Miguel A. Loya College of Engineering
Miguel A. Loya College of Engineering
Mining Engineering offers a powerful path to high-impact, high-paying careers in an essential modern life industry. As global demand for critical materials grows, so does the need for engineers who lead responsible resource development.
Located in a major mining and materials corridor, ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ provides strong access to active mining operations and processing facilities, supported by strong industry partnerships.
Students build a solid foundation in data-driven engineering, geotechnical and materials science, metallurgy, mine safety and environmental stewardship. Hands-on learning is central, with opportunities in labs, fieldwork and real-world industry experiences.
Leading Mining Education in Texas
Partnered with Freeport-McMoRan & Peabody for Real Opportunities
Expected salary after graduation is $100k
Powers Modern Life
Mining provides essential materials for everyday life and modern technologies, including smartphones, batteries, medical devices and energy systems, making the field critical for sustainable development.
Meets Growing Demand
Studying mining engineering offers strong career prospects due to high demand for mining engineers and a significant shortage of graduates in the U.S.
Makes a Real-World Impact
It offers opportunities in a growing, high-demand field while supporting advances in sustainable technologies and the responsible use of natural resources that support life.
George Luxbacher leads the relaunch of the ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Mining Engineering program. His career spans more than five decades in mining research, industry leadership and federal government service. Dr. Luxbacher, the first in his family to attend college, has held executive and technical roles across industries, including serving as president of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME) and twice as president of the American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers (AIME).
Mining engineering graduates are prepared from day one for careers in energy, technology, infrastructure and environmental management, equipping students with the skills to solve complex problems in multinational industries including Freeport-McMoRan and Peabody Energy.
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