MNE538

036557

Understand and apply concepts and problem-solving methods for the design of underground facilities, and operation of underground mines for ores, evaporites, and coal. Topics will include design and layout of excavations, including adits, shafts and slopes, stopes, undercuts and vehicular roadways; mining methods for various geological conditions, sequence of operations (cyclic and continuous), basic design of mine services and equipment selection including ventilation, material-handling, hoisting, electric distribution and dewatering. Safety considerations will be paramount. At the conclusion of the course, participants will be able to select a mining method based on geologic conditions, and perform mine layout, equipment selection and services determination for a target underground production rate. Graduate-level requirements include a Critical Topic Analysis worth 15% of grade.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Graduate

Knowledge of mining methods and equipment or consent of instructor is recommended for students.

MNE438