Accelerated Mining Training Camp

Accelerated Mining Training Camp

NAIT Productivity and Innovation CentreEdmonton, AB
Monday, Apr 27 at 9 am to Friday, May 1 at 4 pm
Overview

Acquire practical industry experience through this free, expert-led training designed to enhance your technical skills.

Accelerated Mining Training Camp
April 27 - May 1, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST
In-Person

Registrants: 15 participants maximum

Acquire practical industry experience through this free, expert-led training designed to enhance your technical skills.


Registration is open March 30 - April 10, 2026!

Registration is limited to 15 participants and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.


Course Schedule:

Students will be divided into 3 groups. The itinerary below shows an example of one group's schedule.

Day 1: Begin with a lecture on the principles of mining laboratory tests, followed by a guided laboratory tour and an introductory session on subsampling techniques.

Day 2: Perform water chemistry analysis utilizing ion chromatography (IC) in a laboratory setting.

Day 3: Prepare solutions for Methylene Blue Index testing and perform settling tests.

Day 4: Engage in a hands-on laboratory workshop focused on Methylene Blue Index testing.

Day 5: Conduct tailings dewatering experiments using flocculation and measure yield stress in the lab.


Your Premium Learning Package:

✓ 30 hours of quality instruction and mentorship
✓ Hands-on mining lab experience
✓ Letter of completion
✓ $50 Honoraria for participants


Registration Requirements:

In order to register for the camp, you must:

· have completed your first year (note: if you graduate in April you are still eligible)

· have a WHMIS certificate (or equivalent training) prior to registration

· complete H2S awareness training prior to camp (note: we will provide you H2S training to complete prior to starting the camp)


Questions? Contact Yunhui Li at cees@nait.ca

Invest in specialized knowledge that sets you apart.

Acquire practical industry experience through this free, expert-led training designed to enhance your technical skills.

Accelerated Mining Training Camp
April 27 - May 1, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST
In-Person

Registrants: 15 participants maximum

Acquire practical industry experience through this free, expert-led training designed to enhance your technical skills.


Registration is open March 30 - April 10, 2026!

Registration is limited to 15 participants and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.


Course Schedule:

Students will be divided into 3 groups. The itinerary below shows an example of one group's schedule.

Day 1: Begin with a lecture on the principles of mining laboratory tests, followed by a guided laboratory tour and an introductory session on subsampling techniques.

Day 2: Perform water chemistry analysis utilizing ion chromatography (IC) in a laboratory setting.

Day 3: Prepare solutions for Methylene Blue Index testing and perform settling tests.

Day 4: Engage in a hands-on laboratory workshop focused on Methylene Blue Index testing.

Day 5: Conduct tailings dewatering experiments using flocculation and measure yield stress in the lab.


Your Premium Learning Package:

✓ 30 hours of quality instruction and mentorship
✓ Hands-on mining lab experience
✓ Letter of completion
✓ $50 Honoraria for participants


Registration Requirements:

In order to register for the camp, you must:

· have completed your first year (note: if you graduate in April you are still eligible)

· have a WHMIS certificate (or equivalent training) prior to registration

· complete H2S awareness training prior to camp (note: we will provide you H2S training to complete prior to starting the camp)


Questions? Contact Yunhui Li at cees@nait.ca

Invest in specialized knowledge that sets you apart.

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Highlights

  • 4 days 7 hours
  • In person

Location

NAIT Productivity and Innovation Centre

10210 Princess Elizabeth Avenue Northwest

Edmonton, AB T5G 2J3

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