Graduate Diploma of Mine Ventilation

UNSW Sydney

Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00098G

This highly flexible program is delivered in a predominantly distance-based format. It provides professional development in mine ventilation and the environment for mining engineers and others who work in the industry. The program covers the needs of the metalliferous and coal-mining sectors. This program is based on a theoretical and operational perspective, and the aim is that the course content will be immediately relevant to the industry. As this is a professional development course, it is vitally important that the student is working at a real mine site because assessments are geared to practical evaluation of mine ventilation systems.

Designed for

Mining engineers and other mining personnel

Structure

This program requires a total of 48 UOC. The program consists of eight (8) core courses. The program structure consists of two disciplinary and six advanced disciplinary courses. All of the courses are at postgraduate level.

Subjects

  • Mine ventilation

Standard entry requirements

  • Relevant industry experience or access to an underground mine is essential. Entry is considered based on portfolio supporting the application, including details of relevant industry experience. An entry interview may be required. In addition the following entry requirements apply: a minimum of 3 years mining experience in a responsible position AND a Deputy's certificate, Undermanager's certificate or Mine Manager's certificate, or Mine Surveyor's certificate
  • Or a 3 or 4 year degree in Mining Engineering with a credit average in the last 2 years of the degree AND at least 1 year experience in underground in coal or metal mining
  • A 3 or 4 year degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (with a credit average in the last 2 years of the degree) AND at least 2 year experience in underground in coal or metal mining
  • Or by written permission of the Program Authority. A portfolio is also required to support the application.

Recognition

Accredited programs offered by UNSW for the appointment of Statutory Coal Mine Ventilation Officers in both NSW and Queensland can be taken as options in the Diploma.

Study pathways

Students with at least four years of relevant responsible industry experience and vocational certificates may gain entry with permission based on portfolio and interview.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Kensington No

Further information

International students who qualify for entry and have access to an underground mine are accepted.

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