The course focuses on explaining how sustainable metal production in a modern industry is a part of the circular economy in society. Here, the fundaments of metal production are given based on both ore raw materials and recycled materials, with examples from iron and steel production, aluminium production, copper production and metal powder production. Furthermore it is explained how basic thermodynamic and kinetic theories can be used to optimise metal production.

After passing the course, the student should be able to:

1. Analyse the basic processes for metal production and explain how a sustainable metal production is a part of the circular economy.
2. Analyse and apply basic kinetic and thermodynamic theories to evaluate metal production processes.
3. Analyse and explain how an industrial process chain for metal production is built-up.

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Students at KTH with a permanent disability can get support during studies from Funka:

Funka - compensatory support for students with disabilities

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

• LAB1 - Computer assignment, 1.0 credits, Grading scale: P, F
• PRO3 - Thermodynamics, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• PRO4 - Kinetics, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• PRO5 - Production processes, 2.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• STU2 - Study trip, 0.5 credits, Grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.