College Prep for Mining and Geological Engineering Major

Mining and Geological Engineers identify the characteristics of possible land or mining sites. They determine whether conditions and equipment are safe for mining.

To continue a successful career in Mining and Geological Engineering, one needs to work hard and also follow certain college norms and requirements.

College Preparation ways and means for Mining and Geological Engineering:

• Mathematical and Scientific Ability:

All applicants are expected to have completed a minimal core of mathematics, science and engineering courses. The core background includes math mathematics- algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus and science-biology, chemistry, and physics.

• Hold a baccalaureate degree in mining or geological engineering or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.

• Academic Standing:
  

  Have an undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0. Strive for high grades, they make a difference.
  

• Test Scores:

  GRE and TOEFL play a vital role in evaluating your academic readiness.

• GRE score:  Applicants are required to take the GRE aptitude test (verbal, quantitative, and analytical). Provide official GRE scores from an examination taken within the last 5 years.

• TOEFL/IELTS score High proficiency in the English language is essential for admission to our graduate program. Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take the TOEFL exam. Applicants must meet or exceed the minimum on the Internet-based test. TOEFL results must be from an examination taken within the last eighteen months.
  

• Letters of recommendation:

  Three letters of recommendation are required. At least two letters must be from an academic source.
  

• Statement of Purpose:

  Your statement of purpose should describe succinctly your reasons for applying to the Mining and Geological engineering. It would be helpful to include what you have done to prepare for this degree program. Also, describe your research interests, future career plans, and other details of your background and interests that will serve as evaluation pointers to thrive in the program.
  

• Practical Experiences:

  Applicants who receive real world/practical experience often are viewed as a graduate school material. These experiences combined with classroom instruction can prepare students to diagnose problems and develop different solutions.
  

• Technical and Non-technical Skills:

  Students should also possess extensive knowledge of analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. Advanced computer skills are also vital to the Mining and Geological Engineering education.
  
  
• Engineering and Technology—Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
  
  
• Design—Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  
  
• Mathematics—Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
  
  
• Physics—Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
  
  
• Production and Processing—Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  

• Tools and Technology:

Mining and Geological Engineering involves the use a variety of tools. The technologies include various types of software, such as analytical or scientific, computer-aided design (CAD) etc. Students must focus and learn about those scientific and laboratory equipment and advanced technologies.

• Academic Transcripts:

Transcripts that include the courses undertaken at the undergrad level, and grades or scores along with the application for initial departmental review are required. You can also attach a brief, one-page note describing any inconsistencies in your transcripts such as bad semester or medical problems.

• Courses:

Students of these programs are required to study thermodynamics, mine design and safety, physics, geology, and mathematics. The students must have undergone classroom learning with extensive field and laboratory training.  The program includes courses in the following subjects which must be completed at the undergrad level:

- Calculus
- Chemistry
- Dynamics
- Engineering Physics
- English Composition
- Fluid Mechanics
- General Geology for Engineers
- Geological Engineering Design
- Geological Materials Engineering
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Introduction to Geological Engineering
- Linear Algebra
- Linear Differential Equations
- Rock Mechanics
- Senior Design Project
- Statistics
- Strength of Materials
- Structural Geology
- Subsurface Hydrology
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mine Reclamation and Environmental Management
- Mine Surveying
- Mine Valuation
- Surface Mining Systems
- Thermodynamics
- Underground Mining Systems

These College Preparation essentials will position you to increase your chances of success in Mining and Geological Engineering program and further, in Jobs.