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 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs CHE2161.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CHE4162
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After CHE4162
No unit lists CHE4162 as a prerequisite in the 2020 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 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Weekly quiz (1.25% for each quiz x 8)Threshold hurdle10%
- Group assignmentThreshold hurdle15%
- Laboratory experiment #1Threshold hurdle7.5%
- Laboratory experiment #2Threshold hurdle7.5%
- Final assessmentThreshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1After completing this unit, you will be able to understand particle characterisation techniques and how the motion and fluid mechanics of a single particle and multi-particle assemblies are affected by particle properties. You will be able to select a suitable particle characterisation method; manipulate particle size distribution data; model particle flow in fluids and fluidised beds, and be able to use particle properties to design a suitable powder hopper to ensure powder flow. Finally, you will understand the underlying principles of several powder processing operations, be able to design the key parameters for that unit operation and develop an appreciation for the complexities of powder handling and processing.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Laboratories12 hours
- Teaching approachOnline learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 4-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-8 hours 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.
Where it fits
CHE4162 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Zongyan Zhou
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Joseph Ho Yong Kuen
- Dr Zongyan Zhou
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CHE4162?
You need CHE2161 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is CHE4162 offered?
In 2020, CHE4162 runs in Semester 2 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?
No. CHE4162 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include CHE4162?
CHE4162 is part of Chemical engineering.