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Overview

Introduction to mining rock mechanics and the rock mechanics context within new and operating underground mines. Basic physical principles applied to rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering in an underground mining environment. Elasticity and stress; rock properties and methods of determination; rock response to load; failure modes; time-dependency; stiffness; energy release; … For more content click the Read More button below.

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite: Enrolment in MINENS5059 or MINEUS8059 or MINEXS5059

Delivery

Fully online - Intensive

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Course Outline

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Fees

TypeAmount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)$1003
Domestic Students$4560
International Students$6030

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