304168 v.2 Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering), Bachelor of Science (Extractive Metallurgy)
BEng(Curtin) OR BEng(Hons)(Curtin), BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 043753C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
5 Years
Introduction
Covers the development, design and operation of processes and plant for the extraction, conversion and recovery of materials. A great variety of process industries serve the needs of society. Among the more familiar are petroleum refining, gas processing, petrochemical and polymer production, fertiliser manufacture, cement and lime production, minerals and metals extraction and refining, paper and board manufacture, sugar refining, food processing, production of industrial and fine chemicals.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Applicable Mathematics and at least two out of TEE Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. OR at least three of the following four : Mathematics 3c/3D, Mathematics Specialist 3C/3D, Physics 3A/3B and Chemistry 3A/3B. Engineering Studies 3A/3B desirable.Well-performed candidates without one of the prerequisite subjects may be accepted and required to undertake an additional program of preparatory studies.
Specific Requirements
STAT is not accepted for mature age entry but may be used to demonstrate English Competence requirements. Students are required to complete Senior First Aid training and provide evidence of it to the Faculty for graduation.
Note
In certain cases, the need to complete appropriate bridging and special course units may result in extension of studies beyond the regular five-year term.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
Students are based for the first three years at the Bentley Campus, for their fourth year at the Kalgoorlie Campus, and for the fifth year at the Bentley Campus (the year at Kalgoorlie Campus could be undertaken in the third year of the course). The opportunity to spend two semesters at a major regional centre for mineral processing and extractive metallurgy provides valuable experience for students.
Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event, the relevant Head of Department shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree. The structure of Engineering, Science and Computing owned double degrees is such that students have the option of completing the component Engineering, Science or Computing degree in the minimum time, provided they elect to change from the double degree within the first two semesters of the course.
Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering has full recognition by Engineers Australia and the Institution of Chemical Engineers. To qualify for the grade of Corporate Member of these institutions, graduates are required to complete a minimum offour years approved experience following the award of the Bachelor of Engineering degree. Further information regarding membership of professional institutions can be obtained from the Department of Chemical Engineering, or from Engineers Australia or theInstitution of Chemical Engineers in Australia. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy recognises the science course for admission to membership. To satisfy requirements, students must complete at least 12 weeks or equivalent of exposure to professional practice. This requirement can be met by appropriate work experience. Students must demonstrate that they have met these requirements by using a formal log book to record their professional experiences during this period of their degree study.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
For more information contact the Career Consultant, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816, email careers@vesta.curtin.edu.au or visit our website www.scieng.curtin.edu.au.
Special Note
For details on the honours classes refer to the Curtin Policies website http://www.policies.curtin.edu.au/documents/honours_degrees_and_degrees_with_honours.doc
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||||
| 313683 | v.1 | Bachelor of Engineering Pre-Major | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302240 | v.3 | ChE 227 Process Principles | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302252 | v.3 | ChE 213 Process Engineering Materials | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307661 | v.1 | ChE 212 Process Analysis | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308807 | v.1 | Fluid Mechanics 230 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7039 | v.5 | Chemistry 101 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 302249 | v.2 | ChE 223 Thermodynamics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302251 | v.4 | ChE 224 Process Systems Analysis | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302253 | v.4 | ChE 228 Process Heat Transfer | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7040 | v.6 | Chemistry 102 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302257 | v.2 | ChE 321 Mass Transfer Operations | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302259 | v.2 | ChE 322 Process Plant Engineering | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302260 | v.2 | ChE 323 Transport Phenomena | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303138 | v.2 | Mining and Metallurgy 131 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 302262 | v.2 | ChE 324 Fluid and Particle Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302263 | v.2 | ChE 325 Reaction Engineering | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303148 | v.2 | Mining Operations Research 232 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311693 | v.1 | Metallurgical Processes 252 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11310 | v.5 | Geology 111 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11971 | v.3 | Metallurgical Chemistry 351 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303116 | v.2 | Mineral Processing 351 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310052 | v.2 | Socio-Environmental Aspects of Mining 331 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11317 | v.5 | Resource Geology 112 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11974 | v.4 | Hydrometallurgy 352 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303117 | v.2 | Mineral Processing 352 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303126 | v.2 | Pyrometallurgy 352 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310542 | v.2 | Materials Handling 354 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302268 | v.2 | ChE 411 Advanced Process Control | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 302269 | v.2 | ChE 421 Risk Management | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302270 | v.2 | ChE 422 Advanced Separation Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302297 | v.2 | ChE 491 Research Project 1 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307660 | v.4 | Engineering Sustainable Development 201 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308572 | v.1 | ChE 312 Process Synthesis and Design I | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 2 | |||||
| 302265 | v.2 | ChE 381 Process Laboratory Projects | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302273 | v.2 | ChE 499 Design Project | 10.0 | 50.0 | |
| 302299 | v.2 | ChE 492 Research Project 2 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 308384 | v.1 | ChE 415 Advanced Particle Processes | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 12.5 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 5 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 302278 | v.2 | ChE 373 Fuels and Combustion Technology | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 302280 | v.2 | ChE 374 Mineral Processing | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 302290 | v.3 | ChE 475 Petroleum Processing | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302291 | v.3 | ChE 379 Special Topics (Biochemical Engineering) | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302302 | v.2 | ChE 473 Advanced Process Simulation | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 302303 | v.2 | ChE 474 Mineral Processing | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302305 | v.2 | ChE 479 Advanced Special Topics | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 302306 | v.2 | ChE 493 Research Project 3 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 302307 | v.2 | ChE 494 Research Project 4 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 305957 | v.2 | ChE 477 Computational Fluid Dynamics | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 311676 | v.1 | ChE 304 Fundamentals of Oilfield Processing | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
