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Advanced Mechanics of Solids (MINN7010A)

Applications accepted until
12 January 2026
Short Course Coordinator:
Sanele Mbambo
Accreditation:
Certificate of Competence
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Course dates
26 January 2026 - 30 January 2026
Applications close
12 January 2026
Overview
This course introduces students to the mechanics of deformable bodies with a focus on the theory of elasticity and stress-strain relationships in rock mechanics. Students will learn to evaluate stress fields in two and three dimensions, calculate principal stresses, and apply energy methods to determine elastic deformations. Topics include equilibrium and compatibility equations, constitutive relations, and behavior of non-elastic and granular materials. Practical applications in excavation design and stability are explored. This course is ideal for students in mining, civil, or geotechnical engineering fields. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
Duration
16 Weeks
Format
Daily lectures (8:30-16:30) for 1 week
Pricing
VAT Incl. = R25,400.00

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    The course content addresses the following topics:


    • Analysis of stresses and strains in three dimensions
    • Basic equations of compatibility and equilibrium
    • Constitutive relations, energy of deformation, and elastic materials
    • Methods for solving the basic equations of elasticity
    • Equations describing the behaviour of granular materials and problems of non-elastic material deformations
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