FAE3018 Applied Engineering Geology 7.5 credits

The course consists of two integrated parts, conceptual models of geological environments and computer analysis and modeling, and focus on both soil and bedrock engineering aspects primarily with respect to flow and transport processes.

Part 1: Conceptualization of the geology in terms of stratigraphical, structural and tectonic geological history primarily of Scandinavian. Formulation of geological conceptual models of different glacial terrains. Acquiring structural and stratigraphical geological data as basis for flow and transport processes. Soil and bedrock structure and fabric and its influences on flow with respect to engineering problems. Field measurements of fabric and tectonical elements. Representation of geological elements in both 2D and 3D.

Part 2: Computer analysis of structural and geological data including: statistical distribution of structural elements, discrete-fracture element modeling, concepts of heterogeneity and anisotrophy, influences of rock stresses, continuous approach for flow and transport processes in both rock and soils.

The main idea is that students will be able to apply the knowledge gained in the course directly to their research. The quality of their research results is influenced by their ability to formulate good conceptual geological models of their research study areas and their ability to apply geological measuring and modeling in their research. It is therefore recommended that students take the course within the first two years of the research studies. The content of the course will be modified to suit the prerequisites of the students and their individual needs of engineering geological knowledge.

To provide the students with both theoretical and practical knowledge of conceptual models of different geological environments and the ability to carry out computer modeling of the geological environments with respect to flow and transport in both rock and soils.

Qualified to postgraduate studies.

Preferable a textbook will be selected, complemented by course notes and scientific papers.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Pass/fail.

Accepted project work including written and oral presentation.Active participation in scientific discussions and critical reviews. Participation in mandatory field work and computer exercises.

Benedict Reinardy

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.