Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the principles of feasibility studies for mining projects. Students will be able to develop in this course skills in optimal mine design, production scheduling, equipment selection, cost estimation and project evaluation, as well as the preparation of a mine pre-feasibility study document.
- Pit Optimisation
- Mine Design And Reserve Estimation
- Financial Technical Model
Course learning outcomes
- Conduct mine design and planning, taking into account: Orebody and resource models, Mine optimisation using proper geometrical, geotechnical and economic parameters, Mine layout, Production scheduling, Equipment selection, Geotechnical and ventilation designs, Social and environmental impacts of mining
- Perform mine development planning, production scheduling and equipment selection
- Conduct economic evaluations and risk assessment of mining projects
- Operate effectively mine design/planning and optimisation software packages
- Manage projects with professional team building, communication, conflict resolution and problem solving skills
- Advance written and oral communication skills
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 28134
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 20752
Section WS01
Size 40
Available 40
Class number 30383
Section LE01
Size 200
Available 200
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