177610 v.9 Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering)

Introduction

Mining engineers are responsible for the planning, design, and operation of a mine. Management of underground mines is restricted to mining engineering graduates. These courses provide a comprehensive knowledge in a broad range of science and technology, including geology, surveying, electrical, civil and mechanical engineering, computing and environmental science, particularly those aspects concerned with conservation of the environment, health and safety, ventilation, pollution and management of people and resources.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Applicable Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry OR At least three of the following four: Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics :Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Engineering Studies 3A/3B is desirable.

Specific Requirements

A certificate of successful completion of an approved course in first aid is required before the degree will be awarded. During the course students are required to obtain a minimum of 12 weeks of approved industrial experience. A written report and a seminar must be presented based on this experience.

Note

Well qualified applicants lacking prerequisites may still be considered. The Enabling Course in Science and Engineering may be used as a pathway into the science course in mining and science students may transfer to engineering after satisfactory performance during their first year at university.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Engineering is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and is accredited by Engineers Australia. After a set period of practical experience in the industry, graduates can apply to the Department of Mines and Petroleum in Western Australia to sit for examinations, qualifying them for various statutory Certificates of Competency (First Class Mine Manager and Underground Supervisor, Quarry Manager).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials, including a personal computer. Some costs are required for associated field trips and completion of a Senior First Aid certificate.

Further Information

Students are not permitted to enrol in any fourth year units if they still have first year units to complete. For further information contact the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) on freecall telephone: 1800 688 377, email: wasmadmin@curtin.edu.au or visit our website: www.wasm.curtin.edu.au.

Combined Degree Information

Mining Engineering may be combined with Commerce, Extractive Metallurgy.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

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* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

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