UNSW Handbook Plan - Mine Geomechanics

Mine Geomechanics - MINEIS8058


	Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
	School: School of Mining Engineering
	Contact: http://www.mining.unsw.edu.au
	Program: 8058 - Mining Engineering
	Award(s):
	Master of Mining Engineering (Specialisation)

Plan Outline

The Master of Mining Engineering in Mine Geomechanics will be awarded after successful completion of 48 units of credit (UOC) of coursework, either full-time or part-time. A majority of the courses will be offered as modules over a short period to permit mineral industry personnel to attend on a part-time basis. Please note that some electives may only be offered every two years.

Plan Structure

Master of Mining Engineering (Mine Geomechanics) - Plan MINEISS8058
Core Courses:

MINE8110 Mining Processes and Systems (6 UOC)
MINE8120 Hazard ID, Risk and Safety Mgt (6 UOC)
MINE8140 Mining Geomechanics (6 UOC)
MINE8760 Mine Geol & Geophysics (6 UOC)

Elective Courses:

Select four 6 UOC courses from the following list:

MINE8130 Technology Management (6 UOC)
MINE8710 Mine Slope Stability (6 UOC)
MINE8720 Advanced Rock Mechanics (6 UOC)
MINE8750 Adv Soil Mechs and Mine Fill (6 UOC)
MINE8860 Drilling, Blasting and Machine (6 UOC)

OR
An elective from the Mine Management stream (with approval)

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