INTRO TO MINING OCCUPATIONS AND OPERATIONS COURSE 

Dual Credit class (3 college, 1 high school)

Introduction to the variety of activities, processes, and products, as well as entry-level jobs associated with Alaska's hard-rock mines. Students will learn about miner safety, traits, and skills, the planning and logistical requirements of remote site mine operations, the important uses of metals in our daily lives, and how mining companies protect the environment and comply with environmental regulations. Students will also learn about mine training, education, and scholarship opportunities available to Alaskans.

• Scholarships are available, making this class completely free for most students 

• Apply for the scholarship and the course here

Greens Creek Mine

HECLA

• Hecla Greens Creek Pathway to Mining Careers

Kensington Mine

Coeur Alaska

• General Recruitment Information - Get hired, get trained

• Maintenance Trainee Program - Free training at UAS

• MAPTS (Mining and Petroleum Training Service Program) - On the job training