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Mining and Geology - specialisation

Mining Machinery and Equipment

Understand the machines that power modern mining.

Understand the design, operation, and maintenance of mining machinery and equipment. You will develop your knowledge of mechanics, automation, drive systems, and diagnostics, preparing yourself to work safely with technical systems.

Level of studyFirst-cycle studies
Duration3.5 years
Mode of studyPart-time
LocationPolkowice
Degree awardedengineer

Is it right for you?

Are you interested in machinery and technical solutions?
Do you enjoy mechanics, automation, and engineering topics?
Do you want to work with modern mining systems and equipment?
You're good at analyzing technical problems and working as part of a team

What will you learn?

Machine Design and OperationYou will gain an in-depth understanding of the principles of design, operation, safe use, and maintenance of machinery and equipment used in mining.
Automation and ControlYou will practice the fundamentals of automation and robotics and learn about the drives and control systems used in mining machinery.
Hydraulics and MechanicsYou will enhance your knowledge of fluid mechanics, power hydraulics, engineering mechanics, and strength of materials.
Technical DiagnosticsYou will learn how to assess the technical condition of machines and how to use the measurement methods applied in their operation.

What will your studies look like?

  1. First year

    You will build engineering foundations

    • You'll discover the basics of math, physics, and chemistry
    • You'll practice the fundamentals of mechanics and engineering graphics
    • You will discover the fundamentals of mining, geology, and hydrogeology
    • You will gain an introduction to mineral resource exploitation and workplace safety
  2. Second year

    You'll learn about mining technologies and machinery

    • You’ll explore underground and open-pit mining
    • You’ll practice the principles of transportation, ventilation, and blasting
    • You’ll begin to learn about the design and operation of machinery
    • You’ll enhance your knowledge of automation, materials science, and mechanics
  3. Third year

    You will develop specialized technical skills

    • You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of hydraulics, drives, and control systems
    • You’ll be able to diagnose the technical condition of machines
    • You will enhance your knowledge of manufacturing engineering and technical mechanics
    • You will practice using measurement systems and evaluating equipment performance
  4. 7th semester

    You'll apply your knowledge in engineering practice

    • You will expand your knowledge of mining machinery and equipment
    • You will complete a field engineering project
    • You will prepare your thesis
    • You will develop the skills needed to work as an engineer
  5. Internships

    960 hours of work experience

    • The internship consists of three phases, each lasting 320 hours, and provides experience in the operation and diagnostics of mining machinery.

Where can you work?

Industry data and trends

Mining Machinery and Equipment specialisation study plan

Sample courses

  • Automation and Robotics
  • Machine Design and Operation
  • Working Hydraulics, Drives, and Control Systems in Mining Machinery and Equipment
  • Diagnostics and Assessment of Machine Condition
  • Metrology and Measurement Systems
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Theory of Motion of Mining Machinery
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