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Mineral engineering is concerned with the exploration
for and development of minerals and earth materials in the most
efficient manner while protecting the environment. The undergraduate
program is oriented toward developing the student’s understanding
of, and skill in, engineering design. Proficiency in project management
and leadership are encouraged through coursework and projects that
emphasize professional-quality written and oral communication skills.
The objective of the program is to provide the student with an
education in the fundamentals of engineering that will allow immediate
entry into industry or research work while providing a good opportunity
for continued professional growth. Emphasis is placed on developing
a responsible professional with a sense of social awareness.
The curriculum includes basic engineering principles
that provide the foundation for applied engineering design concepts.
The program provides a concentrated study in mechanics, mineral
evaluation and economics, ground and environmental control, environmental
issues, and project management. Engineering design is introduced
in courses covering surface and underground mining, ventilation,
mineral processing, equipment selection, drilling and blasting,
soil and rock mechanics, hydraulic structures, and geomechanics.
Instruction in the environmental aspects of minerals development
and production include mine permitting and reclamation, extending
to the legal issues and concerns in natural resources development.
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