CHEM ENG 7050 - Fluid and Particle Mechanics
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CHEM ENG 7050 Course Fluid and Particle Mechanics Coordinating Unit Chemical Engineering Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Incompatible CHEM ENG 3035 Assumed Knowledge CHEM ENG 2018 Assessment Tutorials, special assignment, final examination Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Philip Kwong
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1 Characterise and describe fluid-particle systems in terms of their basic physical properties; 2 Predict the velocity of particles moving in a fluid as a function of particle characteristics (size, shape, deformability and concentrations) and fluid properties; 3 Perform basic design calculations and analyses of typical fluid-particle operations and related industrial equipment; 4 Work proficiently and effectively in small teams.
The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia . The course develops the following EA Elements of Competency to levels of introductory (A), intermediate (B), advanced (C):
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 A — C B C — C C C A A B A C A — University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2-3 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
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Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Reference Books
Coulson, JM & Richardson JF 1996, Chemical Engineering, V.2, 4th Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford.
Foust, AS et al 1980, Principles of Unit Operations, 2nd Edition, Wiley and Sons, New York.
Perry, RH & Green, DW 1998, Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
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Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Contact Hours Workload Hours Expected total Workload Hours Lectures 0 18 18 Workshops 24 24 48 Tutorials 22 44 66 Mid-term test 1 5 6 Practicals 2 1 3 Exam 3 12 15 TOTAL 52 104 156
Learning Activities Summary
Topic 1: Particulate systems
Description, characterisation and classification
Topic 2: Mechanics of particles in a fluid
Rigid particles; Deformable particles (bubbles and drops); Multi particle systems
Topic 3: Flow through porous media
Single-phase flow; Two-phase flows (co-current and counter-current)
Topic 4: Sedimentation
Batch sedimentation; Continuous sedimentation; Thickener analysis and design
Topic 5: Fluidisation
Theory; Particulate fluidisation; Aggregative fluidisation
Topic 6: Filtration
Theory; Batch filtration operations; Continuous filtration
Topic 7: Solid-fluid transport
Pneumatic transport of solids by pipeline; Hydraulic transport of solids by pipeline
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Assessment
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Assessment Summary
* The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.Assessment Task Weighting (%) Individual/ Group Formative/ Summative Due (week)* Learning outcomes Tutorial Assignments 25 Group Formative 3,5,9,11 1. 2. 3. 4. Special Assignment 20 Individual Formative 13 1. 2. 3. 4. Practical 5 Group Formative 6 1. 2. 3. 4. Final Examination 50 Individual Summative 15 1. 2. 3. Total 100 Assessment Detail
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Submission
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Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
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