CHEE2945
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course teaches you the fundamentals of particle processing technology and characterisation, including measurement of particle characteristics, particle packing, segregation and sampling, storage and transporting of particles. You will also be exposed to some more advanced topics in particle engineering such as colloidal suspension stability and rheology. You will also learn the unit operations associated with resources engineering which include comminution and grinding, flocculation, agglomeration and granulation and particle separations.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Replacing course(s)
This course replaces the following course(s): CHEE2940. Students who have successfully completed CHEE2940 are not eligible to enrol in CHEE2945.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of particle technology
2. Demonstrate an awareness of unit operations involving particulate processing
3. Apply the fundamental particle processing concepts and unit operations to a range of industrially important processes in the fields of mineral processing, ceramics, paints, food processing, and pharmaceuticals
4. Apply mathematics and science basic principles in the solution of problems associated with mineral processing, ceramics, paints, food processing and pharmaceuticals
5. Apply a proficient use of mathematics and science skills in solving chemical engineering problems associated with particulate and resources processes
6. Demonstrate an understanding of unit operations and processes relating to the utilisation of resources
7. Show familiarity with advanced particle processing topics
Content
Topics to be covered in this course include:Part A
- Particle Processing Fundamentals
- Particle characterisation, including particle size, shape and surface charge.
- Particle packing, segregation and sampling.
- Colloidal suspension stability, including surfactant adsorption.
- Emulsion formation and stability.
Part B
- Resources Engineering
- Comminution and grinding.
- Particle transport and storage.
- Particle separation.
- Flocculation and agglomeration.
Requisite
This course has similarities to CHEE2940. If you have successfully completed CHEE2940, you cannot enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
CHEE1000 and ENGG1500.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Assignment #1
Written Assignment: Assignment #2
Written Assignment: Assignment #3
Written Assignment: Assignment #4
Quiz: Mid-Semester Quiz
Formal Examination: Final Exam
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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