vision

A leading academic and

research institution on
mining, metallurgical, and
materials engineering that
employs a multidisciplinary
holistic approach for
national and global
progress.

mission
To provide top-quality
EDUCATION in mining,
metallurgical, and
materials engineering using
advanced facilities
through high-calibre and
internationally recognized
faculty members;
To foster INGENUITY and
PRODUCTIVITY on
sustainable and clean
mineral and metal
extraction technologies;
synthesis, processing, and
characterization of smart
and functional materials
and materials for energy
from indigenous resources;
To render socially relevant
and exceptional
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES in
mining, metallurgical, and
materials engineering
through dynamic and
competent faculty
members and staff.

Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

College of Engineering
University of the Philippines

EM 10
Principles of Mining
1st Semester AY 2016-2017
Socio-economic importance & characteristics of the mineral industry.
Principles of mineral exploration, mine development, exploitation & rehabilitation.
Introduction to surface & underground mining methods.

WFW/WFX course credit 3 units

prerequisites /corequisite Geol 11, Geol 11.1 & ES 1
class schedule WF 1:00-2:30/WF 2:30-4:00 room
DMMME Room 307
section

RUSSELL ROY M. PALMEJAR

TTh 10 a.m. 3 p.m.
email russell.palmejar@coe.upd.edu.ph
faculty

consultation hours

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1. COURSE OUTCOMES
At end of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Explain the socio-economic importance of mineral industry
2. Describe the stages of mining and their fundamentals
3. Identify the regulations related to mining
4. Differentiate the types of mining methods

2. TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES

2.1. Learning Activities
Meeting
No.

Learning and
Teaching
Activities

Topic

Class policies and course orientation

Socio-economic importance and characteristics of

mineral Industry

3,4,5

Discussion
Assignment
Lecture

Stages of mining

Assignment

Course
Outcomes

1
2, 3

Prospecting and Exploration

Lecture

6,7

Mineral deposits

8,9

Methods of prospecting: Geochemical and

geophysical

Lecture

10,11

Reserve estimation techniques

Lecture

11

Factors in Mine Development

Sequence of Development

Discussion

Group activities

Development

12,13
14

Land acquisition, environment protection and

safety requirements

Lecture
Discussion
Lecture

Modes of entry UG and Surface

2, 3
2

Exploitation
15
16,17,18

Mining methods classification system

Introduction to surface mining methods

Lecture
Discussion
Lecture

2, 4
2, 4

Lecture
19,20,21,
22,23,24

Introduction to underground mining methods

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Discussion

2, 4

Group activities

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Meeting
No.
25,26
27

Topic

Learning and
Teaching
Activities
Discussion

Production operations

Group activities
Lecture

Impoundment and dams

Course
Outcomes
2
2, 3

Mine Decommissioning
28

Mine closure, sealing, and abandonment

29

Regulations on mine decommissioning

Lecture
Group activities
Lecture
Discussion

2, 4
2, 4

Auxiliary and Postmining Operations

30

Auxiliary Operations

31

Postmining Operations

32

Course Conclusion

Lecture
Lecture
Group activities
Discussion

2
2
1,2,3,4

2.2. Other Teaching And Learning Activities Information

2.2.1. Lectures. The main source of information is the instructor. However, students are also
encouraged to read in advance so they can ask the right question during class.
2.2.2. Discussion. Inputs from the instructors and the students will be part of the learning of
the whole class especially on topics where the students had been tasked to read on in
advance.
2.2.3. Group Activities. This includes, but is not limited to, reporting, presentation, library
work, brainstorming and problem solving.
2.2.4. Assignments. Certain topics will be assigned to students to research on their own. This
activity will enable the students to have a prior knowledge of the topic to be discussed.
2.2.5. Consultation. Consultation schedule of the instructors is written in the first page of
this syllabus. Students may consult the instructors for questions, clarification and further
discussion of the topics.

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3. ASSESSMENT
3.1. Assessment Summary and Coverage
Assessment Type
Long Exam I
Long Exam II
Long Exam III
Quizzes, Participation, Reports, group
activities, assignments
Final Examination
TOTAL

Schedule
29 Sep 2016 (Thu)
27 Oct 2016 (Thu)
06 Dec 2016 (Fri)

Weight
20%
20%
20%
15%

Finals Week

25%
100%

Assessment

Covered Topics

Long Exam I

Introduction, Prospecting, Exploration

Long Exam II

Development, Surface mining

Underground Mining, Production, Mine closure,
Auxiliary and Postmining operations

Long Exam III

3.2. Grade Transmutation

GRADE
X 92
88 X < 92
84 X < 88
80 X < 84
76 X < 80

Equivalent
1.00
1.25
1.50
1.75
2.00

GRADE
72 X < 76
68 X < 72
64 X < 68
60 X < 64
X < 60

Equivalent
2.25
2.50
2.75
3.00
5.00

4. LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1. Text References. Listed below are some of the texts that you may use as reference materials
for this course. You are advised to also use other books not in the list that discuss principles of
mining.
Hartman, H. L., Mutmansky, J.M. Introductory Mining Engineering, 2nd edition, John
Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey, 2002
Lewis, R. S., Clark, G. B., Elements of Mining. 4th edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1946
Peele, Robert, Mining Engineers Handbook. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York, 1927.
Hustrulid, W.A. (Ed) Underground Mining Methods Handbook, Society of Mining
Engineers, AIME, New York, 1982

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5. POLICIES & GUIDELINES

5.1. Attendance. Attendance is required in the course. A student will be marked absent 20
minutes after the start of the class.
A student with a total six (6) absences shall be dropped from the subject immediately. If the
majority of the absences are not excused, the student shall be given a grade of 5.00 upon
being thus dropped.
Valid/excused absences include: sickness (student must be incapable of attending his classes),
death of an immediate family member (father, mother, siblings), and participation to
competitions, conferences, etc representing the university. The absence will only be
considered as excused with the student presenting supporting documents.
5.2. Missed Quizzes. There will be announced and unannounced quizzes. Missed quizzes will be
marked zero. If the student came in class during an announced quiz, s/he will not be allowed
to take the quiz and will be graded zero. If student is excused, the missed quiz will not be part
of the computation. Only two quizzes can be excused. No make-up quizzes will be given.
5.3. Missed Exam. A missed exam due to unexcused absence shall be marked zero. A student who
missed one (1) exam due to a valid excuse (e.g. excused absence) will be given a make-up
exam that s/he will take as soon as s/he is able to attend his/her classes.
A second missed exam, whether excused or not, will be marked zero. Otherwise, s/he will be
given a grade of 5.0 if s/he does not drop the course.
5.4. Submission of technical papers and reports. A paper/report submitted after the set
deadline will automatically marked as zero. Submission a day ahead of the deadline will merit
a bonus of 5% of the total points given that the paper/report has a grade of equal or more than
to 60%.
5.5. Meeting Start and Dismissal. The meeting should start on time and be dismissed at least 10
minutes before the scheduled end time. By then, the student may leave without any
repercussion. It will be the instructors responsibility to inform the students of the important
points or instructions given, if any, on the last 10 minutes.

6. OTHER NOTES
6.1. Portfolio. One of the strategies of the Department to ensure the provision of top-quality
education in mining engineering is the assessment of the performance of the whole class. To
do this, the students need to submit a compilation of all outputs (e.g. quizzes, written reports,
exams, etc.) that we will call portfolio.
6.2. Use of Electronic Devices. Laptops, mobile phones, tablets, and other electronic devices must
not be used during classes.

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6.3. Academic Integrity. It is expected that the student follow the highest principles of
academic honesty. Any form of work that will be submitted should be their own or should
have the work of others clearly documented and acknowledged.
All students must be committed to the principles of intellectual honesty and integrity.
Once found responsible of an academic dishonesty violation (cheating, fabrication,
plagiarism, sabotage, participation in academically dishonest activities, facilitating
academic dishonesty), a student will be subjected to the University's rules and regulations
which may result to a failing mark and expulsion from the university.
UP Draft Student Code of Conduct 2012. Article III No. 14
Definition of intellectual dishonesty as any fraudulent act
performed by a student to achieve academic advantage or gain for oneself
or others, including but not limited to: plagiarism, fabrication, copying or
submission of the same work in two or more courses.
Cheating in quizzes, homework, and exams, as well as academic dishonesty in general, will not
and never be tolerated. Any attempt at cheating in any requirement will result to a grade
of zero for that requirement and a case forwarded to the Student Disciplinary Council
(SDC) through channels. Grade for the course will only be released upon resolution of the
case. Course withdrawals to avoid getting a grade of 5.0 will not be permitted.
6.4. Special Services
If you are a student with special needs and require accommodations, you must be registered
with the Universitys Office of Counselling and Guidance (OCG). Students must provide current
documentation to OCG which identifies their special needs and need for accommodation(s).
Students must meet instructors with appropriate notification from OCG of the approved
accommodation as early in the semester as possible. You may learn more about the services of
the Office of Counselling and Guidance by visiting its office at the Vinsons Hall.

7. DISCLAIMER
The information contained within this syllabus may be amended as the need arises. Amendments
may include additional or substitute teaching and learning activities, number of meetings per
topic, order of topics, etc. These variations will be discussed to class before taking effect.
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