科廷科技大学

Extractive metallurgists extract and purify metals and other products from ores obtained through mining operations. They have a strong understanding of chemistry, environmental science and mineralogy.

In this course you will learn to develop, optimise and manage the operation of metallurgical processing plants in an economical and environmentally responsible way. These plants transform low-value raw materials into useful, high-value mineral and metal products.

You will cover the chemical, physical, economic, environmental and sustainable principles and practices for the extraction of metals from ores.

Your first year of study will be at our main campus in Perth. Your second year will be in Perth or Kalgoorlie, and your final year will be in Kalgoorlie, which can help you maximise your exposure to industry and potential future employers.

Professional recognition

This course is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

Career information

Careers

Metallurgist
Plant metallurgist
Process metallurgist
Processing consultant

Industries

Banking and finance
Minerals and mining
Research and development

What you'll learn

Think critically and creatively to generate innovative solutions and apply logical an rational processes to analyse minerals and metallurgical technology practice
Access, evaluate and synthesise minerals and metallurgical information from multiple sources
Communicate in ways appropriate to the discipline of minerals engineering and metallurgy
Apply minerals and metallurgical scientific principles to metallurgical process operation
Use and apply technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations, when applied to minerals and metallurgical information
Demonstrate responsibility and self-learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
Describe and apply international best practice standards in minerals engineering and metallurgical methods and technologies
Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
Work ethically and professionally, both within a team and independently.