1. International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety & Automation
Presentation by
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd.

2. About GMDC
GMDC was conceived as a major player to supply much needed industrial fuel to the industries of the state, particularly the small and medium industries.
In the year 1963, GMDC was incorporated as a Government Company to explore and develop the mineral riches of the State of Gujarat
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd.
A company established under the Companies Act, 1956

5. GMDC’s Initiative International Centres of Excellence
International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety & Automation
(iCEM)
International Centre for Entrepreneurship & Technology
(icreate)
International Stone Research Centre
(ISRC)

6. International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety & Automation
VISION
“iCEM envisions to be recognized as the distinguished global collaborator to the Mining industry in the fields of Skill Development and Corporate Training, Demonstration of Technology and Best Practices, Education and Training, Research and Development , Incubation, Entrepreneurship through continued innovation and excellence.”
MISSION
"Our Mission is to empower and inspire Global Mining Fraternity with focus on Mining Safety and Automation."

7. iCEM - Objectives
Providing training opportunities and in-field access to facilities and developing future generations of researchers, industry leaders and highly qualified personnel through such training.
Collaborating with global mining companies, universities, government researchers, technical consultants, and innovative SMEs across the world for skill and technology transfer.
Facilitating industry-focused research and innovation that advances concepts, processes and methodologies.
Implementing sound business practices with a focus on accountability, efficiency and effectiveness.
Attracting global patrons and government funding in mining sector as whole.

8. iCEM - Partners and Collaborators
Govt. Nodal Agency
Govt. of Gujarat
Principal Promoter
Gujarat Mineral Development
Corporation
Ltd.
International Academic Partner
University of WollongongAustralia
National Academic Partner
Pandit Deendayal Petroleum
University
National Academic Partner
IIT
Kharagpur
International Vocational Education
Partner
TAFE NSW Illawara
Australia

9. ,
iCEM
Focus
Sectors
Automation, Best Practices, Engineering, Safety, Technology, ICT, CSR, Rehabilitation, Planning, Closure ,

10. iCEM – Area of Activities
Skill Development & Corporate Training
Strengthening Mining Education and Capacity Building
Degree Programs
Research and Innovation
Technology and
Best Practices

11. iCEM - Skill Development & Corporate Training
State Level
ITI Level
Polytechnic Level
Degree Engineering Level
National
Development of Skilled Workers
5/11/2014
International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation

12. iCEM Skill Development – State Level
ITI Level
Heavy Earth Moving Equipment (HEME) Operator
Mechanics
Auto Electricians
Pump Mechanic
Auto Mechanics
Shovel / Excavator Operator
Driver for Large Dumper Operator
Dozer Operator
Polytechnic Level
Earth Mover Operator
Integrated Certification to meet DGMS requirement
Mine Foremen’s Certificate
Overmen’s Certificate
Mine Surveyors Certificate
Second Class Mine Managers’ Certificate
First Class Mine Managers’ Certificate
Degree Engg. Level
Mine Planning and Design (for females) integrated with field experience
Second Class Mine Managers
First Class Mine Managers
B.Tech. (Hons) in Mining Engg.
5/11/2014
International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation

13. iCEM Skill Development – National Level
Executive Development Programs
(Development of Skilled Workers)
Drilling and Blasting
Rock excavation engineering
Mine Systems Engineering
Rock mechanics and strata control
Surface mining
Tunneling and underground space technology
Advanced mine surveying
Mine planning and design
Risk assessment and Disaster management
Underground mine environment
Mine ergonomics and work place environment
5/11/2014
International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation

14. iCEM Strengthening Mining Education & Capacity Building
Training of the Trainers
On the job Training for students
Awareness Seminars
Knowledge exchange between International Academic Partners
Develop industry relevant Course Curriculum, teaching methodology and teaching aid for institutes/organizations
Advance level Certification training
Identify and introduce bridge courses as modules in regular training programs

15. Post Graduate Programs Dual Degree & Doctorate
iCEM Degree Programs
Post Graduate Programs
M.Tech.(Mining Engineering)
M.Tech (Geomatics)
M.Tech (Underground Space Technology)
MS (by research)
M.Tech (Mining)
M.Tech (Geology)
Dual Degree & Doctorate
B.Tech. (Hons) in Mining Engg. & M.Tech. in Mining Engg.
B.Tech. (Hons) in Mining Engg. & M.Tech. in Mine Safety Engg.
Integrated Masters in Mine Planning and Design.
Integrated Masters in Underground Coal Gasification.
Integrated masters in Mineral Value Addition, etc.
Full Time & Part Time Ph.D

16. iCEM Research and Innovation
State
Technology for Mineral Processing Development
Research in the fields of Manganese, Phosphorus, Dolomites, Base mental minerals, and Fluoride
Recovery and utilization of Secondary Minerals from Over Burden
National
Rock Mechanics
Aerodynmics
Geomatics & Remote sensing
Geo- environment
Mineral Processing
Mine planning & Design
Safety & Human factors
Rock excavation
Surface Mining of Metalliferous Ore
International
Mining technology,
Automation,
Mine mapping,
Bulk material handling,
Mine back filling,
Productivity and safety (related to deep surface and underground mining)
5/11/2014
International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation

17. iCEM Technology & Best Practices
Demonstration of New Technologies and Best Practices
Training of New Technologies and Best Practices
Initial focus will be on following areas:
Slope Stability
Ore and Waste Handling
Clean Mining

18. MoU Signing during Vibrant Gujarat 2013

19. iCEM Workshop
in May 2013

20. MoU signing during India Mining in Oct. ‘13

21. GoG Delegation Institutional Visit to Australia in the month of Dec

22. Meeting with Premier Office, NSW
Sydney for institutional tie ups - Dec. ‘13

23. MoU with University of Wollongong in Dec. ‘13

24. MoU with TAFE Illawara Institute
In Dec. ‘13

25. CSR in Mining
May ‘14

26. Training of ITI Trainers – CGMDC Panandhrow
July ‘14

27. Opp. Kensville, Dev Dholera Village,
Nr. Baldana Village, Bavla-Rajkot Highway,
Ahmedabad.
(Approx 45 Kms from Ahmedabad)
iCEM First Building

28. iCEM First Building

29. iCEM First Building

30. iCEM First Building

31. Core Team

36. Growing Infrastructure Exciting Tourist Destination
Business Opportunities
Strong Fundamentals
High Industrial Growth
Key Initiatives
Strategic Location
Landmark Developments