Mining Equipment Simulator Operation

Mining Equipment Simulator Operation

Course number: 766-103

Course description:

Students will gain valuable experience in the operation of underground mining equipment through the use of a full-scale mining equipment simulator. Emphasis will be on operating the entry-level pieces of equipment used at mining operations which are the haul truck and scoop tram. Students will be required to familiarize themselves with the respective operating procedures of the equipment and will be tested. Students will have one-on-one instruction at the beginning and will progress to unsupervised hour-long sessions operating the equipment. Simulator-generated operating reports will be used to monitor the student’s progress on the equipment. Students will get 15 hours of operating time on each of the 2 pieces of equipment.

Course delivery:

• In Person