Undergraduate Curriculum Undergraduate students take courses in calculus, physics, general chemistry, engineering mathematics, statistics, statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, computer science, electrical engineering, and technical writing. Students must also meet the University's General Education requirements. In addition to the basic engineering courses, students take physical geology, structural geology, mineralogy, petrology, and exploration geology. Specialized mining engineering courses include underground and surface mining methods, hydraulics, surveying, heat energy systems, engineering design, ventilation and air conditioning, rock mechanics, mine administration and finance, mineral evaluation, and mine reclamation. In addition to classroom instruction, students participate in laboratory and field work and culminate their undergraduate experience with a senior design project.
Students also take six semester hours of technical electives, allowing for some specialization.
Mining Engineering students are encouraged to participate in the varied student activities at the U and to become involved in the campus community. Interested individuals should contact the Department Office to schedule an appointment with the academic advisor.