Course Outline

Istanbul, Turkey | October 2-4, 2019

2D-3D Numerical Modeling Workshop Software Used

in Geomechanics
RS2
2D Finite Element Method
Module I: Introduction to Numerical Modeling for Geotechnical
Problems (RocData) RS3
3D Finite Element Method
• Overview of Soil and Rock Mechanics
• Classical Failure Criteria (Mohr – Coulomb, Generalized Hoek Brown) Slide2
• Advanced Failure Criteria and Constitutive Relations (Hardening Soil Model, 2D Limit Equilibrium Analysis of Slope Stability
Strain Softening and Cap Models)
• Drained and Undrained Models Slide3
3D Limit Equilibrium Analysis of Slope Stability
Module II: Deep Excavation Design and 2D Support Analysis
Tools (RS2) RocData
• Model Development (Construction of Geometry, Meshing, Loads and Boundary Rock, Soil, & Discontinuity Strength Analysis
Conditions, Analysis Options)
• 2D Deep Excavation Model Generation with Struts and Prestressed Ground Settle
Anchors Settlement & Consolidation Analysis
• Models Using Advanced Constitutive Relations
• Interpretation of Results

Module III: Deep Excavation Design and 3D Support Analysis Location

Tools (RS3) Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
Harbiye Mahallesi, Cumhuriyet Cd. No:50,
• Hands on Model Building With RS3: Geometry Import, Defining Pore Pressures 34367 Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey
• Geometry and Subsurface Lithology Effects
• Interpretation of Results, Comparison With RS2 Models Fees
Registration Fee €680
Module IV: 2D and 3D Slope Stability Analysis Using the Shear Early Bird Offer - 10% discount (ends May 31st, 2019)
Strength Reduction Method (Slide2, Slide3, RS2, RS3) 10% discount for those with maintenance plan.
Note - Only one offer will apply in case of
• Application of FEM to Slope Stability Analysis participants who are eligible for both offers.
• Shear Strength Reduction Approach
• Comparison with Limit Equilibrium Based Models
• Case Studies Register by email: software@geodestek.com

Module V: Groundwater and Consolidation Analysis (1-D Register online: geodestek.com/courses/2019

Consolidation Analysis) (Settle)
• Overview of Terzaghi’s 1-D Consolidation Theory
• Modeling Raft Foundation Settlements Using Settle
• Ground Improvement Options
• Interpretation of Results

Module VI: Groundwater and Consolidation Analysis, FE Based

Deep Foundation Design (RS2)
• Permeability Functions
• Boundary Condition Definitions
• Consolidation Analysis
• Hands on Deep Foundation Design for Settlement Control

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Module VII: 3D-Deep Foundation Analysis (RS3) Software Used

• Hands on Session on 3D Model Generation Using RS3
• Geometry and Subsurface Lithology Effects RS2
• Interpretation of Results, Comparison With RS2 Models 2D Finite Element Method
Module VIII: Special Session on Geotechnical Instrumentation RS3
and Monitoring 3D Finite Element Method

• The Need for Designing a Proper Instrumentation Plan in Geotechnical Slide2

Engineering Projects 2D Limit Equilibrium Analysis of Slope Stability
• Contact Instrumentation Methods and Devices, Impact of Parameter
Estimation on Numerical Model Results: Presentation of Case Studies Slide3
• Remote Monitoring Techniques: How Rocscience Products Seamlessly Blend 3D Limit Equilibrium Analysis of Slope Stability
Remote Monitoring Data with Numerical Modeling Tools

Module IX: Numerical Modeling of Underground Excavations: RocData

Basics of Tunnelling Rock, Soil, & Discontinuity Strength Analysis

• Selection of Design Parameters, Overview of Empirical Methods for Support Settle

Pattern Estimation Settlement & Consolidation Analysis
• Preliminary Assessment Tools for Modeling Underground
Excavations (RocData)

Module X: 2D FE Modeling of Tunnels (RS2) Location

Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
• Hands-on Step by Step Model Development: Journey from Basic Underground Harbiye Mahallesi, Cumhuriyet Cd. No:50,
Openings to Double Tube Transportation Tunnels with Advanced Support 34367 Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey
Systems
• Definition of Forepoles, Liners and Bolts
• Interpretation of Results
Fees
Registration Fee €680
Module XI: Advanced Numerical Modeling Options for Early Bird Fee 10% discount (ends May 31st, 2019)
10% discount for those with maintenance plan.
Tunneling and Slope Stability (RS2) Note - Only one offer will apply in case of
• Implicit and Explicit Definition of Rock Joints, Joint Networks participants who are eligible for both offers.
• Effects of Joint Modeling and Anisotropy on Slope Stability Assessment
• Effects of Joint Networks on Structural Design Demands of Tunnel Sections
Register by email: software@geodestek.com
Module XII: 3D Modeling of Underground Openings (RS3)
Register online: geodestek.com/courses/2019
• 3D Modeling of Shaft – Tunnel Axis Intersection: Basic Hands on Example
• 3D Numerical Modeling of Underground Openings for Gallery Mining

Lecturer Thamer Yacoub, Ph.D., P.Eng., President of Rocscience

Dr. Thamer Yacoub, P.Eng. is the president of Rocscience. He has more than 25 years of experience in geomechanics numerical
modelling. Dr. Yacoub has a wide experience in several numerical modelling applications that cover various topics such as slope
stability analysis, settlement and foundation analysis, surface and underground stress analysis.
Dr. Yacoub received his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Civil Engineering in 1986 and 1990 from the University of Baghdad in Iraq.
He then obtained his Ph.D. degree in numerical geomechanics from the University of Toronto, Canada in 1999. Thereafter Dr. Yacoub
joined Rocscience Inc. as a geomechanics specialist in 1999.
Dr. Yacoub was involved in developing the boundary element engine for Examine3D program and the finite element engine for RS2
software and Slide. He also has an extensive experience in fluid flow analysis and developed the groundwater engine for Slide and RS2
software.
Dr. Yacoub developed and taught many Rocscience workshops and seminars. He presented these courses and seminars North and
South America, the Middle East, Australia and Asia. He also taught several numerical modelling courses for graduate level students
around the world.

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Lecturer Kemal Önder Çetin, Professor, Middle East Technical University Department of Civil Engineering
As part of his Ph.D. research studies, Prof. Çetin has researched on seismic soil liquefaction triggering response of fully saturated
cohesionless soils. The manuscript, which presents the proposed triggering relationship, received the “Thomas A. Middlebrooks
Outstanding Professional Accomplishment Award”offered by ASCE Geo-Institute in 2006. Currently, involved in research projects in the
area of experimental and theoretical soil mechanics and foundation engineering, Prof. Çetin has supervised numerous MSc. and Ph.D.
research studies. His research publications exceeding a total of 100 mansucripts and conference papers has received over 200
references. He continues to serve happily and enthusiastically the engineering community as a referee, lecturer, consultant, and
researcher.

Lecturer Anıl Yunatcı, Ph.D., GeoDestek Ltd. Şti.

Dr. Anıl Yunatcı is a senior geotechnical engineer at GeoDestek Ltd. Şti. He has built experience in the field of geotechnical earthquake
engineering, seismic hazard assessment, numerical modeling, geotechnical monitoring and soil investigation studies over 19 years.
Dr. Yunatcı received his Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering in 1999 from Gazi University in Turkey. He then obtained his Masters and
Ph.D.degree in geotechnical engineering from Middle East Technical University, Turkey in 2010. He has been in charge of organizing
and developing numerous customized Rocscience courses and workshop events nationwide over the past two years. Within
GeoDestek, he has been participating as a co-lecturer in Rocscience oriented numerical modeling courses since 2013.

Lecturer H. Tolga Bilge, Ph.D., MBA, GeoDestek Ltd. Şti.

Dr. H. Tolga Bilge is working as a senior geotechnical engineer at GeoDestek Ltd. Şti. He has more than 15 years of experience in the
field of geotechnical earthquake engineering, numerical modeling, design of geo-structures (including shallow / deep foundations,
deep excavation support, ground improvement and landslide rehabilitation systems), seismic hazard assessment and experimental soil
behavior.
Dr. Bilge received his Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering in 2002 from Middle East Technical University in Turkey. He then obtained
his his Masters and Ph.D. degree in geotechnical engineering from Middle East Technical University, Turkey in 2005 and 2010,
respectively.
Within GeoDestek, Dr. Bilge has been actively participating into RocScience courses and workshop events offered in Turkey since
2011, and enthusiastically shares his experience with geotechnical engineering community.

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