CVX4344 Session 1: Introduction to Engineering Geology and Course Outline Quiz

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Why is it important for Civil Engineering undergraduates to study engineering geology?

To explore the history of geology in Sri Lanka

To understand the connection between geology and civil engineering (correct)

To learn about the two famous dam failures in Texas and California

To improve their knowledge of pure science subjects

What misconception do many professionals and students have about the subject of 'Engineering Geology'?

They think it only exists in Sri Lanka

They believe it is unrelated to civil engineering

They think it is purely a science subject

They believe it has no engineering content (correct)

When was the subject of Engineering Geology developed?

After the two famous dam failures

In the 19th century

Before the mid-20th century (correct)

In Sri Lanka

What event led to civil engineers understanding the importance of ground feasibility for civil engineering structures?

Two famous dam failures in Texas and California Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary connection made by Engineering Geology?

Pure science subject of geology into a totally applied engineering subject of civil engineering Signup and view all the answers

What is the common misconception about the field of 'Geology' according to the text?

'Geology' is often referred to as 'Engineering Geology' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Engineering Geology?

The investigation of engineering and environmental problems arising from the interaction between geology and human activities Signup and view all the answers

According to Professor D. P Krynine, what should precede the design of a structure?

A careful study of the foundation material Signup and view all the answers

What do the Greek words 'geo' and 'logos' mean, as explained in the text?

'Geo': planet Earth, 'logos': discourse Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the subject matter of Engineering Geology?

The assessment of geological formations' structure, stratigraphy, and ground water conditions Signup and view all the answers

What does the science of Geology primarily deal with?

The study of the origin, structure, and history of the Earth and its inhabitants as receded in the rocks Signup and view all the answers

What does Engineering Geology aim to predict and develop measures for?

Prevention or remediation of geological hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the science of Geology?

Study of planet Earth's origin, structure, and history Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT included in the subject matter of Engineering Geology?

Prediction of changes in oceanic currents over time Signup and view all the answers

What is derived from the Greek words 'geo' and 'logos'?

'Geology': study about planet Earth Signup and view all the answers

What does Engineering Geology deal with as part of its subject matter?

Stability analysis parameters for engineering works and earth masses Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of this course on Engineering Geology?

To provide a brief understanding of the subject and its connection with other engineering disciplines Signup and view all the answers

What are the core areas of the course based on?

Basic principles in Engineering Geology Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the first section of the course?

Basic understanding of engineering geology and earth's structure Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for Civil Engineering undergraduates to study engineering geology?

To understand the correlation of geology with soil and rock mechanics theories Signup and view all the answers

What does the course aim to provide about Sri Lankan geology?

General background and theories in basic geology Signup and view all the answers

What does the second block of the course primarily focus on?

Advanced applications of Engineering Geology Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the second section of the course mentioned in the text?

Application of engineering geology Signup and view all the answers

What can Engineering Geology help minimize in the event of a massive earthquake?

Loosened soil and rock debris Signup and view all the answers

What does Engineering Geology aim to do during the design stage of a building?

Assess the risk and potential magnitude of earthquakes Signup and view all the answers

What can be avoided with thorough knowledge of Engineering Geology during the feasibility and design stages of a project?

Collapse of buildings Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily responsible for the collapse of buildings during a massive earthquake?

Failure of underlying soils Signup and view all the answers

What does Engineering Geology help understand about natural disasters such as tsunamis and landslides?

Causes behind natural phenomena Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disasters can be completely mitigated with thorough knowledge in Engineering Geology at the feasibility and design stages of a project?

Man induced disasters Signup and view all the answers

What should precede the design stage according to Engineering Geology principles?

Risk assessment Signup and view all the answers

What aspect can be conveniently mitigated with thorough knowledge in Engineering Geology at the service period of a proposed new building?

Foundation failures Signup and view all the answers

What are some common disasters that are mentioned in the text and serve as examples for the importance of Engineering Geology?

Tsunami disaster in 2004 and massive earthquake in China in 2008 Signup and view all the answers

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Why is it important for Civil Engineering undergraduates to study engineering geology?

What misconception do many professionals and students have about the subject of 'Engineering Geology'?

When was the subject of Engineering Geology developed?

What event led to civil engineers understanding the importance of ground feasibility for civil engineering structures?

What is the primary connection made by Engineering Geology?

What is the common misconception about the field of 'Geology' according to the text?

What is the main focus of Engineering Geology?

According to Professor D. P Krynine, what should precede the design of a structure?

What do the Greek words 'geo' and 'logos' mean, as explained in the text?

What is included in the subject matter of Engineering Geology?

What does the science of Geology primarily deal with?

What does Engineering Geology aim to predict and develop measures for?

What is the focus of the science of Geology?

Which aspect is NOT included in the subject matter of Engineering Geology?

What is derived from the Greek words 'geo' and 'logos'?

What does Engineering Geology deal with as part of its subject matter?

What is the main purpose of this course on Engineering Geology?

What are the core areas of the course based on?

What is the focus of the first section of the course?

Why is it important for Civil Engineering undergraduates to study engineering geology?

What does the course aim to provide about Sri Lankan geology?

What does the second block of the course primarily focus on?

What is the focus of the second section of the course mentioned in the text?

What can Engineering Geology help minimize in the event of a massive earthquake?

What does Engineering Geology aim to do during the design stage of a building?

What can be avoided with thorough knowledge of Engineering Geology during the feasibility and design stages of a project?

What is primarily responsible for the collapse of buildings during a massive earthquake?

What does Engineering Geology help understand about natural disasters such as tsunamis and landslides?

Which type of disasters can be completely mitigated with thorough knowledge in Engineering Geology at the feasibility and design stages of a project?

What should precede the design stage according to Engineering Geology principles?

What aspect can be conveniently mitigated with thorough knowledge in Engineering Geology at the service period of a proposed new building?

What are some common disasters that are mentioned in the text and serve as examples for the importance of Engineering Geology?

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