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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDS302 |
| Name | Critical Raw Materials |
| Term | 2026-2027 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 | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| 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
o provide students with a comprehensive understanding of raw materials with high supply risks, their roles in high-tech applications, sustainable supply chain management, and recovery from secondary sources.
Course Content
Definition and methodology of criticality; global and national raw material strategies; geology and beneficiation methods of strategic minerals such as rare earth elements (REE), lithium, cobalt, graphite, antimony, and magnesium; urban mining and circular economy; Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and environmental sustainability in mining.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
European Commission - Study on the EU's list of Critical Raw Materials. Hayes, S. M., & McCullough, E. A. (2018). Critical Metals Handbook. Dergiler: Resources Policy, Journal of Cleaner Production, Minerals Engineering.
Notes
web of science database
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Analyze the underlying criteria and methodologies for classifying a mineral as "critical" or "strategic." |
| LO02 | Identify and categorize the essential raw material groups required for green energy and high-tech applications. |
| LO03 | Evaluate the technical processes for recovering raw materials from secondary sources, such as industrial waste and fly ash. |
| LO04 | Apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) principles to model and assess environmental sustainability in mining and metallurgical projects. |
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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | |
| 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 | Introduction and Criticality Methodology | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Global Raw Material Strategies | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Rare Earth Elements (REE) | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Battery Metals (Li, Co, Ni, Graphite) | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Semiconductors and Digital Technologies | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Defense and Aerospace Metals (Sb, Mg, W) | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Urban Mining and Recycling | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Fundamentals of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | National Potential and Analysis of Türkiye | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Future Technologies and Substitution | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Recovery of Strategic Metals from Industrial Wastes (Fly Ash, Slag, etc.) | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Supply Chain Security and Mineral Economics Diplomacy | Lesson notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Evulation of Homeworks | homeworks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 15 | Evulation of homeworks 2 | homeworks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 5 | 5 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 76 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,04 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||