Professional Development for All Types of Mining Disciplines
The School of Mining & Mineral Resources supports programs across the University of Arizona campus that advance the mining & mineral resources industry by educating and training all types of professionals, from engineers and geologists to data scientists, health and safety specialists and more.
A Commitment to Advancing Knowledge
In addition to attracting and preparing future generations for careers in mining, we are committed to cross-training, upskilling and reskilling the current mining workforce. Through our partners, we offer programming on the latest advances in mining and mineral resources and are constantly adding new courses that are as enjoyable as they are insightful.
The needs of mining professionals and organizations vary widely, so we offer numerous ways for workers to gain knowledge and advance their careers through short courses, field study, and certificate programs. We even partner with companies to provide professional development courses and certificates that address immediate business and workforce needs.
Professional Development Opportunities
Below are a number of courses and training opportunities available through the University of Arizona.
Integrated Planning Series
Courses designed to remove communication barriers and improve collaboration among geologists, mining engineers, and metallurgists. Each course introduces the fundamentals and role of one profession - geologists, engineers, and metallurgists in the mining industry.
Format: series of 3 short courses that can be booked separately
Learn more about the TESS program on the Continuing & Professional Education website: