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| Code | MDZ309 |
| Name | Mineral Processing 1 |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. OKTAY BAYAT |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. OKTAY BAYAT
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Doç. Dr. MAHMUT ALTINER (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to give students general information about ore preparation, as well as information about the crushing, grinding and classification methods applied in today's mining industry, the principles of the devices used, their application areas and the calculations to be used in process applications. In addition to theoretical information, it is aimed to demonstrate laboratory experiments related to ore preparation processes and to evaluate and interpret experimental data.
Course Content
Introduction to ore preparation, definitions, minerals and ores, crushing, grinding and classification. Experimental study (Crushing, grinding and classification)
Course Precondition
NONE
Resources
CEVHER HAZIRLAMA, 1993, PROF DR OKTAY BAYAT, ÇÜ YAYINI; CEVHER HAZIRLAMA LAB, 1993, PROF DR OKTAY BAYAT, ÇÜ YAYINI
Notes
CEVHER HAZIRLAMA, NECATİ YILDIZ, ISBN: 978-975-96779-1-6, 2007.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Improves the ability to calculate and draw simple ore preparation flow charts. |
| LO02 | Gains the ability to prepare simple ore preparation flow charts. |
| LO03 | Learns the principles of crushing and grinding processes. |
| LO04 | Learns the principles of classification processes. |
| LO05 | Learns to do basic experiments. |
| LO06 | Ore preparation problem solution |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Students has sufficient knowledge on theoretical and applied subjects in the light of contemporary knowledge and scientific approaches in the field of mining. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge she has received in the field of mining in multidisciplinary studies to produce solutions to the problems she has encountered. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyzes problems with the help of up-to-date information and makes inferences for solutions. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It applies physical, chemical, mechanical and mineralogical analyzes in accordance with TSE standards in field studies or laboratory conditions. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the ability to analyze the engineering plans. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It dominates the machinery park in mining enterprises and can use them for the execution of mining activities. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Students has the ability to solve the problems she encounters by working individually or in a team with other disciplines. | 5 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It constantly follows the developments in the mining field, as it knows that the information is not static. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It can use printed publications or databases to obtain the necessary information in mining processes. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she carries out all his/her work in a planned way in order to constantly improve himself/herself and increase her knowledge level. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses computers and other electronic resources in mining. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses at least one foreign language at B1 General Level in order to communicate and access information. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs technical drawings by thinking in three dimensions in the studies she has done in her field. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It has the awareness of adhering to moral and ethical values while carrying out its mining activities. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It is aware of the need to prioritize the environment and the health of employees, as it has an infrastructure on Occupational Health and Safety awareness in mining and their legal obligations. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows that the solutions to the problems in the mining field affect societies and communities, so they have information about the innovative applications and models developed. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to ore preparation, definitions, minerals and ores. Applications and general formulas (theoretical application) explaining the importance of Mineral Processing. | READING BOOKS, INTERNET, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 2 | Theory of comminution, definition of size reduction, purposes, classification, size reduction rate and consumed energy calculations. Experiment 1 (Primary and secondary crushing (jaw, cone and roller crushers) tests). | READING BOOKS, INTERNET, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 3 | Crushing processes and crushing theories, crushing, definition, classification of crushers. Evaluation of crushing test results (theoretical application). | BOOK READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES, INTERNET | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Primary (primary) jaw (single and double support arms), cone (short and long head, symons) crushers. Experiment 2 (SCREEENING). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 5 | Secondary crushers, roller and hammer crushers and their features. Evaluation of screening test results (theoretical application) | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 6 | Creation of breaking circuits (open, closed) and calculations. Experiment 3 (Performance evaluation of sample reduction methods). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Deney / Laboratuvar |
| 7 | Classification of grinding and mills. Evaluation of sample reduction experiment results (theoretical application). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | BOOK READING, INTERNET, HOMEWORKS | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
| 9 | Classical mills, autogenous, semi-autogenous, rod, gravel, ball mills and their properties, calculations regarding mill parameters. Experiment 4 (Grinding I; wet-dry milling). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Deney / Laboratuvar, Grup Çalışması |
| 10 | Micronized mills. Evaluation of grinding test results (theoretical application). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 11 | Grinding circuits, flow diagrams, grinding circuit layouts and calculations. Experiment 5 (Grinding II; effect of grinding parameters). | READING, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES, INTERNET | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Deney / Laboratuvar, Grup Çalışması |
| 12 | Classification theory and systems. Evaluation of grinding II experiment results (theoretical application). | READING BOOKS, INTERNET, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 13 | Screening, definition, classification, industrial screening and working principles. Experiment 6 (Density determination) and evaluation of test results (theoretical application). | SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES, READING BOOKS | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Grup Çalışması, Deney / Laboratuvar, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 14 | Definition of classification, movement of grains in the fluid medium and principles of separation according to size, mechanical classifiers, hydraulic classification. Experiment 7 (Determination of grain liberation). | READING BOOKS, SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Deney / Laboratuvar, Örnek Olay |
| 15 | Hydrocyclone and industrial classification problem solution. Evaluation of grain liberation test results (theoretical application). | SUPPLEMENTS REFERENCES, BOOK READING, INTERNET, HOMEWORK, READING | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Deney / Laboratuvar, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | READING BOOKS, PROBLEMS | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | READING BOOKS AND PROBLEMS | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 124 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,96 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||