Machine Operations, Mineral and Metal Processing

Code	5774
Diploma	DVS
Sector	Mining and Site Operations
Length of training	900 hours
Number of credits	60
Status	Program approved in 2004

This program is offered in French:
5274 - Conduite de machines de traitement du minerai

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Program Objectives

Graduates will be able to perform the tasks and activities relative to operating machines and processing metals and minerals. Those who have successfully completed the program will also have the knowledge and skills to complete their work while respecting the environment as well as respecting health and safety regulations.

The length of the revised program remains unchanged. The program of study totals 900 hours, and is divided into 17 modules. Seven of these modules, totaling 270 hours, are dedicated to general, work-related competencies, 10 modules, totaling 630 hours, are spent on the specific competencies required to practise the trade. A practicum totalling 105 hours is included during the training program.

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
778-411	To determine their suitability for the trade and the training process	15	1
778-421	To interpret information relating to the handling and transport of hazardous materials	15	1
778-434	To perform mathematical calculations applied to physics	60	4
778-444	To interpret information relating to ore processing methods	60	4
778-453	To prepare control tests	45	3
778-462	To perform preventive maintenance on a machine and a piece of equipment	30	2
778-479	To operate machines and equipment used for size reduction operations	135	9
778-482	To operate machines and equipment used to prepare reagents	30	2
778-492	To operate machines and equipment used to produce ore concentrates using mechanical methods	30	2
778-503	To monitor the parameters of a computer-based ore processing circuit	45	3
778-516	To operate machines and equipment used to produce ore concentrates by flotation	90	6
778-522	To operate machines and equipment used to filter concentrates	30	2
778-532	To operate machines and equipment used for hydraulic backfill and paste backfill	30	2
778-547	To operate machines and equipment used to produce ore concentrates using chemical methods	105	7
778-553	To operate machines and equipment used for the agglomeration of concentrates	45	3
778-562	To operate machines and equipment used to treat wastewater	30	2
778-577	To enter the work force	105	7
		900	60

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding an Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies, or a post-secondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor’s degree
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Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test (see the following table), or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning

Specific conditions:
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their vocational training is to begin in a specific program of study, who hold a Training Certificate for a Semiskilled Trade (TCST), and who earned the required credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in Secondary Cycle One in general education in the youth sector or in Secondary II in general education in the adult sector
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Persons who are at least 15 years of age on September 30 of the current school year, who have attained vocational maturity and who have earned their Secondary II credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics are eligible for admission to a pilot project for concurrent admission. By means of concurrent admission with an integrated schedule, they will continue their vocational training and their general education in the youth sector to complete the Secondary III prerequisites they need to obtain their vocational training diploma. Authorization by the Ministère is required for the concurrent admission of a student in Secondary III

Functional Prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 can be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of vocational studies (DVS) based on functional prerequisites. These prerequisites, in place for those aged at least 18 years at the start date declared for the vocational training program, are: successful completion of the general development test (GDT) and obtaining and passing the tests relative to the specific prerequisites in the language of instruction and mathematics, if applicable.

This table indicates the new course codes for common core basic education (CCBE) and diversified basic education (DBE) required for the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. In the cases where the new course codes for the CCBE and the DBE are in progressive implementation, the old codes are indicated in parenthesis and are still valid. The equivalent course codes in basic education in the youth sector are also indicated in the table. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or in mathematics, a (-) will be displayed in the appropriate field. Please note that the functional prerequisites do not apply to attestation of vocational specialty (AVS) programs.

Specific Prerequisites

Language of instruction		Second language		Mathematics
Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth
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Metal Processing Machine Operator

Metal processing machine operators operate grinders, shaking tables, filtration devices, leaching circuits, agglomeration circuits, etc. They set automated controls. They monitor mineral processing procedures, take samples and perform control tests on products. As part of their duties, they may be responsible for the general maintenance of machinery. This is an occupation that requires problem solving and suits people who are diligent and methodical. A job as a metal processing machine operator requires manual skills and a meticulous, responsible personality.