DAE Mining Course
DAE Mining Course
DIPLOMA OF ASSOCIATE
ENGINEER
IN
MINING TECHNOLOGY
(3 - Years Course)
MINING TECHNOLOGY
SCHEME OF STUDIES
A
CODE FIRST YEAR
NO. SUBJECT
PAGE
T P C
Math 113 Math-I 3 0 3 1
Phy 133 Applied Physics* 2 3 3 3
Ch. 143 Applied Chemistry* 2 3 3 7
MIN 132 Introduction to Mining 2 0 2 10
MT 133 Elementary Drawing 1 6 3 12
Comp 132 Computer – I 1 3 2 15
Eng 112 Functional English 2 0 2 19
GEN 111 Islamiat & Pak Studies 1 0 1 20
MIN 144 Practical Training 0 12 4 29
TOTAL 14 27 23
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SYLLABI FOR THREE YEARS DIPLOMA COURSE IN
MINING TECHNOLOGY
COURSE CONTENTS
1 QUADRATIC EQUATIONS 6 Hrs
1.1 Standard Form
1.2 Solution
1.3 Nature of roots
1.4 Sum &Product of roots
1 .5 Formation
1.6 Problems
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7 TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS AND RATIOS 6 Hrs
7.1 trigonometric functions of any angle
7.2 Signs of trigonometric Functions
7.3 Trigonometric Ratios of particular Angles
7.4 Fundamental Identities
7.5 Problems
11 VECTORS 9 Hrs
11.1 Sealers & Vectors
11.2 Addition & Subtraction
11.3 The unit Vectors I, j, k
11.4 Direction Cosines
11.5 Sealer or Dot Product
11.6 Deductions
11.7 Dot product in terms of orthogonal components
11.8 Deductions
11.9 Analytic Expression for a x b.
11.10 Problems.
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Phy 133 APPLIED PHYSICS
T P C
Total Contact Hours 2 3 3
Theory 72
Practical 108
OBJECTIVES
This course is designed to impart knowledge on the physical properties of bodies with particular
reference to the engineering application.
DESCRIPTION
Measurements, Scalars and Vectors, Motion and Force, Gravitation, Equilibrium, Friction, Work,
Energy and Power, Machines, Heat and Temperature, Motion in two Dimensions, Lights, Geometrical
Optics, Electronics.
Gravitation.
4.1 Gravitation and gravity.
4 4.2 Law of universal gravitation.
4.3 Determination of mass of earth.
4.4 Variation of “g” with altitude and depth. 04
4.5 Numerical examples on the above topics.
Equilibrium.
5.1 Concurrent and non-concurrent forces.
5 5.2 Conditions of equilibrium for :-
i. Concurrent forces.
ii- Non-concurrent forces. 04
5.3 Equilibrium of objects supported by wires and ropes.
5.4 Centre of gravity, couples.
5.5 Torque and moment of couples.
5.6 Beam and ladders in equilibrium.
5.7 Numerical examples on the above topics.
Friction.
6 6.1 Co-efficient of friction, angle of friction, angle of contact of friction.
6.2 Laws of friction.
6.3 Motion of a body on a rough inclined plane. 04
6.4 Methods of reducing friction.
6.5 Numerical example on the above topics.
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7.7 Conservation of energy. Numerical examples on the above topics.
Machines. 06
8.1 Definition of machine. Purpose of machines.
8.2 Mechanical advantage.
8 8.3 Efficiency. Kinds of simple machines.
8.4 Principle of work.
8.5 Mechanical applications.
i. Lever
ii. Screw.
iii. Differential Pulley.
iv. Pulley Block.
8.6 Numerical examples on the above mentioned top
Lights.
11.1 Review laws of reflection and refraction.
11.2 Image formation by mirrors and lenses. Wave theory of light. 10
11 11.3 Nature of light.
11.4 Quantum theory of light.
11.5 Ordinary light and monochromatic light.
11.6 Dispersion of light.
11.7 Rainbow, Electromagnetic spectrum.
11.8 Emission of light by an atom.
11.9 Velocity of light.
11.10 Polarization of light waves.
Geometrical Optics.
12.1 Geometrical optics lens.
12.2 Types of lenses.
12 12.3 Centre of curvature. 10
12.4 Radius of curvature.
12.5 Principal axis.
12.6 Principal focus.
12.7 Focal length.
12.8 Optical Centre.
12.9 Power of a lens.
12.10 Rules for geometrical construction of image.
12.11 Deviation of lens formula.
12.12 Linear magnification.
12.13 Angular magnification.
12.14 Convex lens and image positions formed by it.
12.15 Derivation of formula for magnifying power in optical instruments.
12.16 Near and far points important lens defects.
12.17 How can these detects be removed.
Electronics:
Matter Atomics Number, Mass Number, Normal/Ground state of an atom,., Excited an
Ionized atom, Energy Bands in Solids, Conductors. Semi-Conductors and Insulator,
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Semi Conductors (N Types and P Types Semi Conductor ), P-N
Junction, Forward Biased and Reverse Biased of P-N Junction, Semi Conductors diodes,
PNP and NPN Transistor and their functions.
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PHYSICS( PRACTICALS)
Sr.No Practical
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Ch 143 APPLIED CHEMISTRY
OBJECTIVES
This course has been designed to impart through understanding of the subject with special application of
theoretical knowledge and practical problem.
DESCRIPTION
Review of Basic Chemistry, Water, Acid, Bases and Salt, Chemical Bonding, Chemistry of Building Materials,
Chemistry of Carbon, Corrosion, Refractory Materials and Abrasives.
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iii) Rusting of Iron.
TYPES OF CORROSION.
9 Refractory Materials and Abrasives
i) Introduction to Refractories
ii) Classification of Refractories
iii) Properties and Uses.
iv) Introduction to Abrasives.
Artificial and Natural Abrasives and their uses.
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CHEMISTRY( PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practical
1 To prepare standard solution of Oxalic acid and with its help standardize a solution of
NaOH.
2 Prepare approximate N/10 solution of H2 SO4 and determine its exact normality by titration
it against standard N/10 NaOH
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MIN 132 Introduction to Mining
OBJECTIVES
The main purpose of this course is to impart basic knowledge to the students regarding mining, different
methods of extraction of ores and processes.
DESCRIPTION
Definitions relating to Mining along with sketch, Four stages in the life of mine, Classification of mining
method, Mine supports, Drilling & boring, Explosive and blasting, Mine ventilation, Material handling (Loading
& Transportation), Mine Water & Disposal, Value and importance of mining in the Pakistan.
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Percussive Boring & Rotary Boring
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5 EXPLOSIVES & BLASTING 12
A. Definitions.
A. Types of Explosive
i) Low Explosive – Black Powder & Gun Powder
ii) High Explosive – Ammonium Nitrate Base Explosive, Nitro Glycerin
Base Explosives: Water base explosives Slurry Explosives, Emulsions.
iii) Permissible Explosives Cooling Agents, Sheathed Explosive and Non-
Sheathed Explosive.
B. Blasting
i) Firing Method Non-Electric Firing, Cap & fuse, Detonating Cord & Nonel and
Electric Firing.
ii) Types of Detonators
iii) Surface & underground pattern with sketch.
iv) Controlled blasting techniques 10
6 MINE VENTILATION
A. Composition of Atmospheric Air.
Oxygen, Nitrogen, Carbon Di-oxide & Argon (Brief note on each)
B. Name of Mine Gases and properties of:
- Methane,-Fire Damp, Black Damp, White Damp, Stink Damp, After Damp and
Nitrous fumes.
C. Natural Ventilation – Definition and How produced.
Mechanical Ventilation – Definition and How produced. 12
MATERIAL HANDLING (LOADING & TRANSPORTATION)
7 A. Surface Loading & Excavation Machines
i) Power Shovel (Hydraulic, Electric & Backhoes)
ii) Draglines
iii) Dozer
iv) Scraper
v) Bucket Wheel Excavator
vi) Front End Loader
vii) Trucks/ Dumpers/ Tractors trolleys
B. Underground Transportation
i) Trackless Haulage
- Wheel Barrows
- Shuttle Cars
- Conveyors
ii) Track Haulage
- Locomotive Haulage
- Types: Diesel, Battery, Over head Trolley wire Locomotives.
iii) Rope Haulage System
- Types: Direct or Main Rope Haulage, Main & Tail Rope Haulage,
Endless Rope Haulage and Gravity Haulage.
MINE WATER AND DISPOSAL 06
8 A. Origin and Types of Mine Water
B. Types of Pumps
i) Reciprocating Pumps, ii) Centrifugal Pumps iii) Submersible pumps, iv) Sludge
pumps, v) Mono pumps
C. Siphon (Introduction).
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VALUE AND IMPORTANCE OF MINING IN PAKISTAN
9 A. Mineral Potential of the Country.
B. Nature of Mining Industry.
C. Present Status of Mining Industry and Major Constraints.
D. Future Prospects.
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MT 133 ELEMENTARY DRAWING
OBJECTIVES
The course has been designed to give the engineering technicians enough appreciation and understanding of
machine drawing so as to enable them to:
DESCRIPTION
Fundamental of Drawing, Lettering, Lines, Geometrical Construction, Term used in circle, Introduction of
simple object.
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- To draw a tangent to a given circle from a given point outside the circle
- To draw a tangent to two circles of equal size
- To inscribe a hexagon in a circle
- To construct regular pentagon straight lines of right angles
- To each other
- To draw an arc of radius, R. touching two given arcs as radius R1 and R2
- To draw an arc of radius R tangential to a given line and a given arc
- To draw two tangents to a given circle to meet at a given angle
6 Making free hand proportional sketches of simple regular objects, free hand sketching 05
of cross section of a road, railway line and canal.
7 Introduction and practice in drawing of simple plain scale, diagonal. Scale and Vernier 04
scale.
8 Adjustment of working space, use of proper scale, marking of north line and 04
directions, index of line.
9 Introduction of simple object.
10 Elevation & plan of a section, Sectioning: Full section and half section, Dimensioning: 06
Base line dimension etc, Orthographic projection, Planes of projection, selection of
views, First Angle Projects, Third Angle projection, views of an object
a) Elevation of front view
b) Top view
c) Right side view
d) Left side view
e) Rear view
11 f) Bottom view 02
12 General Rules of Orthographic Projection.
13 Cross Section of wall showing different parts 02
Using pantograph, enlarging and reducing maps. Use of proportional compass.
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ELEMENTARY DRAWING (PRACTICAL)
Practical
Sr.No
1 Drawing of lines, lettering, numbers, Drawing bisection of lines, angles, construction of
pentagon. Hexagon, octagon, ellipse, radius curves tangential arcs.
Drawing circle, triangles, quadrilaterals, title block curved surfaces. Draw isometric views
of section, channel section, isometric circles.
Draw isometric block with isometric circles on its faces. Isometric views of I-section,
isometric circles.
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COMP 132 COMPUTER-I
OBJECTIVES
To give the trainees basic concept of information technology and use of application software.
DESCRIPTION
Basic concepts of Information Technology, Information Networks, Data Communication, Application and use
of Computers, Hardware and System Software, Computer Operations, Security Copyright and the Law,
Operating System (Windows), Word Processing, Spread Sheet, Internet Browsing and using E-mail.
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Use of Application Software
8 Operating Systems (Windows) 02
Introducing GUI Operating Systems
OS Components and Selection Techniques
Starting to use GUI Operating System
File and Disk Management
Control Printing Jobs
9 Word Processing 02
Starting to use Word Processor
Font, Paragraph, Page Formatting
Introducing Tables and Columns
Using the Clipboard
Printing
Tables, Text Boxes, Graphics and Word art
10 Spread Sheet
Introduction to Spread Sheet Packages 03
Spread Sheet Layouts
Formatting and Customizing Data
Formulas, Functions and Named Ranges
Introducing Charts
Printing Worksheets and charts
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COMPUTER-I (PRACTICAL)
Sr. No Practical
1 WINDOWS
1)
a) Use of Start Menu
b) Manage Program Group & Document Group`
c) How to access Search Group
d) Customize the Desktop
2) Use of Windows Help
3) Use of Windows Accessories:
a) Word Pad
b) Calculator
c) Paint
4)
a) Managing Files and folders using My Computer
b) Managing Files and folders Windows Explorer
c) Managing Recycle Bin operations.
5)
a) Installation of given printer driver
b) Setting up different properties of printer
c) Managing the ques of printing job
2 MS Word
1)
a) Open and Save files in specified path or New Folder
b) Selection of text by different methods and applying different operations:
Copying, Moving (by Clipboard and Drag _ & _ Drop methods) Deletion.
2) Formatting text (Bold, Underline, Font, Color etc.)
3) Use of Undo and Redo
4) Use of Text Alignment, Indenting and managing space, Also use of Bullets and Numbering.
5) Use of Page Setup including Page Margin, Size, Paper Source and Layout.
6) Skill of Printer Settings.
7) Use of Tables and Columns.
8) Use of Spell Check, Grammar and Thesaurus.
9) Use of Shortcuts.
MS-EXCEL
1) Inserting & Deleting Cells, Rows and Columns
3 2) Managing Worksheets
3) Formatting and Customizing Data.
4) Use of Formulas and Functions (formatting numbers, decimal, places, column & rows setup etc.)
5) Drawing of Different Types of Charts
6) Use of Page Setup and Printing Configurations
7) Use of shortcuts.
INTERNET EXPLORER
1) Send/receive email to single user, multiple users
4 2) Attach/Detach files with mail
3) Browsing Internet
4) Use of shortcuts
5) Proper use of search engines
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ENG 112 ENGLISH
T P C
2 0 2
Total Contact Hours
Theory 64
Practical 0
OBJECTIVES
At the end of the course, the students will be equipped with cognitive skill to enable them to present facts in a
systematic and logical manner to meet the language demands of dynamic field of commerce and industry for
functional day-to-day use and will inculcate skills of reading, writing and comprehension.
COURSE CONTENTS
1. PROSE/TEXT 16 hrs
1.1 First eight essays of Intermediate. English Book-II
3. GRAMMAR 26 hrs
3.1 Sentence Structure.
3.2 Tenses.
3.3 Parts of speech.
3.4 Punctuation,
3.5 Change of Narration.
3.6 One word for several
3.7 Words often confused
4. COMPOSITION 8 hrs
4.1 Letters/Messages
4.2 Job application letter
4.3 For character certificate/for grant of scholarship
4.4 Telegrams, Cablegrams and Radiograms, Telexes, Facsimiles
4.5 Essay writing
4.6 Technical Education, Science and Our life, Computers,
5. TRANSLATION 6 hrs
5.1 Translation from Urdu into English.
For Foreign Students: A paragraph or a dialogue.
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
1. Intermediate English Book-II.
2. An English Grammar and Composition of Intermediate Level.
3. A Hand Book of English Students by Gatherer
Eng-112 ENGLISH
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES
PAPER-A
1. DEMONSTRATE BETTER READING, COMPREHENSION AND VOCABULARY
1.1 Manipulate, skimming and scanning of the text.
1.2 Identify new ideas.
1.3 Reproduce facts, characters in own words
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1.4 Write summary of stories
PAPER-B
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MIN 144 PRACTICAL TRAINING
T P C
Hours 432 0 12 4
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
After going through this course the students will be able to:
1) Show skill in using wood working hand tools making simple joints
2) Show skill in safely using gas and gas welding equipment in jointing
3) Show skill in using metal working tools to make simple fitting jobs and articles
4) Show skill in working on common machine tools to make simple jobs
5) Show proficiency in using wood working tools to make complete wood joints and articles
6) Use welding equipment methodically and safely to make neat welded joints and articles
7) Make accurately fitting and well finished total articles with the hand tools
8) Show skill in safely working on machine tools to make complex articles
2 Theory Name and classify the tools use for measuring, marking and layout, briefly 12
Practical stating their use
Workshop practice
3 Theory Name the tools used for holding, striking and forming briefly stating their 12
Practical use
Workshop practice
4 Theory Name the tools used for metal cutting and metal removing such as snips, 12
Practical saws chisel, drill, taps and dics, giving their uses in brief
Workshop practice
5 Theory Name the tools used for finishing, polishing and assembling, Briefly state 12
Practical their use
Workshop practice
6 Theory Explain the construction and working of the precise measuring instruments 12
Practical Workshop practice
8 Theory State the classification and specific uses of files and their care 12
Practical Workshop practice
9 Theory State the classification and specific used of holding and assembly tools like 12
Practical screw drivers, vices, spanners, wrenches, clamps and their care
Workshop practice
10 Theory Name two wood working tools used for measuring, marking, layout, 12
Practical holding, cutting, stricking, planning and finishing
Workshop practice
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11 Theory Name the different kinds of wood explaining the structure of wood and 12
Practical different methods of seasoning. State the effect and diseases of wood
Workshop practice
12 Theory Name of the various wood joints and state the use of different kind of wood 12
Practical and wood joints
Workshop practice
13 Theory Classify the wood planners, Explain the construction uses, care and 24
Practical maintenance of Jack/Plane
Workshop practice
14 Theory Name of the wood working saws and chisels. State their uses care and 24
Practical maintenance
Workshop practice
15 Theory Explain the following tools special to wood working, Bits, rachet brace, 24
Practical claw hammer, pineers and nail
Workshop practice
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WELDING
16 Theory Name the tools, Equipments and materials commonly used in gas and arc 12
Practical welding, giving their uses very briefly
Workshop practice
17 Theory State the general safety precautions to be observed in gas and arc welding 12
Practical practices
Workshop practice
18 Theory Name the type of joints used in gas welding and arc welding giving their 36
Practical uses in brief
Workshop practice
19 Theory Differentiate between soldering, brazing and gas welding, arc welding, the 24
Practical different types of flames, their methods of making and uses
Workshop practice
21 Theory Explain the common welding defects, their common methods of testing 12
Practical Workshop practice
MACHINING
22 Theory Name the common machine tools of a general purpose machine shop, 12
Practical giving their uses in brief
Workshop practice
23 Theory Name the different types of lathes, with their uses and their parts 24
Practical Workshop practice
24 Theory Name the operation performed on lathes, the tools uses for them and the 12
Practical various angles of those tools
Workshop practice
25 Theory Name the operations performed on shaper and planners and explain their 24
Practical mechanisms
Workshop practice
26 Theory Name the operation performed on tool grinders, drill press and brazing and 36
Practical slating machines
Workshop practice
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MATH 212 MATHEMATICS-II
T P C
Total Contact Hours
2 0 2
Theory 72
Practical 0
OBJECTIVES
To impart knowledge of the subject with special emphasis on the practical aspect of it. To enable the students to
apply their skill and maths on various technical and technological problems.
DESCRIPTION
Function & Limits, Differentiation, Differentiation of Algebraic Functions, Differentiation of Trigonometric
Functions, Differentiation of Logarithmic & Exponential Functions, Rate of change of Veriable, Integration,
Methods of Integration, Definite Integrals, Plane Analytic Geometry & Straight Line, Equations of the Straight
Line, Equations of the Circle, Statistics.
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1 Functions & Limits 04
1.1 Constant & Veriable Quantities
1.2 Functions & their classification
1.3 The concept of limit
1.4 Limit of a function
1.5 Fundamental Theorems on limit
1.6 Some important limits
Problems
2 Differentiation 04
2.1 Increments
2.2 Differential Coefficient or Derivative
2.3 Differentiation ab-initio or by first Principle
2.4 Geometrical Interpretation of Differential Coefficient
2.5 Differential Coefficient of Xn, (ax + b)n
2.6 Three important rules
2.7 Problems
7 Integration 04
7.1 Concept
7.2 Fundamental Formulas
7.3 Important Rules
7.4 Problems
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1 Functions & Limits 04
1.7 Constant & Veriable Quantities
1.8 Functions & their classification
1.9 The concept of limit
1.10 Limit of a function
1.11 Fundamental Theorems on limit
1.12 Some important limits
Problems
2 Differentiation 04
2.8 Increments
2.9 Differential Coefficient or Derivative
2.10 Differentiation ab-initio or by first Principle
2.11 Geometrical Interpretation of Differential Coefficient
2.12 Differential Coefficient of Xn, (ax + b)n
2.13 Three important rules
2.14 Problems
7 Integration 04
7.5 Concept
7.6 Fundamental Formulas
7.7 Important Rules
7.8 Problems
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8 Methods of Integration 06
8.1 Integration by substitution
8.2 Integration by parts
8.3 Problems
9 Definite Integrals 06
9.1 Properties
9.2 Application to area
9.3 Problems
13 Statistics 10
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MIN 213 MINE VENTILATION
OBJECTIVES
To give the trainees knowledge of Mine Ventilation and Working principles, methods and operation in the mine.
DESCRIPTION
Atmosphere, Detection of Mine Gases, Spontaneous Combustion, Ventilation, Natural Ventilation, Mechanical
Ventilation, Laws of Flow Resistance, Mine Ventilation Survey, Distribution of Air.
a) Their properties.
b) Detection.
c) Permissible limits (noxious and inflammable)
d) Physiological effects
Oxygen, Nitrogen, Carbon dioxide, Firedamp, Black Damp, White Damp, Stink
Damp, After Damp, Oxides of Nitrogen, Sulpher Dioxide, Hydrogen, etc.
5 Flow of Air 06
1. Definition.
2. Purpose.
3. Atmospheric Pressure.
4. Barometer, Principle
5. Thermometer, Types, Conversion of temperature units.
6. Hygrometer, Relative Humidity and its measurement.
7. Gas Laws, Boyle‟s Law, Charle‟s Law, Combination.
8. Measurement of Ventilating Pressure.
6 Natural Ventilation
1. How it is produced. 06
2. Calculation of Natural Ventilation Pressure
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3. Factors affecting the Natural Ventilation Pressure
4. Numericals
7 Mechanical Ventilation 10
1. Types of Fans (Centrifugal and Axial Flow)
2. Principle of Centrifugal Fan, Purpose of Spiral Casing
3. Principle of Axial Flow Fan and Explanation
4. Fan Laws
5. Numericals.
9 Ventillation Networks
06
1. Simple Networks
2. Natural and Controlled Splitting
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10 Mine Ventilation Survey
1. Types of ventilation surveying.
a) Qualitative Surveying.
b) Quantitative Surveying.
c) Pressure Surveying.
i) Labour employed.
ii) Production requirements.
iii) Presence of Methane Gas.
iv) Special prevalent conditions. (Loco, Dusts, Gases).
v) Numericals.
11 Distribution of Air 06
1. Brattice Cloth.
2. Stoppings.
3. Doors
4. Air Crossings.
5. Regulators.
6. Booster Fans.
7. Auxiliary Fans.
8. Advantages and Disadvantages of Forcing Fans and Exhausting Fans
9. Ascensional and Descensional Ventilation.
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MINE VENTILATION (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practicals
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MIN 223 GEOLOGY-I
T P C
Total Contact Hours 2 3 3
Theory 72
Practical 108
OBJECTIVES
The course has been designed to familiarize the students with the basic knowledge of earth science and
materials, so that they can recognize different types of earth material.
DESCRIPTION
The Earth, Physical Geology, Rock-Forming Minerals, Rocks, Igneous Rocks, Sedimentary Rocks,
Metamorphic Rocks, Geological Structures, Introduction to Stratigraphy of Pakistan, Dip and Strike
determination, Origin of Oil and Gas deposits and their Geology.
Physical Geology
Brief introduction of weathering, erosion and deposition i.e. Rock Forming Cycle.
2 Rocks 10
Igneous Rocks
Brief introduction to Igneous Rocks, Classification.
Examples of common Igneous rocks.
Sedimentary Rocks
Brief introduction to Sedimentary Rocks, Classification.
Examples of common Sedimentary Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
Brief introduction to Metamorphic Rocks, Classification.
Process of formation.
Examples of common Metamorphic Rocks
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GEOLOGY – I (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No. Practical
1 Study of model (Solar system)
Study of Geological maps of Pakistan
Collection & Study of rock samples of Punjab (Salt Range)
Study of geological models (Faults, Folds, Joints)
Preparation of sketches
3 Study of geological models exercise aided by videos, films & transparencies after study
tour
4 Study tour to observe weathering and erosion and collection of weathered and eroded rock
samples
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MIN 273 MINE POWER, DRAINAGE AND MATERIAL HANDLING
OBJECTIVES
To impart thorough understanding and familiarize the students with the fundamental sources of power, material
handling techniques and drainage systems in surface and underground mining.
1 Hydraulic Principles 08
i. Introduction
ii. Pressure and flow
iii. Absolute and gauge pressure
iv. Hydraulic lever
v. Pressure and force relationship
vi. Velocity and flow rate
vii. Laminar and turbulent flow
viii. Numerical problems
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2 Power
i. various source of power available at mine
ii. Compressed air theory
iii. Compressed air systems
iv. Types of compressors: reciprocating, sliding vane, helical or spiral
lobe, dynamic
v. Electric Power
vi. Power Cables
3 vii. Power-factors
viii. Power cost
ix. Hydraulic power systems
x. Numerical problems
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Belt Conveyors:
i. Belt conveyor
ii. General applications of belt conveyors
iii. Belt capacity, width, speed and idler
iv. Types of belt conveyors
5 Haulage:
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i. Application of different surface and underground methods of
haulage
6 ii. Trucks
iii. Tractor and trolleys
iv. Locomotives
v. Shuttle cars
vi. Wheel barrows
Hoisting: 10
i. Hoisting equipment
ii. Basic hoisting systems
iii. Application to different mine conditions
iv. Steel ropes and cables
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Drainage:
i. Introduction
ii. Principles and definitions
iii. Different types of pumps
iv. Pumps characteristics and applications
v. Pumping systems
vi. Speed control
Lab Outline:
1. Compressed air System Design
2. Electrical system design
3. Belt conveyor system design
4. Rail haulage and power system design
5. Rope system Design
6. Hoisting system design
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MINE POWER, DRAINAGE AND MATERIAL HANDLING (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practical
1 Study the system and parts of the compressor in the laboratory and table measurement concerning its
operation.
2 Study the parts of an industrial type air compressor on a field trip/training and write a brief report on it.
3 Study the compressed air distribution system of a nearby mine, make a layout and write a report on it.
4 Study the components of hydraulic power system provided in the laboratory and write a brief description
of each.
5 Study the hydraulic motor operation and conduct tests and calculations on it.
6 Study the hydraulic cylinder operation and carry out tests on it. Also draw the hydraulic circuits using
proper symbols.
8 Draw the pumping circuit diagram for the water pumping test set up including electric motors, pumps,
valves, gauges, meters, pipes and reservoirs. Also record the name plate information from motors and
pumps.
9 Carry out an experiment on internal gear pump and calculate the output horsepower, input electric power
(hp) and overall efficiency (motor and pump).
10 Carry out an experiment on centrifugal pump by isolating the other pump and calculate hydraulic hp, input
electric power (hp) and overall efficiency (motor and pump)
11 On a field visit/practical training, study the drainage system of a nearby mine, make a layout and write a
short report that includes suggestions in the improvement of the pumping system.
12 During the practical training, study the electric distribution system of an underground mine, draw layout
and write a short report on it.
13 During field trip/practical training, study the material handling system for haulage purposes, identify
various components of that system and determine cycle time for it.
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ET 243 APPLIED ELECTRICITY
OBJECTIVES
i) To familiarize the students about the basic units, circuits, alternating currents, generation etc.
ii) To acquaint students about the application of electricity used in domestic, industrial & mining
installation.
4 i) Types of electricity, unit of current, voltage and resistance and their symbols; 02
ii) Ohms laws.
iii) Verification of Ohms laws by solving problems.
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31 Types of AC three phase motors. Their parts and construction and characteristics. 04
Synchronous motor. Synchronous speed and its characteristics. Starting and
running torque of synchronous motor.
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APPLIED ELECTRICITY
Sr.No Practical
17 Earthing
18 Study of DC generator and its parts, winding and its working principle
21 Working principle of transformer, study of its parts step up and step down Transformer
22 Alternator Study of its parts and working principle
23 AC single phase motor its parts. Study of starting and running windings
24 Study of 3 phase motors, their parts and construction and current, voltage characteristics
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26 Wiring and its types, study of tools used in electric wiring.
29 Operation of 3 ø motor with push button starter (control and power circuit)
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MIN 253 SURVEYING-I
To give the trainees instruction in the use of surveying instruments and to explain the working principles,
methods and operations of surveying.
DESCRIPTION
Measurement of Distances, Leveling, Angles and Meridians, Compass Surveying, Latitude and Departure, Plan
Table Surveying, Areas and Volumes.
1 Measurement of Distance. 14
Different types of compasses and method of their using, centering, levelling, closed
traverse, open traverse, methods of traversing by chain angles, free or loose
needle, fast needle, measurement of angles between successive lines.
Numerical Problems.
4 Plane Table Surveying. 10
Instruments used in carrying out plane table surveying, advantages and dis-
advantages of plane table, setting and orienting the plane table;
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SURVEY I (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practical
1 Introduction to survey instruments i.e. Tapes, Chains, Cross Staff – Optical Square, Use of survey
instruments – Field measurements and their record on surveyor‟s book.
- Measurement of distances by paces, Chains – Tapes – Errors adjustments.
- Exercise on ranging of lines and avoiding obstacles
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COMP 262 COMPUTER-II
OBJECTIVES
To give the trainees basic concept of information technology and use of application software.
DESCRIPTION
Data base Basics and Programming Using C.
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COMP 262
COMPUTER-II PRACTICAL
Practical
Sr.No
1 MS-ACCESS
1) Creation different tables and assign primary key
11 5) Create a form which generate series of numbers with in given limits using DO
WHILE loop
12 6) Find factorial of N using any loop statement, read value from a text box and write it
in another text box
13 7) Define a program to read use salary from a text box and calculate its tax depending
upon the bracket in which it falls (using if else if else)
16 10) Use text boxes, combo boxes, tree list to save / retrieve data to / from MS ACCESS
table
17 11) Use different property sheets to change appearance and format of text item
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19 C-LANGUAGE
1) Write a program which prints a text of 4 lines consisting of characters, integer values
and floating point values using “printf” statement
20 2) Writing a program that reads and prints the data using escape sequence (Asking the
name, age, height and gender of the student using scanf and printf statement)
3)
21 4) Writing a program which uses operators (Calculate the area of triangle, volume of
sphere and arrange the resultant values in ascending order)
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22 6) Writing a program which uses “for” loop statement (generate the multiplication table
from 2 to 20)
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23 8) Writing a program which uses “While” loop and nested “While” loop (use “for” loop
and continue the process in “while” loop satisfy this condition)
9)
10) Finding the factorial of N using “While” loop, read value of N using scan and print
24 the factorial of various N
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25 12) Draw a check board and print it using if else statement and extend the program using
nested if else
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26 14) Write a program which uses a “switch” statement and breaks the program if certain
condition is observed. Repeat the program with “case” statement
15)
16) Writing a function which generates factorial of N and calls this function in the “main”
27 program
17)
18) Writing a program which uses multiple arguments in a function (Develop a user
28 defined function to generate a rectangle. Use the function for passing arguments to
draw different sizes of rectangles and squares).
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MIN 263 PRACTICAL TRAINING
GENERAL OBJECTIVES
i) Apply knowledge of wood work and metal shrinkages top make patterns of
correct dimensions.
ii) Understand complete milling operations.
iii) Make projects involving milling operations.
NOTE
The order of the Practicals and theory topics is listed in logical order but may be
varied pending on institute‟s facilities. The topics are therefore listed as units and not weeks.
1 Unit-1 TH. State the principles of pattern making and the materials used for it. 18
PRT. Workshop practice.
2 Unit-2 TH. State the types of patterns and their specific uses. 18
PRT. Workshop practice.
3 Unit-3 TH. State the various allowance made on the pattern, the materials for which they 09
are made and their amounts of allowances and size of pattern.
PRT. Workshop practice.
4. Unit-4 TH. State the various types or core prints core boxes, their method of preparation 09
and uses.
PRT. Workshop practice.
5 Unit-5 TH. Explain the method of preparation and uses of varnishes and spirit polish. 18
PRT. Workshop practice.
6 Unit-6 TH. Explain different types of timber supports. 18
PRT. Types of joints used in mine props. Chocks and laggings.
Workshop practice to cut different wood joints used in timber supports of
mines and to fix them.
(B) MACHINE SHOP - III
7 Unit-1 TH. Explain coolants and lubricants used in machine cutting. Describe lathes, 18
capstan and turret lathes, the operation performed on them.
PRT. Workshop practice.
8 Unit-2 TH. Practice for selecting cutting tools, cutting feed and speed for various 09
materials at a lathe.
PRT. Workshop practice.
(C) FORGING & FOUNDRY
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
This course is intended to enable the students to:-
i) Know the forging operations, tools, materials and safety rules.
ii) Understand and foundry tools.
iii) Make jobs by forging.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
9 Unit-1 TH. Explain forging, name the forging tools and equipments giving their uses. 09
Describe a forging furnace.
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PRT. As per list.
10 Unit-2 TH. Explain following forging processes giving their applications and tools used 18
in them, (a) Drawing DPW (b) Upsetting (c) Heading.
PRT. As per list.
11 TH. Explain foundry, its functions and importance. Name the processes involved 18
in casting in sequence.
PRT. As per list.
12 TH. Describe the foundry tools giving their uses. 09
PRT. As per list.
THEORY
Types and size of wiring cables (according to installation cores and voltage grades).
Wiring systems (cleat, batton and wood cutting).
Protection of house wiring through re-useable fuses and selection of fuse wiring
sizes.
Types & construction of distribution boards.
Importance of earthing, components of material system methods of earthing.
Use of meggar and electrician‟s test lamp.
House wiring testing (polarity test, installation resistance test, open & short-circuit
tests).
Concept of voltage drop in cables, current carrying capacities of cables.
Calculation of size of main and sub main cable for house wiring. Number of cable to
be installed.
Pakistan Electricity rules about installation, wiring earth.
a) Godown wiring.
b) Connecting a 3 phase motor to the main through a direct on
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starter.
c) Connecting a 3 phase motor to a three points push button station
(stop, forward reverse) and supply.
d) Commercial installations and distribution circuits for light and
power.
20 Making a motor foundation and its fittings. 09
21 Installation of a motor with starter. 09
22 Control of a 3 phase motor from main at site (on PVC conduit). 09
23 Dismantling and assembly of single phase A.C motor. 09
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WORKSHOP PRACTICE
LIST OF PRACTICALS
MACHINE SHOP
FORGING
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MIN 313
COAL MINING
DESCRIPTION
Coal, Coal Mining Methods, Development of Coal Seam, Longwall Mining Methods, Room & Pillar
Mining Methods, Surface Coal Mining Methods, Stripping, Oxidation of Coal and Spontaneous
combustion, Mine Lighting in Mine Field, Road Ways, Working Face Visibility and Lighting, URLs
and Combustion including combustion of peat, Fuel introduction, classification of fuels and properties
of each type of coal and cacking index, Carbonization, Proximate and Ultimate Analysis of Coal, Mine
Water Introduction, Source, Water Table, Means of de-watering.
10 Carbonization 02
i) Definition.
ii) Types of Carbonization.
Analysis of Coal. 02
11 i) Introduction.
ii) Proximate Analysis.
iii) Ultimate Analysis.
12 Mine Water 08
i) Sources of Mine Water in the mine.
ii) Water Table - Definition.
iii) Means of De-watering.
a) Drain Tunnels.
b) Pumping.
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COAL MINING PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practicals
1 i) To study coal samples.
ii) To study impurities of coal in laboratory.
5 i)To study lighting system in coal mines and to study different types of safety lamps.
ii) Requirement of illumination of light
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MIN 333 UNDERGROUND T P C
MINING
2 3 3
Total Contact Hours
Theory 72
Practical 108
OBJECTIVES
The aim is to get familiarize with various underground hardrock mining methods, equipments and the
hoisting systems. The students would also develop skill in determining rock properties, and the
installation of supports and rock bolts.
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1 Development of a Mineral Deposit for Mining 7
i. Introduction
ii. Drift, incline, shaft, cross cuts to vein, and vertical shaft mining
iii. Opening a mineral deposit with varying conditions
iv. Position of horizontal development openings
v. Subsidence and its prevention
2 Development 6
i. Introduction
ii. Shaft sinking practices
iii. Drift cycle
iv. Raise cycle
v. Types of raises
vi. Raises and raise machines
vii. Drilling or boring development headings
5 Hoisting systems 12
i. Introduction
ii. Single drum & multiple drum hoists
iii. Friction (Koepe) hoists
iv. Types of skips
v. Types of ropes, their selection, maintenance and operating practices.
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Sr.No Practicals
1 Determining the uniaxial compressive strength of a given specimen.
2 Determine Brazilian Tensile strength of a given specimen.
3 Determine the flexural strength (modulus of rupture) of a given specimen.
4 Determine the unconfined shear strength of a given sample.
5 Determine the triaxial compressive strength of a given specimen.
6 Study the various components of a slotted-type rock bolt, draw sketches and write a brief
report on them.
7 Study various components expansion type rock bolt, draw sketches and write a short note
on them.
8 Study the ground/resin bolts, draw sketches and write a short.
9 Draw sketches of different views of shrinkage stope and label them.
10 Draw sketches of sublevel stopping and label the various regions of it.
11 Draw sketches of various types of cut and fill stopping and label them.
12 Draw sketches of „sublevel caving‟ and „Block Caving‟ and label them.
13 Study the round strand, flattened strand, and full lock coil type of ropes and make
sketches of such ropes.
14 During a study tour/practical training of an underground mine, study its hoisting system,
its operation, and maintenance of equipment used. Also write a short report on it.
15 Study and operate stopper, air leg, and jumbo drills.
16 During practical training, study the support system and have an hands on experience on
installing them.
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MIN 332
GEOLOGY - II
Total Contact Hours T P C
Theory 72 2 0 2
Practical 0
OBJECTIVES
The course has been designed to impart knowledge of earth science to the students, especially in
ground water, rock mechanics and economic geology.
DESCRIPTION
Ground Water: Hydrological Cycle, Ground Treatment: Ground Water Control, Methods of Mineral,
Prospecting and Sampling: Surface exploration methods, Sub surface exploration methods, Sampling
Techniques, Ore Reserves Calculation, Non-metallic minerals and coal deposits of Pakistan.
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1 Ground water 8
Hydrological cycle.
i) Infiltration.
ii) Perculation.
i) Water table.
ii) Ground water.
2 Ground Treatment. 12
a) Ground water control.
i) Dewatering Techniques for ground water control.
ii) Drainage of water through :
i) Sediments.
ii) Fractured Rocks.
b) Grouting.
i) Basic methods of grouting of rocks and unconsolidated sediments.
ii) Factors influencing grouting methods.
c) Consolidation.
The consolidation of sediments and its response to unloading.
4 Sampling Techniques. 10
i) Core drilling.
ii) Churn drilling
iii) Channel sampling.
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5 ORE RESERVES CALCULATION.
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MIN 353.
SURFACE MINING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Total Contact Hours
Theory 72
Practical 108
T P C
2 3 3
OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course students would be able to know various surface mining methods and
equipments involved in surface mining. They would also be able to understand the effects of mining on
environment and their prevention, treatment and control.
6 Equipments 7
Introduction, types, advantages and disadvantages, lubrication and maintenance
of:
i. Power shovels
ii. Front end loaders
iii. Trucks
iv. Scrappers
v. Graders
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vi. Dozers
7 Drilling 8
i. Introduction
ii. Mechanical actions involved in drilling: percussion and rotation
iii. Percussive drilling: introduction, components, working, advantages
and disadvantages
iv. Rotary drilling: introduction, components, working, advantages and
disadvantages
v. Lubrication and maintenance
8 Environmental Pollution 9
i. Introduction to ecosystem and environment
ii. Environmental impacts of mining on food web
iii. Environmental impacts of mining on other ecosystems, variables
and features such as biospheric dispersion processes, population and
biochemical cycling
iv. Types of Pollution
v. Pollution sampling and measuring techniques
9 Solid and Hazardous waste management 9
i. Types and nature of waste and hazardous material
ii. Hazardous waste handling and cautions
iii. Waste dumps
iv. Tailings dams
v. Underground disposal
vi. Underwater disposal
10 Acid Mine Draining 5
i. Formation
ii. Chemistry
iii. Preventive measures
iv. Treatment of AMD
v. Active treatments
vi. Passive treatments
11 Reclamation 4
i. Reclamation procedures
ii. Re-vegetation
iii. Rehabilitation
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SURFACE MINING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practical
Note:
a. Field tour must be arranged to acquaint the student with the surface mining practices in
Pakistan.
b. The student must undergo practical training of atleast one month in summer vacation in one or
more surface mines during their studies.
1 Draw a line diagram of an electric power shovel and identify the various components of it. Also
write a short description of each components by searching through the literature.
2 Draw a line diagram of a hydraulic shovel showing the various powered functions of it. Prepare a
report by writing a short note on each of the powered functions.
3 During field tour/practical training, identify the various components of shovel, their functions and
also note the cycle time of power shovel.
4 Draw a line diagram of a front end loader and identify the various components of it. Also write a
short description of each component by searching through the literature.
5 Draw a line diagram of a front end loader and show the various powered functions of it. Prepare a
report by writing a short note on each of the powered function.
6 During field visit/practical training, identify the various components of a front end loader. Also
note the cycle time of a front end loader and compare it with the cycle time of a power shovel.
7 Draw a line diagram of a truck and identify the various components of it. Also write a brief
description of each component by searching through literature.
8 Draw a line diagram of a truck identifying the various powered functions. Prepare a report by
writing a short note on each of the powered functions.
9 During field visit/practical training, identify the various components of a truck and note the cycle
time of that truck.
10 Draw a line diagram of a dozer and identify the various components of it. Also write a short
description of each component by searching through the literature.
11 Draw sketches of different blade types of a dozer and prepare a short report on the functioning of
each.
12 Draw a line diagram of a dozer showing its various powered functions. Write a short report on
each of the powered function.
13 During field visit/practical training, try to identify the various applications of a dozer and write a
shore report.
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MIN 354 SURVEYING - II
OBJECTIVES
To determine the relative position of points on the surface of earth in order that the shape and extent of
any portion of earth surface may be ascertained on map.
To determine the relative heights or elevation of different points on surface of earth.
To prepare a map or plan of surface of earth showing surface features and lines of different elevation
(i.e. contours).
DESCRIPTION
Theodolite Traversing, Triangulation Survey, Tachometric Surveying, Contouring, Curves, Dip and
Fault.
3 Tachometric Surveying. 12
Introduction of tachometric surveying, Instruments used – tachometric and levelling
or Stadia rod; Tachometric methods – Stadia and Substance Bar method; Principal of
Stadia Surveying Method, Measurement of horizontal and vertical distance, Errors in
Stadia Survey; Numerical Problems on Stadia Surveying.
4 Contouring; 10
Definition, contour lines and their characteristics, contour interval method of
contouring; Radial line, Direct and Indirect, Interpretation method and interpretation
of topographic maps profiles.
5 Curves. 12
Elements of a simple circular curve;
Geometry of a simple circular curve;
Laying off horizontal and vertical circular curves; Numerical on curves and super
elevation.
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SURVEY II
Sr.No Practicals
1 To familiarize with theodolite – types of theodolite – function of different parts of
theodolite
- Temporary adjustment of theodolite
- Measurement of horizontal and vertical angles – transiting the theodolite
- Traversing with theodolite – permanent adjustment of theodolite
Division of area into Triangles – measurement of angles of the vertex of the triangles –
3 solution of triangles – calculation of distances between the stations, Base-line measurement
Adjustment of stations and figures – calculation of area of the figure
4 Mapping– Selections of contour interval – contouring with spot levels – square methods of
contouring – interpolation of contours
5 Laying off horizontal curve – circular curves – laying off vertical curves – Exercise on
transition and compound curve
6 Exercise on mine survey – calculation of strike and dip of the seams and deposits of
minerals
Introduction to EDMS, Total Station GPS Survey instruments
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MIN 312 MINE MANAGEMENT, ECONOMICS AND
LEGISLATIONS
OBJECTIVES
To acquaint students with basic principles of Mine Economics and Mine Management. To develop
leadership abilities for effective supervision. To develop their understanding of Mine organization. To
develop and understanding of human factors in industry. To develop social skills and understanding of
psychology in dealing with industrial and labour problems.
3 Scientific management 5
5 Fundamentals of economics 4
6 Marketing dynamics 5
7 Factors of production 4
8 Ore reserves 4
10 Financial Transaction 4
17 Coal mining rules and regulations, metalliferous mining rules and regulations, bye- 4
laws and compensations act
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MIN 372 RESCUE AND SAFETY
OBJECTIVES
To give the introduction to the students about safety measure and safety equipment. How to take rescue
operation, What are the diseases in coal mines and their preventions, Tips for first aid.
DESCRIPTION
Rescue & Recovery, Mine Explosions: Fire Damp Explosions, Coal Dust Explosions, Mine Fires,
Resuscitation & First Aid, Mine Accidents, Occupational Diseases, their causes and prevention.
2 Mine Explosions 9
3. Mine Accidents 3
1. Classification of Accidents.
a) Falls of roof and sides
b) Haulage and winding.
c) Explosive and shot firing.
d) Electrical Hazards
e) Inundation in Mines.
f) Suffocation.
g) Methods of working.
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2. Causes, Prevention and Control.
1. Definition
2. First Aid Equipments
3. General Principles of First Aid.
4. Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation.
5. Physiological aspect of Resuscitation
6. ABC of Resuscitation
7. Expired air Resuscitation
8. Manual Resuscitation
9. Basic life flow chart
10. Hemorrhage, Fracture, Burns
11. How to recover an unconscious person from an irrespirable atmosphere.
12. Reviving apparatus (Pulmotor)
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RESCUE AND SAFETY (PRACTICAL)
Sr.No Practical
1 Construction of dust sampler
2 Measurement of quantity of dust particles with dust sampler
3 Introduction and layout of Rescue Station
4 Introduction to Rescue Apparatuses
5 Mine Safety Lamps and charging station
6 Construction of self contained breathing apparatus BG-174, principle
7 Exercise with BG-174
8 Construction of smoke helmet
9 Construction of gas mask
10 Construction of CO self rescuer and exercise with CO-self rescuer
11 Construction and operation of pulmotor
12 Rescue operation with different types of Equipments
13 Artificial resuscitation
14 First aid to :-
a) Gas effected person
b) Burnt person
c) Electric shock effected person
d) Limb fractured person
e) Drowned person
15 Environment sampling behind the fire stopping and calculation of garaham‟s ratio
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MIN 302 EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING
OBJECTIVES
At the end of the course the student would be able to know different types of explosives, their
properties and applications. The student would also acquire the skill in fostering the safe blasting
practices with the desired end result being accident free, productive blasting.
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PRACTICAL TRAINING
`Hours 216
T P C
0 6 2
OBJECTIVE:
- To acquaint the students with different mining practices and the equipment use for the extraction of the
minerals.
- This will be accomplished by working in surrounding coal and salt mines and lime stones quarries
UNIT-2 Transport 6
2 TH: To explain tract layout in a mine with the help of sleepers
PR: Laying of a track with the help of sleepers with a gauge of 80 cm.
UNIT-3 HOISTING 6
11 TH: To explain the construction and working of various types of hoisting machines used in
mining
PR: Study the construction of various components of the mine hoist and their working at the
Training Mine Shaft
UNIT-4 PUMPS 24
12 TH: To explain the working and construction of different types of mine pumps
PR: Study the construction of various parts and the working of the following mine pumps
a) Volute type centrifugal pumps
b) Turbine type multi-stage centrifugal pumps
c) Vertical turbine type pumps
d) Reciprocating Pump
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13 UNIT-5 FANS 12
TH: Explain the construction and characteristics of different types of mine fans
PR: Study the construction of varius parts and characteristics of
a) axial flow mine fan, b) Centrifugal/blower fan
19 PRT: 1. Study of shaft hoist, its parts, working principle and its function 18
2. Study of which haulage at Training Mine incline. Its parts working 18
principle and function
3. Study of shaft sinking method at Training Mine 18
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Drilling and blasting
20 TH: State the working principle of drill hammers, drills and auger machines
Explain drilling patterns and their use in underground surface mining
Explain explosive and their uses
22 Underground supports
Explain different types of supports with different materials and cross-
sections.
Explain their use and fixing of different support in different x-sections, rock
bolts
In a selected coal mine conduct ventilation survey from low level to high 18
level
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PRACTICAL TRAINING
3RD YEAR CLASS
SALT MINING
WORKING DAYS ACTIVITY
Ist day Shifting of compressor, pipes, augers, drill machines, tools etc. to the site (preparation of
road + site if any for working)
2nd day TH: Explanation of salt mining, safety & security of working and explosive handling
PR: Installation of compressor, steel pipes and hose pipes.
4th day to11thday Practice of drilling, charging, blasting and loading of salt in to tubs by each student)
SURFACE MINING
LIME STONE QUARRYING
WORKING DAYS ACTIVITY
Ist day Shifting of compressor, pipes, wagon drill, jack hammers, picks, tools etc. to Lime Stone
quarry site
2nd day TH: Explain surface Mining and Quarrying development of benches of Lime Stone, Safety,
Security and explosive handling
Explain angle of repose slope stability
PR: Preparation of drilling place. Installation of wagon drill and hose pipes
3rd day TH: Explain working and function of wagon drill compressor and their parts
PR: Practice study operation of compressor and wagon drill
Start drilling practice with jack hammer
4th day PR: Drilling practice with jack hammer & picking practice with pick hammer.
1st day TH: Explain purpose and prevailing methods of working in coal mines
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7th day PR: Visit to nearby coal mines carrying out the exercise of coal cutting at face, loading into bags
or tubes, transportation by haulage or conveyor etc. Conducting a ventilation survey of a
small circuit: measuring quantity of air at in let and out let. At the end of every day trainees
would present a report of their visit conducted.
8th day TH: Explain purpose and prevailing methods of working in the mines to be visited
to Explain report writing
12th day PR: Visit to any of the following mines :
i) Silica sand quarries
ii) Dolomite/lime stone quarries
iii) Visit of open pit mining
iv) Fire clay quarries and mines
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v) Gypsum quarries
vi) Marble / phosphate / china clay / gem stone or any other mine
vii) Dam / Rail / Road / Power supply tunnels
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