Course Description
Comprehensive training for individuals seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills in geological principles applied to mining, including ore characterisation, sampling and resource estimation.
What You'll Learn
Requirements
- Basic understanding of mining operations
- Access to computer and internet
- Commitment to complete coursework
- Willingness to engage in practical exercises
Course Curriculum
44 lessons across 11 sections
- Principles of Structural Geology
- Faults, Folds, and Other Structural Features
- Geological Mapping Techniques
- Structural Controls on Mineralization
- Classification of Ore Deposits
- Genesis of Ore Deposits
- Exploration Techniques for Ore Deposits
- Types of Ore Deposits and Their Geological Characteristics
- Introduction to Petrology and Mineralogy
- Petrographic Techniques and Thin Section Analysis
- Ore Mineralogy and Its Significance
- Petrological Controls on Mineralization
- Geochemical Sampling and Analysis Methods
- Interpretation of Geochemical Data
- Geochemical Exploration Techniques
- Geochemical Vectoring and Targeting Methods
- Principles of Geostatistics
- Variography and Spatial Continuity Analysis
- Resource Estimation Techniques (Kriging, Inverse Distance Weighting)
- Uncertainty and Risk Assessment in Resource Estimation
- Geological Input in Mine Planning
- Basics of Mine Design and Layout
- Introduction to Open Pit and Underground Mining Methods
- Integration of Geological Models with Mine Planning Software
- Introduction to Geological Modeling
- 3D Geological Modeling Techniques
- Validation and Quality Assurance of Geological Models
- Application of Geological Models in Mine Planning
- Principles of Exploration Geophysics
- Interpretation of Geophysical Data
- Application of Geophysics in Mineral Exploration
- Advanced Geophysical Techniques
- Environmental Geochemistry and Hydrogeology
- Geotechnical Considerations in Mine Site Characterization
- Rehabilitation and Closure Planning for Mining Operations
- Environmental Impact Assessment Techniques
- Risk Assessment and Management in Geological Exploration
- Geological Hazards Assessment and Mitigation
- Legal and Regulatory Considerations in Geological Risk Management
- Geotechnical Risk Management in Mine Development
- Analysis of Geological Exploration Projects
- Case Studies of Successful Resource Estimation and Mine Development Projects
- Practical Applications of Geological Techniques
Your Instructor
Dr Emmanuel Daanoba Sunkari
Instructor
Dr Emmanuel Daanoba Sunkari specialises in mine geology, bringing strong academic and field experience to AfIMPP's geology programmes.
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