Mining is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Saskatchewan. In the next 10 years, estimates predict over 15,000 new workers will be needed in the industry - including mining engineering technologists.

Mining engineering technologists work in hard and soft rock mining operations here in Saskatchewan, across Canada, and around the world. It’s a well-paying career that can involve surveying, ventilation, ground control, mine planning, or supervision. You need to be a team player, good at problem-solving, comfortable working with new technology, and committed to workplace safety.

Mining Engineering Technology is a two-year diploma program offered at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon campus. In the classroom and in the lab, you’ll learn to apply scientific principles to basic mining engineering situations.

You’ll develop knowledge and skills in:

• Basic geology, geophysics, electricity, and instrumentation
• Computer applications in mining
• Fluid mechanics
• Ground control
• Mine hydrology and environmental concerns
• Mine ventilation
• Ore processing and transportation
• Project management
• Safety
• Soil, concrete, and shotcrete testing
• Surveying and drafting

Hands-on learning involves everything from computer simulations to geology and surveying labs, to mechanical and materials testing labs. Second-year projects will help you build skills in mine design, blasting, and ventilation. You’ll also carry out an applied research project. This emphasis on learning by doing ensures you’re ready to work from day one after graduation.

Diploma to Degree

Use your diploma to ladder into a mining engineering technology degree at Cape Breton University, Queen’s University, Memorial University, or the University of Saskatchewan.

Accreditation

Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC)

Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) accredits the program at the technologist level. TAC is a bold, world-class accreditation organization, delivering accreditation services for the engineering technology and applied science profession in Canada.

Professional Registration

Technology Professionals Saskatchewan

Technology Professionals Saskatchewan is the provincial regulatory body for graduates of this Saskatchewan Polytechnic program. As a graduate of an accredited program recognized by Technology Professionals Saskatchewan, your academic training places you on an expedited path towards obtaining professional registration as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Technician (C.Tech.). For more information, visit tpsk.ca.