SERVICE: GEOLOGY TRAINING
Hands-On Training in Resource Estimation, 3D Geological Modelling, and Mining Geology
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GEOLOGY TRAINING SERVICES
Professionally equip yourself with technical experise
needed for successful mineral exploration, resource evaluation, and mining geology.
Technical capability in the field, core yard, database, and modelling environment directly affects the quality of geological data on which resource estimates and mine plans depend. Minrom’s Training programmes are designed and delivered by practising geologists, with course content grounded in real project experience and practical application across exploration, resource estimation, GIS, and mining geology roles.
Training courses cover geological fieldwork, mapping and map creation, drilling logging and sampling, drilling for geologists, geological database set-up and management, geostatistical mineral evaluation, 3D geological modelling, GIS and remote sensing, Mining 101 for geologists, and project management fundamentals.
Course content can include practical problem-solving, field equipment use, geological data collection, map compilation, drill core and chip logging, sampling procedures, database validation, variography, spatial analysis, model quality assessment, QGIS workflows, mining methods, reconciliation, recoveries, and compliance with mine planning.
Courses are suitable for graduate geologists building field skills, exploration teams standardising data collection, and experienced professionals adding capability in resource estimation, 3D geological modelling, GIS, or mining geology.
Geological Fieldwork
- Practical problem-solving in the field
- Skills developed: equipment usage, data collection, measurement of geological features
- Translating field data into actionable geological information
Mapping and Map Creation
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Drilling Logging & Sampling
- Drill core, RC rock chips, percussion chips techniques
- Covers recovery, alteration, lithology, mineralisation, geotechnical (RQD) logging aspects
- Sampling procedures and extraction methods protocols
Drilling for Geologists
- Drilling fundamentals: types, methods, techniques, operations
- Project planning: drill hole planning and comprehensive project management
Geological Databases: Set-up & Management
- Data processes: collection, evaluation, standardisation, validation
- Data security: storage and protection of geological and spatial data
Geostatistical Mineral Evaluation
- Skill development: practical and technical skills in mineral estimation
- Geospatial statistics: from basics to detailed analyses, data processing, variography, estimations
3D Geological Modelling
- Core training: fundamentals of geological modelling
- Focus areas: techniques, methods, best practices, model quality
GIS & Remote Sensing
- Use of real-life field data for the creation of geological maps, sections, grids
- Acquisition, manipulation, processing of satellite and spectral imagery
- Utilisation of open-source software (QGIS)
Mining 101 for Geologists
- Open cast & underground mining techniques
- Equipment nomenclature
- Equipment selection
- Organogram development
- Extraction methodologies
- Reconciliation & recoveries
- Compliance to mine planning
Project Management 101
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Master the Science of Expert Training
Gain essential knowledge in Mineral Resource Management to add value to your operation
Related MINROM Project Case Studies
Developing a Mine Work Program for a Manganese mine in the Northern Cape
Technical Due Diligence for a Copper-Cobalt Deposit in the DRC
Haut-Katanga Copper
Namibian Iron Ore Deposits
Geology Training Services Frequently Asked Questions
Mineral Resource Management training courses should build practical knowledge in geology, mapping, sampling, drilling and related activities, GIS, resource estimation, grade control, reconciliation, and mine planning. Minrom does geology training, professional development help teams improve field decisions, technical reporting, and operational performance.
Our training now include geology, sampling, data management, GIS, modelling, mine planning, safety systems on drill rigs, communication, and problem-solving. Strong mining competencies combine technical skills mining with digital mining skills, helping teams interpret data, work across disciplines, and make better operational decisions.
Geological training can include field mapping, rock and mineral identification, structural geology, sampling, logging, GIS, modelling, resource estimation, and reporting. Good geology courses combine theory with field geology training and applied geology training so professionals that can use geological data in real project settings.
Mining performance improvement comes from better data collection, clearer geological interpretation, safer field practices, leading to operational performance. Training is strongest when courses address real project tasks, helping teams improve workforce, reduce avoidable errors, and support operational performance mining.
Geological field training teaches practical skills such as field mapping geology, sampling techniques, geological logging skills, structural measurements, field notes, GPS use, data capture, and basic interpretation. These skills help exploration and mining teams collect reliable data that supports modelling, resource estimation, and mine planning.