1 381 - Rock Mechanics

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Introduces theoretical and experimental aspects of rock mechanics and on this basis prepares the student for rock engineering. Includes review of laboratory and field testing; empirical and analytical methods for describing strength, deformability, and permeability of intact rock and rock masses; fracture mechanics and mechanics of discontinua including flow through discontinua; design and analysis of rock slopes and foundations on rock; and discussion of blasting design.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: 1.38, 1.361

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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