Module level

Shorter Form Credential

Faculty

Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology

School

Mech & Mine Engineering School

Units

1

Duration

Variable

Attendance mode

In Person

Class hours

Tutorial 5 Hours/ Week
Workshop 2 Hours/ Week

Recommended prerequisite

Assessment methods

Project Proposal and Workshop 1 Presentation

Workshop 2 - Interim Report

Final Project Report

Module duration

This module has various scheduled times, commencing in January, 2023.

Module description

This Short Form Credential (SFC) will provide the knowledge and skills to evaluate underground drilling and blasting practices, identify vulnerabilities in design and implementation; and support the development of continuous improvement strategies. The course will cover important fundamentals in a practical way with assessment designed to support the implementation of leading Drilling and Blasting practices in underground operations; prioritising safety, maximising productivity and enhancing the value and sustainability of underground mining operations. This course assumes a basic understanding of general underground mining concepts; some familiarity with underground mining methods and key operational aspects applied in development and production.

Archived offerings

Module offerings Location Mode Course Profile
SFC Enrolment Year, 2023 (01/10/2023 - 31/12/2023) St Lucia In Person Profile unavailable