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MINE 344 Underground Mining Units: 4.00
A study of underground mining technology with special reference to economic optimization in both design and production. Conventional and up to date mining methods are reviewed. Developments and trends in mining methods are closely analyzed. Mine design is studied in relation to ore reserves, tonnage and grade distribution, equipment with emphasis on the growing importance of maintenance on underground machinery and capacities of various production units. Development and production costs associated with mining are an inherent aspect of this course. The problems and possibilities of existing and evolving mining techniques are reviewed.
(Lec: 3, Lab: 0, Tut: 1)
(Lec: 3, Lab: 0, Tut: 1)
Requirements: Prerequisites: MINE 201
Corequisites:
Exclusions:
Offering Term: W
CEAB Units:
Mathematics 0
Natural Sciences 12
Complementary Studies 0
Engineering Science 24
Engineering Design 12
Offering Faculty: Smith Engineering
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Design production areas and supporting infrastructure for common underground mining methods.
- Select appropriate underground mining method considering, geology, ore body, topography, and economy.
- Plan operational aspects of executing an underground mine plan.
- Study and design of various underground excavation and support technologies considering the ground condition.
- Use various analytical, empirical, and numerical design methods to study the stability of underground excavations and design the required support.
- Demonstrate capability to clearly summarize and articulate technical information.