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Unit Overview

Description

The aim in this unit is to provide students with the capability to select and evaluate the appropriate underground mining method, together with its associated equipment, services and infrastructure, for a given deposit. To achieve this, a systems-approach is implemented to the principles, design and application of the major underground mining methods, such as sublevel stoping, cut-and-fill mining, narrow vein mining, and caving methods.

During the semester, there may be a field trip to some underground mines if the conditions allow it. This trip is likely to last a few days, during the semester study break. Accommodation and food costs are borne by the students, and students must sign a student code of conduct before attending and observe health and safety instructions.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 core unit in the Mining Engineering major sequence
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) select mining methods appropriate to specific types of deposits; (2) appraise mining methods with respect to productivity, safety, efficiency, risks and sustainability; (3) describe major mining methods and their related equipment, supporting infrastructure, performance drivers, and constraints; (4) apply the system approach principles to a mining operation; (5) demonstrate awareness of the major technological trends in mining methods and equipment; and (6) identify major problems associated with underground mining and use systematic methods to resolve them.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) individual assignment; (2) group assignment; and (3) a final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Mehmet Cigla
Unit rules
Prerequisites
MINE2001 Fundamentals of Mining Engineering
and Enrolment in
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated Combined Degree
Incompatibility
MINE4401 Underground Mining 1
Incidental fees
Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available here or contact your Faculty Office).
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):
Field Trip (estimated cost - $50 per night (2-3nights)).
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  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.