Engineering geology: development and perspectives

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Published: Jan 1, 2002
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/bgsg.16867
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Engineering Geology definition teaching - training professional practice future
Γ. ΚΟΥΚΗΣ
University of Patras
Abstract

This paper refers to the following issues: the definition of Engineering Geology, diachronic development, professional practice and registration, teaching and training, responsibilities - limitations - future

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