Diploma in Small Scale MiningProfessional

27348
Kitwe – Zambia
English
Professional 





🌐 The Copperbelt University

COVERED DISCIPLINES / SKILLS IN THIS PROGRAM

Business Geomechanics and Technical Mine Area

3.1 Modelling, analysis and design
   3.1.1 Reviews engineering geology and geotechnical data (including Identifies hazards and modes of failure
   3.1.2 Designs testing programmes for geotechnical studies. Undertake geotechnical testing
   3.1.3 Conducts rock mass and soil classifications
   3.1.6 Incorporates geology and geomechanic information when selecting mining methods
3.3 Integrated mine design
   3.3.1 Recommends methods, equipment and processes
   3.3.2 Develops initial design

Mineral Production and Processing Area

7.3 Comminution and sizing
   7.3.1 Recognises the characteristics of different comminution and sizing equipment and their limitations
7.4 Concentrator processes
   7.4.1 Understands and applies knowledge of process steps, applications and limitations

Geology Exploration Resources and Reserves Area

2.2 Applied Geology
   2.2.3 Elaboration and interpretation, topographic, geological and thematic and engineering maps
   2.2.4 Recognize different ore deposits models

Mining Methods Area

4.3 Underground mining methods
   4.3.3 Designs stope, roof and galleries support

Generic, Health and Social Task Area

8.2 Workplace health and safety
   8.2.1 Develops and disseminates safe practice guidelines