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Fundamentals of Mining
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A Comprehensive 2 Day Course outlining the Technical Fundamentals of Exploration, Geology, Mining Methods & Production for Industry Newcomers
About the Course
This course will provide a new or relatively new entrant into the mining industry with a clear understanding of the fundamentals, workings and technical components of mining in general, and its application in the Asian and global industry.
Delegates will learn about the technical aspects of mining ranging from exploration methods, geology, resource estimation, surface mining and underground mining to mine planning, mining methods, and mine closures.
For those in the mining industry, this course will provide a fundamental background and improve communication and negotiation with peers and stakeholders.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Gain a deeper understanding for the terms used in the mining industry
- Understand the factors and motivation that influence the technical & broader industry personnel with whom interactions happen on a day-to-day basis
- Obtain the knowledge you need to participate in company operations, management and decision making
- Learn about mine geology and resource/reserve estimations
- Discuss the different stages in a mining project and get a clearer picture of the global mining companies today
- Critically evaluate the challenges faced by the mining industry today and what the future could hold
Who Should Attend:
- New employees that need a good basic overview of the industry
- Mid level employees that are looking to transfer within the industry
- Executives and mid-level employees of companies on the fringe of the mining industry who need an overview of how the industry and others who work with the industry function
- Bankers, lawyers and others who work with the industry
Expert Course Director
Dr. Richard Durham
Richard has a diverse portfolio of experience in the mining industry spanning 30 years, & is currently Professor for Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia.
