Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MMD301 |
| Name | Rock Mechanics I |
| Term | 2016-2017 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. AHMET DAĞ
(Güz)
(A Group)
()
Prof. Dr. AHMET MAHMUT KILIÇ (Güz) (A Group) () |
Course Goal / Objective
To provide students with a fundamental background in theoretical and applied rock mechanics with emphasis on problem-solving in rock engineering as well as an ability to conduct laboratory experiments and interpret the results.
Course Content
Introduction/ Basic descriptions and concepts/ Stresses on the ground/ analysis of stress and strain/ Physical and mechanical properties of rock material and rock mass/ Rock mass classifications/ Rock failure criteria/ Stresses on the underground openings and measurement/ laboratory experiments.
Course Precondition
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Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows about the concepts of rock engineering. Determines strength parameters and rock properties. Makes stress analyses. Determines deformation and failure of rock. Determines stresses around underground opening. Has the skills to conduct laboratory exper |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches | |
| PLO02 | - | Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions | |
| PLO03 | - | Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems | |
| PLO04 | - | Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. | |
| PLO05 | - | Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly | |
| PLO06 | - | Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. | |
| PLO07 | - | Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. | |
| PLO08 | - | Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves | |
| PLO09 | - | Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. | |
| PLO10 | - | Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. | |
| PLO11 | - | Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. | |
| PLO12 | - | Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. | |
| PLO13 | - | Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. | |
| PLO14 | - | Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO15 | - | Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. | |
| PLO16 | - | Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, basic descriptions and concepts | Document reading | |
| 2 | Stress and strain | Document reading | |
| 3 | Stress and strain | Document reading | |
| 4 | Stress and strain | Document reading | |
| 5 | Rock behaviour | Document reading | |
| 6 | Rock failure criterias | Document reading | |
| 7 | Rock failure criterias | Document reading | |
| 8 | Ground stresses and stress distributions | Document reading | |
| 9 | Midtrems | ||
| 10 | Ground stresses and stress distributions | Document reading | |
| 11 | Ground stresses and stress distributions | Document reading | |
| 12 | Rock and mass classifications | Document reading | |
| 13 | Physical and mechanical properties of rock and laboratory experiments | Document reading | |
| 14 | Physical and mechanical properties of rock and laboratory experiments | Document reading | |
| 15 | Physical and mechanical properties of rock and laboratory experiments | Document reading | |
| 16 | Final exam | ||
| 17 | Final exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 90 | 36 |
| 1. Homework | 10 | 4 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 80 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,20 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||