What's it about?
This course will provide an overview of the different phases involved in the mining process.
What's involved?
MODULE 1THE MINING PROCESS
| 9 videos, 8 quizzes, 1 assessment | 29 May - 4 Jun |
MODULE 2MINING GEOMECHANICS
| 10 videos, 9 quizzes, 1 assessment | 5 Jun - 11 Jun |
MODULE 3SURFACE MINING
| 10 videos, 9 quizzes, 1 assessment | 12 Jun - 18 Jun |
MODULE 4UNDERGROUND MINING
| 10 videos, 9 quizzes, 1 assessment | 19 Jun - 25 Jun |
What will I learn?
- The steps in the mining process from mineral exploration to closure
- Fundamentals of Rock Mechanics. That is, stress-strain, rock strength, effect of discontinuities, rock testing, stress in the ground and instabilities
- Fundamentals of surface and underground mining including terminology, types of operations, economics and safety
This course requires approximately 2 - 4 hours of study per week, but can vary depending on the student. This includes watching videos, and taking quizzes and assessments. The total video time for this course is approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes.
If you pass this course you'll receive a Certificate of Achievement. While this certificate isn't a formal qualification or credit, you can use it to demonstrate your interest in learning about this area to potential employers or educational institutions.
Where to from here?
If you love this course, why not take your studies further? Here are some accredited qualifications that could help you achieve your goals.
UNDERGRADUATE
Where could this lead me?
If you're wondering what your future could look like in this area, here are some potential careers you could head towards.
- Civil Engineer
- Mining Engineer
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