Leapfrog EDGE

Masterclass: Geologically
Driven Resource
Estimation
 The course is designed as an introduction to Leapfrog EDGE for use
in resource estimation studies.The course carefully combines the
latest estimation software from Seequent with SRK's worldwide
experience and knowledge in developing robust estimates.

Leapfrog EDGE is a new resource estimation

solution developed by Seequent (previously
ARANZ Geo). Leapfrog EDGE allows resource
estimates to be completed in an intuitive and
highly visual 3D environment with easy to
follow workflows.

MASTERCLASS FORMAT

The Masterclass will include a series of theoretical

presentations and discussions on the key aspects of
estimation eg. QA-QC, statistical data analysis,
domaining, grade capping, variography, QKNA,
estimation, validation and classification. These subjects
will be interspersed with real world examples using
Leapfrog EDGE with the final aim of producing a
validated, classified and robust resource estimate.
Topics discussed:
• Importance of geology in all aspects of resource
estimation and domaining
• Importance of QA-QC of data
• Exploratory data analysis
• Variogram selection and fitting
• Estimation strategies and methods
• Block model validation
• Classification strategies
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The course is designed primarily for mining and
resource geologists who are already involved in
developing resource estimates and wish to learn about
estimation, using Leapfrog EDGE.
No previous experience in this software is required but a
background in resource estimation using other 3D
modelling software is preferred, though not essential.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Leapfrog EDGE software will be used for the practical
sessions. Please bring your own laptop (with a 3D
graphics card installed). All training software and
licenses will be provided.

The course is not an advanced geostatistics course,

though the fundamentals of a geostatistical approach to
estimation will be taught.

PETER GLEESON
CORPORATE CONSULTANT, SRK CARDIFF

Peter has over 30 years of mining geology and resource

COURSE BENEFITS
1. Improved operational efficiency
2. Reducing risk inherent in any mineral resource
estimation by producing robust estimates
associated to your geological domains
3. How to use modern, operationally efficient software to
produce robust resource estimates
estimation. Peter has worked in both open pit and
underground operation production roles. In addition he
has worked on a diverse range of deposit types, ranging
from precious metals, base metals through to bulk
commodities. He is a CP in many of these commodities.
Peter is a firm believer in the importance of geology in
developing resource estimates. He is a firm advocate of
hands on geology through pit mapping, face mapping etc
and generally driving the resource development from the
“coal face” rather than only from a computer screen.