180706 v.6 Graduate Diploma in Mining

GradDipMine(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 003967J
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course is designed for those outside the discipline of mining engineering who wish to become knowledgeable in the specialist skills of the mining industry and in particular become familiar with mining engineering methods. It prepares students for managerial responsibilities in the mining industry, operational management at both quarry and underground manager levels, and satisfies the entry requirements for the postgraduate study of mining engineering.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

At least a three year bachelor degree in geology, mine surveying, civil/mechanical engineering or physical science from a recognised institution. Some industrial experience is preferred.

Recognition of Prior Learning

No recognition of prior learning is considered for this course. The course will be structured to suit the individuals background.

Duration and Availability

This course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course can be taken on an external basis.

Course Organisation

Students will select 200 credits of course work to complement their educational background and career aspirations, after consultation with and approval by the course co-ordinator. In addition to the core units, optional units from the given list should be chosen in consultation with the course co-ordinator.

Career Opportunities

Career paths for the Graduate Diploma holders may include underground and/or open pit mining engineers, quarry managers, and other senior management positions once the necessary experience is gained. Graduates may obtain employment within these sectors or to further their current careers in mining engineering.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

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
304961	v.2	WASM Mining Geomechanics 531	5.0	25.0
310884	v.1	WASM Mine Design and Optimisation 531	2.0	25.0
310885	v.1	WASM Mining Systems 531	5.0	25.0
		SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
12585	v.3	WASM Mine Planning 532	5.0	25.0
304803	v.2	WASM Rock Breakage 532	5.0	25.0
304965	v.2	WASM Mine Management 532	5.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
				100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1			Hrs/Wk	Credit
12580	v.3	WASM Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining 531	5.5	25.0
308926	v.1	WASM Resource Estimation 511	3.0	12.5
310883	v.1	WASM Project Evaluation 511	3.0	12.5
310886	v.1	WASM Mining in a Global Environment 531	5.0	25.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2			Hrs/Wk	Credit
12579	v.3	WASM Underground Mining Systems 532	5.0	25.0
12583	v.3	WASM Surface Mining Systems 532	5.0	25.0
304959	v.2	WASM Mine Ventilation 532	5.0	25.0
310887	v.1	WASM Mine Design and Optimisation 532	2.0	25.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2008	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 1		Y
2008	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 1	Y
2008	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 2		Y
2008	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.