Department of Mining and Geological Engineering @ College of Engineering || The University of Arizona

For the past 120 years, the Department of Mining and Geological Engineering has been the only university level program in the state providing education and research programs devoted to minerals engineering and the science and engineering of non-renewable resources. We are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700. A summary of our accreditation objectives and outcomes can be found under the "Resources" link on this page or on the College of Engineering accreditation page.

We fulfill the land grant mission of the university by providing engineering education, research, and outreach focusing on the sustainable development of mineral resources.

Mark Iobst inside San Xavier Mine

Mark Iobst takes a snap shot underground at the SX Mine, representing the dedication and respect that the UA Mining Engineers develop through the experience and understanding of mining practices.

Student Chapters

We have active student chapters for the Society of Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), the International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE), and the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists (AEG).

SME, ISEE, AEG

Tucson Section of SME Awards Student Scholarships

The Tucson Section of SME awarded at total of $31,250 in scholarships to 20 mining students at the University of Arizona as a result of its annual scholarship fundraiser program. The section raised $52,800 from more than 40 sponsors.

Article from March 2012 issue of Mining Engineering magazine (PDF)

SME Student Scholarship Award Winners

Drilling Competition on the Mall

Wildcat Miners held the annual drilling competition at Old Main. Check out the story.

Through years of tradition, the two winners of the competition are thrown into the water fountain in front of Old Main.

Nick Carouso and Bree McMaster get tossed into fountain

Drilling Competition winners Nick Carouso and Bree McMaster pose in front of Old Main after being thrown into the water fountain.

The tradition started in 1983 when the two main organizers of the event won the drilling contest and were accused of "fixing" the competition and were hauled off and thrown into the fountain.

The Competition for Mine Safety

Our new video about mine safety training at the UA SX Mine and its relationship to the international mining competition is now on Facebook in the Mining and Geological Engineering Students group.

Mine Safety Training - SX

Mining students carry a participating colleague through the adit level of the San Xavier Mine for their Mine Safety Training class

Special MGE Features

Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources

The Lowell IMR is a new interdisciplinary research institute focusing on sustainable resource development. Initial funding for the IMR comes from Science Foundation Arizona and 15 industry partners.

Henry G. "Hank" Grundstedt San Xavier Underground Mining Laboratory

The SX Mine is located in the Pima Mining District, approximately 23 miles south of Tucson. The mine currently utilizes three underground levels, two of which are serviced by a state-of-the-art research hoist.

Blasting Class

Danny Marsh is simulating the steps involved with the intiation of a blast inside the San Xavier Mine while Maurine Propst observes as instructed by safety protocols

Distance Education

We have the capability to capture and stream every lecture we teach live on the internet as well as on-demand after the lecture. Our graduate and continuing education courses are available via distance for short courses, certificates, master's and doctoral levels.

The University of Arizona Mining Department now has a Facebook page for people to view that will help to keep alumni in touch, current students learning, and give future students a taste at what they're missing out on.

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Welcome For the past 120 years, the Department of Mining and Geological Engineering has been the only university level program in the state providing education and research programs devoted to minerals engineering and the science and engineering of non-renewable resources. We are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700. A summary of our accreditation objectives and outcomes can be found under the "Resources" link on this page or on the College of Engineering accreditation page. We fulfill the land grant mission of the university by providing engineering education, research, and outreach focusing on the sustainable development of mineral resources. Mark Iobst takes a snap shot underground at the SX Mine, representing the dedication and respect that the UA Mining Engineers develop through the experience and understanding of mining practices. Student Chapters We have active student chapters for the Society of Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), the International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE), and the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists (AEG).		News Tucson Section of SME Awards Student Scholarships The Tucson Section of SME awarded at total of $31,250 in scholarships to 20 mining students at the University of Arizona as a result of its annual scholarship fundraiser program. The section raised $52,800 from more than 40 sponsors. Article from March 2012 issue of Mining Engineering magazine (PDF) Drilling Competition on the Mall Wildcat Miners held the annual drilling competition at Old Main. Check out the story. Through years of tradition, the two winners of the competition are thrown into the water fountain in front of Old Main. Drilling Competition winners Nick Carouso and Bree McMaster pose in front of Old Main after being thrown into the water fountain. The tradition started in 1983 when the two main organizers of the event won the drilling contest and were accused of "fixing" the competition and were hauled off and thrown into the fountain. The Competition for Mine Safety Our new video about mine safety training at the UA SX Mine and its relationship to the international mining competition is now on Facebook in the Mining and Geological Engineering Students group. Mining students carry a participating colleague through the adit level of the San Xavier Mine for their Mine Safety Training class		Special MGE Features Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources The Lowell IMR is a new interdisciplinary research institute focusing on sustainable resource development. Initial funding for the IMR comes from Science Foundation Arizona and 15 industry partners. Henry G. "Hank" Grundstedt San Xavier Underground Mining Laboratory The SX Mine is located in the Pima Mining District, approximately 23 miles south of Tucson. The mine currently utilizes three underground levels, two of which are serviced by a state-of-the-art research hoist. Danny Marsh is simulating the steps involved with the intiation of a blast inside the San Xavier Mine while Maurine Propst observes as instructed by safety protocols Distance Education We have the capability to capture and stream every lecture we teach live on the internet as well as on-demand after the lecture. Our graduate and continuing education courses are available via distance for short courses, certificates, master's and doctoral levels. The University of Arizona Mining Department now has a Facebook page for people to view that will help to keep alumni in touch, current students learning, and give future students a taste at what they're missing out on. Like us on Facebook!