Mining and the Environment

3 credits · Graduate

This course covers environmental practices, problems and solutions in the mining industry. Topics include regulations, reclamation, mine closure, acid rock drainage, surface subsidence, nuclear waste disposal and coal mine explosions. Case studies are used to highlight these topics. Class participation is emphasized through oral and written presentations. PREREQUISITES: MINE 3500.03 or MINE 2200.03 CROSSLISTED: MINE 4815.03 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab