Trimester 1: Introduction to Mining and Exploration

• IMEX 100: Introduction to Mining and Exploration
  • Overview of the mining and mineral exploration industry
  • The role of underground and surface mining technicians
  • Ethical considerations and safety in mining operations
• GEOM 100: Geology and Mineralogy
  • Basics of geology and mineralogy
  • Understanding mineral deposits and formations
  • Identifying valuable minerals and ores
• MINME 100: Mining Methods and Equipment
  • Types of mining methods (e.g., open-pit, underground)
  • Mining equipment and machinery
  • Safety practices in mining operations
• Environmental Regulations and Sustainability
  • Environmental regulations in mining
  • Sustainable mining practices
  • Reclamation and land rehabilitation

Trimester 2: Mining Operations and Safety

• DBTEC 100: Drilling and Blasting Techniques
  • Drilling methods and explosives use
  • Safety procedures in drilling and blasting
  • Controlling vibrations and fragmentation
• OHTR 100: Ore Handling and Transportation
  • Handling mined ore and minerals
  • Conveyor systems and transportation methods
  • Stockpile management and logistics
• MPEXT 100: Mineral Processing and Extraction
  • Ore processing techniques
  • Extracting minerals from ore
  • Concentration and refining processes
• MSERES 100: Mine Safety and Emergency Response
  • Mine safety regulations and procedures
  • Emergency response and rescue operations
  • Hazard mitigation and risk management

Trimester 3: Advanced Mining Techniques and Technology

• GEGC 100: Geotechnical Engineering and Ground Control
  • Geotechnical assessments and stability
  • Ground control and support systems
  • Slope stability and monitoring
• MEXRE 100: Mineral Exploration and Resource Estimation
  • Techniques in mineral exploration
  • Resource estimation and modeling
  • Geological mapping and sampling
• SMEX 100: Specializations in Mining and Exploration
  • Choosing an area of specialization (e.g., metallurgy, mine planning)
  • Specialized mining and exploration techniques
  • Emerging technologies and trends in the industry

Trimester 4: Licensure Preparation and Final Assessments

• LEPREP 100: Licensure Exam Preparation
  • Review of relevant certification exams (e.g., Certified Mining and Mineral Engineer)
  • Mock exams and test-taking strategies
  • State-specific requirements and regulations (if applicable)
• INTEXP 100: Internship and Field Experience
  • Hands-on experience at mining sites
  • Application of learned mining and exploration techniques
  • Real-world problem-solving and data analysis
• FACTES 100; Final Assessments and Certification
  • Successful completion of advanced mining and specialization courses
  • Successful performance in any applicable certification exams
  • Graduation and award of the Diploma in Underground and Surface Mining, Exploration, and Exploitation Technician

Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest.  Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S.  Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline.  Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.

• Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)

ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech

CPL    100: Career Planning  

CPL    101: Communications and Career Strategies

ENGL 101: Composition

ENGL 102: composition

• Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)

MATH 100:General Math

MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra

MATH 102:College Algebra

• Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)

ECON 105:Leadership

ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I

ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II

SOC    101:Introduction to Sociology

PSYC  101: Introduction to Psychology

HIST   101: History