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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDS410 |
| Name | Mineral Proc. Tailings And Effluent Man. |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. 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 | Prof. Dr. HÜSEYİN VAPUR |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To inform the students about the properties (chemical and physical) of solid and liquid residues obtained as a result of ore enrichment processes, their storage, and rendering some liquid residues harmless by chemical methods.
Course Content
Physical and chemical properties of mineral processing residues Engineering characteristics of mineral processing residues (storage characteristics, segregation, sedimentation, permeability) Storage of solid residues 1 Storage of solid residues
Course Precondition
no
Resources
Ore Enrichment, Facility Residues, Environmental Effects, Precautions- Mehmet Karadeniz
Notes
Ore Preparation and Enrichment, Necati Yıldız
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows about the effects of physical and chemical properties of mineral processing tailings on disposal methods. |
| LO02 | Knows about tailing disposal methods. |
| LO03 | Learns about sedimantation of solids in effluents and other solid/liquid seperation methods. |
| LO04 | Learn about solid tailing disposal models. |
| LO05 | Learn about solid tailing disposal alternatives. |
| LO06 | Learn about the design and seismic stability of tailings dams |
| LO07 | Learn about the control of surface waters on tailings dams. |
| LO08 | general Learn about infiltrations. |
| LO09 | Learns the determination of the characteristics of tailing pulp |
| LO10 | The gold recovery process obtains information on the assessment of the resulting cyanide residues. |
| LO11 | Learn about acid-mineral drainage. |
| LO12 | Has an understanding of rehabilition of gold processing effluents. Understands acid-mine drainage subjects. |
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. | |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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 | Physical and chemical properties of mineral processing tailings | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Engineering properties of solid tailings of mineral processing (disposal characterictics, segregation, sedimantation, permeability). | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Solid tailing disposal 1 | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Solid tailing disposal 2 | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Solid tailing disposal 3 | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Modelling of tailings disposal | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Alternatives of tailings disposal | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Literature reasearch | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Designing of tailing dams and sysmic stabilitiy | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Controlling of surface water into tailing dams | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Leakages | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Determination of characteristics of tailing pulps | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Evaluation of tailings containing cyanide obtained from gold processing plants | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Acid-Mine drainage 1 | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Acid-Mine drainage 2 | Literature reasearch | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Literature reasearch | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Literature reasearch | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
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| 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 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 71 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,84 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||