JEO 326 - Geology for Building Materials

Course Objectives

1. Classification and properties of Non-metallic materials
2. Reserves, industry and properties of Non-metallic materials in Turkey
3. Geological investigations of Non-metallic material quarries

Course Description

Non-metallic materials in the earth crust and their classification. Non-metallic material industries in Turkey. Marbles, limestones and other building stones. Raw materials for the cement, lime and plaster industries. Concrete aggregates and their specifications. Various stages in the investigation of raw materials. Geological parameters affecting the investigation of raw materials.