171910 v.8 Bachelor of Science (Mining)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 003884A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
Mining engineers are responsible for the planning, design, 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, surveying, 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 during their first year 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 first two years of this course are available at either the Bentley or Kalgoorlie campuses. The final year is available only at the 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
After a set period of practical experience in the industry graduates 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, including a personal computer. Some costs are required for associated field trips and a Senior First Aid Certificate.
Further Information
The first two years of this course may be studied at either the Kalgoorlie (Code CKKSC) or Bentley (Code CUKSC) campuses. However, students are encouraged to study in Kalgoorlie to receive an earlier appreciation of the mining industry. The final professional year is only available at Kalgoorlie to maximise industry exposure and employment prospects. Students must nominate a discipline upon enrolment, but it is relatively easy to swap between the Mining and Extractive Metallurgy disciplines in the early years of study, since many subjects are common.
Combined Degree Information
Mining may be combined with Civil and Construction Engineering.
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 | |||||
| 11310 | v.4 | WASM Geology 111 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303138 | v.1 | WASM Mining and Metallurgy 131 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305668 | v.1 | WASM Chemistry 153 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305686 | v.2 | WASM Technical Mathematics 131 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11313 | v.4 | WASM Economics 182 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11317 | v.4 | WASM Resource Geology 112 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303136 | v.1 | WASM Engineering Physics 132 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303140 | v.1 | WASM Engineering Computing 132 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305688 | v.1 | WASM Technical Mathematics 132 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11555 | v.2 | WASM Thermofluids 251 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11572 | v.2 | WASM Electrical Engineering 231 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303113 | v.1 | WASM Materials Engineering 251 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305710 | v.1 | WASM Statistics 231 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 12.5 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12511 | v.2 | WASM Mining and Society 232 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 13473 | v.3 | WASM Mining and Metallurgical Processes 252 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303146 | v.1 | WASM Mechanics of Solids 232 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303148 | v.1 | WASM Operations Research 232 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303179 | v.1 | WASM Structural Geology 317 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 304309 | v.3 | WASM Mine Surveying and Mapping 242 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 303154 | v.3 | WASM Mining Geomechanics 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309994 | v.1 | WASM Mining Systems 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310044 | v.1 | WASM Resource Estimation 311 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 310052 | v.1 | WASM Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311214 | v.1 | WASM Project Evaluation 331 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303150 | v.2 | WASM Rock Breakage 332 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309995 | v.1 | WASM Mine Planning 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310055 | v.1 | WASM Mine Ventilation 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10253 | v.3 | WASM Mining Geophysics 311 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 12297 | v.2 | Geophysics 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302455 | v.2 | Geophysics 245 - Introduction to Mineral Methods | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 305706 | v.1 | WASM Mineralogy and Petrology 201 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 9771 | v.7 | Geology 201 - Mineralogy | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 309996 | v.1 | WASM Underground Mining Systems 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310000 | v.1 | WASM Surface Mining Systems 432 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | 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.
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