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MINERALS INDUSTRY EDUCATION AND TRAINING II
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The contribution of Metallurgy graduates to the Australian minerals
industry is significant and essential to our future prosperity.
Lack of true mining industry knowledge has a negative impact
Our customers expect proficiency in mineral processing
Without good education, we need to invest more time getting graduates
up to speed
The need for Mineral Processing Education Guidelines
This and other work by the IMPC Commission on Education clearly
indicates that there is a continuing need for quality undergraduate
education in mineral engineering. Mineral processing is a challenging field
that is increasing in complexity and undergraduate needs to deliver the
competencies required to support the evolving technology.
New models may be required for delivery of this education, and new kinds
of learning outcomes that address broader topics including financial,
environmental and elements of risk related to political and social issues. It
is important for educators that they develop their programs to meet these
new requirements.
The IMPC is developing guidelines for mineral engineering education, due
for publication in mid 2017, and based on information collected in the
study reported and other reviews, including a panel discussion session
held in 2016 at the XXXVIII IMPC Conference in Quebec City.
The guidelines will be disseminated internationally to encourage adoption
of best practice by educational institutions. This may involve engaging
with accrediting bodies such as ABET, CEAB, the Washington Accord and
professional societies such as SME, CIM and AusIMM.
Developing Guidelines for Mineral
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Processing Education
