MINE 649 - Numerical Modelling in Geomechanics

(3 units)

Principles of Geomechanics and numerical models are used in the design of mining or civil excavations, such as: large underground stopes, rock slopes, tunnels, shafts, measuring ground subsidence, and other surface or underground excavations. The course benefits students across diverse fields, such as mining, civil, and geological engineering.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe how the following impact tunnel design: Terzaghi’s rock load theory, strength of discontinuities, tunneling hazards, tunneling machines, tunneling in swelling rocks.
2. describe how the following impact shaft design: Self-supporting shaft, support pressures on the wall of shaft, design of support system, surge shaft, shaft excavation.
3. describe ground subsidence considerations: Characterization of ground movements, chimney cave, caving rock, support near caving ground, ground movements monitoring.
4. perform design and analysis using numerical modeling methodologies and tools.
5. demonstrate ability to design excavations independently using analytical, empirical and numerical modeling tools by working on independent design projects.

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