GEOE 467/567 Introduction to Geomechanics

Credits: (3-0) 3

An introduction to topics relevant to rock and soil mechanics as they pertain to geological, mining, and subsurface energy engineering. This includes discussion of geologic structural discontinuities, rock rheology and stress concentration, Anderson classification of faults and stress regimes, hoop stresses and wellbore deformation, pore pressure and stress changes and their effects on reservoirs and petroleum exploration and production. This course offers cross-disciplinary exchange of ideas and experience. Students will gain fundamental knowledge and skills that are required by a wide range of geoengineering applications.

Notes: A minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation with a Geological Engineering BS. Students enrolled in GEOE 567 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in GEOE 467.

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