Major Economic Mineral
Mention major economic minerals or ores in Nigeria
Mining and its Consequences
List the advantages and disadvantages of moon mining.
Moon Mining
Mention significance of moon mining.
State how moon mining is done.
Sea-Floor Mining
Explain for significance of sea-floor mining.
Identify the various components of the sea-floor.
Name the mineral resources associated with the sea floor
Underground Mining Method
Describe the features of underground mining.
List the different types of underground mining methods.
Examine the factors that govern selection of the method.
Define terms used in underground mines.
Mention equipment used in underground mines.
Surface Mining Method
Describe the features of surface mining.
List the different types of surface mining methods.
Examine the factors that govern selection of surface method.
Define the terms used in surface mining e.g. Beach, stripping ratio, face, access road.
Mention equipment used in mining.
Classification of Mining Methods
Classify the different mining methods.
List examples of each type of mining methods.
Metal Extraction From Ores
Explain metal extraction from ores.
List processes of metal extraction from ore.
Mineral Processing
Explain the need for mineral processing.
List economic benefits of mineral processing.
Mining Operations
Define mining as actual exploitation of the mineral deposit economically using a particular method.
List unit operations of mining.
Mine Development
Define Development
Define Mine Development
Define metallurgical testing
Define mineral processing design.
Explain mill design
Collection and Collation of Geological Data
Explain how geological data are collected and processed.
Economic Mineral Potential of Nigeria
List the 34 economic minerals potential in Nigeria.
Situate the different minerals mentioned on a mineral map of Nigeria.
Simplified Geology of Nigeria
Outline broadly the Geology of Nigeria
Describe the major rock units in Nigeria.
Relative Abundance of Elements in the Earth’s Crust
Draw and label the various sub-divisions of the Earth.
Describe the physical and chemical characteristics of the earth.
Mining Activities in Nigeria
Mention major mining activities in Nigeria.
Describe artisanal and small-scale mining.
Importance of Mineral to National Economy
State importance in revenue generation, employment generation, political influence etc.
Safety Precautions/Environmental Protection
List measures to
a) Ensure safety in mining.
b) Protect the environment
Memorize Government’s safety/environment protection laws.
Equipment Used in Mining
Name the common equipment used in mining.
Importance of Health, Safety and Environment
Identify accidents and health hazards associated with mining.
List the general safety requirements in mining.
Describe the effects of mining on the environment.