304168 v.3 Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy)

Introduction

Covers the development, design and operation of processes and plant for the extraction, conversion and recovery of materials. A great variety of process industries serve the needs of society. Among the more familiar are petroleum refining, gas processing, petrochemical and polymer production, fertiliser manufacture, cement and lime production, minerals and metals extraction and refining, paper and board manufacture, sugar refining, food processing, production of industrial and fine chemicals.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Applicable Mathematics and at least two out of TEE Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. OR at least three of the following four : Mathematics 3C/3D, Mathematics Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Engineering Studies 3A/3B desirable.Well-performed candidates without one of the prerequisite subjects may be accepted and required to undertake an additional program of preparatory studies.

Specific Requirements

STAT is not accepted for mature age entry but may be used to demonstrate English Competence requirements. Students are required to complete Senior First Aid training and provide evidence of it to the Faculty for graduation.

Note

In certain cases, the need to complete appropriate bridging and special course units may result in extension of studies beyond the regular five-year term.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

Students are based for the first three years at the Bentley Campus, for their fourth year at the Kalgoorlie Campus, and for the fifth year at the Bentley Campus (the year at Kalgoorlie Campus could be undertaken in the third year of the course). The opportunity to spend two semesters at a major regional centre for mineral processing and extractive metallurgy provides valuable experience for students.

Course Organisation

Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event, the relevant Head of Department shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree. The structure of Engineering, Science and Computing owned double degrees is such that students have the option of completing the component Engineering, Science or Computing degree in the minimum time, provided they elect to change from the double degree within the first two semesters of the course.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering has full recognition by Engineers Australia and the Institution of Chemical Engineers. To qualify for the grade of Corporate Member of these institutions, graduates are required to complete a minimum offour years approved experience following the award of the Bachelor of Engineering degree. Further information regarding membership of professional institutions can be obtained from the Department of Chemical Engineering, or from Engineers Australia or theInstitution of Chemical Engineers in Australia. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy recognises the science course for admission to membership. To satisfy requirements, students must complete at least 12 weeks or equivalent of exposure to professional practice. This requirement can be met by appropriate work experience. Students must demonstrate that they have met these requirements by using a formal log book to record their professional experiences during this period of their degree study.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Further Information

For more information contact the Career Consultant, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816, email careers@vesta.curtin.edu.au or visit our website www.scieng.curtin.edu.au.

Special Note

For details on the honours classes refer to the Curtin Policies website http://www.policies.curtin.edu.au/documents/honours_degrees_and_degrees_with_honours.doc

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.

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* 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.