Ontario Engineering Geology Terrain Study Users' Manual

Ontario Engineering Geology Terrain Study Users' Manual
Author: John F. Gartner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1981
Genre: Science
ISBN:

This manual describes the scope of the engineering terrain mapping program, the techniques used to evaluate and portray the conditions over all the areas, and the elements of the legend used to portray the basic characteristics of landform, material, topography and drainage. The engineering significance of the different terrain units mapped is explained, along with examples of derived information and a glossary of the technical terms.

Engineering Geological Mapping

Engineering Geological Mapping
Author: W. R. Dearman
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1483102610

Engineer Geologic Mapping is a guide to the principles, concepts, methods, and practices involved in geological mapping, as well as the applications of geology in engineering. The book covers related topics such as the definition of engineering geology; principles involved in geological mapping; methods on how to make engineering geological maps; and rock and soil description and classifications. Also covered in the book are topics such as the different kinds of engineering geological mapping; the zoning concept in engineering geological mapping; terrain evaluation; construction sites; and land and water management. The text is recommended for engineers and geologists who would like to be familiarized with the concepts and practices involved in geological mapping.