Mining Engineering

Summary

Mining engineering involves the meticulous evaluation of the feasibility, safety, and productivity of potential mines. Professionals in this field ensure the secure and efficient development of mines while optimizing the extraction of valuable ore reserves. Moreover, they actively engage in research and equipment development to minimize the environmental impact of mining operations, collaborating closely with experts in geotechnology, surveying, and metallurgy.

Career Opportunities in Mining Engineering

Mining engineering offers a diverse range of career opportunities, including:

Ceramic engineers can explore career paths in:

Area & Opportunities
Consultant
Production Manager
Operations Manager
Health and Safety Manager Analyst
Mine Planning
Mine Ventilation Engineer
Mining Investment Analyst
Petroleum Engineer

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How to Pursue a Career in Mining Engineering

Path	Stream	After Graduation	After Post Graduation
1	Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Maths	Pursue B.Tech in Mining Engineering for 4 years	Pursue M.Tech for 2-3 years; Pursue Ph.D for 2-3 years
2	Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Maths	Pursue B.Tech + M.Tech (Dual Degree) in Mining for 5 years	-

Important Facts

Most colleges require a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Class XII.
Some institutions have an age limit.
Opportunities for growth and progress are more prevalent in big and government-funded universities.

Leading Institutes

Top Mining Engineering Institutes in India

College	Location	Website
Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi	Varanasi	iitbhu.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur	Kharagpur	iitkgp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology, Mandi	Mandi	iitmandi.ac.in
Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad	Dhanbad	ismdhanbad.ac.in
National Institute of Technology, Jaipur	Jaipur	mnit.ac.in
National Institute of Technology, Surathkal	Surathkal	nitk.ac.in
National Institute of Technology, Nagpur	Nagpur	vnit.ac.in
National Institute of Technology, Rourkela	Rourkela	nitrkl.ac.in
National Institute of Technology, Raipur	Raipur	nitrr.ac.in
West Bengal University of Technology	Kolkata	wbut.ac.in
ABR College of Engineering & Technology	Kanigiri, Andhra Pradesh	abrcollege.com
AKS University, Satna	Madhya Pradesh	aksuniversity.ac.in
Abdul Kalam Institute Of Technological Sciences	Khammam, Andhra Pradesh	akits.ac.in
Aptitude Academy	Gujarat	aptitudeacademy.in
Anu Bose Institute of Technology	Andhra Pradesh	abit.ac.in	Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology	Udaipur, Rajasthan	mpuat.ac.in
Mugneeram Bangur Memorial Engineering College	Jodhpur, Rajasthan	mbm.ac.in

Top Mining Engineering Institutes in the World

College	Location	Website
Colorado School of Mines	United States	mines.edu
Stanford University	United States	stanford.edu
University of California, Berkeley	United States	berkeley.edu
University of Cambridge	London, United Kingdom	cam.ac.uk
University of Oxford	London, United Kingdom	ox.ac.uk
Massachusetts Institute of Technology	United States	web.mit.edu
Imperial College London	United Kingdom	imperial.ac.uk
ETH Zurich	Switzerland	ethz.ch
University of Hong Kong	Hong Kong	hku.hk
The University of Queensland	Australia	uq.edu.au
The University of Tokyo	Japan	u-tokyo.ac.jp
California Institute of Technology	United States	caltech.edu

Mining Engineering Entrance Exams

Undergraduate

College	Tentative Date	Important Elements	Website
Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)	April	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	jeemain.nic.in
Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced)	May/June	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	jeeadv.ac.in
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission (BITSAT)	May	Mathematics/Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Logical Reasoning, English	bitsadmission.com
Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam (VITEEE)	April	Mathematics/Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English	vit.ac.in
University of Delhi Combined Entrance Exam (DU-CET)	June	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	dtu.ac.in
Consortium Medical, Engineering & Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK)	May	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	comedk.org
Admission Test for ICFAI Science & Technology (ATIT)	May	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English	icfaiuniversity.in
SRM University Engineering Exam (SRMUEE)	April	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology	srmuniv.ac.in
Manipal University Online Entrance Exam (MU-OEE)	March/April	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology	manipal.edu
Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test (IPUCET)	May	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	ipu.ac.in

Postgraduate

College	Tentative Date	Important Elements	Website
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) (Postgraduate)	Jan/Feb	All branches of engineering	gate.iisc.ernet.in

Work Description

Designing, implementing, and monitoring mine development, facilities, systems, or equipment.

Evaluating maps, deposits, and drilling locations to determine the value and potential profitability of mineral, oil, and gas deposits.

Devising solutions for land reclamation, water, and air pollution.

Selecting or creating material handling methods and equipment for efficient transportation of ore and mineral products.

Testing air quality and recommending measures for toxic gas removal.

Scope Of Mining Engineering In India And Abroad

The mining industry significantly contributes to the nation’s GDP, with India being a leading producer of mica, alumina, bauxite, chromite, and iron ore. Mining engineering offers high-demand career opportunities, with job prospects in engineering, sales, management, and operations within departments like Mining Department of Union & State Government and Mines and Minerals Development Corporation.

Job Profiles and Top Recruiters

Mining engineering graduates find employment in various sectors, including Mining Companies, Universities, Government Mining Departments, Oil and Gas Sector, and Consultancies. Top recruiters in the field include Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc Limited, Rio Tinto, Sandvik, IPCL, Coal India, and TELCO.

Top Recruiters (India and Abroad)

India

Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL)
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
Institute for Plasma Research (IPR)

Abroad

The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) (USA)
The Ceramic Society of Japan
The Chinese Ceramic Society (China)
National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) (USA)
German Ceramic Society (Germany)
The British Ceramic Confederation (UK)

Required Skillset For Ceramic Engineering

The ceramic engineering industry is thriving with increasing demand in sectors like medicine, military, and appliances. Ongoing research focuses on developing new technologies and strategies, including superconductors, nuclear breeder materials, implants, advanced composites, nanomaterials, ceramics for medical and scientific products.

Communication
Reasoning
Problem-solving
Time and self-management
Subject (mathematics and science) skills

Course Curriculum For Mining Engineering

Mining Engineering courses, whether at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, focus on:

Building a strong foundation in Mathematics, Science, and Engineering concepts.
Understanding core mining concepts and their practical applications.
Adapting to unfamiliar work environments and the latest technology.
Developing human values, discipline, self-learning, leadership skills, and understanding environmental challenges related to mining.

Pros & Cons of a Career in Ceramic Engineering

Pros

Interesting subject to study
Opportunities to travel for work
Rewarding in terms of financial compensation

Cons

Potential exposure to hazardous working conditions
Possibility of extended periods away from home
Job security affected by ups and downs in the mineral market

Upcoming Trends

Mining Engineering is evolving with emerging trends such as:

Remote Operations and Commissioning
Health and Safety
Collaboration
Artificial Intelligence
Access to Resources
Big Data and Mining
Geopolitics of Mining

Job Profiles and Top Recruiters

After completing a Nanotechnology Engineering course, graduates can work in various sectors, including Electronics, Auto, Aerospace, Medical, Pharmaceuticals, and Forensics. Top recruiters include CSIR, DRDO, BARC, IISc, Amity University, and Dr. Reddy Lab.

Average Salary

Job Profile	Average Salary
Mining Engineer	Rs. 6 lakhs p.a. (Approx.)
Lecturer	Rs. 3-4 lakhs p.a. (Approx.)
Mining Safety Engineer	Rs. 6-7 lakhs p.a. (Approx.)
Operations Manager	Rs. 8 lakhs p.a. (Approx.)
Design Engineer	Rs. 8-9 lakhs p.a. (Approx.)

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