Geomechanics

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This course focuses on the mechanical properties of earth materials and teaching analytical methods through the analysis of equilibrium force systems within the context of environmental and engineering geology. The course will explore how rocks deform in response to tensor stress, fluid pressure, and temperature, and how these deformations and fluid flows can alter the state of stress, leading to significant feedback effects. The understanding of these processes will assist in predicting the behavior of geological materials under various forces and environmental conditions, which is crucial for stable infrastructure and mitigating hazards such as landslides and sinkholes. Throughout the course, the fundamental principles of mechanics and their practical applications will be explored through problem definition and solving strategies working on real-life projects.