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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDZ316 |
| Name | Rock Mechanics 2 |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. AHMET MAHMUT KILIÇ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To investigate the static and dynamic behavior of rocks during underground and surface mining activities using rock mechanics principles. To teach students the theoretical and practical effects of geological discontinuities on engineering structures, subsidence mechanisms resulting from underground excavations, and slope stability analysis methods. To equip students with the ability to produce optimum and safe engineering solutions during slope design stages.
Course Content
Discontinuities and their effects on engineering works, shear strength tests for discontinuities. The effect of production cavities on rocks, investigation and calculation of subsidence and slip movements. Importance of slope stability, research planning, and open-pit slope design. Failure mechanics in slopes, planar, wedge, circular, and toppling failure mechanisms. Slope stability analysis methods; empirical, analytical, stereographic projection, and limit equilibrium methods along with computer applications. Factors affecting slope stability; water pressure, roughness, tension cracks, and geotechnical parameters.
Course Precondition
MDZ 101 Matematik 1
Resources
Lecture Notes and Books
Notes
Internet Resources, Scientific Articles, Seminar, Symposium and Congress Books, Higher Education Theses
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines discontinuities in rocks and explains their effects on mining and engineering structures. |
| LO02 | Applies laboratory and in-situ field tests to determine the shear strength of discontinuities. |
| LO03 | Explains the roof strata movements, subsidence, and slip mechanisms caused by underground production cavities. |
| LO04 | Calculates the amounts of subsidence and slip occurring in underground mining using methods such as Keinhorst and Bals. |
| LO05 | Comprehends the importance of slope stability in open-pit mining and plans the slope design stages from feasibility to operation. |
| LO06 | Distinguishes the mechanisms and geometric conditions of planar, circular, wedge, and toppling failure types occurring in slopes. |
| LO07 | Analyzes geological, hydrogeological, and mechanical factors affecting slope stability, such as gravity, water pressure, and roughness. |
| LO08 | Evaluates geological data and performs kinematic analysis on slopes using the stereographic projection method. |
| LO09 | Performs slope safety factor calculations for planar, circular, and wedge failures using limit equilibrium methods and charts. |
| LO10 | Evaluates the use of stress analysis, numerical modeling, and computer software in solving slope stability problems. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discontinuities and their effects on engineering works. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 2 | Shear strength tests for discontinuities. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Gösteri, Anlatım |
| 3 | Effects of production cavities on rocks: Subsidence and slip movements. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 4 | Calculation of subsidence and slips using Keinhorst and Bals methods. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 5 | Importance of slope stability and related definitions. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 6 | Planning of slope stability investigations and slope design stages. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 7 | Slope failure mechanics and failure types. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Slope stability analysis methods and computer applications. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 10 | Factors and geotechnical parameters affecting slope stability. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 11 | Effects of water pressure, roughness, and infill material on slope stability. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 12 | Planar failure mechanism and analyses. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 13 | Circular failure mechanism and analysis using method of slices. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 14 | Wedge failure mechanism and stereographic projection method. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 15 | Wedge failure analyses and problem solutions. | Lecture notes and sources references indicated | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||