Introductory Mining Engineering - Softcover

Hartman, Howard L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471628042 ISBN 13: 9780471628040

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1987

Synopsis

This beginning text and elementary reference book in mining engineering adopts both a quantitive and a numerical approach. An in-depth treatment of the applications of mining engineering is given and the material is reinforced with clear, complete analyses of special topics as well as numerical examples and problems. Novel methods are highlighted and case studies, answers to selected problems, extensive references and bibliography are provided with both English and SI/metric units.

About this title

From the Back Cover

An introductory text and reference on mining engineering highlighting the latest in mining technology

Introductory Mining Engineering outlines the role of the mining engineer throughout the life of a mine, including prospecting for the deposit, determining the site′s value, developing the mine, extracting the mineral values, and reclaiming the land afterward. This Second Edition is written with a focus on sustainability–managing land to meet the economic and environmental needs of the present while enhancing its ability to also meet the needs of future generations. Coverage includes aboveground and underground methods of mining for a wide range of substances, including metals, nonmetals, and fuels.

Completely up to date, this book presents the latest information on such technologies as remote sensing, GPS, geophysical surveying, and mineral deposit evaluation, as well as continuous integrated mining operations and autonomous trucks. Also included is new information on landscape restoration, regional planning, wetlands protection, subsidence mitigation, and much more.

New chapters include coverage of:
∗ Environmental responsibilities
∗ Regulations
∗ Health and safety issues

Generously supplemented with more than 200 photographs, drawings, and tables, Introductory Mining Engineering, Second Edition is an indispensable book for mining engineering students and a comprehensive reference for professionals.

About the Author

HOWARD L. HARTMAN, PhD, was Drummond Chair and professor of Mining Engineering at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.
JAN M. MUTMANSKY, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Mining Engineering at Pennsylvania State University in University Park. The authors also coauthored Mine Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Third Edition (with R. V. Ramani and Y. J. Wang), published by Wiley.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471628042
• ISBN 13: 9780471628040
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 634