Students investigate the role minerals play in everyday life.

They will model modern mining techniques, explore the diversity and use of minerals and explore gold as a resource in the Ballarat region.

In this program students will:

• Identify minerals based on their properties.
• Model core sampling techniques in mining exploration and consider its wider implications.
• Examine the historical significance of gold in Victoria.

Please note one session of this program will take place in Woowookarung National Park, directly across the road from Earth Ed. Students and teachers should be aware that they will be out in the weather (sun/rain/wind etc) for this session.