Mineral Beneficiation Process Controller (Mineral Processor Calcining)

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Mineral Processor: Calcining. A Mineral Processor: Calcining typically monitors and controls the processes for decomposition of carbonate materials, decomposition of hydrated minerals or heat treatment to effect phase transformations, as in conversion of anatase to rutile. A qualified learner will be able to monitor and control the calcining processes.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related Curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a Statement of Results or certifying a Work Experience Record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant entry requirements.

This qualification is constructed according to the needs expressed by industry and it will provide portability and career opportunities for Process Controllers working in a number of strategically important mining sectors. This qualification will cater for the provisioning of the required skills to support the infrastructure development in the country as cement is a strategic commodity that underpins economic development in South Africa. A significant number of Process Controllers are employed in this industry. Plant operator training and education plays a fundamental role in improving the energy efficiency of the cement manufacturing process and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Learners who enter this qualification will be well versed in all the Occupational Health and Safety issues; they will have experience of working with process control equipment; and they will be exposed to the operating dynamics of material handling equipment.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related Curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a Statement of Results or certifying a Work Experience Record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant entry requirements.

• Monitor and control Calcining mineral beneficiation processes.
• Interpret sample results within a calcining process.
• Identify measuring and monitoring instrumentation on a calcining plant, read and interpret the information and take appropriate corrective action.
• Identify and deal with potential up- and down-stream implications and problems within the calcining process.
• Operate a calcining plant.