Provide students with basic knowledge of topographic maps, their common elements, solution of various common geological map problems involving basic geological structures and events, including their development history.

Help students to develop a 3-D image from a 2-D map.

Teach students systematic thinking and the use of certain methods in solving problems related to geological engineering maps.

Develop an understanding of geological events, related structures, their systematic analysis and interpretation of geological maps.

Introduce students to basic design concepts, using geological maps.