Surface Mining Technology

Surface mining is the most popular mining technology. However, it is being challenged due to dearth of near surface deposits and socio-environmental constraints. With the invention of large scale equipment, innovative technologies and strategic planning surface mining can be carried out at a larger depth also with profit. Basic knowledge of surface mining is thus important for the mining engineers. This course is thus designed to provide the basic surface mining technology to the students.INTENDED AUDIENCE : UG and PG Mining Engineering students.PREREQUISITES : NIL.INDUSTRIES SUPPORT : All mining companies including CIL, SAIL, NALCO, HZL,HCL, CEMENT SECTORS etc.

Week 1:Introduction to Surface Mining, Current status and challenges, Understanding rocks, minerals and depositsWeek 2:Cut off grade, Surface mining phases and surface mining systems, Surface mining Excavations and unit operationsWeek 3:Drilling and blasting for surface minesWeek 4:Shovel and dumper operation for surface mining excavationsWeek 5:Operation of Dozer and draglineWeek 6:Operation of continuous surface minerWeek 7:Operation of bucket wheel excavator and bucket chain excavatorWeek 8:Transportation system for surface mines and expit transportationWeek 9:Design and maintenance of haul roadsWeek 10:Stability assessment of pit slopes and dump designsWeek 11:Sea bed mining, dimensional stone miningWeek 12:Safety Environment and mine closure