Mining
What is Mining Engineering?
Mining engineers work together with geologists to investigate and carry out the extraction of ore bodies and mineral deposits, as well as the extraction of non-metallic ores and fuels such as coal and uranium.
They are responsible for planning the safest and most cost-effective way of removing minerals from the ground, rivers or the seabed – taking into account both people and the environment.
Experienced mining engineers have a wide range of career options including mine planning and design, operations management, technical specialists, contracting, consulting, the mines inspectorate, investment analysts and advisers, research, tertiary education and general management.
Work is often on remote mine sites and involves a lot of travel.
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Humanitarian Engineering Conference
December 19, 2011
Year of Humanitarian Engineering culminates with an “inspirational” conference
The recent Year of Humanitarian Engineering Conference, held in Melbourne from 30 November to 2 December, was a great success. The conference was the culmination of a year-long calendar focused on the theme of educating, activating and celebrating the work of humanitarian engineers around the globe. -
Live & Learn Environmental Education Receives Grand Challenges Explorations Funding
November 30, 2011
Phnom Penh – Live & Learn Environmental Education announced today that it will receive funding through Grand Challenges Explorations, an initiative created by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation that enables researchers worldwide to test unorthodox ideas that address persistent health and development challenges.
Engineers Australia is proud to announce that 2011 is the Year of Humanitarian Engineering
