Mining and extractive industries are critical for industrial growth but are highly energy- and resource-intensive. This domain equips learners to implement smart mining solutions, sustainable extraction techniques, and ESG-compliant operations. Participants will gain hands-on skills in AI/ML-driven exploration, mine automation, predictive maintenance, environmental impact monitoring, waste and tailings management, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The program also covers community engagement, responsible sourcing, and strategies for reducing carbon footprints in extractive sectors.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Smart Mining | 1 Week | Online | Mining lifecycle, digital tools, sustainability concepts | Mining literacy + digital awareness | MCQ | ₹2,000 / $25 | Mining + Infra |
| IoT & Sensor Analytics in Mining Operations | 1 Week | Online | Sensor networks, real-time monitoring | IoT deployment | Assignment | ₹2,000 / $25 | Mining + Industry |
| Predictive Maintenance & Equipment Analytics | 1 Week | Online | ML-based failure prediction, cost optimization | Predictive analytics | MCQ+Task | ₹2,000 / $25 | Mining + Operations |
| Tailings & Waste Management | 1 Week | Online | Tailings dams, waste reduction, risk management | Environmental compliance | Task | ₹2,000 / $25 | Mining + ESG |
| Mine Safety & Environmental Monitoring | 1 Week | Online | Safety protocols, air/water quality, emissions | Safety analytics | MCQ | ₹2,000 / $25 | Mining + ESG |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| AI & ML for Mineral Exploration | 2 Weeks | Online | Orebody modelling, resource estimation | Predictive geoscience | Case Study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Mining + Tech |
| Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization in Mining | 2 Weeks | Online | Energy audits, renewable integration | Energy optimization | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Mining + ESG |
| Water & Environmental Risk Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Water footprint, pollution monitoring | Risk modelling | Assignment | ₹3,500 / $40 | Mining + Environment |
| Regulatory Compliance & ESG Reporting | 2 Weeks | Online | National & international mining regulations | Reporting & benchmarking | Case Study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Mining + Policy |
| Community Engagement & Responsible Sourcing | 2 Weeks | Online | Social license to operate, stakeholder management | CSR & stakeholder skills | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | ESG + Policy |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Integrated Mine Planning & Resource Modelling | 1 Month | Online | Mine scheduling, resource allocation, optimization | Mine planning + modelling | Capstone | ₹6,000 / $70 | Mining + Operations |
| Digital Twins & Smart Mining Operations | 1 Month | Online | Simulation of operations, predictive decision-making | Digital twin design | Project | ₹6,000 / $70 | Mining + Industry |
| Environmental Impact Assessment for Extractives | 1 Month | Online | LCA, emissions, remediation strategies | Environmental planning | Assignment | ₹6,000 / $70 | Mining + ESG |
| AI for Mining Safety & Risk Analytics | 1 Month | Online | Predictive safety, hazard mitigation | Safety modelling | Project | ₹6,000 / $70 | Mining + ESG |
| Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency in Mining | 1 Month | Online | Waste valorization, material recovery | Resource efficiency | Capstone | ₹6,000 / $70 | Mining + ESG |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Smart Mining & Automation | 3 Months | Online | Autonomous machinery, AI optimization, operations integration | Automation + AI | Capstone + Exam | ₹12,000 / $140 | Mining + Tech |
| Sustainable Extractives & ESG Integration | 3 Months | Online | Carbon footprint reduction, ESG KPIs | Sustainability planning | Project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Mining + ESG |
| Water-Energy-Emissions Nexus in Mining | 3 Months | Online | Integrated resource management, footprint reduction | Systems modelling | Capstone | ₹12,000 / $140 | Mining + Environment |
| Policy & Regulation Modelling for Responsible Mining | 3 Months | Online | Regulatory compliance, scenario analysis | Policy analysis | Project | ₹12,000 / $140 | Mining + Policy |
| Circular Economy & Materials Innovation in Extractives | 3 Months | Online | Recovery technologies, recycling, reuse | Resource innovation | Capstone | ₹12,000 / $140 | Mining + ESG |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Smart Mining & Digital Operations | 6 Months | Online | Mine automation, AI/ML, predictive planning | Mining tech + strategy | Dissertation + Capstone | ₹25,000 / $300 | Mining + Industry |
| Diploma in Sustainable Extractives & ESG Management | 6 Months | Online | Responsible sourcing, ESG integration, decarbonization | ESG + Operations | Thesis | ₹25,000 / $300 | Mining + ESG |
| Diploma in Resource Efficiency & Circular Mining | 6 Months | Online | Waste valorization, material recovery, lifecycle analysis | Circular economy planning | Capstone | ₹25,000 / $300 | Mining + Sustainability |
| Diploma in Mining Policy, Regulation & Community Engagement | 6 Months | Online | Compliance, social license to operate, stakeholder management | Policy + CSR | Project | ₹25,000 / $300 | Mining + Policy |
| Diploma in Integrated Risk, Safety & Environmental Analytics | 6 Months | Online | Safety, water, emissions, hazard forecasting | Risk analytics + ESG | Dissertation | ₹25,000 / $300 | Mining + ESG |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Self-paced modules
- Ideal for: graduates, policymakers, researchers, planners, professionals, NGOs, and development practitioners
- Blended instructor-led + self-paced learning
- Mining datasets, simulation tools, and IoT dashboards
- AI/ML for predictive maintenance, resource estimation, and safety
- ESG reporting and environmental impact monitoring tools
- Circular economy and waste valorization practices
- Community engagement and responsible sourcing strategies
- Capstone / project-driven learning pathway
- STRATI certification + pathway to advanced programs