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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>Topics may include: Setting up a new mine. Optimal selection of an underground production system. Mining methods, infrastructure requirements and impact on mine service requirements. 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>Topics may include: Setting up a new mine. Optimal selection of an underground production system. Mining methods, infrastructure requirements and impact on mine service requirements. 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:
030303 - Mining Engineering
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engpg9411">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed ENMIN5130 OR</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>Recall commonly used underground mining methods.</p>
K2
<p>Discuss key parameters/factors used in determining which underground mining system should be used.</p>
K3
<p>Analyse profitability of underground mining on various scales</p>
K4
<p>Account for the major equipment and major development requirements for each underground mining method.</p>
S1
<p>Appraise, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and identify and provide solutions to complex underground mining problems.</p>
S2
<p>Compare technically feasible mining methods for a mineral deposit.</p>
S3
<p>Select appropriate tools, which may include computer software, to solve problems in underground mining.</p>
S4
<p>Select major equipment and major mine developments required for the commonly used mining methods.</p>
A1
<p>Assess a mineral deposit and recommend technical feasible mining methods.</p>
A2
<p>Plan and design an underground mining project.</p>
Assessment
Learning Tasks and 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, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1
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<p>Numerical questions and design</p>
<p>Assignment Report</p>
<p>20 - 40%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, S4, A1
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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
Supplementary 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:
030303 - Mining Engineering
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engpg9411">View unit fees</a>
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