Research Team of Open Pit Mining

The research team continues the teaching and research activities of the Department of Surface Mining. Its primary task is to educate future open-pit mining engineers for the lignite mining industry as well as for rock mines. In addition to teaching activities, the laboratory conducts research, the subject matter of which meets the current problems of the surface mining industry. Technical, technological, formal and legal issues, relating to the rational management of mineral resources, as well as environmental and social problems of mining activities are developed. Close contact with representatives of the mining industry means that the issues dealt with by the laboratory are up-to-date and their solution contributes to better operation of mines. Employees taking part in international programs maintain contact and exchange experience with foreign scientific centers and the mining industry.