Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MMD305 |
| Name | Mineral Processing I |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. OKTAY BAYAT
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The primary objective of this course is to provide the students with general knowledge related to the common ore preparation techniques and unit operations utilized in todays mining industry. Other objectives of this course are to enable the students to understand and learn experimental works of ore handling, comminution, screening classification and metallurgical accounting.
Course Content
Introduction to mineral processing, defination, minerals and ores, crushing, grinding and classification. Experimental work (Crushing, grinding and classification).
Course Precondition
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Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Demonstrates an ability to prepare the ore for concentration and to design a simple ore preparation circuit, and also learns the principles of the ore handling, size reduction, sizing, classification. Learns to conduct basic experiments. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches | |
| PLO02 | - | Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions | |
| PLO03 | - | Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems | |
| PLO04 | - | Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. | |
| PLO05 | - | Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly | |
| PLO06 | - | Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. | |
| PLO07 | - | Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. | |
| PLO08 | - | Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves | |
| PLO09 | - | Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. | |
| PLO10 | - | Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. | |
| PLO11 | - | Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. | |
| PLO12 | - | Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. | |
| PLO13 | - | Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. | |
| PLO14 | - | Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO15 | - | Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. | |
| PLO16 | - | Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, definition, minerals and ores. Basic formules, theory | Book reading, surfing on the internet | |
| 2 | Communation process, definition, theory, energy calculations. Crushing experiment 1. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 3 | Crushing, theory, crushers. Evaluation of the experiment 1. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 4 | Primary crushers. Screening experiment 2. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 5 | Secondary crushers. Evaluation of the experiment 2. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 6 | Crushing circuits, calculations. Sampling experiment 3. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 7 | Grinding and classification of the mills. Evaluation of the experiment 3. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 8 | Clasic mills, calculations. Grinding experiment 4. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 9 | Mid term exam | ||
| 10 | Micronised mills. Evaluation of the experiment 4. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 11 | Grinding circuits, calculations. Grinding (2) experiment 5. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 12 | Classification, processes. Evaluation of the experiment 5. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 13 | Screening, industrial screening. Gravity determination experiment 6. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 14 | Classification, theory and sytems. Ore sorting experiment 7. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 15 | Hidrocyclone. Evaluation of the experiment 7. | Book reading, surfing on the internet and report presentation | |
| 16 | Final exam (2 hours closed book written). | Book reading | |
| 17 | Final exam (2 hours closed book written). | Book reading |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 200 | -20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 6 | 1 | 6 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 122 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,88 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||