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| META0431-4 | Mineral processing (processes)
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| Duration : | 30h Th, 30h Labo., 10h Proj. |
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| Lecturer : | Stoyan Gaydardzhiev |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Organisation and examination :
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| Teaching in the second semester |
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Course contents :
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| This course is dealing with the existing modern mineral processing methods. Its objective is to acquaint the students with the basics of these methods met in nowadays mining practice. Basic techniques for bulk solids characterization, particle measurement and their implication to fragmentation, phase's liberation and estimation of separation efficiency are discussed. The principles of size reduction and classification and the associated equipment are covered. The importance of energy reduction in mineral processing is stressed. The mineral separation techniques discussed encompass gravity, magnetic, electrostatic, physicochemical (froth flotation) and hydrometallurgical (in-situ leaching) methods. The principles of their integration in modern ore processing flow-sheets are presented. Finally, examples dealing with the involvement of mineral separation techniques in the niche of materials recovery from secondary resources and industrial wastes are presented. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| By attending this course, students will be capable to:
understand the basic principles behind each mineral separation technique;
to integrate various processing techniques in a complete flowsheet leading to efficient extraction of valuable components met in particular ore;
to make logical link between applied mineralogy, mineral process technology and economics;
to apply their knowledge in real case studies of mineral processing practice |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| It is advisable to have knowledge about mineral chemistry and applied mineralogy |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| Lab works involving granulometric analysis (sieving), classification, separation (gravity, magnetic, electrostatic ...), froth flotation and leaching. Flowsheet design. Calculation - balance, metal grade, recovery. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| Face-to-face
Second quadrimester 2014-15 - dates to be confirmed
The ppt slides are in English |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| The lecture material as pdf files is available at the eCampus of the course. The instructions for the practical works will be distributed during the semester.
Additional references:
Wills B.A. , Napier-Munn T.J., 2006. Mineral processing technology: an Introduction to the practical aspects of ore treatment and mineral recovery, Seventh edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd. - . Accessible on-line via science direct
Kelly E.G., Spottiswood, D., J., 1982. Introduction to mineral processing. John Willey & Sons.
Ek C., Masson A., Cours de mineralurgie (Preparation des Minerais), 1973, Editions Derouaux, Liege. |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Oral exam - 70 %.
Presentation of lab results - 30 % (group reports)
The exam could be conducted either in French or in English
Please note
Students who have not attented all the lab practicals are not eligible for taking the exam |
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Work placement(s) :
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| internship not included |
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Organizational remarks :
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| The course is delivered during the second quadrimester. |
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Contacts :
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| Stoyan GAYDARDZHIEV - Prof. B 52/3, office -1/412, 04 3669120
S.Gaydardzhiev@ulg.ac.be
Pierre-Henry KOCH, Assistant B 52/3, ph.koch@ulg.ac.be(x.decamp@ulg.ac.be) |
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