Waec syllabus for mining 2023 2024 pdf download

The WAEC syllabus for Mining is a comprehensive document that outlines the topics and subtopics to be covered in the examination. Here is the WAEC syllabus for Mining for the 2023/2024 academic session:

WAEC Syllabus for Mining (2023/2024)

Section A: Core Subjects

1. Geology (30%)
   • Topics:
     • Introduction to geology
     • Types of rocks
     • Rock cycle
     • Plate tectonics
     • Geological time scale
     • Fossil record
     • Geological processes
   • Subtopics:
     • Igneous rocks
     • Sedimentary rocks
     • Metamorphic rocks
     • Geological structures
     • Geological processes
2. Mining Technology (20%)
   • Topics:
     • Introduction to mining technology
     • Types of mining methods
     • Mining equipment and machinery
     • Safety in mining
     • Environmental impact of mining
   • Subtopics:
     • Surface mining
     • Underground mining
     • Open-pit mining
     • Subsurface mining
     • Mining regulations
3. Mineral Processing (20%)
   • Topics:
     • Introduction to mineral processing
     • Crushing and grinding
     • Flotation and separation
     • Leaching and extraction
     • Drying and calcination
   • Subtopics:
     • Crushing and grinding
     • Flotation and separation
     • Leaching and extraction
     • Drying and calcination
     • Mineral processing equipment

Section B: Elective Subjects

1. Mining Engineering (30%)
   • Topics:
     • Introduction to mining engineering
     • Mining methods and equipment
     • Mine planning and design
     • Mine safety and health
     • Environmental impact of mining
   • Subtopics:
     • Mine planning and design
     • Mine safety and health
     • Environmental impact of mining
     • Mining regulations
     • Mining economics
2. Geophysics (20%)
   • Topics:
     • Introduction to geophysics
     • Seismic exploration
     • Electrical and electromagnetic methods
     • Gravity and magnetic methods
     • Geophysical data analysis
   • Subtopics:
     • Seismic exploration
     • Electrical and electromagnetic methods
     • Gravity and magnetic methods
     • Geophysical data analysis
     • Geophysical equipment

Assessment

The examination will consist of two sections:

Section A: Core Subjects (80%) Section B: Elective Subjects (20%)

Duration

The examination will last for 3 hours.

Note

This syllabus is subject to change, and candidates are advised to check the WAEC website for any updates.

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