RSE4010 Mine and tunnel planning
Faculty of Engineering
RSE4010 Mine and tunnel planning is a level 4, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs ENG2005.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before RSE4010
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After RSE4010
No unit lists RSE4010 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Overview
This unit deals with technical and engineering aspects of mine and tunnel planning. Mine planning includes subsurface investigation and resource evaluation, technical and economic feasibility, mining method and equipment selection, and environmental and social responsibilities. Tunnel planning involves geological investigation and interpretation, subsurface ground profiles and ground conditions, technical feasibility, tunnel route and shape, tunnel construction methods and equipment, and environmental and social impacts.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Assignment 1Written40%
- Assignment 2Written20%
- Assignment 3Presentation40%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Determine strategies for mine and tunnel planning and assess their impacts on investigation, design, construction, development and production.
- 2
Generate technical and economical feasibility report and project plans for mine and tunnel projects.
- 3
Apply mine and tunnel planning knowledge in mine and tunnel design, development and construction.
- 4
Engage effectively as an engineer to produce a written report and present mine and tunnel plans to various audiences.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachSimulation or virtual practice
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 of hours independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Through real or hypothetical cases, you will analyse and apply theories and principles to gain practical insights and enhance decision-making abilities.
You will utilise software simulations to engage in virtual environments, enabling you to apply theoretical concepts, develop decision-making skills and gain practical experience, effectively preparing you for real-world challenges.
This unit promotes active learning through workshops, allowing you to practise and apply concepts learned in lectures, focusing on design methods and real-world applications.
You will engage in problem-based projects during workshops and assignments, applying your knowledge to solve real-world problems and develop critical thinking skills.
Where it fits
RSE4010 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Jian Zhao
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Jian Zhao
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for RSE4010?
You need ENG2005 before you enrol.
When is RSE4010 offered?
In 2027, RSE4010 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is RSE4010?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does RSE4010 have an exam?
No. RSE4010 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include RSE4010?
RSE4010 is part of Mining engineering.