Learning Path

Introduction to Extractive Metallurgy → Environmental and Economic Considerations

This learning path covers the fundamental principles and industrial processes for extracting aluminum, copper, and other non-ferrous metals from their ores. It begins with essential chemistry and thermodynamics, then explores specific processes like the Bayer and Hall-Héroult processes for aluminum, and pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical routes for copper. The path concludes with electrometallurgical refining and broader applications.