The course introduces students to the historic evolution of mining and metallurgy in Greece and the world. The course includes as well the developments of the industrial revolutions until today. Some aspects of the School’s history are also presented.
- The mining and metallurgical historic evolution worldwide from ancient times until today.
- Mining & metallurgical history of Greece (prehistory, antiquity, industrial revolution and modern times, present).
- The significance of the mining & metallurgical sector for the development of Greece.
- Some historic features of the SMME and its contribution to the society relevant issues and the country’s development.
- Geotechnology and materials as sectors based on the basic technological field of the School
- The constant historic evolution of technology and the industrial revolutions (from the 1st to the 4th), their interaction and importance to civil societies and culture.
- The role of raw materials, materials technology and circular economy during the upcoming 4th industrial revolution.
