Introduction to the mining life cycle and the design, planning, operation, and closure of mining systems, with a focus on mining methods, mineral processing, community engagement, and social license to operate. [3-0-0]. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The design, planning, and operation, and closure of mining operations, with a focus on mineral processing technologies, plant design, waste and tailings management, and the future of mining. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: MINE 200. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Fundamentals of rock and minerals formation. Exploring main techniques used to understand implications of mineralogy in mining and mineral processing. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: CHEM 154 This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Fundamentals of the rock and minerals formation. Exploring main techniques used to understand implications of mineralogy in mining and mineral processing. [3-2-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Leading practices and technologies employed in the design, planning, and operation of mining systems. Life cycle of surface and underground mining systems. [3-0-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Overview; extracting a mineral or final product from an ore. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: MINE 224. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Oral presentations of topics on mine safety, and mining engineering by industry practitioners, faculty and/or stake- and rights-holders. [1-0-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Selection, design, and development of underground mining methods based upon physical, geological, economic, and environmental constraints. Underground excavation methods and equipment selection. [3-0-2] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The study of the mechanical and structural properties of rock materials at the laboratory and field scale, with reference to common mining, geological and civil engineering problems. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: One of MECH 260, CIVL 230. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Theory and practice of rock fragmentation by drilling and blasting; introduction to explosives and initiation systems; design of surface and underground blasts; machine excavation systems for tunneling and stoping; environmental impacts, safety, and risk assessment. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Surface mining methods, calculation of pit limits, cutoff grades, break-even criteria, stripping ratios, ultimate pit depth and dimensions, and pit sequencing. Geotechnical inputs to surface mine design. Loading and hauling equipment, production rates, capacity and systems. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mineral processing unit operations and sampling, crushing, grinding, screening, classification, gravity separation, magnetic separation, electrostatic separation, concentrate dewatering practices. [3-3-0] Prerequisite: Third Year Standing.
Theory and technology of flotation and ancillary processes. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: Third Year Standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Methods for determining the behaviour of large scale industrial systems and their application to the design and analysis of such systems. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: STAT 251. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Basic geotechnical, hydrological, and water management aspects of mine waste management. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: CIVL 210. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Oral presentation of topics by instructor and guest lecturers. [1-0-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing in Mining Engineering. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Types of mineral deposits. Exploration and sampling methods. Methods for data analysis and computer modelling of mineral deposits and their use in production planning and design. [2-1-1] Prerequisite: MINE 200. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Discrete and continuous cash flow models, discounted cash flow analysis, effects of depreciation and taxes, economic analysis of projects, sensitivity and risk analysis, financing and cost of capital. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Second-year standing in Engineering. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Design and analysis for ventilation systems for mining. Topics such as ventilation design, ventilation surveys, thermodynamic aspects, psychrometry of air and air conditioning. [3-2-0] Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The design of rock slopes and underground openings with respect to stress, structure and the rock mass. Stabilization and monitoring of rock movement. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: MINE 303. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Strategic issues in an organization; types of organizations; personnel evaluations and job rating systems; impact of manpower planning on decision-making; union negotiations; public relations; dealing with the media; corporate responsibilities to society and employees. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Risk management and its application to mining and large industrial projects, including risk analysis, treatment, and governance. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mineral economics and finance. Analytical tools and techniques used in the valuation of mining companies and the financial analysis and risk assessment methods. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: MINE 396.
Geostatistical analysis and simulation of spatiotemporal phenomena in natural and engineered systems with applications to mining problems. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: STAT 251. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Automatic control theory, PID control, Laplace and z-transforms, loop tuning, frequency response, stability analysis, control strategies in flotation, comminution, dewatering, reagent and bin/sump levels, automated load-haul-dump and drilling equipment, instrumentation and soft sensors. [2-4-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Process alternatives and mineralogical considerations; physical and chemical recovery technologies; environmental protection; flowsheet studies. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: MINE 331. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Design of unit operations in a mineral processing plant including crushing, grinding, classification, gravity separation, magnetic separation, flotation, thickening and filtration. Equipment selection and sizing, flowsheet design, circuit analysis and processing options. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: MINE 331. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Fundamentals of mixing technology, and industrial mixing systems and equipment. Selection, design, monitor, and scale-up mixing systems for mining applications. [2-2-2*] Prerequisite: MATH 255 and one of MECH 280, CIVL 215. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Textural parameters, such as mineral liberation size and mineral associations in connection with the mineral processing techniques for mineral recovery. [3-0-2] Prerequisite: MINE 331. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Technological and social issues related to the recovery of value from e-waste seen through the eyes of engineers, social scientists and economists. Recovery of valuable minerals in the context of circular economy to provide sustainable solutions for our planet. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Interparticle forces; DLVO theory of colloid stability; dispersion, coagulation, and flocculation phenomena; settling; thickening adn consolidation processes; polymers in mineral processing; measurement techniques in tailings treatment; thickeners and principles of operation; industrial practice. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mine water management covering integrated water resource management, water balances, sources, water use optimization, water quality and treatment and long-term stewardship. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Thermal and metallurgical coals: objectives of their cleaning; coal washability and flotability fundamentals; coal preparation unit operations; performance characteristics of coal washing equipment; products dewatering; plant flowsheets. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: MINE 331. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Knowledge and understanding of equipment used in mining operations, including diesel, electro-mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment as well as conveyors, load-haul-dump trucks and pumps. [2-2-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Historical context of Indigenous peoples of Canada interactions with the development of mineral resources. Current best practices and systems supporting effective engagement and involvement of Indigenous peoples in the development of mines and mineral resources. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Third-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Analytical foundation for maintenance of industrial plant equipment and mobile equipment in various production environments; maintenance planning and management, life cycle analysis, reliability theory, total quality maintenance, condition monitoring. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Designs, planning, and leading practices are applied to underground mining systems reliant on induced and controlled rock mass caving. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: MINE 303. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Environmental topics of importance to engineers practicing within the mining, metallurgical and related industries including technical practices, regulatory and public issues. [3-0-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Life cycle of the production of Oil Sands resources, including mining, bitumen extraction, and reclamation. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: MINE 310. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mining Engineering design project from scope definition to final design and project feasibility. Based on a problem from industry and/or research. [2-2-0; 2-2-0] Prerequisite: All of MINE 302, MINE 303, MINE 310, MINE 331, MINE 333, MINE 350, MINE 396. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Oral presentation of a technical nature. Use of closed circuit television for personal evaluation. [0-0-1] Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in Mining Engineering. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Requires approval of the department head. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Leading practices and technologies employed in the Canadian Mining Industry. Topics include: mining, mineral processing, mine finance and mining and the environment. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Theory and practice of drilling and blasting; explosive types and strengths. Blast pattern design for underground and surface operations. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Rock mass properties and numerical modelling applied to rock engineering design with particular emphasis on applications in rock slopes and tunneling. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
A more advanced study of some aspects of mining methods. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mass mining (caving) methods, their design and operation, the value proposition and the key value drivers. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Methods and systems for integrated mining and processing, conceptual model development, simulation, economic and technical evaluation. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mine air conditioning, ventilation network analysis, radioactivity in mining, case studies in mine ventilation and control of dust, fumes and diesel exhausts. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Thermal and metallurgical coals. Desulphurization Theory of coal beneficiation. Dense media separation. Coal surface properties and their effect on fine coal processing by flotation and oil agglomeration; coal/water/slurries. Plant performance testing and instrumentation. Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Particulate systems. Role of particle size and interfacial phenomena in properties of disperse systems. Stability of colloids and suspensions DLVO (Dejaguin-Landau-Vervey-Overbeek). Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 522 or MINE 572. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Advances in science and technology for recovering gold, silver, and platinum group elements. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 524 or MINE 577. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Emphasis on crushing, grinding, screening, classification and flotation. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 526 or MINE 575. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mineral process simulators including off-line optimization strategies; optimal flow sheet design. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 527 or MINE 576. Prerequisite: One of MINE 526, MINE 575. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Rheological measurements, flow curve modelling, micro-rheology, control of rheological properties. Application to mineral processing unit operations. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 529 or MINE 579. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Characteristics of mineral dispersions in gases and in water; dust suppression in mining and in mineral transport facilities; solid-liquid separations; removal of noxious chemicals; waste disposal systems. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 533 or MINE 573. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Lectures and seminars on topics of importance in acid rock drainage including fundamentals of ARD generation, prediction, prevention, control, treatment and monitoring for waste management and regulatory control in the mining industry. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 540 or MINE 580. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Advanced topics related to mining environment selected in consultation with the instructor. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Regulatory requirements for mine-mill environmental protection in design, operation and closure. Studies of environmental impact statements and closure plans. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 544 or MINE 574. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The use of artificial intelligence to solve complex problems in industry. Topics include knowledge acquisition, knowledge representation, knowledge accumulation, and conflict resolution. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 547 or MINE 578. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Study of design methods; underground engineering of openings, pillars and support. Emphasis on design with input being stress, structure and rock mass, employing analytical, empirical and numerical tools. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Basic geostatistical concepts. Applications of geostatistical techniques and stochastic simulation to orebody modelling and grade control. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Use of mathematical programming, network theory, queuing models and simulation to model service and production operations in industry. Use of models in decision-making. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mine valuation using discounted cash flow analysis and option pricing methods. Sources of mine finance and requirements. Sensitivity and risk assessment. Introduction to metals marketing, hedging and risk management. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Discussion of social, political and technical topics concerning mining-related activities. Credit will be granted for only one of MINE 555 or MINE 583. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Permission of the instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Safety evaluation of tailings storage facilities as a system, including tailings transport and containment structures. Consequence classifications. Credible failure modes. Breach analyses. Risk management and reporting. Emergency planning. Critical controls. Change management. Governance frameworks. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor is required. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The analytical foundation for maintenance of industrial plant equipment and mobile equipment in various production environments. Reliability theory, sensing technology and theory, risk analysis, and operations research applied to maintenance management. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Coal, oil, gas, uranium, hydro, wind, geothermal, and geosolar. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Prerequisite: MINE 581. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Advanced geotechnical, hydrological, and water management aspects of mine waste management. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Advanced mine site management topics including site and corporate governance and responsibility for mine waste facilities, specifically tailings; the role and responsibilities of the Engineer of Record; geochemistry of mine waste and mine closure realities. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Risk assessment and management topics including risk assessment methodologies, risk management, and decision-making under risk. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Case study analysis including design, construction, operations and closure of mine waste facilities. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
A special advanced course may be arranged upon the approval of the department head. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor is required. The credit value for this course will be determined in consultation with the student prior to the registration. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Preparation for mining and mineral processing engineering internships. The course includes workshops on the following topics: developing a synopsis of qualifications, written communication and interviewing skills for the engineering professional. Pass/fail. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Mining or mineral processing engineering internship in which concepts, theory and practice of mining and mineral processing engineering are applied by working with industry on appropriate technical projects. Pass/fail. Prerequisite: MINE 591. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
A project involving laboratory, pilot plant or field work is to be completed in close collaboration with an academic advisor. For M.Eng. students only. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Topics in mining, mineral processing and the environment for M.A.Sc. and M.Eng. students. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
The credit value for this course will be determined in consultation with the student prior to the registration. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
Topics in mining and mineral processing for Ph.D. students. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.
This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.