科廷科技大学

Mining continues to enrich many communities in Australia and around the world. Mining professionals help plan and direct the extraction of minerals, petroleum and natural gas from the Earth.

In this course you will study mining methods, rock mechanics, geology and mine planning. You’ll develop the skills necessary to work with mining engineers in the exploitation of minerals from underground or open-pit mines, safely and economically.

Your first year will be taught in Perth, the second year in either Perth or Kalgoorlie, and your final year in Kalgoorlie, which can help you maximise your exposure to industry and potential future employers.

Professional recognition

This course meets the education requirements of the Western Australian Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety for certification as an underground or open-pit mine supervisor. You will also meet the educational requirements for the quarry manager’s certificate of competency.

It is also recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

Career information

Careers

Engineering consultant
Mine manager
Mine ventilation officer
Mining engineer
Mining company director

Industries

Mining and resources

What you'll learn

Apply scientific, engineering and technological principles to mine development projects
Think critically and creatively to generate innovative solutions and apply logical and rational processes to analyse mine feasibility studies
Access, evaluate and synthesise mine planning and design information from multiple sources
Communicate in ways appropriate to the discipline of mining engineering, using the written word and oral presentations
Apply information technologies and mining software tools to conduct mine feasibility studies
Demonstrate responsibility and self-learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
Describe mining in the global environment and apply best practice standards in mining methods and technologies
Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
Work in accordance with professional standards and demonstrate responsibility towards the broader community; work in teams