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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDZ403 |
| Name | Mining Machines and Excavation Mechanization |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZEN KILIÇ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ÖZEN KILIÇ
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To information about open pit and underground mining machines, developing the necessary understanding to choose the best machines for the selected underground operation; to teach performance and capacity calculations of mining machines and developing the necessary awareness on how to efficently work with mining machines without jeopardizing the safety and health regulations. To introduce some excavating machinery's equipment and technology used in mining, galleries, tunnels and engineering constructions, and determine properties affecting machinery efficiency and supporting optimum machinery selection.
Course Content
Surface mining machines, Underground mining equipment and complexes; continuous mining machines, roadheading machines, tunnel boring machines, bolting machines, Mobil miners, lodeers and belt conveyors. Gallery and tunneling machines, hammers and chisels used in open and underground pits, cutting principles,rock properties that affect the efficiency of the machine
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Lecture Notes, Books, and Other Resources
Notes
Internet Resources
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines and explains mining equipment and technology. |
| LO02 | Classifies and compares underground and open-pit mining equipment. |
| LO03 | Explains the effects of energy sources on mining machines, workplace safety, and efficiency. |
| LO04 | Explains the basic operations, applications, general characteristics, and design criteria of equipment. |
| LO05 | Analyzes new developments and equipment specifications. |
| LO06 | Identifies and compares the equipment and technology of excavation machines. |
| LO07 | Selects and justifies the appropriate equipment and machinery based on the underground production method to be applied. |
| LO08 | Explains and classifies excavation machinery equipment and technology. |
| LO09 | Selects and justifies the appropriate machinery for a specific task. |
| LO10 | Explains the factors necessary to achieve optimal efficiency from excavation machinery. |
| LO11 | Identifies and analyzes the factors affecting excavation efficiency. |
| LO12 | Explains and applies safe operation methods for excavation machinery. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 5 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, Cine-show, an overview of the equipment used in mines (underground and surface) | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Availability, flexibility, utility and reliability of the Equipment, Energy systems used in machines | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Fracture and fragmentation effects of the theories and the machines, Drilling machines and elements | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Hydraulic breakers,surface and underground applications, Machines used inmaterial handling | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Machines used in carrying material transportation, Skid, design features, applications in mining and capacity calculations | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | LHD equipment, design features, applications in mining and capacity calculations, | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Underground excavation equipment used in long-standing | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid term | Lecture notes-related links | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Introduction to mechanics and mechanization of excavation, The machines that provide mechanization during coal excavation | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Gallery and tunneling machinery, Excavation and loading machines used in open pit | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Excavation and loading machines used in underground, Hydraulic breakers | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Pen and wedge-tipped chisels used in excavation machines, Disc cutters used for excavation and cutting machines | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | The star and hobnailed cutters used for excavation machines, Manufacturing of cutting tools and the effects of manufacturing factors on cutter wear | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | The cutter design and rock properties that effects cutter wear, Rock properties that affect the efficiency of the machine: the strength and stiffness | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Rock properties that affect the efficiency of the machine:wear and tissue characteristics | Lecture notes-related links | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Lecture notes-related links | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Lecture notes-related links | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||