As the mining industry evolves towards sustainability, there's a growing demand for professionals who did not study a tertiary qualification in mining engineering to gain an understanding of the foundational principles of mining operations. This Graduate Certificate field of study will equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to successfully transition to roles in the mining sector. By completing this postgraduate certificate program, students enhance their qualifications and open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in the resources and related sectors.

Mining Foundations field of study is a pathway for professionals who have studied other engineering specialisations or technical disciplines to transition to roles in the resources sector. Students will complete the following 4 courses: - Surface Mine Drilling and Blasting - Principles of Fleet Management - Short-term Mine Planning and Scheduling - Geotechnical Design and Implementation.

Drill and Blast Engineer, Mine Planning Engineer, Fleet Manager, Geotechnical Engineer, Production Engineer, Mining Engineer, Management Consultant, Autonomous Engineer, Asset Engineer.