This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in learning about rock bolts used for rock reinforcement in the construction of underground structures such as tunnels and dams. Here is what is discussed: 1. DESIGN OF ROCK REINFORCEMENT, 2. DESIGN PROCEDURE, 3. BASIC CHARACTERISTICS OF SOUND DESIGNS, 4. EMPIRICAL GUIDELINES FOR SOUND DESIGNS, 5. ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES FOR ROCK REINFORCEMENT DESIGN