Courses to take for jobs in the New South Wales Minerals Industry
The following list contains web links to the various courses that can be taken to further your skills for a job in the Minerals Industry. Further information on apprenticeships can be found by contacting individual mining companies.
Chemist
Chemists study the physical properties of substances and chemical changes to these substances. They are often involved in the development of new substances and processes.
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
The University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering – 4 years f/t
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
http://www.science.usyd.edu.au/fstudent/undergrad/course/study_chem.shtml
The University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry – 3 years f/t
http://www.handbook.uts.edu.au/sci/ug/c10179.html
The University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) – 3 years f/t
http://handbook.uws.edu.au/hbook/course.asp?course=3519.1
Wollongong University
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) – 3 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2006/cour742.html
Community Relations
Community Relations Specialists encourage and assist communities to assess the requirements of their community and liaise with industry and governments to establish harmonious and productive relationships.
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Arts (Communication - Public Relations and Organisational Communication) – 3 years
http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/ug/arts/compub/
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Arts – 3 years f/t
http://www.scu.edu.au/courses/course_desc.php?spk_cd=3007099
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Arts (Communication Studies) – 3 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=70&FOS=2&UGPG=13
Bachelor of Communication – 3 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=362&FOS=2&UGPG=13
The University of New England
Bachelor of Arts – 3 years f/t
http://study.une.edu.au/course.php3?id=77&p=MCOURSE
The University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Communication – 4 years f/t
http://handbook.uws.edu.au/HBOOK/course.asp?course=1613.1
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Arts (Media and Communications) – 4 years f/t
http://www.arts.usyd.edu.au/departs/media/?page=home
The University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Public Communication) – 3 years f/t
http://datasearch.uts.edu.au/hss/courses/course_details.cfm?spk_cd=C10098&spk_ver_no=2
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies – 3 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2006/dept_ArtMstudies.html
Computer Operator / Technician
A Computer Operator is involved with the daily running and maintenance of computer systems. Computer Technicians diagnose and repair computer hardware and software faults.
TAFE NSW
http://www.tafensw.edu.au/howex/servlet/Course?Command=GetCourse&CourseNo=343
Draftsperson
Drafters complete a designer’s concept by preparing drawings, estimates and plans and liaising with construction personnel and contractors.
TAFE NSW apprenticeship
http://www.tafensw.edu.au/howex/servlet/Course?Command=GetCourse&CourseNo=3442
Electrical Fitter
Electrotechnology assemblers apply electrical knowledge to make, fit or repair electrical machines, instruments or appliances.
TAFE NSW
Electrician
Electricians install, maintain, repair, test and commission electrical and electronic equipment and systems for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes. Electricians may also work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment.
TAFE NSW
Environmental Scientist
Environmental scientists are concerned with the study of the environment. They may conduct studies to investigate the impact of human activity and examine processes such as climate change and erosion on different environments.
TAFE NSW
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Environmental Science - 3 years f/t
http://inet.acu.edu.au/handbook/2006/Course/arts/benvsc.htm
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 3 years f/t
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 3 years f/t
http://handbook.mq.edu.au/degree.php?edition=2006&id=21067
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 3 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=112&FOS=12&UGPG=13
The University of New England
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 3 years f/t
http://study.une.edu.au/course.php3?id=26&p=MCOURSE
The University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 3 years f/t
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate/programs/2006/3988.html
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science (Environmental) – 3 years f/t
The University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Forensics - 3 years f/t
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology - 3 years f/t
The University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Environmental Management and Science – 3 years f/t
http://handbook.uws.edu.au/HBOOK/course.asp?course=3620.2
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Environmental Science – 4 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/science/eesc/student/ugdegrees.html
Geoscience Technician
Geoscience technicians assist earth scientists such as geologists, engineers and geophysicists to find and develop mineral and fuel resources, by making observations, collecting and analysing samples, recording information, and looking after the practical tasks involved in servicing a remote field operation.
TAFE NSW
Geoscientist (Geologist)
Geologists study the nature, composition and structure of the earth to increase scientific knowledge, locate materials and minerals, and advise on the extraction of minerals, environmental protection and rehabilitation of land after mining.
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
http://handbook.mq.edu.au/areaofstudy.php?edition=2006&id=20886&level=ug
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
The University of New England
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
http://study.une.edu.au/course.php3?id=29&p=MCOURSE
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
The University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
http://www.handbook.uts.edu.au/sci/ug/c10166.html#F22
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Science (Geosciences)
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2005/dept_Geo.html
Human Resources Officer
Human resource officers oversee the staffing, employment conditions, training and team development requirements and general issues of human resource allocation within an organisation.
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Business Human Resource Management Major – 4 years f/t
http://inet.acu.edu.au/handbook/2006/Course/arts/babbus.htm
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) – 3 years f/t
http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/ug/com/bushrm/
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Human Resource Management - 3 years f/t
http://handbook.mq.edu.au/programofstudy.php?edition=2006&code=HRMT01
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Business – 3 years f/t
http://www.scu.edu.au/courses/course_desc.php?spk_cd=3002100
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Business – 3 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=158&FOS=4&UGPG=13
The University of New England
Bachelor of Business – 3 years f/t
http://study.une.edu.au/course.php3?id=60&p=MCOURSE
The University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Commerce – 3 years f/t
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate/specialisations/2006/3502HumanResourceManagement.html
The University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Business – 3 years f/t
http://handbook.uws.edu.au/hbook/course.asp?course=2550.1
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management) – 3 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/commerce/mgmt/undergrad.html#hrm
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Commerce – 3 years f/t
The University of Technology, Sydney
Bachelor of Business Human Resource Management Major – 3 years f/t
http://www.business.uts.edu.au/management/courses/undergrad.html#BBusHRM
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical engineers are involved in the design, construction, maintenance and modification of machinery, engines and other components.
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) – 4 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=105&FOS=6&UGPG=13
The University of New South Wales
Various degree programs – 4 years f/t
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/occupations/2006/engineerMech.html
The University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) – 4 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2005/cour723elecA.html
The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) – 4 years f/t
http://www.eng.usyd.edu.au/apply/courses.shtml
The University of Technology, Sydney
Various degree programs – 4 years f/t
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) – 4 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2005/cour723elecA.html
Metallurgist
Metallurgists research, control and develop processes used in extracting metals from their ores for refining metals.
University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) - 4 years full time
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate/programs/2006/3040.html
Bachelor of Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering) - 4 years full time
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/undergraduate/programs/2006/3135.html
University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) - 4 years full time or 7 years part time, plus 12 weeks industrial experience
http://www.uow.edu.au/eng/mm/matl/courses.html#beng_mat
Bachelor of Science (Materials) - 3 years full time or equivalent
http://www.uow.edu.au/handbook/yr2006/cour742.html
Metal Machinist
Mechanical engineering tradespersons carry out a range of mechanical work on machines, sub-assemblies and manufactured parts using a range of processes, tools and machines.
TAFE NSW
Minerals Processing Operator
Mineral processing operators use equipment to process mineral ores until the final form is produced.
You can work as a mineral processing operator without formal qualifications. You will probably get some informal training on the job.
You can also become a mineral processing operator through a traineeship in Extractive Industries Operations/(Operator). Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10. For more details on traineeships, see the Learning Pathways section or call the New Apprenticeships Referral Line on 1800 639 629 (FREECALL).
Ask your careers adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.
Mining Drilling Assistant
Drillers' assistants help move, set up and operate drilling related equipment to drill holes for such things as natural gas and water, building foundations, minerals exploration and site investigation.
TAFE NSW
Mining Engineer
Mining engineers are involved in the extraction of mineral resources from the earth and identify and address any engineering matters arising from procedures.
TAFE NSW
Courses are available at TAFE for engineers who wish to do short mining course.
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Mining Engineering (transfer program) – 4 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=109&FOS=6&UGPG=13
The University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Mining Engineering – 4 years f/t
http://www.mining.unsw.edu.au/
The University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Mining Engineering – 4 years f/t
http://www.uow.edu.au/eng/cme/mining/careers.html
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Occupational health and safety officers are responsible for assessing workplace health and safety risks and requirements, and advising on and coordinating strategies for dealing with these risks to ensure accident and injury prevention.
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety – 3 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=118&FOS=9&UGPG=13
The University of New South Wales
Various degree programs including Bachelor of Science – 3 years f/t
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/occupations/2006/occupationalHealthSafetyOfficer.html
Surveyor
Surveyors collect and analyse information and develop plans for land development and redevelopment, including such activities as road-building, construction projects and subdivision of land.
The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Surveying – 4 years f/t
http://ccdb.newcastle.edu.au/courseinfo/displayprogram.cfm?docid=141&FOS=6&UGPG=13
The University of New South Wales
Various degree programs – 3-4 years f/t
http://www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/occupations/2006/surveyor.html
Further Minerals related job information
Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Minerals Council of Australia
http://www.minerals.org.au/careers
My Future
Department of Education, Science and Training -Rising to the challenge
Pathways into a career in the minerals industry (Non UAI)
There are several pathways available for you to begin a career in the New South Wales Minerals industry.
Completion of Year 12 is not essential for all employment pathways, but is desirable for most and necessary for some. It is also desirable to undertake relevant training or further study to increase opportunities for employment, in addition to Year 11 and/or 12 studies.
Pathways into a career in the minerals industry (Non UAI – some prerequisites)
There are several pathways available for you to begin a career in the New South Wales Minerals industry.
Completion of Year 12 is not essential for all employment pathways, but is desirable for most and necessary for some. It is also desirable to undertake relevant training or further study to increase opportunities for employment, in addition to Year 11 and/or 12 studies.
Pathways into a career in the minerals industry (UAI – prerequisite subjects)
There are several pathways available for you to begin a career in the New South Wales Minerals industry.
Completion of Year 12 is not essential for all employment pathways, but is desirable for most and necessary for some. It is also desirable to undertake relevant training or further study to increase opportunities for employment, in addition to Year 11 and/or 12 studies.
