• Date: 13 - 15 Jun 2022
• Tutor: Holly Elliott: Lecturer at the University of Derby 

Join renowned lecturer Holly Elliott for an examination into rare earth elements (REE) as critical resources. Using international case studies, this three-session live on-line course investigates REE in terms of technological advancement as well as combating climate change. The course will investigate the geological processes and enrichment mechanisms that lead to the formation of REE deposits, as well as the exploration methods and factors, such as mineralogy and environmental implications, that affect the economic viability of these deposits.

Overview

This course covers all aspects of rare earth elements (REE) as critical resources, both in terms of technological advancement and combating climate change. We shall delve into the major sources of these elements, their tectonic settings and the enrichment processes that lead to deposit formation. The characteristics of major REE deposits shall be investigated, using international case studies, to determine typical exploration methods and factors affecting processing.

Objectives

You will learn to:

• Understand the characteristics and behavior of REE in these geological environments.
• Understand the geological processes leading to formation of different deposit types.
• Understand and identify the multiple enrichment mechanisms that lead to REE-enrichment.
• Identify typical rocks and minerals associated with REE deposits.
• Evaluate typical features of REE deposits to determine appropriate exploration techniques.
• Interpret geochemical and exploration data associated with REE deposits.
• Assess the economic viability of deposits using typical characteristics.

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