1 - Mineral Exploration Exploration geochemistry Professor P. Simpson Class and laboratory work on the application of stream sediment and soil geochemical techniques to mineral exploration and baseline studies for environmental impact monitoring. Topics include principles of geochemical dispersion, choice of media for sampling, field methods and sampling theory, analytical methods and quality control, and data interpretation.
Extensive use is made of computer-based data analysis.
Exploration geophysics Mr B. Williams Lectures, practical classes and case histories will cover the principal geophysical techniques, including magnetic, electromagnetic, electrical, radiometric, gravity and seismic methods as applied to mineral exploration. Dr J.W Cosgrove Lectures and practicals demonstrating the application of the techniques of modern structural geology and the role of structure in controlling the distribution of mineralisation. The course will also include the basics of brittle failure and faulting.