Course Title: Chemical Engineering Computer Design
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Chemical Engineering Computer Design
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
PROC2121 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024, Sem 1 2025 |
Course Coordinator: Prof Kalpit Shah
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1109
Course Coordinator Email: Kalpit.Shah@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Availability: Email for appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Recommended Prior Study
You should have satisfactorily completed or received credit for the following courses before you commence this course:
- Chemical Engineering Fundamentals (PROC2077)
- Mathematics For Engineers (MATH1122)
- Reaction Engineering (PROC2083)
- Process Thermodynamics (PROC2080)
- Process Principles (PROC2078)
If you have completed prior studies at RMIT or another institution that developed the skills and knowledge covered in the above course/s you may be eligible to apply for credit transfer.
Alternatively, if you have prior relevant work experience that developed the skills and knowledge covered in the above course/s you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Please follow the link for further information on how to apply for credit for prior study or experience.
Course Description
This unit will establish an understanding on the use of advanced simulation platforms in process design and control. It will help students in developing necessary computational skills to use simulation platforms for solving number of chemical engineering design and control problems for a range of industrial sectors such as oil and gas, power, petrochemicals, mining, fertilizer and pharmaceuticals. The students will develop software knowledge and skills by spending all of their time with software as well as through open-ended individual tutorial problems and industry mentoring sessions.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following programs:
BH079P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH122CEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Honours)/Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
PLO 1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline
PLO 2. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities, bounds, design practice and research trends of contemporary engineering practice including sustainable practice
PLO 4. Apply knowledge of established engineering methods to the solution of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5. Utilise mathematics, software, tools and techniques, referencing appropriate engineering standards and codes of practice, in the design of complex engineering systems
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following programs:
BH079 - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH085CEHDD - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)(Honours) /Bachelor of Business (Management)
BH087SCBDD - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)/Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
BH098SACDD - Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH099FTNDD - Bachelor of Science(Food Technology & Nutrition)/Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Hons)
BH122CEHDD - Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Honours)/Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
CLO1 Integrate process engineering principles and methodologies to design and optimise a range of unit and plant operations
CLO2 Apply advanced process modelling skills using numerical and computer-aided design techniques to solve engineering problems
CLO3 Employ a range of commercial modelling software packages to address specific real-world challenges
CLO4 Construct block diagrams, process flowsheets and process models of plant operations based on conservation laws
CLO5 Conduct process simulations to determine optimal reactor designs and operational parameters, enhancing product quality, throughput and resource efficiency
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials and related tutorials, individual and group activities. You will need to work individually to perform tutorials and related questions and assignments. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.
You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, andthrough links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course.
There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Task 1: Test, 30%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 2: Assignment, 30%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO5
Assessment Task 3: Test, 40%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 and CLO5
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.