Practical Variography Using Supervisor – Perth & Online
Practical and relevant advice for preparing and analysing variograms
This course will teach you the fundamentals of spatial analysis. You will learn: how variograms are calculated and what they mean, how geology is reflected in variograms, how data quality and the geological model can impact the variogram, how to interpret and model variograms, and how variograms impact the estimation process.
Topics
In this course you will learn:
- How variograms are calculated and what they mean
- How geology is reflected in variograms
- How data quality and the geological model can impact the variogram
- How to interpret and model variograms
- How variograms impact the estimation process
- Improve your analytical skills for variography – Increase your awareness of variograms pit-falls
- Pick up tips, hints and case studies for relevant and practical reference
The course covers the entire resource estimation process including;
- Applications and issues
- Preparing for variography – Calculating variograms
- Interpreting for directions of continuity – Interpreting ‘interesting’ variograms
- Modelling variograms – Relevance of variograms for Inverse Distance methods
- Practical application of variograms for kriging and conditional simulation
The course programme assumes attendees have some exposure to variography and are looking to fine-tune their skills and develop more practical awareness of pit-falls.
Benefits
This course is designed for geologists responsible for resource estimation, estimating drill spacing or conditional simulation systems.
Open-Book Post-Course Assessment Exam

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 AU Dollars
In-house /Online or Onsite training is a cost-effective way of getting your whole team trained.
Contact us for further information
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Date
- Nov 17 2025
- Expired!
Time
AWST- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Cost
- AUD1,975.00
Location
Perth classroom and Online
Organizer
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Snowden Optiro
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