Events & Courses

geological hazard (geohazard) is the consequence of an adverse combination of geological processes and ground conditions, sometimes precipitated by anthropogenic activity. The term implies that the event is unexpected and likely to cause significant loss or harm. To understand geohazards and mitigate their effects, expertise is required in the key areas of engineering geology, hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering, risk management, communication and planning, supported by appropriate specialist knowledge of subjects such as seismology and volcanology. There is a temptation for geoscientists involved in geohazards to get too focused on the ‘science’ and lose sight of the purpose of the work, which is to facilitate the effective management and mitigation of the consequences of geohazards within society.

The study and assessment of geohazards into the wider social context, helping the engineering geologist to better communicate the issues concerning geohazards in the UK to the client and the wider public.

Course overview

This course is ideal for geoscientists who are geoengineers, geotechnical experts or those who work in contaminated land. It is also useful for those who are in parallel sectors.

This course series comprises of fifteen modules, providing a comprehensive understanding of various Geological hazards, typically UK hazards. Modules can be booked individually or as a full programme package.

Each module is structured to give a presentation which sets the scene for the specific hazard, followed by discussion to develop understanding of the monitoring and the various elements which contribute to possible mitigation.

Each module is focused on a particular Geohazard.

Course module

Module 8. Metalliferous mining and building stone (principally Devon and Cornwall)

The largest UNESCO World Heritage Site in the UK is found in Cornwall and west Devon; its designation is based specifically on its heritage of metalliferous mining, especially tin, copper and arsenic. With a history of over 2,000 years of mining, South West England is exceptional in the nature and extent of its mining landscape. The mining for metallic ores, and non-metallic rocks, is a strongly related to the distinctive geology of the region. The mining hazards that are encountered are a function of a number of factors, including: the Palaeozoic rocks; the predominant steeply dipping nature of the mineral veins (lodes) and consequent shaft mining; the long history of mining; the great depth and complexity of some of the mines; and the wastes and by-products derived from processing. Whilst Devon and Cornwall are better known for historical metalliferous mining, similar hazards also result from non-metal mines, including kaolin, slate, coal, whetstone, limestone, ball clay and lignite.

Speaker

Lucy Crane ESG Sustainability Manager at Cornish Lithium

Registration

Registration will close 24 hours before the session takes place.

Concessionary Rates & Student Registration

We offer students a generous discount, please verify your student status by either registering with your student email address, or upload a photograph of your student identification/ acceptance letter.

The society offers a limited number of concessionary rates for those in financial hardship. Please contact [email protected] (please note you may be required to provide details/evidence to support your application for this rate).

Book the full course series

Book all 15 modules as a package with the Full Course option and enjoy a discount.

Book the full course series plus Special Publication

Book all 15 modules as a package plus Special Publication Geological Hazards in the UK: Their Occurrence, Monitoring and Mitigation by registering for the Full Course option and selecting the book package on the registration form.

Fellow	£60
Non Fellow	£80
Student	£12

We can offer bespoke discounts on group registrations of 5 or more. Please email [email protected] to enquire.

Alternatively, if you book all 15 modules it includes a discount.

Venue

These courses will be held virtually over Zoom between 16.00 GMT and will run until approximately 17.30 GMT depending on audience participation.

Delegates will receive joining instructions the day before they take place.

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