EVOLV Academy
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Prospecting and Gold Mining
1.1 How to Get Started
20 min
1.2 The Nature of Gold
25 min
1.3 Different Gold Bearing Environments
30 min
1.4 Prospecting and Mining Equipment
35 min
Module 1 Quiz / Activity
15 min
Module 2: What is Gold Prospecting?
2.1 Definition and Fundamentals
25 min
2.2 Placer Mining (Water-Based)
30 min
2.3 Hard Rock Mining
25 min
2.4 Dredging Techniques
20 min
Module 2 Quiz / Activity
15 min
Module 3: What is Gold Mining?
3.1 Scales of Gold Mining Operations
30 min
3.2 Placer, Hard Rock, and Dredging Techniques
35 min
3.3 Safety, Legal and Environmental Considerations
40 min
Module 3 Quiz / Activity
20 min
Module 4: Essential Equipment
4.1 Research and Planning for Gold Prospecting
25 min
4.2 Equipment for Prospecting and Mining
35 min
4.3 Panning Techniques for Sampling
30 min
4.4 Eco-friendly Practices
25 min
Module 4 Quiz / Activity
20 min
Module 5: Getting Started: Step-by-Step Guide
5.1 Identify Viable Gold Prospecting Locations
30 min
5.2 Navigate Legal Requirements
35 min
5.3 Select Equipment Matched to Your Needs
25 min
5.4 Apply Eco-friendly Techniques
20 min
Module 5 Quiz / Activity
15 min
Module 6: Where to Find Gold: Best Locations
6.1 Identify Gold-Rich Geological Formations
35 min
6.2 Using Interactive Tools to Scout Locations
30 min
6.3 Metal Detecting Best Practices
25 min
6.4 Navigate Legal Access Requirements Globally
30 min
Module 6 Quiz / Activity
20 min
Module 7: Legal and Environmental Issues
7.1 Types of Gold Prospecting and Mining Licenses
30 min
7.2 Environmental Regulations
25 min
7.3 Points to Consider Before Applying for a License
20 min
7.4 Practical Tips on Navigating Legal Systems
35 min
Module 7 Quiz / Activity
15 min
Module 8: Next Steps: Developing Your Skills
8.1 Advanced Prospecting Techniques
30 min
8.2 Building a Sustainable Prospecting Business
35 min
8.3 Networking in the Prospecting Community
25 min
8.4 Final Project: Create Your Prospecting Plan
45 min
