Q1[3 Marks]Introduction to Engineering Geology
How geology differs from engineering geology? Describe relationship between civil engineering and geology.
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Engineering Geology I
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Institute of Engineering • 2082 Chaitra Board Examination
Q2[8 Marks]Structure of the Earth
Define geological time scale. How is internal structures of the earth studied? Describe plate boundary with reference to formation of mountain. [0.5+1.5+2]
Q3[1 Marks]Mineralogy and Petrology
How do you differentiate carbonate and silicate minerals? Describe Moh's Scale of Hardness. Describe symmetry elements of crystals. [0.5+1+1.5]
Q4[3 Marks]Structural Geology
(a) A sandstone rock bed dipping towards . Find its strike direction with net diagram. [2]
(b) Differentiate primary sedimentary structures and secondary structures. [2]
(c) What are the field identification criteria of fault?
(d) Define thrust. What is the importance of fold in civil engineering? [1.5+2.5]
Q5[8 Marks]Physical Geology
(a) Describe geomorphological features developed by erosion of wind and deposition of river. [1.5+1.5]
(b) Define erosion. What are the factors for weathering of rock? Describe types of weathering. [0.5+1+1.5]
Q6[8 Marks]Geology of the Himalaya
Define thrust. What are the tectonic boundaries between Siwalik zone, Lesser himalayan zone and higher himalayan zone? Describe rock types of the Siwalik zone and the Lesser himalaya zone. [0.5+1.5+2]
Q7[8 Marks]Structure of the Earth
Describe Moh's Scale of Hardness.
Q8[8 Marks]Structural Geology
What is the importance of fold in civil engineering?
Q9[8 Marks]Mineralogy and Petrology
Describe texture of sedimentary rock.
Curriculum Syllabus & Course Topics
Sourced from TU curriculum portalChapter-wise Units & Micro-Syllabus Topics (6 Units)
1. Introduction to Engineering Geology
- 1.1Introduction to geology, its branches, and their interrelationships
- 1.2Definition of engineering geology and its importance in civil engineering
- 1.3Importance of engineering geology in the context of Nepal
2. Structure of the Earth
- 2.1Origin, and internal structure of earth
- 2.2Plate tectonics and mountain building process
- 2.3Geological time scale and evolution of life
3. Mineralogy and Petrology
- 3.1Formation of minerals, crystal morphology, physical and chemical properties of minerals
- 3.2Rock forming minerals and their engineering significance
- 3.3Formation of rocks and their classifications
- 3.4Introduction, classification, structure, texture, uses, engineering significance and field identification criteria of igneous rock, sedimentary rock, and metamorphic rock
4. Structural Geology
- 4.1Introduction of geological plane and its orientation (Dip, Strike, Plunge, and Trend)
- 4.2Study of different geological structures: Primary sedimentary structures (Bedding, lamination, cross-bedding, ripple marks, etc.) and secondary structures (Lineation, foliation, folds, joints, faults, and thrusts)
- 4.3Field identification criteria of the different geological structure with their importance in civil engineering
5. Physical Geology
- 5.1Introduction, definition, different geological agents (River, groundwater, glacier, wind, and sea water)
- 5.2Weathering and erosion, different geomorphological features produced by geological agents
- 5.3Volcanism
6. Geology of the Himalaya
- 6.1Evolution of the Himalayas
- 6.2Tectonic sub-division of the Himalaya (Indo-Gangetic Plain, Siwalik, Lesser Himalaya, Higher Himalaya, Tibetan-Tethys Himalayan zone) and physiographic sub-division of the Himalaya
- 6.3Major discontinuities systems and their engineering significance and engineering geological problems in the different tectonic sub-division of the Himalaya
Examination Scheme & Marks Distribution
Evaluation Structure
- Final Board Theory Exam: 60 Marks (Pass mark: 24)
- Internal Assessment: 40 Marks (Pass mark: 16)
- Practical / Lab Exam: 25 or 50 Marks (Continuous lab evaluation + viva, where applicable)
* This is the general current IOE 60/40 scheme; verify course-specific details in the syllabus above.
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