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<p>This unit introduces the principles and practices of underground mining methods used for the extraction of ore bodies at depth. It explores the selection, design, and operation of key underground mining systems, including self-supported open stoping methods, cut-and-fill methods, and caving methods. Emphasis is placed on orebody characterization, mining method selection, mining production design and implementation, access development, ground support, drainage control, ventilation, equipment selection, and material handling systems (including hoisting and transportation). Through a combination of theoretical content and applied assessments, students will develop the ability to evaluate the suitability of various mining methods for specific mineral deposits, considering geotechnical, economic, and environmental factors.</p>
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<p>•Mining and the economy</p>
<p>•Setting up a new mine</p>
<p>•Social, political and environmental issues</p>
<p>•Selecting an underground production system</p>
<p>•Dilution and recovery</p>
<p>•Mining methods</p>
<p>•Hoisting and transport</p>
<p>•Loading and hauling</p>
<p>•Mining methods resource requirements</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit introduces the principles and practices of underground mining methods used for the extraction of ore bodies at depth. It explores the selection, design, and operation of key underground mining systems, including self-supported open stoping methods, cut-and-fill methods, and caving methods. Emphasis is placed on orebody characterization, mining method selection, mining production design and implementation, access development, ground support, drainage control, ventilation, equipment selection, and material handling systems (including hoisting and transportation). Through a combination of theoretical content and applied assessments, students will develop the ability to evaluate the suitability of various mining methods for specific mineral deposits, considering geotechnical, economic, and environmental factors.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Mining and the economy</p> <p>•Setting up a new mine</p> <p>•Social, political and environmental issues</p> <p>•Selecting an underground production system</p> <p>•Dilution and recovery</p> <p>•Mining methods</p> <p>•Hoisting and transport</p> <p>•Loading and hauling</p> <p>•Mining methods resource requirements</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg3403">030303 - Mining Engineering</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning (Online)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=ENGRG2403" target="_blank">ENGRG2403</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed ENGIN3501</p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Select the parameters used in determining which underground mining system should be used</p>
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<p>Recognize the effect of mining recovery and dilution rates on profitability and their relationships</p>
K3
<p>Understand mine hoisting and transport systems in underground mining and development</p>
K4
<p>Identify the resources required for common underground mining methods</p>
S1
<p>Select the best mining system for an ore deposit</p>
S2
<p>Select appropriate tools to generate simple plans and sections of mine development</p>
S3
<p>Evaluate profitability of mining at various scales</p>
S4
<p>Select equipment for underground hoisting and transport systems</p>
A1
<p>Synthesize knowledge and develop solutions to underground mining in a range of technical or management functions in varied specialized contexts</p>
A2
<p>Plan and design an underground mining project</p>
Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
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<p>Mining method selection and justification for given mineral deposits</p>
<p>Analytical Report</p>
<p>10 - 20%</p>
K1, K2, S1, S3, A1
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<p>Numerical questions and designs </p>
<p>Assignment Report</p>
<p>20 - 40%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Final Test/Examination </p>
<p>Oral Examination of Design project</p>
<p>40 - 60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg3403">030303 - Mining Engineering</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning (Online)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Disclaimer
<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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