Rock Mechanics covers rock mass classification, stress and strain, linear/non-linear behavior, failure mechanisms, state of stress, lab testing, and engineering applications.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.28 GPA, 52.2% A/AB (n=23 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.45 GPA, 60.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.00 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades).
Introduction to underground openings engineering covering subsurface stress, rock failure criteria, and design of openings in various rock types using stereonets and stabilization methods.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.77 GPA, 93.3% A/AB (n=15 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.78 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.75 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades).