Rock Mechanics Course
This course equips you with essential rock mechanics knowledge for tunnelling projects. Delve into rock mass traits, RMR and Q systems, stress distribution near tunnels, and effective support strategies. Utilise practical charts, tools, and monitoring techniques ready for immediate use in actual field scenarios, ensuring safer and more efficient builds in challenging terrains.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills in assessing granite rock formations, using RMR and Q classification methods, and analysing in-situ stresses in rugged, seismically active areas. Master identifying failure risks, planning basic drill-and-blast tunnel reinforcements, employing straightforward charts and instruments, and implementing monitoring plus flexible support plans for secure and productive underground operations.
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Develop skills
- Characterise rock masses by quickly assessing granite qualities and joint patterns.
- Apply RMR and Q systems to rapidly determine tunnel support dimensions.
- Analyse elastic tunnel behaviour to predict stress changes and primary failure risks.
- Evaluate in-situ stresses for reliable initial tunnel designs.
- Use monitoring data to adjust and enhance tunnel supports proactively.
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