MJRH-MINEN v.2 Mining Engineering Major (BEng Hons)
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.
Mining engineers are responsible for the planning, design, and operation of a mine. 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, surveying, 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.
Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and is accredited by Engineers Australia. After a set period of practical experience in the industry, graduates can apply to the Department of Mines and Petroleum in Western Australia to sit for examinations, qualifying them for various statutory Certificates of Competency (First Class Mine Manager and Underground Supervisor, Quarry Manager).
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Well qualified applicants lacking prerequisites may still be considered. The Enabling Course in Science and Engineering may be used as a pathway into the science course in mining and science students may transfer to engineering after satisfactory performance during their first year at university. Two intakes are offered each year for domestic students, in February and July, but because availability of some units is limited to specific semesters those students commencing mid-year might need to study part-time for one or more semesters and usually will not be able to complete the major within the expected time to complete. There is February intake only for international students. For more information, please contact the WA School of Mines for enrolment assistance. 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.
Specific Course Completion Details
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.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply scientific, engineering and technological principle to mine development projects
2. think critically and creatively to generate innovative solutions and apply logical and rational processes to analyse mine feasibility studies
3. access, evaluate and synthesise mine planning and design information from multiple sources
4. communicate in ways appropriate to the discipline of mining engineering, using the written word and oral presentations
5. apply information technologies and mining software tools to conduct mine feasibility studies
6. demonstrate responsibility and self learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
7. describe mining in the global environment and apply best practice standards in mining methods and technologies
8. demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
9. work in accordance with professional standards and demonstrate responsibility towards the broader community; work in teams
Duration and Availability
This major is available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa. Two intakes are offered each year, in February and July. The first year of this course is only offered at the Bentley campus. Second year is available at Bentley or Kalgoorlie Campus. Mid year entry students must attend Kalgoorlie campus for their second year. The final two years of this major are available only at the Kalgoorlie campus.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| ENGR2000 | v.2 | Fluid Mechanics | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL2010 | v.1 | Geology for Resource Engineers | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| STAT1003 | v.1 | Introduction to Data Science | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE2005 | v.1 | Mine Economics | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| PRRE2005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Mineral Processing | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE2006 | v.1 | Introduction to Mining and Digital Applications | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SPAT2011 | v.2 | Mine Surveying and Geo-Informatics | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| MINE3009 | v.2 | Mining and Sustainability | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3004 | v.1 | Mining Geomechanics | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3012 | v.1 | Mining Methods | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3010 | v.1 | Resource Estimation | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| MINE3006 | v.1 | Mine Planning | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3008 | v.1 | Mine Ventilation | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE3003 | v.2 | Rock Excavation | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| ENGR4000 | v.1 | Engineering Industry Research Project 1 | 1.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4011 | v.1 | Mine Automation & New Technologies | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4009 | v.1 | Mine Geotechnical Engineering | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| MINE4004 | v.2 | Mine Design and Feasibility | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENGR4001 | v.1 | Engineering Industry Research Project 2 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| MINE4006 | v.1 | Mine Management | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
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