ENGPG9411 Underground Production Systems
This unit introduces the principles and practices of underground mining methods used for the extraction of ore bodies at depth. It explores the selection, design, and operation of key underground mining systems, including self-supported open stoping methods, cut-and-fill methods, and caving methods. Emphasis is placed on orebody characterization, mining method selection, mining production design and implementation, access development, ground support, drainage control, ventilation, equipment selection, and material handling systems (including hoisting and transportation). Through a combination of theoretical content and applied assessments, students will develop the ability to evaluate the suitability of various mining methods for specific mineral deposits, considering geotechnical, economic, and environmental factors.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) unit fee
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.
The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).
2026 student contribution amount: $1,192
2026 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $1,192
* If you are a continuing student (who commenced your course before 1 January 2021) you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
