PRRE2003

PRRE2003: Process Mineralogy

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Which units require PRRE2003?

PRRE2003 is a prerequisite for 2 units.

What is PRRE2003 about?

A review of the basic principles of mineralogy, including crystal systems and physical properties. Introduction to crystal chemistry and the concept of unit cells. Solid solution in minerals. A survey of the composition and structure of the common ore minerals - native metals, oxides and sulphides. Analytical methods for ore minerals, including x-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electron microbe and SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectroscopy). A review of the mineralogy and textures of the commpn ore deposit types, with special emphasis on how the mineralogy and textures impact on ore processing.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours4 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaWASM: Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering (WASM-MECE) (1155)

Field of Education030300 Process and Resources Engineering (Narrow Grouping)

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How this unit is taught

Lecture1 x 2 hours weekly
Practical1 x 2 hours weekly