| Introduction |
Many product technical issues encountered by quarry operators can be traced back to source rock properties and the selection of suitable raw material(s).
Having a basic understanding of geology, geologic processes, and rock types allows a quarry operator to extract the most from their reserve on-site; determine potential future site suitability; comply with the relevant specifications regarding product quality; identify and manage geotechnical issues; and limit future product technical claims or issues. |
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| Duration |
The program is delivered over 1 Hour |
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| Potential Participants |
Suitable for Quarry Managers, Quarry Supervisors, Technical / Laboratory Managers, and Operational Management employed or seeking employment in the industry.
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| CPD Points |
1 point |
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| Course Objectives |
- Outline the Earth’s structure and the geologic time scale.
- Describe basic rock types and their formation.
- Describe the Rock Cycle and its influence on geology and quarrying.
- Outline the basic structural geology types as encountered in quarrying.
- Define secondary mineralisation and outline impact on quarry products.
- Define and describe basic quarry source rock properties.
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| Facilitator |
Richard Ernst |
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