MAD 111 - Introduction to Mining Engineering

Course Objectives

Mining engineering education at ITU. Fields of study of mining engineering. Exploration of mineral deposits such as coal, ores, minerals and natural stones. Open-pit mining. Underground mining. Ore-coal-mineral enrichment. rock mechanics. Drilling. Blasting. Mechanized excavation in mines and tunnels. Fortification in mines and tunnels. Ventilation and safety in mines. Transport in the mines. Cement production technology. Environment and mine closure.

Course Description

Mining engineering education at ITU. Fields of study of mining engineering. Exploration of mineral deposits such as coal, ores, minerals and natural stones. Open-pit mining. Underground mining. Ore-coal-mineral enrichment. rock mechanics. Drilling. Blasting. Mechanized excavation in mines and tunnels. Fortification in mines and tunnels. Ventilation and safety in mines. Transport in the mines. Cement production technology. Environment and mine closure.