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This course provides a non-technical introduction to the basic concepts of mineral exploration, ore extraction, mineral processing, and mine waste management, with numerous examples, figures and images of mining. Also included are some key aspects of the economics of a mining and mineral processing operation. An Introduction to Mining and Mineral Processing is for anyone who finds themselves working in the mining industry and needs a broad understanding of the industry without the technical details. Examples include geologists, chemists, engineers (except perhaps mining engineers), administrative staff, investors, accountants and suppliers. This is a premium course which has been peer-reviewed by a committee appointed by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME). Authors Dr. Scott Dunbar   Duration: 8 Hours Access: 90 Days Category: Mining Level: Introduce Version Date: June 6, 2014 ​Need to train a team? Whether you're looking for a customized training program or developing a team, we have enterprise solutions to fit your needs. Learn More   Read More

Course overview Explore the multi-disciplinary components of studies, between exploration and operations. You also get access to a three month All-Access Subscription to Edumine enabling you to learn from the 110+ on-demand courses offered on a variety of topics.  Study Processes for Resource Projects examines the role of the different contributors to ensure technical discipline and that risk is managed to prepare successful business cases. Download the brochure here. In creating a consistent roadmap for preparing and evaluating Projects, the course provides a framework for ensuring the right tasks are pursued at the right time, and the steps needed to present information in a compelling way. The course will provide participants the tools they need to inform decision making to advance studies at key project milestones and support evaluation. The course shares the stages in a project development study process – from scoping through to front-end engineering and design. By following a structured process, course participants can ensure a standardised approach that can be applied across resource projects. Duration Delivery Start Date PD Hours Language 20 hours / 5 weeks 100% online 4 October 2023 Up to 20 English Course structure The five-week course is a collaborative, hands-on online learning experience, taking learners approximately 20 hours to complete. Please note the live sessions are not mandatory. The virtual classrooms will be recorded and available on the same day for participants who are unable to attend the live event. Course content includes:  Live virtual classrooms Videos of interviews with various subject matter experts Additional resources and readings Group discussion forums  Learning activities in the form of short test questions  Note: This course will be delivered by AusIMM through a partnership with Edumine. Course Sessions Tue 10th Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Tue 17th Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Tue 24th Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Tue 31st Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Note: All times are in Pacific Time. Who should attend? Project managers Influence project progression through key milestones and approval gates; and better understand how to interpret cases put to you for approval Study managers Learn how to follow processes required to craft compelling proposals to secure support for your projects Exploration managers Learn how to present information in a way that creates a compelling argument for investors Course facilitators   Lisa Park FAusIMM (CP) Metallurgist   Karl van Olden FAusIMM Executive Lead – Operations, AMC Consultants   Peter Fairfield  FAusIMM(CP) Principal Consultant, Miner Insight Pty Ltd Read More

Course overview Learn how Integrated Mine Closure (IMC) can realise significant value to operations; how to assess closure risks; opportunities to realise value and maintenance programs to drive relinquishment. Download the brochure here.  You also get access to a three month All-Access Subscription to Edumine enabling you to learn from the 110+ on-demand courses offered on a variety of topics.   This Professional Certificate introduces Integrated Mine Closure (IMC), the role of environmental and socio-economic knowledge base and the importance of a shared closure vision; the criticality of social transition and leaving a positive legacy to successful IMC;  the importance of closure integration into Life of Mine planning and multi-disciplinary ownership of IMC. You will learn to: Identify and assess closure risks and opportunities to reduce risk and realise value; Recognise that the execution of closure plans requires the same project management rigour as the original mine development; Explain success criteria and associated monitoring and maintenance programs to drive relinquishment.   Through improved knowledge of the Integrated Mine Closure process, learners will be able to more proactively contribute to planning and execution as part of their normal roles, rapidly upskill in this important process, add more value to your role, and use the increased knowledge as a springboard to higher level opportunities within your company. ICMM’s ‘Integrated Mine Closure: Good Practice Guide’ has been drawn upon in the development of this course. AusIMM would like to acknowledge the contributors to that guide, in particular the ICMM team, their members and consultants. Duration Delivery Start Date PD Hours Language 40 hours / 8 weeks 100% online 9 October 2023 Up to 40 English Course structure The practical and outcomes-focused eight-week course consists of six modules over six weeks, with a final two weeks to complete the assessment. The course consists of: Live virtual classrooms (recordings made available within 24 hours) Pre-recorded videos, featuring interviews with experienced industry experts Interactive learning activities and discussion Multiple choice questions Additional reading including case studies Live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours for participants who are unable to attend. The final assessment will require participants to critically assess a closure plan. Note: This course will be delivered by AusIMM through a partnership with Edumine. Course Sessions Wed 11th Oct 5.00 - 6.00pm TBC TBC Wed 25th Oct 3.00 - 4.00pm Wed 1st Nov 5.00 - 6.00pm Mon 13th Nov 2.00 - 3.00pm Wed 15th Nov 6.00 - 7.00pm Note: All times are in Pacific Time. Who should attend? Mid-level managers (Coordinators and Superintendents) Subject Matter Experts (Specialists) in the Mining Industry in disciplines that have a role to play in Integrated Mine Closure. This includes mine planners, mining engineers, mine closure practitioners, technical services, finance, legal, social, safety/health, human resources and environmental. Mine Closure Practitioners that would like to refresh or improve their knowledge and skills in this area. Course facilitators   Dr Carl Grant MAusIMM Director and Principal Closure/Rehabilitation Unearthed Environmental Services Pty Ltd   Dr Sheridan Coakes National Social Practice Lead Umwelt Environmental and Social Consultants   Dr Ana Maria Esteves Director Community Insights Group PTE LTD   Kim Ferguson FAusIMM Experienced Closure Specialist     Dr Cherie McCullough FAusIMM(CP) Director/Principal Environmental Scientist Mine Lakes Consulting   Mike O'Kane MAusIMM Senior Technical Advisor, Okane Consultants   Jonathan Sanders Mine Closure Practitioner, Associate KCB Australia     Dr Neeltje Slingerland Mine Closure Practice Lead (Canada) WSP   Dr Bjorn Weeks Senior Advisor, Closure Teck Resources Ltd   Narelle Wolfe MAusIMM Head of Sustainability & ESG, AusIMM   Dr Renee Young MAusIMM Program Director, Conservation and Restoration The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute Read More

Course overview Learn how to develop, drive and deliver mine systems and strategies underpinned by good governance to address corporate, commercial and community risks and opportunities - essential knowledge for running successful site operations.  Download the brochure here. You also get access to a three month All-Access Subscription to Edumine enabling you to learn from the 110+ on-demand courses offered on a variety of topics.  The ability to understand, develop and deliver mine site strategies and supporting systems is critical knowledge for established and aspiring site leaders alike. Learn from site leaders with decades of experience in navigating and translating corporate business strategy into mine objectives and developing your own strategies that address site and industry trends, risk and opportunities. The course focuses on how to both design and deliver mine strategy and methodologies for execution, leveraging good governance to identify and respond to external governing bodies and requirements, and internal governing systems With a focus on learning practical skills and applied knowledge, the course offers participants the opportunity to bring or reflect on their own site strategy for meaningful insights from industry leaders and peers. This course is the first offering in the Mine Operations Manager Core Skills series - courses designed to support aspiring and established site leaders with the insights, skills and knowledge essential for running successful site operations. Duration Delivery Start Date PD Hours Language 20 hours / 5 weeks 100% online 9 October 2023 Up to 20 English Course structure The five-week course is a collaborative, hands-on online learning experience, taking learners approximately 20 hours to complete. Please note the live sessions are not mandatory, the webinar will be recorded and available on the same day for participants who are unable to attend the live event. Course content includes: Live virtual classrooms Additional resources and readings (case studies, videos, articles) Selective examples of tools used Group discussion forums Learning activities in the form of short test questions Note: This course will be delivered by AusIMM through a partnership with Edumine. Course Sessions Tue 10th Oct 6.00 - 7.00pm Tue 17th Oct 6.00 - 7.00pm Tue 24th Oct 6.00 - 7.00pm Tue 31st Oct 6.00 - 7.00pm Note: All times are in Pacific Time. Who should attend? Site Superintendents and aspiring site leaders Gain the skills and knowledge required for managing site strategies to help you step up to site management roles Mine Managers, Site Supervisors, and Operations Managers Refresh your knowledge to enhance and learn the latest approaches and trends for successfully leading systems and strategies on your site Course facilitators All programs have been developed in consultation with leading organisations in the mining industry, subject matter experts and community leaders to ensure you gain the latest knowledge and develop relevant skills to accelerate your career.   Stephen Williams Associate, Enthalpy Pty Ltd   Neil Conway Associate, Enthalpy Pty Ltd   Erin Sweeney MAusIMM(CP) Senior Manager of Strategy and Growth, MEC Mining Read More

Course overview Gain competency and expand your knowledge on the geotechnical, geochemical, governance, closure and socio-economic considerations of tailings management. Download the brochure here. You also get access to a three month All-Access Subscription to Edumine enabling you to learn from the 110+ on-demand courses offered on a variety of topics.   Our partner AusIMM in conjunction with leading experts in the mining industry, has developed the Professional Certificate in Tailings Management. Featuring internationally-renowned tailings experts and case studies, the course will cover geotechnical, geochemical, governance, closure and socio-economic considerations of tailings management. The interactive, online format of the course will provide participants with an opportunity to learn in a community-based environment from wherever they are situated. Duration Delivery Start Date PD Hours Language 8 weeks 100% online 11 October 2023 Up to 40 English Course structure The eight-week course consists of six modules over six weeks, with a final two weeks to complete the written assessment. Each module consists of: Pre-recorded videos, featuring Q&As with global tailings experts Live interactive virtual classrooms Interactive learning activities and group discussions Multiple choice questions Additional readings and case studies The final assessment is made up of 24 short answer questions that address the content presented in each module. Access to the final assignment will be available at the end of week 1 allowing participants to work progressively on the questions as they work their way through the course. Live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours for participants who are unable to attend. Note: This course will be delivered by AusIMM through a partnership with Edumine. Course Sessions Mon 16th Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Mon 23rd Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Mon 30th Oct 5.30 - 7.00pm Tue 7th Nov 4.30 - 6.00pm Mon 13th Nov 4.30 - 6.00pm Mon 20th Nov 4.30 - 6.00pm Note: All times are in Pacific Time. Who should attend? Tailings consultants Contractors and consultants. Mining companies Head office senior management and technical personnel with a responsibility for tailings. Mining industry professionals Tailings engineers, managers, and operators. Course facilitators   David Williams FAusIMM Professor and Director of Geotechnical Engineering Centre The University of Queensland; Manager, Large Open Pit Project   Peter Chapman FAusIMM Principal Tailings Engineer, WSP Golder   Dr Rens Verburg Technical Fellow - Geochemistry, WSP Golder   David Brereton Researcher and Consultant, Corporate Social Performance   Deanna Kemp Director, Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining (CSRM)  Sustainable Minerals Institute, University of Queensland   Laurie Reemeyer FAusIMM Principal Consultant, Resourceful Paths   Peter Scott MAusIMM Director, PA Scott Consulting Read More

Course overview Learn how to minimise ESG-related harm and maximise value to resource enterprises, affected stakeholders and broader society. Download the brochure here. You also get access to a three month All-Access Subscription to Edumine enabling you to learn from the 110+ on-demand courses offered on a variety of topics.   Examine environment, social and governance performance and social responsibility (ESG/SR) through critical thinking and authentic resource sector experience. Prominence will be given to evaluating ESG/SR risk, threats and opportunities, and to developing workplace responses, execution, assurance and performance reporting. The course and case studies will be global in scope and will equip course participants with an understanding of existing and emerging ESG/SR societal and lender expectations in resource sector exploration, development, operating and closure contexts. Participants will gain enough knowledge and skills to know how to apply ESG/SR requirements in their own workplace. Duration Delivery Start Date PD Hours Language 40 hours/ 8 weeks 100% online 16 October 2023 Up to 40 English  Course structure The eight-week course consists of six modules over six weeks, with a final two weeks to complete all course components. Each module consists of: Live interactive virtual classrooms Interactive learning activities and group discussions Multiple choice questions Additional readings and case studies There will be two assessments to complete as part of the course. Access to the assessments will be available at the end of week 1 allowing participants to work progressively on the questions as they work their way through the course. The first assessment will be due for submission at the end of week 6; and the second assessment will be due for submission at the end of the course (end of week 8).  Live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours for participants who are unable to attend. Note: This course will be delivered by AusIMM through a partnership with Edumine. Course Sessions To Be Communicated. Note: All times are in Pacific Time. Who should attend? Asset-level front-line leaders across all mining functions Understand ESG compliance, reporting requirements and impacts on day-to-day operations. Consultants across all disciplines Understand ESG compliance and reporting requirements for clients. Corporate and investment-related professionals in the resources sector   Improve ESG analysis, performance and assurance review. Course facilitators   Bruce Harvey FAusIMM (CP) Geologist, Social Performance Professional   Janina Gawler FAusIMM Director, RST Solutions for Community Engagement   Alan Irving FAusIMM Principal Environmental Consultant, Alan Irving and Associates   Dr Geraldine McGuire FAusIMM Managing Director, Sustainable Solutions Global   Geoff Deans MAusIMM Director, Modifying Factors   Mark Noppe FAusIMM (CP) Director of WH Bryan Mining Geology Research Centre   Narelle Wolfe MAusIMM Head of Sustainability & ESG, AusIMM Read More