Course Overview
Covers methods for the determination of a list of elements in a wide variety of materials used in mineral exploration, mining, and metallurgical and fabrication industries. Emphasis is placed on selecting the most suitable technique for the particular samples under investigation. Classical methodology includes gravimetric and volumetric analysis, as well as fire assaying, using the atomic absorption, spectrophotometer and PH meter/ISE. Topics: precious metal assaying, wet assaying, qualitative analysis, mineral identification. Students have the option to complete the five courses in the Assayer training, which helps prepare them to write the BC Ministry of Energy Professional Certification Exam.
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Domestic fees
$1,050.43
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Related Programs
Laboratory Practicum (CHSC 5635) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Energy
- Assayer Training
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of CHSC 5635 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 80886
Dates
Feb 16 - Feb 15 Loading
- CRN 80886
- $1050.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16 - Feb 15 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- Departmental approval needed. Please contact Elaine Woo at 604-432-8393 or Elaine_Woo@bcit.ca for approval. Must include your BCIT student ID. This is a Guided Learning, Distance Education (correspondence) course. Course delivery is through e-mail, fax, phone, CD, regular mail and labs. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT account.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of CHSC 5635 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 58990
Dates
May 04 - Apr 26 Loading
- CRN 58990
- $1050.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 04 - Apr 26 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- For approval to register in this class, please contact Elaine Woo at Elaine_Woo@bcit.ca and include your BCIT Student ID. This is a Guided Learning, Distance Education course. Course delivery is through internet, fax, phone, CD, mail and labs. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT account.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.