American University of Madaba

AUM
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Course Syllabus
Fall Semester 2014-2015

1. Course Specifics

Course Title Engineering Geology

Course Number 0102231
Course Prerequisite(s) None
Course Co-requisite(s) None
Credit Hours 3
Lecture Days & Time Mon, Wed.10:00-11:30
Class Location SB-G09
Course Instructor/s Dr. Monther Abdelhadi
Syllabus Approved by:
a. Academic Committee Prof. Karim Numayr, Dr. Asaal Haddad

2. Academic Staff Specifics

Name Academic Office Number, Office Hours E-mail Address
Rank Location and Tel. Ext.
Monther Associate SB-F12 12:00-1:00: M.hadi@aum.edu.jo
Abdelhadi professor 5516 Daily

3. Course Components

Resources:

Students are expected to take notes during the lectures, in addition to making use of the
following resources:
Simplified handout
Textbook:

Title: Engineering Geology, Second Edition,2007

Author: Fred G. Bell
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd.
ISBN-13:978-0750680776
ISBN-10:0750680776

References:

1- Foundation of Engineering Geology, Third Edition

Author: Tony Walthman
Publisher: Taylor & Francis group
ISBN-13:978-0415469609
ISBN-10:0415469600
2- Text book of Engineering Geology
Author: Annadurai
Publisher: Ane books Ptv.Ltd
ISBN-13:978-9385259937

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AUM
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Course Syllabus
Fall Semester 2014-2015

Course Description:

The Engineering geology course intends to give the student a comprehensive idea about the
formation and existence of minerals and rocks together with their types and use. The student
will learn how to distinguish between different types of aggregates and their testing procedure
and how to investigate any site for construction purpose. The concept of ground water origin
and Occurrence will be discussed.

To give the student a complete and a comprehensive idea about

Course Objectives:
the geology of the earth and the use of its minerals and rocks in the civil
engineering practice.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. .

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. The student must be familiar with earth structure, its core, mantle and crust.
2. The student must be able to distinguish between minerals, metallic, non-metallic
and to understand their properties and their classification.
3. The student must understand the different types of rocks, their classifications and
the rocks forming minerals and the use of rocks in construction of buildings and
roads.
4. The student must be familiar with the site investigation and exploration methods
and the in situ-testing.
5. The student must understand the ground water occurrence and to be familiar
with the different types of aquifers and the prevention of ground water
contamination.
6. The student must be familiar with the concept of mass movement and measures
to prevent it.
7. The student has to understand the earthquake mechanism and the types of waves
it generates.

Course Outcomes in Relation to Program Outcomes (PO's):

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Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Course Syllabus
Fall Semester 2014-2015

POs
Course Outcomes a b c d e f g h i j k
1 X
2 X
3
4
5
6 X
7 X

Program Outcomes (POs) are available at the academic department

(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as
economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
(d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
(g) an ability to communicate effectively
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context
(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Teaching Methods:

The structure of this course is elaborated throughout lectures, assignments, & quizzes.

Assessment Instruments:
Mark
Midterm Exam 30%
Project 20%
Quizzes,Homeworkand Participation 10%

Final Exam 40%

Total 100%

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AUM
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Course Syllabus
Fall Semester 2014-2015

Course Academic Calendar

Weeks Basic and support material to be Resources

covered
Week Homework/reports Exams
1:and Introduction to Engineering Geology,
and their due dates and
Week 2 earth structure and minerals
Projects
Week 3: HW (1)
Rock forming minerals
Week Quiz (1)
4:and
Week5
Rock types and properties

Week
Use of rocks as a construction
6:and
Week 7 materials
Week 8: Use of Rocks as a construction Quiz (2)
materials
Week 9: Groundwater occurrence and Project
contamination (1)
Week 10:
Earthquake Engineering
Week 11: HW (2)
Mass Movement and Landslides
Week 12:
Rock Weathering
Week 13:
Soil Formation, types and behavior
Week 15: Geology and Engineering
construction
Week 16: Quiz (3) Final
Exam

Course Policies
University regulations apply to this course regarding class attendance, punctuality, exams, late
submissions, absence with permission, penalties for cheating, and policies for assignments and
projects, if any. Students should be aware of all those in addition to other rules and regulations
stated and descried in the student handbook.

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