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Relative abundance, classification and distribution of elements in the cosmic system (lithosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere). Mode of occurrence and factors controlling ore deposition. Concepts of ore search: reconnaissance, prospecting and detailed exploration by geological, geochemical and geophysical techniques. Geological exploration - zoning, pitting, trenching, drilling and remote sensing. Drill-hole section and plan interpretation methods of core logs. Geological data representation, presentation and interpretation. The concept of geochemistry. Geochemical environments and distribution of major and trace elements in primary and secondary geochemical environments. Geochemistry of different rock types and mineral deposits. Geochronology, weathering of major rock and geochemical implications. Dispersion patterns and mobility of elements. Geochemical cycles of some major elements. Geochemical surveying, principles and methods of exploration. Geochemical sampling media, field operations, sample collection, preparation and analytical procedures. Data processing, presentation and interpretation (map preparation). False anomaly: description, causes and remedy. Principles of major and trace elements analysis. Introduction to the use of relevant computer packages for data analyses and graphical presentation.

Ores, minerals and rocks. Structures and textures of minerals and their significance in mineral genesis and treatment. Ore analysis: qualitative and quantitative assaying and mineralogical analysis. Basic comminution theory, comminution and liberation. Particle sizing: sizing by screening and sizing by classification. Particle size analysis. Mineral concentration techniques - heavy medium separation, magnetic, gravity, flotation and other separation techniques including the physical and mechanical processes of agglomeration. Hydrometallurgical and biological recovery processes. Preparation of metallurgical mass balance: recovery and metallurgical losses. Introduction to essential laboratory experiments in minerals engineering. MNE 320/GET 399: Field Work and Camping (4 Units C: 9 weeks) Learning Outcomes At the end of the fieldwork programme, students would have been well grounded in: 1. skills for preparation of different types of maps and the methods of acquiring data for the processes; 2. application of some software packages for map making, mine design, processing, analysis and presentation of field data in various required formats (Surfer, ArcMap, Surpac, USIM PAC or MetSMART); 3. use of some hardware for map and field data interpretation and presentation; 4. calibration, setting and use of various survey and mineral exploration equipment for data acquisition; 5. selection of appropriate methods of sample collection and preservation; 6. integration of all the various areas of mining engineering and related professions for a vivid understanding of the entire extractive industry; 7. preparation of the entire fieldwork programme in a single stringed technical report; and 8. presentation of the fieldwork report orally. Co-urse Contents This is a 9-week intensive field work programme designed to expose the students to most of the rudiments of the mining engineering profession. It is a practical exposure covering mine survey, geometrical mapping of mineral deposits, mining methods (drilling, blasting, excavation), geotechnical investigation, mineral processing and practical exploration. The field work is carried out in such relevant places as existing mining operations (surface and underground), processing and smelting plants, unexploited mineral deposit, petroleum and gas facilities and other relevant places. The field work is designed for a minimum of two months commencing simultaneously with the long break of the second semester of 300 level. The students are required to prepare a technical report of the entire field work and present a seminar on the field programme. Week 1: Introduction to Maps and their Features Introduction to camping and camp safety. Maps: topographic and geologic maps. Elements of topographic maps: orientation, parallels, meridians, scale, direction (azimuth and bearing), base directions and (true, magnetic and grid north) contour lines. Topographic profile – construction and geological interpretation. Features of mineral and geological maps: formation, outcrops, and altitude. Representations and structural symbols. Geometry of outcrops: attitude. Methods of determination of dip and strike from geological maps: strike- line method, determination from partial outcrops and subsurface data. Geological cross- section – mode of construction and interpretation. Reconstruction of geological events from geo-cross-sections. Determination of thickness of rock bed using mathematical and graphical methods. Completion of rock outcrop from its partial outcrop on maps using surface and subsurface data. Solving three-point problems using borehole data. Recognition of different types of geological structure (folds, faults and unconformities) on maps. Determination of throw of faults from simple geological maps. Igneous intrusions and their recognitions on maps. Fieldwork for map preparation and interpretation. Week 2 to 4: Introduction to Map-making tools and Software Packages 1. Use of map-making tools – compass, GPS receivers, theodolites, levelling instrument total station, planimeter, maps and plan printers and computer set; 2. Use of surfer and ArcMap, Surpac, USIM PAC/ MetSMART or any other package; and 3. Practice sessions. Note: If all necessary provisions are made for the fieldwork programme, these weeks and the rest of the programme duration may be spent in the camp. Weeks 5 to 9: Field Data Acquisition and Reporting 1. Data on surveying and mineral sampling; 2. Data from practical drilling and blasting exercises; 3. Geotechnical investigation and sampling; 4. Practical exploration and reserve estimation exercises; 5. Collation and organization of data for report writing; 6. Data plots and maps drawing using relevant software packages; 7. Preparation of report; and 8. Oral presentation of field work report. NOTE 1. While items (a) – (e) may take place during the field programme, items (f) – (h) will be done at school after the fieldwork. 2. Most of the activities are effective when done in groups. 400 Level GET 402 Engineering Project I (2 Units: C; PH 90) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. Complete the design phase of a complex engineering problem sourced from industry or community during the SIWES III programme. 2. Demonstrate the connection between engineering product-making and the theoretical courses they have learned following the applicable industry best practices. Course Contents In the second semester of the 400-level students, preferably in groups, work from the university on the identified industry or organization to tackle industry complex engineering problems. Theoretical issues may be provided by the department faculty or industry experts. During the vacation, students will now work full time with the organisation/industry on the project as part of the SIWES III. The students can also go beyond the department and engage in multidisciplinary undertakings. Literature survey, review of existing systems etc. must be achieved to a satisfactory extent. GET 404 Engineering Valuation and Appraisal (2 Units: C; LH 30) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. Identify at least three (3) objectives of engineering valuation work, valuer's primary duty and responsibility and valuation terminologies. 2. Describe at least four (4) Valuer's obligation to his or her client, to other valuers, and to the society. 3. Demonstrate with example the engineering valuation methods, valuation standards, and practices. 4. Prepare engineering valuation and appraisal reports and review 5. Discuss expert witnessing and ethics in valuation. 6. Determine price, cost, value, depreciation and obsolescence in real property, personal property, personal property, machinery and equipment, oil, gas, mines, and quarries valuation.

Analysis of elements of surface mine operation. Design of surface mining systems with emphasis on minimisation of adverse environmental impact and maximisation of efficient use of mineral resources. Surface excavation. The uses, handling and maintenance of surface equipment and plants. Ore reserve estimates, grade control (blending and dilution), short- and long-range planning, unit operations, equipment selection, cost estimation, slope stability and placer mining operation. Aggregates quarrying and dimension stones production. Ore handling equipment. Case studies of typical surface mines: coal, metallic and non-metallic mines. Bitumen oil sand mining. Scheduled field trips to operating mines. 500 Level

Selection and development of most suitable underground mining methods based on the physical and geological properties of ore deposits. Unsupported and supported underground mining methods. Tunneling engineering; construction and maintenance. Underground mining systems. Mining of averagely thick and thick deposits. Application of novel techniques for some deposits: gasification, liquification and in-situ leaching. Equipment, conveyors, cable ropeways and rope haulage, tract and trackless mining systems, hydraulic transport and pipeline systems. Calculations of ore reserve estimates, development planning and preparations for development and extraction, and construction of development openings. Conservation and environmental systems. Case studies of typical underground mines: coal, metallic and non-metallic scheduled. Field trip(s) to operating mines and tunnels. Minimum Academic Standards Equipment Equipment and tools that are required for the Mining Engineering programmes are listed below according to the requirements of the major laboratories. The accessories and consumables needed for effective use of these equipment are not listed but will be requested by the department that operates this curriculum when purchasing the equipment. Rock Mechanics Laboratory 1. Rock coring machine (Table type) 2. Rock coring machine (Pillar type) 3. Uniaxial triaxial compression machine (e.g. MECATEST) 4. Triaxial compression machine 5. Digital compression machine 6. Rock grinding machine 7. Masonry saw 8. Point portable load tester 9. Slake durability apparatus 10. Laboratory oven 11. Pocket penetrometer 12. Rock cradle 13. Schmidt hammer 14. Compass clinometer 15. Digital multimeter 16. Digital clamp meter 17. Digital noise meter (Desk and pocket types) 18. Digital compass clinometer 19. Rock core trimmer Analytical/ Material Characterisation Laboratory  AAS, XRF, XRD, SEM  Provisions for wet chemical processes  Equipment and tools for other characterization test Survey and Photogrammetry Laboratory 1. Underground mining theodolite 2. Levelling instruments (analogue, digital and automatic) 3. Land theodolite (analogue and digital) 4. Mining compasses (analogue and digital) 5. Compass with tripods 6. Global Positioning System (GPS) – handheld and base 7. Total station (analogue and digital) 8. Printing machine for maps and plan (large formats A3 …) 9. Plane table with tripod 10. Digital planimeter with Laptop PC 11. Laser scanner for slope monitoring Mine Ventilation Laboratory 1. Mine air flow (Centrifugal fan rig) 2. Cross flow heat exchanger 3. Digital noise meter 4. Digital desk pH meter 5. Digital pocket pH meter 6. Manometers (analogue and digital) 7. Venturimeter (analogue and digital) 8. Photo-digital tachometer 9. Barometer (analogue and digital) 10. Differential pressure meters (analogue and digital) 11. Digital thermometers (analogue and digital) 12. Tachometer Mine Design and Modelling Laboratory 1. Computer with table and accessories (1 T HDD, 16GB RAM, 21” monitor) 2. Padded stools 3. Mining design, planning, processing valuation software packages and others 4. Multimedia projectors 5. Interactive board 6. Mining models Drilling and Explosives Tech. Laboratory 1. Laboratory table drill 2. Hand held drilling machine (pneumatic power) 3. Hand held drilling machine (electrical power) 4. Portable drilling rig 5. Models of different drilling rigs 6. Models of explosive magazine Mineral Processing Laboratory 1. Laboratory crusher (Jaw type) 2. Laboratory crusher (Cone type) 3. Laboratory crusher (gyratory type) 4. Laboratory type impact crusher 5. Laboratory ball mill 6. Roll mill 7. Mineral jigs 8. Hydro classifier 9. Shaking table 10. Spiral separators 11. Magnetic separators 12. Sluices 13. Ore microscope 14. Laboratory oven 15. Furnaces 16. Sieve shaker 17. Agitator/conditioner 18. Filters 19. Flotation machines 20. pH meter (digital and analogue) 21. Vacuum pump 22. Weighing machines Staffing Academic Staff The NUC guidelines on staff/student ratio of 1:15 for Engineering and Technology departments shall apply. However, there should be a minimum of six full-time equivalents of Staff in the department. There is need to have a reasonable number of Staff with doctoral degrees as well as sufficient industrial experience. With a minimum load of 15 Units per semester for students and a minimum of six full-time equivalent of staff in each programme, staff should have a maximum of 15 contact hours per week for lectures, tutorials, practical’s and supervision of projects. NUC requirement encourages all academic staff to have PhD degrees; hence appointment of academic staff is preferably to the Lecturer cadre. Only in exceptional cases are candidates with great promise appointed to Graduate Assistant and Assistant Lecturer positions for the purpose of being developed to the Lecturer cadre as registered PhD candidates. Academic Support Personnel Teaching Assistant/Demonstrators to help lecturers in the conduct of tutorials, practical’s and field work. This category of personnel is not expected to be regular staff as they are to be paid on the basis of approved hourly rate. Administrative Support Staff The services of the administrative support staff are indispensable in the proper administration of the departments and faculty offices. It is important to recruit very competent senior staff that are computer literate. Technical Support Personnel The services of technical support staff, which are indispensable in the proper running of laboratories and workshop/studios are required. It is important to recruit very competent senior technical staff to maintain teaching and research equipment. They are also to undergo regular training to keep them abreast of developments in equipment operation and maintenance. The minimum of academic staff to technical staff ratio of 5:1 should be maintained. Minimum Number of Staff Subject to the general standards specified by NUC: 1. there should be a minimum of two PhDs and four M.Eng degree holders full-time academic staff to mount the programme; 2. each workshop or laboratory should have an adequate number of staff with the right mix, such that each unit or section in that workshop or laboratory can run efficiently; and 3. there should be an adequate number of administrative staff of the appropriate caliber for the office of the Head of Department to run. Student/Staff Ratio The minimum staff-to-student ratio should be 1:15 from 200 level to 500 level. Library In addition to the university and faculty libraries, the programme must have a departmental library well equipped with specialised books and journals in both physical collections and e-collections (E-Resources) of various types. Various field and research reports of the programme must also be available in the library for staff, students and researchers. The library must be connected to subscribed repository of: 1. institutions (national and international); 2. open access sources; 3. professional bodies’ e-learning platforms, and 4. relevant international organizations; The library must also have adequate facilities. a. for reading; b. provisions for lending, and c. Reservation unit for specialised materials. Classrooms, Laboratories, Workshops Clinics and Offices Although other laboratories and workshops not listed here will be shared with many other departments in the faculty and university in general, the laboratories and facilities listed in the table below should be provided and equipped specifically for every Mining Engineering programme. Laboratories & Workshop Required for the Programme Laboratory/ S/N Requirements Required Size (m) Workshop Should provide equipment and tools for practical experiments, tests (laboratory and field) and research in Mine and Mine Surveying Engineering Surveying including 18.5 x 10 x HRM and 1 remote sensing with the GIS. (with technologist’s Photogrammetry Computer systems, relevant office and a store). Laboratory software and hardware with supply of consumables should be provided for preparation of maps and plans. Should have physical models of surface, underground and other mining systems for research and demonstration. Computer systems and appropriate software packages for mine design and simulation. Mining System 18.5 x 10 x HRM Provisions should also be made 2 and Design (with technologist in this laboratory for other Laboratory office’s and a store) hardware, equipment and tools for design of surface, underground and other mining techniques. There should also be provisions for data processing, analyses and presentation. This laboratory should have equipment and tools such as Drilling and jack hammer (electric, 50 x 20 x HRM 3 Explosives mechanical or fluid powered) (with technologist’s Laboratory for drilling; physical models or office and a store). table-top drilling rig. Tools such as hand augers. Models of explosives magazine and facilities for safe preparation of ANFO. Samples of the various initiation and detonation devices and large posters of various equipment for teaching aid. Serves as rock testing and analysis, lapidary and gemology laboratory. Provisions should therefore be made for Rock Mechanics 4 equipment and tools for rock Laboratory and stone cutting, polishing, mounting and finishing for teaching and research in all areas of rock engineering. Ventilation and air conditioning equipment and facilities should be provided in this laboratory. Models of underground mine galleries for flow demonstrations are required. Various environment parameter 18.5 x 10 x HRM Mine Ventilation 5 measuring equipment such as (with technologist’s Laboratory gas and dust analysers, office and a store) particulate counters, weather trackers are required for teaching and research. Large posters of mine galleries and equipment that will serve as teaching aid must be provided Should be adequately spacious Mineral (if a single laboratory is Processing and provided) to accommodate 50 x 20 x HRM 6 Extractive equipment and facilities for (with technologist’s Metallurgy teaching and research in all office and a store). Laboratory. sections of mineral processing and extractive metallurgy. Should provide equipment and tools for practical experiments, 18.5 x 10 x HRM Geotechnics 7 tests (laboratory/field) and (with technologist’s Laboratory research on soil and other office and a store) earthen materials. Wire rope type, uses and preparation, pumps and pipeline models, models of Mine Machinery / 50 x 20 x HRM mine machinery for 8 Equipment (with technologist’s demonstration, equipment for Workshop office and a store) metal cutting and joining including welding and measuring tools. This laboratory will provide material analyses and characterisation services for  3 rooms of 10x6 other laboratories in the each with Analytical/ programme. Should have an office Material 9 analytical equipment such as  store Characterisation AAS, XRF, XRD, SEM and  maintenance Laboratory provision for wet chemical room processes. Equipment and tools for other characterisation tests are also required. The NUC recommends the following physical space requirement: Academic m2 Professor’s Office 18.50 Head of Department’s Office 18.50 Tutorial Teaching Staff Space 13.50 Other Teaching Staff Space 7.00 Technical Staff Space 7.00 Science Staff Research Laboratory 16.50 Engineering Staff Research Laboratory 14.50 Seminar Space per student 1.85 Drawing Office Space (A.O. Board) (Per Student) 4.60 Drawing Office Space (A.I. Board) (Per Student) 3.70 Laboratory Space 7.50 Non-Academic Secretarial Space 7.00 Office Facilities S/No Office No in Room Facilities 1. HOD 1 Table, chairs, A/C, filing cabinet, bookshelves, computer unit, Secretary and facilities. 2. Professor 1 Table, chairs, A/C, filing cabinet, bookshelves, computer unit, Secretary and facilities. 3. Reader 1 Table, chairs, A/C, filing cabinet, bookshelves, computer unit. 4. Senior 1 Table, chairs, A/C, filing cabinet, bookshelves, computer Lecturer unit. 5. Lecturer I 2 Table, chairs, fan, filing cabinet, bookshelves. 6. Lecturer II 3 Table, chairs, fan, filing cabinet, bookshelves

Nigerian history, culture and art up to 1800 (Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo peoples and cultures; peoples and cultures of the minority ethnic groups). Nigeria under colonial rule (advent of colonial rule in Nigeria; colonial administration of Nigeria). Evolution of Nigeria as a political unit (amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914; formation of political parties in Nigeria; nationalist movement and struggle for independence). Nigeria and challenges of nation building (military intervention in Nigerian politics; Nigerian Civil War). Concepts of trade and economics of self- reliance (indigenous trade and market system; indigenous apprenticeship system among Nigerian peoples; trade, skill acquisition and self-reliance). Social justice and national development (definition and classification of law); Judiciary and fundamental rights. Individuals, norms and values (basic Nigerian norms and values, patterns of citizenship acquisition; citizenship and civic responsibilities; indigenous languages, usage and development; negative attitudes and conducts [Cultism, kidnapping and other related social vices]). Re-orientation, moral and national values (The 3Rs – Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Re-orientation; re-orientation strategies: Operation Feed the Nation (OFN), Green Revolution, Austerity Measures, War Against Indiscipline and Corruption (WAIC), Mass Mobilization for Self-Reliance, Social Justice and Economic Recovery (MAMSER), National Orientation Agency (NOA). Current socio-political and cultural developments in Nigeria.

The concepts of peace, conflict and security in a multi-ethnic nation. Types and theories of conflicts: ethnic, religious, economic, geo-political Conflicts; structural conflict theory, realist theory of conflict, frustration-aggression conflict theory; root causes of conflict and violence in Africa: indigene and settlers phenomenon, boundaries/boarder disputes, political disputes, ethnic disputes and rivalries, economic inequalities, social disputes, nationalist movements and agitations; selected conflict case studies – Tiv-Junkun, ZangoKartaf, chieftaincy and land disputes, etc. Peace building, management of conflicts and security: Peace & Human Development. Approaches to Peace & Conflict Management (religious, government, community leaders, etc.). Elements of peace studies and conflict resolution: Conflict dynamics assessment Scales: Constructive & Destructive. Justice and Legal framework: Concepts of Social Justice; The Nigeria Legal System. Insurgency and terrorism. Peace mediation and peace keeping. Peace and Security Council (international, national and local levels). Agents of conflict resolution – Conventions, Treaties Community Policing: Evolution and Imperatives. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) (dialogue,. arbitration, negotiation, collaboration, etc). The roles of international organizations in conflict resolution ((a) The United Nations, UN and its conflict resolution organs. (b) The African Union & Peace Security Council (c) ECOWAS in peace keeping). The media and traditional institutions in peace building. Managing post- conflict situations/crises: Refugees. Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs);the role of NGOs in post-conflict situations/crises.

Scope of philosophy; notions, meanings, branches and problems of philosophy. Logic as an indispensable tool of philosophy. Elements of syllogism, symbolic logic— the first nine rules of inference. Informal fallacies, laws of thought, nature of arguments. Valid and invalid arguments, logic of form and logic of content — deduction, induction and inferences. Creative and critical thinking. Impact of philosophy on human existence. Philosophy and politics, philosophy and human conduct, philosophy and religion, philosophy and human values, philosophy and character molding.

Planet Earth - its composition from core to crust. Weathering and other surface processes- principles, agents: - physical, biotic, chemical processes. Landforms and major earth structures: principles and processes of erosion, transportation, sedimentation and evolution of landforms. Water current, wind, gravity and glacial ice as agents of erosion and their deposition landforms. Ocean processes- turbidity currents and turbidites. Deformation processes and structures- joints, faults and folds; classification of faults and folds. Igneous intrusions: -discordant and concordant intrusion. Concordant and discordant intrusion – sills, laccoliths, lopoliths, dykes, cone sheet, batholiths, plugs, stocks, bosses, veins, etc. Earth resources – waters, energy and minerals. Minerals and rocks -origin, distribution, identification and general classification. Practical identification of common rock – forming minerals and rocks. 200 Level

Current and potential future energy systems in Nigeria and globally - resources, extraction, concepts in energy conversion systems; parallels and differences in various conversion systems and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-century national, regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Various energy technologies in each fuel cycle stage for fossil (oil, gas, synthetic), nuclear (fission and fusion) and renewable (solar, biomass, wind, hydro, and geothermal). Energy types, storage, transmission and conservation. Analysis of energy mixes within an engineering, economic and social context. Sustainable energy; emphasise sustainability in general and in the overall concept of sustainable development and the link this has with sustainable energy as the fundamental benefit of renewable energy. Practical Content: Simple measurement of solar radiation, bomb calorimeter determination of calorific value of fuels and biomass; measurement of the velocity of wind, waves and the energy that abound in them; laboratory production of biogas and determination of energy available in it; simple conversion of solar energy to electricity; transesterification of edible oil into biodiesel; simulation of geothermal energy; Geiger-Muller or Scintillation Counters’ determination of uranium or thorium energy; simple solid or salt storage of energy; hybrid application of renewable energy. GET 307: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Convergent Technologies (3 Units C: LH 45) Learning Outcomes At the completion of the course, the students are expected to be able: 1. explain the meaning, purpose, scope, stages, applications and effects of artificial intelligence; 2. explain the fundamental concepts of machine learning, deep learning and convergent technologies; 3. demonstrate the difference between supervised, semi-supervised and unsupervised learning; 4. demonstrate proficiency in machine learning workflow and how to implement the steps effectively; 5. explain natural languages, knowledge representation, expert systems and pattern recognition; 6. describe distributed systems, data and information security and intelligent web technologies; 7. explain the concept of big data analytics, purpose of studying it, issues that can arise with a data set and the importance of properly preparing data prior to a machine learning exercise; and 8. explain the concepts, characteristics, models and benefits, key security and compliance challenges of cloud computing. Course Contents Concepts of human and artificial intelligence; artificial/computational intelligence paradigms; search, logic and learning algorithms. Machine learning and nature-inspired algorithms – examples, their variants and applications to solving engineering problems; understanding natural languages; knowledge representation, knowledge elicitation, mathematical and logic foundations of AI; expert systems, automated reasoning and pattern recognition; distributed systems; data and information security; intelligent web technologies; convergent technologies – definition, significance and engineering applications. Neural networks and deep learning. Introduction to python AI libraries.

Introduction to Rock Mechanics – Definition of terms and importance of rock mechanics. Field applications in mining, civil and petroleum engineering. Classification and Index properties of rocks – geological classification of rocks (crystalline rocks and organic rocks); porosity density; permeability; strength: Slaking and Durability; sonic velocity as an index to degree of fissuring; classification of rock masses for engineering purposes. Rock strength and failure; criteria modes of failure of rocks common laboratory strength tests (uniaxial, triaxial, Brazilian, flexural tests); stress-strain behaviour in compression; effect of confining pressure; the meaning of rock strength; application of the complete stress-strain curve. The Mohr Coulomb failure criterion. The effect of water. The influence of the principal stress ration on failure; empirical criteria of failure; Coulom-Navier criterion of failure of rocks; Griffith brittle failure criterion. Elastic properties. Applications of rock mechanics in engineering or underground openings. Rock slope stability. Support systems design and selection – caving and subsidence. Observation of mass deformations – extensometers and strain transducers. Case studies.