MET0104TA – NonFerrous Extractive Metallurgy

Description

Estimated time: 6 hours

Language: English

Modality: Virtual.

Summary of the course

Extractive metallurgy -a branch of metallurgical engineering is about the study of processes and methods of extraction of valuable metals from their natural mineral deposits and refining the extracted raw metals into a purer form. It covers all aspects of the life cycle of ores such as washing, concentration, separation, chemical processes, and extraction of pure metal and their alloying to suit various applications, for direct use as an end product. This eLearning course focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of the extraction of nonferrous metals. This course will help students to learn about the discovery of metals and their importance, uses of nonferrous metals, exploration methods, methods of beneficiation, principles of metals extraction, general methods of extraction, etc.

By the end of this module you will be able to understand:-
1. Techniques, processes, and operations used during metal extraction and refining
2. Extraction of metals from oxide ores, sulphide ores, and halides as well extraction of precious metals (Gold & Silver)
3. Selection of the correct process routes, reactors and be able to optimize and control them