Mining Geotechnics Course
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This course equips mining professionals with essential geotechnical skills for assessing and stabilising open pit walls and underground drifts. Participants learn rock mass characterisation using RMR and Q-systems, support design, groundwater and blasting management, monitoring strategies, and report writing to enhance safety and decision-making at mine sites. Ideal for geologists and engineers seeking practical tools for risk assessment and clear communication.

4.0 in rating
4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on expertise in mining geotechnics, covering rock mass assessment with RMR and Q-systems, slope stability via limit equilibrium, support design for drifts and pits, groundwater control, blasting effects, monitoring plans, and professional reporting to boost mine safety and operations.
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Develop skills
- Rock slope stability analysis using kinematic and limit equilibrium methods.
- Rock mass classification with RMR and Q-systems for mine support.
- Underground support design including bolts, mesh, and shotcrete.
- Open pit stabilisation through drainage, blasting, and support planning.
- Monitoring programs and clear geotechnical reporting.
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