308918 v.1 Graduate Diploma in Mineral Exploration Geoscience
GradDipMinExplGeoSc(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
Aimed at non-geologists who want to acquire a basic understanding of the processes and techniques used by geologists and others in exploring for and evaluating mineral deposits. Topics covered are - geological terminology, descriptions of orebodies, exploration techniques including geophysics and geochemistry, as well as drilling and resource estimation techniques.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A three-year degree from a recognised tertiary institution.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are encouraged from applicants and are assessed on an individual basis. Special consideration will be given to geoscience graduates with associate degrees or diplomas and several years of industry experience.
Duration and Availability
Available on a part-time basis externally only.
Course Organisation
First year units consists of an introduction to geological concepts and resource geology, with a field component on geology and maps. Also covers applied geochemistry, metallic mineral deposits and industrial minerals plus fossil fuels. Second year units introduce applied geophysics and resource estimation, and involve a second field-based unit, mining and exploration geology. The final year is composed mining industry project. Theoretical material will be delivered externally on CD ROM with support viaWebCT. The practical component will be delivered online, using mail-out kits and during field-based sessions.
Career Opportunities
Economics and accounting graduates taking this course may find employment with stockbroking firms specialising in commodities, or in resource company administration. Science and information technology graduates may be in a position to work in geology-related fields, given an anticipated shortfall in traditional geology graduates in coming years.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. Students are responsible for their own accommodation and food costs during field camps.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 308919 | v.1 | WASM Geological Concepts 511 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308920 | v.1 | WASM Resource Geology 511 | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308921 | v.1 | WASM Field Geology and Maps 517 | 40.0 | 12.5 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 308922 | v.1 | WASM Applied Geochemistry 512 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308923 | v.1 | WASM Metallic Mineral Deposits 512 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308924 | v.1 | WASM Industrial Minerals and Fossil Fuels 512 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 308925 | v.1 | WASM Applied Geophysics 511 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308926 | v.1 | WASM Resource Estimation 511 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308927 | v.1 | WASM Mining and Exploration Geology 511 | 40.0 | 12.5 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| 308928 | v.1 | WASM Mining Industry Project 512 | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2005 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | Y | |||
| 2005 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 2 | Y | 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.
Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: July 11, 2005
Curtin University of Technology, Perth CRICOS Provider Code 00301J
The Sydney Campus of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 02637B