Bulk sampling is the costly process of taking very large samples as part of the general procedure for the exploration and evaluation of a mineral deposit. The objective of bulk sampling is to obtain the quantitative information required for the effective evaluation of the deposit in a formal feasibility study; providing the foundation for a production decision that leads to a profitable operation.

Bulk Sampling: An Introduction, by Dr. Alastair J. Sinclair, provides a comprehensive treatment of the topic of bulk sampling, including the application of bulk sampling in a project exploration/evaluation context, the nugget effect and other statistical issues, planning a bulk sampling program, grade verification and metallurgical testing.

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Alain Duncan's short course, Interpreting the Financial Statements of a Mining Company, will be of great value to those in the financial and investment sectors of mining who do not have a strong accounting background.

The course aims to identify some prominent aspects of financing the corporate mining strategy, delve into the distinct areas where there are issues in accounting for the mining industry, and summarize the risks that are currently inherent in understanding the financial statements of those involved in mining. Participants will obtain the tools to establish a profile of a company's overall financial status and identify the attributes that contribute to financial health and flexibility.

This two-day short course will be held 27 - 28 February 2012, in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

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The Mineral Engineering Program at the University of Toronto is an interfaculty and interdepartmental course of study offering a comprehensive undergraduate education in all aspects of the mineral sector from exploration and geological engineering, through mine and mineral process engineering, and operations to site closure. The Mineral Engineering Program is designed to ensure graduating students have a world-class education in mineral and geological engineering which embraces not only the technical aspects of the industry, but also the financial business side.

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