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A ROADMAP FOR MINERALS PROCESSING EDUCATION

1. Curriculum
The program must prepare graduates to apply mathematics through
differential equations, calculus-based physics, general chemistry, and
probability and statistics as applied to mining engineering problem
applications; to have fundamental knowledge in the geological sciences
including characterization of mineral deposits, physical geology, structural
or engineering geology, and mineral and rock identification and properties;
to be proficient in statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics,
thermodynamics, and electrical circuits; to be proficient in engineering
topics related to both surface and underground mining, including: mining
methods, planning and design, ground control and rock mechanics,
health and safety, environmental issues, and ventilation; to be proficient
in additional engineering topics such as rock fragmentation, materials
handling, mineral or coal processing, mine surveying, and valuation and
resource/reserve estimation as appropriate to the program objectives. The
laboratory experience must prepare graduates to be proficient in geologic
concepts, rock mechanics, mine ventilation, and other topics appropriate
to the program objectives.

2. Faculty
Evidence must be provided that the program faculty understand
professional engineering practice and maintain currency in their respective
professional areas. Program faculty must have responsibility and authority
to define, revise, implement, and achieve program objectives.

And for Chemical Engineering:

Chemical (and Biological) Engineering

These program criteria apply to engineering programs that include
“chemical,” “biochemical,” “biomolecular,” or similar modifiers in their titles.

1. Curriculum
The curriculum must provide a thorough grounding in the basic sciences
including chemistry, physics, and/or biology, with some content at an
advanced level, as appropriate to the objectives of the program. The

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