Geological Engineering

About this programme

Geological Engineering is designed for those persons interested in the exploration, development and recovery of subsurface resources, subsurface waste disposal, assessment and protection of groundwater resources and the design and development of stable foundations for civil structures such as buildings, bridges, highways and dams. A broad background in aspects of geotechnical, mining, and petroleum engineering is provided. Some degree of specialization in each of these areas is possible in the selection of upper year courses. All undergraduate students admitted to the College of Engineering are required to complete a common first-year of undeclared studies (known as the first-year common core). Just after the start of the Winter Term in first year, students will select a major and will be placed in the appropriate bridging courses to facilitate their transition into the upper-year programs. Students who are successful in securing admission into an upper-year program are required to fol