Process Simulation 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CHEE3031 | Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineeri | 3 | 10 | Autumn China |
- Code
- CHEE3031
- School
- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineeri
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn China
Summary
This module is an introduction to steady-state process simulation by computer. Students will use a commercial package (currently Aspen HYSYS) which will allow them to create and interact with a simulation of a real-life process (e.g. natural gas processing plant) and experiment with different scenarios to better understand how an actual industrial facility operates.
Target Students
Students registered in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering only. Available to JYA/Erasmus students
Classes
- One 1-hour seminar each week for 12 weeks
- One 3-hour lecture each week for 12 weeks
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Assessment
- 50% Coursework 1: Submission of 1 flowsheet simulations with presentation and interpretation of main engineering results.
- 50% Written Exam 1: 3 hours (open exam) (at the end of the Autumn semester). Simulation of process with multiple units
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to develop students' understanding of steady-state process simulation by computer. Students will be using Aspen HYSYS to carry out steady-state mass and energy balances on process flowsheets and investigate how to optimise a given process using such software.Learning Outcomes
A2.3.1 Be familiar with the application and limitations of a range of modelling approaches including first-principles models, simple empirical correlations, and artificial intelligence approaches.
Demonstrated by the ability to identify the main assumptions and limitations of unit operation models used in process simulation software. Assessed as part of a series of compulsory in-class tests with questions on the application and limitations of individual unit operation models (e.g. distillation column, PFR) of commercial process simulation software.
A2.3.2 Be competent in the use of numerical and computer methods, including commercial software for solving chemical engineering problems (detailed knowledge of computer coding is not required).
Demonstrated by the ability to calculate mass and energy balances of industrial processes and individual unit operations using commercial process simulation software. Assessed as part of a series of compulsory in-class tests which require the students to a) use existing process flowsheets and b) build process flowsheets from scratch using data provided to calculate specific process parameters (e.g. compressor power requirements).
A.2.5.4 Be able to apply digital techniques to solving chemical engineering problems.
Demonstrated by a) successfully using commercial process simulation software accessible on online platforms, such as Windows Virtual Desktop to develop process flowsheets and b) using online communication platforms, such as MS Teams to interact with instructor and peers to solve process simulation problems.
A5.2.5 Be effective users of IT.
Demonstrated by the ability to access and use commercial process simulation software to model chemical, physical and other technical processes and unit operations. Evidenced by successfully answering questions in formative and compulsory in-class tests which require students to access and use specialised computer software
Conveners
- Dr Binjie Hu