MDS427 Industrial Minerals and Beneficiation methods

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
MINING ENGINEERING PR.
Code MDS427
Name Industrial Minerals and Beneficiation methods
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label VK Vocational Knowledge Courses E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Doç. Dr. MAHMUT ALTINER
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. HÜSEYİN VAPUR (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To provide knowledge on usage of industrial minerals, specifications, necessary beneficiation methods in application.

Course Content

Asbestos Baryte Boron and boron minerals Feldspar Graphite Clays Magnesite and magnesium bearing minerals and sources Sulphur Talc Fluorite Mica Sand and gravel Limestone and dolomite

Course Precondition

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Resources

Notes

Notes

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Has the basic knowledge on physical properties of industrial minerals and impruties.
LO02 Learns about the usage of industrial minerals.
LO03 Understands processing methods of industrial minerals.
LO04 Has the knowledge Asbestos.
LO05 Has the knowledge Barite
LO06 Has the knowledge Boron and boron minerals
LO07 Has the knowledge Feldspar
LO08 Has the knowledge Graphite
LO09 Has the knowledge Clays
LO10 Has the knowledge Sulphur.
LO11 Has the knowledge limestone.
LO12 Has the knowledge dolomite.
LO13 Has the knowledge Magnesite and magnesium bearing minerals and sources


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. 4
PLO02 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies. 4
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering.
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually.
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Industrial usage of minerals and likewise materials Book reading, internet 0-20 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Asbestos Book reading, internet 20-40 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Baryte Book reading, internet 40-60 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
4 Boron and boron minerals Book reading, internet 60-80 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
5 Feldspar Book reading, internet 80-100 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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6 Graphite Book reading, internet 100-120 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
7 Clays Book reading, internet 120-140 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam Book reading, internet 0-140 Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Magnesite and magnesium bearing minerals and sources Book reading, internet 140-160 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
10 Sulphur Book reading, internet 160-180 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
11 Learned about Talk Book reading, internet 180-200 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
12 Fluorite Book reading, internet 200-220 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Learned about Mica Book reading, internet 220-240 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
14 Sand and gravel Book reading, internet 240-250 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 Limestone and dolomite Book reading, internet 250-260 Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
16 Final Exams All Book reading, internet Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Book reading, internet 0-260 Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
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 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
Final Exam 1 16 16
Total Workload (Hour) 78
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,12
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 20.11.2025 02:24