CEME 2004 - Introduction to Geo-engineering
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CEME 2004 Course Introduction to Geo-engineering Coordinating Unit School of Civil, Environmental & Mining Eng Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 Hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge CEME 1004 or C&ENVENG 1010, CEME 2001 or C&ENVENG 2025, MATHS 1011, MATHS 1012 Assessment Exams, coursework Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Brendan Scott
Dr Brendan Scott, Course Coordinator and Instructor
Email: brendan.scott@adelaide.edu.au
Office: N141, Level 1, Engineering North
Professor Graham Heinson, Instructor
Email: graham.heinson@adelaide.edu.au
Office: G11C, Ground Floor, Mawson Labs
Professor Mark Jaksa, Instructor
Email: mark.jaksa@adelaide.edu.au
Office: N140, Level 1, Engineering North
Dr Issa Kousa, Practical Coordinator
Email: issa.kousa@adelaide.edu.au
Office: N232, Level 2, Engineering NorthCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia (EA) Stage 1 Competency Standard for the Professional Engineer. The course is designed to develop the following EA competencies: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.6.1 Explain earth processes and identify rocks; 2 Explain the different types of soil and their engineering properties; 3 Describe and classify soils; 4 Explain soil compaction and calculate ground improvement; 5 Examine the concept of effective stress and calculate its influence on soil behaviour; 6 Explain and calculate the influence of water flow on the engineering behaviour of soils; 7 Explain and calculate the compressibility of soils and load-induced ground settlement; 8 Examine and calculate the shear strength of soils; 9 Interpret and use experimental data; and 10 Report the results of laboratory experiments to a professional standard.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-10 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1-10 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
10 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1-10 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1-10 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Lecture notes and other relevant learning resources, such as copies of PowerPoint slides and audio recordings of lectures, will be made available to students, at no cost, via MyUni.
Recommended Resources
References for additional resources are provided in the lecture notes.Online Learning
MyUni will be used to disseminate learning resources and information relevant to the course. Online learning modules will be used to assist your preparation for laboratory experiments and these are available on MyUni. In addition, the MyUni Discussion Boards, online Quizzes and Grade Centre will also be utilised in this course. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course will be delivered in the format of lectures and interactive learning modules supported by problem-solving tutorials and assignments. In addition, laboratory classes will be used to develop skills in identification of rock & minerals and the determination of soil index properties (i.e. particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, and compaction).
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Contact Hours Independent Study Hours Total Lectures 28 0 28 Tutorials 7 7 14 Practicals: Rocks Identification 9 18 27 Practicals: Soil Index Properties 3 6 (per person) 9 Assignments 0 15 15 Online Quizzes 0 7 7 Exam Preparation 0 50 50 Exam 1: Earth Processes 1 0 1 Exam 2: Geotechnical Engineering 3 0 3 Total 51 103 154 Learning Activities Summary
This course explores the following topics:- Earth Processes
The formation of rocks, rock types, minerals, earth's structure and earthquakes; - Origin and Composition of Soils
The formation and constituents of soils, soil structure and charactierstics; - Phase Relationships and Soil Classification
The effects of water on soils, purposes of classifying soils, and the method used to classify a soil; - Soil Improvement
Equipment used for soil compaction, factors affecting soil compaction, and soil improvement methods used in the field; - Vertical Stress in Soils
Types of stresses in the ground, the importance of water to stress in soil, and the methods used to determine stresses; - One-Dimensional Flow of Water Through Soils
The causes for flow of water through soils, hydraulic conductivity and its determination, effects of water flow on soils, and water flow related disasters (liquefaction and quick condition); - Compressibility and Consolidation of Soils
The causes of load-induced ground settlement, laboratory tests used to predict settlement, and calculation of load-induced ground settlement; - Strength of Soils
The importance of soil shear strength, factors affecting shear strength, laboratory tests used to determine soil shear strength, and soil failure assessment.
- Earth Processes
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
* The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.Assessment Task Weighting (%) Individual/ Group Formative/ Summative Due (week)* Hurdle criteria Learning outcomes Practical: Rocks Identification 15 Individual Formative/Summative Week 6 1, 9, 10 Practicals: Soil Properties** 10 Group Formative/Summative Weeks 7-12 9, 10 Assignments 15 Individual Formative Weeks 5-12 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Exam 1: Earth Processes 15 Individual Summative Week 4 1 Exam 2: Geotechnical Engineering 45 Individual Summative Exam period 40% min 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Total 100
** Please ensure that you have enrolled in the laboratory classes.
This assessment breakdown complies with the University's Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy.
This course has a hurdle requirement. Meeting the specified hurdle criteria is a requirement for passing the course.Assessment Detail
Full details of each assessment task will be provided on MyUni.Submission
e-Submission through MyUni is used for assessment tasks.
Full submission details are provided on MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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