Course - Refining and Recycling of Metals - TMT4326
TMT4326 - Refining and Recycling of Metals
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 20/100 | |||
| School exam | 80/100 | 4 hours | C |
Course content
The fundamental thermodynamic, kinetic and technological base as applied to refining of metals is introduced The origin of particles and impurities in metals is discussed. Issues regarding production, refining and recycling are very different for different metals depending on their chemical properties. Processes, unit operations and technology status for recycling of steel, aluminum and WEEE as well as refining of aluminum and silicon for solar cells are used as examples in the course.
Learning outcome
After successful completion of this course the student will be able to: - Give an overview of available refining processes in general for aluminum and for solar cell quality Si. - Perform basic thermodynamic and kinetic calculations for removal of dissolved elements and non-metallic impurities from liquid metal. - Identify and describe effects of dissolved elements on different properties of metal products. - Explain various aspects of importance for inclusion removal and how this can be applied to achieve pure metals. - Formulate and analyse challenges for recycling of metals.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, exercises and projects. Water modell and hot metal experiments. The course is held in English. If the teaching is given in English the Examination papers will be given in English only. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. Expected use of time: Lectures: 45 hours, Own work: 70 hours, Exercises: 30 hours, Project work: 55 hours. Total: 200 hours
Further on evaluation
Assement:
- Written exam
- Report with mandatory oral adjusment
In the case of a re-sit exam, the exam form might change to oral examination
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic mathematics, chemistry and thermodynamics.
Course materials
Given at the beginning of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMT4325 | 3.7 | AUTUMN 2013 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Process Metallurgy
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 80/100 C 2023-12-16 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL415 Sluppenvegen 14 17 - Autumn ORD Assignment 20/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer UTS School exam 80/100 C INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"