Learning outcome
1.1

1.1 Demonstrate a coherent understanding of science.
2.1

2.1 Exhibit depth and breadth of scientific knowledge.
3.1

3.1 Critically analyse and solve scientific problems.
4.1

4.1 Be effective communicators of science.
5.1

5.1 Be accountable for their own learning and scientific work.
A1

<p>Synthesize from the knowledge gained and develop solutions to comminution and gravity separation circuits in a range of technical functions.</p>
A2

<p>Solve real mineral processing problems through symbolic, numeric, and experimental analysis.</p>
K1

<p>Recognise and explain the significance of mineral processing in the mining industry and its impact on the industry economy</p>
K2

<p>Identify closed and open comminution systems, describe the essential difference between them, and recognise their importance in the design of mineral processing plants.</p>
K3

<p>Identify the essential difference between crushing and grinding processes.</p>
K4

<p>Identify critical operating parameters of different equipment and understand the systems for monitoring and controlling them.</p>
K5

<p>Discuss the principles of gravity separation and interpret their importance in the design of gravity concentrating circuits.</p>
K6

<p>Evaluate the importance of maintenance and any required adjustment of the mineral processing plant equipment including size reduction units, classifiers, and gravity separation equipment.</p>
S1

<p>Investigate and solve problems involving systems commonly found in mineral processing applications</p>
S2

<p>Investigate, and present evidence of, problem-solving and calculations within mineral processing in a clear, logical, and concise way.</p>
S3

<p>Analyse and create graphical presentations of technical data commonly generated in mineral processing applications.</p>
S4

<p>Compare and contrast equipment typically used in minerals processing and interpret laboratory-scale units.</p>
S5

<p>Evaluate the performance of laboratory-scale mineral processing units with respect to industrial standards.</p>
Learning outcome
1.1

1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
1.2

1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
1.3

1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
1.4

1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
1.5

1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
1.6

1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
2.1

2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
2.2

2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
2.3

2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
2.4

2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3.1

3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
3.2

3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
3.3

3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
3.4

3.4 Professional use and management of information.
3.5

3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
3.6

3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
A1

<p>Synthesize from the knowledge gained and develop solutions to comminution and gravity separation circuits in a range of technical functions.</p>
A2

<p>Solve real mineral processing problems through symbolic, numeric, and experimental analysis.</p>
K1

<p>Recognise and explain the significance of mineral processing in the mining industry and its impact on the industry economy</p>
K2

<p>Identify closed and open comminution systems, describe the essential difference between them, and recognise their importance in the design of mineral processing plants.</p>
K3

<p>Identify the essential difference between crushing and grinding processes.</p>
K4

<p>Identify critical operating parameters of different equipment and understand the systems for monitoring and controlling them.</p>
K5

<p>Discuss the principles of gravity separation and interpret their importance in the design of gravity concentrating circuits.</p>
K6

<p>Evaluate the importance of maintenance and any required adjustment of the mineral processing plant equipment including size reduction units, classifiers, and gravity separation equipment.</p>
S1

<p>Investigate and solve problems involving systems commonly found in mineral processing applications</p>
S2

<p>Investigate, and present evidence of, problem-solving and calculations within mineral processing in a clear, logical, and concise way.</p>
S3

<p>Analyse and create graphical presentations of technical data commonly generated in mineral processing applications.</p>
S4

<p>Compare and contrast equipment typically used in minerals processing and interpret laboratory-scale units.</p>
S5

<p>Evaluate the performance of laboratory-scale mineral processing units with respect to industrial standards.</p>