Mining and Mineral Engineering. Academic Program Description

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of mineral extraction, processing and refining systems, including open pit and shaft mines, prospecting and site analysis equipment and instruments, environmental and safety systems, mine equipment and facilities, mineral processing and refining methods and systems, and logistics and communications systems.

Related Occupations

• Engineering Managers
• Engineering Teachers
• Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers

Colleges Offering this Curriculum

• Colorado School of Mines
• Columbia University in the City of New York
• Michigan Technological University
• Montana Tech of the University of Montana
• New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
• Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Main Campus
• South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
• Southern Illinois University Carbondale
• University of Alaska Fairbanks
• University of Arizona
• University of Idaho
• University of Kentucky
• University of Missouri-Rolla
• University of Utah
• Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• West Virginia University