地质工程是工程学院和文理学院的跨学科学科。地质工程学整合了地质学和工程学两个学科。地质学家研究地球-它的起源，组成和演化。工程师将科学原理应用于实际目的，例如设计和建造供社会实际使用的设施。地质工程师找到了利用地球资源来解决技术问题并保护环境的最佳方法。地质工程师使用可持续工程原理解决了与岩石和土壤相关的各种实际问题。他们设计和建造结构，运输设施，水坝，隧道和发电厂。它们减轻了自然现象，例如洪水，山体滑坡和地震，并开发了对环境和环境无害的能源和矿产资源。他们还管理地下水和地表水资源，以确保公众安全和健康。
Geological engineering is an interdisciplinary program with faculty from the College of Engineering and the College of Letters and Science. Geological engineering integrates two disciplines: geology and engineering. Geologists study the earth, its origins, composition, and evolution. Engineers apply scientific principles to practical ends, such as the design and construction of facilities for practical use by society. Geological engineers find the best ways to use the earth’s resources to solve technical problems while protecting the environment.<br><br>Geological engineers solve a variety of practical problems associated with rock and soils using principles of sustainable engineering. They design and construct structures, transportation facilities, dams, tunnels, and power plants. They mitigate naturally occurring phenomena such as floods, landslides, and earthquakes, and develop safe and environmentally sound sources of energy and minerals. They also manage groundwater and surface water resources to ensure the public safety and health. Geological engineers also design and construct subsurface repositories for waste disposal and remediate contaminated sites.