Earth Processes & Geological Materials for Engineers (ERTH1501)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2020
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Earth and Environment Sc Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
2 Practical or Laboratory hours
Incompatible
(for BE: Inc ERTH1001)
Assessment methods
Final exam, practical exam, quizzes, assignments
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
This course teaches fundamentals to geology with emphasis on the contents that is required for engineering practice, further studies, and professional accreditation. ERTH1501 is also recommended for Science students who wish to major in geology. The course covers the core aspects of geology and earth resources including minerals, rocks, structures, geological history, and maps. It explains geological terms that are required to access the geological and geotechnical literature and for communication with geologists and geotechnical consultants. This course will be delivered with practical sessions on mineral and rock identification, and construction and interpretation of geological maps.
