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Geomechanics 1
CIV2242
Synopsis
The unit covers all aspects of geomechanics at an elementary level, as well as basic engineering geology, formation and weathering processes, sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks, soil- and rock-forming minerals, geological mapping and modelling, site investigations, in-situ testing, engineering classification of soil and rock, weight-volume relationship, and the two/three phase model. It also includes 2D seepage, effective stress theory, stresses in a soil mass and shear strength.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Audience
- Undergraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (4)
- ENG1001ENG1001
- Engineering methodsENG1011
- Engineering numerical analysisENG1014
- ENG1060ENG1060
What it unlocks (2)
- Geomechanics 2CIV3247
- Deep earth processesEAE2511
Offerings (2)
- Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS / Malaysia · ON-CAMPUS
Listed in 3 areas of study
- Civil engineeringStudying environmental engineering
- Civil engineeringPart C. Civil engineering knowledge and application
- Environmental engineeringEnvironmental engineering technical electives