Subject 2014 Question Paper — Government College of Engineering and T…

Instructions

• Attempt Five Questions in all selecting at least one from each unit.

Questions

UNIT-I

• Q1. a) Discuss the relevance of Engineering Geology in Civil Engineering profession. (10) b) Write short notes on: (10) i) Weathering ii) Erosion iii) Denudation [20 marks]
• Q2. a) Discuss various depositional features produced by Rivers. (14) b) Write short notes on: (6) i) Dykes ii) Batholiths [20 marks]
• Q3. a) Explain the difference between the following physical properties of Minerals giving examples: (12) i) Colour and Lusture ii) Hardness and Tenacity iii) Density and Specific Gravity. b) What are ignenous rocks? How they are formed in nature? (8) [20 marks]

UNIT-II

• Q4. Define a Fold. How are they classified? Explain with the help of neat sketches, important types of folds as distinguished on the basis of inclination of axial plane. (20) [20 marks]
• Q5. a) Write a detailed note on volcanic landforms. (10) b) Discuss the Engineering considerations of Faults. (10) [20 marks]
• Q6. Write a detailed note on Joint, its formation and types. (20) [20 marks]

UNIT-III

• Q7. a) Every stone may not be suitable for use as a "road construction material". Discuss the statement critically. (10) b) Write a note on tunneling in soft soils. (10) [20 marks]
• Q8. What are the different types of Mass Failures? Explain salient features in each case illustrating your answer with neat sketches. (20) [20 marks]
• Q9. What is an Earthquake? How are earthquakes caused? Give in brief the nature of different types of waves generated during an earthquake. What precautions should generally be taken while doing construction in earthquake effected areas. (20) [20 marks]