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Course Level

Graduate Diploma

CRICOS

003967J

Graduate Diploma in Mining

Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications. 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 positions in the mining industry, both operational and management, in both open-pit and underground work and partially satisfies the admission criteria for the postgraduate Master of Engineering Science (Mining) study. Students who intend to submit this course award in support of any application towards a State recognised qualification in Mining should confirm the suitability of the course and core units directly with the relevant State Authority prior to enrolment

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Curtin Kalgoorlie

Full-time - 1 years

$33,166
N/A

Designed for

Personnel outside the discipline of mining engineering

Structure

Credit Points: 200

Subjects

  • MINE5005 Applied Geomechanics for Mining
  • GEOL5010 Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology
  • MINE5008 Responsible Mining
  • MINE5009 Mining Methods and Processes
  • MINE5011 Advanced Resource Modelling and Estimation
  • MINE5003 Rock Excavation Technology
  • MINE5004 Underground Mine Ventilation
  • ECON6008 Natural Resources Economics
  • MINE6029 Mining Project Management and Operational Readiness
  • MINE5002 Mine Systems Engineering
  • MINE6025 Open Pit Mine Planning and Design Project

Entry requirements

  • Specifically, applicants require a bachelor degree in applied geology or civil/geological/geotechnical engineering from a recognised institution. Some industrial experience is preferred. Candidates with a recognised bachelor degree in surveying or mechanical/metallurgical engineering OR a qualification equivalent to AQF Associate Degree in applied geology or civil, geological or geotechnical engineering, plus relevant industrial experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Postgraduate Course Coordinator.

Study Pathways

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. This course is an exit award of the Master of Engineering Science (Mining).