Application of Machine Learning Algorithms in Surface Mining Operations

Description

Mining companies are rapidly transforming their operations from conventional manned activities to intelligent autonomous operations. In this transition, the companies need to replace several equipment and tools with the intelligent ones. Decision-making tools such as fleet management systems and production planners are not excluded. In this project, the admitted candidate will be investigating application of machine learning algorithms in the transformation of mining to intelligent operations.

Research Field

- Surface Mining
- Machine Learning
- Operations Research
- Digital Transformation

Research Supervisor

Ali Moradi Afrapoli

Research Environment

Department of Mining, Metallurgy and Materials Engineering

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Doctorate in Mining Engineering

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
Progression scholarship	7 x $500
Doctoral exam or seminar presentation	$750
Doctoral exam, seminar or conference	$1,000
Publication	$750
Communication	$1,000
First submission of dissertation	$1,000*
Total	$8,500

*A $500 bonus will be added to the graduation scholarship if the initial submission is made before the semester preceding the final qualifying semester.

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Funding source	Amount
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$30,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$30,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,000 to $2,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $70,000$
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $40,000.

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Mining Engineering with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
Evaluated activity	$650
Achievement scholarship	$1,000
Total	$1,650

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,000 to $2,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$17,500 to $40,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Mineral, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Industrial Engineering

Required Documentation

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Find Out More

Ali Moradi Afrapoli
Département de génie des mines, de la métallurgie et des matériaux
ali.moradi@gmn.ulaval.ca