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.
Trading in Gemstones
Recognize avenues for trading in gemstones (local and foreign).
Relate quality with purchasing cost of gems.
Appreciates the form in which gemstones are sold in Nigeria.
Properties of Gemstones
Define what is a gemstone is.
List the properties of gemstones
Identify some gemstones
Gemology and Lapidary
Define the terms gemology and lapidary.
List the different gemstones processing machines and tools.
Products of MIneral Processing
Mention the products of mineral processing
Define the terms mentioned in (1).
Define the term middling
Main Operations in Mineral Processing
Mention the main operations in mineral processing.
Explain the significance of the main operations in mineral processing.
Mineral Processing Terminology
Define Comminution terms
Define concentration term
Define mill accounting terms
Role of Mineral Processing
Situate mineral processing in mining industry
Define mineral processing.
Comparison of Surface Mining and Underground Mining
Give reasons for choosing surface or underground mining e.g. depth, safety, environmental degradation.
Classification of Mining Methods
Classify mining methods into surface, underground, sea-bed mining methods, etc.