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International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

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.

Prerequisite(s)

Credits

3.0

Domestic fees

$1,009.39

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2024

Below is one offering of CHSC 5635 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.

CRN 58990

Duration

Mon May 06 - Mon May 05 (52 weeks)

  • 52 weeks
  • CRN 58990
  • Domestic fees $1009.39
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
May 06 - May 05 N/A N/A Distance
Instructor

Elaine Woo

Course outline

TBD

Domestic fees

$1009.39

Important information
  1. Guided learning format.
  2. Departmental approval needed
  3. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  4. 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.
Status

Related Programs

Laboratory Practicum (CHSC 5635) is offered as a part of the following programs:

  • Indicates programs accepting international students.
  • Indicates programs with a co-op option.

School of Energy

  1. Assayer Training
    Statement of Completion Part-time

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