Coal Exploration, Mine Planning and Development

This is an important look at coal exploration and mining worldwide, with discussions on the parameters and decision-making factors in drilling and processing coal.

Introduction to Coal and Coal Issues
Coal Deposits of the World
Exploration and Mapping Methods
Methods in Logistical Planning
Depositional Modeling Methods
Methods in Basinal Analysis
Methods in Resource Modeling
Sampling Methods
Methods of Analysis
Methods in Data Acquisition and Projection
Methods in Data Synthesis and Interpretation
Methods in Graphical Presentation of Coal Information
Methods in Reference, Information Compilation, and Literature
Methods in Premine Planning
Methods in Environmental Baseline Assessment and Environmental Resource Protection
Future Methods
Bibliography
Subject Index