JM618 Mining Geology

6 ECTS - 4-0 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 4 National Credit

Information

Code JM618
Name Mining Geology
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 4 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Yüksek Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. MUSTAFA AKYILDIZ


Course Goal

To teach the determination of mineral deposits which have different formations by classifying their textures and re-wall rock relations

Course Content

The distribution of elements in the Earths crust, structure, texture relations, igneous, volcanic and sedimentary ore deposits.

Course Precondition

No prerequisites.

Resources

Understandıng Mıneral Deposıts Kula C. Misra

Notes

Metalik Maden yatakları


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Chooses the most appropriate mining exploration model.
LO02 Defines structural relations with mineral deposits
LO03 have knowledge about the formation of ore.
LO04 Develops a mining exploration model
LO05 Calculates mining reserves.
LO06 Adapts the therotical exploration methods to the application.
LO07 Knows and applies the methods of prospecting.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have advanced hypothetical and applied knowledge in geological engineering fields 5
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering 1
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to do research independently in his/her field as well as in other fields and present the results effectively 4
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to be aware of life-long learning and follow the innovations in his/her field and to be able to use them efficiently
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields. 5
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Have the ability to use modern technologies and computer simulation to develop new projects and solve advanced engineering problems
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Uses the knowledge gained in the field of Geological Engineering, systematic thinking and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies. 1
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices. 2
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal It carries the necessary sense of responsibility, professional and ethical responsibility to use natural resources in the most efficient way. 4


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction, Description and Prospecting concept Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Örnek Olay, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme
2 Factors in the evaluation of orebody Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Folds and mineralization relationship Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım
4 Mineralization and structural geology relationship ,Deformation elipsoid and its application to formation and orientation of mineralised veins ,Faults and mineralization relationship ,Pre-mineral and postmineral faulting and their importance in mineral deposits Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
5 Prospecting for mineral deposits Mineralogical guides and controls Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
6 Gossan and oxidation products and their importance in search of new deposit Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
7 Wall rock alteration associated with hydrothermal deposits and its bearing on mineral prospection Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
8 Mid-Term Exam Performance evaluation, homework Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
9 Stratigraphic and lithologic guides Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
10 Geophysical prospection methods: Gravity, magnetics, electrical methods Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
11 Geochemical prospection methods: Heavy mineral prospection, stream sediment surveys, soil surveys, biogeochemical prospecting; determination of background, threshold and anomaly contrast; use of probability diagrams Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım
12 Changes in mineral deposits Sampling, Determination of orebody boundaries Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
13 Restriction of Orebody and impact area Area calculation Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
14 Reserve calculation methods: Geological cross section methods, Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
15 polygon method, isopach method and practices Lecture, Individual Study, case study Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Alıştırma ve Uygulama
16 Term Exams Performance evaluation, homework Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
17 Term Exams Performance evaluation, homework Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 12 12
Final Exam 1 26 26
Total Workload (Hour) 150
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,00
ECTS 6 ECTS