Mining Engineering M.S.

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Minimum Requirements for Mining Engineering M.S. Thesis Option: 30 credits

General University Requirements
Complete the graduate general university requirements.
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master’s degree requirements.
As part of the master's degree requirements, complete the following:
MIN F699Thesis6
Mining Engineering Program Requirements
Complete the following:
MIN F688Graduate Seminar I1
MIN F600-level courses12
Technical electives11
Total Credits30

Minimum Requirements for Mining Engineering M.S. Non-thesis Option: 36 credits

General University Requirements
Complete the graduate general university requirements.
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master’s degree requirements.
As part of the master's degree requirements, complete the following:
MIN F698Non-thesis Research/Project6
Mining Engineering Program Requirements
Complete the following:
MIN F688Graduate Seminar I1
MIN courses12
Technical electives17
Total Credits36

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Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes are measurable statements that describe knowledge or skills achieved by students upon completion of the program.

Students graduating from this program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate marked improvement in appropriate oral and written communication skills in the technical aspects of mining engineering
  • Undertake appropriate research using advanced tools and techniques
  • Undertake scholarly or creative endeavors, and contribute to their discipline
  • Teach, often at the collegiate level
  • Find employment in the professional field or a related field