MINE312 MINE SURVEYING
| Course Code: | 5650312 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Mining Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Lecturer ABDULVAHİT TORUN |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Understand basics of reference systems, coordinate systems, datum, and map projections
Gain basic analysis and preparation methods of topographic data by using GIS software
Understand the basics of mine surveying activities
Gain knowledge pertinent to mine surveying
Use mine surveying equipment effectively.
Understand and use contemporary surveying technology, equipment, and software,
Improve quantitative capability in solving mine surveying problems
Work in teams to perform measurements in the field
Course Content
Measurement of horizontal distances, angles and directions. Theodolite surveying. Surface and underground traversing, triangulation. Correlation of surface and underground surveys. Differential and profile leveling; cross-sections and volume calculations; underground leveling; area with planimeter. Setting out curves, direction and gradients. Dip and fault problems. Shaft pillar calculations.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
-Describe the main activities required in mine surveying.
-Define basic technical terms in mine surveying.
-Describe up to date methods and operations in mine surveying
-Apply up to date methods and operations in mine surveying
-Develop the ability to carry out field measurements
-Collect data and derive results.
-Identify and solve mine surveying problems
-Calculation and setting up isohips.
-Collect, analyze, and report experimental data.
-Use software to manipulate geospatial data, analyze and visualize data.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||