CivE 697

Rock Engineering

Description

Elements of structural geology, analysis of the geometry of rock defects, properties of intact rocks. Properties of rock masses and stresses in rock masses, stability of rock slopes. Rock foundations and underground excavations in rock. Case studies.

Learning Outcomes

Describe key geological features and rock properties relevant to engineering applications and understand the significance of in-situ stress in rock masses
Compare continuum and discontinuum concepts in rock engineering analyses and apply concepts of energy and stress to rock fracturing
Provide geotechnical descriptions of rock discontinuities and assess their shear strength
Apply the Geological Strength Index (GSI), the Hoek-Brown criterion, and the Cohesion Weakening Friction Strengthening (CWFS) model to evaluate rock mass strength
Employ empirical rock mass classification systems such as Q and RMR, calculate the modulus of rock masses, and understand its significance in engineering design
Comprehend the concepts of Discrete Fracture Network (DFN) and Synthetic Rock Mass models and their applications, as well as analyze the interplay of thermal, hydraulic, and mechanical processes in rock masses for engineering purposes

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Sections & Respective Instructors

A1 - 2025/2026 - Fall - Gonzalo Zambrano

B1 - 2024/2025 - Fall - Gonzalo Zambrano

B1 - 2023/2024 - Fall - Rick Chalaturnyk

A1 - 2022/2023 - Fall - Rick Chalaturnyk

A1 - 2020/2021 - Fall - Rick Chalaturnyk