Rock Mechanics Course
Dive into rock mechanics tailored for tunnel projects. Acquire knowledge of rock mass traits, RMR and Q systems, tunnel stress dynamics, and effective support strategies, complete with practical charts, tools, and monitoring techniques ready for immediate use on actual sites.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on expertise in analysing granite rock formations, using RMR and Q classification methods, and evaluating in-situ stresses in rugged, seismically active areas. Master identifying failure risks, planning initial drill-and-blast tunnel reinforcements, employing straightforward charts and tools, and implementing monitoring plus flexible support plans for secure and streamlined underground operations.
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Develop skills
- Quickly assess granite rock masses and joint features.
- Use RMR/Q systems to rapidly determine tunnel support needs.
- Calculate stress changes and potential failures around tunnels.
- Evaluate site stresses for initial tunnel designs.
- Analyse monitoring data to adjust and enhance supports promptly.
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