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MINE 321 Drilling & Blasting Units: 4.50
This course deals with the principles of commercial explosives technology and the application of blasting in mining and construction. The planning, design, economic considerations and trends of drilling and blasting practices in the different segments of the mining and construction industries are considered. Topics covered are detonation theory, performance and sensitivity of explosives, fragmentation prediction measurement and control, vibrations from blasting, air blast, damage and special blasting techniques used in perimeter blasting and blast design methods.
(Lec: 3, Lab: 1.5, Tut: 0)
(Lec: 3, Lab: 1.5, Tut: 0)
Offering Term: F
CEAB Units:
Mathematics 0
Natural Sciences 14
Complementary Studies 0
Engineering Science 25
Engineering Design 15
Offering Faculty: Smith Engineering
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Determine explosive parameters required in blasting and analyze parameters affecting them.
- Use proper mathematical descriptions (functions, models, statistical relations) to describe drilling and blasting parameters and calculate the results of blasting (fragmentation, vibration, air blast and damage) while acknowledging possible limitations.
- Select appropriate methods and techniques to implement theoretical knowledge in the field.
- Design blasts in mines, quarries and construction sites making necessary assumptions.
- Select appropriate experimental methods monitor blasting parameters and analyze and interpret results obtained in the field or laboratory.
- Manage and control environmental impacts (vibration, air blast, dust) and damage.
- Minimize health and safety risks associated with the use of explosives and blasting.
- Communicate the results of experimentation accurately, using proper technical terminology.