COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK

YEAR 2 (FHEQ LEVEL 5)

ENVIRONMENTAL

ENGINEERING DEGREE PROGRAMMES

PART TWO OF TWO (MODULE AND COURSE STRUCTURE)

2017/18

DISCLAIMER The College has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information contained within this publication is accurate and up-to-date when published but can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. The College reserves the right to revise, alter or discontinue degree programmes or modules and to amend regulations and procedures at any time, but every effort will be made to notify interested parties. It should be noted that not every module listed in this handbook may be available every year, and changes may be made to the details of the modules. You are advised to contact the College directly if you require further information.

The 2017/18 academic year begins on 25 September 2017

DATES OF 2017/18 TERMS

25 September 2017 – 15 December 2017

08 January 2018 – 23 March 2018

16 April 2018 – 15 June 2018

SEMESTER 1

25 September 2017 – 26 January 2018

SEMESTER 2

29 January 2018 – 15 June 2018

WELCOME 

We would  like  to  extend  a  very warm welcome  to  all  students  for  the  2017/18  academic year and in particular, to those joining the College for the first time. 

The University offers an enviable range of  facilities and resources to enable you to pursue your  chosen  course  of  study  whilst  enjoying  university  life.  In  particular,  the  College  of Engineering offers you an environment where you can develop and extend your knowledge, skills  and  abilities.  The  College  has  excellent  facilities,  offering  extensive  laboratory, workshop and IT equipment and support. The staff in the College, many of whom are world experts  in  their  areas  of  interest,  are  involved  in  many  exciting  projects,  often  in collaboration  with  industry.  The  College  has  excellent  links  with  industry,  with  many companies kindly contributing to the College’s activities through guest lectures and student projects. We have close links with professional engineering bodies and this ensures that our courses  are  in  tune  with  current  thinking  and  meet  the  requirements  of  graduate employers. All the staff are keen to provide a supportive environment for our students and we hope that you will take full advantage of your opportunities and time at Swansea. 

We hope that you will enjoy the next academic session and wish you every success. 

Professor Stephen GR Brown Head of the College of Engineering 

 Professor Johann Sienz Deputy Head of College and Director of Innovation and Engagement 

Professor Cris Arnold Deputy Head of College and Director of Learning and Teaching   Professor Dave Worsley Deputy Head of College and Director of Research 

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING PORTFOLIO DIRECTOR:   Dr Paul Melvyn Williams (paul.melvyn.williams@swansea.ac.uk) Room C205, Engineering Central  YEAR 2 CO‐ORDINATOR:  Dr James Titiloye (j.o.titiloye@swansea.ac.uk) Room C213, Engineering Central 

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT: Should you require administrative support please visit the Engineering Reception, open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm and speak with a member of the Student Information Team who will be happy to help.  

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:  IMPORTANT – EG‐216, and EGA225 Please be aware that at Year 2 there are two modules where a student is unable to redeem their failure by a standard resit examination/coursework – EG‐216, and EGA225. Failure of these modules will mean that the student must repeat the module(s) or repeat the year (subject to progression regulations). Failure to attend classes and activities related to these modules will mean that you fail the module; hence you repeat the module/year (subject to progression regulations).  IMPORTANT – EG‐200; EG‐204; These modules are assessed by a combination of examination and coursework. In order for the coursework marks to count, you have to pass the exam component (with at least 40%). If you have less than 40% in the exam, then the module mark will be just the exam mark. If you pass the exam but have failed the coursework, you may still fail the module, depending on the marks achieved, so it is important to do the coursework. The re‐sit (supplementary) is 100% exam based.

Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5) 2017/18Environmental Engineering

BEng Environmental Engineering[H834]MEng Environmental Engineering[H836]

Coordinator: Dr JO Titiloye

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 ModulesEG-103

Heat Transfer10 Credits

Dr A Orbaek WhiteCORE

EG-201Fluid Mechanics II

10 CreditsProf O Hassan/Prof MG Edwards

EG-200Separation Processes

10 CreditsDr RC Butterfield

CORE

EG-203Biochemical Engineering I

10 CreditsDr JJ Ojeda Ledo

EG-206Instrumentation Measurement and Control

10 CreditsMr CO Phillips

EG-204Reactor Design

10 CreditsDr JO Titiloye

COREEG-210

Thermodynamics of Process Design10 CreditsDr S Sarp

EGA210Power for transport, industry and the home

10 CreditsDr E Andreoli

EG-216Practical Environmental Chemistry

10 CreditsDr B Sandnes

EGA225Process and Environmental Plant Operations

20 CreditsDr YK Ju-Nam

EG-285Statistical Techniques in Engineering

10 CreditsDr M Evans

Total 120 Credits

Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5) 2017/18Environmental Engineering

BEng Environmental Engineering with a Year in Industry[H2G0]MEng Environmental Engineering[H2F0]

Coordinator: Dr JO Titiloye

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 ModulesEG-103

Heat Transfer10 Credits

Dr A Orbaek WhiteCORE

EG-201Fluid Mechanics II

10 CreditsProf O Hassan/Prof MG Edwards

EG-200Separation Processes

10 CreditsDr RC Butterfield

CORE

EG-203Biochemical Engineering I

10 CreditsDr JJ Ojeda Ledo

EG-206Instrumentation Measurement and Control

10 CreditsMr CO Phillips

EG-204Reactor Design

10 CreditsDr JO Titiloye

COREEG-210

Thermodynamics of Process Design10 CreditsDr S Sarp

EGA210Power for transport, industry and the home

10 CreditsDr E Andreoli

EG-216Practical Environmental Chemistry

10 CreditsDr B Sandnes

EGA225Process and Environmental Plant Operations

20 CreditsDr YK Ju-Nam

EG-285Statistical Techniques in Engineering

10 CreditsDr M Evans

EG-233Placement Preparation: Engineering Industrial Year

0 CreditsDr GTM Bunting/Dr CME Charbonneau/Prof OJ Guy/Mr CD Jones/Mr P Lindsay/Dr A Rees/...

Total 120 Credits

EG-103 Heat TransferCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: The module is designed to provide a basic understanding of heat transfer in Chemical Engineering.Subjects will include: conduction, convection (forced and natural) and radiation. Students will be given a basis for themore advanced study of the subject in other modules. Students will be introduced to process equipment used inindustry that deal with heat transfer.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours

Example classes 5 hoursDirected private study 75 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr A Orbaek WhiteAssessment: Examination 1 (90%)

Coursework 1 (10%)Assessment Description: Exam 90%Four tutorials 10%Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: Supplementary exam.Assessment Feedback: ¿ Students complete two tutorials, which are marked and returned to the students in a timelyfashion. Review classes cover materials relevant to each assignment and model answers are issued¿ A closed Facebook group will be used to disseminate information, to interact with, and engage with students. Thiscan be a mechanism for them to submit questions and receive feedbackModule Content: • Conduction: Fourier's law, one-dimensional conduction, composite materials, thick cylinders,insulation• Convection: Free and forced convection, introduction to dimensional analysis, non-circular conduits; internal flowand external flow over banks of tubes: heat transfer (average coefficients) and pressure drop• Radiation: Mechanism, Stefan-Boltzmann law, emissivity, radiation into a large enclosure, heat transfer coefficient.• Energy and heat. Units of measure, conversion between units• Problems involving multiple heat transfer mechanisms• Heat Exchangers: Counter and co-current flow, log mean temperature difference, types of heat exchanger andapplications, double-pipe exchangers. Shell and tube exchanger: construction, temperature correction factor (1-2exchangers)• Insulation: economic and critical thickness for heat loss• Liquids and vapours: Enthalpy, the steam table, boiling and condensation of liquids• Review: a review class will be given to foment understanding which will be assessed by practice assignments

Intended Learning Outcomes: Intended Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module students should:• be able to understand the physical phenomena present in heat transfer processes• be able to calculate or estimate heat transfer coefficients• be familiar with the procedures and the design of heat transfer equipmentReading List: Incropera, Frank P, Principles of heat and mass transfer / Frank P. Incropera [and others], Wiley,2013.ISBN: 9780470646151Çengel, Yunus A, Introduction to thermodynamics and heat transfer / Yunus A. Çengel, McGraw-Hill,1997.ISBN: 007114109XCoulson, J. M, Chemical engineering. Volume 1, Fluid flow, heat transfer and mass transfer / J. Coulson, J. F.Richardson with J.R. Backhurst and J.H. Harker, Butterworth-Heinemann, 1999.ISBN: 9780750644440Lienhard, John H., and John H. Lienhard, A Heat Transfer Textbook, Dover Publications, 2011.ISBN:9780486479316Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.Penalty for late submission of work: ZERO TOLERANCE.

EG-200 Separation ProcessesCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module aims to give the student the standard methods to solve problems using specific keydesign parameters for a range of separation processes (Distillation, gas-liquid absorption, liquid-liquid extraction andevaporation). The module explains the underlying theoretical background to solving separation problems and thendemonstrates how problems are solved for a range of simple two component systems.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 20 hours

Example classes/Tutorials/Feed back session on tutorial sheets: 5 hoursDirected private study: 75 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr RC ButterfieldAssessment: Assignment 1 (20%)

Examination 1 (80%)Assessment Description: Formal Examination: 2 hr closed book examination worth 80% taken in January.In Course assessment: Assessed assignment sheets, which are distributed evenly throughout the module, worth a totalof 20%

Specific rules for passing this module:This module is assessed by a combination of examination and coursework. In order for the coursework marks tocount, you have to pass the exam component (with at least 40%). If you have less than 40% in the exam, then themodule mark will be just the exam mark. Any resits are done by a supplementary exam. If you pass the exam but havefailed the coursework, you may still fail the module, depending on the marks achieved, so it is important to do thecoursework.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.Assessment Feedback: Feed back is provided during the class tutorials. Model solutions are assignment sheets areprovided. Formal feedback of the examination will be provided following completion of the final exam in line withstandard College of Engineering protocols.Module Content: Distillation: Vapour-liquid equilibrium for binary systems (revision); application and differenttypes of binary distillation systems and equipment. Calculation of number of stages, column height, heat transfer incondenser and reboiler.

Gas Absorption: Application and different types; gas-liquid equilibrium (revision); two film theory; diffusion throughstagnant gas, diffusion in liquid phase; rate of absorption, film and overall coefficients, mass transfer correlations;process design of a column to find the height and diameter of the column, required solvent rate.

Liquid-liquid Extraction: Application and different types; solvent selection. Ternary diagrams; cross-current andcounter-current operations; calcuations to find minimum required solvent.

Evaporation: Application and different types. Heat transfer taking into account boiling point rises for solutions.Equipment selection, single or multiple effect arrangements. Design of evaporator systems to determine requiredarea's of heat transfer and the steam economy.Intended Learning Outcomes: 1. Develop understanding of the physical phenomena, theoretical concepts and designaspects of mass transfer in separation processes, including distillation, gas-liquid absorption, liquid-liquid extractionand evaporation; appreciate that the choice of equipment and process requires consideration of many factors includingeconomic evaluation, materials employed, the equipment design and the physical properties of the chemicals involved(health safety and evironmental impact).

2. Analyse the important separation processes of distillation, gas-liquid absorption, liquid-liquid extraction andevaporation and their operation; carry out design calculations for these processes involving binary systems.

3. Experience problem solving techniques having wider application; apply simplifying assumptions to complexproblems in order to gain useful design information; manage time to meet deadlines.

Reading List: Coulson, J. M, Coulson & Richardson's Chemical engineering: [print and electronic book] Volume 2,Particle technology and separation processes / J.F. Richardson and J.H. Harker with J.R. Backhurst and J.H. Harker,Butterworth/Heinemann, 2002.ISBN: 9780750644457Coulson, J. M, Chemical engineering. Volume 1, Fluid flow, heat transfer and mass transfer / J. Coulson, J. F.Richardson with J.R. Backhurst and J.H. Harker, Butterworth-Heinemann, 1999.ISBN: 9780750644440Treybal, Robert Ewald, Mass-transfer operations / Robert E. Treybal, McGraw-Hill, 1980.Cussler, E. L, Diffusion : mass transfer in fluid systems / E.L. Cussler, Cambridge University Press, 1997.ISBN:0521564778Henley, Ernest J.; Seader, Junior D; Roper, D. Keith, Separation process principles / Ernest J. Henley, J.D. Seader, D.Keith Roper, Wiley, 2011.ISBN: 9780470646113McCabe, Warren L. (Warren Lee); Smith, Julian C. (Julian Cleveland); Harriott, Peter, Unit operations of chemicalengineering/ Warren L. McCabe, Julian C. Smith, Peter Harriott, McGraw Hill, 2001.ISBN: 0070393664Seader, J. D; Henley, Ernest J, Separation process principles / J.D. Seader, Ernest J. Henley, Wiley, 2006.ISBN:9780471464808Backhurst, J. R; Harker, J. H. (John Hadlett); Porter, John Edward, Problems in heat and mass transfer / J.R.Backhurst, J.H. Harker and J.E. Porter, Edward Arnold, 1974.Geankoplis, Christie J, Transport processes and separation process principles : (Includes Unit Operations) / ChristieJohn Geankoplis, Pearson Education Limited, 2013.ISBN: 9781292026022Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

This module is assessed by a combination of examination and coursework. In order for the coursework marks tocount, you have to pass the exam component (with at least 40%). If you have less than 40% in the exam, then themodule mark will be just the exam mark. Any resits are done by a supplementary exam. If you pass the exam but havefailed the coursework, you may still fail the module, depending on the marks achieved, so it is important to do thecoursework.

EG-201 Fluid Mechanics IICredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: This module aims to create an interest in fluid flow, to show that flow phenomena are amenable toanalysis, to show the relevance of fluid mechanics to Civil Engineering and to create confidence and ability inproblem-solving in fluid mechanics.Pre-requisite Modules: EG-160; EG-189; EG-190Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 2 hours per week for 10 weeks

Example classes 1 hour per week for 10 weeksLaboratory work 3 hours per week for 2 weeksMonitored study 1 hour per week for 9 weeksDirected Private Study 2 hours per week

Lecturer(s): Prof O Hassan, Prof MG EdwardsAssessment: Examination 1 (80%)

Laboratory work (20%)Assessment Description:Laboratory work 20%. This involves individual proactive laboratory work and report writing. Attendance at the FluidsLaboratory is compulsory.

Final year exam 80%. This is a closed book examination.

The coursework is optional and is made of a weekly class test on Blackboard which will be made available after thelast lecture of every week and will close before the first lecture of the following week (Total 8 tests). Students will beable to use the marks of these tests (2.5% from each test) to improve the module average only if they pass the writtenexam.

There is no resit for the laboratory component.A resit examination will normally be capped at 40%.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 80% of the module mark. There is no supplementaryexam for the laboratory part of the module and therefore the laboratory mark obtained in the second semester willhold.Assessment Feedback: Model answers will be provided with the marked assessment.The laboratory report will be marked and feedback given.College feedback form will be completed and posted on the intranet.Module Content:River flow - Introduction to river flow mechanics; Sluice gate analysis and the solution of cubics [2]. The effect ondepth of varying bed levels [2]. The hydraulic jump [2]. River classification and uniform river flow. Uniform andcritical depth and the definition of Mild and Steep channels[3]. The gradually varied flow equation; Backwater curvesand composite water profiles including hydraulic jump location[3]. The Numerical integration method for river depthcomputation[2]. Bore and surges [2].

Pipe flow - Pipe flow and the energy line; the Alaskan oil pipeline; Pipes in series and in parallel; Pipe networkanalysis; Economics of pipeline laying.[6]

Flow separation, wakes and the influence of laminar and turbulent flow. [3]Drag force calculation with small andlarge scale. Case study - the foundering of the Sea Empress[9]

Intended Learning Outcomes:You should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:

• The concept of lift and drag. The energy line and pipe network. The classification of river flow and the concept ofuniform and critical flow. The concept of backwater curves and hydraulic jump.

• Use laboratory equipment. Use appropriate software. Analyse and assess measured data and interpret results. Collateand present results and draw conclusions.

• Write reports. Appreciate errors and accuracy when taking measurements. Use a personal computer. Make decisions,study independently, manage working time and use library resources. Work to a deadline. Effectively work as amember of a team.Reading List: Munson, Bruce Roy, Fundamentals of fluid mechanics: SI units / Bruce Munson, Donald F. Young andTheodore H. Okiishi, Wiley, 2009.ISBN: 9780470398814Chadwick, A. J, Hydraulics in civil and environmental engineering / Andrew Chadwick, John Morfett and MartinBorthwick, Spon, 2004.ISBN: 9780415306096Chadwick, A. J, Hydraulics in civil and environmental engineering / Andrew Chadwick, John Morfett and MartinBorthwick, CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2013.ISBN: 9780415672450Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment

Laboratory work must be completed and handed in as specified by the lecturer.

This module has NO SUPPLEMENTARY for the Laboratory part.

EG-203 Biochemical Engineering ICredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: To provide an understanding of Biochemical Engineering as a sustainable activity concerned with thesafe economic processing of biological materials and feedstocks to make products for a healthy and prosperous qualityof life. Topics will cover biochemical reaction kinetics, fundamentals of enzymatic and microbial processes, reactordesign principles for enzyme and fermentation systems, recovery and purification of products, sterilisation techniques.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours

Example classes/class tests 10 hoursPrivate study 70 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr JJ Ojeda LedoAssessment: Examination 1 (90%)

Assignment 1 (10%)Assessment Description: The following assessments are all course requirements.(i) Tutorial sheet giving a total of 10% of the final mark.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A failure can be redeemed via a supplementary exam in August - 100% weighting.Assessment Feedback: Feedback is given during the class tutorials by model answers to problems and markedtutorial sheets.

Module Content: Biocatalysts and Biocatalyst Optimisation:Chemical and Biochemical Kinetics, Enzyme inhibition, Enzymatic processes.

Cell Kinetics:Continuous and Batch cultures, Growth phases, Kinetics and stoichiometry of cell growth and product formation.

Bioreactos, Heat and Mass transfer in Biological processes:Bioreactors, Effects of mixing, Diffusion, Bubbling Gas-Liquid reactors, Gas dispersion, Packed bed reactors,Fluidised bed reactors, Heat transfer, Scale-up and its difficulties, scale-down, Inoculation and aseptic operations.

Bioprocess Optimisation:Instrumentation and control of bioprocesses, physical, chemical and biochemical variables, aeration, agitation,downstream processes, cell liquid separation, sterilisation, kinetics of thermal death of cells.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module students should:

- be able to understand enzyme catalysis and different forms of enzyme inhibition;- be able to understand the principles of cell kinetics, stoichiometry of cell growth and product formation;- be familiar with heat and mass transfer in biological processes, modes of bioreactor operation and their relativemerits;- be familiar with downstream processes, recovery and purification of products, sterilisation techniques;- apply chemical and biological principles to the solution of engineering problems; express ideas in a logical andcoherent manner;

Reading List: Shuler, Michael L, Bioprocess engineering : basic concepts / Michael L. Shuler, Kifret Kargi,2014.ISBN: 9781292025995Coulson, J. M, Chemical engineering / [by] J.M. Coulson and J.F. Richardson. Volume 3, Chemical and biochemicalreactors and process control ; by J.F. Richardson, D.G. Peacock, Pergamon Press, 1994.ISBN: 9780080410036Doran, Pauline M, Bioprocess engineering principles / Pauline M. Doran, Academic Press, 2013.ISBN:9780122208515Bailey, James E, Biochemical engineering fundamentals / James E. Bailey, David F. Ollis, McGraw-Hill, 1986.ISBN:0070666016Atkinson, Bernard, Biochemical engineering and biotechnology handbook / Bernard Atkinson, Ferda Mavituna,Macmillan-Stockton Press, 1991.Stanbury, Peter F, Principles of fermentation technology / Peter F. Stanbury and Allan Whitaker, Pergamon Press,1984.ISBN: 0080244068

Additional Notes: PENALTY: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR LATE SUBMISSION.Photocopies of lecture notes and worked examples are available.Available to visiting and exchange students.

EG-204 Reactor DesignCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: The chemical reactor is the ‘heart’ of the chemical process and this module aims to demonstrate howthe performance of the reactor is key to successful chemical process design and optimisation. The principles ofchemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, mass balances and thermodynamics are applied to the design of the basictypes of chemical reactors (batch reactors, tubular flow reactors, and continuous stirred tank reactors) in order to showhow the design of the reactor influences the productivity, selectivity and economics of the chemical process leading tothe development of sustainable production facilities. Practical physical design of tanks and tubular reactors are alsoconsidered, along with typical industrial configurations and relevant safety systems.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours; Example classes / Tutorials 10 hours; Directed private study 70 hoursLecturer(s): Dr JO TitiloyeAssessment: Examination 1 (80%)

Coursework 1 (20%)Assessment Description: Examination:End of year examination accounting for 80% of the total markCoursework (numerical calculations on various topics delivered throughout the course): 20%

This module is assessed by a combination of examination and coursework. In order for the coursework marks tocount, you have to pass the exam component (with at least 40%). If you have less than 40% in the exam, then themodule mark will be just the exam mark and you will have to resit the exam.

Any resits are done by a supplementary exam only and the module mark is based on resit exam except it is a firstattempt. If you pass the exam but have failed the coursework, you may still fail the module, depending on the marksachieved, so it is important to do the coursework.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A supplementary examination in August will form 100% of the module mark.Assessment Feedback: Informal feedback will be provided during lectures and examples classes. Students willrecieve feedback on submitted coursework assessment. Formal feedback will be provided following completion of thefinal exam in line with standard College of Engineering protocols.Module Content: Introduction: The objectives of reactor design and safety considerations. What constitutes achemical reactor ? Types of industrial reactors, typical operation methodologies and conditions.

Chemical equilibrium and manipulation to achieve higher yields. Chemical kinetics, the rate of reaction, analysis ofchemical data, summary of the rate laws.

Batch reactors: The components and configuration of the batch tank, liquid mixing in vessels and scale-up, solid-liquid mixing in vessels and scale-up, scale-down considerations, modelling the performance of the ideal batch reactorto calculate batch time and production rates, examples of industrial processing from the fine chemicals andpharmaceutical industries, heat transfer in batch vessels including isothermal, non-isothermal and adiabatic modes,safety considerations for batch vessels including reaction enthalpies and adiabatic temperature rise, reactioncalorimetry, control and emergency procedures for batch reactors, design of safe sustainable processes. Mechanicaldesign of batch reactors.

Continuous flow reactors: The components of a continuous flow system, liquid mixing in continuous flow and the useof static mixers, modelling the performance of the ideal continuous reactor (CSTR and PFR) to calculate residencetimes and production rates, examples of industrial processing from the fine chemicals and oil and gas industries, gasreactions in continuous flow, non-ideal behaviour in continuous flow, the F-curve, C-curve and calculation ofdispersion, the tanks in series model. Mechanical design of tubular reactors

So which reactor do I chose, comparative analysis of different reactors, series and parallel reactions, throughputconsiderations and economic sense.

Intended Learning Outcomes: On completion, students should have an understanding and ability to:

• Recognise different reactor types and identify reactors and their components in a laboratory and industrialenvironment.

• Recognise the major safety implications in relation to physical reactor design, raw material handling and chemicalreactions.

• Manipulate data relating to reaction kinetics, reactors design equations, mass and energy balances, Isothermal andnon-isothermal reactor design.

• Select an appropriate reactor type and size for a given duty, including comparative analysis of the alternativeoptions.

• Locate and retrieve chemical and physical properties data relating to reactor design. Outline the procedures andapproach to basic mechanical design of vessels and tubular reactors, including configurations and associatedequipment.Reading List: Roberts, G. W. (George W.), Chemical reactions and chemical reactors / George W. Roberts, JohnWiley & Sons, 2009.ISBN: 0471742201Coulson, J. M, Chemical engineering / [by] J.M. Coulson and J.F. Richardson. Volume 3, Chemical and biochemicalreactors and process control ; by J.F. Richardson, D.G. Peacock, Pergamon Press, 1994.ISBN: 9780080410036Levenspiel, Octave, Chemical reaction engineering / Octave Levenspiel, Wiley, c1999.ISBN: 9780471254249Fogler, H Scott, Elements of chemical reaction engineering / H. Scott Fogler, Pearson, c2014.ISBN: 9781292026169Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of allcoursework and continuous assessment.Available to visiting and exchange students.Knowledge of chemical kinetics, mass balances and mathematics to 1st year university level is assumed.

This module is assessed by a combination of examination and coursework. In order for the coursework marks tocount, you have to pass the exam component (with at least 40%). If you have less than 40% in the exam, then themodule mark will be just the exam mark and you will have to resit the exam.

Any resits are done by a supplementary exam only and the module mark is based on resit exam except it is a firstattempt. If you pass the exam but have failed the coursework, you may still fail the module, depending on the marksachieved, so it is important to do the coursework.

EG-206 Instrumentation Measurement and ControlCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module aims to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of measuring elements incommon use in the processing industries, for selecting, specifying, operating and maintaining these instruments,sufficient to communicate effectively with subject experts. To introduce elementary concepts of control from a mainlyqualitative point of view. To develop an understanding of measurement and signal conditioning. To develop anunderstanding of the classification and operation of control valves and valve actuators and related equipment. Todevelop an understanding of pump selection and operation. At the end of this course students should be able tosynthesise and analyse the combined elements of pneumatic and electrical control loops.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules: EG-209Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours; Example classes 5 hours; Directed private study 75 hoursLecturer(s): Mr CO PhillipsAssessment: Examination 1 (90%)

Assignment 1 (10%)Assessment Description:Assignment 1 (This is a group piece of coursework) 10%

Exam 90%Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.Assessment Feedback: Assignment will be marked and returned to the student within 3 weeks.Module Content: Introduction - Reasons for automation [1], Certification/accreditation [1].Pressure - units, industrial measuring equipment [1].Flow - mechanical, integrating and industrial devices, theory of differential pressure meters, application to examplessuch as venturi, orifice, flow tubes, rotameters. Flow in open channels, flumes and weirs [3]. Pigging systems [1].Temperature - concept of temperature measurement, absolute and reference concepts, examples of industrialinstruments, Principles of radiation pyrometry, examples of optical and total radiation devices. [2]Pumps - Sizing, types, installation, seals and additional equipment. [2]Level - Industrial instruments for liquids and solids, basic coverage floats, probes, switches, [3]PH, Conductivity, Chlorination, Refractive Index, Redox, Brix - Measuring Equipment. [2]Control - introduction of basic principles on-off, open loop, concept of feedback, qualitative characteristics offeedback and feed forward control, introduction to three term PID control, concepts of gain, offset and load change,basic tuning characteristics, measurement, signal transmission.[2]Control valves - operating characteristics, rangeability, turndown ratio, flow-lift, actuation, pneumatic and electricaloperation. [2]Intended Learning Outcomes: • An understanding of the roles of automation and certification in the running of aprocesses plant.• A knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts of measurement of temperature, pressure, level andflow with selection of appropriate measurement equipment depending on requirements.• Basic knowledge and understanding of control systems including closed loop control, the principles of PID termcontrollers and operation of control valves.• An understanding of pumping equipment and how it is specified.Reading List:Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

EG-210 Thermodynamics of Process DesignCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module continues to develop further the fundamentals of thermodynamics studied in theYear 1 course (EGA114). It will develop the general applications needed in process engineering with particularreference to reactor design, separation processes, flow processes, heat engines and energy balance techniques.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures 20 hours

Example classes/Tutorials 10 hoursDirected private study 70 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr S SarpAssessment: Examination 1 (85%)

Coursework 1 (15%)Assessment Description: Examination:End of year examination accounting for 85% of the total mark

Coursework (total 15%):Tutorial Sheet 1 on Sections 1 & 2 of the course (see syllabus) accounting for 7.5% of the total mark.

Tutorial Sheet 2 on Sections 3 & 4 of the course (see syllabus) accounting for 7.5% of the total mark.

Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.Assessment Feedback: Exam feedback will be given via exam results and the exam feedback forms available on theSwansea University intranet.

Coursework feedback will be given via coursework marks, individual written comments on the coursework scripts andprovision of model answers on the Blackboard website.Module Content: Section 1: Standard states; Ideal and non-ideal equations of state; Generalised compressibilityfactor charts; Systems of gas mixtures; Ideal and non-ideal gas mixtures; Fugacity of gases; Health and safetyimplications of thermodynamic calculations (e.g. design pressures for vessels); Case studies [4].

Section 2: Thermodynamic equations and the 1st and 2nd laws for mathematical modelling of processes; Entropy;Reversible, irreversible and spontaneous systems; Carnot engine, simple air standard cycles for engines, systemefficiency, P-V and T-S diagrams; Steam power cycles, including Rankine cycle, reheat and regeneration systems;refridgeration cycles; Case studies [6].

Section 3: Clausius-Clapeyron equation; Gibbs free energy; Chemical potential and activities; Maxwell's equations;Chemical reaction equilibria: free energy of reactions; reaction and equilibrium isotherms; Van't Hoff isochore andisotherm. Case studies of chemical equilibria for industrial catalytic reaction systems for chemical product design [5].

Section 4: Phase equilibria for separation process engineering design; Thermodynamics of molecular mixtures(enthalpy, entropy, free-energy and volume); General liquid-vapour equilibrium models; Bubble and dew pointprediction and the De-Priester nomogram; Ideal and non-ideal mixtures; Models for predicting activity coefficients ofliquid solutions (Van-Laar, Wilson etc.); Maximum and minimum boiling-point mixtures; Azeotropes and distillation;Henry's Law; Effects of pressure, temperature and composition on equilibria. Case studies [5].Intended Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this module students should:1) be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the essential facts, concepts, theories and principles ofthermodynamics2) have the knowledge to apply appropriate science, engineering and mathematical tools to the analysis of problemsarising in thermodynamics3) have an understanding of the wider context of the underlying theory of thermodynamics, including its applicationsto engineering design and application to real world problems

Reading List: Eastop, T. D, Applied thermodynamics for engineering technologists / T. D. Eastop and A. McConkey,Longman, 1993.ISBN: 0582091934Smith, J. M, Introduction to chemical engineering thermodynamics, McGraw-Hill, c2005.ISBN: 9780071247085Fundamentals of engineering thermodynamics / Michael J. Moran ... [et al.], Wiley, 2011.ISBN: 9780470917688Felder, Richard M.; Rousseau, Ronald W, Elementary principles of chemical processes / Richard M. Felder, RonaldW. Rousseau, J. Wiley & Sons, 2005.ISBN: 9780471375876Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of allcoursework and continuous assessment.Available to visiting and exchange students.This module will be suppported with Blackboard.

EG-216 Practical Environmental ChemistryCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This environmental chemistry laboratory module is designed to give relevant experimental experienceto environmental engineers. The module aims to develop skills in experiment design; the appropriate use and safehandling of chemicals, the acquisition, processing, error analysis, and interpretation of experimental data; and todevelop skills in presentation and communication of experimental and technical information. The practical classconsists of an introductory lecture, six environmental engineering 4 hr labs, followed by one poster session, at whicheach student presents a poster on one of the experiments.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Practicals and poster sessionLecturer(s): Dr B SandnesAssessment: Laboratory work (10%)

Laboratory work (10%)Laboratory work (20%)Laboratory work (20%)Laboratory work (20%)Presentation (20%)

Assessment Description:Lab 1: Laboratory practical with summary report (8%) and pre-lab and H&S questions (2%).Lab 2: Laboratory practical with summary report (8%) and pre-lab and H&S questions (2%).Lab 3: Laboratory practical with full report (18%) and pre-lab and H&S questions (2%).Lab 4: Laboratory practical with full report (18%) and pre-lab and H&S questions (2%).Lab 5: Laboratory practical with full report (18%) and pre-lab and H&S questions (2%).The lab work is conducted in small groups. Each student maintains their own log book and submits individual reports.These are assessed as individual pieces of coursework.

A poster presentation session will be arranged where each student presents a poster on one of the lab experiments.(Individual assessment). 20% of mark.

Please be aware that in this module students are unable to redeem their failure by a standard resit examination. Failureof this module will mean that the student must repeat the module(s) or repeat the year. Failure to attend classes andactivities related to these modules will mean that you fail the module; hence you repeat the module/year.Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: Please be aware that in this module students are unable to redeem their failure by a standardresit examination. Failure of this module will mean that the student must repeat the module(s) or repeat the year.Failure to attend classes and activities related to these modules will mean that you fail the module; hence you repeatthe module/year.Assessment Feedback: Marked reports with comments returned to students.Discussion and marks of poster at poster presentation.Module Content:A practical class consisting of six environmental chemistry engineering practicals, each of 4 hours duration. Anintroductory lecture covers safety aspects, error analysis and report writing.Examples of experiments*:i) Equilibrium constant for FeNCS2+ii) Titrimetric determination of acid concentrationiii) Cation Exchange capacity (CEC) of soilsiv) Ocean acidification by CO2v) Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD)vi) Chemical oxygen demand (COD)

*Note, listThe practical classes are followed by one poster session where each student presents a poster on one of theexperiments above.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module the students should be able to:

1) Identify health and safety risks and demonstrate safe laboratory practice.2) Plan experiments and conduct careful measurements to obtain good quality data.3) Analyse and interpret data from a range of environmental measurements including water quality (BOD, COD), soilCation Exchange Capacity and water acidification by carbon dioxide dissolution.4) Present results in professional written reports.5) Present results orally and visually in a poster presentation session.

1) is assessed through pre-lab tests and during lab session, 2) - 4) is assessed based on written reports (coursework),and 5) is assessed at final poster presentation session.

Reading List:Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.

EG-233 Placement Preparation: Engineering Industrial YearCredits: 0 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)Module Aims: This generic cross-disciplinary module is for all students who have enrolled (or transferred) onto theEngineering Year in Industry scheme. The module focuses on the underpinning and fundamental requisites required togain, enter and progress effectively through an industrial placement. Learners will be introduced to a) sourcingplacements, CV writing and application techniques; (b) interview Techniques - how to pitch yourself and besuccessful; (c) workplace fundamentals and IP awareness, behaviours and expectations; (d) key employability skills;getting the most from your Industrial Placement; and (e) health and safety in the workplace.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 11 hours consisting of a mix of seminars and workshops. 11 one hour drop-in advice sessions. Review of

CV and cover letter.Lecturer(s): Dr GTM Bunting, Dr CME Charbonneau, Prof OJ Guy, Mr CD Jones, Mr P Lindsay, Dr A Rees, Dr SARolland, Dr G Todeschini, Dr CAC WoodAssessment: Placements (100%)Assessment Description: Students are required to attend the health and safety lecture. Students who do not attend andhave no valid reason will not be permitted to continue on an Engineering Industrial Placement Year programme ofstudy.Moderation approach to main assessment: Not applicableFailure Redemption: Successful completion of this module depends upon attendance at, and engagement with, thehealth and safety lecture. Therefore there will normally be no opportunity to redeem failure. However, specialprovision will be made for students with extenuating or special circumstances.Assessment Feedback: N/A

However, students will be able to discuss and seek feedback / advice on their search for an industrial placement duringthe drop-in sessions.Module Content: The module will focus on the key requirements to gain and be successful whilst on a placement.Directed and self-directed activity will address the following topics;

1) Engineering Industrial Placements - what they are, how to search and how to apply.

2) CV writing, cover letters and application processes.

3) Assessment centres, interview techniques and mock interview.

4) Recognising and developing employability skills.

5) Reflecting and maximising the placement experience.

6) One to one meeting with careers and employability staff.

7) Health and safety in the workplace.Intended Learning Outcomes: By the end of this module, students will:

1) Know how to find and apply for placements, create a CV and complete a placement application.

2) Understand the interview process and gain interview experience.

3) Discuss and share what is expected within the workplace including behavioural and professional conduct.

4) Identify personal employability skills and how these will be used in a workplace setting.Reading List:Additional Notes: Module code reserved by t.bailey on 17/02/2016 11:22:07

This module is only available for students enrolled on the Engineering Year in Industry scheme.

EG-285 Statistical Techniques in EngineeringCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)Module Aims: This module offers a balanced, streamlined one-semester introduction to Engineering Statistics thatemphasizes the statistical tools most needed by practicing engineers. Using real engineering problems with real datataken from engineering journal publications, students see how statistics fits within the methods of engineeringproblem solving. The module teaches students how to think like an engineer when analyzing real data.

Assignments, answered through blackboard, tailored to each engineering discipline, are intended to simulate problemsthat students will encounter professionally during their future careers. Emphasis is placed on Excel as a computerenvironment for tackling engineering problems that require the use of statistics.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Lectures: 20 hours

Computer-based example classes: 11 hoursDirected private study 35 hoursPreparation for assessment 34 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr M EvansAssessment: Coursework 1 (15%)

Coursework 2 (25%)Coursework 3 (25%)Coursework 4 (35%)

Assessment Description: Coursework 1 (contributes 15% to module grade). Students will work on a dataset/information related to their engineering discipline.Students will receive a series of multiple choice questions viaBlackboard and will be expected to use Excel to find the answer these questions. Questions will be related to units 1.Coursework 2 (contributes 25% to module grade). Students will work on a data set/information related to theirengineering discipline.Students will receive a series of multiple choice questions via Blackboard and will be expectedto use Excel to find the answer these questions. Questions will be related to unit 2.Coursework 3 (contributes 25% to module grade). Students will tackle a series of multiple choice questions usingExcel and submit their work via Blackboard. Students will work on a data set/information related to their engineeringdiscipline.Students will receive a series of multiple choice questions via Blackboard and will be expected to use Excelto find the answer these questions. Questions will be related to units 3&4Coursework 4 (contributes 35% to module grade). Students will work on a data set/information related to theirengineering discipline.Students will receive a series of multiple choice questions via Blackboard and will be expectedto use Excel to find the answer these questions. Questions will be related to unit 5.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: Students will be offered 1 assignment to complete over the summer vacation. This will be inthe form of a 10 page report and the module grade will then be determined by this submission only .Assessment Feedback: Students will receive their grades, together with models answers, within 3 weeks ofsubmission.

Module Content: Unit 1: SamplesSample Statistics: Engineering method and statistical thinking (variability), mean, standard deviation, median, inter-quartile range and mode.Data Displays: Stem-and-Leaf displays, box plots and histograms.

Unit 2: Modelling the Random Behaviour of PopulationsProbability. The addition rule and mutual exclusivity, the product rule and independence, applications to product &process reliability..Discrete Random Variables. Random variables, the binomial distribution, the Poisson distribution and the hypergeometric distribution.Continuous Random Variables. The uniform, normal, triangular, exponential Weibull and chi square distributions.

Unit 3: EstimationPopulations and Sampling. Distinction between a population and a sample, population parameters and samplestatistics, random sampling from a population, computer simulation of a random sample.Sample estimates of population parameters. The method of moments.Empirical Distributions: The distribution chi square test and probability plots.Sample estimates of population parameters. The least squares method and linear regression analysis.Sampling Distributions. Illustrating the concept of a sampling distribution, the central limit theorem and the reliabilityof sample estimates through computer simulation.

Unit 4: Hypothesis TestingBasic Concepts, the null and alternative hypothesis, the significance level and the power of a test.Non - Parametric Testing. The sign test and Tukey test.Parametric Testing. Inference for a single mean, inference for two independent samples, inference for two dependentsamples, determining required sample sizes, inference for variances.Confidence Intervals.

Unit 5: Model Building and Regression AnalysisCorrelation & Non-Linear Regression Analysis. The correlation coefficient, types of non linear models used withinengineering, and non-linear regression through data transformations,Multiple Regression and Diagnostics. Multiple linear regression; adjusted R2; statistical significance of modelparameter, residual analysis.Process Optimisation. The second order response surface model, simplification, on target optimisation with minimumvariation, the mean square error.

A practical class will follow each week, where directed study will be provided to highlight how the techniques learntin each lecture can be applied to Chemical and Materials engineering problems within Excel.

Intended Learning Outcomes: Appreciate the use and applicability of statistical analysis in engineering.Ability to use Excel's statistical functions.Ability to build probabilistic (life) models.Ability to optimize manufacturing process and improve quality.Statistical thinking and structured problem solving capabilities.Think about, understand and deal with variability.Reading List: Hayter, Anthony J, Probability and statistics for engineers and scientists / Anthony Hayter,Brooks/Cole, Cengage Learning, 2012.ISBN: 9781133112143Holman, J. P, What every engineer should know about Excel / J.P. Holman, CRC/Taylor & Francis, 2006.ISBN:9780849373268Vining, G. Geoffrey, Statistical methods for engineers / Geoffrey Vining, Scott Kowalski, Cengage Learning,2011.ISBN: 9780538737234Additional Notes: PENALTY: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR LATE SUBMISSION

Attendance at computer classes is compulsory.The module is only for students within the College of Engineering.Notes, worked examples and assignments can be found on Blackboard.

EGA210 Power for transport, industry and the homeCredits: 10 Session: 2017/18 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: Introduction to Energy and Climate Change Theory. Energy concepts and conversion efficiency. Non-sustainable and sustainable energy sources. Future energy systems and distribution networks.Pre-requisite Modules: EG-100; EG-161Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: 22 Hours of Lectures

4 hours of tutorials and revision classes74 hours of private study

Lecturer(s): Dr E AndreoliAssessment: Examination 1 (80%)

Assignment 1 (20%)Assessment Description: The assignment is worth 20%. It is a written assignment where students will typically writean essay or report on a sustainable generation type or energy efficiency technology requiring some backgroundresearch.

The examination is worth 80% of the module. It consists of four questions. Question one is compulsory, then thestudents answer two from three of the remaining questions. Each question answered will be worth 33.3% of theexamination. The examination topics will be those presented in the lectures, although the students will be expected tohave a good overview of the subject that has been developed through the reading list.Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or auditFailure Redemption: Students will re-sit the exam now worth 100% of the module (assignment marks are ignored)however, with marks capped at 40%.Assessment Feedback: For the assignment students will be able to reclaim their assignment that has been markedwith added comments.

For the examination the students will recieve a generic form that tells the student what common mistakes were. It alsolists the mean mark and the number of 1st class, 2:1 class, 2:2 class, 3rd class and fails achieved by the group.

Individually the students can make appointments with the lecturer to revieve specific individual feedback on theassignment or examination if this is wanted.Module Content: The course will review the current drivers to move to sustainable and low CO2 emission energysystems. The theoretical limits on energy transformation efficiency will be studied for a range of energy systems. Themost common non-sustainable fossil fuel energy generation systems will be studied in detail and compared by detailedstudy to sustainable sources such as wind and solar. This will be followed by an introduction to concepts such asSMART metering and Distributed Generation and the changes required to the current infrastructure to introduce aSMART grid.Intended Learning Outcomes: Students will have a solid grounding in the fundamentals of energy transformationand the theoretical limits on efficiency.

Students will have detailed knowledge and understanding of a variety of energy systems that can be used at variousscales and their environmental impacts.

Finally the move to low carbon and sustainable energy sources will be studied in terms of required technology andhow this may impact the current energy infrastructure.Reading List: Coley, David A, Energy and climate change: [print and electronic book] creating a sustainable future /David A. Coley, John Wiley, c2008.ISBN: 9780470853139MacKay, David J. C, Sustainable energy--without the hot air / David J.C. MacKay, UIT, 2009.ISBN: 9780954452933Additional Notes: AVAILABLE TO visiting and exchange students with relevant pre-requisite knowledge

EGA225 Process and Environmental Plant OperationsCredits: 20 Session: 2017/18 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)Module Aims: This module supports and amplifies lectures by providing practical experience of process equipment,its operation,performance and construction. The three components of the module are Equipment Assembly (EA1), the UnitOperations Laboratory (UOL) and Project. EA1 is carried out in groups of approximately 5, the UOLexperiments are carried out in pairs and the project are usually conducted with groups of 5. The module involves arange of activities to enhance team work, report writing, time management and presentation skills as well as to furtherthe understanding of subjects covered in taught modules.Pre-requisite Modules:Co-requisite Modules:Incompatible Modules:Format: Equipment Assembly (EA1) 3 x 8 hours; Unit Operations Laboratory (UOL) classes 2 x 8 hours; Project

1 x 8 hoursLecturer(s): Dr YK Ju-NamAssessment: Coursework 1 (40%)

Coursework 2 (40%)Coursework 3 (20%)

Assessment Description: Coursework 1 (40%): EA1 - This includes attendance, and organisation of project,construction, commissioning andstart-up – judged by inspection of completed project, log-book content and final report.Coursework 2 (40%): UOL - Each pair of students carries out 2 experiment. The marking criteria for eachexperiment conducted is as follows: laboratory notebook (25 marks), report (60 marks), summary of reports (15marks). The students are assessed as a pair so teamwork is vital.Coursework 3 (20%): Project - The students will be allocated a group (5 members) and the group will carry outresearch (literature based) and write a report (80 marks) on any of the following topics (examples): small and mediumsized hygienic enterprises; large scale hygienic enterprises; wastewater treatment plant. The group will then give apresentation on that project (20 marks).Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderationFailure Redemption: Due to the nature of this module (lab and industrial work), IT IS NOT POSSIBLE to redeem afailure in this module.Assessment Feedback: Verbal feedback is given throughout the module during lab sessions and project research.Students are advised throughoutthe module on what is expected.Unit Operations: Lab books are marked at the end of each session. Reports are marked and returned to thestudents prior to the next laboratory session. Staff and demonstrators continually monitor and advise the studentsduring the laboratory session.Project: Students are required to write a report on a selection of topics. Feedback on these reports will be givenwithin the appropriate time allowed by the College.

Module Content: EA1: The project will cover the planning and assembly of a small scale rig with the tasks including:Safety and riskanalysis; Safe working techniques; Preparing a 'safe working' plan; The use of basic hand tools; The design andconstruction of a support frame; Planning the piping layout; Procedures for the installation of medium scale processequipment including pumps, valves, regulators, heat exchangers and instruments; Preparing a basic commissioningand start-up plan; Selection of valve types; The installation of a pump taking into account the priming and suctionhead requirements; Selection and installation of suitable instruments.UOL: Students prepare, conduct and write up an experiment on a major unit operation of process engineering. Theequipment is of industrial pilot plant scale. The laboratory work provides practical demonstrations of physicalprocesses studied in lecture courses, and experience in the application of theory to the analysis of unit operations.Several key transferable skills are developed, including teamwork and time management. The Unit OperationsLaboratory also provides intellectual challenge, opportunities for independent thinking, and motivation to studyprocess engineering. The experiment will be a selection from the following unit operations: Fluid flow (pipe flow orair duct); Heat transfer (air-water or water-water heat exchanger); Distillation and absorption (bubble-cap, packedbed or wetted wall column); Evaporation (forced circulation or climbing film); Process thermodynamics (heat pumpor combustion); Miscellaneous (chemical reactor, process control, liquid mixing, water cooling tower, fluidised bedor membrane filtration).Project: The students will carry out literature research work on a project related to any of the following topics: smalland medium sized hygienic enterprises; large scale hygienic enterprises; wastewater treatment plant. They will alsostudy the potential impact of a process on the environment; process operation (preparation of an FDS); health andsafety in the business. Report writing.Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to:- Understand major unit operations on a pilot plant scale, at the deeper level, which results from having applied theoryto practice.- Apply knowledge of science and engineering to processes.- Analyse a strategy for risk and hazard evaluation and the implications of the best practical means of achievingdesired objectives.- Maintain a diary of events.- Make sketches, drawings and P&ID’s.- Perform calculations and convert units.- Work in a team and exhibit leadership skills.- Communicate effectively.Reading List:Additional Notes: NOT AVAILABLE TO VISITING AND EXCHANGE STUDENTS.

FAILURE REDEMPTION: IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO REDEEM A FAILURE FOR THIS MODULE. NO RE-SITIN SUMMER

The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework andcontinuous assessment.