CHE2166 Introduction to process simulation
Faculty of Engineering
CHE2166 Introduction to process simulation is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 6 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before CHE2166
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After CHE2166
No unit lists CHE2166 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE:
Completion of 24 credit points of engineering study
Overview
This unit will introduce the role and use of simulation tools in process design and develop knowledge of process simulation methods and approaches that can be used in a variety of chemical engineering design problems in a wide range of industries. The unit will also introduce concepts associated to utility systems, electricity generation and principles of sustainability including environmental, economic and social impact. You will develop knowledge and skills through open-ended projects.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Submission A: Gantt chart, block flow diagram and unit operation selectionProject20%
- Submission B: Simulation and optimisation of unit operationsProject45%
- Submission C: Draft of process flow diagram, sustainability evaluation, teamwork assessmentProject10%
- InterviewPresentation10%
- Presentation10%
- ProfessionalismPresentation5%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Develop block flow diagrams and expand them into process flow diagrams via integration of open-ended design problem concepts to propose solutions for chemical engineering design problems.
- 2
Solve problems using the computer simulation package for chemical processes.
- 3
Integrate concepts of material and energy balances, unit operations and simulation methods and tools to solve complex design problems.
- 4
Demonstrate the application of sustainable development, resource and energy efficiency concepts and principles to solve problems in existing and new process designs.
- 5
Analyse the sustainability of chemical processes using simple environmental metrices.
- 6
Work in teams and communicate their work effectively.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Practical activities40 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
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.
This unit will consist of online and in-person workshops, recorded videos, computer labs and project work. The unit will be in a flipped mode, where the students are required to watch a pre-recorded lecture video on the aspects of process simulation followed by problem-based learning in computer labs. There is a group project to provide opportunities for teamwork. Excel is used for simple mass balance and thermodynamic problems, whereas Aspen Plus is used to simulate more complex process flowsheeting and provide the ability to solve complex design and optimisation problems.
Where it fits
CHE2166 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Joseph Ho Yong Kuen
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Joseph Ho Yong Kuen
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CHE2166?
CHE2166 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is CHE2166 offered?
In 2027, CHE2166 runs in Semester 2 at Malaysia.
How much work is CHE2166?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does CHE2166 have an exam?
No. CHE2166 has 6 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include CHE2166?
CHE2166 is part of Chemical engineering.