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
Domestic fees
$1,071.73
International fees are typically 3.4 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
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of CHSC 5635 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 36655
Dates
Oct 26 - Oct 18 Loading
- CRN 36655
- $1071.73 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26 - Oct 18 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
52 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
TBD
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- Departmental approval needed. Please contact Elaine Woo at 604-432-8393 or Elaine_Woo@bcit.ca. 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.
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