2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

This GIFTS paper details the redesign of the Principles of Mining Engineering course (MIN ENG 1912), which aims to enhance first-year student success as mining engineering students through career preparation, laboratory safety, and involvement with student organizations. Structured as a one-hour lecture and one-hour lab at the Experimental Mine, the course uses active learning techniques and hands-on lab experiences. Student organizations such as the Mine Rescue Team and Mucking Team provide practical experience while introducing students to extra-curricular opportunities. The course redesign demonstrates an enhanced first-year student experience measured by engagement and readiness for academia and industry. This paper will outline the course’s development, student feedback, and plans for further refinement.