Engineering Geology and Human Impact
Geology · Year 11 · Earth Hazards and Resources · 4.º Período

Engineering Geology and Human Impact

Pupils will apply geological principles to civil engineering projects, such as dams, tunnels, and waste disposal sites. They will assess how rock properties influence construction and site selection.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsGCSE Geology Subject Content 3.12.1: Engineering properties of rocksGCSE Geology Subject Content 3.12.2: Geological considerations for infrastructure

About This Topic

Pupils will apply geological principles to civil engineering projects, such as dams, tunnels, and waste disposal sites. They will assess how rock properties influence construction and site selection.

Key Questions

  1. Why is rock porosity and permeability important for waste disposal?
  2. What geological factors must be considered when building a dam?
  3. How do faults affect tunnel construction?

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