Geology for Non-Geologists – Johannesburg and Online
An introduction to geology – from early exploration through to the reporting of mineral resources
ZAR15,000 per person
If you would like to register on BOTH this Geology for Non-Geologists course and the Mining for Non-Miners course, please email training@snowdenoptiro.com to get your 10% discount.
PLEASE NOTE:
To secure your registration, either full payment or a valid purchase order is required prior to the course start date.
Please note that non-payment will result in cancellation of your registration.
Payment or purchase order confirmation will finalise your enrolment.
Presenter: Senzeni Mandava – Principal Consultant
Venue: Illovo, Johannesburg.
This 1-day course teaches key geology and resource estimation concepts, how a company progresses a project from early-stage exploration through to a mining reserve, plus the classification and reporting of mineral resources on the stock exchange.
This course has been designed for non-geologists working in, associated with or investing in the mining industry.
Attendees will gain:
- An introduction to the main rock types (igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary)
- An understanding of the structure of the earth
- An introduction to key deposit types, including iron ore, gold, nickel, base metals and bauxite
- An overview of the formation of coal, oil and gas deposits
- An introduction to common drilling and sample methods, and associated risks
- An overview of resource estimation focusing on metalliferous (yielding metal) deposits
- An understanding of public reporting using the relevant reporting codes such as JORC, SAMREC, NI 43-101
- An overview of reading and interpreting reports, as well as key geology and mining terms
- Learn how to interpret geological data
- Interpret mineral resource and exploration results in stock exchange company announcements
Open-Book Post-Course Assessment Exam
As part of your course package, you have the option to take an open-book post-training course assessment exam at no additional cost. This is a valuable opportunity for you to reinforce your learning and demonstrate your understanding of the course material, and for you to add to your professional portfolio.
Key Points:
Open-Book Exam: You can use your course materials during the exam to assist you.
No Extra Cost: The exam is included in the price you have already paid for the course.
Graded Certificate: Upon successful completion, you will receive a graded Certificate of Assessment, showcasing your achievement.
We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to earn your Certificate of Assessment, which can be a great addition to your professional portfolio.
Duration (in days)
1
Price in ZAR
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