MJRU-EXMET v.2 Extractive Metallurgy Major (BSc Science)
Curtin University
About
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
Extractive metallurgy is a specialist field that deals with the extraction of metals and mineral products from their ores through the application of scientific principles. Extractive metallurgists play a key role in the mining industry. They are responsible for the development of the best process to treat a particular ore and the efficient operation of the processing plant to convert the ore into metal and other products, as well the disposal of wastes in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. Students with an interest in chemistry and mathematics and the desire to pursue a rewarding career in the mining industry often make a successful extractive metallurgist.
Structure
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply minerals and metallurgical scientific principles to metallurgical process operation
2. think critically and creatively to generate innovative solutions and apply logical an rational processes to analyse minerals and metallurgical technology practice
3. access, evaluate and synthesise minerals and metallurgical information from multiple sources
4. communicate in ways appropriate to the discipline of minerals engineering and metallurgy
5. use and apply technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations, when applied to minerals and metallurgical information
6. demonstrate responsibility and self-learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
7. describe and apply international best practice standards in minerals engineering and metallurgical methods and technologies
8. demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
9. work ethically and professionally, both within a team and independently
Duration and availability
This Major is three years' full-time study.
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMP1005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| NPSC1003 | v.2 | Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM | 3.0 | 25.0 |
| MATH1015 | v.1 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| MATH1014 | v.1 | Foundations of Calculus | 3.0 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| MATH1016 | v.1 | Calculus 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| CHEM1003 | v.1 | Introduction to Chemistry | 4.5 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| PHYS1006 | v.1 | Foundations of Physics | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 7.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 |
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINE1001 | v.1 | Applied Mechanics in Resources Engineering | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| ELEN1000 | v.1 | Electrical Systems | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| PRRE1003 | v.1 | Resources, Processes and Materials Engineering | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| MATH1015 | v.1 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| MATH1016 | v.1 | Calculus 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| OR | ||||
| MATH1014 | v.1 | Foundations of Calculus | 3.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 |
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEN2002 | v.1 | Process Heat Transfer | 5.5 | 25.0 |
| CHEN2000 | v.1 | Process Principles | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 7.0 | 25.0 |
| ENGR2000 | v.2 | Fluid Mechanics | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 |
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEN2001 | v.1 | Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| CHEN2003 | v.1 | Process Mass Transfer | 6.0 | 25.0 |
| PRRE2003 | v.1 | Process Mineralogy | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| CHEM1002 | v.1 | Reactivity and Function in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 |
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEN3009 | v.1 | Fluid and Particle Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 |
| PRRE3010 | v.1 | Physical Metallurgy | 3.0 | 25.0 |
| CHEN3010 | v.1 | Reaction Engineering | 5.5 | 25.0 |
| SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | |||
| 100.0 |
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2
| Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRRE2005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Mineral Processing | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| PRRE3005 | v.1 | Hydrometallurgy | 4.5 | 25.0 |
| CHEN3005 | v.1 | Process Instrumentation and Control | 5.5 | 25.0 |
| PRRE3008 | v.1 | Pyrometallurgy | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 |
* Students with Mathematics Applications ATAR must MATH1014 and MATH1015 Students with Mathematics Methods ATAR must MATH1015 and MATH1016 Students without Physics ATAR do PHYS1006 Students without Chemistry ATAR do CHEM1003 Students with Chemistry ATAR do CHEM1000
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