Are you ready to enter an engaging world of minerals and their critical applications in a wide range? Are you a geologist, mining engineer, or quality control officer in the mining and extractives industry? Join us at the Institute of Cement and Concrete at Meru University of Science and Technology for our Applied Mineralogy short course from 3rd to 11th February 2025.
Why Choose The Program?
Mineralogy is not just a science; it’s the backbone of material science, especially when it comes to the mining and extractives and cement industries. This course is designed for professionals eager to expand their knowledge and practical skills in mineral analysis, essential for enhancing the prospecting and exploration of minerals. The institute is committed to sharing advances in the industry through training on research breakthroughs and utilization of new technologies.
What to Expect
• A Comprehensive Curriculum- Refresh your knowledge through a brief recap of the pillars of mineralogy by exploring the formation, mineralization, occurrence and distribution, properties, and identification techniques of minerals.
• Hands-On Training- The course is designed with hands-on training at its core. Students will be engaged in practical sessions where they will prepare samples and perform analyses using state-of-the-art equipment like X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), among others.
• Real-World Applications: The course is designed with the African context in mind; hence, students will be immersed in relevant industry applications. Participants will be undertaken through intensive fieldwork for sample collection for various materials. Participants will be introduced to emerging mineralogy applications in areas such as cement science, clay mineralogy, and other materials in sustainable construction.
• Data Analysis Skills- Learn how to analyze and interpret mineral data effectively using software such as TOPAZ and EVA for mineralogical characterization and quantification, equipping you with valuable skills that are highly sought after in the industry.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
• Postgraduate students (MSc, PhD) looking to deepen their knowledge of mineralogy.
• Postdoctoral researchers aim to enhance their research capabilities in materials sciences.
• Professors seeking to integrate advanced mineral analysis into their teaching.
• Industry professionals from the mining and extractives sectors, such as the cement industry, who want to refine their practical skills.
Course Details
• Dates: 3rd February 2025- 11th February, 2025.
• Venue: Institute of Cement & Concrete, Meru University of Science &Technology, Kenya
• Fee: 500 USD
How to Register
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your skills and advance your career! Click the link below to register now by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexPzkdVGVyyhnBED4ptzYVYsu3bTs_bfH6Qb1b_g4WmqeIA/viewform
Join our Applied Mineralogy Short Course to deepen your knowledge of mineral analysis and its applications in cement technology.
This is more than just a learning opportunity; it’s a chance to:
• Network with industry experts
• Collaborate with peers
• Gain practical skills that will distinguish you in your field.