Code
Name/Description
Credits
COMM 185
Industrial Communications
1
You will develop employability skills in both oral and written communications, including writing for the workplace, preparing job search documents and developing effective interpersonal communication skills.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 16.0
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 127, COMM 186, COMM 187, COMM 188
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online
EQPT 104
Raise Bore Drill Parts
5
You will receive an introduction to the parts of the six component assemblies of a raise bore drill and learn the purpose of each component.
Credit Units: 5
Course Hours: 70.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 105
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
EQPT 105
Drill String and Wrenching System
10
The course covers the components and purpose of the Drill String and Wrenching System and the safe use of wrenching tools.
Credit Units: 10
Course Hours: 150.0
Prerequisites(s): EQPT 106
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
EQPT 106
Drill Console and Pendant Controls
5
You will practice operating controls on the drill console. You will study the function of switches, gauges, valves and warning lights on the primary control console and the portable control pendants (consoles). You will also learn safe operating procedures.
Credit Units: 5
Course Hours: 80.0
Prerequisites(s): EQPT 104
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
EQPT 107
Equipment Setup and Takedown
8
You will become familiar with the procedures required to safely and efficiently move, setup, takedown and store a raise bore drill.
Credit Units: 8
Course Hours: 120.0
Prerequisites(s): EQPT 105
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
GEOL 145
Ground Control 1
3
The course provides information on rock formations, rock properties, sources of ground movement, equipment and a demonstration of scaling procedures.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 141
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery
MINE 100
Raise Bore Drilling Process
1
The course includes hands-on operation of the raise bore and box hole drilling processes. You will examine rock mechanics and the advantages of raise boring over manual rise mining methods.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 10.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 103
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MINE 101
Drilling the Pilot Hole
16
You will gain an understanding of the procedures and hands-on skills required to safely and efficiently drill a pilot hole.
Credit Units: 16
Course Hours: 240.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 100
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MINE 102
Reaming the Raise
11
You will experience practical hands-on operating procedures to safely and efficiently ream a raise. You will learn inspection procedures, how to collar the raise, handle cuttings and procedures to remove and store reaming equipment.
Credit Units: 11
Course Hours: 160.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 101
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MINE 103
Maintenance and Testing Procedures
1
The course provides an introduction to the drill records maintenance system and how to conduct drill rod and bit testing procedures.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 10.0
Prerequisites(s): SFTY 109
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MINE 104
Drilling in Uranium Ore
1
You will participate in a supervised, hands-on operation of raise bore equipment in uranium ore.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 10.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 102
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
You will become familiar with types of manual drilling equipment (Jackleg and Stoper drills) and their components. You will develop safe operating procedures and hands-on skills as you rig-in and operate manual drills.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 50.0
Prerequisites(s): RIGG 103
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
MINE 141
Mine Ventilation 1
1
You will receive an introduction to the purpose of mine ventilation systems, the types of systems used in underground mines and the components of mine ventilation systems.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 20.0
Prerequisites(s): SUPP 135
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery
MINE 159
Shaft Operations
1
You will study the components of a mine shaft and general shaft safety procedures.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 20.0
Prerequisites(s): MINE 145
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery
RIGG 103
Rigging and Staging
3
You will learn about the types of rigging, staging equipment and devices used in underground mines. You will practice the hands-on skills needed to hang pipe and use fixed and mobile staging equipment.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): WORK 144
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
SFTY 109
Basic Safety and Maintenance
10
You will review the general and company-specific basic safety principles and maintenance procedures required to operate a raise bore drilling system.
Credit Units: 10
Course Hours: 150.0
Prerequisites(s): EQPT 107
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online
SUPP 135
Introduction to Mining Safety
4
You will become familiar with the range of personal protection/fall arrest/respiratory and fire equipment, safe working practices, WHMIS and OH&S regulations.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 54.0
Prerequisites(s): SUPP 155
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery
SUPP 155
Introduction to Mining Industry
3
You will gain an understanding of the types of mineral and metal resources in Saskatchewan, the exploration, development, operations and de-commissioning cycle, and types of surface and underground mining operations.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 40.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Work Based Delivery
WORK 144
Work Experience 1
0
The course provides an introduction to working conditions and activities in an underground mine.
Credit Units: 0
Course Hours: 75.0
Prerequisites(s): COMM 185
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Work Experience - Group, Work Experience -Individual
