MI3223 — Mine Planning and Development

Introduces fundamental principles, tools, and processes for designing and advancing surface and underground mining operations. Covers translating geological information, survey data, ground control requirements, and production objectives into mine layouts, development headings, stope designs, and short-term schedules. Learners interpret engineering drawings, create operational plans, and update planning databases while understanding ventilation, dewatering, and backfill systems. Emphasizes integrating safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational constraints into planning decisions supporting efficient, safe, and sustainable resource extraction.

Code	MI3223
Hours	42

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Source: https://www.northerncollege.ca/course/mi3223-mine-planning-and-development/