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Pokhara University
Faculty of Science and Technology

Course Code: MTH 150 Full Marks: 100

Course title: Algebra and Geometry (3-2-0) Pass Marks: 45
Nature of the course: Theory Total Lectures: 45 hours
Level: Bachelor Program: BE

1. Course Description
The course covers linear algebra, vector algebra, linear programing, two-dimensional and
three-dimensional analytical geometry.

2. General Objectives
To provide the sound knowledge of Algebra and Geometry of two and three dimensions.

3. Methods of Instruction
Lecture, Discussion, and Class Work

4. Contents in Detail

Specific Objectives Contents

• Solve system of linear Unit I: Matrix and System of linear equations (4 hrs.)
equations and find rank of 1.1 System of linear equations, classification, matrix and
a matrix vector representations, solution by Cramer’s and Gauss
elimination methods.
1.2 Rank of a matrix, elementary transformation on matrices,
equivalent matrices and their ranks, computation of rank of
matrix by reducing into echelon (triangular) form and
canonical (normal) form, rank of coefficient matrix and
consistency of system of equations.
• Solve the problems Unit II: Vector Space (7 hrs.)
related to vector space 2.1 Vectors and vector spaces, ℝ2 𝑎𝑛𝑑 ℝ3 as vector spaces and
and determine their subspaces, Basis.
eigenvalues and 2.2 Linear dependence and independence, rank of matrix in
eigenvectors. terms of linearly independent column (row)vectors.
2.3 Linear transformation and transformation by matrix
multiplication as linear transformation, orthogonal matrix
and transformation by orthogonal matrix.
2.4 Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, characteristic equation and
computation of Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, properties of
eigenvalues.
2.5 Cayley-Hamilton theorem (statement and verification
only), application to compute inverse of a matrix (up to
3 × 3 matrix).
2.6 Similar matrices and diagonalization of matrix (up to 2 × 2
matrices only).
• Solve linear programing Unit III: Linear Programing Problems (5 hrs.)
problems by Simple 3.1 Introduction, Model Formulation, Standard Form, Solution
method. by Simplex Method
3.2 Duality, Dual Simplex Method
3.3 Simplex method for mixed inequalities (Big-M method)
• Solve the problems Unit IV: Vector Algebra (6 hrs.)
related to product of three 4.1 Review of vectors in terms of coordinates, scalar and
and four vectors and vector product of two vectors.
4.2 Vector and scalar product of three and four vectors with
physical interpretations.
4.3 Reciprocal system of vectors, properties of reciprocal
system of vectors and related problems.
• Test the convergence and Unit V: Infinite Series (5 hrs.)
divergence of the series 5.1 Infinite sequence and concept of convergence, infinite
series, convergence of series, invariance of convergence
(by addition or removal of certain finite numbers or terms,
by multiplication by any finite constant, sum and product
of convergent series), necessary condition for an infinite
series to be convergent (divergent test), convergence of
infinite geometric series.
5.2 Series with positive terms (or all terms negative) and
different convergence tests (theorems statement with
illustrations, proof not required). The hyper-harmonic
series (p-series) and its convergence, Comparison test,
ratio test, root test.
5.3 Alternating series (Series with negative and positive terms
alternatively) Leibnitz test, absolute convergence, power series,
interval of convergence and radius of convergence

• Solve the problems Unit VI: Two-dimensional Geometry (6 hrs.)

related coordinate 6.1 Transformation of coordinates: by transformation of origin, by
transformation, ellipse, transformation of axes by changing direction of axes, combined
hyperbola, and conic transformation and use of transformation to reduce complex
section equation into standard equations.
6.2 Ellipse: Standard equation of ellipse with derivation, equation
of tangent and normal condition for tangency.
6.3 Hyperbola: Standard equation of a hyperbola with derivation,
rectangular hyperbola, conjugate hyperbola, equation of tangent
and normal condition for tangency.
6.4 General equation of Conic section in Cartesian and Polar
form

• Solve the problems Unit VII: Three-dimensional Geometry (12 hrs.)

related straight lines 7.1 Review coordinate in space and plane.
sphere, cone, and cylinder 7.2 Straight line: Introduction, line in symmetrical form, line
passing through two given points, reduction of general equation
of a line into symmetrical form, angle between a plane and a line,
conditions for a line to lie on a plane, length of a perpendicular
 from a given point to the line, coplanar lines, condition for
coplanarity of two lines, shortest distance its length and equation.
7.3 Sphere: Equation of a sphere, condition for a general equation
of second degree to represent a sphere, equation in diameter
form, plane section of a sphere, circle as intersection of a plane
and a sphere, intersection of two spheres, equation of a tangent
plane, condition of tangency and related problem.
7.4 Cone: Equation of a cone with given vertex and generator
intersecting given conic related problems, Equation of right
circular cone and related problems
7.5 Cylinder: Equation of a cylinder whose generator intersecting a
𝑥 𝑦 𝑧
given conic and parallel to the line 𝑙 = 𝑚 = 𝑚 and related
problems, Equation of a right circular cylinder and related
problems

5. List of Tutorials
The following tutorial activities of 30 hours per group of maximum 24 students shall be
conducted to cover all the required contents of this course. This will enable the students to
complete the related mathematical problems under the supervision of the subject teacher.
a) Problems on solution of system of linear equations by Gauss method (1 hr)
b) Determining rank of a matrix and test the consistency then solve the linear equations (2
hrs)
c) Problems on vector space and subspace (1 hr)
d) Linear dependence and independence, Linear transformation (1 hr)
e) Eigenvalues, eigenvectors and diagonalization, verifying Caley-Hamilton Theorem and its
application in finding the inverse (2 hrs)
f) Simplex method for standard problems (2 hr)
g) Duality in LPP (1 hr)
h) Simplex method for mixed inequalities (Big-M method) (1 hr)
i) Dot and vector product of 3 and 4 vectors with geometrical interpretation (2 hrs)
j) Reciprocal system of vectors (1 hr)
k) To test for convergence of a series by different tests (3 hrs)
l) Finding centre of convergence, radius of convergence and interval of convergence (2 hrs)
m) To solve the problems on transformation of coordinates (1 hr)
n) Problems on ellipse and hyperbola (3 hrs)
o) Problems on straight lines (3 hrs)
p) Problems on sphere (2 hrs)
q) Problems related to cone and cylinder (2 hrs)

6. Evaluation System and Students’ Responsibilities

Evaluation System
The internal evaluation of a student may consist of assignments, attendance, term-exams, and
project works etc. The internal evaluation scheme for this course is as follows:

Internal Evaluation Weight Marks External Evaluation Marks

Theory 50
 Attendance & Class Participation 10% Semester-End
examination
Assignments 20%
Presentations/Quizzes 10%
50
Internal Assessment 60%
Total Internal 50
Full Marks: 50 + 50 = 100

Students’ Responsibilities
Each student must secure at least 45% marks in internal assessment evaluation with 80%
attendance in the class in order to appear in the Semester End Examination. Failing to get such
score will be given NOT QUALIFIED (NQ) to appear the Semester-End Examinations.
Students are advised to attend all the classes, formal exam, test, etc. and complete all the
assignments within the specified time period. Students are required to complete all the
requirements defined for the completion of the course.

7. Prescribed Books and References

Text Books
1. Kreyszig, E. Advanced Engineering Mathematics. New Delhi: John Wiley and Sons
Inc.
2. Thomas, G. & Finney, R. Calculus and Analytical Geometry. New Delhi: Narosa
Publishing House.

References
1. Swokoswski, E.W. Calculus with Analytic Geometry. Prindle, Weber and Schmidi.
2. Narayan, S. Analytical Solid Geometry. S. Chand and company.
3. Prasad, C. Algebra and Theory of Equations. Pothishala Pvt. Ltd.
4. Cheney, W. & Kincaid, D. Linear Algebra: Theory and applications. Jones and
Bartlett Publisher.
5. Vittal, P. R. Analytical Geometry 2D and 3D, Delhi: Pearson India.
 Pokhara University
Faculty of Science and Technology

Course Code: MEC 150 (4 Credit) Full Marks: 100

Course Title: Applied Mechanics (4-2-0) Pass Mark: 45
Nature of the Course: Theory and Tutorial Total Lectures: 60 hours
Level: Bachelor/ Year: I/ Semester: II Program: BE

1. Course Description
The applied mechanics course is designed for engineering students to provide the theoritical
knowledge and solving methods of practicle engineering problems related to statics and
dynamics (kinematics and kinetics) of particles and rigid body mechanics.

2. General Objectives
 To provide basic knowledge of Newtonian mechanics and mechanical equillibrium
of different system of forces
 To provide basic concepts and application of static and dynamic equillibrium
equations to solve engineering mechanics problem
 To provide the basic knowledge of principles and applications of kinematics,
kinetics and mechanical vibration to solve simple structural engineering problems

3. Methods of Instruction
Lecture, tutorial, discussion, readings and practical works

4. Contents in Detail
Specific Objectives Contents
Give the concept of Unit 1: Introduction (3 hours = 5 marks)
statics and dynamics, 1.1 Definition and scope of Applied Mechanics
and fundamental 1.2 Concept of Statics and Dynamics
concepts of engineering 1.3 Concept of Particle
mechanics. Give 1.4 Concept of Rigid, Deformed and Fluid Bodies
introduction to 1.5 Fundamental Concepts and Principles of Mechanics:
coordinate system and Newtonian Mechanics
vector algebra 1.6 Review of Coordinate System, Vector algebra and
solving steps of Applied Mechanics problems
Explain forces acting Unit 2: Forces, Moments and Static Equilibrium (10 hours
on particles and rigid = 17 marks)
body in order to solve 2.1 Types of Forces: External, Internal and Reaction Forces,
problems related to Point Force, Transitional and Rotational Force- Relevant
forces acting with Examples
relevant civil 2.2 Resolution and Composition of Forces - Relevant
engineering examples. Examples
Apply concept of static 2.3 Basic Concept of Static Equilibrium and its essence in
equilibrium for solving structural application in civil engineering-Relevant
problems in applied Examples
mechanics 2.4 Free Body Diagram- Relevant Examples
 2.5 Equation of Equilibrium in Two/Three Dimensions
2.6 Principle of Transmissibility and Equivalent Forces-
Relevant Examples
2.7 Friction Forces: Concept of Static and Dynamic Friction
with relevant examples
2.8 Moments and Couples: Moment of a Force about a
point and an axis, theory of couples - Relevant Examples
2.9 Resolution of a Force into Forces and a Couple-
Relevant Examples
2.10 Resultant of Force and Moment for a System of Force:
Examples
Explain the concept of Unit 3: Centre of Gravity, Centroid and Moment of Inertia
centre of gravity, (6 hours = 10 marks)
centroid and moment of 3.1 Concept and Calculation of Centre of Gravity and
inertia acting on Centroid of Line/Area
various geometries, and 3.2 Concept and Calculation of Second Moment of Area/
their application in civil Moment of Inertia and Radius of Gyration -
engineering. Relevant Examples associated to civil engineering
3.3 Use of parallel axis theorem for different types of
lamina: Relevant Examples.
Explain the concept of Unit 4:Analysis of Beam and Plane Truss (9 hours = 15
statically determinate marks)
beam and plane truss, 4.1 Introduction to beam and truss
able to draw Axial 4.2 Types of supports, loads and standard symbols
force, Shear force and 4.3 Types of beams based on support condition and
Bending moment determinancy
diagram due to various 4.4 Relationship between load, shear force and bending
loadings in beam. moment
4.5 Calculation of Axial Force, Shear Force and Bending
Determine the axial Moment for determinate beams
forces in members of 4.6 Drawing of Axial Force Diagram, Shear Force Diagram
plane truss. and Bending Moment Diagram for determinate beams with
relevant examples
4.7 Analysis of member force for determinate truss by
method of joints
4.8 Analysis of member force for determinate truss by
method of sections
Explain concept of Unit 5: Kinematics of Particles and Rigid body (8 hours =
kinematics of particles 13 marks)
and rigid body with 5.1 Rectilinear Kinematics: Continuous Motion
numerical examples of 5.2 Position, Velocity and Acceleration of a Particle and
various geometric Rigid body
motion 5.3 Determination of Motion of Particle and Rigid body
5.4 Uniform Rectilinear Motion of a Particles
5.5 Uniformly Accelerated Rectilinear Motions of Particles
5.6 Curvilinear Motion of a Particle
5.7 Rectangular Components of velocity and Acceleration
5.8 Introduction of Tangential and Normal Components
5.9 Radial and Transverse Components
Explain concept of Unit 6: Kinetics of Particles and Rigid body: Force and
kinetics of particles and Acceleration (6
rigid body with hours=10 marks)
numerical examples of 6.1 Newton’s Second Law of Motion
various forces with 6.2 Equation of Motion and Dynamic Equilibrium,
Newton’s Second law D’Alembert’s principle: Relevant Examples
of motion 6.3 Motion of Various Particles and Relative Velocity
6.4 Equation of Motion- Rectilinear and Curvilinear
6.5 Rectangular Components: Tangential and Normal
6.6 Polar Coordinates: Radial and Transverse Components
Explain the concept of Unit 7: Energy and Momentum Methods of Particles
Energy and Momentum (8 hours = 13 marks)
Methods to calculate 7.1 Work done by Spring and Gravity
work done, energy and 7.2 Work done by a Force
momentum. Explain 7.3 Kinetic and Potential Energy
the principles of work, 7.4 Principle of Work and Energy Applications
energy and momentum 7.5 Power and Efficiency
with relevant examples. 7.6 Conservation of Energy
7.7 Linear and Angular Momentum: Rate of Change and
Conservation
7.8 Impulsive Motion and Impact
7.9 Direct Central, Oblique Impact and Eccentric Impact
7.10 Principle of Impulse and Momentum
Explain the concept of Unit 8: Systems of Particles (6 hours = 10 marks)
Newton’s second law 8.1 Newton's Second Law and Systems of Particles
of motion for system of 8.2 Linear and Angular Momentum of a System of Particles
particles. Apply various 8.3 Equations of Motion, Motion due to Central Force and
principles of energy Dynamic Equilibrium
and momentum with 8.4 Conservation of Momentum
relevant examples for 8.5 Kinetic and Potential Energy of a System of Particles
system of particles. 8.6 Conservation of Energy of a System of Particles
8.7 Principle of Impulse and Momentum of a System of
Particle
Explain the concept of Unit 9: Mechanical Vibration in Structures (4 hours =
Mechanical Vibration 7marks)
and its application in 9.1 Introduction to Mechanical Vibration and types
civil engineering with 9.2 Simple harmonic motion
relevant examples 9.3 Application of mechanical vibration in civil engineering
9.4 Undamped and damped free vibration with relevant
examples

5. Evaluation System and Students’ Responsibilities

Evaluation System
The internal evaluation of a student may consist of assignments, attendance, term-exams,
lab reports and projects etc. The tabular presentation of the internal evaluation is as follows:

Internal Evaluation Weight Marks External Evaluation Marks

Theory 30 Semester End 50
Attendance & Class Participation 10%
Assignments 20%
Presentations/Quizzes 10%
Internal Assessment 60%
Practical 20
Attendance & Class Participation 10%
Lab Report/Project Report 20%
Practical Exam/Project Work 40%
Viva 30%
Total Internal 50
Full Marks: 50 + 50 = 100

Students’ Responsibilities
Each student must secure at least 45% marks separately in internal assessment and practical
evaluation with 80% attendance in the class in order to appear in the Semester End
Examination. Failing to get such score will be given NOT QUALIFIED (NQ) to appear the
Semester-End Examinations. Students are advised to attend all the classes, formal exam,
test, etc. and complete all the assignments within the specified time period. Students are
required to complete all the requirements defined for the completion of the course.

6. Prescribed Text Books:

F. P. Beer and E. R. Johnston Jr.: Mechanics of Engineers - Statics and Dynamics, 4th
Edition, Mc Graw-Hill Book Co., New York, USA, 1987
R. Hibbeler: Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics, Fourteenth Edition, Pearson,
2015

7. References Books
I.C. Jong and B.G. Rogers: Engineering Mechanics - Statics and Dynamics, International
Student Edition, Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 1995
D.K. Anand and P.F. Cunniff: Engineering Mechanics - Statics and Dynamics, Third
Printing Edition, Pearson College Div; third printing edition, 1961
R.L. Finney and G.B. Thomas: Calculus and Analytic Geometry, Sixth Edition, Narosa
Publishing House, 1998
E.W. Swokowski: Calculus and Analytic Geometry, Second Edition, Prindle, Weber and
Schmidt, 1979
C.J. Eliezer: Concise Vector Analysis, Illustrated Edition, Dover Publications, 2015
G. Boothroyd and C. Poll: Applied Engineering Mechanic - Statics and Dynamics, First
Edition, CRC Press, 1980
 Remarks and Recommendations:
1. The syllabus is for BE (Civil) and BE (Civil and Rural) programmes. The chapters
allocated shall be for ‘Mechanics of Rigid Body and Particles’.
2. The course is to be taught in second semester considering that ‘Applied Physics’ will
be taught in first semester and ‘Strength of Materials’ will be taught in third
semester.
3. The chapters of the course should be tallied/checked with the chapter contents of
Applied Physics, Mathematics and Strength of Materials for repetitions, if any, occur
or not.
4. Model Question of the examination should be prepared to address the requirements
of the evaluation as per expected outcome of the course.
5. Text books and reference books of the course should be from the latest edition.
6. The course of Applied Mechanics in previous syllabus which has been teaching in
two sequential semesters of BCE/BCRE as ‘Applied Mechanics I’ and ‘Applied
Mechanics II’ should be well reviewed for its application performance effect by
concerned authority before approving the current syllabus.
7. Official cluster wise review and strategic workshop and discussions among faculties
under various disciplinary areas of engineering such as: Civil General (Building,
Surveying, Estimating and Costing etc.); Transportation Engineering; Structures and
Earthquake; Environment, Disaster Engineering; Water Resources, Hydrology and
Hydropower; Geotechnical; Project Engineering and Management; Professional
Ethics; Engineering Drawing, Architecture; Physics, Chemistry, Engineering,
Humanities and Social Sciences (English); Mathematics and Statistics; Mechanical,
Electrical; Electronics; Computer; Software; Information Technology and
Programming etc. should be conducted for preparation of new course structure.
8. Semester wise total credit should be almost equal to facilitate teaching load
allocation properly and rationally in schools and colleges. For example: If the total
credit of 8 semester is 120; then manage to allocate the credit in each semester as
120/8= 15 (± 1, is considerable)
9. The course structure ladder from first semester to eighth semester should be
allocated from introductory courses to higher core courses in each cluster area.
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Pokhara University
Faculty of Science and Technology

Course No.: GTE 150 (3 Credits) Full marks: 100

Course title: Engineering Geology (3-0-2) Pass marks: 45
Nature of the course: Theory, Practical, and Field survey Total lectures: 45 hrs
Level: Bachelor Program: BE

1. Course Description
This course intends to enable the students to be acquainted with unique understanding of the
ground and geological processes, making them crucial to all construction and infrastructure
projects so that it provides sound knowledge to develop an understanding of the principles and
practice of engineering geology in the context of civil engineering. It would be helpful for them
to understand how to identify the different types of rocks, minerals, geological structures,
geological processes and their impacts on engineering structures. Furthermore, the course will
help students to know about geological setting of Himalaya, geological structures for
development of infrastructures.

2. General Objectives
This course has been designed to provide basic knowledge of geology to the students of civil
engineering. After successful completion of this course the students will be able:
• To identify different types of rocks and their significance
• To understand the various natural dynamic processes and their influence on the surficial
features, natural material and their consequences
• To develop skills on geological interpretation for engineering structures and natural
phenomena.
• To enhance the knowledge on hydro-geology, engineering geology, geological setting
of the Himalaya.
• To develop the skill for the site investigation for the construction of various engineering
infrastructures.
3. Methods of Instruction
Lecture, Tutorial, Discussion, Practical work in laboratory, and field study

4. Contents in Detail

Specific Objectives Contents

Introduces geology and Unit I: Introduction to Engineering geology (2 hrs)
engineering geology, 1.1 Introduction of Geology and Engineering Geology
different branches of geology 1.2 Different branches of geology and their interrelations
and its scope in the field of 1.3 Scope, objective and importance of geology in civil engineering
civil engineering 1.4 Engineering Geological System (EGS)
Define the internal structure Unit II: Structure of Earth (3 hrs)
of earth and the mobility of 2.1 Internal structure of the Earth
plates that forms Himalayas 2.2 Plate tectonics and mountain building process
2.3 Formation of Himalayas

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 Know and understand rock Unit III: Mineralogy (3 hrs)
forming minerals and their 3.1 Introduction of minerals and crystal morphology
engineering significance 3.2 Physical properties of minerals
3.3 Rock forming minerals and their engineering significance
Enhance to knowledge on Unit IV: Petrology (5 hrs)
different types of rocks and 4.1 Petrographic classification of rocks and rock cycle
their characteristics. 4.2 Introduction, classification, structure, texture, uses and
engineering significance of igneous rock, sedimentary rock and
metamorphic rock
4.3 Identification criteria of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous
rock in the field.
Classify the main geological Unit V: Structural geology (7 hrs)
features and identity the 5.1 Attitude / orientation of geological structures, stratification, rock
problem related to it. mass discontinuities (Dip, Strike, Plunge, and Trend)
Measure the different types 5.2 Study of folds faults, joint and unconformity
of geological data for rock 5.3 Identification criteria of geological structures in the field
mass classification. 5.4 Rock deformation and its effect on engineering infrastructures
5.5 Study of rock mass (classification, Rock Mass Rating (RMR),
Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI) system, and Geological
Strength Index (GSI)
5.6 Kinematic analysis of discontinuity for slope stability analysis
using stereographic projection and Hoek-Brown failure criterion
Provide broad concept of Unit VI: Geomorphology; and geological hazards (7 hrs)
various landforms, various 6.1 Various landforms produced by various geological agents (running
earth processes and water, glacier, seawater, wind, and ground water)
development of various 6.2 Study of earth processes (Weathering, erosion, subsidence, mass
surfaces of the earth wasting, volcanism, Earthquake, flood, liquefaction, Glacial Lake
Outburst Flood (GLOF), and the effect on development of surfaces of
the earth
Familiarize the basics of the Unit VII: Hydrogeology (4 hrs)
subsurface water problem 7.1 River channel morphology
and its engineering 7.2 Introduction of aquifer and ground water movement
implications. 7.3 Mechanism of spring water engineering and significance of sub-
surface water movement
7.4 Artificial recharging and aquifer system in the context of Nepal
Enhance the knowledge on Unit VIII: Site Investigation (8 hrs)
site investigation and 8.1 Elements of an investigation, types of site investigation (Direct and
interpretation of different Indirect methods)
maps for site investigation 8.2 Study of topographic, geological and engineering geological maps,
satellite imagery, and Synthetic-Aperture Radar (SAR) image
8.3 Geological investigation for dam, reservoir, road, building, bridges
and underground excavation.
8.4 Introduction of bore hole drilling, logging, sampling; and bore hole
problems
Get familiar with the major Unit IX: Geology of Nepal (3 hrs)
geology of the Nepal 9.1 Geological subdivision of the Nepal Himalaya
Himalaya with their 9.2 Engineering geological problem of each geological division of
engineering significance. Nepal

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 9.3 Major rock type, Soil type, construction material found at the
different zones of Nepal
Explain the concept of Unit X: Study of Reserve Estimation of Construction material (3
reserve estimation methods. hrs)
10.1 Types of reserves
10.2 Methods of estimation of reserve
10.3 Role of different types of maps for construction material survey

5 Tutorials
The following tutorial activities of 15 hours per group of maximum 24 students should be
conducted to cover all the required contents of this course:

SN Topics
1 Study drawings of various geological structure
2 Solve the bore hole/three-point problems
3 Stereographic projection (plane and pole)
4 Kinematic analysis of slope stability (stereographic projection and Hoek-Brown
failure criteria)
5 Interpretation of topographical, geological and engineering geological maps

6 Practical Works (15 hours for a group of maximum 24 students)

SN Topics
1 To identify the rock forming minerals
2 To identify the rocks (Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic)
3 Interpretation of topographic, geomorphologic and geologic maps
4 Understanding geological implications in engineering project siting, design and
construction.
5 Preparation of engineering geological map

A three-day fieldwork to provide practical on-site knowledge on preparation and

interpretation of engineering geological mapping (Petrology, Structural geology, active faults,
Geomorphology, Geo-hazards, River morphology, Rock mass, and Engineering geological site
investigation etc). Students submit report after the fieldwork (Attendance in Fieldwork is
Compulsory).

7 Evaluation System
In addition to the formal exam(s), the internal evaluation of a student may consist of quizzes,
assignments, lab reports, projects, class participation, etc. The tabular presentation of the
internal evaluation is as follows.

Internal Evaluation Weight Marks External Evaluation Marks

Theory 30
Attendance & Class Participation 10%
Assignments 20%
Presentations/Quizzes 10%
Term exam 60%

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 Practical work and field study 10+10
Attendance & Participation 10%
Report 10% Semester-End 50
examination
Viva 20%
Exam 60%
Total Internal 50
Full Marks: 50 + 50 = 100

Student’s Responsibilities
Each student must secure at least 45% marks separately in internal assessment and practical
evaluation with 80% attendance in the class to appear in the Semester End Examination. Failing
to get such score will be given NOT QUALIFIED (NQ) to appear the Semester-End
Examinations. Students are advised to attend all the classes, formal exams, test, etc. and
complete all the assignments within the specified time period. Students are required to
complete all the requirements defined for the completion of the course.

8 Prescribed Books and References

Text Book
1. Bell, F. G. (2006). Engineering Geology. 2nd Edition, Elsevier.
2. Krynine, D., & Judd, W. R. (2005). Principles of Engineering Geology and Geotechnics.
CBS Publishers.

References
1. Deoja, B., Dhital, M., Wagner, A., & K.B, T. (1991). Mountain Risk Engineering
Handbooks I and II. ICIMOD.
2. Dhital, M.R., Geology of the Nepal Himalaya, Springer International Published,
Switzerland, (2015)
3. Price, D. (2009). Engineering Geology- Principles and Practice. (M. H. de Freitas,
Ed.) Springer.Hoek, E., and Brown, E.T. (2019). The Hoek-Brown failure criterion and
GSI-2018 edition, Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 11, 445-
463.
4. Vallejo, L.G.de., Ferrer, M., 2011. Geological Engineering, Routledge, Taylor and
Francis Group,