MJRU-MINEN v.1 Mining Engineering Major (BEng Hons)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
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.
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 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.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Specifically, applicants require 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 Course Completion Details
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.
Course Entry/Completion 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. Two intakes are offered each year for domestic students, in February and July, but because availability of some units is limited to specific semesters those students commencing mid-year might need to study part-time for one or more semesters and usually will not be able to complete the major within the expected time to complete. There is February intake only for International students. For more information, please contact the WA School of Mines for enrolment assistance. A certificate of successful completion of an approved course in first aid is required before the degree will be awarded.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply scientific, engineering and technological principle to mine development projects
2. think critically and creatively to generate innovative solutions and apply logical and rational processes to analyse mine feasibility studies
3. access, evaluate and synthesise mine planning and design information from multiple sources
4. communicate in ways appropriate to the discipline of mining engineering, using the written word and oral presentations
5. apply information technologies and mining software tools to conduct mine feasibility studies
6. demonstrate responsibility and self learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
7. describe mining in the global environment and apply best practice standards in mining methods and technologies
8. demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
9. work in accordance with professional standards and demonstrate responsibility towards the broader community; work in teams
Duration and Availability
Two intakes are offered each year for domestic students, in February and July, but because availability of some units is limited to specific semesters those students commencing mid-year might need to study part-time for one or more semesters and usually will not be able to complete the major within the expected time to complete. There is February intake only for International students. For more information, please contact the WA School of Mines for enrolment assistance.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| MATH2006 | v.1 | Mathematics and Statistics | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE2000 | v.1 | Thermofluids | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE2001 | v.1 | Mining and Metallurgy | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL1000 | v.1 | Geological Principles | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| MINE2002 | v.1 | Mechanics of Solids | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL2002 | v.1 | Resource and Structural Geology | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE2002 | v.1 | Metallurgical Processes and Materials Handling | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SPAT2011 | v.1 | Mine Surveying and Geographic Information Systems | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| MINE3004 | v.1 | Mining Geomechanics | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3005 | v.1 | Mining Systems | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3010 | v.1 | Resource Estimation | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3009 | v.1 | Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| MINE3006 | v.1 | Mine Planning | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3008 | v.1 | Mine Ventilation | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3003 | v.1 | Rock Breakage | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4005 | v.1 | Surface Mining Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MINE3007 | v.1 | Underground Mining Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| MINE4002 | v.1 | Hard Rock Mine Design and Feasibility | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4009 | v.1 | Mine Geotechnical Engineering | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4007 | v.1 | Advanced Mine Ventilation | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MINE4008 | v.1 | Mine Asset Management and Services | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4000 | v.1 | Mining Research Project 1 | 1.5 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| MINE4004 | v.1 | Coal Mine Design and Feasibility | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4006 | v.1 | Mine Management | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4001 | v.1 | Mining Research Project 2 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3007 | v.1 | Underground Mining Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MINE4003 | v.1 | Advanced Mine Geotechnical Engineering | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MINE4005 | v.1 | Surface Mining Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
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: http://www.wasm.curtin.edu.au.
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