Mining Technology

The Mining Technology program focuses on the knowledge needed to succeed in the coal mining industry. Emphasis is given to the statutory rights and safety procedures in all offerings, including the self-rescuer device, transportation controls, communication controls, mining conditions, mining methods, and mining cycle. You will operate and troubleshoot virtual mining equipment. Upon graduation from the program, you will be knowledgeable of escapeways, emergency procedures, roof control, ground control, ventilation, health hazards, clean-up and rock dusting, health and safety aspects of assigned task, mine gases, explosives, and first aid. Kentucky Coal Academy scholarships are available for Mining Technology students

Available Credentials

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

• Operator: 61-72 credit hours
• Electrician: 60-74 credit hours
• Supervisor: 62-73 credit hours
• Mechanic: 60-72 credit hours
• Engineering Operations: 65-76 credit hours

Certificate

• Underground Operator: 14 credit hours
• Underground Mechanic/Electrician: 32-34 credit hours
• Underground Supervisor: 20 credit hours
• Surface Operator: 16 credit hours
• Surface Supervisor: 17 credit hours
• Surface Field Mechanic: 14-16 credit hours
• Surface Technician/Greaser: 6 credit hours

For program course requirements, consult the Madisonville Advising Plan.

Admission Requirements

This program has no special admission requirements. Please consult MCC’s general admission requirements.

For more information

Rick Caskey
(270) 824-1762
rickd.caskey@kctcs.edu

This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.