As a leader in the development of metal extraction technol., Avecia continues to pioneer advancements for the processing of copper through leach, solvent extraction, and electrowinning of copper.Avecia's solvent extraction modeling program called MEUM is an example of tools to aid in the education for optimization of processing copper through solvent extractionMEUM is currently used world wide to analyze plant operations, test ideas for improving operations, assist engineering companies in design, and to teach basic solvent extraction concepts.The basic functions of the program and the successful implementation of of MEUM in curriculum of the University of Melbourne, Australia are discussed.