Environmental Engineering - Rock Mechanics
MINE 3611 Rock Mechanics
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Concepts of mechanical behaviour and intact strength properties of rock masses are discussed. Classification systems and failure criteria for rocks are described. The principles of engineering design for underground and surface mine structures are covered. Stereographic projections and numerical methods are used to analyze surface and underground rock stability. Rock mechanics instrumentation is discussed. Laboratory sessions cover sample preparation and rock testing.
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MINE 3605.03