The mining industry is dynamic and ever-changing, and Cambrian's Mining Engineering Technician program will challenge you to explore why and how things work and to find innovative solutions to problems.

As you learn and live in one of the mining centres of the world, you will prepare to become part of mining engineering teams responsible for a wide range of projects involving surveying, drafting, design, environmental studies, industrial geological and geophysical fieldwork, ventilation, ground control, and supervision.

Industry-experienced faculty members will guide your progress and understanding through examples gained from industry experience, field trips in the renowned Sudbury basin and surrounding area, and hands-on demonstrations. You will benefit from a variety of experiential learning opportunities, including activities at an active mine site to gain a broad understanding of the various aspects of mining engineering as well as communication and leadership skills.

Upon completion of the technician diploma, you may choose to continue your studies in the mining engineering technology advanced diploma program (MNTY).

Program Highlights
2 years – 4 semesters
Gain a solid foundation in surveying, geology, AutoCAD, mine development, mine ventilation, and more
10-day field school at the end of the second semester
Field trips to mine sites and/or mining suppliers when available
Annual Mining Day conference provides networking opportunities with industry professionals
Fieldwork/Placement
There is a field school for 10 days following the end of the second semester. Students complete applied projects related to study areas within the mining program.

4D Learning Opportunities
Mining Day Conference – Each year, Cambrian College, Laurentian University, and Collège Boréal students spend the day networking with industry guest speakers and hearing about the latest trends and issues in the mining industry.

Accreditation
Cambrian's Mining Engineering Technology program is accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC), which includes the curriculum of the Mining Engineering Technician program.

In addition, our graduates are recognized by The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), which will give you access to career development opportunities and a national network of engineering professionals.

Graduates of Cambrian's MNTN program may apply to enter directly into Semester 5 of the Mining Engineering Technology (MNTY) program.

Employment Opportunities
Graduates may find employment in mineral resources exploration or in the operations of surface or underground mines. Graduates may be employed in a mine engineering office or in mine production. Some graduates may find work in more specialized areas such as:

Mine Surveying
Ground control
Mine ventilation
Mine safety
Field exploration
Mine Geology
Mine Planning
Graduates of this program may apply to continue into Cambrian College's Mining Engineering Technology advanced diploma program or seek job opportunities in the mining and mineral resources industry.