Advanced Rock Mechanics

3 credits · Graduate

This course deals with specific rock mechanics problems related to ground stability control in mines. Emphasis is placed on in situ stress measurement, stress change and ground movement monitoring, numerical modelling in mining applications, rockbursting and microseismic monitoring. Theory, state-of-the-art and existing problems of relevant techniques are discussed. Case studies are included to solve practical problems. PREREQUISITES: Knowledge of differential equations and linear algebra and MINE 3611.03 or equivalent.