Subject description
Gases in mines - firedamp emission and control, layering of mine gases. Spontaneous combustion. Dust and dust suppression. Fires and explosions. Measurement and control of noise. Rescue and recovery. Government regulations - coal and metalliferous mine regulations and acts, occupational health and safety act. Legal aspects of mining lease and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Pre-Requisite
Equivalence
MINE961 - Advanced Mining Safety
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Engagement hours
Contact Hours:2x2 hr lecture/tutorials
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Appreciate Government regulations regarding coal and metalliferous mine safety.
2.
Understand the legal responsibility of mining engineers.
3.
Appreciate welfare, ethical and safety aspects of mining industry.
4.
Understand the potentially lethal dangers associated with airborne contaminants in the underground environment.
5.
Demonstrate a knowledge of how to control air quality in the underground environment.
Assessment details
Assignments
Mid-session exam
End-of-session exam
Work integrated learning
Applied WIL:This subject has "Applied WIL". Students in this subject will experience both coursework and a work-related opportunity that typically includes interaction and feedback with industry.
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.