CHEN3013

CHEN3013: Sustainable Palm Oil Processing and Production

Science and Engineering

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About this Unit

This unit introduces the palm oil and oleochemical industry. Palm oil mills are described in terms of the system and process, process equipment and environmental control plan (ECP). The palm oil refining processes, which include degumming, neutralisation, bleaching, deodorisation and fractionation, are studied and discussed along with the production of various palm oil derivatives. Students will learn the challenges in the oil palm industry such as diseases and pests that are affecting the quality of the oil palm and the mitigation strategies. Students also learn about the environmental impact and waste management of palm oil processing, as well as the sustainability and future direction of the industry. In addition, oleochemical chemistry, i.e. the relevant chemical characteristics, physical properties and reactions, of palm oil is studied. Sustainability certification schemes will be taught such as Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), and Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil Certification Scheme for sustainable production of palm oil and ensures the competitiveness of palm oil in the global market.

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Unit Details

Credits25

Contact Hours4 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaWASM: Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering (WASM-MECE) (1155)

Field of Education030301 Chemical Engineering

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Tuition Pattern

Lecture1 x 3 hours weekly
Workshop1 x 1.5 hour weekly

Prerequisites

PrerequisitesComplete All

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