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M.S. in Mineral Engineering

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Mineral EngineeringGraduateMaster of Science

Program Title

M.S.-ME

Department(s)

Degree Designation

Master of Science

Program Description

Admission to the Master of Science in Mineral Engineering program requires competence in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering science comparable to the bachelor of science degree in mineral engineering. Applicants without an engineering degree may apply for the graduate program in Mineral Engineering. However, the student will be required to take all deficiencies as required by the advisory committee.

Program Information & Policies

The student may select one area of specialization, Specialization in Mineral Exploration, Specialization in Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanical Engineering, or Specialization in Explosive Engineering.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 12 credits from the following:
  • ME5011
  • ME5021
  • ME5022
  • ME5023
  • ME5051
  • ME5062
  • ME5063

Other courses can be substituted with the approval of the research advisor and committee.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 12 credits from the following:
  • ME5006
  • ME5008
  • ME5015
  • ME5017
  • ME5020
  • ME5025
  • ME5031
  • ME5034
  • ME5035
  • ME5037
  • ME5040
  • ME5041
  • ME5061

Other courses can be substituted with the approval of the research advisor and committee.

Completion requirement
Earn at least 12 credits from the following:
  • ME5015
  • ME5017
  • ME5020
  • ME5034
  • ME5045
  • ME5046
  • ME5048
  • ME5049
  • ME5050
    OR
    MENG5050
  • ME5052
  • ME5053
    OR
    MENG5070

Other courses can be substituted with the approval of the research committee and the department.