Mineral processing
3 points * 18 lectures, 6 tutorials * Clayton
Objectives The student is expected to develop an appreciation of the interdependence of mineral processing operations with upstream and downstream operations; knowledge of the major mineral separation techniques and relevant unit operations used in mineral processing; an appreciation of the methods used to characterise material in process streams; an understanding of the types of models used to predict the performance of the major unit operations; and the ability to predict and optimise plant performance using standard models of unit operations.
Synopsis Sampling of ore-bodies and process streams, cut-off grades, evaluation of separation processes, froth flotation, gravity and other separations, simple model of a concentrator.
Assessment Project: 60% * Assignments: 40%
Recommended texts
Kelly E G and Spottiswood D J Introduction to mineral processing latest edn, Wiley
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