Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MMD206 |
| Name | Underground Mining Methods |
| Term | 2016-2017 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ÖZEN KILIÇ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To introduce the underground mining operations, main principles of underground mining, application fields and conditions, and understand the parameters that influence the choice of production method, giving ability to make the selection of production method.
Course Content
Introduction and descriptions/ Classification of underground mining methods, American and German Classifications/ Longwall methods; longwal, Rill Stopes , planning of longwall methods/ Shortwall Methods; shrinkage stoping, underhand open stoping/ Pillar methods, piller caving, piller mining with filling, top slicing, sub-lavel caving/ Chamber methods, chamber mining, breast stoping, room and pillar method, sub-level stoping, Mitchell slicing, planning of chamber methods/ Factors affecting the choice of production method / Other mining methods/ Stowing methods/ Examples of under ground mining in Turkey.
Course Precondition
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Resources
Notes
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns about underground mining methods. |
| LO02 | Devolops the necessary understanding to imagine underground mining operations in 3D. |
| LO03 | Gains the ability to choose best production option. |
| LO04 | Has an understanding of solving the possible safety problems according to occupational health and safety regulations and taking the necessary precautions for the future. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches | |
| PLO02 | - | Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions | |
| PLO03 | - | Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems | |
| PLO04 | - | Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. | |
| PLO05 | - | Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly | |
| PLO06 | - | Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. | |
| PLO07 | - | Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. | |
| PLO08 | - | Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves | |
| PLO09 | - | Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. | |
| PLO10 | - | Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. | |
| PLO11 | - | Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. | |
| PLO12 | - | Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. | |
| PLO13 | - | Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. | |
| PLO14 | - | Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO15 | - | Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. | |
| PLO16 | - | Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction ,Video / Slide show | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 2 | Investigation of Factors Influencing the Selection of Production Method | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 3 | General Definitions Related to Underground Mining Methods, Production Methods and Classification | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 4 | Long Excavation Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 5 | Longwall Method | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 6 | Diagonal Foot Method | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 7 | Narrow Excavation Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 8 | Midterm | ||
| 9 | Heel Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 10 | Room Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 11 | block Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 12 | Special Production Methods | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 13 | Fill Operations | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 14 | Production Methods Applied in Turkey | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 15 | Production Methods Applied in Turkey | Lecture notes and literature references cited | |
| 16 | Final exam | ||
| 17 | Final exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 6 | 84 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 144 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,76 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||