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Mineral Spectroscopy Server- Mineral Engineering Education - Mining Engineering Education BS Degree Program in Mining and Minerals Engineering - Virginia Tech - Mineral Engineering Education - Mining Engineering Education

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ABET Engineering Education Accreditation Criteria
The program must demonstrate that graduates have: the ability to apply mathematics through differential equations, calculus-based physics, general chemistry, and probability and statistics as applied to mining engineering problems applications; fundamental knowledge in the geological sciences including characterization of mineral deposits, physical geology, structural or engineering geology, and mineral and rock identification and properties; proficiency in statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and electrical circuits; proficiency in engineering topics related to both surface and underground mining, including: mining methods, planning and design, ground control and rock mechanics, health and safety, environmental issues, and ventilation; proficiency in additional engineering topics such as rock fragmentation, materials handling, mineral or coal processing, mine surveying, and valuation and resource/reserve estimation as appropriate to the program objectives.
The laboratory experience must lead to proficiency in geologic concepts, rock mechanics, mine ventilation, and other topics appropriate to the program objectives.


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