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HonoursCG23 - Associate Degree of Mine Technology (Specialisation)
CG23 - Associate Degree of Mine Technology (Specialisation)
At a GlanceInformation on where the program is available, duration, units of credit as well as contacts for further information.
Aims - StructureAn outline of the programs aims, objectives and outcomes, as well as information on the structure of the program.
Course PlansA detailed list of courses and electives required to complete the program.
Career Opportunities
Graduates would be expected to find employment in mining operations throughout Australia and the world. Mine technology associates specialise in either mining or mineral processing engineering.
They typically support Mining Engineers by:
- Planning various engineering aspects of extracting minerals;
- Costing & scheduling of production;
- Consult with engineers, geologists & production staff regarding evaluation of production equipment;
- Compliance with Mining Regulations and Environment, Occupational Health & Safety policies;
- Conduct feasibility studies;
- Planning for drilling & blasting;
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Provide technical presentations to senior engineers on aspects of the progress of projects.
They typically support Mineral Processing Engineers with:
- The application of chemical, metallurgical and process fundamentals to production processes;
- On-line process monitoring, sampling, chemical analysis, data analysis and process control;
- Prepare reports on mineral processing operations and projects;
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Planning of mineral processing production.
The Associate Degree of Mine Technology program is based on the project-based learning philosophy which offers the opportunity to learn in context. This approach is designed to produce work-ready graduates with industry-relevant skills.
About MineTechnology
Queensland's world class resources industry exports coal and base metals to the global market. The design, planning and operations of mines and mineral and coal processing plants relies on a team of engineers and technologists. The services of this group ensure the community is supplied with the raw materials and energy on which modern society is based.
Queensland is also a centre for mining and mineral processing research. The emerging technologies that are developed in the local mines are the basis for a global mining technical services industry.