University of Technology Sydney

41382 Unit Operations

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UTS: Engineering: Civil and Environmental Engineering
Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks

Requisite(s): 41117 Introduction to Chemical Process Engineering AND 41380 Heat and Mass Transfer AND 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics

Description

In this subject, students are introduced to the design of unit operations and equipment for industrial applications. Students learn the principles of membrane separation, distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, ion exchange, absorption, adsorption, and drying. Students also explore the economics, safety and environmental responsibility in all stages of the design process. Upon the completion of this subject, students will have acquired analytical skills and knowledge for designing and constructing the piping and instrument diagram (P&ID) of an integrated system of multiple unit operations.

Contribution to the development of graduate attributes

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

This subject contributes to the development of the following Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies:

  • 1.3. In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • 1.5. Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • 2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • 3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
  • 3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.