Overview

This unit will introduce the role and use of simulation tools in process design and develop knowledge of process simulation methods and approaches that can be used in a variety of chemical engineering design problems in a wide range of industries. The unit will also introduce concepts associated to utility … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Joseph Ho Yong Kuen

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Joseph Ho Yong Kuen

Learning outcomes

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

Develop block flow diagrams and expand them into process flow diagrams via integration of open-ended design problem concepts to propose solutions for chemical engineering design problems.

2.

Solve problems using the computer simulation package for chemical processes.

3.

Integrate concepts of material and energy balances, unit operations and simulation methods and tools to solve complex design problems.

4.

Demonstrate the application of sustainable development, resource and energy efficiency concepts and principles to solve problems in existing and new process designs.

5.

Analyse the sustainability of chemical processes using simple environmental metrices.

6.

Work in teams and communicate their work effectively.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Submission A: Gantt chart, block flow diagram and unit operation selection
2 - Submission B: Simulation and optimisation of unit operations
3 - Submission C: Draft of process flow diagram, sustainability evaluation, teamwork assessment
4 - Interview
5 - Presentation
6 - Professionalism

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is not available for this unit. Check the supplementary assessments page for details about exemptions.

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

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.

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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.