Course Introduction

Practical Rock Engineering 1 - Introduction

Version: 24 April 2007

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Introduction

This course for mining and geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists introduces the principles of modern rock engineering theory and practice. It traces the historical development of rock engineering, discusses the selection of appropriate design criteria, and presents the concepts and application of rock mass classification schemes. The course includes numerous practical examples of the application of rock engineering principles.

This course is the first in a suite of five Practical Rock Engineering courses. Other titles in the suite include Structural Analysis, Slope Stability and Rockfalls, Stress Analysis, and Excavation and Support.

The entire suite of courses has been upgraded and enhanced by the author (April 2007) to reflect advances in theory and practice that have occurred in recent years. Enhancements include the provision of many new figures and images.

Course Content

Practical Rock Engineering 1 - Introduction consists of 14 viewing sessions of 30 - 60 minutes each with supporting figures, examples, design tables and an extensive author reference, plus interactive course reviews. Course duration is equivalent to approximately 14 hours of viewing content.

Learning Outcomes

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

Describe the development of modern rock engineering practice.

Assess the significance of rock strength and stress, rock mass classification, analytical models and rock reinforcement.

Evaluate rock engineering conditions for selection of appropriate design criteria and factors of safety.

Course Requirements

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

A degree in civil, mining or geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, or related discipline

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$172.

1.2 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.

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