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Ore Geology: In the Epicentre of the Fossil-Free Energy Transition 

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Overview

Discover the basics of the geology of critical metals and the potential for Europe to increase its metal self-sufficiency.

Duration

3 weeks

Total fee

2,205

Mode of learning

Online

Credential

Certificate

Ore Geology: In the Epicentre of the Fossil-Free Energy Transition
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Ore Geology: In the Epicentre of the Fossil-Free Energy Transition
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Ore Geology: In the Epicentre of the Fossil-Free Energy Transition
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Course details

More about this course
  • On this three-week course from Luleå University of Technology (LTU), you’ll explore the role of ore geology in the green transition of modern society as we move from oil to metal dependency
  • You’ll discover the fantastic world of the subsurface that made all the technology you use on a daily basis possible
  • You’ll explore the definition of critical metals, common ore-forming processes, where they are produced today, supply risks, and the potential for European self-sufficiency
  • This course will guide you through the large-scale geological processes, the minerals, rock types, and geological structures involved, and why they matter
  • Then, you’ll look at the role of the ore geologist in building a sustainable future for the world

Ore Geology: In the Epicentre of the Fossil-Free Energy Transition
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Curriculum

Critical metals

Course introduction

Critical Raw Materials

Mining and Europe

End of Week 1

Geology of critical metals

Earth systems

Rocks and minerals - and why they matter

Geological structures and stratigraphy

End of Week 2

Ore formation processes

Introduction to ore deposits

Ore forming processes

The role of the Ore Geologist

Course summary

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