Overview
Description
Laboratory experiences of current pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and extractive processing techniques used in ore identification, classification and extraction operations.
Requirements
Prerequisites
MINE 324
Corequisites
MET 410
Recommended Preparation
MET 431
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): MINE 324.
Corequisites
Corequisite(s): MET 410.
Recommended Preparation
Recommended Preparation: MET 431.
Units
Laboratory Studio1
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring
Terms
spring
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- identify and scope appropriate testing for characterization of standard mineral and mine samples.
- demonstrate standard hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy extractive processes on ores.
- analyze data obtained from extractive processes and characterize laboratory samples.
- summarize the experimental process, including experimental technique, data obtained, data analysis, and conclusions.
- identify, explain and moderate hazards and environmental impacts in laboratory metallurgical processing.