M.Tech Mining Engineering

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Master of Technology in Mining Engineering

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

M.Tech Mining Engineering or Master of Technology in Mining Engineering is a postgraduate Mining Engineering course. Mining engineering is the practice, theory, science, technology, and application of obtaining and processing minerals from their natural environment. Mining engineering also encompasses the processing of valuable minerals.

The Mining Engineering course syllabus is organized into four semesters, including a list of electives. The Master of Technology study in Mining Engineering normally lasts two years, however, this varies on the criteria of the various institutes. The Mining Engineering course is significant and career-oriented in nature, and its completion offers up many prospects for applicants.

M.Tech Mining Engineering Eligibility

  • Aspiring candidates should have passed BE / B.Tech degree in Civil / Mining / Agricultural Engineering / Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Electronics and Communications Engineering / Computer Science Engineering from a recognized University.
  • The candidates should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent in their Bachelor's.

M.Tech Mining Engineering Syllabus

Syllabus of Mining Engineering course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Tech Mining Engineering Semester-I

Sr. No. 

Subjects of Study

1

Advance Environmental Engineering

2

Rock Excavation Engineering

3

Practicals

  • Mining Engineering Lab
  • Rock Excavation Engineering Lab

4

Elective-I

  • Ground Control Instrumentation
  • Rock Slope Technology
  • Strata Control Technology

5

Elective-II

  • Advanced Surface Mining
  • Mining of Deep-Seated Deposits
  • Tunnelling

6

Elective-III

  • Advanced Coal Mining
  • Environmental Management
  • Mine Fires and Spontaneous Heating

M.Tech Mining Engineering Semester-II

1

Advanced Mine Planning

2

Mine Management

3

Advanced Environmental Engineering Lab

4

Mining Engineering Lab-II

5

Elective-IV

  • Advanced Mine Ventilation and Metalliferous Mining
  • Noise Impact Assessment and Control
  • Rock Mechanics Application to Environmental Problems

6

Elective-V

  • Application of Artificial Intelligence in Mining
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Safety Risk Assessment & Management

7

Elective-VI

  • Geo-aspects Management of low and high-risk solid by-products
  • Surface Mining Systems
  • Underground Mining Systems

M.Tech Mining Engineering Semester-III

1

Summer Research / Industrial Project

2

Research Project Work and Project Review

M.Tech Mining Engineering Semester-IV

1

Seminar & Technical Writing

2

Research Project Work and Project Review-II

3

Dissertation

 

M.Tech Mining Engineering Colleges

M.Tech Mining Engineering Course Suitability

  • Individuals who can think logically, notice things in detail, work well in groups, and have strong communication skills are the best candidates.
  • Apart from this, mining knowledge and engineering competence, mining, strong management abilities, people skills, and a solid understanding of financial and commercial concepts should be required.
  • Individuals who desire to become instructors and lecturers after earning their Master's degree and further certifications are also qualified.

How is the M.Tech Mining Engineering Course Beneficial?

  • Mining careers range from operations engineer to mine manager, mine designer, health and safety manager, consulting engineer, sales engineer, and so on.
  • They can also pursue R&D activities, as well as management, consulting, and sales.
  • They can find work not just in India, but also in the Gulf nations such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE/Dubai, and Qatar, where there is a great need for mining engineers.
  • After attaining specific educational requirements, they can pursue a career in teaching.

M.Tech Mining Engineering Employment Areas

  • Academic Institutions
  • Adani Mining Pvt. Ltd.
  • Essel Mining & Industries Ltd.
  • Gulf Countries (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE/Dubai & Qatar)
  • Coal India Ltd.
  • Steel Authority of India Ltd.
  • Manganese Ore India Ltd.
  • Singareni Collieries Company Ltd.
  • Uranium Corporation of India Ltd.

M.Tech Mining Engineering Job Types

  • Assistant Mining Engineer
  • Key Account Manager
  • Mining Engineer
  • Research Engineer / Research Scientist
  • Technical Consultant
  • Technology Program Leader

Advanced Course in M.Tech Mining Engineering

  • PhD