BS Mining Engineering at Pennsylvania State University

Mining contributes to nearly 15 percent of the U.S. and 25 percent of the global economy. Mined products are significant and critical inputs to food production, manufacturing, construction, and electricity supply, and each year every person in the U.S. requires an average of 38,500 pounds of new minerals to equip and power their day-to-day activities. Over 14,000 mines distributed throughout the U.S. supply the majority of these mined products.

Faculty: College of Earth and Mineral Sciences  |  Duration: minimum 131 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 131 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include Chemical Principles I, Experimental Chemistry I, Introductory Microeconomic Analysis and Policy, Cornerstone Engineering Design, Electrical Circuits and Power Distribution, Statics and Strength of Materials.

Career pathways

Graduates will be prepared to work domestically or internationally to develop or operate mines or to work in supporting activities like engineering consulting, equipment development and supply, banking, regulatory enforcement, or research.

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