This course provides a comprehensive understanding of mining systems that are used in the underground and surface coal mining sector. History, significance and characteristics of the global and the Australian mining industry. Detailed descriptions and selection criteria for various coal mining methods including surface and underground techniques.
Introductory mine planning and scheduling. Focus will be on the examination of the core risk of each mining method including safety, environmental and economic. Case studies are a feature of the course.
On completion of this course the student should be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of mining techniques used in the Australian coal mining industry and be able to apply that knowledge to enable the safe, economic and responsible recovery of ores from any type of coal deposit.
NB: Site visits and industry lectures are a requirement of the course and may involve additional expense.