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Aims :

The aim of the course is to give the base elements of Geology necessary for utilization, planning and management of the geological resources and for the civil engineering projects.

Topics :

Minerals and rocks: classification, identification, technical properties and utilization.
Elements of tectonics and stratigraphy. Geological map interpretation and geological sections.
The hydrographic basin in the territorial analysis, control and management. The hydrologic cycle and balance.
Groundwaters: hydraulic characteristics of rocks and types of aquifers. Darcy’s law. Circulation and quality of waters. Interpretation of the hydrogeological maps.
Landslides: classification, examples, factors contributing to landslides. Preventive and remedial measures.
The Geology applied to the engineering works.

Textbooks :

Scesi P., Papini M & Gattinoni P. – Geologia Applicata: Il rilevamento geologico-tecnico Vol.1; Applicazione ai progetti di ingegneria civile Vol.2. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana, 2001.

Exam :

Practical test of recognition of rocks and use of thematic maps, oral test on the course program.

Tutorial Session :

Tuesday 9-10 AM;

Thursday 11-13 AM.