MET 722 - Surface Chemistry in Froth Flotation

(3 units)

This course introduces chemical phenomena occurring at the interfaces, solid/water and air/water in froth flotation systems. Aqueous solution chemistry and electrochemistry governing flotation systems are discussed. Froth flotation reagents and their working principles are discussed.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate comprehension of the basic elements pertaining to the solution chemistry of froth flotation systems.
2. demonstrate understanding of different collectors and their working mechanisms.
3. demonstrate understanding of different frothers and their working mechanisms.
4. demonstrate understanding of different modifying agents and their working mechanisms.
5. demonstrate understanding of the chemical bonding and structures of solids, aqueous solutions, slurry and pulp, physical chemistry of interfaces, electrical characteristic at interfaces, surface forces in flotation, adsorption from solutions.

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