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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| MINING ENGINEERING (PhD) | |
| Code | MD614 |
| Name | Kinetics and Mechanism in Extractive Metallurgy |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MAHMUT ALTINER |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The course further bridges theory and practice by examining the kinetics of specific industrial processes, including leaching, roasting, and electrochemical dissolution, while culminating in reactor design and numerical modeling techniques. By the end of the term, doctoral candidates will possess the analytical tools necessary to transform raw experimental data into robust, publication-quality kinetic models.
Course Content
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental and advanced principles governing the rates and mechanisms of chemical reactions in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy. Starting with the core concepts of reaction kinetics and the distinction between thermodynamic driving forces and kinetic barriers, the curriculum dives deep into the mathematical derivation of heterogeneous reaction models, such as the Shrinking Core Model (SCM) for various particle geometries. Students will gain expert proficiency in identifying rate-controlling steps—distinguishing between chemical reaction control and mass transfer limitations—and will master the application of the Arrhenius equation for activation energy analysis to decipher complex reaction pathways
Course Precondition
None
Resources
(1) Gupta, CK (2003) Chemical Metallurgy, Principles, and Practice (2) Moore JJ (1981) Chemical Metallurgy, Butterworths (3) Petrucci, R. H., Herring F. G., Madura, J. D., Bissonnette, C., (2015) Genel Kimya - İlkeler ve Modern Uygulamalar - Cilt - I (4) Petrucci, R. H., Herring F. G., Madura, J. D., Bissonnette, C., (2015) Genel Kimya - İlkeler ve Modern Uygulamalar - Cilt - II (5) Altıner (2019) Termodinamik ders notu, yayımlanmamış (6) Altıner (2018) Metalurji, yayımlanmamış (7)Yıldız, K., Malzeme Termodinamiği / Sakarya Ün. Metalurji-Malzeme Mühendisliği (8) Wills, B., Naiper-Munn, T., (2006) Mineral Processing Technology
Notes
Web of science
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understand the fundamental differences between thermodynamic equilibrium and kinetic rates in metallurgical systems. |
| LO02 | Mathematically derive and apply heterogeneous reaction models, such as the Shrinking Core Model (SCM) |
| LO03 | Identify the rate-controlling step (chemical reaction, pore diffusion, or film diffusion) using experimental data. |
| LO04 | Perform statistical validation and model fitting for kinetic data obtained from leaching or roasting processes. |
| LO05 | Use kinetic parameters for the design, optimization, and scale-up of industrial metallurgical reactors. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on master's qualifications, they develop their knowledge in the mining engineering field at the level of expertise. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field of mining engineering. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains a high level of proficiency in the methods and skills required for expertise with the new knowledge gained in a field. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | With the theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of mining engineering, they creates original designs that will bring innovation to science. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses applied knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field of mining engineering in R&D studies. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Can design new systems with R&D studies in the field of expertise. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Be able to systematically approach new knowledge in the field of mining engineering. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applying a method related to the Mining Operations field to a different field or developing a unique method. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can use computer software on subjects related to mining engineering. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | They can apply the knowledge and problem solving skills they have internalized in the mining engineering specialties in interdisciplinary studies. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It contributes to the science and technology literature by publishing the outputs of its academic studies in respected academic environments. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gains problem solving ability in the field of mining engineering. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Can produce solutions to social, scientific and moral issues by using strategic decision making processes. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Can communicate effectively, demonstrating effectiveness in advocating original views within an expert community. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Contribute to scientific discussions by communicating in at least one foreign language, verbally or visually. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Develop computer software on subjects related to mining engineering. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Importance of Metallurgical Kinetics and Basic Definitions | Reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Thermodynamics vs. Kinetics: Driving Forces and Barriers | Reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Reaction Rate Theories and Transition State Theory | Reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Heterogeneous Reactions and Phase Boundaries | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Solid-Fluid Models I: Shrinking Core Model (SCM) | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Solid-Fluid Models II: Porous and Variable Size Particles | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Temperature Effects and Activation Energy Analysis | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
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| 9 | Kinetics in Hydrometallurgical Systems and Leaching Mechanisms | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Pyrometallurgy Kinetics: Roasting and Reduction Reactions | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Electrochemical Kinetics and Mixed Potential Theory | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Reactor Design Principles and Scale-up | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Reactor Design Principles and Scale-up 2 | reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 14 | Software and Numerical Methods in Kinetic Data Analysis | softwares | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Software and Numerical Methods in Kinetic Data Analysis 2 | software | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
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) | 5 | 10 | 50 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 12 | 24 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 140 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,60 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||