Introduction

Though steel had been produced by various inefficient methods long before the Renaissance, its use became more common after more-efficient production methods were devised in the 17th century. With the invention of the Bessemer process in the mid-19th century, steel became an inexpensive mass-produced material. Today, steel is one of the most common materials in the world, with more than 1.3 billion tons produced annually.

Iron and steel are used widely in the construction of roads, railways, other infrastructure, appliances, and buildings. Most large modern structures, such as stadiums and skyscrapers, bridges, and airports, are supported by a steel skeleton. It is a major component in buildings, infrastructure, tools, ships, automobiles, machines, appliances, and weapons. Modern steel is generally identified by various grades defined by assorted standards organisations.      

Workshop Benefits

Mineral Engineering Technical Services
Damian has over 40 years experience as a Consulting Engineer. He has extensive experience in the gold, copper, lead, zinc, uranium and iron ore industries. His field of expertise lies in plant operations, feasibility studies, detailed design, and commissioning. He has been involved in many projects including engineering, audits, due diligence, tenders and expert witness work.

METS' training courses have been run both in Australia and overseas, and are highly regarded.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is designed to provide knowledge of a wide range of aspects regarding iron and steel making to project managers, geologists, senior mine and processing plant operating staff, engineers and researchers. The course can also benefit training providers, suppliers to resource industry, technologists, accountants, brokers and investors. It requires no pre-requisite knowledge and participants will be provided with comprehensive course notes on CD and a certificate upon completion of the course.

Workshop Programme

• Introduction
• Sintering and Pelletising
• Coal and Coke Fundamentals
• Uses of Specific Rare Earths
• Blast Furnace and Oxygen Steel Making
• Raw Materials
• Testwork and Quality
• Refractories, Slags and Other Issues
• Projects

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