AKTU Rock Mechanics Lab (BMN553) Syllabus PDF – B.Tech 3rd Year

List of Experiments

1. Determination of moisture content of rock sample by ISRM standard method
2. Determination of porosity of rock sample by ISRM standard method
3. Determination of Density of rock sample by ISRM standard method
4. Determination of slake durability strength index of rock sample by ISRM standard method
5. Determination of point load strength index of rock sample
6. Determination of Proto-dyakonov strength index of rock sample
7. Determination of Uni-axial Compressive strength of rock sample by ISRM standard method
8. Determination of Tensile strength of rock sample by Brazilian method
9. Determination of Shear strength of rock sample
10. Determination of Tri-axial Compressive strength of rock sample by ISRM standard method Course outcomes: Upon successful completion of this laboratory course, students will be able to:
11. Characterize Physical Properties of Rocks: Accurately determine fundamental physical properties of rock samples, including moisture content, porosity, and density, using standardized laboratory procedures (e.g., ISRM methods).
12. Assess Rock Durability and Weathering Resistance: Evaluate the slake durability index of rock samples to predict their resistance to weathering and degradation in various environmental conditions.
13. Quantify Rock Strength Parameters: Determine various strength indices of rock samples, including point load strength and Proto-Dyakonov strength, and interpret their significance.
14. Measure Fundamental Mechanical Strengths: Conduct laboratory tests to accurately measure the uniaxial compressive strength, tensile strength (via the Brazilian method), and shear strength of rock samples.
15. Analyze Rock Behavior Under Confining Stress: Perform triaxial compressive strength tests on rock samples to understand their mechanical behavior under simulated in-situ stress conditions.
16. Apply ISRM Standards: Demonstrate proficiency in applying International Society for Rock Mechanics (ISRM) standard methods for rock property and strength determination.
17. Interpret and Report Experimental Data: Analyze experimental data obtained from rock mechanics tests, interpret the results, and present them in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
18. Understand the Importance of Rock Properties in Engineering: Relate the determined physical and mechanical properties of rocks to their significance in various geological and geotechnical engineering applications.