Course Introduction

Multiple Accounts Analysis

Version: December 20 2005

Dr. Andy Robertson P.Eng Shannon Shaw MSc Simon W. Houlding MSc P.Eng

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Introduction

The Multiple Accounts Analysis (MAA) short course introduces a methodology, developed for the mining industry, for use in multi-disciplinary and multiple stakeholder decision analyses for selection between multiple alternatives with complex issues and compromises. The technique is illustrated by a case study of tailings site selection and interactive MAA examples are provided to illustrate the process.

Multiple Accounts Analysis allows the evaluator to select the most suitable, or advantageous alternative from a list of alternatives for mine development and/or reclamation by weighing the benefits and losses of each alternative. The technique was developed to be transparent, defensible and easily communicated to stakeholders. The MAA makes it possible to differentiate between alternatives in ways that are not possible if data, or issues, are viewed and assessed singly and independently. This method will ideally allow the user to consider numerous and variable issues in an alternatives assessment, even issues previously deemed too imprecise for recognition and inclusion in decision making.

The short course is organized into the following sessions:

• Decision Theory in the Mining Industry

• Multiple Accounts Methodology

• Developing a Multiple Accounts Ledger

• Value-Based Decision Process

• Interactive Worked Examples

Course Content

The course comprises 4 viewing sessions at both summary and text level of approximately 60 minutes each, plus interactive, spreadsheet-like MAA examples, and a multiple-choice review. Course duration is equivalent to 5 hours of viewing content.

Learning Outcomes

Participants who successfully complete this course and the certification requirements will be able to perform the following:

• Explain the principles and theory of Multiple Accounts Analysis as they apply to the mining industry.

• Apply the MAA methodology to decision making and conflict resolution on mining projects.

Course Requirements

Basic requirements for successful completion of this course include the following:

• A degree in mining engineering, environmental engineering or related discipline.

• Management experience on mining-related projects.

• This course requires Internet Explorer V6 (or higher).

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$95.

0.5 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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