CME2027 : Process Development Science and Analysis
CME2027 : Process Development Science and Analysis
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Professor Katarina Novakovic
- Lecturer: Dr Stevin Pramana
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CME1020 | Chemistry |
| CME1021 | Thermodynamics |
| CME1023 | Transfer Processes |
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The aim of the module is to provide an overview of the complexity of real chemical systems relevant to successful process development, i.e. conversion of research synthesis into a manufacturing process. The goal is to aid knowledge needed for evaluation of the effect of choices made in developing a synthesis route. Lectures will explain the logic and significance of critical thinking behind multidisciplinary approach required for successful chemical process development by focusing on major points where chemical and process engineering meet. The range of analytical methods and the complexities encountered in measurements and data generation will be shown.
Outline Of Syllabus
Elements of the science of process development will be covered and concepts such as measure of process complexity, chemical reaction modelling, competing reactions, pre-reaction equilibria, multiphase reactions, coupling of chemical and mass transfer rates and scale up, will be exemplified with practical examples. A variety of analytical methods and procedures for the analysis of feedstocks, process and products for selected processes will be discussed. Particularly, spectroscopy (e.g. IR, Uv-Vis and Raman) and separations using chromatography aspects.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
By the end of the course, student will:
- recognise and use complexities in chemical systems to solve problems; (C1)
- understand the objectives of chemical process development and requirements for manufacturing process; (C1)
- develop and demonstrate skills required for chemical reaction modelling; (C2, C3)
- analyse, and select a way forward to manage some examples of competing reactions; (C1)
- use information provided to manage pre-reaction equilibria; (C1)
- develop understanding and apply multiphase chemical reactions systems in respect of process development and scale-up; (C1,C13)
- demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of analytical chemistry for process monitoring and control. (C3)
Intended Skill Outcomes
Ability to correlate theoretical chemical principles to practical process analysis, characterisation and process development relevant to process scale-up.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 23 | 1:00 | 23:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Formative test |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 16:00 | 16:00 | Exam revision |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | Tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 48:00 | 48:00 | Review lecture material, tutorials, revisions and extended reading. |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The predominance of lectures is appropriate for the module. The tutorial sessions provide an opportunity for the
students to practise the numerical methods required for calculations as well as put taught content into a broader
context of a chemical engineering discipline. Throughout the module, students are being prepared for the
assessment and given opportunity to practice each of the elements assessed.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 100 | Timetabled exam in controlled environment |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | Online test to assist learning and preparation for exam - 90 minutes. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The final exam tests the knowledge of the students on the concepts taught in the lectures.
The online test allows student to determine their learning and assists in their preparation for the exam.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CME2027's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- CME2027's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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