Introduction

This brand new one day course is tailored for a new or relitavely new entrant into the mining industry or non-industry individuals interested in furthering their knowledge in this field. The course will provide a clear understanding of the fundamentals of mining and the terminology used within the industry. Participants will learn about exploration methods, geology, resource estimation, surface and underground mining and processing. Mine planning, mining methods and a tour of the processing plant will also be covered. This course is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to gain a firm understanding of the mining industry in a short period of time.

Course Benefits

Participants of this course will gain an invaluable insight into the mining industry. The course is designed to teach the basic principles of expolration, geology, mining methods and production. Participants will learn about exploration methods, open-pit and underground mining, extraction techniques and will gain a thorough understanding of mineral processing. This course will provide a concrete understanding of the mining industry as a whole and provide participants with an inight into the various challenges that lie ahead.

Participants are provided with comprehensive course notes on CD . This will serve as a valuable resource for later reference

Leading Presenter

Damian Connelly - Director/Principal Consulting Engineer
Mineral Engineering Technical Services

Who Should Attend?

The Essential Guide to the Mining Industry Course is designed to suit anyone seeking a thorough understanding of the industry regardless of knowledge or experience. This includes; new employees or those seeking to enter the industry, mid-level employees that require additional information, and executives who need an overview of how the industry functions. Admin staff, sales consultants, brokers, recruitment consultants, accountants and any other personnel dealing with the mining industry would also benefit from this course.

Course Programme

• Introduction
• Exploration
• Geology
• Open Pit Mining
• Underground Mining
• Mineral Processing
• Extraction Techniques
• Infrastructure
• Challenges Ahead

Click here to download our Exploration, Mining and Processing Fundamentals Course Brochure