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Introduction to Prospecting

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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 44 Hours


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Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
Online Theory Delivery Dates:  January 6, 2025 - June 27, 2025
Practical Component Delivery Dates:  July 5, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Last day to register: May 2, 2025
For more information contact: Jonathan Bennett at jonathan.bennett@cna.nl.ca or 709-643-2095 or Gail Dober at gail.dober@cna.nl.ca or 709-643-7749

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Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
Online Theory Delivery Dates:  January 6, 2025 - June 27, 2025
Practical Component Delivery Dates:  July 5, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Last day to register: May 2, 2025
For more information contact: Jonathan Bennett at jonathan.bennett@cna.nl.ca or 709-643-2095 or Gail Dober at gail.dober@cna.nl.ca or 709-643-7749

This program offers a basic introduction to the exciting field of prospecting and mineral exploration.  It consists of two components: an online asynchronous (self-paced) theory course and a field practical course.  The program offers instruction in basic prospecting methods and an opportunity to engage in a hands-on practical to gain experience in field work. Individuals should possess a minimum level of computer skills and an interest in being outdoors.
 
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, participants will:
  • Have the knowledge and practical skills necessary to safely engage in activities related to prospecting.
  • Will qualify for designation as genuine prospectors under Regulation 13 of the Mineral Regulations 1143/96.

Admission Requirements


  • Participants must be at least 19 years of age.
  • English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent). 

Courses


CODE TITLE Hrs
NC3346 Introduction to Prospecting 30
NC3347 Prospecting Practicum 14

 

College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.
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