American Society of Appraisers to Offer Advanced Appraisal Course for Mining Specialists

RESTON, Va., May 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) will offer its popular mining valuation course to be held September 9-11, 2015 in Butte, MT.

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ASA's popular Identification and Appraisal of Mining and Mineral Processing Equipment course is an advanced level course that covers how to assess and value mining and milling equipment, an overview of mines and extraction techniques; a review of hard rock mineral processing, coal processing and other equipment; and insight on identifying specific equipment along with their function and values.

It is designed for appraisers who specialize in the mining industry and professionals looking to learn more about this unique specialty. Many attendees are repeat students, who look to the class to provide important technical updates and valuable networking opportunities. The course is growing into a must-attend for those in this unique specialty.

A special open cast mine tour of Montana Resources' copper mine has been scheduled.

Course instruction will be provided by Alan C. Iannacito, FASA, a designated member of the Society for more than 35 years and Allan K. Bowles, PE, Mining Engineer, both of whom are principals of Littleton, Co based ACI Associates, Inc.

Course qualifies for 27 hours of ASA continuing education credits.

Course Location: Quality Inn & Suites, 2100 Cornell Avenue, Butte, MT 59701, (406) 494-7800.

A limited number of hotel sleeping rooms have been reserved at $100 per night (not including tax/svc charges). Availability is based on a first come first served basis. ASA must be referenced when reserving to receive special rate. Hotel registration deadline is August 31, 2015.

Course Registration:
Early Registration—Member: $1,020; Non-Member: $1,120 (through August 12, 2015)
Regular Registration—Member: $1,170; Non-Member $1,270 (after August 12, 2015)

To register or more information visit ASA online or call (800) 272-8258.

View course flyer, blog post, testimonial and previous course photos.

View course profile by Creamer Media's Mining Weekly.

American Society of Appraisers

The American Society of Appraisers is a world renowned and respected international organization devoted to the appraisal profession. As the oldest and only major appraisal organization representing all appraisal specialists, ASA is devoted to providing the highest possible standards in all areas of ethics, professionalism, education and designation criteria. For more information about the American Society of Appraisers, the ASA designation program for appraisers or the Society's free "Find an Appraiser" Referral System, visit www.appraisers.org or call (800) 272-8258.

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