Extractive Metallurgy Course
Gain expertise in the complete copper production process, from ore analysis and grinding through flotation, smelting, converting, refining, and impurity control. Develop practical skills to optimize operations, improve recovery rates, and comply with rigorous environmental regulations and product specifications in extractive metallurgy.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a comprehensive overview of copper production from polymetallic sulfide ores in Andean deposits. Learners will explore ore characterization, comminution, flotation, smelting, converting, refining, impurity management, mass balances, tailings handling, gas treatment, and concentrate logistics to enhance plant efficiency while adhering to environmental and quality standards.
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Develop skills
- Copper smelting control: optimize matte, slag, and SO2 production for high recovery and low emissions.
- Flotation optimization: adjust reagents and circuits to maximize copper grade and recovery efficiently.
- Ore characterization: analyze assays, mineralogy, and particle size for effective process design.
- Mass balance and impurity control: monitor copper, iron, arsenic levels to meet emission standards.
- Electrorefining operations: manage cells and impurities to achieve 99.99% pure cathode copper.
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