C297

Coal Mining Technology (CMT)

FCC

Program Overview:
The Coal Mining Technology certificate provides introductory core courses in coal mining technology. Job opportunities through the certificate program are the same opportunities as listed for the degree and include: maintenance foreman, repairman, miner, and various mine technician positions. Machine repair, welding, hydraulics, and electrical skills achieved in this program are transferrable to occupations outside the mining industry.

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	Semester 1
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

CMT 1200

Introduction to Mining

3

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This course introduces the student to how coal and aggregates were formed, natural resources in the United States, and methods of mining. One-half to three credits will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be three credits.

CMT 1210

Accident Prevention

4

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A comprehensive safety course designed to develop student awareness of a wide range of coal mining specific hazards, general accident prevention techniques and principles, and the avoidance of such hazardous situations. The course will stress accident analysis, analyzing problems, developing good safety, and accident investigation. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits.

CMT 1220

Roof Control

3

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A comprehensive course designed to develop a working knowledge of roof and rib hazards, recognition, cause, and avoidance. Students will become familiar with the techniques used to avoid roof and rib hazards. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be three credits.

CMT 1240

Mining Law

4

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This course introduces the student to federal and Illinois state laws governing the operation of any underground coal mine. Intent and statement of the Illinois Coal Mining Act and Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 70 and 75, are covered in depth. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits.

	Semester 2
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

CMT 1230

First Aid

4

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This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge necessary for the temporary and immediate care of a person who is injured or suddenly becomes ill. The class will include recognizing life-threatening conditions and taking effective action to keep the injured or ill person alive and in the best possible condition until medical treatment can be obtained. This course will be taught according to American Red Cross and American Heart Association standards and recommendations.

CMT 1250

Mine Ventilation

4

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This course is designed to instruct the student in the importance, terms, and operation of a coal mine ventilation system. A logical progression of ventilation procedures from surface installations through main intake air courses, face ventilation, and main return air courses of an operating mine. The student will also be instructed in the state and federal laws governing ventilation of a coal mine. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits.

CMT 2210

Mine Machinery Repair I

4

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This course is designed to familiarize students with the various types of repairs needed for underground coal mining equipment; the mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and procedures to safely locate and repair each. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits.

CMT 2290

Mining Systems

3

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This course familiarizes the student with practices and equipment involved in extracting and transporting coal. Three existing methods of mining - conventional, continuous, and longwall are studied, as well as electric, hydraulic, and compressed air power mining. Use is made of simulated mining equipment and proper and safe operating procedures are stressed. At the completion of the class, each student should be able to make minor adjustments, repairs, and cable splices to operate machines. One-half to one credit will be awarded each time student successfully completes the course. Total number of credits that may be applied to a degree shall be four credits.

We recommend that you contact an advisor before enrolling in any degree, certificate, or transfer program to ensure all requirements are met including total hours associated with transfer courses.

This is a General Education or Elective course to be selected and therefore has no schedule link.