Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out geology and mining engineering missions, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques relating to geology, applied mineralogy, applied petrography, hydrogeology and the study of flows underground, applied geophysics, geology with information technology, geostatistics, research and the evaluation of deposits of mineral and energy materials, rock mechanics and rock masses related to mining engineering, planning and exploitation of mineral and energy resources, development of minerals and waste, characterisation, management and treatment of polluted sites, natural hazards and environmental problems.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of methods and new and emerging technologies in the fields of mining engineering and geology.
• Work effectively in teams, develop leadership, make decisions in multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international contexts.
• Interact effectively with others to carry out common projects in various contexts (multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international).
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally, by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Select and use the written and oral communication methods and materials adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Use and produce scientific and technical documents (reports, plans, specifications) adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Show an open and critical mind by bringing to light technical and non-technical issues of analysed problems and proposed solutions.
• Exploit the different means available in order to inform and train independently.
• Contribute by researching the innovative solution of a problem in engineering sciences.
• Collect and analyse data rigorously.

Learning Outcomes of UE

have a wide view of the exploitation of mineral resources both by open cast and underground methods, and comparison with quarrying operations in Belgium;
practice another technical language, especially English;
acquire skills on security recommendations specific to the mining sector.

Content of UE

A trip of about 10 days is organized in a country where various mining methods can be encountered. During visits, different aspects of the exploitation of mineral resources are addressed: general geology, metallogeny, mining methods and development techniques (geometry of the methods), management of production and supply to processing plants, mineral processing, metallurgical extraction, security, environment, mining economy, etc.

Prior Experience

Geology; extraction of mineral resources; rock mechanics; design and construction of mining engineering structures; deep wells; reservoir engineering; mineral processing.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Presentation and/or works
• Graded tests

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

The interrogation is organised as a quizz during the last day of the trip; its weight is 20% of the overall mark. A report in English is written by each student after the trip and is evaluated with an emphasis on personal observations. Bibliographic references are available in the Mining Department of the Faculty to help students in writing the report; students can also ask questions to people involved in teaching mining and related techniques. The report is weighted 100% of the total mark.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

If the report is of poor quality, it is asked the student to rewrite it without having to perform a new trip.