Abstract
This subject provides an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects for understanding the environmental management of mine sites and the management of contaminated land. The subject focuses on industry perspectives of biodiversity and water management, environmental systems, monitoring and audit and rehabilitation of mine sites. Contaminated land management is … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Sustainable development and miningEnvironmental systems and plansBiodiversity and water managementMonitoring and audit of environmental aspects of mine site managementMine site rehabilitationIntroduction to contaminants and behaviourProcess of contaminated land managementRegulatory and legislative frameworkProfessional support organisations and case studies
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
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be able to apply sustainable development principles in mining
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be able to describe a range of approaches to biodiversity and water management
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be able to discuss the purpose of environmental systems and plans
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be able to describe example contaminants and their behaviour
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be able to describe the regulatory framework with respect to contaminated land management