171910 v.7 Bachelor of Science (Mining)

Introduction

Mining engineers are responsible for the design, planning and operation of a mine. Many responsibilities are defined by law. 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, 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 both people and resources.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Applicable Mathematics and Physics.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and Q. A certificate of successful completion of an approved course in first aid is required before the degree will be awarded.

Note

Selection is based primarily on attainment in TEE subjects. Well qualified applicants lacking prerequistes may still be considered. The Associate Degree may be used as a pathway into the science course and science students may transfer to engineering after satisfactory performance at university.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. The Bachelor of Engineering is four years full-time duration, or equivalent part-time study. The first two years of this course are available at either the Bentley or Kalgoorlie Campuses. The final year is available only at Kalgoorlie Campus.

Course Organisation

During the course students are required to obtain a minimum of 12 weeks of approved industrial experience. A written report must be presented based on this experience. Students who perform well in the first or second years of the course may be allowed to transfer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering).

Professional Recognition

Graduates, after a set period of time in industry, can apply to the Department of Industry and Resources Western Australia, to sit for examinations qualifying them for an Underground Supervisors Certificate or Quarry Managers Certificate.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study. Some costs are required for associated field trips. A requirement for graduation is the successful completion of a Senior First Aid certificate which participants are expected to pay.

Availability

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.