Unit Code: ENS707

Unit Name: Mining and Its Environment (Elective)

Description: This course is about introduction to the mining industry and its surrounding environment. This course will discuss a wide range of social and environmental issues pertaining to mining, with many real-life case studies, with particular reference to mining in developing countries. The students will gain an understanding of the theory, concepts and legislation related to mining and the environment so that the student is able to develop plans to address environmental impacts associated with mining activities.

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Prerequisite: N/A

Prerequisite Sentence: Minimum Entry Requirement of the programme

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 2