Analysis of elements of surface mining operations. Classification of surface mining equipment systems vis-à-vis unit operations. Equipment selection criteria and procedures, application and selection. Types, basic operations, maintenance and capacity utilization, applicability and selection considerations. Computations for the capacity and number of machines vis-à-vis mine production. Dump planning. Minimization of adverse impacts and maximization of use of mineral resources. Cost Estimation. Conversion of old underground workings into surface mines.