Mining Engineering M.S.
Contact Information
Dr. Charles A. Kliche
Department of Mining Engineering & Mangement
Mineral Industries Building, Room 327B
(605) 394-1972
charles.kliche@sdsmt.edu
Program Summary
The Mining Engineering Program at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology supports the growing need for mining engineers. Alternative delivery methods make the curriculum readily available to mining engineering professionals beyond South Dakota's borders.
Program Description
Courses for the Mining Engineering Master of Science program have been developed to expand certain skills that the typical mining engineering graduate should possess. Specifically, the program targets business and management, rock mechanics, ground control, mine design, mining law, specific mining methods and problems, and mine project management.
Mining Engineering students will choose one of three emphasis areas to direct their program of study. Required courses are determined by the emphasis area selected.
Geomechanics
This emphasis focuses on rock mechanics, slope stability, and tunneling. Students choosing this specialization will complete the following required courses:or Advanced Rock Mechanics
- Rock Slope Engineering
- Advanced Tunneling and Underground Excavation
Mining Engineering Management
Students choosing this emphasis will specialize on economics, finance, and business. Required courses are:
- Advanced Mineral Economics for Managers
- Resource Industry Mergers and Acquisitions
- Topics in Mineral Economics, Sustainability and Mine Regulation
General Mining Engineering
This emphasis will provide students will a strong background in all areas of Mining Engineering. Students will be required to complete the following courses:
- Rock Slope Engineering or Advanced Rock Mechanics
- Topics in Mineral Economics, Sustainability and Mine Regulation
Program Objectives
Students completing the M.S. degree in Mining Engineering will acquire:
- Advanced knowledge of rock mechanics and ground control;
- Advanced knowledge of engineering economics and finance as it relates to mine projects;
- Advanced knowledge of concepts, techniques, laws and methodologies related to explosives engineering;
- Expanded knowledge of the mining laws of South Dakota, surrounding states and the United States;
- Further knowledge of mine management, project management, and/or executive skills
- Advanced knowledge of mining methods and related topics.
