Ore Characterization, Process Mineralogy and Geo-Metallurgy for Copper (Mo-Au) Operations

9.10. – 10.10.2017 Frankfurt, Germany12.10. – 13.10.2017 Freiberg, Germany

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Ore Characterization, Process Mineralogy & Geo-Metallurgy for Copper (Mo-Au) Operations

The proposed short course/interactive workshop provides an overview of the current use of chemical, mineralogical and metallurgical data in ore profiling, modeling, forecasting and process troubleshooting in Copper-(Moly/Gold) Operations. It focuses on actual operational issues, problems and potential solutions. It covers – in an overview mode - the most critical and frequent process and plant challenges related to ore characteristics in the copper mining business. As such, it is not a “textbook” course and does not lecture on how to use a microscope or an automated mineral analyzer. Inherent in all presentations is the mining industry’s strong focus on Work Safety. It also covers state-of-the-art plant optimization associated with advanced use of mineralogy at mine sites. Future challenges related to sustainable energy, water and social-community aspects will be addressed.

In addition, the course will highlight the integrated use of cutting edge lab technology, lab automation and on-line technology, all of which are imperative for large-scale, reliable data generation. Case examples from operations in North and South America will illustrate pertinent applications. Key Geo-Met factors for flowsheet design, testing, equipment selection and plant ramp-up will be discussed.

Owing to the significance of HPGR in future comminution, a short overview on the impact of this technology on geo-metallurgical considerations will be provided. A summary of important environmental issues, re-treatment and residual value generation will be included. Critical features for implementation of Geo-Metallurgy and case examples of its economic value will summarize the presentations. Finally, a brief discussion of leadership aspects and interpersonal skills, critical for successful project and operational work in multinational teams, will be presented.

Course description

The course has the following objectives and outcomes:

• current use of chemical, mineralogical and metallurgical data in ore profiling, modeling, forecasting and process troubleshooting in Copper-(Moly/Gold) Operations

• focus on actual operational issues, problems and potential solutions

• most critical and frequent process and plant challenges related to ore characteristics in the copper mining business

• state-of-the-art plant optimization associated with advanced use of mineralogy at mine sites

• integrated use of cutting edge lab technology, lab automation and on-line technology (HPGR)

Format

The course is combining classroom lectures as well as an interactive workshop.

Course Dates

9th –10th October 2017 or 12th –13th October 2017

Course Contents

Module 1: Introduction and Background Module 2: Lab Technology and Automation Module 3: Ore Characterization and Process Mineralogy Module 4: HPGR (high pressure grinding rolls) Module 5: Environmental and Community Aspects Module 6: Workshop Module 7: Geo-Metallurgy Implementation

Lecturer:

• Dr. Wolfgang Baum – Ore & Plant Mineralogy LLC, San Diego, CA, USA

Location

TBC 12345 Frankfurt Germany

Target Audience

• engineers, technicians, scientific users, researchers in the field of copper (Mo-Au) operations, geo-metallurgy, process mineralogy

• production, sales, maintenance, laboratory, R&D and related fields

Course fee

€ 1,800 per person, plus statutory VAT EIT RawMaterials members: € 1,500 per person, plus statutory VAT

TU Bergakademie Freiberg Krügerhaus Schlossplatz 3 09599 Freiberg Germany