MNE 205: Introduction to Mining Engineering

Students with mining gear touring a mine

MNE 205: Introduction to Mining Engineering

Dig Into the mining industry

This first course for mining engineering majors provides an overview of the mine life cycle from exploration to reclamation and post mining use; mining equipment; unit operations, such as blasting and ventilation; waste management and recycling; health and safety, and; principles of sustainability. 

The class includes case studies and data analytics, and will be held on the Chandler-Gilbert Community College campus.

Course Features

  • Mine field trip
  • Trip to the University of Arizona's underground experimental mine
  • Use of industry data sets
  • Guest speakers
  • Global case studies

Topics Covered

  • Design of underground and surface mines
  • Application of automation and AI in mining
  • How to quantify an ore deposit
  • Assessment of various underground and surface mining methods
  • Calculation cost and assessing feasibility of mines
  • Explosives use and blast design 
  • Application of sustainability principles to mine design and operation
  • Principles of mineral processing
  • Selection of mining equipment for various methods and commodities 
  • Management of mine waste and tailings
Mining engineer at the controls

Ready to start your journey in mining engineering?

Enroll now in MNE 205!

Questions? 

Contact Fanny Silvestri at fanny.silvestri@cgc.edu