Roman Engineering. Mining

Cross-cutting
Digital Skills

Digital Skills

Duration

6 a.m.

PRESENTATION

Discover the fascinating world of Roman Engineering. Mining and dive into an industry that’s making a strong comeback. Today, knowledge of traditional techniques such as gold mining in riverbeds, galleries, and pits is more relevant than ever, especially with the rise of sustainability and efficiency in mining processes. This course immerses you in the methods that the Romans used, from draining water from tunnels to the roasting required to process the ore. You’ll learn about iconic examples such as the mining center in Irún and the gold mine at Las Médulas. This knowledge not only broadens your historical understanding, but it also gives you a critical perspective on current mining processes. Become an expert in a field that combines history, engineering, and promising career prospects.

Objectives

  • Understanding the process of extraction gold in ore deposits and river sediments.

  • Identify the techniques for extracting gold in small galleries and shafts.

  • Analyze the post-extraction processes required in Roman galleries.

  • Understanding the role of Irún as a Roman mining center.

  • Examine the roasting in the extraction of materials from tunnels.

  • Explain the drainage system used to remove water from tunnels mining companies.

  • Study the farm gold-bearing Las Médulas and its historical impact.

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. ROMAN MINING ENGINEERING Introduction Roman mining technology
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