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Professional Certificate
JORC Code Reporting
Intake commences 2 June 2025
40 PD hours
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Course Overview
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the JORC Code
- Appraise the obligations and liabilities of the Competent Person under the JORC Code
- Describe a holistic view of the JORC Code and the role it plays in the minerals industry
- Interpret the JORC Code within the context of your working environment
- Apply the JORC Code in the reporting environment
- Recognise and counter common misconceptions about the JORC Code
- Identify good and poor technical reporting
- Demonstrate the correct application of the JORC Code
Who is this for?
- Aspiring Competent Persons: Develop an in-depth understanding of the JORC Code and its application.
- Mining industry professionals: Ensure that you are performing at the highest level expected.
- Mining companies listed or looking to list on the Stock Exchange: Establish your team’s knowledge of the JORC Code’s intricacies and its application in the reporting environment
Quick facts
Duration40 hours
8 weeks
Delivery100% online
Course TypeProfessional
Certificate
2025 Intakes10 February
2 June
6 October
PD HoursUp to 40*
LanguageEnglish
* PD hours recognised by AusIMM & Australian Institute of Geoscientists.
Course Modules
Module 1
Why the JORC Code?
In this module you will learn about why the JORC Code is important:
- Describe why the JORC Code was developed and adopted internationally
- Consider and address the three principles when preparing a public report
- Articulate the responsibilities and consequences of individuals tasked with
compiling public and non-public reporting - List the four requirements for annual reporting under the JORC Code
Module 2
Exploration Reporting
In this module you will learn about Exploration Reporting:
- Identify what is (and is not) an Exploration Result
- Explain how to report Exploration Results
- List the common pitfalls when reporting Exploration Results
- Describe what is an Exploration Target
- Appreciate the effect an Exploration Result can have on a company’s share price
Module 3
Technical Studies - How to Inform Investors
- Demonstrate how to use Studies to inform JORC Code Reporting
- Describe the purpose of the various study levels
- Explain the Confidence Ranges by study stage
- Describe Material Outcomes
- Describe why and when to use Cautionary Statements
Module 4
Mineral Resources Reporting
- Identify the stakeholder/s for which the reporting on Mineral Resources is targeted
- Define what makes a good public mineral resources report prepared in accordance with the JORC Code
- Identify Table 1 of the JORC Code as a minimum set of criteria and not a prescriptive outline for reporting
- Recognise when to add key issues to Table 1 and the strong relationship between geological and mineralisation continuity
- Recognise that classification summarises the entire body of work done by the Competent Person on that deposit
- Identify the professional users of a Mineral Resource model in terms of the inputs to a model as well as the end use for the model
Module 5
Ore Reserves Reporting
- Describe an effective Ore Reserve process
- Evaluate if a material change requires reporting
- Assess how Inferred Resources could be reported in an Ore Reserve
- Decide how to report stockpiles, mineralised fill and pillars
- Agree whether or not social licence and environmental factors are relevant factors in the reporting of an Ore Reserve
Module 6
The Regulatory Environment
- Understand the main requirements of the different governing bodies
- Describe the key difference between the Competent Person and a company
officer - Identify the difference between reasonable prospects as per the JORC Code, and reasonable basis as required by the Corporations Act
- Appreciate that the primary purpose of a report prepared in accordance with the JORC Code is to inform investors (and not other technical people)
JORC Code Update
In August 2024 the Australasian Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) released a new draft JORC Code for a three-month consultation period, which closed on 31st October 2024. More information about the JORC Code update can be found here.
The JORC Committee has advised that the revised Code is targeted for release in late 2025. As with the 2012 update, a transition period—likely around one year—will follow before mandatory reporting takes effect. The details are still being finalised. We strongly recommend training on the current Code, as it will remain essential for reporting over the next 12 months and provides the best foundation for adapting to the revised Code when it is introduced.
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Professional Certificate in JORC Code Reporting
Learning Objectives
- Appraise the obligations and liabilities of the Competent Person under the JORC Code
- Describe a holistic view of the JORC Code and the role it plays in the minerals industry
- Interpret the JORC Code within the context of your working environment
- Apply the JORC Code in the reporting environment
- Recognise and counter common misconceptions about the JORC Code
- Identify good and poor technical reporting
- Demonstrate the correct application of the JORC Code
Course Structure
The eight-week course consists of six modules over six weeks, with a final two weeks to complete the written assessment. Each module consists of:
- Pre-recorded videos
- Live interactive virtual classrooms (some modules)
- Interactive learning activities and group discussions
- Multiple choice questions
- Additional readings and case studies
The final assessment is made up of approximately 20 short answer questions that address the content presented in each module. Access to the final assignment will be available at the end of week 1 allowing participants to work progressively on the questions as they work their way through the course.
Live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours for participants who are unable to attend.
Course Schedule
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Virtual classrooms |
Assessment |
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Course commences: Course closes: 27July 2025 |
Module 1: Tuesday 10 June, 12.00–13.00 AEST Module 4: Tuesday 24 June, 12.00–13.00 AEST Module 5: Tuesday 1 July, 12.00–13.00 AEST |
Due date: 27 July 2025 |
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Note: The virtual classrooms listed above are the only scheduled activities for this course but they are not the only activities. All other course work (eg videos, readings, final assessment, etc) can be completed at your own pace on the learning platform within the course duration. All activities must be completed before the course close date. The virtual classrooms will be recorded and made available within 24 hours for those participants unable to attend the scheduled sessions. |
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Course Facilitators
All programs have been developed in consultation with leading organisations in the mining industry, subject matter experts and community leaders to ensure you gain the latest knowledge and develop relevant skills to accelerate your career.
Roderick Carlson
MAusIMM
Geology Manager, AMC Consultants
General Manager / Principal Geologist, AMC Consultants
Rod is a Member and Registered Professional Geologist in Mineral Exploration and Mining with the AIG and a Member of The AusIMM. Rod is a principal geologist with extensive management and consulting experience, and is experienced in areas including resource evaluation and audit, mine to mill reconciliation, geochemistry, drilling interpretation, and regolith mapping. Rod is a Director of the AIG and represents them as an ex-officio member of the JORC. With significant project management and peer review experience, Rod has worked across numerous commodities including gold, copper, bauxite, platinum, and coal. He has extensive international experience, having worked on projects in Australia, Russia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, and Oman. Rod has also conducted industry-training programmes in areas including geology for non-geologists, practical sampling, QA/QC, grade control, geostatistics, and reconciliation. He has generated resource reports to JORC Code and NI 43-101 standards.
Rod is a Member and Registered Professional Geologist in Mineral Exploration and Mining with the AIG and a Member of The AusIMM. Rod is a principal geologist with extensive management and consulting experience, and is experienced in areas including resource evaluation and audit, mine to mill reconciliation, geochemistry, drilling interpretation, and regolith mapping. Rod is a Director of the AIG and represents them as an ex-officio member of the JORC. With significant project management and peer review experience, Rod has worked across numerous commodities including gold, copper, bauxite, platinum, and coal. He has extensive international experience, having worked on projects in Australia, Russia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, and Oman. Rod has also conducted industry-training programmes in areas including geology for non-geologists, practical sampling, QA/QC, grade control, geostatistics, and reconciliation. He has generated resource reports to JORC Code and NI 43-101 standards.
Phil Jankowski
Principal Consultant, Resource Geology, ERM
Phil has over 30 years’ experience in mining geology and resource estimation. Phil’s career commenced with nine years’ experience in Archaean gold deposits, gaining experience with both open pit and underground mining geology and grade control, as well as exploration and resource development. Subsequently he has spent 23 years as a resource and mining geologist, both in mining company and consulting roles. Phil specialises in mining geology, grade control, orebody interpretation and wireframing, mine-scale lithological and structural mapping, the integration of geological and grade information, resource estimation using linear and non-linear geostatistics, technical audits of resource estimates and grade control systems, mine reconciliation, due diligence, and prospectus reports.
Glen Williamson
FAusIMM(CP)
Operations Consulting Manager, AMC Consultants
Glen has over 40 years of experience in the mining industry in a range of commodities, and in roles ranging from mine planning, operations management, technical management, feasibility studies, due diligence reviews, and ore reserve estimation and reporting. He has worked for mining companies, mining contractors and in consulting. Glen has worked on open pit iron ore, manganese, coal, nickel laterite, bauxite, phosphate, potash, precious metals, and base metals projects throughout Australia, the Pacific region, south-east Asia, South America, Africa, Russia, and Kazakhstan and has been Competent Person/Qualified Person under the JORC Code, NI 43-101, and S-K 1300 and has reviewed Ore Reserves reported under the SAMREC Code.
Lauren Tooley
MAusIMM
Business Development Geologist, RSC
Lauren is a Member of the AusIMM and a geologist at RSC specialising in data reviews, technical reporting and compliance. Lauren was one of the initial driving forces behind opaxe, RSC’s resource intelligence company that maintains an active database of public reports published by minerals companies listed on the world’s major stock exchanges including the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). Lauren’s efforts to compile data from thousands of public announcements have given her a broad knowledge of public reporting and the regulatory environment. As a consultant, Lauren has assisted with the preparation of both technical and public reports across numerous commodities including gold, copper, uranium, lithium, heavy mineral sands and rare earth elements.
Andrew Hall
MAusIMM(CP)
Director/Chief Executive Officer, AMC Consultants
Andrew Hall is a mining engineer and consultant with more than 28 years’ experience in feasibility studies, due diligence, project evaluation, strategy optimisation, and operational improvement, spanning a wide range of mining and ore processing methods, and materials’ handling systems world-wide.
His specialities include: open pit mine planning, underground mine planning, feasibility studies, due diligence, project management, cost estimation, benchmarking, business improvement and transformation, project evaluation, and public reporting.
Andrew holds a Masters in Mineral Economics and a Diploma in Project Management. He is a Fellow and Chartered Professional (Mining) of the AusIMM, and a Graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Andrew is also a current member of the JORC Committee.
His specialities include: open pit mine planning, underground mine planning, feasibility studies, due diligence, project management, cost estimation, benchmarking, business improvement and transformation, project evaluation, and public reporting.
Andrew holds a Masters in Mineral Economics and a Diploma in Project Management. He is a Fellow and Chartered Professional (Mining) of the AusIMM, and a Graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Andrew is also a current member of the JORC Committee.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the technical requirements to participate in the course? i.e. do I need a webcam, microphone, etc?
The course will be run entirely online via a cloud-based platform which can be accessed via computer, tablet or phone. Participants will simply need to have a working Internet connection and a computer, tablet or phone with sound to access the course. Please note that some course videos are hosted on Vimeo. Participants in regions where Vimeo is blocked may need to use a VPN to access these materials.
How long will the course take?
The entire course will run over eight weeks (six modules over six weeks plus another two weeks to finish the final assignment). It is expected that participants will take about 40 hours to finish the entire course. This includes attendance at live virtual classrooms and completion of all learning activities.
Must a participant complete and pass all modules in order to finish the course?
Yes, it is a requirement for participants to complete all modules and pass all learning activities, including the final assessment. A professional certificate will be awarded upon successful completion.
How often will the courses be run?
We aim to run two to three intakes each year.
Can a participant sign up for only one or two modules?
Unfortunately no, the course must be completed in its entirety.
Will the course be delivered in other languages?
No, the course is currently delivered in English only. We are looking at delivering the course in other languages in the near future.
Does someone have to have a prequalification of years’ experience before they can do the course?
No. If someone is on the pathway to becoming a Competent Person, then doing this course early will help them to better understand the JORC Code and its requirements.
Will current Competent Persons and industry practitioners be required to undertake this training before reporting?
It is not currently mandatory but it is highly recommended to raise the knowledge of the overall profession.
How many PD hours do I receive for undertaking the course?
Participants can earn professional development (PD) hours for undertaking the course. One contact hour of technical content is equivalent to one PD hour.
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Any Public Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves must be based on and fairly reflect documentation prepared by a Competent Person in accordance with the JORC Code.
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