Courses Handbook 2006 - [Archived]

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


BEng(Curtin) or BEng(Hons)(Curtin), BSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 051613D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 5 Years

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 begins 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 provides the engineer with excellent skills in and understanding of civil engineering and construction technology. This offers additionalexpertise 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. After a set period of time in industry, graduates may apply to the Department ofMinerals 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 essential study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
11310 v.4   WASM Geology 111 5.0 25.0
303135 v.1   WASM Mathematics 131 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
  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
303142 v.1   WASM 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
305711 v.1   WASM Mathematics 231 3.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2
11560 v.2   WASM Mine Finance and Accounting 282 3.0 25.0
12511 v.2   WASM Mining and Society 232 3.0 12.5
13473 v.3   WASM Mining and Metallurgical Processes 252 5.0 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
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1
303150 v.2   WASM Rock Breakage 332 4.0 25.0
303152 v.1   WASM Surface Mining 331 5.0 25.0
303179 v.1   WASM Structural Geology 317 4.0 12.5
303474 v.1   WASM Resource Estimation and Mine Geology 311 5.0 25.0
304309 v.2   WASM Mine Surveying and Mapping 242/341 3.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2
11868 v.2   Civil Engineering Quality Control 464 3.0 12.5
302784 v.1   Structural Design 266 4.0 25.0
305930 v.1   Construction Technology 362 3.0 12.5
308807 v.1   Fluid Mechanics 230 4.0 25.0
308868 v.1   Structural Analysis 268 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 4 Semester 1
302789 v.1   Structural Design 365 5.0 25.0
302791 v.2   Water Engineering 361 5.0 12.5
308865 v.1   Structural Analysis 267 7.0 25.0
308866 v.1   Civil Engineering Materials 267 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   12.5
  100.0

Year 4 Semester 2
11553 v.2   WASM Materials Handling 352 5.0 25.0
303154 v.2   WASM Mining Geomechanics 331/332 5.0 25.0
303155 v.1   WASM Surface Mine Design 332 5.0 25.0
303156 v.1   WASM Underground Mining 332 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 5 Semester 1
12512 v.2   WASM Environmental Management 431 5.0 25.0
303157 v.1   WASM Engineering Projects and Practice 431 3.0 12.5
303158 v.1   WASM Mine Environment 431 5.0 25.0
  OR  
310176 v.1 * WASM Advanced Mine Ventilation 431 5.0 25.0
303159 v.1   WASM Slope Engineering 431 3.0 12.5
303160 v.1   WASM Underground Rock Mechanics 431 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 5 Semester 2
11897 v.2   WASM Mine Power and Plant 432 5.0 25.0
303161 v.2   WASM Mine Management and Safety 432 5.0 25.0
303162 v.1   WASM Underground Mine Design 432 5.0 25.0
9729 v.10   WASM Industrial Project 432 5.0 25.0
  100.0
* Commencing in 2007
 

Availability

Year Location   All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2006 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2006 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      
2006 Kalgoorlie Campus Semester 1   Y      
2006 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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