Properties of rocks and rock masses; Influence of weathering and discontinuities on behaviour; Description and classification of rock masses; Groundwater; Block theory in rock engineering; Stress analysis; Exploration and investigation; Laboratory testing of rocks; Geophysical investigation; Monitoring and instrumentation; Slope stability; Settlement and bearing capacity; Subsidence; Seismic movements; Groundwater control; Ground freezing; Grouting; Reinforcement; Ground anchors; Foundations; Drilling and blasting; Tunnelling; Underground chambers; Shafts and raises; Open excavation in rock masses; Retaining structures for rock masses.