Overview
In this unit knowledge and skills will be developed to determine optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for surface mining operations. While for underground mining students will learn to determine suitable access to orebodies, mining methods, level spacings, material handling systems, ground support methods, and ventilation systems. Australian mining laws are reviewed to assess their impact on the mine planning and design processes for coal and metalliferous mining in surface and underground mining operations. Students will also determine the constraints between different mining activities that will impact on mine scheduling. They will use forums, reflective journals and workbooks to demonstrate an effective and professional level of teamwork, communication and support for collaborative peer group learning. In this unit, you must complete compulsory practical activities. Refer to the Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle site for proposed dates.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
There are no requisites for this unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
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Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Residential Schools
This unit has a Compulsory Residential School for distance mode students and the details are:
Click here to see your Residential School Timetable.
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback – Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
- Analyse mining phases from exploration to mine closure to determine the impact of mine planning and design on the safety, productivity and success of a mining operation
- Outline the acts and regulations associated with Australian Law that impact on mine planning and design for surface, underground, coal and metalliferous mining
- Determine the optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring surface mining operations
- Determine suitable orebody access, mining method, level spacing, material handling, ground support, and ventilation for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring underground mining
- Deduce the constraints associated with scheduling the development and production of an underground mining operation
- Demonstrate an effective and professional level of teamwork, communication and support for collaborative peer group learning through the use of forums, reflective journals and workbooks.
The Learning Outcomes for this unit are linked with the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standards for Professional Engineers in the areas of 1. Knowledge and Skill Base, 2. Engineering Application Ability and 3. Professional and Personal Attributes at the following levels:
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Refer to the Engineering Undergraduate Course Moodle site for further information on the Engineers Australia's Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineers and course level mapping information
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
1 - Written Assessment - 20% | ||||||
2 - Written Assessment - 35% | ||||||
3 - Written Assessment - 45% | ||||||
4 - Practical and Written Assessment - 0% | ||||||
5 - Portfolio - 0% |
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
1 - Communication | ||||||
2 - Problem Solving | ||||||
3 - Critical Thinking | ||||||
4 - Information Literacy | ||||||
5 - Team Work | ||||||
6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||||
7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||||
8 - Ethical practice | ||||||
9 - Social Innovation | ||||||
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures |
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
1 - Written Assessment - 20% | ||||||||||
2 - Written Assessment - 35% | ||||||||||
3 - Written Assessment - 45% | ||||||||||
4 - Practical and Written Assessment - 0% | ||||||||||
5 - Portfolio - 0% |
Textbooks
There are no required textbooks.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
- Spreadsheet Software
- Zoom capacity (web cam and microphone)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
b.donnelly@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
1. Prospecting, exploration and mine development
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial: Introduction to Moodle unit page.
Module/Topic
2. Mine feasibility, and land acquisition
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)
Coal Mining Act
Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act
Environmental Protection ActEvents and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial: How to access Queensland mining legislation.
Module/Topic
3. Orebody Description
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial: Mine planning and design
Module/Topic
4. Open pit planning and design
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial: Mine planning and design.
Written Assessment Due: Week 4 Friday (6 Aug 2021) 11:00 pm AEST
Module/Topic
5. Production planning and scheduling
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial: Assignment 1 Feedback.
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Due to COVID 19 the Residential School will be replaced by an on-line mine design tutorial.
Practical and Written Assessment Due: Vacation Week Friday (20 Aug 2021) 11:00 pm AEST
Module/Topic
6. Equipment and systems selection
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
7. Strip mine design and rehabilitation
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
8. Underground mine access
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
9. Underground mining methods
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
10. Underground mining services and ventilation
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
11. Quality control, safety and legislation
Chapter
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)
Coal Mining Act
Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act
Environmental Protection ActEvents and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
12. Developments in mine planning and design
Chapter
Reading list available in Moodle
Unit Notes (Available in Moodle)Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
1 Written Assessment
This assessment is designed to strengthen your understanding of mining phases and mining legislation. You will need to carefully review the material provided in the textbook and to answer the questions in the assignment.This assessment will cover material detailed in weeks 1 to 3 of the unit.
To successfully complete this assignment you will need to:
- review the detailed assignment questions found in moodle
- attend online tutorials
- review relevant literature (textbooks, websites, etc) to gain a broad understanding of mining phases and mining legislation.
- research the primary literature to locate relevant current primary sources (scientific journal articles written in the last 10 years)
- complete the assignment questions in your own words making effective use of the sources of information
Students are expected to reference all sources of information included in their answers using the Harvard referencing style guide.
Assessment Submission
Note that submission is a three-stage process of (i) uploading the file(s) (ii) saving the file(s) and then (iii) submitting the saved file(s) for marking. Please use the 'Upload files' button to select and upload your file(s) for this assessment. You must then click the 'Save changes' button after you’ve uploaded the file(s) to ensure they are added to your draft submission.
Note that, once uploaded and saved, all compatible files will be sent to Turnitin.com for originality checking. If you wait after uploading your draft submission, you can return and check the Turnitin similarity report for your uploaded file(s) to see whether you want to submit them for marking, or whether you want to delete the file(s), revise and resubmit.
Please note, when viewing any feedback files for your submission, it is strongly recommended you use appropriate and compatible software applications which correctly open the type of file provided. This will ensure feedback content is displayed as intended.
General rules:
1. Students need to follow the file naming protocol:
- Student Number_Student Name (first name, then surname)_Year_Assessment Item_Unit Code_Campus
- Example: S124455333_JohnCitizen_2013_Ass1_MUS11185_DIST
- Your file will need to be resubmitted if it is not correctly named.
2. Students need to submit a single pdf file.
- Non-PDF formatted files will not be accepted.
3. Only individual submissions (not group submissions) are allowed.
4. Access to the uploading link closes at the scheduled submission time.
- No submissions will be accepted after the due date and hour unless a student is granted an extension from the unit co-ordinator prior to the date of the submission.
Week 4 Friday (6 Aug 2021) 11:00 pm AEST
Week 6 Friday (27 Aug 2021)
Within two weeks of submission.
Your assignment will include a cover page showing unit code and name, student name and number, date, assignment number, lecturer, and university. The cover page should also include an interesting picture related to the assignment. (Cite the source of the picture). Include a correctly formatted contents page. State the assignment question at the beginning of each answer to give your answers context. Include a reference list at the end of the assignment. Include page headers and footers on the pages of the assignment.
Ensure formula and working are shown in sufficient detail to clearly explain how the answer was derived. Clearly state the meaning of any symbols used in formulas. Include screenshots of the spreadsheet in your answers where necessary. Label the screenshots as figures within the text of your answer. Ensure formulae are included in the spreadsheets so that different values can be entered to check the sensitivity of the answers. Formulae included in the spreadsheet need to be accessible for marking. Answers should show correct units of measurement eg. (m, MN, m2, tonnes, m3, oC, etc). Where appropriate, include clearly labelled diagrams detailing such things as,
- the dimensions of equipment and excavations
- angles of slopes,
- coal thickness and overburden dimensions
- shape and size of underground openings
- geometry of samples
For descriptive answers, ensure photographs, pictures and diagrams are correctly labelled and introduced within the text of the answer. Use mining terminology correctly.
Research reliable sources of information such as journal papers and textbooks. Correctly cite and reference sources of information using the Harvard referencing style guide with a list of references at the end of the assignment.
Marks will be assigned according to the relevance and correctness of answers. Marks will also be assigned for using clear, coherent sentences and language.
- Analyse mining phases from exploration to mine closure to determine the impact of mine planning and design on the safety, productivity and success of a mining operation.
- Outline the acts and regulations associated with Australian Law that impact on mine planning and design for surface, underground, coal and metalliferous mining.
- Determine the optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring surface mining operations.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
2 Written Assessment
This assessment is designed to strengthen your understanding of open pit mine planning and design. You will need to carefully review the material provided in the textbook and to answer the questions in the assignment.This assignment will cover material detailed in weeks 4 to 7 of the unit.
To successfully complete this assignment you will need to:
- review the detailed assignment questions found in moodle
- attend on-line tutorials
- review relevant literature (textbooks, websites, etc) to gain a broad understanding of open pit mine planning and design
- research the primary literature to locate relevant current primary sources (scientific journal articles written in the last 10 years)
- complete the assignment questions in your own words making effective use of the sources of information
Students are expected to reference all sources of information included in their answers.
Assessment Submission
Note that submission is a three-stage process of (i) uploading the file(s) (ii) saving the file(s) and then (iii) submitting the saved file(s) for marking. Please use the 'Upload files' button to select and upload your file(s) for this assessment. You must then click the 'Save changes' button after you’ve uploaded the file(s) to ensure they are added to your draft submission.
Note that, once uploaded and saved, all compatible files will be sent to Turnitin.com for originality checking. If you wait for half an hour or so after uploading your draft submission, you can return and check the Turnitin similarity report for your uploaded file(s) to see whether you want to submit them for marking, or whether you want to delete the file(s), revise and resubmit.
Please note, when viewing any feedback files for your submission, it is strongly recommended you use appropriate/compatible software applications which correctly open the type of file provided. This will ensure feedback content is displayed as intended.
General rules:
1. Students need to follow the file naming protocol:
- Student Number_Student Name (first name, then surname)_Year_Assessment Item_Unit Code_Campus
- Example: S124455333_JohnCitizen_2013_Ass1_MUS11185_DIST
- Your file will need to be resubmitted if it is not correctly named.
2. Students need to submit a single pdf file.
- Non-PDF formatted files will not be accepted.
3. Only individual submissions (not group submissions) are allowed.
4. Access to the uploading link closes at the scheduled submission time.
- No submissions will be accepted after the due date and hour unless a student is granted an extension from the unit co-ordinator prior to the date of the submission.
Week 8 Friday (10 Sept 2021) 11:00 pm AEST
Week 10 Friday (24 Sept 2021)
Within two weeks of submission.
Your assignment will include a cover page showing unit code and name, student name and number, date, assignment number, lecturer, and university. An interesting picture related to the assignment work would also be appreciated. State the assignment question at the beginning of each answer to give your answers context.
Ensure formulae and workings are shown in sufficient detail to clearly explain how the answer was derived. Ensure formulae are included in the spreadsheets so that different values can be entered to check the sensitivity of the answers. Formulae included in the spreadsheet need to be accessible for marking. Answers should show correct units of measurement eg. (m, MN, m2, tonnes, m3, oC, etc). Where appropriate, include clearly labelled diagrams detailing such things as,
- the dimensions of equipment and excavations
- angles of slopes,
- coal thickness and overburden dimensions
- shape and size of underground openings
- geometry of samples
For descriptive answers, ensure photographs, pictures and diagrams are correctly labelled and introduced within the text of the answer. Use mining terminology correctly.
Ensure research is from reliable sources of information such as journal papers and textbooks. Correctly cite and reference sources of information using the CQU Harvard referencing style guide. Include a list of references at the end of the assignment.
Ensure answers contain relevant and correct information and use clear, coherent sentences and language.
- Outline the acts and regulations associated with Australian Law that impact on mine planning and design for surface, underground, coal and metalliferous mining.
- Determine the optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring surface mining operations.
- Determine suitable orebody access, mining method, level spacing, material handling, ground support, and ventilation for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring underground mining.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
- Ethical practice
3 Written Assessment
This assessment is designed to strengthen your understanding of underground mine planning and design. You will need to carefully review the material provided in the textbook and to answer the questions in the assignment.This assessment will cover material detailed in weeks 8 to 12 of the unit.
To successfully complete this assignment you will need to:
- review the detailed assignment questions found in Moodle
- attend on-line tutorials
- review relevant literature (textbooks, websites, etc) to gain a broad understanding of underground mine planning and design.
- research the primary literature to locate relevant current primary sources (scientific journal articles written in the last 10 years)
- complete the assignment questions in your own words making effective use of the sources of information
Students are expected to reference all sources of information included in their answers.
Assessment Submission
Note that submission is a three-stage process of (i) uploading the file(s) (ii) saving the file(s) and then (iii) submitting the saved file(s) for marking. Please use the 'Upload files' button to select and upload your file(s) for this assessment. You must then click the 'Save changes' button after you’ve uploaded the file(s) to ensure they are added to your draft submission.
Note that, once uploaded and saved, all compatible files will be sent to Turnitin.com for originality checking. If you wait for half an hour or so after uploading your draft submission, you can return and check the Turnitin similarity report for your uploaded file(s) to see whether you want to submit them for marking, or whether you want to delete the file(s), revise and resubmit.
Please note, when viewing any feedback files for your submission, it is strongly recommended you use appropriate/compatible software applications which correctly open the type of file provided. This will ensure feedback content is displayed as intended.
General rules:
1. Students need to follow the file naming protocol:
- Student Number_Student Name (first name, then surname)_Year_Assessment Item_Unit Code_Campus
- Example: S124455333_JohnCitizen_2013_Ass1_MUS11185_DIST
- Your file will need to be resubmitted if it is not correctly named.
2. Students need to submit a single pdf file.
- Non-PDF formatted files will not be accepted.
3. Only individual submissions (not group submissions) are allowed.
4. Access to the uploading link closes at the scheduled submission time.
- No submissions will be accepted after the due date and hour unless a student is granted an extension from the course co-ordinator prior to the date of the submission
Review/Exam Week Monday (11 Oct 2021) 12:00 am AEST
Exam Week Friday (22 Oct 2021)
Within 2 weeks of receipt of assignment.
Your assignment will include a Cover Page showing unit code and name, student name and number, date, assignment number, lecturer, and university. Include an interesting picture related to the assignment work on the cover page. Cite the source of the picture. State the assignment question at the beginning of each answer to give your answers context.
Ensure formulae and workings are shown in sufficient detail to clearly explain how the answer was derived. Ensure formulae are included in the spreadsheets so that different values can be entered to check the sensitivity of the answers. Formulae included in the spreadsheet need to be accessible for marking. Answers should show correct units of measurement eg. (m, MN, m2, tonnes, m3, oC, etc). Where appropriate, include clearly labelled diagrams detailing such things as,
- the dimensions of equipment and excavations
- angles of slopes,
- coal thickness and overburden dimensions
- shape and size of underground openings
- geometry of samples
For descriptive answers, ensure photographs, pictures and diagrams are correctly labelled and referred to within the text of the answer. Use mining terminology correctly.
Ensure research is from reliable sources of information such as journal papers and textbooks. Correctly cite and reference sources of information using the CQU Harvard referencing style guide. Include a list of references at the end of the assignment.
Ensure answers contain relevant and correct information and use clear, coherent sentences and language.
- Outline the acts and regulations associated with Australian Law that impact on mine planning and design for surface, underground, coal and metalliferous mining.
- Determine suitable orebody access, mining method, level spacing, material handling, ground support, and ventilation for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring underground mining.
- Deduce the constraints associated with scheduling the development and production of an underground mining operation.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
4 Practical and Written Assessment
During the on-line design tutorial students will be required to work in teams to complete a report that captures the major learning objectives of the tutorial.
Assessment Submission
Note that submission is a three-stage process of (i) uploading the file(s) (ii) saving the file(s) and then (iii) submitting the saved file(s) for marking. Please use the 'Upload files' button to select and upload your file(s) for this assessment. You must then click the 'Save changes' button after you’ve uploaded the file(s) to ensure they are added to your draft submission.
Note that, once uploaded and saved, all compatible files will be sent to Turnitin.com for originality checking. If you wait for half an hour or so after uploading your draft submission, you can return and check the Turnitin similarity report for your uploaded file(s) to see whether you want to submit them for marking, or whether you want to delete the file(s), revise and resubmit.
Please note, when viewing any feedback files for your submission, it is strongly recommended you use appropriate/compatible software applications which correctly open the type of file provided. This will ensure feedback content is displayed as intended.
General rules:
1. Students need to submit a single pdf file. Each team will need to nominate a student to submit the report.
- Non-PDF formatted files will not be accepted.
2. Group submissions are allowed.
3. Access to the uploading link closes at the scheduled submission time.
No submissions will be accepted after the due date and hour unless a student is granted an extension from the unit co-ordinator prior to the date of the submission.
Vacation Week Friday (20 Aug 2021) 11:00 pm AEST
Week 7 Friday (3 Sept 2021)
Within two weeks of submission.
Your assignment will include a cover page showing unit code and name, student name and number, date, assignment number, lecturer, and university. Include an interesting picture related to the assignment work on the cover page. Cite the source of the picture. State the assignment question at the beginning of each answer to give your answers context.
Ensure formulae and workings are shown in sufficient detail to clearly explain how the answer was derived. Ensure formulae are included in the spreadsheets so that different values can be entered to check the sensitivity of the answers. Formulae included in the spreadsheet need to be accessible for marking. Answers should show correct units of measurement eg. (m, MN, m2, tonnes, m3, oC, etc). Where appropriate, include clearly labelled diagrams detailing such things as,
- the dimensions of equipment and excavations
- angles of slopes,
- coal thickness and overburden dimensions
- shape and size of underground openings
- geometry of samples
For descriptive answers, ensure photographs, pictures and diagrams are correctly labelled and referred to within the text of the answer. Use mining terminology correctly.
Ensure research is from reliable sources of information such as journal papers and textbooks. Correctly cite and reference sources of information using the CQU Harvard referencing style guide with a list of references at the end of the assignment.
Ensure answers contain relevant and correct information and use clear, coherent sentences and language.
To achieve a Pass for this assessment the student will attend at least 75% of the contact time available for the Practical and make a contribution to the team report.
- Determine the optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring surface mining operations.
- Determine suitable orebody access, mining method, level spacing, material handling, ground support, and ventilation for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring underground mining.
- Deduce the constraints associated with scheduling the development and production of an underground mining operation.
- Demonstrate an effective and professional level of teamwork, communication and support for collaborative peer group learning through the use of forums, reflective journals and workbooks.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
5 Portfolio
The learning portfolio will provide students with an opportunity to reflect on and discuss what they are learning. It also allows them to record work and reading that is not presented or assessed as part of the submitted assignments. Crucially students are required to record and demonstrate evidence of all of the learning outcomes detailed for this unit, particularly teamwork, cultural sensitivity and ethical values. The learning portfolio will consist of two components,
- a study diary, including reflections
- evidence of learning outcomes.
Forms will be provided on the moodle website for the components of the learning portfolio.
An updated version of the learning portfolio should be submitted with each piece of assessment.
Portfolio feedback will be provided within two weeks of submission.
Make regular weekly entries in the study diary.
Write up reflections on what has been learnt from each question in each assignment.
Record interactions that seem relevant to this unit. Interactions may be with the lecturer, other students and work colleagues. Interactions may be telephone conversations, e-mails, postings on forums or, face to face meetings.
Collect and record evidence of how the learning outcomes for this unit have been met.
Submit updates of the learning portfolio with each assignment submission.
Some evidence must be recorded against each learning outcome to achieve a Pass for this assessment.
- Analyse mining phases from exploration to mine closure to determine the impact of mine planning and design on the safety, productivity and success of a mining operation.
- Outline the acts and regulations associated with Australian Law that impact on mine planning and design for surface, underground, coal and metalliferous mining.
- Determine the optimum pit limits, bench geometry, haul road design, slope stability and equipment selection for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring surface mining operations.
- Determine suitable orebody access, mining method, level spacing, material handling, ground support, and ventilation for a coal or metalliferous deposit requiring underground mining.
- Deduce the constraints associated with scheduling the development and production of an underground mining operation.
- Demonstrate an effective and professional level of teamwork, communication and support for collaborative peer group learning through the use of forums, reflective journals and workbooks.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.