CHE4162 Particle technology
Faculty of Engineering
CHE4162 Particle technology is a level 4, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs CHE2161.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 4 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before CHE4162
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After CHE4162
No unit lists CHE4162 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prohibition: CHE3104
Overview
This unit provides a thorough introduction to particle technology. The unit begins with understanding particle characterisation, the fluid mechanics of single and multi-particle systems and particulate fluidisation. The physics underlying powder flow will be covered to enable introductory hopper design. Common powder processing operations will be studied, selected from powder mixing/segregation, sedimentation, dewatering and size enlargement.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Weekly quiz (1.25% for each quiz x 8)Quiz / TestThreshold hurdle10%
- Mid-semester class testQuiz / TestThreshold hurdle7.5%
- Group assignmentWrittenThreshold hurdle7.5%
- Laboratory experimentsWrittenThreshold hurdle15%
- Final assessmentExaminationThreshold hurdle60%
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
Select suitable particle characterisation techniques.
- 2
Analyse the effect of particle properties on the motion of single particles and multi-particle assemblies.
- 3
Evaluate particle size distribution data.
- 4
Design a model for particulate flow in fluids and fluidised beds.
- 5
Determine the key parameters for several unit operations including storage hoppers based on understanding the principles that govern powder processing and handling.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Laboratories4 hours
- Teaching approachActive 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 is delivered in a flipped-learning mode, in which content is provided to you prior to the lecture through online videos. The lecture is then an active session in which the lecture content for the week is reviewed and student queries on the content are addressed. Throughout the unit, weekly practice classes are used to focus on mastering basic concepts and problem-solving skills. Consolidation of the theory is then assessed through weekly online quizzes, a class test and a group assignment where you apply your learning to practical applications while also improving teamwork and report-writing skills.
Where it fits
CHE4162 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Rishabh More
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Poovarasi Balan
- Dr Rishabh More
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CHE4162?
You need CHE2161 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is CHE4162 offered?
In 2027, CHE4162 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is CHE4162?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does CHE4162 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include CHE4162?
CHE4162 is part of Chemical engineering.