CHE4162 - Particle technology - Monash University

Overview

This unit provides a thorough introduction to particle technology. The unit begins with understanding particle characterisation, the fluid mechanics of single and multi-particle systems and particulate fluidisation. The physics underlying powder flow will be covered to enable introductory hopper design. Common powder processing operations will be studied, selected from powder … For more content click the Read More button below.

This unit provides a thorough introduction to particle technology. The unit begins with understanding particle characterisation, the fluid mechanics of single and multi-particle systems and particulate fluidisation. The physics underlying powder flow will be covered to enable introductory hopper design. Common powder processing operations will be studied, selected from powder mixing/segregation, sedimentation, dewatering and size enlargement.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Prerequisite

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Ravi Jagadeeshan

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Ravi Jagadeeshan

Dr Poovarasi Balan

Learning outcomes

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

Select suitable particle characterisation techniques.

Analyse the effect of particle properties on the motion of single particles and multi-particle assemblies.

Evaluate particle size distribution data.

Design a model for particulate flow in fluids and fluidised beds.

Determine the key parameters for several unit operations including storage hoppers based on understanding the principles that govern powder processing and handling.

Teaching approach

Active learning

This unit is delivered in a flipped-learning mode, in which content is provided to you prior to the lecture through online videos. The lecture is then an active session in which the lecture content for the week is reviewed and student queries on the content are addressed. Throughout the unit, weekly practice classes are used to focus on mastering basic concepts and problem-solving skills. Consolidation of the theory is then assessed through weekly online quizzes, a class test and a group assignment where you apply your learning to practical applications while also improving teamwork and report-writing skills.

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 40%

Final assessment: 60%

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 - Weekly quiz (1.25% for each quiz x 8)

2 - Mid-semester class test

3 - Group assignment

4 - Laboratory experiments

5 - 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.

Availability in areas of study

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