Azamat Zhumagali
Founder of A-Z Geology
The company's founder, a professional geologist with over 15 years of experience in geological exploration, MSc. Azamat has a high level of expertise in structural geology and geological exploration methods. His practice includes experience working with deposits of various genesis: polymetallic (Rudny Altai), copper-porphyry (Balkhash-Ili, Chatkal-Kuramin, Mongolian magmatic arcs), epithermal gold, infiltration uranium (Chu-Sarysu depression), chromium (Kempirsai ore-bearing region), vanadium (Karatau ridge). Despite his extensive experience, Azamat regularly takes advanced training courses abroad. In recent years, he has completed internships in the US (“Porphyry Cu, Mo, and Au Deposits,” “Structural Geology for Geotechnicians,” Arizona), Greece (“Description and Field Identification of Volcanic Rocks,” Milos Island), Cardiff University - Structural geology for exploration and mining. Azamat led geological consulting projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Ma'aden Ivanhoe Electric joint venture.
The company's founder, a professional geologist with over 15 years of experience in geological exploration, MSc. Azamat has a high level of expertise in structural geology and geological exploration methods. His practice includes experience working with deposits of various genesis: polymetallic (Rudny Altai), copper-porphyry (Balkhash-Ili, Chatkal-Kuramin, Mongolian magmatic arcs), epithermal gold, infiltration uranium (Chu-Sarysu depression), chromium (Kempirsai ore-bearing region), vanadium (Karatau ridge). Despite his extensive experience, Azamat regularly takes advanced training courses abroad. In recent years, he has completed internships in the US (“Porphyry Cu, Mo, and Au Deposits,” “Structural Geology for Geotechnicians,” Arizona), Greece (“Description and Field Identification of Volcanic Rocks,” Milos Island), Cardiff University - Structural geology for exploration and mining. Azamat led geological consulting projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Ma'aden Ivanhoe Electric joint venture.
Timur Medeo
Instructor
A professional geologist and mineralogist-petrographer with over 7 years of experience in exploration and development of solid mineral deposits. He has extensive practical expertise studying porphyry copper, volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS), nickel-copper, sediment-hosted copper, and epithermal gold deposits, as well as lithium and phosphate occurrences in Kazakhstan and internationally.
Timur specializes in mineralogy and petrography, conducting detailed mineralogical and petrographic studies using advanced equipment and methodologies. He combines rigorous scientific investigation with practical applications for the mining industry. Timur actively shares his expertise through training courses and workshops for professionals and students, and has teaching experience at the Geology Department of Satbayev University. He regularly advances his qualifications through training with international experts and at leading research institutions, including the University of Arizona (USA) – "Ore Deposit Mapping"; FOOTPRINT SPA (Chile) – "Hydrothermal Porphyry Copper Systems"; and Nazarbayev University (Astana) – "Facies Analysis and Depositional Environments."
A professional geologist and mineralogist-petrographer with over 7 years of experience in exploration and development of solid mineral deposits. He has extensive practical expertise studying porphyry copper, volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS), nickel-copper, sediment-hosted copper, and epithermal gold deposits, as well as lithium and phosphate occurrences in Kazakhstan and internationally.
Timur specializes in mineralogy and petrography, conducting detailed mineralogical and petrographic studies using advanced equipment and methodologies. He combines rigorous scientific investigation with practical applications for the mining industry. Timur actively shares his expertise through training courses and workshops for professionals and students, and has teaching experience at the Geology Department of Satbayev University. He regularly advances his qualifications through training with international experts and at leading research institutions, including the University of Arizona (USA) – "Ore Deposit Mapping"; FOOTPRINT SPA (Chile) – "Hydrothermal Porphyry Copper Systems"; and Nazarbayev University (Astana) – "Facies Analysis and Depositional Environments."
Ekaterina Siidra
Instructor
A geospatial information systems expert and database manager with 12 years of experience in mineral exploration and data management. Throughout her career, she has worked on copper deposits, as well as gold deposits of various genetic types and lithium projects.
Ekaterina earned her degree from Saint Petersburg State University and has worked in field operations and research laboratories, participating in exploration and development projects across Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.
She brings expertise in data interpretation across diverse geological settings and jurisdictions, with extensive experience as a speaker at industry events.
Ekaterina continuously advances her professional development and offers valuable insights into modern analytical methods, database auditing, and predictive modeling for ore deposits.
A geospatial information systems expert and database manager with 12 years of experience in mineral exploration and data management. Throughout her career, she has worked on copper deposits, as well as gold deposits of various genetic types and lithium projects.
Ekaterina earned her degree from Saint Petersburg State University and has worked in field operations and research laboratories, participating in exploration and development projects across Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.
She brings expertise in data interpretation across diverse geological settings and jurisdictions, with extensive experience as a speaker at industry events.
Ekaterina continuously advances her professional development and offers valuable insights into modern analytical methods, database auditing, and predictive modeling for ore deposits.
Din Muhammed Ali Srajadin
Instructor
Master of Engineering, geologist with field experience across exploration projects at various stages. He has substantial expertise working with porphyry copper-molybdenum, volcanogenic massive sulfide, epithermal gold deposits, and lithium brines in Central Asia.
He specializes in remote sensing interpretation of ASTER satellite imagery. Through his analysis of such data, Din Muhammed has repeatedly identified prospective targets that were subsequently confirmed through field investigations and recommended for detailed exploration programs. His additional areas of expertise include ore deposit mapping, spectral geology, lithogeochemical exploration, drill core logging, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
In 2023, he completed an international internship in Arizona, USA, where he conducted advanced studies of Cu-Au-Mo porphyry deposits.
Master of Engineering, geologist with field experience across exploration projects at various stages. He has substantial expertise working with porphyry copper-molybdenum, volcanogenic massive sulfide, epithermal gold deposits, and lithium brines in Central Asia.
He specializes in remote sensing interpretation of ASTER satellite imagery. Through his analysis of such data, Din Muhammed has repeatedly identified prospective targets that were subsequently confirmed through field investigations and recommended for detailed exploration programs. His additional areas of expertise include ore deposit mapping, spectral geology, lithogeochemical exploration, drill core logging, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
In 2023, he completed an international internship in Arizona, USA, where he conducted advanced studies of Cu-Au-Mo porphyry deposits.
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Fundamentals of Mineral Resource Estimation
A 3-day in-person course in Astana
Core knowledge for early-career professionals
What You'll Learn
- How resource models are built and validated
- International reporting standards — CRIRSCO, JORC, and others
- Fundamental principles of data quality control (QA/QC)
About the Course
This course covers the key principles, methods, and international standards in mineral resource estimation.
Over three days, you'll systematically explore resource and reserve classification, fundamentals of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), estimation methods, and reconciliation of resource models with mining performance.
Understand resource and reserve classifications aligned with international standards
01
Master fundamental QA/QC principles and data preparation
02
Learn the stages of resource model estimation and validation
03
Connect theoretical approaches with practical challenges in mining operations and geological modeling
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What's Included
3 days of intensive training in Astana
Insights from an instructor with 15 years of industry experience
Certificate of completion
Real-world mining case studies
course outline
09:00–11:00
Introduction to mineral resources and reserves. Classification of resources and reserves according to CRIRSCO-aligned reporting standards.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Key differences between resources and reserves. The role of resource and reserve classification.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
International reporting codes and standards. Stages of mineral resource estimation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Introduction to data quality assessment.
Introduction to mineral resources and reserves. Classification of resources and reserves according to CRIRSCO-aligned reporting standards.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Key differences between resources and reserves. The role of resource and reserve classification.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
International reporting codes and standards. Stages of mineral resource estimation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Introduction to data quality assessment.
09:00–11:00
The importance of QA/QC in resource estimation. What is QA/QC: key definitions. Sample preparation and laboratory analysis stages. Understanding accuracy and precision.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Core QA/QC methods: duplicates, standards, blanks, check samples. Internal vs. external QA/QC: understanding the difference. Visualizing QA/QC data: graphical methods and interpretation.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
Data preparation for resource estimation. Mineral resource estimation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Step-by-step resource model validation
The importance of QA/QC in resource estimation. What is QA/QC: key definitions. Sample preparation and laboratory analysis stages. Understanding accuracy and precision.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Core QA/QC methods: duplicates, standards, blanks, check samples. Internal vs. external QA/QC: understanding the difference. Visualizing QA/QC data: graphical methods and interpretation.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
Data preparation for resource estimation. Mineral resource estimation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Step-by-step resource model validation
09:00–11:00
Overview of resource model types. Key differences between resource and reserve models.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Purpose and significance of reconciliation in mining projects.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
Data types used in reconciliation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Analyzing model-to-mine discrepancies and their causes.
Overview of resource model types. Key differences between resource and reserve models.
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15–13:00
Purpose and significance of reconciliation in mining projects.
13:00–14:00
Lunch
14:00–16:00
Data types used in reconciliation.
16:00–16:15
Coffee Break
16:15–18:00
Analyzing model-to-mine discrepancies and their causes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Basic geology knowledge and familiarity with exploration data collection are sufficient. No specialized training in modeling or statistics is required—the course gradually introduces all necessary concepts.
Yes. The course is specifically designed for those taking their first steps in resource estimation. The program covers fundamental principles—classifications, QA/QC, data preparation, modeling stages, and model reconciliation with mining operations. It's an excellent starting point for beginners.
No. The course is not tied to any specific software. We cover the principles, methodology, and logic of resource estimation that are applicable in any software platform. This allows participants to apply the knowledge in whatever system they use at their operation.
The course is in-person only. This format allows for live discussion of examples and participant questions, which is especially important for methodological topics.
Yes, you can ask questions related to your work situation. The instructor will clarify the context and explain how the general principles from the course apply to similar challenges. The format doesn't include in-depth analysis of individual case studies, but you'll receive guidance and clarification on key points.
A laptop is not required. All materials are provided: printed handouts, notebook, and pen. You may also bring personal notes or data examples if you'd like to discuss specific questions.
For Kazakhstan residents: Installment payment is available — typically monthly, arranged with the coordinator. For all participants: Payment can be made via corporate invoice. Email us at azgeologykz@gmail.com or fill out the contact form.
Submit your application and we'll contact you to confirm your participation and answer all questions about the program, payment, and course logistics.
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