CHEN4014

CHEN4014: Advanced Particle Processes

Science and Engineering

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About this Unit

Introduction to Particle Processes. Properties and Sampling of Particulate Solids. Nanoparticles and Nanotechnology: nanoporous materials; synthesis of nanomaterials; characteristics of nanomaterials; applications of nanomaterials. The Motion of Particles: fundamental physical processes; particle-particle interactions; particle packing; particles in fluids, fixed beds and fluidized beds. Particle Characterisation: particle adhesion and crystallisation; particle size measurement and analysis. Catalysts and Heterogeneous Catalysis. Particle Handling and Processing: mixing of particles, particle agglomeration / granulation and coagulation processes; froth flotation; particle modelling in particulate processes. Environment and Safety: comminution and environmental considerations; dust explosion hazard assessment and control.

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Unit Details

Credits25

Contact Hours5 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

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

Field of Education030301 Chemical Engineering

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Tuition Pattern

Lecture2 x 2 hours weekly
Workshop (demonstration)1 x 1 hour weekly

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