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Natural Resources - Mining Techniques

1-year, Ontario College Certificate Program

Program Info

The Mining Techniques Program at Confederation College is a one-year Ontario College Certificate Program with unique opportunities for graduates. Graduates of the Mining Techniques program may choose to enter the workforce after receiving their one-year College Certificate. Alternatively, graduates may choose to enter directly into the second year Mining Engineering Technician programs at Cambrian College or Northern College. An articulation agreement among the three Ontario colleges provides for the full credit recognition of prior learning.

What can you expect to be able to do when you graduate from the Mining Techniques program? The following graduate learning outcomes answer this question:

  • Utilize a knowledge of open-pit and underground mining activities, processes, and methods; types of ore bodies; map interpretation; and basic geology to assist in planning and development.
  • Use CAD software to produce industry-standard technical drawings.
  • Perform surveys appropriate to both mining and civil needs.
  • Utilize computer software to produce technical reports, presentations, and calculations.
  • Perform basic mathematical operations and solve mathematical problems related to the physics of mining.
  • Utilize communication skills to effectively communicate and respond to written, spoken, and visual messages.
  • Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and achievement of goals.
Employment Opportunities: 

The mining sector and related industries have always been among the highest paying sectors of the economy. Demand for workers in the mining industry is on the rise and long term forecasts show the demand will last.

 

Direct employment in the mining industry involves activities at the mine site, including underground work, office work, and field work. Employment with exploration companies typically involves outdoors and office work.

 

Opportunities for employment include such areas as mining surveying; mining planning; mineral extraction; technical drawing; industrial, geological, geophysical fieldwork; environmental control; assaying; process control; and technical sales.

Admission Requirements: 
  1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
  2. or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment
  3. or appropriate credits from Academic and Career Entrance.

Additional Courses Required:

  • Grade 12 English (College or University Preparation)
  • Grade 11 MCF3M Functions and Applications or MCR3U Functions or Grade 12 MAP4C Foundations for College Math or MCT4C Mathematics for College Technology or University Preparation.

All students will be assessed to determine their mathematics placement. Assessment will determine whether students will be placed in MA131 or mathematics enhancement courses.

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements are encouraged to apply for the Pre Technology Program to facilitate success in their technology path.

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