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GEOS835: Geomechanics |
This unit is for students without previous formal work or studies in soil or rock mechanics. The mechanical behaviour of soil and rock materials is studied from the engineering geology and geomorphological viewpoints. Topics include: application to problems in mining and civil engineering work. Composition, engineering properties and classification of soils and rock materials; modification and stabilisation. Elementary elastic theory; stress and strain analysis methods, common stability problems.
| Credit Points: | 5 |
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2007 - Offered in 2007
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| Staff Contact: |
Dr David Durney |
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Basic studies in mathematics or physics; major studies in earth sciences, engineering or pedology
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| Offered By: |
ELS - Division of Environmental and Life Sciences |
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