Advanced Computational Methods

Code School Level Credits Semesters
CHEE4039 Chemical & Environmental Engineering 4 10 Spring Malaysia
Code
CHEE4039
School
Chemical & Environmental Engineering
Level
4
Credits
10
Semesters
Spring Malaysia

Summary

This module is designed to offer experience of advanced software applications in chemical engineering, with potential application to the later MSc Research Project. It is a tutorial-based module assessed by coursework. It will develop the student's understanding of computational methods and their ability to apply them in chemical engineering

Target Students

Available to Year 4 students registered on the following courses: Chemical Engineering and Chemical Engineering with Environmental Engineering, MSc in Chemical Engineering

Classes

3 hours per week, consisting of lectures, examples problems, and class activities

Assessment

Educational Aims

The module is designed to offer experience of advanced software applications in chemical engineering, with potential application to Research Projects.

Learning Outcomes

UK PO

A 2.3.1 Be familiar with, and able to apply, a range of appropriate tools such as dimensional analysis and mathematical modelling.

A 2.3.2 Understand the role of empirical correlation and other approximate methods.

A 2.3.3 Be competent in the use of numerical and computer methods, including industry-standard chemical engineering software, for solving chemical engineering problems (detailed knowledge of computer coding is not required).

A 5.2.1 Have developed a wide range of problem-solving skills.

A 5.2.5 Be effective users of IT.

A 6.0.1 Have the ability to handle uncertainty and complexity

A 6.1 Cover ‘Depth’ subjects in the area of using advanced software applications in chemical engineering.

 

EAC PO

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

PO2: Problem Analysis - Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and chemical engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development (WK1 to WK4)

PO5:Tool Usage - Create, select and apply, and recognize limitation of appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems, (WK2 and WK6);

Conveners

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Last updated 09/01/2025.