{"id":421,"date":"2026-04-22T08:05:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T08:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/workshop.geothermal.itb.ac.id\/2026\/?page_id=421"},"modified":"2026-04-22T08:05:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T08:05:42","slug":"hitachi-high-tech-workshop","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/workshop.geothermal.itb.ac.id\/2026\/hitachi-high-tech-workshop\/","title":{"rendered":"Hitachi\u00a0High-Tech\u00a0Workshop"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hitachi\u00a0High-Tech\u00a0X\u202f15th<\/sup>\u202fITB INTERNATIONAL GEOTHERMAL WORKSHOP 2026<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application of Hitachi AMICS and SEM-EDS Technology for Mineral Characterization in Geothermal Studies<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join Hitachi at IIGW 2026 for a specialized course training designed to introduce participants to the application of analytical technologies in geothermal studies. As part of the post-event program of the 15th ITB International Geothermal Workshop 2026, this course aims to bridge academic understanding with industrial practice through practical insights into material characterization, geochemical analysis, and mineral-related investigation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The training will highlight the growing importance of automated mineral identification and quantification across mining, oil and gas, and geothermal industries, where decision-making relies on accurate mineralogy, textures, and compositional variability. Participants will also gain an understanding of the limitations of conventional mineralogical workflows and how modern analytical approaches can improve speed, scale, consistency, and data integration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through this course, Hitachi will introduce AMICS as a structured and repeatable workflow that integrates SEM-BSE imagery and EDS spectra into mineral maps and quantitative outputs. The session is intended to provide participants with a practical foundation to understand AMICS, interpret key outputs, and explore its relevance for real-world geothermal applications. The course is scheduled for Thursday, July 14th, 2026, as one of the key post-event activities of IIGW 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

INSTRUCTORS<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The short course will be delivered by instructors from SUSTEC. 
Jonathan Knapp<\/strong> 
Director of Bussiness Development of Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jonathan Knapp is a professional in the fields of geology, data analysis, and business development, currently serving as Director of Business Development at Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. With a Ph.D. in Geology\/Earth Science from West Virginia University and extensive experience at Bruker Nano Analytics, he has strong expertise in automated mineralogy, elemental analysis, data analytics, and the application of analytical technologies to support natural resource exploration and development. His work combines scientific approaches, data-driven decision-making, and a deep understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and multi-scale data integration to address challenges in both industry and academia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

OBJECTIVES<\/strong> 
By the end of this short course, the main objectives are for participants to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. To introduce participants to AMICS and SEM\u2011EDS\u2013based analytical technologies used for automated mineral identification, mapping, and quantification across geoscience applications.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. To provide an overview of automated mineralogy workflows, including sample-to-result steps such as data import, mineral classification, grouping, and generation of quantitative outputs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. To strengthen participants\u2019 understanding of the relationship between mineralogy, texture, and geosystem performance, including applications in ore processing, reservoir characterization, and geothermal alteration and scale analysis.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        1. To offer direct learning opportunities from industry experts, focusing on practical, hands\u2011on software operation, QA\/QC habits, and case\u2011based interpretation of AMICS results.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          1. To promote knowledge exchange and collaboration between students, academia, public institutions, and industry professionals through shared datasets, discussion, and applied problem-solving.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            EXPECTED OUTCOMES:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Gain a broader understanding of analytical technologies used in geothermal applications.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Understand the significance of material characterization, geochemical data, and mineral-related analysis in geothermal studies.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                1. Recognize how analytical results can support the interpretation of reservoir characteristics and geothermal processes.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  SCOPE OF THE COURSE <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  The course is expected to cover the following topics: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Introduction to AMICS and Hitachi analytical technologies used for automated mineral identification, mapping, and quantification, including their relevance to geothermal application.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. Basic principles of geothermal material characterization and analytical investigation.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                      1. Overview of mineralogical investigation approaches supported by AMICS outputs, including modal mineralogy, calculated assay, elemental distribution, grain\/particle size, and textural relationships (locking, liberation, association).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Application of AMICS results\u00a0to support\u00a0exploration and operational decisions, such as geothermal alteration and scale assessment, reservoir mineralogy interpretation, and mineral processing\/ore\u00a0characterization.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                          1. Selected case studies and practical examples from industrial and research settings, including guided\u00a0hands\u2011on\u00a0exercises using real datasets and recommended QA\/QC practices.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            RUNDOWN:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Title:\u202fApplication of Hitachi AMICS and SEM-EDS Technology for Mineral Characterization in Geothermal Studies<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0
                            Instructors:\u00a0Jonathan Knapp\u202f\u00a0
                            Date: July\u202f14th, 2026\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                             
                            Rundown Agenda: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Time<\/strong> <\/td>Duration<\/strong> <\/td>Agenda<\/strong> <\/td>Activities\/Topics<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr>
                            12.00 \u2013 13.00 <\/td>60 <\/td>Registration & Setup <\/td>Participant check-in; Laptop\/software readiness check; Distribute training files + handbook <\/td><\/tr>
                            13.00 \u2013 13.15 <\/td>15 <\/td>Opening & Workshop Orientation <\/td>Welcome remarks; Objectives & learning outcomes; Agenda overview & expected deliverables <\/td><\/tr>
                            13.15 \u2013 14.45 <\/td>30 <\/td>Session 1 \u2014 AMICS Overview & Value <\/td>What AMICS is; Core workflow (data \u2192 classification \u2192 outputs); Applications (Geothermal); What good results look like <\/td><\/tr>
                            13.45 \u2013 14.30 <\/td>45 <\/td>Session 2 \u2014 AMICS Process Walkthrough (Live Demo) <\/td>Interface orientation; Datastore\/Project\/Measurement structure; Where classification & outputs live; Common menus (Processing\/References\/Outputs) <\/td><\/tr>
                            14.30 \u2013 14.45 <\/td>15 <\/td>Coffee Break #1 <\/td>Networking; Q&A <\/td><\/tr>
                            14.45 \u2013 15.30 <\/td>45 <\/td>Session 3 \u2014 Hands-on #1: Classification Fundamentals <\/td>Import measurements; Turn on X-ray points; Select spectra & generate references; Database matching + Copy Data & Name; Color coding + reclassification; Reduce Unknowns <\/td><\/tr>
                            15.30 \u2013 15.15 <\/td>45 <\/td>Session 4 \u2014 Hands-on #2: Outputs & Interpretation <\/td>Generate outputs: Modal mineralogy + charts; Calculated assay + elemental distribution; Grain size \/ mineral grain size; Liberation\/locking\/association (industry notes) <\/td><\/tr>
                            16.15 \u2013 16.35 <\/td>20 <\/td>Session 5 \u2014 Advanced Tools + Wrap-up <\/td>Elemental mapping quick exercise; TMQ introduction; Batch processing overview; QA\/QC checklist & common mistakes; Final Q&A + next steps <\/td><\/tr>
                            16.35 \u2013 16.45 <\/td>10 <\/td>Closing & Group Photo <\/td>\u202fClosing remarks; Group photo <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                            *tentative agenda<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Registration<\/strong>:\u202fhttps:\/\/workshop.geothermal.itb.ac.id\/2026\/registration\/<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Price\u202f<\/strong> 
                            Local Participants\u202f 
                            -\u202fLocal Company:\u202fIDR\u202f500,000\u202f 
                            -\u202fLocal Univ.\/Gov.\/Public:\u202fIDR 450,000\u202f 
                            -\u202fLocal Student:\u202fIDR 350,000\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Overseas Participants\u202f 
                            -\u202fOverseas Company:\u202fUSD\u202f35 
                            -\u202fOverseas Univ.\/Gov.\/Public:\u202fUSD\u202f30 
                            -\u202fOverseas Student:\u202fUSD\u202f20 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Contact Person<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                            Hussein\u00a0<\/strong>+62 851 6186 2399\u00a0
                            Izha\u00a0<\/strong>+62 822 8338 7663\u00a0
                            Akbar\u00a0<\/strong>+62 821 4488 0227<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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