312269 v.1 Mining Technology Major

Introduction

This course provides a wide range of opportunities in the Resources Industry. This Major provides specific skills required at Surface Mining Operations. Graduates typically find employment in Australia and overseas, with exploration and mining companies,consultants, and government departments involved with the World Resources Industry. The first two years are offered at the Bentley campus. The Major in Mining Technology is offered at the Kalgoorlie Campus.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Discrete mathematics or its equivalent. TER : 70 or equivalent.

Specific Requirements

Stat elements considered are E and Q.

Duration and Availability

The course is three years full-time or equivalent part time study.

Course Organisation

The first two years of this course has a multidisciplinary approach by offering core units from geology, mining, GIS and geophysics, together with traditional science and mathematics units. Units in communication skills and mining and society provide strength in communication and cultural awareness. The third year provides a Major to specialise in Surface Mining Operations. Students are encouraged to seek relevant work experience during their summer vacation periods to gain practical experience in the Resource Industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the course will normally be employed in the Resources Industry, in a variety of fields and at various levels of responsibility. Career opportunities have been consistently strong, but are subject to cyclical events.

Further Information

For further information contact the Western Australian School of Mines on freecall telephone: 1800 688 3777, or email: wasmadmin@curtin.edu.au or website: www.wasm.curtin.edu.au

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 3 Semester 1
303154	v.4	Mining Geomechanics 331	5.0	25.0
309994	v.2	Mining Systems 331	4.0	25.0
310052	v.2	Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining 331	5.0	25.0
311881	v.1	Resource Estimation 331	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
303150	v.3	Rock Breakage 332	4.0	25.0
309995	v.2	Mine Planning 332	5.0	25.0
310000	v.2	Surface Mining Systems 432	4.0	25.0
311692	v.1	Mine Finance and Economics 232	5.0	25.0
				100.0