SME to Host Mining and Mineral Processing Licensure Course

The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) is sponsoring a five-day review course to prepare mining and mineral processing engineers who will be taking their licensure examination in the Fall of 2016.

The Professional Engineer (P.E.) exam review course will be held September 10-14, 2016 at the Grand Hyatt Denver. The purpose of the review course is to provide an overall assessment of the subjects that will be covered in the licensure exam, and has been designed for understanding key concepts and applications.

The P.E. examinations are designed to test the competency and level of knowledge of professionals in a manner that will safeguard life, health, and property, and promote the public welfare. P.E. Licensure is the only legal way for engineers to offer their services to the general public. SME supports and encourages engineers working in the mining and mineral processing industries to seek professional licensure.

The five-day course will cover:
•    Exploration
•    Mine planning and operations
•    Environmental and reclamation
•    Mineral processing

Early-bird registration fees are in effect until August 12, 2016. For more information, visit www.community.smenet.org/pereview/home.

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