Program Overview
Mining Engineering integrates engineering principles, earth sciences, and mining and mineral processing with content covering health, safety, management, economics, and environmental and social issues. Mining students are knowledgeable in mining, mineral processing and mine waste management.
Student Skills
Mining Engineering students can address challenges from building mines in remote areas or to reducing the environmental and social impact of mining operations. Here are highlights of what our Co-op students can do for your organization:
- Assist in mechanization and maintenance planning
- Conduct metallurgical studies and geotechnical assessments for surface and underground operations
- Prepare technical and economic feasibility studies, while analyzing environmental impact
Sample Courses
- Underground Mining and Design
- Modelling and Simulation
- Engineering Materials
- Physical Mineral Processes
- Flotation
You can find more information on the UBC Mining Engineering website.
Career Opportunities
Our students find themselves in a variety of fields including:
- Mineral exploration
- Mine design and management
- Mining equipment and manufacturing
- Environmental consulting
- Energy and utilities
