1 Course

 

170 Hours

 

Online

 

 

Program Description

When companies put geostatistics to work, they make better decisions, reducing both costs and risks. If you’re a geoscientist or a mining or petroleum engineer, this program will give you the knowledge and skills you need to quantify resources and reserves effectively. Just as importantly, it will make you even more valuable to your company, and take your career to another level.

Getting started in this certificate program is easy – simply register for any course, and you’ll be automatically enrolled. No separate application or fees required.

 

Is This Program Right For You?

This program is designed for individuals who are:

  • 🗸 Busy people juggling career and personal commitments
  • 🗸 Geoscientists looking to map and predict geological features more effectively
  • 🗸 Mining engineers wanting to improve ore grade and volume estimates, as well as mine layout designs
  • 🗸 Petroleum engineers seeking to better model and estimate oil and gas reserves, and plan well placements that maximize recovery

 

Questions? Contact us at cpag@ualberta.ca

 

 

This program is perfect if you want to...
  • 🗸 Explore and apply simulation/uncertainty management concepts
  • 🗸 Understand the place of geostatistical models of heterogeneity and uncertainty in modern resource and reserve evaluation
  • 🗸 Gain knowledge across a wide range of top­ics, including:
    • 🗸 Geo­log­ic rock types and sto­chas­tic mod­el­ing
    • 🗸 Trends and non-sta­tion­ar­i­ty
    • 🗸 Var­i­ograms for spa­tial con­ti­nu­ity mod­el­ing
    • 🗸 Krig­ing for opti­mal esti­ma­tion of resources
    • 🗸 Sim­u­la­tion for uncer­tain­ty quan­tifi­ca­tion
    • 🗸 Mul­ti­vari­ate mod­el­ing
    • 🗸 Deci­sion-mak­ing in pres­ence of uncertainty

 

What You Will Receive
  • 🗸 Upon completing the program, you will earn a certificate in Applied Geostatistics, showcasing your specialized expertise. Each course builds practical, industry-relevant skills that support your professional development and can lead to new career opportunities across a range of sectors.

 

Cost +
  • Approximate cost of the full program:$8,680 CAD effective Fall 2025
  • Flexible payment – pay course-by-course as you go
  • Courses are GST-exempt.
  • Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks
Program Details +
  • This program is comprised of one course with a total of 170 instructional hours
  • It’s designed for part-time study and can generally be completed within four months
  • It is recommended that students have a bachelor’s degree in engi­neer­ing, geo­science, or a relat­ed field
  • This course is pass/fail for a grade of CR/NC. You will need to pass your assessments to receive a passing grade.
  • You can expect to spend 60 hours on lecture material, 40 hours on informal learning and interaction, and up to 90 hours on exercises. The time required for exercises could exceed this if customized to a project.
  • 16 comprehensive assignments will be distributed.
  • The course is offered online bichronous or in person. More info about online delivery formats can be found here.
  • Course materials are shared by your instructor. You may require additional resources, such as textbooks.
Funding & Scholarships +

You could be eligible for funding and scholarships – explore your Funding and Scholarship Opportunities.

Receiving Your Certificate +
  • After you successfully complete your program requirements, you’ll receive an email letting you know when your certificate is ready. If you have any questions about your credentials, please contact the program office. Once you receive your certificate, you’ll also be eligible to become a UAlberta Associate Alumni.
Transferability +
International Students +
  • International Students are welcome to enroll and pay the same course fees as local students.
  • Proficiency in English and a stable internet connection are needed to participate and succeed in our courses.
  • Please note that non-credit programming does not qualify for a study permit, therefore, this program cannot be used for immigration to Canada. For more information, please contact University of Alberta International Student Services.
Student Services + Resources +

Additional Details

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Completion of EXAGC 4007A and EXAGC 4007B is equivalent to EXAGC 4007 'Applied Geostatistics'. Students will register themselves in EXAGC 4007A and staff will then complete the registration for EXAGC 4007B. 
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