Foundation Programme in Mine Planning & Design

Course Introduction

Designed for professionals in Mining & Minerals Engineering, this five-day foundation-level course builds practical command of Mine Planning & Design. Every session pairs a clear concept with a workplace exercise, so learning turns into capability rather than notes.

Training Objectives

• 01Describe how Mine Planning & Design is defined, governed and measured in international practice
• 02Work through typical situations in mine sites, processing plants and ground control using structured Mine Planning & Design techniques
• 03Recognise common risks, errors and non-conformities linked to Mine Planning & Design — and how to prevent them
• 04Choose the right indicators and records to monitor Mine Planning & Design over time
• 05Translate the course learning into a realistic plan agreed with your line manager

What You Will Take Away

• A field-ready checklist you can use on your next job
• Worked calculation and troubleshooting examples
• Reference tables and rules of thumb for daily decisions

Who Should Attend

• Mining & Geological Engineers
• Mine Site Supervisors
• HSE Officers in Mining
• Mineral Processing Technicians

Prerequisites: No prior specialist knowledge is required.

Training Methodology

Sessions are paced for newcomers — plain-language explanations, worked examples and small-group practice — with time each day for questions. Case material and examples are drawn from mine sites, processing plants and ground control.

Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)

• Day 1
  Foundations and context

  Key terms, roles and the regulatory background behind Mine Planning & Design, with examples from mine sites, processing plants and ground control.

• Day 2
  Methods and standards in depth

  A detailed look at frameworks, codes and decision methods used in Mine Planning & Design.

• Day 3
  Practical workshop day

  Group exercises and simulations that put Mine Planning & Design techniques to work.

• Day 4
  Case-study day

  Real-world cases, failure analysis and improvement options related to Mine Planning & Design.

• Day 5
  Action plan and assessment

  Review, individual action plans and a short assessment to confirm readiness to apply Mine Planning & Design.

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