The Introduction to Mining short course will provide you with fundamental knowledge and insights into mining operations and processes. Aimed at professionals who do not necessarily have a mining engineering degree or diploma, you can acquire a better understanding of mining even if you already work on a mine, work for a mine supplier or own shares in mines. The course focuses on various topics and you will be exposed to touch points of mining engineering, including hard rock mining, ventilation, rock mechanics and geology, mine planning, open-pit and underground mining methods, logistics and marketing, as well as environmental management.