MJRP-CHEMG v.1 Chemical Engineering Major (GDip ProfEng)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This major in Chemical Engineering will provide students from other discipline areas to gain content knowledge in areas specific to Chemical Engineering. The graduate students from this major will be able to fast track a career in chemical processing industries.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
For entry into this major, students require an Undergraduate Degree in Engineering (other than Chemical Engineering) or in a related Science Degree.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply scientific and engineering principles and techniques for chemical process engineering problem-solving, design and research purposes
2. demonstrate critical and creative thinking, and reflective practices, in the analysis, design and research of process engineering systems
3. acquire, evaluate and integrate information relevant to the analysis, design and research of process engineering systems
4. communicate engineering information effectively in written, oral and graphical forms, to a variety of audiences professionally
5. identify, use and justify appropriate technologies for chemical process engineering applications
6. engage in continuous professional development and demonstrate the ability to set and achieve learning goals
7. apply international standards and best practices in chemical process engineering, using relevant techniques and skills
8. recognise the cultural impact of engineering operations
9. demonstrate professional integrity and ethical responsibilities of an engineer and scientist
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| INDE5001 | v.1 | Engineering - Design and Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENGR5000 | v.1 | Fluid Mechanics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEN5000 | v.1 | Process Heat Transfer | 3.5 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| CHEN5020 | v.1 | Mass and Energy Balances | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEN5005 | v.1 | Mass Transfer Operations | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEN2004 | v.2 | Process Simulation | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEN5025 | v.1 | Thermodynamics | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
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