MC-METALG v.1 Master of Engineering Science (Metallurgy)
MEngSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 078760D
Registered full-time Duration:
2 Years
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This course provides graduates with detailed knowledge and understanding of core areas of mineral processing and extractive metallurgy, including specialised research project work and report writing. It is suitable to those who wish to gain specialist knowledge and skills in extractive metallurgy and for graduates currently working within the minerals industry who wish to significantly upgrade their metallurgical knowledge with a view to furthering their careers in this field. Accordingly, this course is offered as a part-time full fee paying course, as well as on a full-time basis. All 500 level units are available for external study.
Career Opportunities
Career paths for the extractive metallurgy specialists include in-house specialists in mining and chemical companies, consultants, academics and researchers. Graduates may obtain employment within these sectors or to further their current careers in extractive metallurgy within the minerals industry.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Minimum entry is a three year Australian recognised degree in extractive metallurgy or closely related discipline with a credit (65 per cent) average or above in the final year and at least two years of appropriate experience. Graduates with two years appropriate experience and a four year specialist extractive metallurgy degree or any three year degree and a Graduate Diploma in Metallurgy can expect up to 100 points credit for recognised learning. Applicants with other qualifications and experience may only be admitted with the consent of the appropriate senior academic.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Applicants holding a GradDipMetall(Curtin) or a Curtin BEng (Minerals Engineering), or equivalent, can expect 100 credit points of credit for recognised learning.
Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:
GD-METALG Graduate Diploma in Metallurgy
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
This course is structured so that the first year is essentially the Graduate Diploma program allowing students an exit award if necessary. The second year has some flexibility to allow students to match their educational background to their career aspirations in consultation with the Course Coordinator. The emphasis on research project work is consistent with the expected learning experience and outcomes at Masters level.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply extractive metallurgy knowledge, principles and concepts to the practice of the metallurgy profession including research at graduate level
2. demonstrate graduate level critical and creative thinking ability in the practice of the metallurgy profession
3. locate, evaluate and synthesise information and contextualise it to the practice of extractive metallurgy
4. use effective verbal and written communication at a professional practice level including appropriate sharing of professional information to a varied audience
5. evaluate and adopt appropriate metallurgical technologies for the benefit of the stakeholders
6. recognise that life-long and professional development activities are necessary to maintain currency in the application of metallurgical know-how and technologies
7. recognise and understand the need to apply and evaluate international best practice standards in the metallurgical workplace
8. recognise the impact and importance of cultural diversity in the implementation of metallurgical projects with a respect for cultural perspectives and practices
9. work in a professional and collaborative manner to meet ethical and legal responsibilities including those in relation to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices; adopt a leadership role as required
Duration and Availability
This full fee paying course is four semesters (2 years) full-time equivalent, available by part-time, external or full-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2015 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2015 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* 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.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| PRRE5000 | v.1 | Engineering Metallurgy | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE5003 | v.1 * | Mineral Processing Techniques- Comminution and Separation | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE5006 | v.1 | Process Control Techniques | 3.5 | 25.0 | |
| MINE5008 | v.1 | Responsible Mining | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| PRRE5005 | v.1 * | Hydrometallurgy Techniques | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE5004 | v.1 * | Mineral Processing Techniques- Flotation and Dewatering | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE5001 | v.1 | Process Mineralogy Techniques | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE5002 | v.1 | Pyrometallurgy Techniques | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| PRRE6002 | v.1 | Process Design Advanced | 2.5 | 50.0 | |
| PRRE6012 | v.1 | Metallurgy Research Project Extended | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| PRRE6004 | v.1 | Minerals Project | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MINE5006 | v.1 | Mine Management and Governance | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| PRRE6009 | v.1 | Mining and Metallurgy Research Literature Review | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL6001 | v.1 | Mineral Exploration | 8.5 | 12.5 | |
| MINE6020 | v.1 | Mining | 16.0 | 12.5 | |
| PRRE6011 | v.1 | Metallurgy Research Project Introduction | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE6010 | v.1 | Minerals Engineering Techniques | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| PRRE6003 | v.1 | Process Engineering Advanced | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
* These units have on-site laboratory requirements
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