313967 v.1 Mining Geology Stream
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This stream combines studies of resource and field geology with mining systems and estimation to effectively explore, evaluate and extract mineral resources.
Career Opportunities
Those completing this stream will be prepared for direct employment in the mining industry or entry into an honours degree in geology.
Major/Stream Organisation
Duration and Availability
The stream is one year full time or equivalent part-time. The Mining Geology stream is only available at the Kalgoorlie campus.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 309994 | v.2 | Mining Systems 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311881 | v.1 | Resource Estimation 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313389 | v.1 * | Field Geology of Precambrian Terranes 391 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9782 | v.7 | Ore Deposits 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 314509 | v.1 | Mine Surveying and Geographic Information Systems 240 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309995 | v.2 | Mine Planning 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312253 | v.1 | Regolith Geology and Mineral Exploration 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9784 | v.6 * | Geology Mapping Project 392 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
* Field trips form an essential part of these units and attendance is compulsory.
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