Pursue a career in the field of Mining Engineering and be prepared to meet the vigorous demands of environmentally responsible natural resource development throughout the world. Receive a comprehensive engineering background with specialized training in the mechanics of geologic materials, blasting, materials handling, mine valuation, ventilation, environmental considerations, and the design and operation of surface and underground mines.

Mining Engineers design, construct, and manage surface mines, underground mines, and quarries. Graduates work in a variety of U.S. and international companies mining coal, precious metals, industrial minerals and base metals. Graduates also work in regulatory agencies.