Course Introduction

Acid Rock Drainage Prediction

Version: April 27, 2010

Chris Mills MSc P.Eng (Author) Bruce Downing MSc P.Geo (Co-Author) Dr. Andy Robertson P.Eng (Co-Author) Shannon Shaw MSc (Co-Author) Gary Giroux MASc P.Eng (Contributing Author) John Gravel MSc P.Geo (Contributing Author) Brian Soregaroli MBA BSc (Contributing Author)

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Introduction

Acid Rock Drainage (ARD) Prediction provides an introductory course and application reference for students, technicians, and practicing geochemists, geoscientists and other professionals who desire a solid grounding on the subject. The course provides sufficient knowledge and background to allow useful application of the presented information toward site assessment with regard to the evaluation of acid generation potential. By design, Acid Rock Drainage Prediction emphasizes the practical application of the concepts presented and limits the presentation of theory to the level required for a basic understanding of the topic. The aim of this course is to provide an overview of the concepts underlying acid rock drainage prediction and to act as a resource for practitioners to become more familiar with or reaquaint themselves with the topic. For those who require a specialized theoretical background on the topic, ARD Prediction provides an exhaustive list of technical references. Principal topics covered by the course titles include ...

• Chemistry, Mechanisms and Sources

• Site Assessment and Sampling

• Mineralogical, Geochemical and Lithogeochemical Interpretation

• Static Laboratory Tests and Interpretation

• Kinetic Laboratory Tests and Interpretation

• ARD Prediction Modeling

• Case Studies in ARD Prediction

Course Content

ARD Prediction is structured with seven course titles and a total of 21 viewing sessions of 30-60 minutes each, plus course reviews, with an additional four sessions in development. Current course duration is equivalent to approximately 25 hours of viewing content

Learning Outcomes

Participants gain an understanding of the chemistry, mechanism and sources of ARD; site assessment, sampling and available laboratory testing methods; and interpretation and prediction techniques.

Course Requirements

Acid Rock Drainage Prediction is intended as both a course and a technical reference for an audience of mine operators, consultants, regulators, practising geoscientists and final year/graduate students in the energy, mineral and environmental sectors.

Course Certification

This course qualifies for EduMine Certification. A certificate will be issued to an EduMine enrollee who registers for certification and successfully completes the certification requirements. The total certification fee for this course is Can$315.

2.5 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) will be awarded for successful completion of certification requirements for this course. EduMine meets the Criteria for Certification established by the Authorized Provider Commission of The International Association for Continuing Education and Training, 1620 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 615, Washington, DC 20006.

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UBC Certificate in Mining Studies

This course qualifies as online learning for the University of British Columbia - Certificate in Mining Studies in the Environment, Social Issues, Health and Safety stream. Students who complete the certification requirements for this course may optionally register for the Certificate in Mining Studies program and complete the associated classroom component. For further information click UBC Certificate in Mining Studies.

[Note: Participation in the UBC Certificate in Mining Studies program is optional. For EduMine certification proceed as described under Course Certification above.]

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