Course - Advanced Rock Mechanics - TGB4212
Advanced Rock Mechanics
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About the course
Course content
Assessment of rockmass quality, Ground Response Curve, the observation method for tunnelling (NATM), rock mechanics for TBM tunnelling, underground geohazards related to high in situ rock stresses, rock support in difficult geological conditions, analytical and numerical stability analyses, rock mechanics in foundation engineering, excursions and project tasks. Focuses are put on applications of rock mechanical principles in engineering practice. Project tasks: group work, individual presentations and a group report.
Learning outcome
The students have an overview of the areas where rock mechanical principles are applied for design and stability analyses. They learn skills for interpretation of mechanical phenomena during underground rock excavation and for stability analyses aiming to optimum design of underground openings. The student should master the use of subject-specific digital tools including programming where relevant (RS2 and Examine2D).
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, guest lectures, excursion (8 hours) and self-study. The students work in groups on large project tasks. A joint report on the group project is submitted.
Compulsory assignments
- Excursion
Further on evaluation
In order to be eligible to receive a grade in the course, both assessments (group project (49%) and individual final exam (51%)) must receive a passing score. If there is a re-sit examination, the form of assessment may be changed from written to oral examination. For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken.
Specific conditions
Limited admission to classes. For more information: https://i.ntnu.no/wiki/-/wiki/English/Admission+to+courses+with+restricted+admission
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic courses in rock mechanics, engineering geology, tunneling, foundation engineering, dam engineering, or other courses related to rock mass.
Required previous knowledge
TGB4210 Rock and Soil Mechanics, Basic Course and TGB4185 Engineering Geology, Basic Course or equivalent basic courses in rock and soil mechanics and engineering geology. In addition TGB4260 Numerical Modelling for Rock Engineering, which can be taken in parallel.
Course materials
A lecture folder and presentation slides.
Subject areas
- Rock Mechanics
- Rock Mechanics
- Engineering Geology - Rocks
- Mining Engineering
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.