 Mining
and geological engineers, including mining safety engineers, find,
extract, and prepare coal, metals, and minerals for use by manufacturing
industries and utilities. They design open-pit and underground mines,
supervise the construction of mine shafts and tunnels in underground
operations, and devise methods for transporting minerals to processing
plants. Mining engineers are responsible for the safe, economical, and
environmentally sound operation of mines.
Some mining engineers work with geologists and metallurgical engineers
to locate and appraise new ore deposits. Others develop new mining
equipment or direct mineral- processing operations that separate
minerals from the dirt, rock, and other materials with which they are
mixed.
 Mining
engineers frequently specialize in the mining of one mineral or metal,
such as coal or gold. With increased emphasis on protecting the
environment, many mining engineers work to solve problems related to
land reclamation and water and air pollution.
 Mining safety engineers
use their knowledge of mine design and practices to ensure the safety of
workers and to comply with State and Federal safety regulations. They
inspect walls and roof surfaces, monitor air quality, and examine mining
equipment for compliance with safety practices.
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Mining Engineering Resources |
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Online |
Downloads |
Overview:
Overview of Mining Engineering |
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Preparation:
Admission Requirements, Accredited Programs |
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Day in the Life:
Teams and Coworkers,
Tasks, the Workplace |
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Earnings:
Salary Ranges |
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Employment:
Statistics, Industries, Types of Employers |
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Career Path Forecast:
Predictions |
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Professional Organizations:
Resources, Networking, Support |
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Podcast:
Overview of the field of Mining Engineering |
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Internet Resources:
 American
Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
Government,
Education and Mining (GEM) Program
The
Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration |
Note: Some resources in this section are provided by the US Department
of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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