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#1 Best College for Mining Technology/Technician in the U.S.

Central Technology Center
Drumright, OK

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$1,967

Median Starting Salary

$59,423

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Mining Technology/Technician

Mining Technology/Technician programs prepare 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.

While Mining Technology/Technician offers degrees up to the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years, most students study towards a Associates degree. Students major in Mining Technology/Technician all around the US, though the major at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level sees the most graduates in Oklahoma. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Mining Technology/Technician is $56,989.

How popular is an Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years in Mining Technology/Technician in OK

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2 degrees awarded
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years in Mining Technology/Technician makes up 0.32% of all Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years awarded in Oklahoma

Careers

Some of the highest paying careers for Mining Technology/Technician majors include Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians, Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other and Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas. But, something else to think about is how much demand there is for certain jobs. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Mining Technology/Technician can prepare you for are Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas, Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other and Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Mining Technology/Technician majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Mining Technology/Technician majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2
Female Students
(0%)
Male Students
2 (100%)

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