Course of the week: Bsc. Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering
By Cynthia Grace,
Mining and Mineral processing plays a crucial role in today’s global economy, providing essential raw materials for industries such as construction, manufacturing, and technology. The program offered at the JKUAT Main Campus in Juja develops globally competitive leaders in sustainable resource development. It also provides the knowledge and skills to unlock Kenya’s mineral potential.
In today’s world, preferably in Kenya, the mining sector is rapidly growing, with many mineral resources that have yet to be fully explored and utilized. To meet the demand in this field, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology [JKUAT] offers a Bachelor of Science in mining and mineral processing Engineering, designed to equip students with the technical knowledge and practical skills required for sustained mineral mining extraction and processing.
After enrolling for this course, the students get equipped with information on;
- Resource Exploration and Extraction.
- Resource Processing and Utilization.
- Environmental Stewardship.
- Data Analytics and Technology.
- Resource Project Management.
- Geotechnical Engineering.
The course helps ensure students are prepared to work in potential career paths such as;
- Mining and Quarrying,
- Mineral Processing
- Regulation and Compliance
- Geotechnics
- Environmental and Sustainability
- Research and Academia
- Geothermal and Petroleum Extraction.
- Consulting
With Kenya’s increasing focus on mineral exploration and value addition, professionals trained in this field will play a key role in advancing the country’s mining industry while promoting responsible and eco-friendly mining practices.
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