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307668 (v.1) ChE 328 Process Instrumentation and Control


 

Area:

Department of Chemical Engineering

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Anti Requisite(s):

302264 (v.2) ChE 326 Process Control

Syllabus:

Measurement and instrumentation for main process variables - temperature, pressure, flow, level and weight. Selected on line analysers and computer interfacing for process control systems. Mathematical modelling of chemical processes. Dynamic behaviour of processes. Development of dynamic models from experimental datal. Basic components of control systems. Design of single-loop systems. Controller tuning techniques. Introduction to frequency domain methods.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit, students will be familiar with key aspects of process instrumentation, including specification and design of some of the key components. Understanding and modelling of the transient behaviour of dynamic systems. Introductionto the theory and practice automatic control. Introduction to the design and implementation of feedback control systems as well as the concept of closed-loop stability.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Marlin, T.E., (1995): Process Control - Designing Processes and Control Systems for dynamic Performance. NY. McGraw-Hill, Inc. Luyben, W.L., (1990): Process Modeling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers. NY. McGraw-Hill Pub Co. The Math Works, Inc. (1995): Matlab Version 4 User's Guide, Student Edition. (place of publication). Prentice Hall.

Unit Texts:

Riggs, J.B., 2001. Chemical Process Control. Lubbock, Texas. Ferret Publishing, Johnson, C. 2000. Process Control Instrumentation Technology, 6th Ed., Upper Saddle River, N.J.. Prentice Hall.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments (2) 15%, Examination 50%, Plant Visits or Labs 20%, Test 15%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 30301 Chemical Engineering

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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