Geology I - Syllabus
Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the Geology I course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's CSIT department. Aligned with the 2065 Syllabus, this course (GEO-107) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 60+20+20 marks system, coupled with a challenging passing threshold of , propels students to strive for excellence, fostering a deeper grasp of the course content.
This 3 credit-hour journey unfolds as a holistic learning experience, bridging theory and application. Beyond theoretical comprehension, students actively engage in practical sessions, acquiring valuable skills for real-world scenarios. Immerse yourself in this well-structured course, where each element, from the course description to interactive sessions, is meticulously crafted to shape a well-rounded and insightful academic experience.
Goal: This course aims at providing general understanding of Earth and environmental science and engineering
Units
1.1 New Global Tectonic framework of the earth: Continental margins, earthquakes, volcanoes and mountain ranges.
1.2 Crystal, minerals and rocks: rock types and rock systematic
Unit 2.
2.1 Mineral deposits and mineral mining: technologies, reserves, economics and environment
2.2 Engineering geology: construction and stability of structures and natural and artificial face stability
Unit 3.
3.1 Climate changes and natural disasters: Landslides, Floods and Desertification.
3.2 Natural resources depletion: Hydrocarbons, metals and new sources of energy and materials.
Unit 4.
4.1 Geographic Information system (GIS): Vectors and raster and remote sensing database management.
4.2 Computer aided data management: remote sensing data acquisition, storage, processing and interpretation.
4.3 GIS and RS packages: ERDAS, ER Mapper, ArcView and other operating systems and capabilities