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04 May 2026  |  08 May 2026

Mine to Mill Optimisation and Control (MRM 8)

Applications accepted until
20 April 2026
Short Course Coordinator:
Beverley Segaetsho
Accreditation:
Certificate of Competence
Course dates
04 May 2026 - 08 May 2026
Applications close
20 April 2026
Overview
This course provides a holistic understanding of how value is created across the mine-to-market value chain. Students explore how geological and mineralogical characteristics influence downstream processes, how oreflow variability affects plant performance, and how optimisation at each stage — from blasting and grade control to stockpiling and processing — can significantly enhance value. The course introduces integrated process management, measurement systems, and enterprise-wide optimisation, enabling participants to analyse constraints and unlock efficiencies. It is designed for mining professionals seeking to improve productivity, reduce product risk, and drive value from geological model to final product. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
Duration
16 Weeks
Format
Daily lectures for 1 week, followed by assessments
Pricing
VAT Incl. = R24,500.00

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    The course content addresses the following topics:


      • Oreflow and metal accounting
      • Basic ore metallurgy and mineral processing
      • Linking geology to the plant through geometallurgy
      • Grade control and grade optimisation
      • Stockpiling strategy
      • Fragmentation and blast optimisation
      • Mining process optimisation
      • Integrated process management and information architecture
      • Mine to market requirements
      • Enterprise optimisation
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