The mission of the Mining Engineering Degree Program is to continue to improve and maintian quality undergraduate and graduate programs supported by up-to-date curriculum and innovative research, and to produce technically competent mining engineers who possess team skills and are cognizant of the changing needs of an environmentally senstive society.

Educational Objectives

The educational objectives of the baccalaureate program require that graduates meet a large number of criteria including the following:

• Possession of a strong fundamental scientific and technical knowledge base, and critical thinking skills, which will serve as the foundation for life long learning
• The ability to apply science and engineering skills to the analysis and design of mining engineering projects
• The ability to effectively communicate technical/professional information in written, oral, and visual formats
• An awareness and understanding of professional obligations to protect human health, human welfare, and the environment in production of mineral resources

Vision

The vision of the Mining Engineering Degree Program is to prepare men and women to assume active leadership roles in industry, satisfying present and future needs of a global society through the development and implementation of revolutionary technologies for the extraction of mineral resources and construction of underground structures in a socially responsible, economically viable, and environmnetally sound manner.

ABET 2000: Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering; Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data; Ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs; Ability to function in multidisciplinary teams; Ability to identify, formulate and resolve engineering problems; An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; Ability to communicate effectively; The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context; A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning; A knowledge of contemporary issues; Ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice; SME: Ability to apply mathematics through differential equations, calculus-based physics, general chemistry, and probability and statistics as applied to mining engineering applications; Demonstrate fundamental knowledge in the geological sciences including characterization of mineral deposits, physical geology, structural or engineering geology, and mineral and rock identification and properties; Demonstrate proficiency in statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and electrical circuits; Demonstrate proficiency in engineering topics related to both surface and and underground mining, including: mining methods; planning and design; ground control and rock mechanics; health and safety; environmental issues; ventilation; Demonstrate proficiency in additional engineering topics such as: rock fragmentation, materials handling, mineral or coal processing, mine surveying, and valuation and resource/reserve estimation; Hands-on lab and field experience leading to proficiency in geologic concepts, rock mechanics, mine ventilation, and rock fragmentation;