Online Training

Grinding & Milling Systems Training Course

Develop the technical knowledge to evaluate, operate and optimise ball mills, vertical mills, separators and roll-press grinding systems.

USD$ 1000.00 Group discounts automatically
applied at checkout

Duration6 Weeks

LocationOnline

Next Start Dates

19 Oct 2026

Schedule 2026 Browse

Highlights:

Flexible to your schedule
Downloadable materials
Practical exercises
Module exams
Certificate

What You'll Learn

Measure and control fineness, grindability and separator performance
Compare ball mills, vertical mills and roll-press circuits
Diagnose drying, ventilation, cooling and inspection issues
Improve energy efficiency, stability and finished-product quality

Course Breakdown

Module 1: Introduction and grinding concepts 8 lessons

Establishes the fundamentals of cement grinding, including fineness measurement, separation, grindability, drying, ventilation and finish-mill cooling.

Module 1.1 - Introduction
Quiz 1.1
Module 1.2 - Fineness Requirements
Module 1.2 - Exercise
Module 1.3 - Separation Theory
Module 1.3 - Exercise
Module 1.4 - Grindability
Quiz 1.4
Module 1.5 - Drying
Module 1.5 - Exercise
Module 1.6 - Venting
Module 1.6 - Exercise
Module 1.7 - Cooling in Cement Finish Mills
Module 1.7 - Exercise
Quiz 1.7
Module 1.8 - Coal Grinding
Module 1.8 - Exercise
End of Module 1 Exam

Module 2: Vertical mills 4 lessons

Covers vertical coal mills, vertical-mill principles, VRM separators and vertical finish mills, with exercises based on practical operating decisions.

Module 2.1 - Vertical Coal Mills
Module 2.1 - Exercise
Module 2.2 - Vertical Mill Principles
Module 2.2 - Exercise
Module 2.3 - VRM Separators
Module 2.3 - Exercise
Module 2.4 - Vertical Finish Mills
Module 2.4 - Exercise
End of Module 2 Exam

Module 3: Ball mills 4 lessons

Examines ball-mill design and operation, inspection methods, dynamic separators and grinding aids for raw and finish grinding systems.

Module 3.1 - Ball Mills
Module 3.1 - Exercise
Module 3.2 - Ball Mill Inspection
Module 3.2 - Exercise
Module 3.3 - Dynamic Separators
Module 3.3 - Exercise
Module 3.4 - Grinding Aids
Module 3.4 - Exercise
End of Module 3 Exam

Module 4: Roll presses 4 lessons

Explores roll-press principles and dimensioning, raw-grinding and cement-grinding circuits, and the particular requirements of slag grinding.

Module 4.1 - Roll Press Principles
Module 4.1 - Exercise
Module 4.2 - Roll Press Raw Grinding
Module 4.2 - Exercise
Module 4.3 - Roll Presses in Cement Grinding
Module 4.3 - Exercise
Module 4.4 - Slag Grinding
Module 4.4 - Exercise
End of Module 4 Exam

Module 5: Conclusions and future systems 2 lessons

Reviews other mill types and the future possibilities shaping grinding and milling technology.

Module 5.1 - Other Mills
Module 5.1 - Exercise
Module 5.2 - Future Possibilities

Course Overview

This six-week online course follows the complete cement-grinding cycle, from material properties and fineness requirements through separation, drying, ventilation and cooling. It then examines the design, operation and optimisation of vertical mills, ball mills and roll-press systems.

The programme contains 22 technical lessons, applied exercises, quizzes and four module examinations. Participants can relate the material to their own plants or client projects, while downloadable lecture handouts, exercise sheets and reading material provide a lasting technical reference. Allow approximately five hours of study each week.

Reasons to Attend

Improve Mill Performance Identify practical opportunities to raise output and stability
Reduce Energy Use Understand the operating factors behind grinding efficiency
Strengthen Troubleshooting Diagnose common circuit, separator and ventilation constraints
Apply Learning at Work Use exercises linked to real cement-plant systems

Who Should Attend

Grinding and Process Engineers Develop circuit-analysis and optimisation skills
Operators and Maintenance Teams Connect equipment condition with operating performance
Plant and Production Managers Evaluate efficiency, reliability and investment priorities
Equipment Suppliers and Consultants Support client studies and improvement projects

Instructor

Dr Michael Clark

Senior Cement Process Engineer
40+ Years of Experience

Dr Michael Clark has trained thousands of cement-industry professionals, combining process fundamentals with practical guidance for improving plant performance.

Industry Feedback

The fineness and separator sections gave our team a practical way to interpret circuit data and focus our optimisation work.

I used the ball-mill inspection material during our next shutdown and found it immediately useful.

Clear explanations of vertical mills and roll presses, without losing sight of day-to-day operating decisions.

A focused course that helped me connect energy consumption, product quality and mill stability.

FAQ

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered online over six weeks, allowing participants to work through the lessons, exercises and assessments alongside their professional commitments.

How much study time should I allow?

Participants should allow approximately five hours per week to review the technical material and complete the exercises and assessments.

Do I receive downloadable materials?

Yes. Lecture handouts, exercise sheets and supporting reading material are provided as downloadable course resources.

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes. Certification is awarded after completing the required exercises, quizzes and end-of-module examinations to a satisfactory standard.

Is the course relevant to my own grinding circuit?

Yes. The exercises are designed to help participants relate the principles to their own cement plants, or to client plants in the case of equipment and service suppliers.

What support is available?

Participants can contact the course instructor by email when questions arise during the programme.