PIABC
Level 7
QN: 610/3437/X
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PIABC Level 7 Diploma in Mineral Processing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by PIABC. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 210 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 7
Awarding Body
PIABC
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
210 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Comminution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the science of comminution
- Understand comminution unit operations and circuits
- Understand test
- work and laboratory characterisation
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate a performance plan for a comminution circuit using knowledge of theory and operational practice
2
Flotation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the science of flotation and key concepts
- Evaluate flotation circuit performance and operating practices based on knowledge of theory, unit processes and mineralogy
- Understand the use of laboratory data, scale-up and applications of laboratory tests
- Collect representative and meaningful data in accordance with sampling theory and commonly used practical methods
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate a performance plan to troubleshoot and address complex flotation challenges using knowledge of theory and operational practice
3
Hydrometallurgy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand hydrometallurgy and where it fits in mineral processing
- Understand leaching processes
- Understand hydrometallurgical extraction processes
4
Individual Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Formulate a hypothesis and develop a project scope
- Develop skills in project management and data presentation
- Execute a technical investigation
- Develop presentation and report writing skills for communicating with technical and non-technical audiences
5
Mineral Processing in the Mining Value Chain
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand, at a high level, the mining value chain and the role played by the various professionals in generating value.2.
- Understand sustainability and value drivers for the global mining industry
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical, social, and intercultural responsibilities
- Use of diagnostic tools for performance management
6
Mineralogy for Mineral Processing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the value of mineralogy, its use as a tool and how operations access mineralogical information
- Understand the practical applications of mineralogical tools, analytical methods, and strategies to manage mineralogical challenges
- Demonstrate the ability to make effective decisions based on evaluation of mineralogical data and observations
7
Physical Separation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of the physical separation and dewatering processes commonly used in mineral processing
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and optimise separator performance
8
Statistical Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the value of statistical analysis in mineral processing
- Understand how statistical tools work with common forms of mineral processing data
- Understand how to design and analyse efficient experiments
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3437/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- PIABC
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2023