iCEM will carry out Capacity Building Activities aimed at improvement on competence development in compliance with industry trends and industrial policy framework. The Centre has planned to have the following capacity building activities:
- The Centre will support and help in establishing ITIs, Polytechnics, Engineering colleges and support existing ones with training, mentoring and institution building in the area of Mining Safety and Automation.
- The Centre will develop Postgraduate and Doctorate programs in Mining Safety and Automation at existing engineering colleges and institutions.
- The Centre will run Faculty Development Programs in the area of Mining Safety and Automation in professional and technology institutes.
- The Centre will build a range of programs to create awareness of Mining Technology in various professional institutions.
- The Centre will by and large contribute in developing “content and structure” for Mining Engineering Courses at National and International level that can be integrated into postgraduate and doctoral programs.
Train The Trainer
Train The Trainer (T3) Program Concept:
As understood one of core objective of establishing ICEM is to provide Training and Skill Development in the areas of Mining Safety and Automation through continued innovation and excellence
In connection to that ICEM has taken initiative to prepare pool of skilled trainers through Train The Trainer (T3) program series. Under this program faculties from mining / non mining background will be exposed, trained in latest required areas of skill sets and technologies related to mining in accordance with local and global mining sector scenario by profound faculties and mining experts.
The end purpose of this program is to facilitate quality mining education to students in the areas of skill development and technology enhancement by expert trainers, trained under T3 program.
One Day National Conclave On “Making India: Possibilities and Challenges In Mining Industry”
(7 October, 2016)
About National Conclave Announcement
It is our pleasure to announce the organizati on of the one day conclave on‘ Make in India: Possibilities & Challenges in Mining Industry ’ on October 7, 2016 at Ahmedabad under the aegis of iCEM, Ahmedabad.The conclave aims at in – depth deliberation on the ambitious ‘Make in India’ program launched by Government of India. Various areas and issues in Small Scale, Medium Scale and Large Scale mining operations need a thorough discussion vis – à – vis the ‘ Make in India ’ program for its success in the Indian Mining Industry , in foreseeable future . The program is proposed to be organized by wa y of conducting 12 Key n ote addresses by eminent speakers fro m i ndustry, a cademia, r esearch , re gulatory b odies, e quipment and explosive m anufacturers. The proceedings of the conclave will be published as hard copy (with IS B N number). It is presumed that the conclave will be very useful for practicing mining en gineers, r esearchers, s cientists and academia . It is honestly requested to attend the conclave, derive the benefits and make it a memorable event.
Registration Fee: The delegate fees to attend the conclave is Rs 5,000/- for one participants.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Platinum Sponsor: Rs 50,000/-(with 5 free delegates)
- Gold Sponsor: Rs 25,000/-(with 2free delegates)
- Silver Sponsor: Rs 10,000/-(with 1free delegate)
Advertising Opportunities:
- Inside the Front Cover Page and Back Cover Page of Proceedings– Full Page: Rs 10,000/-– Half Page: Rs 5,000/-
Inside the Proceedings:
- Inside the Front Cover Page and Back Cover Page of Proceedings– Full Page: Rs 10,000/-– Half Page: Rs 5,000/-
Looking forward for your support and meeting you in the conclave.Further queries on registration and other matters may be sent at following address–
Prof. Piyush Rai| Director & Conclave Chairman
International Center of Excellence in Mining Safety & Automation (iCEM)
GMDC Building, 2nd Floor, Khanij Bhavan,
132 Feet Ring Road,Vastrapur, Ahmedabad- 380 052
Phone: (O) 079 – 27912350 | Mobile: +91 – 70690 38822
Web:www.icem.in | E-mail : prai.min@itbhu.ac.in
Train The Trainer (T3) Program GMDC , Bhavnagar
PROPOSED DATE: 9TH OCTOBER 2014 | VENUE: GMDC, BHAVNAGAR
INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM ON MINING FOR NON-MINING FACULTIES
Background
Gujarat is endowed with important minerals like limestone, manganese, bauxite, china-clay fire-clay, calcite, dolomite, fluorspar, gypsum and bentonite. Here special mention is Kutch region of Gujarat which is enriched with variety of minerals like lignite, Laterite, Gypsum, Red Ochre, Ball Clay, Bauxite, Silicasand etc.
There are significant amount of mining operations going at Bhavnagar region and also at other region of Gujarat like Panchmahal, Vadodara, Saurastra, Kutch etc. But there is a great dearth skilled person to handle various mining operations at various mines. Also there is significant vacuum of skilled trainers in the field of mining operation who can prepare required skill set in accordance to demand, which is a need of an hour.
Hence iCEM has organized “Introductory program on mining for non mining faculties” under Train The Trainer (T3) Program.
Purpose
The purpose of this program is to provide mining industry exposure to faculties from a non-mining background. This program will help faculties to understand mining sector scenario of Gujarat –India. After attending this course participants will have a fair understanding of operational practices & machineries pivotal to the mining industry, be able to interpret essential mining terminology and having clear understanding of the key concepts involved in mining
Delivery Method
Interactive style delivery including multimedia presentations, exposure visit of mines and demonstration of basic mining operations.
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of program participants will be able to
- To understand and appreciate importance of mining industry
- Mining sector scenario and requirement at Gujarat.
- To understand about various mining machineries and skills required for the same.
- Understand the use of open pit and mining methods
- To understand importance of environmental consideration.
- Essential safety operations
Content (Proposed)
- The significance of mining industry
- Overview of Mining Sector in Gujarat & Operations
- Life cycle of a mine and
- Understanding of Human Resource requirement in Mining sector in Gujarat at operator level.
Program Outline
09.15 Departure
10.00 – 10.15 Welcome Tea
10.15 – 10.45 Welcome & iCEM Presentation
10.45 – 11.45 Introduction to GMDC, Bhavnagar Mine Overview of Mining in Gujarat & Skill set requirements in Mining
11.45 – 13.00 Lunch
13.00 – 15.30 Mine Visit
15.30 – 15.45 Feedback
15.45 – 16.00 Vote of Thanks
16.00 Departure from GMDC, Bhavnagar
Content (Proposed)
- The significance of mining industry
- Overview of Mining Sector in Gujarat & Operations
- Life cycle of a mine and
- Understanding of Human Resource requirement in Mining sector in Gujarat at operator level.
Train the Trainer (T3) Program GMDC ,Panandharo
INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM ON MINING FOR NON-MINING FACULTIES
DATE : 10 JULY 2014 | VENUE : GMDC ,PANANDHRO
Background
Gujarat is endowed with important minerals like limestone, manganese, bauxite, china-clay fire-clay, calcite, dolomite, fluorspar, gypsum and bentonite. Here special mention is Kutch region of Gujarat which is enriched with variety of minerals like lignite, Laterite, Gypsum, Red Ochre, Ball Clay, Bauxite, Silicasand etc.
There are significant amount of mining operations going at Kutch region and also at other region of Gujarat like Panchmahal, Vadodara, Saurastra, Bhavnagar etc. But there is a great dearth skilled person to handle various mining operations at various mines. Also there is significant vacuum of skilled trainers in the field of mining operation who can prepare required skill set in accordance to demand, which is a need of an hour.
Hence iCEM has organized “Introductory program on mining for non mining faculties” under Train The Trainer (T3) Program.
Purpose
The purpose of this program is to provide mining industry exposure to faculties from a non-mining background. This program will help faculties to understand mining sector scenario of Gujarat –India. After attending this course participants will have a fair understanding of operational practices & machineries pivotal to the mining industry, be able to interpret essential mining terminology and having clear understanding of the key concepts involved in mining.
Delivery Method
Interactive style delivery including multimedia presentations, exposure visit of mines and demonstration of basic mining operations.
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of program participants will be able to
- To understand and appreciate importance of mining industry
- Mining sector scenario and requirement at Gujarat.
- Understand frequently used terminology
- Understand the use of open pit and underground mining methods
- To understand importance of environmental consideration.
- Essential safety operations
Content (Proposed)
- The significance of mining industry
- Overview of Mining Sector in Gujarat & Operations
- Life cycle of a mine and
- Understanding of Human Resource requirement in Mining sector in Gujarat at operator level.
Program Outline
07.00 Departure from Bhuj
10.30 – 10.45 Welcome Tea
10.15 – 10.45 iCEM Presentation
10.45 – 11.45 Introduction to Mining, Overview of Mining in Gujarat & Skill set requirements
11.45 – 13.00 Lunch
13.00 – 15.30 Mine Visit
15.30 – 15.45 Feedback
15.45 – 16.00 Vote of Thanks
16.00 Departure from GMDC, Bhavnagar
Corporate Social Responsibility in Mining:
A Mandate of Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
Background
Comprehensive development of communities through various amelioration activities is an integral part of policy for any responsible government/private sector organization. Such Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities enable an organisation to leverage its network, employees and profit in order to create meaningful change for marginalized families.
In Mining sector, CSR do not just only confined with compliance of human standards, facilitating better health, education & residential facilities but also to mitigate effect of climate change, sustainable management of natural resources, consumer protection, enabling locals to become self reliant by teaching them various vocational and business skills etc.
This cognizance seminar is framed to understand & discuss unprecedented impacts on environment & working population of various CSR activities in mining sector and also to prepare framework in order to contend those effects.
Objectives
- To review major CSR activities carried out at various mining units in Gujarat & India.
- To understand effect of CSR activities on environment and localcommunity and other stakeholders.
- To create awareness about possible new CSR initiatives and its future effects on environment and local community and other stakeholders.
- To understand new legal dynamics of CSR.
Who should attend?
In this seminar, expert speakers from government, international organizations, regulatory agencies, academic & research institutions and industry will be sharing their cognition and views.
This seminar is designed to provide utile analysis about CSR activities in mining sector. Hence we encourage Mining industry leaders, mining professionals, policy makers, CSR professionals, environment professional, consultants, occupational health & safety professionals to attend this seminar.
Venue: GMDC Auditorium
“Khanij Bhavan”, 132 ft. Ring Road, Nr. University Ground, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad:380052
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
About Us:
MEAI Ahmedabad Chapter
The Ahmedabad Chapter of Mining Engineers’ Association of India (MEAI) was launched on 14th June 1997 with (Late) Shri B K Antia, as its founder Chairman. The Chapter is, since then, providing valuable services to the Mining fraternity in the state of Gujarat. The Chapter has also won the Best Chapter Award of MEAI for the year 2012.
GMDC
GMDC was incorporated in the year 1963 to develop major mineral resources in the state and commenced with a small silica sand quarrying plant near Thangadh to crush and screen the silica required for glass manufacturing. To bring in efficiency and profitability in all areas of its working, the government of Gujarat being the sole owner dis-invested 26% of its stake and the Corporation became a listed entity (BSE&NSE) in the Corporate world in the year 1999 and is occupying a position within the top fortune 500 companies in our country with an annual turnover surpassing 1000 Crores with considerable annual growth rate.
iCEM
With the initiatives of Government of Gujarat (GoG), an MoU was executed between Government of Gujarat (GoG), Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (GMDC); TAFE, Illawara as an International Vocational Education Partner; International Partner, University of Wollongong, (UoW) Australia; Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University & IIT, Kharagpur as an academic Partners to set up a Centre for Excellence (CoE) in Mining. Safety and Automation. Consecutively, ‘International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation’ (iCEM) was conceived during Vibrant Gujarat, 2013.This Center has been promoted for the purpose of imparting and promoting skill development, demonstration of technology and best practices, training, research and development, incubation and entrepreneurship in mining, mineral development and facilitating industrial development in joint venture with Industrial partners.
Upskill of Operations and Maintenance Personnel in Mining Industry
3 Days Workshop on “Operations & Maintenance Practices of Mining Equipment” in association with M/s BEML Ltd. held At GMDC, PANANDHRO PROJECT from 31st August – 2nd September, 2015
There are significant amount of mining operations are going on nearby Panandhro. However there is a great dearth skilled person to handle various mining operations at various mines. Also there is significant vacuum of skilled trainers in the field of mining operation who can prepare required skill set in accordance to demand, which is a need of an hour.
iCEM organized Three Days Workshop on “Operation & Maintenance Practices of Mining Equipment” in association with BEML under Train the Trainer (T3) Programme Series at GMDC Panandhro to train the Operation & Maintenance staff representing three projects of GMDC namely Panandhro, Mata-no-Madh and Umarsar Project.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the programme is to create awareness for effective operation and best maintenance practice to be implemented during mining operation & maintenance. In addition to that this workshop will also explore participants about importance of safety in mining operation. In addition to that the program will help participants to understand insights about use of various mining machineries & equipments to handle different mining operations. It would further highlight the skill gap and the need of skill development in mining sector. After attending this course participants will have a fair understanding of operational practices & machineries pivotal to the mining industry, be able to interpret essential mining terminology and having clear understanding of the key concepts involved in mining.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the completion of program participants will be able to,
– Understand frequently used terminology of mining equipment and operations
– Understand the equipment used for surface mining operation To understand importance of safe operation and Maintenance Operation Practices of Mining Equipment
– To understand basic skill set required to operate and Maintain of these equipments
PROGRAM OUTLINE
DAY 1: 31.08.2015
Time Action
9:00-9:30 Registration & Welcome Tea.
9.30-9.45 Welcome address by Shri A. K. Garg, GM (Project), GMDC Panandhro.
9.45-10.15 Presentation of Panandhro Lignite Mine By Shri A. K. Garg, GM (P) GMDC Panandhro Project.
10.15-10.30 Tea Break
10.30-10.50 iCEM Presentation by Shri Sanjay Sakariya
12.00-1.00 Lunch Break.
1.00-2.30 Session by Shri Manoj K. (Senior Manager, BEML, Ahmedabad)
– Introduction of BEML and briefing about its Products.
– Manufacturing Facilities
– After Sales, Service & Parts Support
2.30-2.50 Tea Break
2.50-5.00 Session by Shri V. Anjaneyan, AGM (Training), BEML, Nagpur
– BE300 Hydraulic Excavator
– Salient Features and Equipment Specification
– Power Train Major Assemblies Location and Function
– Excavator Operation, Safety and Maintenance tips
Day 2: 01.09.2015
Time Action
9.00-10.00 Session by Shri V. Anjaneyan, AGM (Training), BEML, Nagpur
– BD155 Bulldozer Salient Features and Equipment Specification
10.00-10.20 Tea Break
10.20-12.00 Power Train- Major Assemblies Location and Function
– Bulldozer Operators Compartment and Controls etc
12.00-1.00 Lunch Break
1.00-2.30 Session by Shri V. Anjaneyan, AGM (Training), BEML, Nagpur
– Brief On Torque Converter,
– Transmission, Steering and Brake System
2.30-2.50 Tea Break
2.50-5.00 Under Carriage Components its Adjustment and Maintenance
Day 3: 02.09.2015
Time Action
9.00-10.00 Session by Shri V. Anjaneyan, AGM (Training), BEML, Nagpur
– BH35-2 Dump Truck Equipment Specification, Salient Features
10.00-10.20 Tea Break
10.20-12.00 Engine, Transmission Assembly its Description, Construction and Function
– Steering and Hoist Hydraulic System`
12.00-1.00 Lunch Break
1.00-3.00 Axles, Suspension, Brake Group
– Service, Parking, Retarder, Emergency Brake System
3.00-3.20 Tea Break
3.20-4.30 – Safety and Maintenance tips
4.30-5.00 Feedback, Certificate Distribution & Vote of Thanks NOTE Field Visits Will Be Arranged During The Afternoon Sessions on 01 & 02 September, 2015
7 Day Upcoming Program On “Upskilling of Dumper Operator” Held at GMDC Lignite Project, Panandhro | January 4-10, 2016
PROGRAM PREAMBLE
iCEM has organized 7 days training program in association with SCMS on “Upskilling of Dumper Operators” at GMDC Lignite Project Panandhro from January 04-10, 2016 to provide Upskilling exposure to the existing manpower of GMDC and its contractors’ staff. A total of 40 participants mainly Dumper Operators & Excavator Operators from GMDC’s three projects namely Lignite Project Panandhro, Mata-no-Madh and Umarsar took part in the program (Annexure I). Throughout the training program, the participants were given class room training as well as also provided an exposure of practical trainings pertaining to various “do’s and don’ts” at various stages of Dumper/Excavator operations (Annexure II & III). A total of 40 hours training program has been conducted into 15 hours of theory classes and 25 hours practical training of field demonstration.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of successful completion of the training, the participants should be able to –
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Sr No.
Outcomes for Dumper Operators
Outcomes for Excavator Operators
1
Prepare Dumper
Prepare Excavator
2
Perform Dumper Operations Perform Excavator Operations
3
Perform basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting on Dumper
Perform basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting on Excavator
4
Carry out Reporting and Logging – Dumper Operations
Carry Out Reporting and Logging – Excavator Operations
5
Health and Safety
Health and Safety
PROGRAM OUTLINE:
JANUARY 4-10, 2016
Date SESSION BY OBJECTIVE
04.01.2016 INAUGURAL FUNCTION
– Registration & Welcome Tea.
– Welcome address by Shri A. K. Garg, GM (P), GMDC Panandhro Project
– Brief Overview of Skill Development in Mining Sector by Mr. Saurabh Sethi, MD, Mosaic
– Overview of Training Program by Shri A Choondavat, Master Trainer, Mosaic
– iCEM Overview by Mr. Sanjay Sakariya, Manager – Marketing, iCEM
FORMAL TRAINING
04.01.2016 Prepare Dumper / Excavator for Operations
05.01.2016 Perform Dumper / Excavator Operations.
06.01.2016 Perform Basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting
07.01.2016 Perform Basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting
08.01.2016 Carry out Reporting and Logging
09.01.2016 Health & Safety
10.01.2016 Assessment
PHOTO GALLARY
5 Days Training Program On “Upskilling of Dumper Operator” Held at GMDC Lignite Project, Rajpardi | April 26-30, 2016
Considering the need and urgency for Skilling/Upskilling and recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) of the workforce engaged in the mining sector and certification of them in line with new and relevant policy and guidelines of Government of India (GoI), as well as to develop a pool of skilled workforce for statutory and non-statutory positions that could be available for working in mining sector and further to contribute towards enhancement of production and productivity of mining sector as whole; iCEM, in association with Skill Council for Mining Sector (SCMS) has introduced numerous of Skill Development Programs for Skilling/Upskilling of mining manpower. Mainly it includes –
1) Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – for Existing Operators
2) Training – for Fresh Candidates
Under the above training programs, the participants would be given an exposure of Skilling/Upskilling on various job roles of mining sector. There are various types of course modules for Skilling & Upskilling of mining manpower based on approved Qualification Packs (QPs) and National Occupation Standards (NOSs).
At present, iCEM has introduced Skill Development Program on ‘Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)’ for existing manpower of GMDC and its contractors’ staff. Training Programs for ‘Fresh Candidates’ would be introduce very soon at iCEM. In Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), the existing mining sector workforce (skilled operators so far lacking any certification on their prior learning) will undergo pre-assessment, training by SCMS authorized training partner on approved QPs and NOSs, followed by an assessment, and then certification by SCMS.
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
Skill Development Training Programs in association with SCMS; the role SCMS is to provide accredited training partners and assessors to iCEM. In the existing mode of operandi, SCMS recommended ‘Mosaic Network (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Mosaic)’ as a leading training provider and one of the most competent training organization empanelled with SCMS for trainings of mining sector in Gujarat state. The training methodology is aligned to NSQF (National Skill
Qualification Framework) which not only Up-skills the trainees through classroom and practical trainings but also provides them nationwide recognized certificates.
PROGRAM PREAMBLE
iCEM has organized 5 days training program in association with SCMS on “Upskilling of Dumper Operators” at GMDC Lignite Project Rajpardi from January 26-30, 2016 to provide Upskilling exposure to the existing manpower of GMDC and its contractors’ staff. A total of 25 participants mainly Dumper Operators from GMDC’s two projects namely Lignite Project Rajpardi and Tadkeshwar took part in the program (Annexure I). Throughout the training program, the participants were given theoretical class room training as well as exposure of practical trainings pertaining to various “do’s and don’ts” at various stages of Dumper operations. A total of 32 hours training program have been conducted into 12 hours of theoretical classes and 20 hours of practical filed demonstration training.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of successful completion of the training, the participants should be able to –
| SR NO. | OUTCOMES |
| 1 | Prepare Dumper for Operations |
| 2 | Perform Dumper for Operations |
| 3 | Perform basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting on Dumper |
| 4 | Carry out Reporting and Logging – Dumper Operations |
| 5 | Health and Safety |
Date SESSION BY OBJECTIVE
26.04.2016 Registration & Welcom
– Welcome address by Shri R. S. Das, GM (P), GMDC Rajpardi
– Brief Overview of Skill Development in Mining Sector by Shri Aditya Verma, AVP-Training,
– iCEM Overview by Mr. Sanjay Sakariya, Manager – Marketing, iCEM
26.04.2016 Prepare Dumper for Operations.
27.04.2016 Perform Dumper Operations
28.04.2016 Perform Basic Maintenance & Troubleshooting on Dumper
29.04.2016 Reporting and Logging – Dumper Operations health and safety.
30.04.2016 Assessment
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