Mine Surveying

Description

Surveying is the art of making accurate observations and measurements in the field to determine exact positions of points on the earth’s surface. Mine surveying is an interesting combination of underground and office work. Qualified surveyors are vital to any mining organisation. Mine surveying is a branch of mining science and technology. It includes all measurements, calculations and mapping which ascertain and document information at all stages. This varies from prospecting to exploitation, and utilising mineral deposits both by surface and underground working.
Mine surveying is highly relevant in all stages of mining operations. The work is done by a mine surveying service that is part of the mining enterprise. At times it’s done by an organisation in charge of exploring the deposit and the planning and construction of the mining enterprise. Mine surveyors work in the mining science and technology fields. Their key focus is on measurements, calculations and mapping for all stages of the mining process. Mine surveyors are involved in the accurate measurement of areas and volumes mined and the precise representation of surface and underground mining on mine plans. They advise mining engineers about geological areas that can be profitably mined.
This book will be a useful asset for the students, researchers and teachers who want to have basic knowledge and useful information in the area of this field. The author is a specialist with a reputable name in this industry.