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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| MINING ENGINEERING (PhD) | |
| Code | MD618 |
| Name | Environmental Geomechanics and Risk Management in Mining |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. Esma KAHRAMAN |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The objective is to educate researchers who are capable of advanced analysis of the mechanical impacts of mining activities on the Earth’s crust together with their environmental dimensions, who can evaluate the risks arising from these impacts using scientific methods, and who can develop effective risk management strategies in accordance with the principles of sustainable mining. In this context, the course addresses the interaction between soil and rock mechanics behavior and environmental effects; examines critical geomechanical problems such as slope stability, the safety of underground openings, subsidence, and deformation processes; and aims to provide advanced techniques and approaches for the identification, modeling, monitoring, and management of the environmental and operational risks caused by these problems.
Course Content
Introduction to the environmental geomechanical impacts of mining activities, Stress-strain behavior in rock masses and environmental interactions, Soil stability problems in underground and open-pit mining, Water-rock interaction and hydrogeomechanical processes, Identification, classification and assessment of environmental risks, Risk analysis methods (qualitative and quantitative approaches), Early warning systems and monitoring technologies, Risk mitigation strategies and sustainable mining practice.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Jaeger, C. 1979. Rock Mechanics and Engineering. Cambridge University Press. Engineering rock mechanics: an introduction to the principles. Elsevier. Jaeger, J. C., Cook, N. G., & Zimmerman, R. (2009). Fundamentals of rock mechanics. John Wiley & Sons. Down, C. G., & Stocks, J. (1977). Environmental impact of mining.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Analyze the geomechanical behavior of the Earth’s crust under mining activities in conjunction with environmental effects at an advanced level. |
| LO02 | Evaluate and model slope stability, underground openings, and deformation processes using soil and rock mechanics parameters. |
| LO03 | Identify and assess risks arising from environmental geomechanical problems using qualitative and quantitative methods. |
| LO04 | Develop risk management strategies aligned with sustainable mining principles based on risk assessment outcomes. |
| LO05 | Conduct independent scientific research and propose innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on master's qualifications, they develop their knowledge in the mining engineering field at the level of expertise. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field of mining engineering. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains a high level of proficiency in the methods and skills required for expertise with the new knowledge gained in a field. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | With the theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of mining engineering, they creates original designs that will bring innovation to science. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses applied knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field of mining engineering in R&D studies. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Can design new systems with R&D studies in the field of expertise. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Be able to systematically approach new knowledge in the field of mining engineering. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applying a method related to the Mining Operations field to a different field or developing a unique method. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can use computer software on subjects related to mining engineering. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | They can apply the knowledge and problem solving skills they have internalized in the mining engineering specialties in interdisciplinary studies. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It contributes to the science and technology literature by publishing the outputs of its academic studies in respected academic environments. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gains problem solving ability in the field of mining engineering. | 5 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Can produce solutions to social, scientific and moral issues by using strategic decision making processes. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Can communicate effectively, demonstrating effectiveness in advocating original views within an expert community. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Contribute to scientific discussions by communicating in at least one foreign language, verbally or visually. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Develop computer software on subjects related to mining engineering. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Introduction and Conceptual Framework | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Fundamentals of Geomechanics | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Rock Mass Classification Systems | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Slope Stability (Surface Mining) | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Underground Openings and Support Systems | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Mining-Induced Deformation and Subsidence | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Hydro-Geomechanical Interactions | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Environmental Impacts and Geomechanics | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Risk Concepts and Types | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Monitoring and Early Warning Systems | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Risk Management Strategies | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Case Studies / Mining Accidents and Slope Failures | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Case Studies / Analysis of successful-Unsuccessful Practices | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 15 | Case Studies / Group Discussions | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Lecture notes and references cited in the sources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 15 | 4 | 60 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 15 | 4 | 60 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||