Explain process of Rock Weathering.
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2025 Oct INSEM
Q1
15 MarksGive the classification of igneous rocks based on silica percentage.
Explain felsic and mafic group of minerals.
Q2
15 MarksDescribe classification of sedimentary rocks
Explain various physical properties of minerals.
What is metamorphism? Explain the types of metamorphism.
Q3
15 MarksExplain the general principles of Stratigraphy.
Describe Vindhyan system with its civil engineering significance.
Explain types of landforms formed by deposition of river.
Q4
15 MarksDescribe in detail physiographic divisions of India
Describe principles of correlation
Explain various types of basalts found in Deccan trap area.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 30 |
| Total Questions | 4 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Paper Number | [6578]-5 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil |
| Exam Type | INSEM |
| Exam Session | 2025 Oct INSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.237 08/11/2025 10:49:34 static-237'] |
2024 Sep INSEM
Q1
15 MarksDefine Mineral Explain various physical properties of minerals.
What are agents of Metamorphism? Explain their role in metamorphism.
Define hardness of mineral and explain in detail Moh’s scale of hardness.
Q2
15 MarksWhat is Rock? Explain classification of igneous rocks on the basis of their mode of occurrence.
Discuss classification of sedimentary rocks on the basis of Clastic sediments.
Explain various process of weathering of rocks.
Q3
15 MarksExplain the general principles of Stratigraphy.
Describe in detail physiographic divisions of India.
Describe various rock types occurring in Deccan Trap Area.
Q4
15 MarksExplain types of landform formed by erosion action of river.
Write note on Archaens and Dharwars.
Write note on stages of rivers.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 30 |
| Total Questions | 4 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Paper Number | [6222]-113 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engineering |
| Exam Type | INSEM |
| Exam Session | 2024 Sep INSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 11/10/2024 10:45:52 static-238'] |
2023 Oct INSEM
Q1
15 MarksExplain process of mechanical and residual deposits of sedimentary rocks.
Discuss in detail thermal and cataclastic process of metamorphism.
Explain rock forming and economic group of minerals.
Q2
15 MarksGive the classification of igneous rocks based on silica percentage.
Explain various physical properties of minerals.
Explain the processes of disintegration and decomposition of the rocks.
Q3
15 MarksDescribe types of unconformities with neat sketches.
Describe Vindhyan system with its civil engineering significance.
Explain types of landforms formed by deposition of river.
Q4
15 MarksExplain various types of basalts found in Deccan trap area.
Describe principles of correlation.
Describe in detail physiographic divisions of India.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 30 |
| Total Questions | 4 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Paper Number | [6186]-505 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engineering |
| Exam Type | INSEM |
| Exam Session | 2023 Oct INSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 13/10/2023 10:36:52 static-238'] |
2022 Oct INSEM
Q1
15 MarksWhat is Rock? Explain classification of igneous rocks on the basis of their mode of occurrence.
What are agents of Metamorphism? Explain their role in metamorphism.
Define hardness of mineral and explain in detail Moh’s scale of hardness.
Q2
15 MarksExplain various physical properties of minerals.
Discuss classification of sedimentary rocks on the basis of grain size.
Explain various process of weathering of rocks.
Q3
15 MarksWhat is an unconformity? Describe types of unconformities with neat sketches.
Explain types of landforms formed by erosion action of river.
Describe Archean and Dharwar formation with its civil engineering significance
Q4
15 MarksDescribe in detail physiographic divisions of India.
Explain the general principles of Stratigraphy.
Describe various rock types occurring in Deccan Trap Area.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | I |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 30 |
| Total Questions | 4 |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Paper Number | [5931]-5 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil |
| Exam Type | INSEM |
| Exam Session | 2022 Oct INSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 20/01/2023 10:40:14 static-238'] |
2025 May Jun ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksDescribe various types of concordant and discordant igneous intrusions.
Define fold and explain any three types of folds.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 3.0 cm, scale of the map is 1cm = l00m and contour interval is 30m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip).
Q2
17 MarksWhat is mountain building process? Describe types of mountains.
Define fault and explain the significance of fault in Civil Engineering.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 3.0cm, scale of the map is 1cm = l00m and contour interval is 50m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip).
Q3
18 MarksExplain how GIS is an important tool for civil engineers.
Define Remote Sensing? Explain its applications in civil engineering.
Calculate RQD recovery and Core recovery from following table. Run in m: 0-3 m, 3-6 m. Piece No.: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Length in cm: 20, 15, 40, 50, 60, 13, 50, 60, 80, 09, 10. Nature of fracture: J, J, M, M, M, J, J, M, M, M, M.
Q4
18 MarksWhat is GIS? Explain components of GIS.
Explain methods of subsurface investigation.
Calculate RQD recovery and Core recovery from following table. Run in m: 0-3 m, 3-6 m. Piece No.: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Length in cm: 16, 12, 60, 50, 30, 13, 9, 6, 8, 71, 82, 9. Nature of fracture: J, J, M, M, M, J, J, J, J, M, M, M.
Q5
17 MarksExplain Preliminary Geological Investigations carried out for Tunneling.
Explain tunneling conditions in Deccan trap region.
A site is proposed for excavation of tunnel along A-B and M-N, passing through axial and limb region of fold respectively. Justifg the suitability of tunnel is such conditions.
Q6
17 MarksDiscuss on the dam located in folded geological structure.
Explain with appropriate example the feasibility of dam alignment which is crossing DYKE.
What are the geological requirements for the foundation of dam?
Q7
18 MarksWhat is landslide? Describe in brief the various types of landslides.
Discuss engineering properties of building stones.
Define aquifers. Explain in brief the types of aquifers.
Q8
18 MarksExplain geological conditions favorable for natural springs and artesian wells.
What are the causes of an earthquakes.
Explain in brief the geological work done by groundwater.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6402]-5 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engg. |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2025 May Jun ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.237 22/05/2025 09:28:44 static-237'] |
2025 Nov Dec ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksDefine unconformity and Describe various types of unconformities.
Describe types of mountains building activity.
Write short notes on: i) Parts of Fold ii) Strike and Dip of rocks
Q2
17 MarksDefine fold and explain any three types of folds.
Define fault and Describe the types of fault with their engineering significances.
What is plate tectonics? Explain divergent and convergent plates.
Q3
18 MarksExplain the concept of RQD and its importance in Civil Engineering.
Explain importance of preliminary geological exploration in civil engineering.
Define Remote Sensing? Explain its applications in civil engineering.
Q4
18 MarksWhat is GIS? Explain components of GIS.
Discuss in detail core drilling method of subsurface geological exploration with its significance.
Explain methods of subsurface investigation.
Q5
17 MarksExplain with appropriate example the feasibility of dam alignment which is crossing DYKE.
What are the geological requirements for the foundation of dam?
A site is proposed for excavation of tunnel along A-B and M-N, passing through axial and limb region of fold respectively. Justify the suitability of tunnel is such conditions.
Q6
17 MarksExplain Preliminary Geological Investigations carried out for Tunneling.
Discuss on the dam located in folded geological structure.
Explain tunneling conditions in Deccan trap region.
Q7
18 MarksExplain geological conditions favorable for natural springs and artesian wells.
Explain in brief the geological work done by groundwater.
Define aquifers. Explain in brief the types of aquifers.
Q8
18 MarksDescribe in brief the various preventive measures against landslides.
Define Earthquakes and What are the causes of earthquakes.
Discuss on good building stones.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6582]-10 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2025 Nov Dec ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.237 27/12/2025 09:44:29 static-237'] |
2024 May Jun ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksDefine fold and Describe types of folds.
Explain various concordant and discordant body of igneous intrusion.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 4.5cm, scale of the map is 1cm = 100m and contour interval is 50m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip)
Q2
17 MarksExplain with sketch disconformity, angular unconformity and non-conformity.
Define fault and explain the significance of fault in Civil Engineering.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 3.0cm, scale of the map is 1cm = 100m and contour interval is 30m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip)
Q3
18 MarksExplain importance of preliminary geological explorations in civil engineering.
Define Remote Sensing? Explain it’s applications in civil engineering.
Calculate RQD recovery and Core recovery from following table. Run in m: 3-6m, 6-9m. Piece No. 1-11, Length in cm: 12, 10, 70, 55, 50, 13, 50, 70, 80, 90, 10. Nature of fracture: J, J, M, M, M, J, J, M, M, M, M.
Q4
18 MarksDiscuss in detail core drilling method of subsurface geological exploration with its significance.
Describe various applications of GIS in civil engineering.
Calculate RQD and core recovery form following table. Run in m: 0-3m, 3-6m. Piece No. 1-13, Length in cm: 10, 12, 50, 56, 60, 13, 50, 09, 06, 60, 80, 10, 10. Nature of fracture: J, J, M, M, M, J, J, J, J, M, M, M, M.
Q5
17 MarksExplain significance of dipping strata in site selection for construction of dam.
Explain influence of geological conditions on the choice and type of dam.
A site is proposed for excavation of tunnel along A-B and M-N, passing through axial and limb region of fold respectively. Justify the suitability of tunnel is such conditions.
Q6
17 MarksExplain Preliminary Geological Investigations carried out for Tunneling.
Discuss on unfavorable geological conditions for reservoir area of dam.
Discuss on tunnel excavated through faulted area.
Q7
18 MarksDescribe in brief the various preventive measures against landslides.
Describe requirements of good building stone.
Define aquifers. Explain in brief the types of aquifers.
Q8
18 MarksExplain geological conditions favourable for natural springs and artesian wells.
Define earthquake and Describe the causes of earthquake.
Explain in brief the geological work done by groundwater.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6261]-10 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engg. |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2024 May Jun ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 27/05/2024 13:35:02 static-238'] |
2024 Nov Dec ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksExplain parts of fold with neat sketch. Add a note on anticline and syncline.
Explain with sketch angular unconformity and non-conformity.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 3.0 cm, scale of the map is 1cm = 100m and contour interval is 30m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip).
Q2
17 MarksWhat is fault ? Describe normal and reverse fault with neat sketch.
Describe various types of igneous intrusions.
Perpendicular distance between any two successive strike line is 5.5 cm, scale of the map is 1cm = 100m and contour interval is 50m. Calculate amount of dip (True Dip)
Q3
18 MarksExplain applications of remote sensing in civil engineering.
Explain how GIS is an important tool for civil engineers.
Calculate RQD and Core recovery from following table. Run in m Piece No. Length in cm Nature of fracture 1 12 J 2 10 J 3 14 M 3-6m 4 55 M 5 50 M 6 13 J 07 50 M 6-9m 08 60 M 09 90 M 10 08 M
Q4
18 MarksDiscuss in detail core drilling method of subsurface geological exploration with its significance.
What is remote sensing? Explain its importance in civil engineering field.
Calculate RQD and Core recovery from following table. Run in m Piece No. Length in cm Nature of fracture 1 15 J 2 13 J 3 60 M 4 55 M 0-3 m 5 50 M 6 13 J 7 50 J 8 10 J 9 10 J 10 60 M 3-6 m 11 80 M 12 09 M 13 10 M
Q5
17 MarksDiscuss on favorable geological conditions for reservoir area of dam.
Explain geological investigations required to select site for tunneling.
What are the geological requirements for the foundation of dam?
Q6
17 MarksDiscuss on stability of tunnels through limb and axial region of folds.
Explain the suitable and unsuitable dipping strata conditions at dam site.
Discuss on tunnel excavated through faulted area.
Q7
18 MarksDefine landslide? Describe preventive measures against landslides.
Explain various types of aquifers.
Describe suitability of basalt, granite and limestone as a building stone.
Q8
18 MarksWhat is earthquake? Explain causes of earthquake.
What is groundwater? Describe methods of artificial recharge of groundwater.
Describe requirements of good building stone.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6352]-10 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2024 Nov Dec ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.237 09/12/2024 09:37:06 static-237'] |
2023 May Jun ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksWhat is unconformity and Describe various types of unconformities.
Define fault and explain the significance of fault in Civil Engineering.
What is plate tectonics? Explain divergent and convergent plates.
Q2
17 MarksDefine fold and explain any three types of folds.
What is mountain building process? Describe types of mountains.
Write short notes on : i) Inlier and Outlier ii) Strike and Dip of rocks.
Q3
18 MarksExplain importance of preliminary geological exploration in civil engineering.
Explain applications of remote sensing in civil engineering.
Compare direct and indirect methods of subsurface geological investigations.
Q4
18 MarksDescribe in detail core drilling method of subsurface geological exploration with its significance.
What will be the effects of faulting on civil engineering structures?
Explain how GIS is an important tool for civil engineers.
Q5
17 MarksDiscuss on tunnel excavated through faulted area.
Discuss on unfavorable geological conditions for reservoir area of dam.
A site is proposed for excavation of tunnel along A-B and M-N, passing through axial and limb region of fold respectively. Justify the suitability of tunnel is such conditions.
Q6
17 MarksExplain Preliminary Geological Investigations carried out for Tunneling.
Explain influence of geological conditions on the choice and type of dam.
Explain significance of dipping strata in site selection for construction of dam.
Q7
18 MarksWhat is landslide? Describe preventive measures against landslides.
Explain various types of aquifers.
Describe requirements of good building stone.
Q8
18 MarksWhat is earthquake? Explain causes of earthquake.
What is groundwater? Describe methods of artificial recharge of groundwater.
Describe suitability of basalt, granite and limestone as a building stone.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6002]-105 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engineering |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2023 May Jun ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 20/06/2023 10:35:46 static-238'] |
2023 Nov Dec ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksWhat is fold? Describe parts of fold with neat sketch.
Describe the types of joints and their significance in civil engineering.
Write short notes on: i) Angular unconformity ii) Strike and dip of rocks.
Q2
17 MarksDefine fault and describe any four types of fault.
Define unconformity and Describe the types unconformity.
Describe various types of igneous intrusions.
Q3
18 MarksDescribe the applications of remote sensing in civil engineering field.
Describe preliminary geological explorations in civil engineering projects.
Explain how GIS is an important tool for civil engineers.
Q4
18 MarksDiscuss in detail core drilling method of subsurface geological exploration with its significance.
Explain applications of GIS in civil engineering.
Compare direct and indirect methods of subsurface geological investigations.
Q5
17 MarksDiscuss on favorable geological conditions for reservoir area of dam.
Discuss on tunnel excavated through faulted area.
What are the geological requirements for the foundation of dam?
Q6
17 MarksExplain geological investigations required to select site for tunneling.
Explain the suitable and unsuitable dipping strata conditions at dam site.
Discuss on stability of tunnels through limb and axial region of folds.
Q7
18 MarksDescribe in brief the various preventive measures against landslides.
Describe requirements of good building stone.
Define aquifers. Explain in brief the types of aquifers.
Q8
18 MarksExplain geological conditions favorable for natural springs and artesian wells.
Define earthquake and note on the Seismic zones of India.
Explain in brief the geological work done by groundwater.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [6179]-210 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engineering |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2023 Nov Dec ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 05/01/2024 09:47:24 static-238'] |
2022 Nov Dec ENDSEM
Q1
17 MarksDescribe various types of unconformities with neat sketches.
Explain sill and Dyke as igneous intrusions.
Write short notes on: i) Symmetrical and asymmetrical folds. ii) Strike and dip of rocks.
Q2
17 MarksExplain various parts Fold and any three types of fold with neat sketches.
Write short note on plate tectonic.
Describe the classification of fault and their engineering significance.
Q3
18 MarksWhat is the effects of faulting and their significance in civil engineering.
Describe the application of remote sensing in civil engg.
Describe photo interpretation elements of aerial photographs.
Q4
18 MarksExplain in detail the importance of preliminary geological exploration in civil engineering projects.
Write an applications of GIS in civil engg.
Explain any three methods of subsurface investigation.
Q5
18 MarksDiscuss in detail preliminary geological investigations of tunneling.
What are the geological requirement for the foundation of dam?
Discuss the feasibility of dam site, with dipping and horizontal strata.
Q6
18 MarksA site is proposed for excavation of tunnel is A-B and M-N, which is passing through axis and limb region of fold respectively. Justify the suitability of tunnel is such conditions.
Explain with appropriate example the feasibility of dam alignment which is crossing DYKE.
Write a note on the dam located on folded geological structure.
Q7
17 MarksDescribe different types of seismic waves in detail.
What is landslides? What are the causes of it?
Define Aquifers. Explain in short the types of aquifers.
Q8
17 MarksWrite a note on building stones.
What are the causes of an earthquakes.
Explain the Geological conditions favorable for natural springs and artesian wells.
| Subject Name | Engineering Geology |
|---|---|
| Semester | III |
| Pattern Year | 2019 |
| Subject Code | 207009 |
| Max Marks | 70 |
| Total Questions | 8 |
| Duration | 2½ Hours |
| Paper Number | [5925]-205 |
| Academic Year | S.E. |
| Branch Name | Civil Engineering |
| Exam Type | ENDSEM |
| Exam Session | 2022 Nov Dec ENDSEM |
| Watermark | ['CEGP013091', '49.248.216.238 01/02/2023 13:29:39 static-238'] |