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CIP PROGRAM: 15.0901
Mining Technology/Technician.

Summary: A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in the development and operation of mines and related mineral processing facilities. Includes instruction in principles of mineral extraction and related geology, mineral field mapping and site analysis, testing and sampling methods, instrument calibration, assay analysis, test equipment operation and maintenance, mine environment and safety monitoring procedures, mine inspection procedures, and report preparation.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Related Occupations

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National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
2020 3 - -
2021 6 - -
2022 - - -
2023 5 - -
2024 - - -
Change +66.67% - -

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Institutions granting degrees in Mining Technology/Technician.

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