MINE488 : Computer Applications

Department

Department of Mining Engineering

Academic Program

Bachelor in Mining Engineering

Type

Compulsory

Credits

03

Prerequisite

GS200

Overview

Introduction, computer-based analysis of geosciences data-mine development planning to satisfy ventilation and transportation requirements, applications related to rock mechanics, surface mine, ore reserve calculations, mineral processing and environments subjects, specialized mining software.

Intended learning outcomes

a . Knowledge and understanding.

The student understands the analysis of geosciences data using computers.

A1

That the student list the software related to the stability of inclinations and rock mechanics.

A2

That the student use the computer in planning and developing surface mines.

A3

That the student remembers the software related to calculating the reserve and preparing raw materials.

A4

That the student remembers the software related to calculating the reserve and preparing raw materials.

A5

b. Mental skills:

The student analyzes geosciences data using the computer.

B1

That the student deduces the best ways to plan and develop the mine for ventilation.

B2

That the student analyzes problems of slope stability and rock mechanics using software

B3

That the student relates to mine development and environmental issues.

B4

The student compares the simulation of ventilation planning with the required air quantity.

B5

c. Academic and professional skills

The student uses the computer to simulate mine problems.

C1

That the student distinguish between software related to mining engineering.

C2

That the student uses a number of software in stabilizing slopes and surface mines.

C3

that the student draws plans for mines using the computer.

C4

The student should design a computer program for ventilation of mines and blasting networks.

C5

d. General skills:

The student should be able to communicate, written and oral.

D1

The student should be able to use modern technology.

D2

The student should be able to work in groups.

D3

The student should be able to use some software proficiently.

D4

The student should be able to manage time.

D5

Teaching and learning methods

1- Lectures.

2- Research and quarterly reports.

3- labs.

4- Seminars and presentations.

5- Projects.

Methods of assessments

Notes

Percentage

Evaluation Date

Evaluation Methods

M

20

midterm exam

1

50

final exam

2

15

practical exam

3

15

oral exam

4

100%

Total

lab

lectue

number of hours

Scientific subject

2

3

5

Introduction to the use of computers

2

3

5

Analyzing geosciences data using computers

2

2

4

Planning and development of mines for ventilation and transportation

2

3

5

Inclination stability software application

2

3

5

Surface mining software application

2

2

2

Ores reserves account

2

3

2

Tunneling engineering software application

1

3

1

Mine ventilation software application

1

2

1

Application of environmental software