Overview
Gain a basic understanding of process control, focusing on applied knowledge for mineral processing engineers.
Co-designed by academic and industry leaders, the course has four modules that can be tailored to the requirements and knowledge of the participants. It offers a practical approach, with real-life case studies and examples of best practices relevant to mineral processing plants.
Who should attend
- Junior and senior metallurgists
- Honours or HDR students.
Entry requirements
Engineering degree and experience in metallurgical processes such as comminution, flotation and dewatering.
What you'll learn
- Understand the fundamentals and basic components of control systems.
- Explore the tuning of PID controllers and methods commonly applied for tuning different control loops.
- Gain practical experience using Loop Pro simulation software.
- Appreciate common control strategies for operating units in mineral processing plants, their pros and cons, and common problems in practice.
Time commitment
This is an in-person course that will require roughly 12 hours to complete.
- 2 days of classroom teaching, 17-18 April 2023
- With the option to join remotely.
Assessment
There is no assessment for this course.
Certification and accreditation
Students who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion to verify their skills and achievements.
Facilitators
Cost
| Applicant | Price |
|---|---|
| Individual domestic ex. GST | A$2,500 |
| Individual international (GST not payable) | A$2,500 |
| Student domestic ex. GST | A$1,250 |
| Student international (GST not payable) | A$1,250 |
Please see the Terms and Conditions (PDF, 123.12 KB).
Visit the Sustainable Minerals Institute website.
GST is excluded from the cost
Discounts can't be used with other discounts, offers or special promotions.
Payment optionsWe accept credit cards (Visa/MasterCard) for payment, including corporate credit cards. If you do not have access to a card, please contact our team at education@smi.uq.edu.au to discuss your options.
Location
Sir James Foots Building (#47A)
Sustainable Minerals Institute
Level 4 Seminar Room
St Lucia, QLD, 4067