Mining and Mineral Engineering

About This Major

A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of mineral extraction, processing and refining systems, including open pit and shaft mines, prospecting and site analysis equipment and instruments, environmental and safety systems, mine equipment and facilities, mineral processing and refining methods and systems, and logistics and communications systems.

At a Glance

CIP Code
14.2101
CIP Family
14

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Data Source: CIP code definitions from NCES CIP 2020. College and completion counts from IPEDS 2023 Completions Survey.
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