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Graduate Diploma of Mining
Program Code: EQ4
CRICOS Code: 085622M
Master of Mining Engineering
Program Code: EM9
CRICOS Code: 058663D
1800 811 711 [email protected] www.federation.edu.au
CRICOS Provider No. 00103D
Faculty of Science and Technology
2018 Program Handbook
About Federation University Australia…
Welcome to Federation University Australia. We are proudly regional in focus, national in scope and international in reach.
Who should you know…
Greg You
Greg is the program coordinator for the Graduate Diploma of Mining and Master of Mining Engineering. Speak with him for academic advice on subject selection, credit transfer requests, special considerations etc.
+61 3 5327 9136 [email protected] Office Y221
Student HQ
The Student HQ provides support to you in person, online or over the phone. It is one central location on each campus where you can visit to get any assistance you need relating to your studies. Speak with your Student HQ for administrative advice on the application process, enrolment issues, leave from studies etc.
1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864)
[email protected] Mt Helen: Ground floor of T Building Gippsland: Room 242, Building 2W
Faculty of Science and Technology Mt Helen Campus
Federation University Australia PO Box 663
BALLARAT VIC 3353
Table of contents… 1 EQ4 Graduate Diploma of Mining.............................................................................. 4
1.1 Entry Requirements ........................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Credit Points ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Duration ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Program Overview ............................................................................................................. 4
1.5 Program Objectives ........................................................................................................... 5
1.6 Accreditation Status ........................................................................................................... 5
1.7 Program Delivery ............................................................................................................... 5
1.8 Student Support ................................................................................................................. 5
1.9 Program Structure .............................................................................................................. 6
1.10 Credit Transfer / Recognition of Prior Learning ............................................................. 6
1.10.1 Credit Transfer ............................................................................................................ 6
1.10.2 Recognition of Prior Experience .............................................................................. 6
2 EM9 Master of Mining Engineering .......................................................................... 7
2.1 Entry Requirements ........................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Credit Points ....................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Duration ............................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Program Overview ............................................................................................................. 7
2.5 Program Objectives ........................................................................................................... 7
2.6 Accreditation Status ........................................................................................................... 7
2.7 Program Delivery ............................................................................................................... 7
2.8 Student Support ................................................................................................................. 7
2.9 Program Structure .............................................................................................................. 8
2.10 Credit Transfer .................................................................................................................... 8
3 Progress Rules ........................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Intervention Counselling: .................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Unsatisfactory: .................................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Exclusion / Suspension: .................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Final Course Supplementary Assessment: .................................................................... 9
3.5 Term Commendation: ........................................................................................................ 9
4 Disputes ...................................................................................................................... 9
5 Course Summaries .................................................................................................. 10
Graduate Diploma of Mining / Master of Mining Engineering Handbook Faculty of Science and Technology, Mt Helen Campus, Federation University Australia
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1 EQ4 Graduate Diploma of Mining
1.1 Entry Requirements
The minimum requirement for entry to the program is a degree or diploma in an appropriate discipline
from an Australian tertiary institution. Equivalent overseas qualifications may be accepted.
A limited number of students with lesser qualifications but substantial industrial experience may also be
admitted.
The courses that make up this program are also available as short courses.
Candidates for admission to the program are eligible to seek advanced standing into the program, in
accordance with existing University regulations.
1.2 Credit Points
240 credit points
1.3 Duration
2 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
1.4 Program Overview
This is a vocationally orientated program that provides students with the knowledge and skills that
are necessary to obtain employment as an engineer and to be admitted as a Member with the Institution
of Engineers, Australia or the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. The program also serves
as a preparation for further graduate studies in technology, business administration and other areas.
The applied design theme has a distinctive industry focus targeting the mineral industry, as well as
service-oriented private professional consultancy.
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1.5 Program Objectives
The program aims to:
equip participants with a relevant coherent body of knowledge and provide them with a theoretical and practical understanding of mining.
produce ethical and professional graduates with well-developed communication, teamwork and problem solving skills, who understand and engage with the social, environmental, and economic development of their communities.
ensure that graduates exhibit the following characteristics, stipulated by Engineers Australia, that satisfy Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies:
• ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals to broadly-defined problems and technology practice within the mining industry
• ability to search for and critically assess information relevant to mining engineering
• apply mathematical, numerical and computing techniques relevant to mining engineering
• in-depth technical competence in mining engineering;
• understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities associated with the application of technologies and appreciation of the principles of sustainability within the mining industry;
• ability to communicate effectively within the technical circles on mine sites as well as the community at large and other stakeholders;
• ability to function effectively as an individual and within teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member;
• ability to manage mining projects, with an awareness of business and financial principles;
• commitment to safe, ethical and legal working practice and professional conduct; and
• appreciation of the importance of undertaking lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
1.6 Accreditation Status
As a postgraduate program, the Graduate Diploma of Mining is not accredited by Engineers Australia or
the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
1.7 Program Delivery
Two years full-time or part-time equivalent, on campus in a block mode form or remotely via online
delivery. It is administered from the Mt Helen campus.
1.8 Student Support
The University has a wide range of student learning support facilities in place as described at
http://federation.edu.au/current-students#Assistance_support_and_services
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1.9 Program Structure
Students must complete 16 courses, as detailed below. The bridging courses ideally should be
completed first, unless you have received credit for these. They may be taken concurrently with the 5000
level subjects where availability or pre-requisite issues dictate. All other courses may be taken in the
order that best suits your study availability.
Bridging courses
MATHS1001Modelling and Change (Introductory Level)
MATHS1005Secrets of the Matrix
ENGIN1002 Engineering Physics
SCGEO1103 Planet Earth or MGGGC5101 Geology for Engineers or equivalent
Remaining courses
ENMIN 5150 Company Economics and Finance
ENMIN 5020 Mine safety and Environmental Engineering
ENMIN 5021 Mine Surveying
ENMIN 5130 Underground Production Systems
ENMIN 5018 Surface Mining Operations and Equipment
ENMIN 5160 Rock Mechanics Applications
ENMIN 5140 Materials Handling and Hoisting
ENMIN 5023 Mine Ventilation
ENMIN 5100 Mine Power Supply and Drainage
ENMIN 5110 Production Drilling and Blasting
ENMIN 5120 Tunnelling and Mine Development
ENMIN7010 Mine Planning and Scheduling
Brief course outlines are provided in Appendix 1, full course outlines detailing the objectives, content and
assessment are provided online: http://federation.edu.au/faculties-and-schools/faculty-of-science-and-
technology/student-resources/course-outlines.
All courses are available for study by current Federation University Australia students as electives, with
the approval of the relevant program coordinators, and by non-Federation University Australia students
as single non-award study courses.
1.10 Credit Transfer / Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning will be given according to the current University Credit
Regulations. . For this program the maximum number of exemptions permitted will normally be eight 15-
credit point courses.
1.10.1 Credit Transfer
Studies used as the basis for claims for advanced standing must normally be graduate studies
and must not have been used to meet the requirements of another award. They will normally
have been completed within a period of five years prior to the date of application for advanced
standing.
1.10.2 Recognition of Prior Experience
As well as recognising credit for previous studies the University also has a policy of recognition
of prior learning (RPL). Students wishing to discuss possible RPL with the Discipline Coordinator
should do so prior to, or at enrolment.
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2 EM9 Master of Mining Engineering
2.1 Entry Requirements
Completion of three or four year degree in Mining Engineering, or a Graduate Diploma of Mining from
FedUni, the WA School of Mines or the University of New South Wales
2.2 Credit Points
180 credit points
2.3 Duration
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
2.4 Program Overview
The program allows for the flexible delivery of advanced subjects in the area of Mining Engineering to
enable working Engineers to understand advanced concepts, and to develop skills in applying these
concepts in the mining industry. The program is designed to provide advanced education across a range
of mining engineering subjects and not to focus on a single area of study
2.5 Program Objectives
Upon successfully completing this program, students should be able to:
• Explain fundamental Engineering concepts at an advanced level in selected Mining industry areas;
• Describe and explain technical systems in a wide range of Mining Engineering applications;
• Apply the visualisation of three-dimensional space to the solution of Mining Engineering design
problems;
• Perform research and development tasks.
• Appreciate the responsibilities of Mining Engineers in relation to the environment and sustainable
development.
2.6 Accreditation Status
The program is not accredited by Engineers Australia or the Australasian Institute of Mining and
Metallurgy as it is a postgraduate program.
2.7 Program Delivery
One and a half years full-time or part-time equivalent on campus in a block mode form, or remotely
via online delivery. It is administered from the Mt Helen campus.
2.8 Student Support
The University has a wide range of student learning support facilities in place as described at
http://federation.edu.au/current-students#Assistance_support_and_services
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2.9 Program Structure
Students must complete a research project comprising the following three courses:
ENCOR 4010 Research Project 1 – Research Methodology
ENCOR 7020 Research Project 2
ENCOR 7030 Research Project 3
Students must also complete 8 elective courses taken from the following list:
ENMIN 5100 Mine Power Supply & Drainage
ENMIN 5110 Production Drilling & Blasting
ENMIN 5120 Tunnelling & Mine Development
ENMIN 5130 Underground Production Systems
ENMIN 5140 Materials Handling & Hoisting
ENMIN 5150 Company Economics & Finance
ENMIN 5160 Rock Mechanics Applications
ENMIN 5017 Ore Reserve Estimation
ENMIN 5018 Surface Mining Operations & Equipment
ENMIN 5020 Mine Safety & Environmental Engineering
ENMIN 5021 Mine Surveying
ENMIN 5023 Mine Ventilation
ENMIN 7010 Mine Planning and Scheduling
ENMIN 7020 Advanced Mine Ventilation
ENMIN 7030 Advanced Rock Mechanics
ENMIN 7040 Advanced Rock Breakage
ENMIN 7050 Mine Environment Engineering
All courses are available for study by current Federation University Australia students as electives, with
the approval of the relevant program coordinators, and by non-Federation University Australia students
as single non-award study courses.
2.10 Credit Transfer
Credit transfer will be given according to the current University Credit Regulations. For this program
the maximum number of exemptions permitted will normally be four 15-credit point courses. Studies
used as the basis for claims for advanced standing must normally be graduate studies and must not have
been used to meet the requirements of another award. They will normally have been completed within a
period of five years prior to the date of application for advanced standing.
Students who complete the Graduate Diploma of Mining with Federation University will typically receive credit for four elective courses into the Master of Mining Engineering.
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3 Progress Rules 3.1 Intervention Counselling:
Students that fail a course will be contacted via email and advised to contact their coordinator to seek
advice on how to address the issues that contributed to the result.
3.2 Unsatisfactory:
Students who fail in 50% or more of the courses in which they are enrolled in any semester will be
regarded as having unsatisfactory progress.
Any student who has not passed a course after two attempts will be regarded as having unsatisfactory
progress.
3.3 Exclusion / Suspension:
Following unsatisfactory progress, by failing in 50% or more of the courses in which a student is enrolled,
in two consecutive semesters, students will be asked to show cause why they should not be excluded
from the program. Unless a satisfactory response is received by the School Programs Committee the
student may be excluded from the program for a period of up to two years.
Any student who has not passed a course after three attempts may be excluded from the program for a
period of up to two years.
3.4 Final Course Supplementary Assessment:
Students who receive an MF grade in a course administered by the Faculty of Science and Technology
in their final Semester may apply to the Coordinator of Programs within 7 days of the publication of results
for supplementary assessment if that course is the only outstanding course required to complete the
degree. The highest grade attainable will be a Pass grade.
3.5 Term Commendation:
Students that achieve a grade of High Distinction (HD) in at least half of the courses they study in a
teaching period, receive nothing less than a Distinction (D) in the remaining courses in that teaching
period, and who are enrolled in at least 2 courses of their program in that teaching period, will receive a
letter of commendation from their School.
4 Disputes Any disputes will be resolved according to the regulations of the Federation University Australia. Students should familiarise themselves with the formal Student Grievance procedures for the University, available online: https://federation.edu.au/staff/governance/legal/grievances-and-complaints/student-grievances .
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5 Course Summaries
ENCOR1015 INTRODUCTORY MATHEMATICS
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: Nil
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (MATHS1000)
Credit Points: 15
This course allows students to see the relevance of mathematics in engineering practice. Various
concepts and techniques in elementary mathematics will be introduced/reviewed that will equip
students for further mathematical and engineering courses.
ENCOR1150 CALCULUS
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: (ENCOR1015 or MTHGC1020)
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (ENCOR1030 and ENCOR1140)
Credit Points: 15
This course introduces students to Elementary Calculus: including rates of change, differentiation and integration techniques for a range of functions;
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ENCOR2100 FLUIDS AND THERMOFLUIDS
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR1015
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (ENCOR2011)
Credit Points: 15
This course is an introduction to two important areas of engineering being fluid mechanics and
thermodynamics. All of the fundamental aspects of fluid mechanics including pressure measurement,
hydrostatics, continuity, momentum and energy equations will be covered. An introduction to
thermodynamics will also be provided and will cover the zeroth, first and second laws, and work and energy
analysis.
ENCOR4010 RESEARCH PROJECT 1 – RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: Nil
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (ENCOR7010)
Credit Points: 15
This course equips participants with advanced knowledge and deep understanding of the methodology
and procedure followed to design and conduct research projects. The course has been designed to
deliver graduates with highly developed analytical, critical and communication skills who can perform
autonomously, and who are fully qualified to readily engage in further learning and research endeavours.
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ENCOR7020 RESEARCH PROJECT II
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR4010
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: Nil
Credit Points: 15
This course is intended to monitor and assist students` progress in the second semester of their major
research project. Students will have to produce update submissions to highlight their progress and
demonstrate their advanced understanding of the topic being researched and their ability to synthesis
solutions and apply deep comprehension of theory to practice.
ENCOR7030 RESEARCH PROJECT III
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR4010
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: Nil
Credit Points: 15
In this course, students will have to submit a research thesis for examination. The thesis should
highlight their deep understanding of the topic being researched and their ability to synthesis solutions
and apply deep comprehension of theory to practice. The thesis should demonstrate advanced skills
to engage in research work and highly developed communication skills.
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ENMIN5017 ORE RESERVE ESTIMATION
Formerly: EG410
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015, ENCOR 1140, ENCOR 2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG410)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of ore reserve
estimation and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in this
course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining industry enabling
them to undertake professional or highly skilled work as a mining engineer and allow them to undertake
further study.
ENMIN5018 SURFACE MINING OPERATIONS & EQUIPMENT
Formerly: EG411
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR1015, ENCOR1140 & ENCOR2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG411)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of surface
mining and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in this
course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining industry
enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and allow them
to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5019 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN MINING
Formerly: EG412
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015, ENCOR 1140, ENCOR 2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG412)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies students to apply an intermediate body of knowledge in the area of computer aided
design in mining. Students will be able to apply a broad range of mining engineering concepts within the
area of surface and underground mine design. This course will enable the students to undertake
professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and will provide a platform for further studies.
ENMIN5020 MINE SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Formerly: EG413
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR1015, ENCOR1040 & ENCOR2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG413)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mine safety and
environmental engineering and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry.
Students enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within
the mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining
industry and allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5021 MINE SURVEYING
Formerly: EG414
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015, ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG414)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mine
surveying and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in
this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work as within the mining industry
and allow them to undertake further study.
ENMIN5023 MINE VENTILATION
Formerly: EG416
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR1015, ENCOR1140 & ENCOR2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG416)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mine
ventilation and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students
enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within
the mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the
mining industry and allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5100 MINE POWER SUPPLY & DRAINAGE
Formerly: EG401
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR1015, ENCOR1140 & ENCOR2100 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG401)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mine power
supply and drainage and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students
enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and
allow them to undertake further study.
ENMIN5110 PRODUCTION DRILLING & BLASTING
Formerly: EG402
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG402)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of drilling and
blasting in mining and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students
enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and
allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5120 TUNNELLING & MINE DEVELOPMENT
Formerly: EG403
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG403)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of
underground mine development and equips them with highly developed skills for research and
enquiry. Students enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of
contexts within the mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work
within the mining industry and allow them to undertake further study.
ENMIN5130 UNDERGROUND PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
Formerly: EG404
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG404)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of underground
mining and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in this
course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining industry
enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and allow
them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5140 MATERIALS HANDLING & HOISTING
Formerly: EG405
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG405)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of surface
and underground loading, haulage and hoisting and equips them with highly developed skills for
research and enquiry. Students enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge
to a range of contexts within the mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly
skilled work within the mining industry and allow them to undertake further study.
ENMIN5150 COMPANY ECONOMICS & FINANCE
Formerly: EG408
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG408)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mineral
economics and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in
this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and
allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN5160 ROCK MECHANICS APPLICATIONS
Formerly: EG409
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENCOR 1015 and ENCOR 1140 or equivalent prior learning
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EG409)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of rock and
soil mechanics and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students
enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the
mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining
industry and allow them to undertake further study
ENMIN7010 MINE PLANNING & SCHEDULING
Formerly: EK821
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENMIN 5018 and ENMIN 5130 or EG 411 and EG 404 or equivalent
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EK821)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of surface and
underground mining and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry.
Students enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts
within the mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the
mining industry and allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN7020 ADVANCED MINE VENTILATION
Formerly: EK822
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENMIN 5023 or EG 415 or EG 416 or equivalent
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EK822)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an advanced body of knowledge in the area of mine
ventilation and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled in
this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and
allow them to undertake further study
ENMIN7030 ADVANCED ROCK MECHANICS
Formerly: EK823
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENMIN 5160 or EG 409 or equivalent
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EK823)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply an highly advanced body of knowledge in the area of rock and
soil mechanics and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students enrolled
in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the mining
industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry and
allow them to undertake further study.
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ENMIN7050 MINE ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING
Formerly: EK825
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: Nil
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EK825)
Credit Points: 15
Student will develop a body of knowledge relating to environmental issues that can be caused by mining
operations and what can be done to either mitigate or remove the problems. Whilst engineering options
are a focus alternative techniques are also discussed.
ENMIN7040 ADVANCED ROCK BREAKAGE
Formerly: EK824
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: ENMIN 5110 or EG 402 or equivalent
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (EK824)
Credit Points: 15
This course qualifies participants to apply a highly advanced body of knowledge in the area of drilling
and blasting in mining and equips them with highly developed skills for research and enquiry. Students
enrolled in this course will be able to apply the body of knowledge to a range of contexts within the
mining industry enabling them to undertake professional or highly skilled work within the mining industry
and allow them to undertake further study.
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SCGEO1102 EARTH SCIENCES
Formerly: SX511
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: Nil
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: (SX511)
Credit Points: 15
The main objective is to introduce students to the science and terminology of modern geology, which
addresses concepts such as the formation of Earth, the Solar System and Universe; rocks and minerals;
and the dynamic systems that shape the Earth's surface (i.e. Plate Tectonics, volcanoes, and weathering).
MGGGC5101 GEOLOGY FOR ENGINEERS
Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Science and Technology
Program Level:
AQF Level of Program
5 6 7 8 9 10
Level
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Pre-requisites: Nil
Co-requisites: Nil
Exclusions: Nil
Credit Points: 15
This unit introduces the aspects of applied geology that are essential to provide a wide basis for
understanding of later studies in engineering geology and geotechnical engineering. The unit builds from
the broad science of geology into a coherent grouping of knowledge and simple skills for future practical
needs like evaluating surface or in-pit stratigraphy and rock types; the likely disposition of rocks and their
presentation; plus key aspects of how rock masses will weather and erode in nature. Basic principles of
lithology, stratigraphy and structural geology are introduced and related to a geological map context.
Building upon this base, the breakdown of rocks and sediments, erosion, landform development including
simplest ideas of slope stability are introduced. This leads to an expanded consideration of rocks in an
engineering context and consideration of the effects of seismicity, groundwater and rheology on rock
mass performance and manipulation.