411-445 Process Engineering 3

411-331 Heat and Mass Transport Processes 1, 411-303 Reactor Engineering (prior to 2005 411-433), 411-335 Biochemical/Environmental Engineering 1B, 411-336 Process Dynamics and Control and 411-337 Practical and Computer Laboratory.

411-441 Heat and Mass Transport Processes 2, 411-442 Process Equipment Design.

Students completing this subject will develop experience in critical thinking by tackling ill-defined engineering tasks as well as organising and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines will be developed. Their written communication skills will be enhanced. They will have an appreciation of the documents used in the design of process plants and their awareness will be strengthened of the resources available for use in the design of chemical plants. Their understanding of the issues relating to project and contract management will be deepened.

Content: Practice in conducting chemical plant feasibility and design studies through a series of assignments in the following areas: process plant economic analysis, sensitivity of economics to external influences, consideration of political, environmental and other effects on project viability. Integrated process design of chemical plants including the necessary documentation and the consideration of control strategy for safe operation. Discussion of the various tools and resources available for design of chemical plants. Issues relating to project and contract management.

• 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 function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member

• understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer, and the need for sustainable development

Twelve variously weighted written assignments spread across the semester; many are completed within the subject's weekly 3-hour class sessions.