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Fundamentals of Rock Mechanics

14 Professional Development Hours

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of rock mechanics and effectively apply them to slope stability engineering.
  • Evaluate and implement various slope stabilization methods, ensuring the appropriate application for different scenarios.
  • Conduct thorough stability analyses of slopes to predict and mitigate potential failures.
  • Utilize advanced computer analysis methods and industry-standard design practices with confidence.
  • Apply the principles of investigating and stabilizing slope failures, enhancing overall project safety and effectiveness.

Description
This course provides an in-depth understanding of rock mechanics, focusing on its practical application in slope stability engineering. You will explore the principles that govern rock behavior and learn how to apply these concepts to real-world engineering challenges. Rock mechanics is a crucial aspect of civil and mining engineering, as it involves the study of rock behavior under various conditions, which is essential for designing safe and stable structures.

Understanding rock mechanics is vital for ensuring the stability and safety of slopes, tunnels, foundations, and other structures built on or within rock masses. This knowledge helps prevent costly and potentially catastrophic failures. Additionally, it supports the creation of more efficient and sustainable engineering practices, reducing the environmental impact of construction projects and enhancing the durability and longevity of the structures.

By taking this course, you will learn the fundamentals of rock mechanics, methods for slope stabilization, and how to conduct stability analyses. You will also gain insights into the principles of investigating and stabilizing slope failures. This knowledge equips you with the skills to design safe, economical, and practical engineering solutions in rock mechanics.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals involved in designing, analyzing, and constructing structures that interact with rock masses, including geotechnical, civil, and mining engineers; structural engineers; civil engineering technicians and technologists; field engineers; and design engineers.

Highly beneficial to consultants, engineering geologists, soil scientists, city and public works officials, city planners, environmental engineers, project managers, academic researchers, construction managers, and government and regulatory officials responsible for construction safety standards.

Tailored for those needing a solid rock mechanics foundation for their professional growth.

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SCHEDULED OFFERINGS

This course is currently scheduled on the following date. Click to learn even more details about this offering.

Online, 1/30/2025

COURSE CREDIT

Almost all of EPIC's courses offer :

  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and
  • Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

These course credits will help attendees earn training requirements for their associations or provincial governing bodies.

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