306908 v.2 Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Environmental Engineering)
BEng(Curtin), BEng(Hons)(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 056847A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
4 Years
Introduction
This course offers a comprehensive training in environmental engineering for the mining industry. The Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) is a principal provider of graduates for the mining industry and has a long history of success in providing employment for its graduates. This course is unique to WASM in its focus on mine site environmental engineering. It is multidisciplinary and appeals to those intending to work in teams and with the community in finding environmentally responsible solutions to important engineering problems that face the global mining industry. It also includes aspects of mining engineering, geology, mineral processing, biological sciences and environmental engineering and has an emphasis on mine site planning, rehabilitation and environmental management.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Applicable Mathematics and Chemistry. Well-performed candidates without one of the prerequisite subjects may be accepted and required to undertake bridging programs.
Specific Requirements
Students will be required to complete an approved first aid course at their own cost prior to being eligible for the award. In order to be adequately trained as a professional engineer, it is mandatory the student undertakes 12 weeks of relevant practical experience during the course. This is normally achieved during summer and mid-year vacation periods. The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course but may be used to demonstrate English competence requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. The first two and a half years of the course must be studied at the Bentley campus, while the final one and a half years must be studied at the Kalgoorlie campus.
Professional Recognition
This course has been accorded full recognition by Engineers Australia, exempting graduates from all academic requirements for corporate membership. To qualify for corporate membership of Engineers Australia, a graduate also requires a minimum of four years approved experience following the award of the Bachelor of Engineering degree. This course has been accorded full recognition by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this course are likely to be involved in mine site rehabilitation, the management of tailings dams, mine planning, environmental impact statements and the management and reporting of mine site environmental requirements. After a suitable period of employment in this industry, these professionals may move into head office positions, become senior consultants or work with government agencies or other industries that face similar environmental problems.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. Some costs are required for associated field trips. A requirement for graduation is the successful completion of a Senior First Aid certificate, the cost of which participants are expected to pay.
Further Information
For further information see WASM's website: www.wasm.curtin.edu.au or telephone (free call) 1800 688 377.
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 | |||||
| 1756 | v.7 | Plant Biology 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303095 | v.1 | WASM Chemistry 151 | 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 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11313 | v.4 | WASM Economics 182 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 1764 | v.8 | Ecology 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302531 | v.1 | Computer Aided Mapping 182 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303136 | v.1 | WASM Engineering Physics 132 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303142 | v.1 | WASM Mathematics 132 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11310 | v.4 | WASM Geology 111 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11555 | v.2 | WASM Thermofluids 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 | |
| 8974 | v.8 | Australian Flora 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 301160 | v.3 | Environmental Impact Assessment 302 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 303146 | v.1 | WASM Mechanics of Solids 232 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 304309 | v.3 | WASM Mine Surveying and Mapping 242 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 3496 | v.6 | Geology 312 - Environmental Geology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9506 | v.5 | Resource Management 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10423 | v.4 | Remote Sensing and Image Processing 281 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302056 | v.3 | Community Restoration 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305358 | v.1 | Geology 361 - Hydrogeology Engineering Geology | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305543 | v.2 | Sustainable Production and Consumption 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 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 | |
| 303176 | v.1 | WASM Regolith Geology 312 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 306905 | v.1 | WASM Surface Water Hydrology 332 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 310055 | v.1 | WASM Mine Ventilation 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310598 | v.1 | WASM Geographical Information Systems 342 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 303154 | v.3 | WASM Mining Geomechanics 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306906 | v.1 | WASM Environmental Engineering 431 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309990 | v.1 | WASM Mining Research Project 431 | 1.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309994 | v.1 | WASM Mining Systems 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 306907 | v.1 | WASM Management of Arid Environments 432 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309989 | v.1 | WASM Mining Research Project 432 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 309995 | v.1 | WASM Mine Planning 332 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310056 | v.1 | WASM Mine Management 432 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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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