Mineral exploration

Mineral Exploration

Course Overview:
This course introduces principles and techniques used in mineral exploration. It covers exploration planning, reserve estimation, sampling methods, and modern tools like geochemical, geophysical, and remote sensing techniques used in mineral identification.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the importance and scope of mineral exploration.

2. Learn different methods for mineral reserve estimation.

3. Study various exploration and sampling techniques.

Course Outcomes:
CO1 – Understand exploration principles, criteria, and methods for effective planning based on geological, mineralogical, and geochemical factors.
CO2 – Gain proficiency in drill core logging, litholog preparation, and cross-section interpretation for accurate reserve estimation.
CO3 – Acquire skills in surface prospecting, borehole exploration, and data analysis for efficient resource discovery.
CO4 – Apply sampling theory, geological evaluation, and cut-off grade concepts for precise reserve estimation.
CO5 – Develop understanding of geochemical exploration, pathfinder elements, dispersion patterns, and basics of geophysical and remote sensing methods.