Assessor Resource

CPPSIS6031
Design basic mines

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to design basic mines to meet client specifications. The unit covers designing a mine development that incorporates identified mine design parameters, as well as accounting for levels of rock stability and ground support and methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples. The unit includes assessing the environment to recognise the geological aspects of possible ore deposits. The unit also covers planning the design project, including objectives, deliverables and constraints to comply with standards and legal and statutory requirements relating to the organisation and the mining industry. The unit requires the ability to implement project management activities relating to scheduling, measuring, recording, monitoring and reporting work progress. It also requires the ability to use computers and a range of software to produce mine designs. It requires knowledge of underground mining operations.

The unit supports those who work in a technical management role in a mining environment.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States where mining surveying must be undertaken under the supervision of a registered surveyor. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan design project.

1.1.

Client requirements and project specifications are determined and documented in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Project management mechanisms are implemented to schedule, record and report progress of activities in relation to agreed timeframes and plans.

1.3.

Agreed communication processes between client and other appropriate persons are implemented and maintained.

1.4.

Geological aspects of possible ore deposits are identified by assessing the environment, and information is verified.

1.5.

Pertinent legal and statutory requirements and standards are identified and analysed to ensure compliance.

2.

Design mine development.

2.1.

Data required for mine design is identified and analysed according to project specifications.

2.2.

Mine design parameters are identified and analysed according to project specifications.

2.3.

Levels of rock stability and ground support requirements are incorporated into mine design according to project specifications.

2.4.

Methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples are incorporated into mine design ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and mining regulations.

2.5.

Mine design is developed using suitable software according to project specifications.

2.6.

Problems are identified and resolved, and contingencies and constraints are managed according to organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise project.

3.1.

Project is finalised and checked for compliance with specifications and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Appropriate persons are notified of project results according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Documentation is completed and spatial data archived according to project and organisational requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also produce two different basic mine designs using a computer and relevant software.

While designing the above basic mines, the person must:

plan and implement project management mechanisms to ensure the project is completed within required timeframes and complies with specifications and standards

assess the environment to recognise geological aspects of possible ore deposits

communicate clearly with clients and others to clarify and report project information

comply with organisational policies and procedures, legislation, regulations and Australian standards for mine safety when planning mine design

create basic mine drawings that detail:

levels of rock stability and ground support

mine design parameters

methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples

perform calculations to measure, reduce and validate spatial data captured from mine surveying.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

accuracy and precision requirements for mine design

basic characteristics of common ore deposits

classification of economic mineral deposits and the process involved in presenting a schematic model

data capture and set-out techniques

data reduction and manipulation techniques

legislation, regulations and Australian standards relating to mine safety

methods for assessing the environment to recognise ore deposits

methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples

mineral exploration methods, including geophysical, geochemical and geological techniques

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

client and stakeholder communication

using a computer and relevant software

mine design, including:

mine access

layout

service provision, such as water, air, power, lighting and dewatering

records and reporting

risk and contingency management

project management techniques for scheduling, measuring and monitoring work progress and planning for risks and contingencies

techniques for providing rock stability and ground support

key features of underground mining operations.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

mining and surveying specifications, including relevant plans and drawings

organisational policies, procedures and documentation relating to mine design

relevant legislation, regulations and Australian standards for mine safety

physical conditions:

access to equipped work station

relationships with team members and supervisor:

lead role in a team.

Timeframe:

as specified by project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan design project.

1.1.

Client requirements and project specifications are determined and documented in consultation with appropriate persons.

1.2.

Project management mechanisms are implemented to schedule, record and report progress of activities in relation to agreed timeframes and plans.

1.3.

Agreed communication processes between client and other appropriate persons are implemented and maintained.

1.4.

Geological aspects of possible ore deposits are identified by assessing the environment, and information is verified.

1.5.

Pertinent legal and statutory requirements and standards are identified and analysed to ensure compliance.

2.

Design mine development.

2.1.

Data required for mine design is identified and analysed according to project specifications.

2.2.

Mine design parameters are identified and analysed according to project specifications.

2.3.

Levels of rock stability and ground support requirements are incorporated into mine design according to project specifications.

2.4.

Methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples are incorporated into mine design ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and mining regulations.

2.5.

Mine design is developed using suitable software according to project specifications.

2.6.

Problems are identified and resolved, and contingencies and constraints are managed according to organisational requirements.

3.

Finalise project.

3.1.

Project is finalised and checked for compliance with specifications and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Appropriate persons are notified of project results according to organisational requirements.

3.3.

Documentation is completed and spatial data archived according to project and organisational requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Appropriate persons must include at least two of the following:

client

colleague

engineer

manager

registered or qualified surveyor

supplier.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit. The person must also produce two different basic mine designs using a computer and relevant software.

While designing the above basic mines, the person must:

plan and implement project management mechanisms to ensure the project is completed within required timeframes and complies with specifications and standards

assess the environment to recognise geological aspects of possible ore deposits

communicate clearly with clients and others to clarify and report project information

comply with organisational policies and procedures, legislation, regulations and Australian standards for mine safety when planning mine design

create basic mine drawings that detail:

levels of rock stability and ground support

mine design parameters

methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples

perform calculations to measure, reduce and validate spatial data captured from mine surveying.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

accuracy and precision requirements for mine design

basic characteristics of common ore deposits

classification of economic mineral deposits and the process involved in presenting a schematic model

data capture and set-out techniques

data reduction and manipulation techniques

legislation, regulations and Australian standards relating to mine safety

methods for assessing the environment to recognise ore deposits

methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples

mineral exploration methods, including geophysical, geochemical and geological techniques

organisational policies and procedures relating to:

client and stakeholder communication

using a computer and relevant software

mine design, including:

mine access

layout

service provision, such as water, air, power, lighting and dewatering

records and reporting

risk and contingency management

project management techniques for scheduling, measuring and monitoring work progress and planning for risks and contingencies

techniques for providing rock stability and ground support

key features of underground mining operations.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

as specified in the performance evidence

specifications:

mining and surveying specifications, including relevant plans and drawings

organisational policies, procedures and documentation relating to mine design

relevant legislation, regulations and Australian standards for mine safety

physical conditions:

access to equipped work station

relationships with team members and supervisor:

lead role in a team.

Timeframe:

as specified by project requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Client requirements and project specifications are determined and documented in consultation with appropriate persons. 
Project management mechanisms are implemented to schedule, record and report progress of activities in relation to agreed timeframes and plans. 
Agreed communication processes between client and other appropriate persons are implemented and maintained. 
Geological aspects of possible ore deposits are identified by assessing the environment, and information is verified. 
Pertinent legal and statutory requirements and standards are identified and analysed to ensure compliance. 
Data required for mine design is identified and analysed according to project specifications. 
Mine design parameters are identified and analysed according to project specifications. 
Levels of rock stability and ground support requirements are incorporated into mine design according to project specifications. 
Methods for obtaining ore and mineral samples are incorporated into mine design ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and mining regulations. 
Mine design is developed using suitable software according to project specifications. 
Problems are identified and resolved, and contingencies and constraints are managed according to organisational requirements. 
Project is finalised and checked for compliance with specifications and organisational requirements. 
Appropriate persons are notified of project results according to organisational requirements. 
Documentation is completed and spatial data archived according to project and organisational requirements. 

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