Asieh Hekmat - Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering - Department of Metallurgical Engineering, University of Concepcion

Assistant Professor

Department of Metallurgical Engineering, University of Concepcion

07.2016 - Current

Teaching courses: I am responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Open pit mine planning and design, Mine loading and haulage equipment, Mining economy and project management in mining.
Thesis supervision: I guide and mentor students through the process of completing their undergraduate thesis projects. This involves providing feedback on their work, helping them develop research questions, and ensuring they meet all required deadlines.
Research projects: This involves identifying research questions, designing research methodologies, conducting data analysis, and writing research reports.
Professional development: I am committed to my own professional development and seek opportunities to enhance my skills and knowledge in the field of Mining Engineering. This includes attending conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities.

Head of mining engineering

Department of Metallurgical Engineering, University of Concepcion

05.2022 - 05.2023

Managing the faculty team: I lead and manage the faculty members of the Mining Major program, ensuring that each member has the resources they need to perform their duties effectively. This includes coordinating their schedules, providing feedback and support, and managing any issues that arise.
Supporting student success: I work closely with students to help them succeed in their studies, providing guidance on course registration, prerequisites, and program requirements. I also assist students in resolving any issues they may have with faculty members, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
Course planning: I am responsible for planning and organizing the Mining Major program courses for each semester, ensuring that courses are offered at appropriate times and that students can meet the prerequisites required for their desired courses. This involves analyzing enrollment trends, monitoring student progress, and ensuring that the curriculum meets the needs of students and industry requirements.
Program development: I am involved in the development and revision of the Mining Major program curriculum, ensuring that it remains up-to-date and relevant to industry needs. This includes identifying emerging trends and opportunities for new courses, as well as ensuring that the program meets accreditation standards.

Research Assistant

Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC), University of Chile

01.2015 - 06.2016

As a Research Assistant, I managed the 'Gravity Flow Technology' project, funded by the Chilean Government (CORFO) and the Chilean National Commission of Scientific Research and Technology (CONICYT), which involved researching and developing new technology in the field of cave mining technique. My responsibilities included:
Project management: I led and managed research projects, ensuring that they remained on track and within budget.
Mentorship: I mentored postgraduate students in their thesis projects, providing guidance on research methodologies, data analysis, and writing.
Research and analysis: I conducted research and analysis related to the project, including literature reviews, data collection and analysis, and experimental design and testing.
Paper writing: I wrote papers based on the results of the team's research, which were published in ISI journals. This involved summarizing research findings, drawing conclusions, and providing recommendations for further research.
Collaboration: I collaborated with other members of the research team, as well as with industry partners and other stakeholders. This involved sharing research findings, coordinating project activities, and identifying opportunities for further collaboration.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Block Caving Laboratory (BCLAB), University of Chile

06.2014 - 06.2015

As a Postdoc Research Fellow, I worked on the 'Mud Rush Flow Modeling in Block Caving Operation' research project, under the supervision of Dr. Raul Castro. My responsibilities included:
Research and modeling: This involved analyzing data and designing experiments to help understand the behavior of mud rush flows.
Paper writing: I wrote several ISI papers based on the findings of research projects.
Conference participation: I presented our research findings at several national and international conferences.
Mentoring: I worked with PhD students to help them in their investigations.
Language learning: I dedicated a significant amount of time to learning Spanish, which was so important for my work in Chile. This involved taking courses, practicing conversation, and immersing myself in the language as much as possible.

Mining Consultant

Ariyajonoob Mining Company

03.2011 - 12.2014

As a mining consultant, I was responsible for the short-term mine design and planning of various iron ore mines located in Yazd and Kerman. I made monthly visits to the mines and mostly worked with Datamine and AutoCAD software to create mine designs. Additionally, I wrote several feasibility study reports for new deposits, primarily focused on iron ore. My expertise includes using borehole data as input information to model the deposit, estimate reserves, define the mining method, conduct long-term production planning, and conduct an economic evaluation of mining projects.

Lecturer

Department of Mining and metallurgy, Amirkabir University of Technology

09.2009 - 05.2013

As a Lecturer, I have taught a variety of courses to both undergraduate and postgraduate students at different universities of Iran, including:
Operation research: postgraduate students, Amirkabir University
Open pit mine planning and design: postgraduate students, Kashan University
Statistics in geology: postgraduate students of geology, Tarbiyat Moalem university
Surface mine planning and design: undergraduate students, Kashan University
Mine design: undergraduate students, Kashan University
Mining equipment: undergraduate students, Kashan University
Services in mining: undergraduate students, Kashan University
Datamine workshop: I had several courses and workshops about Datamine software at universities and also Mines
My responsibilities included:
Developing course materials: I developed course materials such as syllabi, lecture notes, and assignments, and ensured that these materials were up-to-date and relevant to the subject matter.
Delivering lectures: I delivered engaging and informative lectures to students, using a variety of teaching methods such as slideshows, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.
Grading assignments and exams: I graded assignments and exams fairly and efficiently, providing constructive feedback to students to help them improve their understanding of the material.

Mining Consultant

Morvarid Iron ore mine

03.2009 - 02.2010

During my PhD studies, I had a short-term job that provided me with the opportunity to design blast hole patterns and select explosive materials. This experience allowed me to develop my skills in the area of explosives engineering and to gain practical experience in the field.

Mining Environmental Consultant

Kush Madan consulting company

03.2004 - 06.2005

Between my master's and PhD, I worked part-time at a consulting company where I was responsible for evaluating the environmental impacts of an iron ore mine. This experience gave me valuable insight into the environmental considerations and regulations involved in the mining industry.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Assistant Professor

Head of mining engineering

Research Assistant

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mining Consultant

Lecturer

Mining Consultant

Mining Environmental Consultant

Education

Ph.D - Mining engineering

Master of Science - Mining Engineering

Bachelor of Science - Mining Engineering

Skills

Websites

Certification

Publications

Software

Professional Development and Technical Achievements

Press Coverage

Timeline

Head of mining engineering

Assistant Professor

Research Assistant

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mining Consultant

Lecturer

Mining Consultant

Mining Environmental Consultant

Master of Science - Mining Engineering

Bachelor of Science - Mining Engineering

Ph.D - Mining engineering

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