This short mining course covers the basics and key elements of Open Pit Mine Planning and Mine Design starting at the geological resource model, through to the reserve statement and including all aspects of the value chain.

Additionally, this unique course enables you to learn the basic theory of open pit mine design and the application thereof, whilst having the chance to interact with experts in the field. The course is comprehensive and is based on both the undergraduate and postgraduate Surface Mine Design Engineering courses presented in the Mining Engineering degree programmes at the University of Pretoria.

COURSE DATE:

29 May - 02 June 2017

COURSE FEES:

R 16 450.00 per delegate (VAT incl.)

WHAT THE COURSE COVERS:

The value chain incorporated into the course consists of the following topics:

• Geological Resource, drill samples, Ore Body Models and Block Modelling
• Pit optimization
• Physical Pit design
• Equipment optimization and requirements
• Production schedule
• Mining Cost Modelling, Mining Capex and Opex
• Reserve statement

Sub-topics, incorporated into the value chain, discussed during the course will include the following:

• Key factors to consider in pit design and design criteria
• Modelling techniques and calibration
• Drilling and blasting for stable pit walls
• Mine water risk in slope stability
• Monitoring and maintaining open pit slopes
• Assessing the risks with open pit mining

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Prospective delegates should at least have:

• a tertiary mining qualification
• an understanding of the mine layout, and
• 4 years work experience or prior mining work experience.

WHO SHOULD ENROL?

• Mining Engineers
• Planning Engineers
• Geo-technical Engineers
• Surveyors
• Drill and Blast Engineers
• Mine Managers
• Operation Managers
• Auditors

View a PDF of the course outline here.

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