This unit covers detailed stoping methods, mine planning, equipment selections, organisational structure, cost estimates, mine fill, mine safety, production scheduling, production management, roles and responsibilities, environmental considerations, mine closure and use of appropriate planning tools, and ventilation (fumes, dust, heat sources, fan types and cooling systems). Mine design software may be used during tutorials and assignments. -- Course Website
Instructor: Professor Richard Durham
Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Professional Engineering; for pre-2012 courses: MINE3162 Underground Mining 1 or MINE4401 Underground Mining 1
