Metal Extraction Processes Specialisation

This specialisation is appropriate for students with an existing chemistry background and interest. It covers major chemical extraction processes and how ore characteristics govern process selection and operation. Students will gain experience regarding various metal extraction systems and their benefits and limitations as well as linkages to mineralogy and other processing units. This growing field will be key moving forward as metal demand for a diverse range of commodities and applications grows rapidly and this specialisation is ideal for students interested in sustainable chemical processing in the minerals and metal production industry.

• Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of fundamental science, mathematics, data analytics, information science, sustainability principles and/or computing, GC1
• Solve metallurgical engineering problems of industrial and societal significance via innovative and creative design or research, working individually or in teams, GC2
• Select and use current and emerging technologies to develop and communicate effective and innovative metallurgical engineering solutions to complex problems, GC3