Science
Foundation
AZ
Events
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
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Fall Semester 2011 |
Topics in Ore Deposits
Mapping: Nevada Field Trip
September
1-10, 2011
Field Course
This intensive field course deals with advanced methods in ore deposits mapping. Hydrothermal fluid systems are examined in the context of local to regional structural and magmatic evolution, highlighting how mapping is used to understand mineral zoning, time-space relations, and fundamental phase equilibria. The course includes lectures, mapping exercises, and field trips.
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Introduction
to Engineering Contract Law
September
24-25, 2010
Short Course
This course will introduce the basics of contract formation, risk allocation and management, applied to a representative cross section of contract types, with the objective of equipping you with the basic tools for functioning effectively in this challenging business environment.
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Modern Corporate
Organizations in the Mineral Industry
October
1-2, 2010
Short Course
Analysis of the effective structure and governance of public corporations in the minerals sector. The course will introduce students to the key issues in setting up and managing effective mining organizations and will provide insight into the role of boards of directors and senior management of such companies.
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Lacy Distinguished Lecture
October
22, 2010
Lecture
Time: 4:00 pm
Place: James E. Rogers College of Law
Place: 1201 E. Speedway Blvd.
Place: Ares Auditorium, Room 164
Speaker: Mr. Gregory H. Boyce,
Speaker: Chairman
and CEO,
Peabody Energy
This lecture is open to the public. |
For more information, contact the Department
of Mining and Geological Engineering at:
Tel: 520-621-5292
Email: pbosco@u.arizona.edu
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IMR Pathways to Sustainable Resource
Development Workshop II
November
6, 2010
Workshop
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Basic
Concepts in Mineral Economics
November
12-13,
2010
Short Course
This course provides students with an overview of the field of mineral economics, what it holds in common with other areas of economics, and the special requirements of the mineral resources sector.
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Topics in Mineral Deposit Types: Porphyry
Deposits
December
6-15, 2011
Lecture, Lab, and Field Course
This intensive course deals with the lithologic, structural, and geochemical characteristics of porphyry deposit types. It focuses on mineral exploration geology and how it can influence metallurgical, engineering, economic, and historical aspects of mining. The course includes lectures, labs, and field trips to selected ore systems.
Length: 10-Days
Place: Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel
Field Sites: Arizona
Laboratory: UA Gould-Simpson Building
Instructors: Mark Barton, Eric
Seedorff,
Instructors: Lukas Zurcher, & others
Course Number: GEOS 504C, 1 unit
Non-credit Cost:$3,200
Registration Deadline: November 1, 2011
Registration Form: English, Spanish |
For more information, contact the Department of Geosciences at:
Tel: 520-626-4962
Email: lzurcher@email.arizona.edu
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