“Dry” cover systems, which are principally constructed from
geological materials and other particulate media, are used as oxygen
and water limiting barriers for acid generating mine wastes. This short
course outlined the principles of flow through covers as well as design
concepts and principles. Laboratory testing methods were outlined
and techniques for instrumentation and monitoring discussed. The
results of field case studies for covers in humid and arid climates were
analyzed and presented; reductions in acid generation and costs
emphasized. This course was designed for mine waste management
engineers, consulting engineers and researchers involved in the
design, instrumentation and performance of “dry” covers systems.