Planning and Optimisation of Underground and Open Pit Miness (MRM 19)

Overview

Participants will explore the full planning cycle, from mine design to scheduling and optimisation strategies for both open pit and underground mines. Key topics include mineral resource management, risk analysis, reporting compliance, constraints modelling, and integrated planning techniques. The course also provides in-depth coverage of surface and underground mine optimisation methods, mine scheduling tools, and safety in planning. Through practical assignments and a final research project, students will learn to apply core planning principles and evaluate real-world mine planning scenarios. This course equips students with the knowledge to lead complex mine design projects and make data-driven decisions that balance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Ideal for mine planners, engineers, surveyors, geologists, and contractors, this course may be completed as a standalone offering or as part of a broader Mineral Resource Management Certificate pathway. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.

Duration

16 Weeks

Format

Daily lectures (08:30–16:30) for 1 week + assessments

Pricing

VAT Incl. = R24,500.00