Mine Electrification
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20 hours
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100% online |
Associate Certificate |
27 October 2025 |
Up to 20 |
English |
Course Overview
This industry-aligned course explores the technical, operational, and strategic aspects of implementing BEVs in mining. It’s designed for professionals at all levels—from early-career engineers to corporate leaders—who are involved in planning, deploying, or managing electrified fleets.
Across four modules, you’ll gain insight into mine electrification drivers, BEV systems and infrastructure, battery safety, change management, and business case development. You'll walk away with actionable strategies and case study examples to apply immediately in your role.
Who Should Enrol?
This course is ideal for professionals involved in mine planning, operations, safety, or strategic transformation, including:
- Mine-site managers, operations supervisors & corporate leaders driving decarbonisation
- Engineers, planners & early-career professionals involved in mine design and fleet integration
- Safety, compliance & emergency response teams ensuring regulatory readiness and risk mitigation
What You’ll Learn
For Mine-Site Managers & Operational Leaders
- Develop a BEV integration strategy that includes maintenance, safety, workforce training, supply chains, and risk assessments.
- Implement organisational change management techniques to drive cultural and process transformation.
For Early-Career Professionals & Engineers
- Learn the hands-on essentials of trialling and integrating BEVs in active operations.
- Understand BEV technology, mine design adaptations, battery infrastructure, and troubleshooting.
For Compliance and Safety Officers
- Create comprehensive safety and emergency response plans for BEVs.
- Ensure regulatory alignment across training, PPE, and risk mitigation frameworks.
Career Outcomes
Whether you’re advancing your current role or pivoting into a new one, this course positions you as a leader in one of the mining industry’s most critical innovation areas:
- Operational Strategist: Lead fleet transformation projects and electrification strategy.
- Mine Design Innovator: Adapt underground and surface mine plans to accommodate electric fleets.
- Compliance and Safety Specialist: Ensure alignment with evolving safety regulations.
- Sustainability Champion: Contribute meaningfully to ESG goals and decarbonisation mandates.
- Technical Advisor or Consultant: Support decision-making for BEV implementation and feasibility.
Course Modules
Module 1
Introduction to Mine Electrification
This module describes the drivers of electrification in mining, the main technologies underlying this transition, the benefits and challenges BEVs bring to mining and the regulatory landscape.
Topics covered:
- Overview of Mining Electrification
- The BEV Technology Landscape
- Benefits of BEVs in Mine Electrification
- Challenges of BEV's in Mine Electrification
Module 2
BEV Technology in Mining Operations
This module explains the core components and systems behind BEV technology and how to integrate BEVs into mine plans, supported by case studies.
Topics covered:
- Key components in BEV technology
- BEV Infrastructure
- Integrating BEVs into Mining Operations
- Mine Design Changes for BEVs
- Case Studies on Trialing new BEVs
Module 3
Battery Technology & Safety
This module covers the fundamentals of lithium-ion battery technology and the key safety considerations for safe handling, maintenance and management of batteries over their lifetime.
Topics covered:
- Fundamentals of Battery Technology
- Introduction to Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
- Battery Handling and Maintenance
- Risk Management & Emergency Preparedness
- Battery Lifecycle Management
Module 4
Change Mapping & Strategic Planning
This module provides a structured approach to building the business case for BEVs in mining, estimating the financial impacts of the innovation and planning/managing the change process.
Topics covered:
- BEV Business Case Development
- Fleet Costs and Financing
- Planning and Managing Change
- Assessing and Managing Risks
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Mine Electrification
Learning Objectives
- Explain the key drivers, emerging technologies, and global trends shaping the transition to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in mining, including their benefits and challenges
- Describe the core components of BEVs, the infrastructure and workforce required for successful deployment, and the necessary adjustments to mine design and business operations
- Recognise different battery technologies and apply best practices for BEV handling, maintenance, and lifecycle management to ensure operational safety and efficiency
- Identify key change management challenges, aling electrification initiatives with business objectives, and implement strategies to support a smooth transition to BEV technology
- Develop a business case for BEV adoption that evaluates economic and risk factors, and creates actionable strategies for integrating electrification into mining operations.
Course Structure
The five-week course is a collaborative, hands-on online learning experience, taking learners approximately 20 hours to complete. Please note the live sessions are not mandatory, the virtual classrooms will be recorded and available on the same day for participants who are unable to attend the live event. Course content includes:
- Two one-hour virtual classroom sessions
- Pre-recorded videos featuring interviews with experts
- Resources such as case studies, articles, associated content
- Group discussion forums
- Knowledge checks in the form of short quiz questions
Course Schedule
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Course commences: 27 October 2025 Course closes: 30 November 2025 |
Module 1: No virtual classroom Module 2: No virtual classroom Module 3: Wednesday 12 November, 11.00–12.00 AEDT Module 4: Wednesday 19 November, 11.00–12.00 AEDT |
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Note: The virtual classrooms listed above are the only scheduled activities for this course but they are not the only activities. All other course work (eg videos, readings, activities, etc) can be completed at your own pace on the learning platform within the course duration. All activities must be completed before the course close date. The virtual classrooms will be recorded and made available within 24 hours for those participants unable to attend the scheduled sessions. |
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Course Facilitators
All programs have been developed in consultation with leading organisations in the mining industry, subject matter experts and community leaders to ensure you gain the latest knowledge and develop relevant skills to accelerate your career.
David Lyon
Edward Fagan
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Frequently asked questions
What are the technical requirements to participate in the course? i.e. do I need a webcam, microphone, etc?
The course will be run entirely online via a cloud-based Learning Management System (LMS) which can be accessed via computer, tablet or phone. Participants will simply need to have a working Internet connection and a computer, tablet or phone with sound to access the course. Please note that some course videos and the virtual classroom recordings are hosted on Vimeo. Participants in regions where Vimeo is blocked may need to use a VPN to access these materials.
How long will the course take?
The full course is estimated to take about 20 hours of learning. Participants will have access to the course platform for five weeks to complete all modules.
How often will the courses be run?
We aim to run two intakes each year.
Will the course be delivered in other languages?
At the moment, the course will only be delivered in English.
Does someone have to have a prequalification of years’ experience before they can do the course?
No, the course is designed for those already working in the resources sector, but not previous experience in mine electrification is required.
How many PD hours do I receive for undertaking the course?
Participants can earn professional development (PD) hours for undertaking the course. One contact hour of technical content is equivalent to one PD hour.