Course Introduction

Geotechnical Data Collection for Excavation in Rock

Version: November 12 2002

James Mathis PhD PE(US) P.Eng (Canada)

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Introduction

Geotechnical Data Collection for Excavation in Rock is intended as both a course and a technical reference for an audience of mining engineers, engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers concerned with underground and surface excavation in rock. A complementary course on Reinforcement Design for Excavation in Rock, by the same author, is also available.

Geotechnical Data Collection for Excavation in Rock introduces the concept of rock mass classification for excavation design and discusses the importance of the geologic regime, rock fabric, rock strength and other properties. The course describes the origins and principles of rock mass classification, based on rock mass rating schemes, discusses failure modes and their relevance to reinforcement design, and provides practical guidelines and procedures for collection of relevant geotechnical data by cell mapping, core logging and sample testing, and reduction of data for rock mass classification purposes.

Session topics include: Introduction to Geotechnical Data Collection, Geology, Lithology and Structure, Rock Fabric and Procedures, Rock Properties and Procedures, Rock Mass Classification and Procedures, and Failure Modes in Rock.

Course Content

The course comprises 9 viewing sessions of 30-60 minutes each at both summary and text level, plus multiple-choice reviews, extensive worked examples, and numerous illustrations and supporting tables. Course duration is equivalent to approximately 10 hours of viewing content.

Learning Outcomes

Participants who successfully complete this course and the certification requirements will be able to perform the following.

• Explain data collection methods for excavation in rock and their application in practice.

• Explain the principles of rock mass classification and its application to evaluation of rock conditions.

• Explain the primary causes and modes of failure in a rock mass.

Course Requirements

Basic requirements for successful completion of this course include the following.

• A degree in mining or geotechnical engineering, engineering geology or related discipline.

• Experience with underground and/or surface excavation in rock.

Course Certification

This course qualifies for EduMine Certification. A certificate will be issued to an EduMine enrollee who registers for certification and successfully completes the certification requirements. The total certification fee for this course is Can$150.

1.0 CEUs  (Continuing Education Units) will be awarded for successful completion of certification requirements for this course. EduMine meets the Criteria for Certification established by the Authorized Provider Commission of The International Association for Continuing Education and Training, 1620 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 615, Washington, DC 20006.

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UBC Certificate in Mining Studies

This course qualifies as online learning for the University of British Columbia - Certificate in Mining Studies in the Geotechnical and Rock Mechanics stream. Students who complete the certification requirements for this course may optionally register for the Certificate in Mining Studies program and complete the associated classroom component. For further information click UBC Certificate in Mining Studies

[Note: Participation in the UBC Certificate in Mining Studies program is optional. For EduMine certification proceed as described under Course Certification above.]

Start the Course with an Orientation Session	Review the Course at the Summary Level	Start the Course at the Detailed Text Level	Course Certification Entry or Registration
(first time viewers)	(reviewers)	(serious viewers)	(certification)