MEM 464 Mine Design and Feasibility Study

Credits: (0-4) 4

A complete mine feasibility study conducted as a senior design project. Students will have a choice of designing one of the following: a surface or underground coal mine, a quarry, a surface or underground hard rock metal mine, or a sub-surface underground space (tunneling, large excavations, industrial/environmental underground storage site, or underground science laboratory). A comprehensive study of principles and practices involved in developing an ore deposit (surface or underground) starting with drill hole data following through with a complete feasibility study (based on financial returns on investment and sensitivity analysis) covering ore reserve calculations, and selection of mining methods and equipment. Computerized approach will be an integral part of the course: SurvCADD software and Vulcan software are available to use. In addition to a computerized model of the mine, a final written report and presentation in front of the class will be required.

Pre or Corequisites: MEM 302, MEM 304/304L, MEM 401/401L and senior standing.

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