Underground Mining
Basic Principles of Block Cave Mining
Introduction to the design, sequencing and rock engineering considerations of block cave mining.
Overview
This programme introduces the basic principles of block cave mining, including undercutting, draw control, cave propagation and the rock engineering considerations that govern a caving operation.
Competencies & outcomes
- Describe the block caving method and its layouts
- Explain undercutting, cave propagation and draw control
- Identify the rock engineering risks specific to caving operations
Entry requirements
- Mining, planning or rock engineering personnel
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