Mining engineering is an engineering discipline that applies science and technology to the extraction of minerals from the earth. Mining engineering is associated with many other disciplines, such as geology, mineral processing and metallurgy, geotechnical engineering and surveying. A mining engineer may manage any phase of mining operations – from exploration and discovery of the mineral resource, through feasibility study, mine design, development of plans, production and operations to mine closure.

With the process of Mineral extraction, some amount of waste and uneconomic material are generated which are the primary source of pollution in the vicinity of mines. Mining activities by their nature cause a disturbance of the natural environment in and around which the minerals are located. Mining engineers must therefore be concerned not only with the production and processing of mineral commodities, but also with the mitigation of damage to the environment both during and after mining as a result of the change in the mining area.

The act of mining required different methods of extraction depending on the mineralogy, geology, and location of the resources. Characteristics such as mineral hardness, the mineral stratification, and access to that mineral will determine the method of extraction.

Generally, mining is either done from the surface or underground. Mining can also occur with both surface and underground operations taking place on the same reserve. Mining activity varies as to what method is employed to remove the mineral.

Required documents

1.Application form for international students studying in Liupanshui Normal University;

2.Scholarship application form for international students studying in Liupanshui Normal University;

3.Curriculum Vitae(in Chinese);

4.Copies of highest degree and diploma certificates;

5.Scanned copies of passport(the page with photo);

6.Valid health certificate(Health examination form);

7.Financial statement(provide a copy of bank deposit of over ten thousand yuan);

8.The applicants under the age of 18 years old should submit Letters of approval and provide the emergency contact number of their legal guardians in China.