307030 v.1 Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Civil Construction)

Introduction

Mining engineers are responsible for the design, planning and operation of mines. The course provides 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 people and resources. More detailed knowledge in the areas of structural engineering, construction technology and water engineering is acquired in the Bachelor of Science (Civil Construction), which provides a more rigorous background in civil technology than would otherwise be obtained in the mining engineering degree.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Applicable Mathematics, Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. Well-performed candidates without some of these subjects may be admitted but will need to complete appropriate bridging and special course units as prescribed.

Specific Requirements

A certificate of successful completion of an approved course in first aid is required before the degree will be awarded. 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.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

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

Course Organisation

Mining Engineers require a sound understanding of a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines. Consequently, this course starts out by developing skills and understanding in the fundamental aspects of engineering, such as engineering statics,engineering dynamics, engineering mathematics, applied geology, probability and statistics, thermodynamics, and fluid and solid mechanics. Economics and finance are also studied in the early stages of the course, but developed further later in the course. More advanced general engineering units include core aspects of electrical, mechanical and civil engineering, and their application in mine design, planning, development and operations. The civil construction component of the double degree course provides more advanced education in the areas of structural engineering, construction engineering and water engineering, which provide the engineer with excellent skills in and understanding of civil engineering and construction technology. This offers additional expertise for those engineers who become involved in mine development and construction management. The more advanced topics in the mining component of the course include surface and underground mining methods and mine design, drilling and blasting rock.

Professional Recognition

This course is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and some overseas institutions and is accredited by the Institution of Engineers, Australia. Graduates, after a set period of time in industry, may apply to the Department of Minerals and Energy Western Australia, to sit for examinations qualifying them for an Underground Supervisors Certificate, Quarry Managers Certificate and for a Mine Managers Certificate of Competency.

Career Opportunities

Demand for civil and construction engineers remains strong. Employment for graduates is mainly with federal, state or municipal authorities, consulting engineers, large contractors and/or specialist subcontractors. Many graduates find work interstate or overseas.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

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.

^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.

Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: January 28, 2005
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