Geology for Mining Engineers Course

Objectives

• Understand the fundamental concepts of geology relevant to mining.
• Explore the formation, classification, and identification of rocks and minerals.
• Analyze geological structures and their implications for mining operations.
• Apply geological knowledge to optimize mining processes and resource management.

Content

Introduction to Geology and Mining Applications

• Overview of geology and its importance in mining.
• Geological time scale and Earth’s structure.
• Plate tectonics and its impact on mineral formation.

Rocks, Minerals, and Deposits

• Classification and identification of rocks and minerals.
• Economic minerals and their properties.
• Formation and types of mineral deposits.

Geological Structures and Mapping

• Faults, folds, and fractures in mining geology.
• Stratigraphy and sedimentation processes.
• Geological mapping techniques and interpretation.

Practical Applications in Mining

• Resource estimation and reserve classification.
• Geotechnical considerations in mining operations.
• Role of geologists in mine planning and exploration

DATE:

1ST BATCH:         2nd – 4th Apr,                    2025    

2ND BATCH:       23rd – 26th Sept,              2025