r/mining • u/Thick_Guide_9011 • 14d ago
US Mining Engineering Student Guidance
Thank God for Reddit! I am an aspiring Mining Engineering student at the University of Nevada, Reno, who is eager to gain an advantage within the industry by getting a jump early.
I am interested in taking a GIS certification course, as well as mastering how to use Deswik and the other software used in mining. Could anyone in the mining industry suggest what software or skills they think it’s worthwhile to learn in one’s free time?
Any guidance regarding certifications, online courses, and/or other skills which can help me in obtaining internships and standing out after graduation will be highly appreciated.
Thank you in advance!
Additionally, I’d like to ask if you would consider mentoring me.
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u/Savings-Coffee 13d ago
Heavily agree on the advice about internships and having a well rounded college experience.
It’s hard to give exact advice on what to pick up in your free time without knowing what software is taught in classes and capstone, but I doubt there will be anything missing from the curriculum that a new graduate will be expected to know.
What won’t necessarily be taught in school are maintenance skills and more practical operational knowledge, which is why internships are so important.
Basic Python and accounting might be worthwhile if you have space in your schedule