Mining provides the raw materials and energy resources needed to sustain modern civilization.  The mining curriculum combines basic engineering subjects, topics in geology and essential courses in mining to prepare graduates to discover, evaluate and develop mineral deposits.  Graduates of this program design, operate, manage, and reclaim mines and mining facilities in a profitable, safe, and environmentally responsible manner.   A career in mining engineering requires a strong background in mathematics, computer applications, economics, communication skills, and physical sciences, particularly geology, physics, and chemistry.

• Mission Statement and Educational Objectives
• Career Opportunities
• Postgraduate Program
• Western Mining Presidential Chair in Mine Safety

News & Announcements

Undergraduate Seminar MGEN4990 - 2008-10-08 Click here to view a list of seminar speakers. Visitors are welcome. Applications Invited for McKinnon Chair - 2008-09-25 The Department is searching for suitable candidates to fill the McKinnon Chair which will become available July 1, 2009. Willson Distinguished Alumnus Award - 2008-03-06 Bart J. Hyita, a 1981 graduate of the Mining Engineering Program at the University of Utah is this year's Distinguished Alumnus. Mr. Hyita is Chief Operating Officer-Coal for CONSOL Energy Inc. Department of Mining Engineering Launches New Web Site - 2007-11-18 We are pleased to release a new web site to provide access to resources and information about our department.

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