Module code | PMY 410 |
Qualification | Undergraduate |
Faculty | Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology |
Module content | Specific mining techniques. Shafts: Types, methods and equipment for sinking; economic considerations. Tunneling: Design, development techniques and equipment. Design and construction of large excavation. Design, construction, reinforcing and repair of ore passes. Fires in gold and coal mines: Causes, prevention, detection, combating and insurance. Flooding: Water sources, results, dangers, sealing and control. |
Module credits | 16.00 |
NQF Level | 08 |
Programmes | |
Prerequisites | PRX 321, PME 320, PMY 320, Finalists only |
Contact time | 1 tutorial per week, 2 practicals per week, 3 lectures per week |
Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
Department | Mining Engineering |
Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
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