Chemical and Phase Equilibria
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CHEE2015 | Chemical & Environmental Engineering | 2 | 10 | Autumn Malaysia |
- Code
- CHEE2015
- School
- Chemical & Environmental Engineering
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn Malaysia
Summary
This module provides a basis for understanding and appreciating of the thermodynamic network, thermodynamics of mixtures, chemical equilibrium, single and multiple components phase equilibrium and types of phase equilibrium calculation especially vapor-liquid equilibrium (VLE).
Target Students
Chemical and Environmental Engineering
Classes
- Three 2-hour workshops each week for 3 weeks
- Nine 2-hour tutorials each week for 9 weeks
- Twelve 1-hour lectures each week for 12 weeks
Assessment
- 20% In-class test
- 80% Final Exam (2-hour)
Educational Aims
Accreditation Learning OutcomesA2.2.4 Understand the principles of equilibrium and chemical thermodynamics, and application to phase behaviour. Demonstrated by the ability to formulate and solve phase and chemical equilibria models using alternative approaches like Raoult’s law.A2.3.1 Be familiar with the application and limitations of a range of modelling approaches including first-principles models and simple empirical correlations. Demonstrated by the ability to model phase equilibrium problems using first principles and empirical correlations.Learning Outcomes
A student who has successfully completed this module will be able to:
1. Gain the understanding of equations of state and their applications in common engineering problems.
2. Gain an appreciation of the thermodynamic network and the thermodynamics of mixtures.
3. Calculate reaction equilibrium constants for ideal and real gases.
4. Clear understanding of the concept of fugacity and phase equilibrium for single and multi-components.
5. Solve vapor-liquid equilibrium problems by using different methods.
EAC PO
EAC PO1: Engineering Knowledge - Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and chemical engineering fundamentals, and an chemical engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop solutions to complex engineering problems.
Conveners
- Dr Ianatul Khoiroh