MinE 403
Mine Design Project II
Description
Second phase of a dynamic scenario-based mine feasibility study from exploration through operations to final mine closure plan. This course follows MIN E 402 with detailed mine plans and equipment selection, manpower, ventilation, processing, environment and economic analyses. Prepare regular team reports and presentations. Present findings during an industry seminar. Weekly seminars with instructor and industry experts.Prerequisite: MIN E 402. Note: Restricted to fourth-year traditional and fifth-year co-op engineering students.
Learning Outcomes
- Assess the feasibility of a mining project with consideration to: Data analysis and interpretation, Mine layout design, Development and production planning/scheduling/Staffing, Equipment selection, Geotechnical, technical, environmental and economical factors, Ventilation, Processing, Economical factors including mining costs, commodity market, etc., Social and environmental impact, Project risk analysis, Mine closure/rehabilitation.- Operate effectively mine design and optimization software packages.
- Demonstrate team skills in the management of a project work.
- Demonstrate advanced written and oral communication skills.
| Lecture | Seminar | Lab | Credits | Total AU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1/1 | 6/1 | 4.5 | 56.7 |
| M % | NS % | CS % | ES % | ED % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
None defined
- Design
- Communication skills
- Professionalism
Undergraduate Program(s)
| 2026/2027 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2025/2026 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2024/2025 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2023/2024 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2022/2023 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2021/2022 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2020/2021 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
| 2019/2020 - Winter - Mining - Year 5 |
Sections & Respective Instructors
| B1 - 2026/2027 - Winter - Hunter Dunn |
| B1 - 2025/2026 - Winter - Hunter Dunn |
| B1 - 2024/2025 - Winter - Hunter Dunn |
| B1 - 2023/2024 - Winter - Yashar Pourrahimian |
| B1 - 2022/2023 - Winter - Yashar Pourrahimian |
| B1 - 2021/2022 - Winter - Yashar Pourrahimian |
| B1 - 2020/2021 - Winter - Yashar Pourrahimian |
| B1 - 2019/2020 - Winter - Yashar Pourrahimian |