411-202 Process Engineering 1

411-102 Chemical Process Analysis and 411-201 Introduction to Transport Processes are either prerequisites or corequisites.

The objectives of this subject are to introduce the design of chemical processes including the different types of flowsheets used to represent process plants, measurements and instrumentation used in process plants; and to provide training in process optimisation and solution of ill-defined process problems.

This subject will comprise lectures and problem-solving classes, covering the following areas: methods of design of chemical processes; types of flowsheets used to represent chemical process plants and their generation using HYSYS or equivalent software; process control methods; and types of measurement and instrumentation used for measurement of temperature, pressure, flow and level in the chemical process industries. Assignments will draw on material from other chemical engineering subjects and utilise computer software packages as required. Typical topics include material and energy balance calculations, optimal solution of process equations and simple economic analysis of a process plant.

• ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals

• ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large

• ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution

• ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance

• capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning

Ten assignments (eight worth 8% each and two worth 18% each) spread across the semester. Nine assignments involve written reports of up to 1500 words, mostly prepared during weekly problem classes; one assignment involves a 5-minute oral multimedia presentation delivered during the second half of the semester.