Importance of the mining industry. Definition of mining companies, roles and responsibilities of mining engineers. Mining Regulations. Financial analysis of mining projects. Physical and economic characteristics of orebodies and criteria to go into production. Typical operations: drilling, blasting
and transport. Surface and underground mining methods: characteristics, selection and equipment used. Basics of minerallurgy. Environment and mine waste management.
- Responsable du site: Richard Simon
- Enseignant (éditeur): Sylvie Poirier