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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MMD306 |
| Name | Mineral Processing II |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. 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
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of the course is to give fundamental knowledge on the concentration methods to extract valuable minerals from ores, to show the basics of the equipments used in the field, to give calculation methods for evaluation of the processes.To teach basic mineral processing subjects which are electrostatic & magnetic seperation, leaching, ion-exchange, solvent extraction, enhancing of magnetic properties and changing physical and chemical properties of ore and gangue minerals by heating.
Course Content
Gravity methods,Theory of electrostatic seperation Application of electrostatic seperation Theory of magnetic seperation Application of magnetic seperation Equipments used in magnetic seperation and selection of these equipments Leaching of low grade ores Stages of leaching of low grade ores Concentration of solutions containing metallic ions (ion-exchange) Concentration of solutions containing metallic ions (solvent extraction) Enhancing of magnetic properties by heating Heat treatments prior to leaching Changing of dissolution properties due to differantial calcination by heat treatment Recoveries of gold and cobalt by hydrometallurgical methods.
Course Precondition
MMD101 Matematik
Resources
Notes
Ders Notu ve Kitaplar
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns about metal extraction from the ores by means of gravity methods, Understands basic mineral processing subjects which are electrostatic & magnetic seperations and theory of hydrometallurgical methods. |
| LO02 | Observes the study of process flowsheets that can be necessary during the industrial applications. |
| LO03 | Has the knowledge on processing of precious and rare earth elements. |
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 to ore dressing, terms | Book reading, internet | |
| 2 | Methods of ore dressing according to size and length differences. | Book reading, internet | |
| 3 | Principles of gravity methods, Jigs | Book reading, internet | |
| 4 | Layer processing | Book reading, internet | |
| 5 | Metal extraction calculations | Book reading, internet | |
| 6 | Static heavy media equipments,Flowsheet design | Book reading, internet | |
| 7 | Stabil processors, Dynamic processors, Principles of gravity methods | Book reading, internet | |
| 8 | Theory of electrostatic seperation, Application of electrostatic seperation | Book reading, internet | |
| 9 | Mid-term exam | Review and problem solving | |
| 10 | Theory of magnetic seperation, Application of magnetic seperation | Book reading, internet | |
| 11 | Equipments used in magnetic seperation and selection of these equipments | Book reading, internet | |
| 12 | Leaching of low grade ores, Stages of leaching of low grade ores | Book reading, internet | |
| 13 | Concentration of solutions containing metallic ions (ion-exchange, solvent extraction) | Book reading, internet | |
| 14 | Enhancing of magnetic properties by heating, Heat treatments prior to leaching | Book reading, internet | |
| 15 | Changing of dissolution properties due to differantial calcination by heat treatment | Book reading, internet | |
| 16 | Final exam | Review and problem solving | |
| 17 | Final exam | Review and problem solving |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 2. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 2. Midterm Exam | 50 | -10 |
| 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 123 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,92 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||