Bachelor of Mine and Engineering Surveying

Curtin University

Mine and engineering surveying is a specialised area within science and engineering. Also known as geomatics engineering or geomatics, the profession has a vital role in the resources industry and related infrastructure development. Mine surveyors are responsible for the measurement, representation and management of data associated with a mining operation. Their core responsibilities include marking, measuring and maintaining mine site surfaces and underground workings.Under the Mines Safety and Inspection Act 2020, mine surveyors are also responsible for preparing and updating all mine surveying plans for open pit and underground workings. Engineering surveyors are integral to the construction industry, ensuring that the locations of civil engineering works are positioned and oriented correctly. Engineering surveying typically precedes construction associated with roads, bridges, tunnels, buildings, industrial plants and hydraulic engineering. In this course, you will gain the skills to become a specialist surveyor with expertise in advanced software and equipment, including GPS and drones, to acquire and process land and satellite data. Graduates meet the education requirements of Western Australia’s Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety for certification as an underground or open pit mine surveyor.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

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