Subject description
Surface mining operations; strip mining of bedded deposits, surface mining of massive deposits, quarrying. Environmental impacts of surface mining; restoration of mine sites; environmental impact assessment. Loading and transport of rocks and minerals. Drilling and blasting. Classification of explosives used in mines. Properties of explosives. Theories of detonation and blasting. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
MINE911 - Studies in Surface Mining
MINE311 - Surface Mining Methods
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Teaching staff
Subject coordinators
Lecturers
Engagement hours
Contact Hours:2 hr lecture and 4 hr computer lab
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Understand how different types of blasting accessories work.
2.
Design blasting patterns for different mining conditions.
3.
Understand different material handling systems for surface mine operations.
4.
Be familiar with different types of surface mining operations.
Assessment details
In-session Quizzes
Group Assignments
Surface Mining Practice Module - Final Exam
Explosives and Blasting Module - Final Exam
Class Participation
Work integrated learning
Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.