Mine Ventilation (MINE7902S)
Information valid for SFC Enrolment Year, 2023
Module level
Shorter Form Credential
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
School
Mech & Mine Engineering School
Units
1
Duration
Variable
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Tutorial 2 Hours/ Week
Workshop 3 Hours/ Ad Hoc
Lecture 2 Hours/ Week
Recommended prerequisite
Students are required to have a good understanding of fluid mechanics and basic concepts of underground mining methods, design philosophy and safety requirements.
Assessment methods
Progressive Online Tutorials
Interim Report
Final Report
Module duration
This module has various scheduled times, commencing in January, 2023.
Module description
The Mine Ventilation Shorter Form Credential (SFC) module enables students to analyze the performance of key elements and develop design solutions for underground coal/
metalliferous mine ventilation systems. The focus of the course is on the following principal mining hazards: Air Quality, Airborne Dust and other Airborne
Contaminants, Fire and Explosion, Gas Outbursts, Spontaneous Combustion. Students are required to have a good understanding of fluid mechanics and basic concepts of underground mining methods, design philosophy and safety requirements.
Archived offerings
| Module offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| SFC Enrolment Year, 2023 (01/10/2023 - 31/12/2023) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
