Rock Mechanics (CV386)
Course Name:
Rock Mechanics (CV386)
Programme:
B.Tech(Civil)
Category:
Programme Specific Electives (PSE)
Credits (L-T-P):
(3-0-0) 3
Content:
Introduction to rock mechanics, Engineering classification of rocks, Engineering properties of intact rocks, Determinationof in situ properties - shear strength, deformation, in situ stress, strength of jointed rocks, application to rock slopes, rock blasting, ground improvement techniques in rocks and bearing capacity.
References:
1) Jaegar and Cook, Foundation of rock masses.
2) Goodman, Introduction to rock mechanics, Wiley international