This course covers foundational understanding of how mining and mineral exploration activities interact with the natural environment, and the skills required to monitor and manage those impacts responsibly. Learn how to collect, analyze, and document environmental data related to water quality, air and dust emissions, waste rock, and site conditions using industry‑standard sampling techniques and monitoring tools. Explore regulatory requirements, permitting considerations, and environmental management systems that guide modern mining and mineral exploration operations. Emphasis is placed on applying environmental monitoring results to support compliance, inform operational decision‑making, including Indigenous community consultation, and contribute to sustainable resource development throughout the mining cycle.
42 hours
