Mining and Geology Fundamentals for Non-Miners

Presenter: Mark Drabble B.App,Sci,(Geology), MAusIMM, MAIG – Executive Consultant

This 1-day course has been specifically designed for non-miners working in or associated with the mining industry – who need to understand the key fundamentals about the mine cycle. The course takes you from exploration through to mine closure.

You will learn about: the key geology concepts; drilling and sampling; resource estimation and classification; how a mining company takes a project through to a mining reserve; how to interpret company reports on their mineral resources and exploration results; the mining cycle for underground and open pit mines; the basics of capital and operating costs and how they are incorporated into project valuation;  pre-feasibility and feasibility studies; mine planning to optimise production; mine closure; and of course the key terminology of the mining industry.

The course attendees will be given informative overviews and insights into:

  • The mine life cycle
  • Key concepts of geology and processes
  • Mineral deposits – commodity styles, types, formation, size, worldwide distribution
  • The importance of drilling, sampling and assaying
  • Mineral Resource estimation and classification codes (JORC, CIM etc)
  • Understanding and interpreting company reports and terminology
  • Open pit and underground mining methods and the principles of mine design and planning
  • Operational practices of the mining industry
  • Grade Control concepts
  • Mineral processing, metal extraction and concentrate production
  • Project pre-feasibility and feasibility studies
  • Mine closure and rehabilitation

Feedback from attendees:

  • Great course and great presenter! Thank you Mark and Diana 
  • It gave a great overview – Mark was an excellent presenter and made it relatively simple to understand. 
  • Great verve! Warm and welcoming staff. Terrific food and refreshments. A comprehensive course that I would recommend to professionals new to mining or non-technical staff seeking a greater understanding of the What, How and Why mining is executed. (OPS Manager) 

Duration (in days)

1

Price in AU Dollars

In-house /Online or Onsite training is a cost-effective way of getting your whole team trained.

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