Academic Support

Tutoring

Tutoring offers academic support designed to advance your content mastery. The journey to mastery extends beyond the confines of lecture halls and textbooks. It’s the extra bit of understanding and effort that comes from seeking support. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but a testament to your commitment to excellence!

Whether you’re navigating the complexities of calculus, striving to write an excellent technical paper, or deciphering the nuances of computer programming – this page is here to help you navigate all the resources available.

Remember that the faculty at the Colorado School of Mines are more than just instructors – they are your allies and cheerleaders! Check your course syllabi for faculty office hours to ask questions, discuss future aspirations, or research opportunities.

Contact

Undergraduate Studies
Alderson Hall, Suite 451
Golden, CO 80401

undergrad.services@mines.edu

I need help with…

Find our most-requested support services by topic:

A core curriculum course

- CASA Core Review Sessions: Core Review Sessions are large review sessions leading up to exams for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics. In addition, the facilitators hold weekly office hours for additional help.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/csi/
- CASA Tutoring: Tutoring is a walk-in service, Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Search tutors by course number (ex: MATH225, PHGN200, etc.) or find a tutor in a specific major. Tutoring is available in Aspen Hall, the library, and online through Zoom.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/tutoring/
- Faculty in CASA: Faculty for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics hold weekly office hours at CASA in Aspen Hall for extra help outside of your regular professors’ office hours.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/faculty/

A physics course

- Physics Central: If you have questions relating to the PHGN100 and PHGN200 curricular material (e.g., discussion, studio and homework help), need clarifications on course logistics, or simply wanting to chat with someone about an interesting phenomenon of the natural physical world, you will find a TA and/or faculty willing and able to help you in this dedicated space. For the most up-to-date information, check your Canvas course page.
  - Physics Central Spring 2024 Schedule
- CASA Core Review Sessions (Physics I and II): Core Review Sessions are large review sessions leading up to exams for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics. In addition, the facilitators hold weekly office hours for additional help.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/csi/
- CASA Tutoring: Tutoring is a walk-in service, Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Search tutors by course number (ex: MATH225, PHGN200, etc.) or find a tutor in a specific major. Tutoring is available in Aspen Hall, the library, and online through Zoom.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/tutoring/
- Faculty in CASA: Faculty for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics hold weekly office hours at CASA in Aspen Hall for extra help outside of your regular professors’ office hours.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/faculty/

A math course

- AMS Learning Center: Offering help with mathematics courses, homework, and exam preparation in-person or on Zoom.
  - https://ams.mines.edu/ams-learning-center/
- CASA Core Review Sessions: Core Review Sessions are large review sessions leading up to exams for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics. In addition, the facilitators hold weekly office hours for additional help.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/csi/
- CASA Tutoring: Tutoring is a walk-in service, Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Search tutors by course number (ex: MATH225, PHGN200, etc.) or find a tutor in a specific major. Tutoring is available in Aspen Hall, the library, and online through Zoom.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/tutoring/
- Faculty in CASA: Faculty for Chemistry, Calculus, and Physics hold weekly office hours at CASA in Aspen Hall for extra help outside of your regular professors’ office hours.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/faculty/

A paper or lab report

- Writing Center: Offering both in-person and online tutoring by appointment or attend drop-in hours with the Undergraduate Writing Fellows (UWFs).
  - https://writing.mines.edu/
- Library Research Guides: Suggested databases, books, journals, websites and more on your research topic or discipline. All guides are tagged to a librarian who can help find and incorporate resources into your work.
  - https://libguides.mines.edu/

A presentation or speech

- Writing Center: Offering both in-person and online tutoring by appointment or attend drop-in hours with the Undergraduate Writing Fellows (UWFs).
  - https://writing.mines.edu/

A major-specific course

- CASA Tutoring: Tutoring is a walk-in service, Sunday – Thursday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Search tutors by course number (ex: MATH225, PHGN200, etc.) or find a tutor in a specific major. Tutoring is available in Aspen Hall, the library, and online through Zoom.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/tutoring/
- Be sure to to check your course syllabus and/or Canvas page for additional tutoring opportunities.

Learning how to study, prepare for an exam, or time management

- Academic Coaching through CASA: One-on-one coaching with a CASA advisor to work on your specific academic skill goals. Topics includes time management, study techniques, test-taking strategies, and more.
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/csi/

With test anxiety

- Counseling Center Workshops: See upcoming workshops for test anxiety and a variety of other wellness presentations available in-person or online.
  - https://www.mines.edu/counseling-center/wellness-workshop/

Preparing for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

FE Review Sessions: Free review sessions are offered in fall and spring to Mines’ full-time seniors and graduate students, covering a different topic weekly.
- https://feexam.mines.edu/

Unsure, or don't see it above

- Contact CASA:
  - Email casa@mines.edu
  - Live chat on https://www.mines.edu/casa/
  - Call (303) 384-2600
- CASA Resources Page:
  - https://www.mines.edu/casa/academic-support/resources/
- Raise Your Hand:
  - https://www.mines.edu/student-life/raise-your-hand/

Academic Support Offices

You may also visit office-specific pages for academic support services by following the links below.

Writing Center

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Support for papers, essays, presentations, cover letters and more can be found at the Writing Center, offering help in-person and online, with workshops and drop-in options available

CASA

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The Center for Academic Services and Advising (CASA) provides academic support, advising, tutoring and other support services to Mines students

Math Center

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Assistance with math problems under the supervision of trained graduate and undergraduate tutors who are mathematics and statistics majors that excel in their coursework

Physics Center

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TA and/or faculty assistance with Physics curricular material is offered in-person and online, for the most up-to-date information check your Canvas course page

Library

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Support throughout the process of finding and evaluating sources; research guides provide suggestions for databases and other sources to start with and librarians are available in person or online for questions and consultations