Mining Engineering (Thesis) (M.Sc.) (45 credits)
Offered by: Mining & Materials Engineering (Faculty of Engineering)
Degree: Master of Science
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
The M.Sc. in Mining Engineering focuses on both fundamental and applied research. A two- to three-semester independent research project, leading to a thesis, is undertaken in any research area of mining science, engineering or technology, as well as closely related fields.
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Thesis Courses (27 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MIME 690 | Thesis Research 1. | 6 |
Thesis Research 1. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
| MIME 691 | Thesis Research 2. | 3 |
Thesis Research 2. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
| MIME 692 | Thesis Research 3. | 6 |
Thesis Research 3. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
| MIME 693 | Thesis Research 4. | 3 |
Thesis Research 4. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
| MIME 694 | Thesis Research 5. | 6 |
Thesis Research 5. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
| MIME 695 | Thesis Research 6. | 3 |
Thesis Research 6. Terms offered: Summer 2025 Independent research work under the direction of the Thesis Supervisor and the Supervisory Committee, if any. | ||
Required Courses (6 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MIME 601 | Engineering Laboratory Practice. | 0 |
Engineering Laboratory Practice. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. The basics of laboratory safety in mining and materials engineering laboratories. Mandatory safety orientation (administration, contacts, fire, waste, emergency procedures) and official WHMIS training. | ||
6 credits from:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MIME 673 | Mining Engineering Seminar. | 6 |
Mining Engineering Seminar. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. For students registered in the Graduate Diploma or Master's programs in Mining. | ||
Complementary Courses (12 credits)
12 credits at the 500-level or higher selected from within and/or outside the Department in consultation with the student's supervisor and/or Advisory Committee.