The course content include the most significant technical aspects of underground excavations in rock.
FAF3605 Underground Excavation in Rock 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus FAF3605 (Spring 2019–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus FAF3605 (Spring 2019–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After having completed the course, the student shall have a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects that affect the possibilities for long-term sustainable construction of underground structures in rock.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Master of Science in civil engineering or similar, with a basic course in rock mechanics.
Literature
The course literature is announced at the beginning of each course round.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- PRO1 - Project work, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Oral examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
Third cycle