177299 v.8 Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 003875B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
This course combines a comprehensive background in geological principles with a practical emphasis on mineral, petroleum and groundwater resources and their environmental management. It is designed to produce career-ready professionals trained to discover new resources, and develop and manage these resources in an environmentally responsible manner.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
At least Mathematics 2C/2D or TEE Mathematics subject
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and V and Q.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is three years' full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
The first year of the course is multidisciplinary in approach and involves the study of materials and processes essential for the development of geological concepts, as well as the role of measurement in geology and mapping. The areas of study include crystallography, mineralogy, petrology, palaeontology and structural geology. Relevant aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics and computing are studied as well as an English unit to improve oral and written communication skills. In subsequent years, processes and results are studied in sedimentology, stratigraphy, historical geology, tectonophysics, geodynamics, petrogenesis, ore genesis and geomorphology. Advanced techniques in geological measurement and mapping include geostatistics, surveying, geology and field geology. Economic and resource aspects of geology are covered in the study of engineering geology, energy resources, marine and environmental geology, hydrogeology, and exploration geochemistry and geophysics. There are two field camps in each of second and third year. The camps in third year are of 16 days duration and are usually conducted in May and September. There are three third year streams: exploration/applied geology, environmental geology and hydrogeology/engineering geology.
Professional Recognition
The Australian Institute of Geoscientists, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Geological Society of Australia accept graduates for membership. The degree has been accredited by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Students are required to pay for their own food while on field camps.
Further Information
For further information about the program, contact The Department of Applied Geology on telephone: (08) 9266 7968, email: geology@curtin.edu.au or visit our website: www.geology.curtin.edu.au. See also Geographic Information Science/Applied Geology (double degree).
Special Note
The Environmental Geology Stream and the Hydrogeology/Engineering Geology Stream are not available each year and are dependent on sufficient numbers. Please contact the Head, Applied Geology for permission to undertake one of these streams.
Combined Degree Information
Applied Geology may be combined with Commerce, Environmental Biology, Geographic Information Science, Geophysics.
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.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 12165 | v.2 | Mathematics 133 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 304741 | v.2 | Physics 115 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 312241 | v.2 | Geoscience Communication 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7031 | v.5 | Geology 101 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312242 | v.1 | Evolving Earth Systems and Palaeontology 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312243 | v.1 | Geoscience, Environment and Society 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7032 | v.5 | Geology 102 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7230 | v.6 | Chemistry 181 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7039 | v.5 | Chemistry 101 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 312244 | v.1 | Mineralogy and Geochemistry 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312247 | v.1 | Sedimentology and Stratigraphy 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9768 | v.8 | Structural Geology 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9770 | v.9 | Field Geology Techniques 291 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312248 | v.1 | Igneous Petrology 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312260 | v.1 | Introduction to Geophysical Mineral Exploration Methods 243 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8015 | v.8 | Metamorphic Petrology 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9776 | v.9 | Geological Field Mapping 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11916 | v.3 | Basin Analysis and Energy Resources 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305358 | v.2 | Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9780 | v.6 | Field Mapping of Sedimentary Basins 391 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9782 | v.7 | Ore Deposits 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11917 | v.3 | Tectonics and the Dynamic Earth 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312253 | v.1 | Regolith Geology and Mineral Exploration 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3496 | v.8 | Environmental Geoscience 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9784 | v.6 | Geology Mapping Project 392 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | 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.
