Study program:
Mine Surveying (X semester -MsC)
Surface Mining of Mineral Deposits (X semester -MsC) |
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Name of subject: Surface Mining Systems |
Instructors:
Prof. Dejan Stevanović, Prof. Mirjana Banković |
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Status: Compulsory |
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ECTS: 6 |
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Prerequisites: Completed course of Surface Mining Transportation Systems, Surface mining equipment and Surface mining technology. |
Course Objectives:
The objective of this course is to teach the students about mining methods, surface mining systems and principles of system selection. |
Learning Outcomes:
Successful completion of the course should enable the students to:
-Successfully select equipment,
-Harmonize the technical and technological parameters of the equipment in the system,
-Implement system dimensioning methods. |
Content:
Theory teaching
In theory classes, students will learn about:
-System classification;
-Elements of the mining systems and system technical characteristics,
-Conditions for application of the system in surface mining;
-Selection of equipment in systems and system design and harmonization of equipment in the system;
-Technical-technological and economic aspects of system implementation;
-Economic evaluation of the exploitation system Practical teaching
Students solve problems related to selection and dimensioning of surface mining systems in form of individual and group mining project. |
Suggested Reading List:
- Božo Kolonja, Transport na površinskim kopovima, RGF, 2008
- Borović R., 2003: Ciklični i kombinovani transport na površinskim kopovima, Velarta Beograd
- SME Mining Engineering Handbook, 1990
- Mining equipment and systems, J.M. Czaplicki, CRC Press, 2010.
- Crowford, J.T., and Hustrulid, W.A., " Open Pit Mine Planning and Design", 1979.
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Conduct of the Course:
Theoretical lectures and practical exercises, usage of modern mining software (Helix Delta_T, Talpac, Surpac, Minex, Whittle). |
Fund hours:
| Lectures |
Exercises |
Other forms of teaching |
Study research |
| 2 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
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Assessment:
| Final Exam |
ECTS |
| Oral Exam | 35 | | Written exam | 25 |
| Classwork Assessment |
ECTS |
| Class Participationа | 20 | | Practical Classes | 20 |
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Additional Assessment Criteria: - |
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