Professional Certificate of Competency in Foundations of Dry Material Handling: Plant Design, Conveyors, Chutes, Dust Control and Energy Efficiency in Mining

This professional certificate covers the core principles and systems involved in material handling for mining, including plant layout design, conveyor systems, dust control, and energy optimization. It also introduces Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulations for analyzing material flow, and explores the integration of sustainability practices such as renewable energy. Participants will gain a solid foundation in data collection techniques, equipment selection, and strategies to improve energy efficiency and promote sustainable operations.

Upon completion, you will gain the skills to optimize plant layouts, select appropriate equipment, and apply best practices for energy efficiency and dust control.

Course Start Dates

• 16th February 2027
• 13th July 2027

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About Engineering Institute of Technology

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is a leading engineering and technology education and training provider, offering online and on-campus programs. Our wide range of courses is driven by industry experts to ensure students (whether starting out or in the workforce) develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the ever-evolving world of modern engineering.

With campuses in Perth, Melbourne and Brisbane, EIT delivers industry-focused professional certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees to students from over 160 countries.

Our study areas include electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering, renewable energy, industrial automation, data communications, industrial IT, electronics, as well as engineering management, safety, and risk and reliability engineering.

Their online and on-campus programs follow a unique delivery methodology that makes use of live and interactive webinars, an international pool of expert lecturers, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software. 

Our Mission

EIT’s mission is to provide students throughout the world with measurable and significant productivity gains in their workplace through cutting-edge and applied engineering vocational and higher education.

Our Vision

By 2032, EIT will be internationally recognized for its education in the engineering and technology areas and will be an Australian University College. EIT will draw students worldwide because of its reputation for strongly industry-oriented engineering programs, with graduate attributes that make EIT students employees of choice.