Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Imagine, design, carry out and implement projects and solutions to address a complex problem in the fields of geology and mining engineering by integrating needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Identify complex problems to be solved and formulate the specifications by integrating client needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Based on experiments in the laboratory, in the field, and of modelling, design one or more projects or solutions addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters listed in the specifications.
• Implement a selected solution in the form of a drawing, a pattern, a plan, a model, a prototype, software and/or a digital model.
• Evaluate the approach and results for their adaptation (strength, optimisation and quality).
• 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.
• Analyse and model a problem by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches (modelling, calculations), and taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of methods and new and emerging technologies in the fields of mining engineering and geology.
• Assess the validity of models and results in view of the state of science and characteristics of the problem.
• Plan, manage and lead projects in view of their objectives, resources and constraints, ensuring the quality of activities and deliverables.
• Define and align the project in view of its objectives, resources and constraints.
• Assess the approach and achievements, regulate them in view of the observations and feedback received.
• Respect deadlines and timescales
• 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).
• Contribute to the management and coordination of a team that may be composed of people of different levels and disciplines.
• Identify skills and resources, and research external expertise if necessary.
• Make decisions, individually or collectively, taking into account the parameters involved (human, technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• 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.
• Argue to and persuade customers, teachers and a board, both orally and in writing.
• 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.
• Finalise a realistic career plan in line with the realities in the field and their profile (aspirations, strengths, weaknesses, etc.).
• 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.
• Design and implement technical analysis, experimental studies and numerical modelling.
• Collect and analyse data rigorously.
• Communicate, in writing and orally, on the approach and its results in highlighting both the scientific criteria of the research conducted and the theoretical and technical innovation potential, as well as possible non-technical issues.

Learning Outcomes of UE

understand the complexity of mining projects;
synthesize geological data and techniques available;
build data bases and a geological 3D model;
dimension and draw the future exploitation;
choose technical means and infrastructures and performs some simulations to assess the economic feasibility of the project (use of the GEOVIA-GEMS software). Concerning seminars, apprehend the different facets of the mining engineer job (industry/R&D);
follow seminars of various technical and scientific levels and make a synthesis of information.

Content of UE

Exploration of the deposit; evaluation of the mining reserves; design and optimisation of the mining methods; choice of basic techniques; engineering workings; investments and operating costs evaluation; actualisation and economical assessment of projects : net present value and internal rate of return; building the project on the computer by a group of 3 to 4 students. Lectures on various aspects of the mining engineering: drilling techniques and reservoir engineering, underground storage of radioactive waste, mining damages and other environmental impacts (vibrations, noise, etc), mining regulation, special techniques in rock mechanics (hydraulic fracturing, rock destructibility, etc), creation and management of deep drilling, creation and manufacturing of drilling tools, underground storage of gas, etc.

Prior Experience

Extraction of mineral resources; design and construction of mining engineering structures; geostatistics; mining economy, rock mechanics, deep drilling and reservoir engineering.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

The exam is weighted 50% of the total mark. It is organised into two parts without any documentation: a general question to be prepared in a form of a written dissertation and an oral presentation. All students prepare the same general question for about one hour. The oral part consists in customised questions that deal with all the content of the course.
The practical works are summarised in a report to be supplied about a week ptior to the exam date (30%). This report written by a group of 3 to 4 students will be evaluated individually during the oral part of the exam (20%). Weight: 50% of the total credits.
Weight of seminars: 1credit. Students make an individual written report on one of the seminars. The report is a synthesis of information provided during the seminar and must include student's personal comments.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Project: The exam concerns all the 5 credits of the course.
The theoretical questions can be completed by some others dealing with the report if the student failed to produce an acceptable result during the first session. In some cases one can ask the student (or group of students) to rewrite the report. Seminars: Writing of a new report on the same seminar.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable