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University of Alberta Calendar 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CALENDAR]

MIN E 620 - Rock Mechanics

★ 4 (fi 6) (either term, 3-1s-1) Properties of intact rocks and testing methods. Properties of rock masses and rock mass classifications. Rock and rock mass strength criteria. Stresses in rock masses. Analysis of rock mass performance, rock support and stabilization. Empirical, analytical and numerical analysis techniques. Surface and underground rock engineering case studies Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.