303281 v.2 Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy)

Introduction

This double degree equips students to work in a professional capacity in both mining engineering and extractive metallurgy areas of the minerals and energy industries, through a strategic alliance between the Western Australian School of Mines' Mining Engineering and Minerals Engineering programs. In the engineering degree students major in mining engineering. In the science degree, students major in the extraction of metals from their ores. 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. The course provides a comprehensive knowledge in a broad range of science and technology, particularly those aspects concerned with conservation of the environment, health and safety, ventilation, pollution and management of both people and resources. Extractive metallurgy requires a sound knowledge and understanding of chemistry and the principles of engineering, particularly chemical engineering. Metallurgists are involved in plant operations and control, management and research.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Calculus, Applicable Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics.

Specific Requirements

Students will be required to complete an approved first aid course prior to being eligible for course completion. In order to be adequately trained as a professional engineer, it is mandatory that the student undertake 12 weeks of relevant practical experience during the course. The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note

Well performed candidates without some of these prerequisite subjects may be admitted but will be required to complete appropriate bridging and special course units as prescribed.

Duration and Availability

This course is five years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

The first two years of the course may be undertaken either on the Bentley or Kalgoorlie Campus. The first six semesters focus particularly on mining engineering, semesters seven and eight focus on metallurgy and semesters nine and ten complete the mining engineering major. The professional years, three to five, are studied in Kalgoorlie.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Engineering is recognised by the Australisian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and is accredited by the Institution of Engineers, Australia. Graduates, after a set period of time in industry, cam apply to the Deparment of Industry and Resources (WA) to sit for examinations qualifying them for the various statutory Certificates of Competency (Underground Supervisor, Quarry Manager, and First Class Manager). Curtin Business School courses are designed wherever possible to conform to the membership standards of the relevant professional bodies with which students are likely to be associated after graduation.

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.