MINE438 INTRODUCTION TO COAL TECHNOLOGY
| Course Code: | 5650438 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Mining Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. NACİ EMRE ALTUN |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
1.Understand the origin and classification of coal.
2.Comprehend the principles of preparation of coal for cleaning.
3.Understand the fundamentals of desulphurization and demineralization of coal.
4.Understand the principles of agglomeration of coal fines
5.Evaluate parformance of coal cleaning plants.
Course Content
Origin of coal. Composition and origin of mineral matter in coal. Classification of coals. Coal petrography. Physical properties of coal. Fine and coarse size cleaning of coal. Physical desulphurization of coal. Coal blending. Agglomeration of coal fines. Analysis of coal.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
1.1 Explain coalification process and carbon cycle.
1.2 Describe coal rank and classify coals .
1.3 Explain proximate and ultimate analysis of coal .
2.1 Select a proper size reduction and sizing equipment for a given coal feed.
2.2 Calculate the efficiency of screens with different methods.
3.1 Explain sulfur and ash removal processes.
3.2 Draw and evaluate coal washability curves.
4.1 Explain coal briquetting theories.
4.2 Classify the coal briquetting binders.
5.1 Draw and interpret Tromp curve for performance of coal washing equipment.
5.2 Calculate the effective density of separation and probable error of separation.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||