This unit deals with the theory of exhaustible resources; project appraisal; government policies; royalties; export controls; and economics impact analyses. It also covers the Mining Act and Mines Safety and Inspection Act; duties of care; roles and responsibilities; environmental and native title issues; and occupational health and safety. -- Course Website
Instructor: Professor Richard Durham
Prerequisites: enrolment in the Master of Professional Engineering; for pre-2012 courses: MINE3161 Surface Mining, MINE5503 Suface Mining, MINE3162 Underground Mining, MINE4401 Underground Mining 1, EART3351 Mineral Resources or MINE4405 Mineral Resources
