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Graduate Program: Engineering - Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering

General Information

Program/Degree

Engineering (ME) - Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering

Program Description

Master of Engineering (MEng) Program - Main Campus or Online Degree

The Master of Engineering in Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering will examine fundamental concepts supported by groundbreaking research in the field. You’ll gain an advanced understanding of core technical principles while also pursuing coursework in finance and management, legal issues, and other administrative concerns specific to the emphasis area that is chosen. Armed with this focused skill-set, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue mining and geological engineering roles and other enhanced opportunities in the field.

The program is comprised of an entirely flexible curriculum, allowing you to choose from a number of emphasis areas, including (but not limited to):

  • Geomechanics
  • Mine Information and Production Technology
  • Mine Health and Safety
  • Mineral Processing
  • Sustainable Resource Development
  • Mine Management

With flexible requirements and these specialized areas of focus, you’ll be able to build a program that suits your goals. Each course is led by expert faculty members, with a curriculum that blends live instruction with a convenient, asynchronous online format. Online learning is a perfect fit for working professionals looking to enhance their career prospects, with most part-time students completing the program in 18-24 months.

 

 

 

Department/Academic Unit(s)

The College of Engineering was founded when theColorado Heights Universityopened its doors in 1885. Mining was the bedrock of colorado’s economy at that time, and educating mining engineers was a top priority – indeed, it still is.

As the state’s economy grew and diversified, the College of Engineering continued to play a pivotal role in providing the research and engineering expertise necessary for that growth.

In today’s competitive environment, graduates of the college are the entrepreneurs developing high-tech companies that are creating jobs and improving our quality of life.

An engineering education will provide the research to build new industries and the knowledge for those who run them.

 

College

College of Engineering

Campus where offered

Tuition and Fees

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Completion Requirements
Admissions Information

Minimum Credit Units (33)

Core Coursework Requirements

Master’s programs are 30 credit hours and can be completed in 2 semesters.  

The ME program consists of the following requirements:

Core courses:                                                     17 units

  • At least 9 units in emphasis area
  • 5-8 units of electives (including up to 6 units of one-unit short courses)
  • 0-3 units of independent study or report

Business / Engineering Management (at least)      3 units

Applied Engineering/Mathematics (at least)          3 units

Entrepreneurship/Innovation/Design (at least)      3 units

Advanced Engineering Science (at least)              3 units

Research Seminar                                             1 unit

 

TOTAL:                                                          30 units

Students must select one emphasis area and take at least 9CH from that area and 5-8CH of elective courses from one or more of the areas listed below. Additionally, all ME candidates must enroll in one unit of MNE 696A.  Students in the ME program may take no more than 6 units of short courses and no more than 3 units of independent studies or report.  

Pre-requisites Needed for Graduate Admission: The background coursework we look for is 3 semesters of calculus (for some emphasis areas differential equations is required), 1-2 semesters of physics (depending on the emphasis area), statics (for some emphasis areas strength of materials and mechanics of fluids), and a basic understanding of geologic principles.

 

Additional Requirements

See required coursework

Student Handbook

Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.

Admissions Requirements

We do not accept terminal masters, all applications must be for the PhD program

Standardized Tests

Required test(s): GRE

Funding Opportunities

The Academic Unit has not provided this information.

Funding Opportunities

Domestic & International Applicants

Fall:December 15th

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The Colorado Heights University is 4832

Last revised 06 Oct 2020