Mining engineers may supervise other engineers, surveyors, geologists, scientists and technicians working on a mine site. Working in metropolitan or regional locations around the world, mining engineers can have adventurous careers. In this major you will study engineering as well as basic science subjects. As you progress, emphasis will be placed on mining science and technology, which involves the study of soil and rock mechanics, explosives and rock breakage, materials transport, mining methods, mine planning, project evaluation and the environment. Why study Mining Engineering Major (BEng Hons) Excellent opportunities for vacation work and graduate employment programs. Curtin is one of three national Mining Education Australia universities. The Kalgoorlie campus is located in the heart of the Goldfields' mining industry. As a mining engineer, you may find opportunities to travel locally and internationally. Mining engineers are employed at all levels throughout the industry, from recently qualified graduate mining engineers, through junior and senior management positions, to senior divisional consulting engineers and company directors. Professional recognition Graduates fulfil the stage 1 competences required by Engineers Australia as the pathway to chartered engineer status (CPEng), a benchmark in professional engineering. Graduates also fulfil the educational requirements for certification as a first class mine manager from the WA Department of Mines and Petroleum. The course is also recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Career information Mining Engineer Miner