Overview

Introduce fundamentals and applications of heat and mass transfer. Develop an understanding of the mechanisms and mathematical representation of conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer and convective mass transfer. Gain an appreciation for the analogies between heat and mass transfer using dimensional analysis. Understand and apply concepts of local and … For more content click the Read More button below. Calculation of overall heat transfer coefficient and heat transfer area using Log Mean Temperature Difference (LMTD) and Number of Transfer Unit (NTU) method. Gain an understanding of molecular diffusion in gases, solids, and liquids, and convective mass transfer between two fluids in contact, and develop methods to use these concepts in problem solving. Perform experiments to illustrate the concepts of heat and mass transfer.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Rishabh More

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Rishabh More
Dr Estee Yong

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Determine which modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection and radiation) and/or mass transfer (diffusive and convective) are occurring in a given problem

2.

Identify key assumptions (e.g. steady state vs transient) that lead to a solution procedure.

3.

Formulate solutions for common engineering problem using a combination of analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations

4.

Critically analyse the solution with respect to clarity (communicating the solution to engineers and managers), effects of errors, validity of assumptions, and how the solution(s) can be used to provide operational advice.

5.

Conduct self-directed learning using common textbooks, online tools and reference texts, in order to prepare for laboratory sessions and assignments (including preparation for self-directed life-long learning beyond tertiary education).

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 50%

Final assessment: 50%

This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - Lab reports
2 - Workshop
3 - Assignments
4 - Test
5 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Assessments
Laboratories
Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources
Recommended resources
Technology resources

Other unit costs

The following item is mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.

  • Calculator

Protective clothing and equipment:
• Laboratory coat - approximately $35 to $50
• Safety glasses - approximately $8, or prescription safety glasses (if required) - approximately $350
• Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)

Costs are indicative only.

Availability in areas of study

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Chemical engineering
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - Specialisation: Chemical engineering