Employment opportunities in the coal industry

Journal Article · Fri Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1985 · Min. Eng. (Littleton, Colo.); (United States)

OSTI ID:6360784

McMillan, T R

Examining the short- and long-term job prospects for engineers in the coal industry might include looking at coal tonnage projections, future export markets, federal regulations, and the decrease in overall graduates. But coal is the US' most competitive basic industry. As such, why not go back to basics. That is, there are three basic challenges that need to be faced by students, faculty, and members of the coal industry. These challenges are counseling, career placement, and professionalism.

• Research Organization: Consolidation Coal Co., Pittsburgh, PA
• OSTI ID: 6360784
• Journal Information: Min. Eng. (Littleton, Colo.); (United States), Vol. 37:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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