CHE2873 - Introduction to chemical processes

Overview

This unit introduces the chemical processes that form the basis of the petrochemical and oleochemical industries. It gives you a flavour of how these chemical processes are developed by combining the knowledge of "chemistry" and "process". You will develop knowledge and skills in synthesising chemical processes through a mix of … For more content click the Read More button below.

This unit introduces the chemical processes that form the basis of the petrochemical and oleochemical industries. It gives you a flavour of how these chemical processes are developed by combining the knowledge of "chemistry" and "process". You will develop knowledge and skills in synthesising chemical processes through a mix of lectures, case studies and hands-on experience in operating a pilot plant.

Offerings

S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Song Cher Pin

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Song Cher Pin

Learning outcomes

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

Describe the major chemical processes in the petrochemical and oleochemical industry.

Synthesise chemical processes by taking into consideration product quality, process safety, process economics, and sustainability.

Address an open-ended problem by designing a solution and validate the solution using lab-scale equipment.

Function effectively as an individual and as a team member, and demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice.

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 60%

Final assessment: 40%

This unit contains threshold 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 - Open-ended project

2 - Tests

3 - Pre-workshop quizzes

4 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories

Practical activities

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

Other unit costs

The following items are 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 AUD35 to AUD55)
- Safety glasses (Approximately AUD8)
- Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (Non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)

Costs are indicative only.