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MNTC 423  Geomatics  Units: 3.00  
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of mine surveying. Basic measurement and calculation techniques are used to measure distances, elevation changes, and coordinates. The principles of measurement theory, as well as error propagation and analysis are explored. The course will include a detailed review of modern survey technologies such as total stations, LiDar, and Global Navigational Surveying System (GNSS) mapping, and their applications being used in industry today. Available Online.
K3 (Lec: Yes, Lab: No, Tut: No)
Requirements: Prerequisites: MNTC 304 and MNTC 305 Corequisites: Exclusions:   
Offering Term: FWS  
CEAB Units:    
Mathematics 0  
Natural Sciences 0  
Complementary Studies 0  
Engineering Science 36  
Engineering Design 0  
Offering Faculty: Smith Engineering  

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Summarize basic geomatics principles related to mining.
  2. Select techniques, equipment and tools for mine surveying applications.
  3. Explain the different kinds of surveying methods and common procedures involved with each method.
  4. Perform survey calculations in order to select appropriate coordinate systems for both surface and underground applications.
  5. Examine the use of various types of equipment and technology in surface mining, underground mining, and tunneling operations.
  6. Explain the applications for scanning underground and surface features with LiDAR systems.
  7. Explain the applications of Global Navigational Surveying Systems (GNSS).
  8. Describe the principles of aerial photos and maps and the use of photogrammetry for indirect measurements.
  9. Examine the use of autonomous scanning equipment (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), robotic surveying, underground positioning systems and lasers for survey control.