*Year 1: Foundational Sciences & Engineering* 

*Semester 1* 

- *Calculus I* (4cr): Functions, derivatives, integrals. 

- *Physics I* (3cr): Mechanics, energy, motion. 

- *Introduction to Mining Engineering* (2cr): Industry overview, ethics, career paths. 

- *Chemistry for Engineers* (3cr): Material properties, reactions. 

- *Technical Drawing & CAD* (3cr): AutoCAD, MinePlan basics. 

- *Workshop Practice* (1cr): Tools, machinery, safety protocols. 

 

*Semester 2* 

- *Calculus II* (4cr): Multivariable calculus, series. 

- *Programming for Engineers* (3cr): Python/MATLAB for data analysis. 

- *Geology for Engineers* (3cr): Mineralogy, rock types, geological structures. 

- *Statics* (3cr): Force equilibrium, truss analysis. 

- *Communication Skills* (2cr): Technical reports, presentations. 

 

*Year 2: Core Mining Principles* 

*Semester 3* 

- *Differential Equations* (3cr): ODEs, PDEs applications. 

- *Dynamics* (3cr): Motion, energy, momentum. 

- *Mineral Exploration* (3cr): Prospecting, drilling, geophysical methods. 

- *Mine Surveying* (3cr): GPS, GIS, underground/opencast mapping. 

- *Materials Science* (3cr): Properties of metals, ores, and aggregates. 

 

*Semester 4* 

- *Probability & Statistics* (3cr): Data analysis for resource estimation. 

- *Rock Mechanics* (3cr): Stress-strain behavior, rock failure. 

- *Mine Ventilation* (3cr): Airflow, dust control, safety systems. 

- *Fluid Mechanics* (3cr): Pumping, slurry transport. 

- *Social Science Elective* (3cr): Economics/sustainability. 

 

*Year 3: Advanced Mining & Operations* 

*Semester 5* 

- *Mine Design & Planning* (3cr): Open-pit/underground layout optimization. 

- *Drilling & Blasting* (3cr): Explosives, fragmentation, safety protocols. 

- *Mineral Processing* (3cr): Crushing, grinding, flotation, leaching. 

- *Geotechnical Engineering* (3cr): Slope stability, ground support. 

- *Lab Component*: 

  - *Mine Simulation Lab* (1cr): Software (e.g., Surpac, DATAMINE). 

  - *Mineral Processing Lab* (1cr): Ore beneficiation experiments. 

 

*Semester 6* 

- *Mine Economics* (3cr): Cost estimation, feasibility studies. 

- *Environmental Management* (3cr): Reclamation, waste management. 

- *Elective I* (3cr): E.g., Automation in Mining. 

- *Heavy Machinery* (3cr): Excavators, haul trucks, maintenance. 

- *Safety Engineering* (2cr): Risk assessment, accident prevention. 

 

*Year 4: Specialization & Capstone* 

*Semester 7* 

- *Capstone Project I* (4cr): Real-world mine design/optimization project. 

- *Elective II* (3cr): E.g., Underground Mining Systems. 

- *Elective III* (3cr): E.g., Sustainable Mining Practices. 

- *Mine Law & Ethics* (2cr): Regulations, community engagement. 

- *Advanced Rock Mechanics* (3cr): Numerical modeling (e.g., FLAC3D). 

 

*Semester 8* 

- *Capstone Project II* (4cr): Prototyping, simulations, and reporting. 

- *Elective IV* (3cr): E.g., Resource Estimation. 

- *Elective V* (3cr): E.g., Renewable Energy in Mining. 

- *Internship* (3cr): Industry/field experience (optional). 

 

*Elective Options* 

1. *Automation & Robotics*: Autonomous haulage systems, drone surveying. 

2. *Sustainable Mining*: Circular economy, carbon footprint reduction. 

3. *Advanced Mineral Processing*: Hydrometallurgy, bio-mining. 

4. *Petroleum Engineering Basics*: Reservoir engineering, drilling tech. 

5. *Geostatistics*: Ore body modelling, kriging. 

6. *Mine Disaster Management*: Rescue operations, emergency planning. 

 

*Labs & Practical Work* 

- *Software Tools*: Surpac, DATAMINE, AutoCAD, FLAC3D, MATLAB. 

- *Labs*: Rock strength testing, mineral analysis, ventilation simulations. 

- *Fieldwork*: Surveying camps, mine site visits, exploration projects. 

 

*General Education* 

- *Humanities/Social Sciences*: 12cr (e.g., environmental policy, ethics). 

- *Management/Leadership*: 6cr (project management, teamwork). 

 

*Assessment* 

- *Exams* (40%), *Projects/Labs* (35%), *Reports/Presentations* (25%). 

 

*Learning Outcomes* 

1. Design safe, efficient mining systems for resource extraction. 

2. Apply rock mechanics, geology, and mineral processing principles. 

3. Use industry-standard software for mine planning and simulation. 

4. Address environmental, social, and economic challenges in mining. 

5. Lead teams and comply with safety/ethical standards.