School of Chemical Engineering

Study Abroad Modules 2019/20

The information contained within this booklet is accurate as of November 2019, however, it is subject to change
and not all options may be available in any particular year. Some option combinations are only available if the
timetable permits
 LC Introduction to Transport Phenomena &
Module Title:
Thermodynamics
Module Code: 28471

Module Level: LC

Credits: 10

Semester: Full Term

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: A Level Chemistry and Maths or equivalent

Module Description:

This module is interchangeable between semester 1 and semester 2.

Students taking the module in semester 1 will cover:
strongFluid Flow:/strong
a) Introduction to fluid flow phenomena in engineering.
b) Hydrostatics: Pressure variation with position in a static fluid, manometers, hydrostatic forces on submerged
surfaces, forces on unconstrained bodies, surface tension and capillarity, methods of surface tension
measurement.
c) Hydrodynamics: classification of flows in terms of variation of flow parameters in time and space, the concepts
of streamline and stream tube, the principles of continuity, energy and momentum, turbulent flow.
d) Applications of principles to engineering problems, including flow measurement (e.g by orifice, Venturi,
rotameter). Forces on pipe bends, nozzles and plates.
e) Steady flow problems concerning head loss and pressure drop due to friction in pipe flows (Bernoulli), non-
circular ducts, friction factors, Moody diagram and friction losses in fittings.
f) Physical fluid properties, their dimensions and units, SI System, dimensional analysis.
Students taking the module in semester 2 will cover:
strongHeat Transfer:/strong
a) Conduction: (one-dimensional steady state) Fourier?s Law, conduction with multiple layers, simple geometries,
resistance in series.
b) Convection and Boundary Layers: Heat transfer coefficients for natural and forced convection. Practical
problems involving forced convection, resistances in series, overall heat transfer coefficients, Design of simple
heat exchangers, log-mean temperature differences.
c) Basics of radiation: (Stefan-Boltzmann equation), emissivity, absorptivity, transmissivity and reflectivity, net
exchange of radiation between surfaces.
strongThermodynamics:/strong
a) The scope of thermodynamics. The basic quantities and their SI units. The fundamental concepts: force,
pressure, temperature, intensive and extensive properties, the system and its surroundings, closed and open
systems, state and processes, phases and components, phase changes and equilibrium, and the different forms of
energy.
b) First Law. The energy balance equation and its applications to closed and open systems. The continuity
equation. Work and heat in processes. Reversible and irreversible processes. Heat engines. Carnot cycle and some
other theoretical cycles including refrigeration.
c) Second Law: Entropy and irreversible processes, spontaneous processes. The preparation and the use of
thermodynamic tables and diagrams (including using entropy to calculate work in adiabatic processes).
Assessment:

This module is for Exchange and Science without Borders students only. Students will be advised of the nature
and timing of their assessment within the first two weeks of the module
Module Title: LC Modelling Concepts and Tools
Module Code: 28472

Module Level: LC

Credits: 10

Semester: Full Term

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: A Level Chemistry and Maths or equivalent

Module Description:

Students would do either part A or B of the below, for this 10-credit version of the module.
This two semester module (part A in Semester 1, Part B in semester 2) introduces the methodologies for the
synthesis of a new process and discusses the factors governing process selection.
This module concerns the mathematical modelling of engineering problems, and introduces students to the
mathematical methods and software tools they will require for such modelling.
Syllabus
In the first Semester this module covers:
the principles of modelling (idealisation of a physical or chemical system, variable identification, use of physical
and chemical laws and simplifying assumptions, balancing equations, sign conventions);
embedded mathematics (algebraic manipulation, roots of equations, simultaneous equations, powers and
indices, logarithms, scalars and vectors);
simple generic applications to understand the basic concepts of modelling and the use of modelling tools;
estimation and Fermi questions;
determinants, basic matrix manipulation, introduction to programming and MATLAB.
There will be presentations on a team assignment during semester 1.
Second Semester teaching covers:
embedded mathematics (limits, derivatives, differentiation and integration, partial fractions);
model verification and failure (use of experimental data);
modelling with first order ODEs (direct integration, separating the variables, integrating factors);
further MATLAB;
more generic examples

Assessment:

This module is for Exchange and Science without Borders students only. Students will be advised of the nature
and timing of their assessment within the first two weeks of the module.
Module Title: LC Food: Friend or Foe (10cr)
Module Code: 30723

Module Level: LC

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 1 or 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: None

Module Description:

Students would do either part A or B of the below, for this 10-credit version of the module.
This two semester module (part A in Semester 1, Part B in semester 2) introduces fundamentals?..
Food is essential to sustain life; however food can also be a major contributor towards a nation?s morbidity and
mortality rates. Examples include food poisoning, gastrointestinal diseases, allergic reactions, obesity, diabetes,
and cancer.
This module will introduce students to the nutritional value of food , whilst the module will focus on the dangers
from food. Participants will study issues such as food poverty, food crime (e.g. horsemeat scandal) and obesity.
Semester 1 Students will study microbial, physical, chemical and allergenic hazards associated with food, plus an
understanding of how these can be controlled, reviewing food poisoning cases and outbreaks e.g. E. Coli 0157,
and look at food pests, and the effectiveness of cleaning.
Semester 2 will give an understanding of the food production environment by studying the manufacturing
technology hygiene management systems, food fraud and EU and domestic legislation used to control hazards
and ultimately produce safe food.

Assessment:

Assessments: 100% assignment based

Reassessment: n/a
Module Title: LH Processing for Formulation
Module Code: 23627

Module Level: LH

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Years 1 and 2 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

The course will be taught by case study, developing understanding of product development, technological issues,
process decisions and implementation. Product evaluation and characterisation methods are introduced. The
studies will be based around the processing of zirconia (allowing the development of materials processing routes,
phase control (phase diagrams), mechanical properties and the evaluation of microstructure). Catalyst extrusion
(alumina supports, exploring sol-gel technologies and soft solids processing routes). Bio recovery of metals from
waste streams. The final bio processing case study will concentrate on magnetic fishing. Starting from basic first
principles the development of powerful magnetic techniques for bioprocessing will be described. Using examples,
the properties required of magnetic adsorbents and magnetic separator equipment will be described, the ways in
which magnetic bioprocesses can be operated, modelled and optimised will be demonstrated, and future
prospects of magnetic fishing technology within the bioprocess industries will be highlighted.

Assessment:

Written examination (2 hours) 100%

Module Title: LH Plant Optimisation
Module Code: 26506

Module Level: LH

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Years 1 and 2 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

The manufacturing sector is rapidly changing to adjust to a range of complex and often conflicting needs while
aiming to maximize a range of benefits.
This module will equip students with the tools necessary to undertake these tasks as well as present their use in a
range of manufacturing sectors of interest to chemical engineers. The module will introduce the students to
setting up optimization problems; optimization of unconstrained/constrained objective functions; optimization of
linear and non linear problems. Elements of design of experiments will be also introduced including full and
fractional factorial. Speakers from the various industrial sectors will expand on the use of these methods.

Assessment:

Two class tests (2 x 50%)

Module Title: LH MultiPhase Systems (Part B)
Module Code: 29943

Module Level: LH

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Years 1 and 2 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

In this module liquid/liquid and fluid/solid systems are discussed. Concept of maximum stable drop size in laminar
and turbulent flow in stirred vessel and in pipes is introduced. Coalescence and breakage model and population
balance equation are discussed and related to dispersion processes. Momentum, mass and energy transfer in
dispersed system is discussed in depth. Stability of emulsion, phase inversion and flow patterns/pressure drop in
oil/water flow in pipes is also discussed. Particle size distribtuions and measurements are introduced. The
mechanics of particle systems are discussed. Gas-solid fluidisations, pneumatic conveying, powder flow and
consolidation are also introduced.

Assessment:

Assessments: 100% coursework/class test (as appropriate)

Reassessment: n/a
Module Title: LI Sustainable Development B
Module Code: 14496

Module Level: LI

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module focuses on two main areas, supplemented by topical issues that vary from year to year.
1. Introduction to the Hydrogen economy and Fuel Cells. This section introduces the chemistry and
electrochemistry required for the understanding of fuel cells, before going on to examine the benefits and
limitations of a hydrogen based fuel source to society, and finally examines the fundamentals of fuel cells
including an examination of the various mechanisms and the economics of their use.
2. Sustainability assessment will introduce the need for assessing sustainability together with the methods for
making such an assessment. A case study of a semi-isolated community is given, and the concepts of data
collection, resource flow and ecological footprint are studied. Coursework will take the form of a resource flow
and sustainability assessment of an aspect of the University.

Assessment:

(Assessed with 04 14495) Problem sheets (10%), written reports (20%), written unseen examination (70%)
Module Title: LI Principles Process Control
Module Code: 17124

Module Level: LI

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module builds upon the primarily conceptual knowledge gained in the (prerequisite) Year 2 Process Systems
module (04 17123)), with which it is linked, to cover the basic principles of analysis and design of process level
control systems, and the appropriate mathematical tools. Topics discussed include transfer functions, ideal
dynamic systems, classical PID controllers, feedback control block diagram analysis, stability concept and analysis,
structure and components of modern control loops, and practical aspects of industrial process control.

Assessment:

This module is assessed with the linked module Process Systems (04 17123). The joint assessment is One 1? h
written, unseen examination (50%), modelling and control loop problem solution (25%), group control report
(25%). Reassessment (August): One 2 h written unseen examination
Module Title: LI Product Design Exercise
Module Code: 17128

Module Level: LI

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

The module is intended to emphasise the creative aspects of process engineering, and as such contrasts with
other modules, which concentrate on numerical and technical skills. It delivers the message that flair,
imagination and responsibility are essential attributes for a successful professional engineer.
Working in groups, students use brainstorming techniques to generate ideas for new products and processes,
which might be commercially or socially attractive. Each group then filters these ideas and develops one or more
to the point of producing a business/development plan for its realisation.
They are required to give attention to both commercial and ethical aspects of the project, and the engineering
and processes technology involved. Quantification of these considerations is important and students will be
encouraged to use appropriate equipment and protocols for the determination of those properties affecting
product functionality. Shortcut design methods will be introduced and used.
As well as experiencing group operation in a broad, open-ended ideas generating environment, the students
written and oral presentational skills and ethical reasoning capabilities are enhanced and tested.

Assessment:

Assessed reports/essays (50%), various forms of group, oral and written presentations (50%). The marks for the
group report will be applied to individuals in the light of a peer assessment exercise.
Module Title: LI Process Integrations & Unit Operations
Module Code: 28282

Module Level: LI

Credits: 10

Semester: Full Term

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

Students would do either part A or B of the below, for this 10-credit version of the module.
This two semester module (part A in Semester 1, Part B in semester 2) introduces the methodologies for the
synthesis of a new process and discusses the factors governing process selection.
Process Integration and Unit Operations Part A first introduces problem-solving approaches reflecting current
trends in process integration (efficient material and energy usage and emissions reduction). Pinch technology is
introduced and used to develop heat exchanger networks, with software demonstrations. The following topics
concern equilibrium stagewise process design, and starting with the unit operations of absorption, distillation and
liquid-liquid extraction, students will be introduced to the concepts of stage to stage calculations and
diagrammatic problem solving techniques. They are also introduced to novel processing routes, including a case
study on supercritical fluids. Year 1 Chemical and Biochemical Processes is a prerequisite module, because that is
where the concept that a process is an integrated whole and not just an assembly of unit operations has been
introduced. In Process Integration and Unit Operations Part B, the interactions and interdependency between
different process units are further developed via case studies. The module builds on these principles by
introducing a the core set of unit operations (including multicomponent distillation, crystallization, and
membrane separations) with particular emphasis on the selection of the appropriate methods to meet process
requirements. Material from this module is used in exercises in the Computing for Design module which is
taught in Year 2 Semester 1.

Assessment:

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Module Title: LI Process Systems & Principles of Process Control
Module Code: 28467

Module Level: LI

Credits: 20

Semester: Full Term

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

Part A of the module:

It introduces students to modelling, process dynamics and practical process monitoring and control. The
importance of control for process operation will be explained, and the structure of modern plant-wide control
systems will be described. The module will discuss typical process monitoring devices for common variables
(pressure, temperature, level, flow, etc.), and show how signals are generated by these and transduced,
transmitted and, if necessary, transformed for use in the control system. The fundamentals of open- and closed-
loop control will be discussed and controller actions outlined. A review of process modelling and its basic
procedures will be used to explain the concept of dynamic behaviour of processes. Methodologies for solving the
differential equations resulting from unsteady-state balances over selected process examples will be given, in
particular for linear, second-order differential equations. Practical examples will also be given of processes and
instruments demonstrating common types of dynamic behaviour.
Part B of the module:
This builds upon and covers the basic principles of analysis and design of process level control systems, and the
appropriate mathematical tools. Topics discussed include transfer functions, ideal dynamic systems, classical PID
controllers, feedback control block diagram analysis, stability concept and analysis, structure and components of
modern control loops, and practical aspects of industrial process control.

Assessment:

One 1? h written, unseen examination (50%), modelling and control loop problem solution (25%), group control
report (25%).
Reassessment (August): One 2 h written unseen examination
Module Title: LI Mass Heat & Momentum Transfer
Module Code: 28470

Module Level: LI

Credits: 10

Semester: Full Term

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Year 1 Chemicial Engineering modules

Module Description:

Students would do either part A or B of the below, for this 10-credit version of the module.
This module covers the critical theoretical material for mass, heat and momentum transfer. It extends the
introductory material taught in, Introduction to Transport Phenomena and Thermodynamics. This includes
general energy balances for conduction, and common simplification for symmetrical 2-D and 1D problems. The
lumped capacitance method is discussed as well as heat transfer from extended surfaces. Engineering processes
such as membrane separations and adsorption are described. In addition, this module discusses the critical
theoretical material for momentum transport and addresses viscous and turbulent flows between solid
boundaries. The principle of similitude is applied to the design and analysis of pumped flow systems and cost
optimisation is applied to the design of pipelines. Engineering applications such as complex pipe networks and
combined pipe-pump systems are analysed. The heat transfer material covered is further extended to cover
internal/external convection and radiation. Computer based methods of solution of heat and mass transfer
problems are introduced and applied to some process examples.
Typical content would include:
Use of lumped capacitance method to calculate temperature distributions and heat flux in transient
cooling/heating problems;
Simplified general energy balance to describe specific problems (2D or 1D simplifications) and definition of
appropriate initial/boundary conditions;
Calculation of heat flux from finned surfaces;
Description of how diffusion influences the operation of absorption, adsorption and membrane systems;
Description of the two film model and application of this concept in selected mass transfer problems;
An analysis of the flow of real fluids between solid boundaries;
Application of the arguments for friction and energy conservation to calculate pumping requirements for complex
pipe systems, selection of appropriate pump types, and design pipelines economically;
An analysis of the flow over a flat plate and around cylinder/sphere, compare hydrodynamic and thermal
boundary, and physical interpretation of Nusselt, Reynolds and Prandtl numbers;
Calculation of heat transfer rate by radiation, understanding of the concepts of black/grey bodies and radiation of
gases;
Description of the qualitative heat transfer during boiling/condensation;
Completion of the appropriate momentum and heat balances and calculation of transfer coefficients based on
measured experimental data.

Assessment:
This module is for Exchange and Science without Borders students only. Students will be advised of the nature
and timing of their assessment within the first two weeks of the module.
Module Title: LM Explosion Science, Prevention & Protection
Module Code: 27526

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module aims to give students a full understanding into the phenomenon of explosions, what effects and
consequences can be expected, how to deliver a sound basis of safety in plant and equipment design and how to
ensure compliance with the appropriate regulations.
The module will include an overview of the explosion prevention and protection methods, the design parameters,
design methods and the benefits and limitations of each technique. The role of CFD within explosion safety will
also be considered.

Assessment:

Class test (20%), Coursework (80%)

Module Title: LM Food Structure for Performa
Module Code: 29497

Module Level: LM

Credits: 20

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

Food manufacturers are under constant pressure to provide `healthy? and functional processed foods, while
maintaining flavour and desirability. In order to achieve this, food products need to be understood and
specifically designed to tackle problems. This module will introduce the fundamental structures that make up the
majority of modern processed foods, and explore how processing and formulation affects the developed
structure and subsequent texture and flavour.
Fundamental information on emulsion science, crystallisation, heat/mass/momentum transfer, and standard
measurement techniques will be provided through an online environment and will be needed to form the basis of
the main content delivered during contact week. This core knowledge will then be applied to case studies of
current research within the food structure research area.
As a research led module it will develop student?s understanding of current formulation, processing,
characterisation and evaluation methods being employed to develop future food products.

Assessment:

Assessments: 10% group presentation 90% coursework

Reassessment: 100% coursework re-submission
Module Title: LM Food Plant and Process
Module Code: 29498

Module Level: LM

Credits: 20

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

Economic and hygienic processing of foods is important to a number of companies and an area of active research.
The module looks to guide students through important first principles and their application in how key processes
and plant operates. It also considers how this engineering analysis can be applied to understanding how food is
processed by the body and the general supply chain problem (farm to fork to stomach to waste to energy)

Assessment:

Assessments: 100% exam

Reassessment: 100% exam
Module Title: LM Measurement Techniques
Module Code: 15322

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module will introduce the wide range of characterisation methods that are available witin Chemical
Engineering and Metallurgy and Materials. The module concentrates on techniques that students have not been
exposed to at undergraduate level and the main emphasis is on characterisation of the microstructure of a
product. The module will consist of both lectures and practical laboratory demonstrations. The techniques to be
covered will be:
Thermal Properties
Micromanipulation
Optical Microscopy and image analysis
Atomic force microscopy
Surface Plasmon Resonance
Indentation
Particle Image Velocimetry
Positron Emission Particle Tracking

Assessment:

Assessment will be 100% coursework. The students will have to use any three of the techniques covered in the
module to characterise the microstructure product of their choice. Reassessment: 100% coursework.
 LM Plant Design & Manufacturing Principles for
Module Title:
Pharmaceutical Production
Module Code: 19771

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

Topics covered in the module include:

1. Siting of a pharmaceutical facility - the civil engineering/chemical engineering relationship.
2. Quality assurance, GMP and validation.
3. Containment.
4. Economic principles in manufacturing.
5. Hygiene, cleaning in place (CIP) and sterilisation in place (SIP).
6. Water in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
7. Pharmaceutical manufacturing facility features, layout and design.
8. Control in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Many of these topics are brought together towards the end of the module through a 1 day workshop focusing on
the preparation of a client specification for a DNA manufacturing facility and consideration of a number of room
specifications (utilities supply, room finish, room classification, etc..) to ensure their compliance with GMP.

Assessment:

One written coursework assignment (~3000 - 4000 words).

Module Title: LM Food Chain Security
Module Code: 23638

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Chemical Engineering Food Modules

Module Description:

A consideration of food security as defined by the WHO. Aspects of insecurity and the mechanisms to manage
them will be addressed including, for example :? Deliberate contamination? Infrastructure issues? Food safety
management systems? Global sourcing

Assessment:

Assessed coursework worth 100% of the assessment mark

Module Title: LM Techniques for Fuel Cell Characterisation
Module Code: 26219

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

The module aims to develop an understanding of how the different measurement techniques can be applied for
characterisation of various components of the PEMFC and SOFC especially in terms of materials used and
evaluating them for use in fuel cells.
It focuses on the application of various techniques that the students would already be aware of through the
existing UG modules especially the measurement techniques module.
The course is sub-divided into two sections:
1) PEMFC characterisation
2) SOFC characterisatoin.
Material as well as surface characterisation of SOFC and PEMFC components using existing techniques, previously
learned concepts (XRD, TGS, SEM, TEM, IR, NMR, AFM, XPS) to study composition and surface characteristics of
various components (catalysts, supports, MEA, GDL, BBP) of fuel cells.

Assessment:

50% written closed book examination, duration: 1.5 hour during exam period.
(25% +25%) course work/assignments and lab work assessment
Module Title: LM Sustainability in the Food Industry
Module Code: 26437

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 1

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

Sustainability and the need to address environmental issues is a significant driver in the food industry. From
?Farm to Fork? the Food Industry uses significant amounts of resources in agriculture, production, transport and
other sectors; in addition, it generates many types of wastes. This module provides an overview of the main
issues facing the food industry, including the economic, legislative and political contexts which influence the
options available to industry to manage and minimise its environmental impact.

Assessment:

100% course work comprising one 3000 word essay or equivalent

Module Title: LM Chemical Contamination of Food & Water
Module Code: 26439

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

The students will learn about the importance and effects of the major classes of chemical contamination in food
and drinking water. Additionally, students will be made aware of a) sources of contaminants, b) methods of
treatment of food and water and c) the importance of contaminants in food relative to other uptake pathways.
Legally accepted chemical additives will also be considered in this module

Assessment:

100% course work comprising one 3000 word essay or equivalent

Module Title: LM Food Fraud
Module Code: 27439

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Chemical Engineering Food Modules

Module Description:

The module will consider food fraud, its investigation and attempts to control the problem. Good practice within
the UK and other EU states will be explored, including novel approaches from food control authorities and form
the food industry. The barriers to identifying food fraud will be considered, especially in the context of a global
food supply chain.

Assessment:

100% course work.

Module Title: LM Principles of Nutrition
Module Code: 27443

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of UG Chemical Engineering Food Modules

Module Description:

The WHO Global Strategy on Diet, Physical Activity and Health and the Publication of the 2004 Government White
Papers ?Choosing Health: Making Healthy Choices Easier? and ?Choosing a Better Diet?, have heightened public
and professional awareness of the importance of nutrition and healthy eating. The government is now turning to
the food industry to help improve the nation?s diet.
The aim of this module is to equip students? with knowledge and understanding of the principles of good
nutrition and healthy eating and to ensure they are able to apply these principles in a practical and responsible
way whilst working in the food industry and /or government organizations e.g. food product development, setting
nutrition standards.

Assessment:

100% course work comprising one 2500 word essay or equivalent

Module Title: LM Investigating Food Borne Outbreaks
Module Code: 29679

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module will introduce students to the concepts of epidemiology and the investigation of food borne
infectious diseases.

Assessment:

Assessments: 100% course work comprising one 3000 word essay or equivalent case study
Reassessment: 100% course work comprising one 3000 word essay or equivalent case study
Module Title: LM Water and Health
Module Code: 29680

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

The module considers the main health hazards associated with water used as a food or ingredient, including the
typical control methods used in the UK to ensure safety of supply. Recreational use of water in public swimming
pools will also be considered.

Assessment:

Assessments: 100% course work

Reassessment: resubmission of course work
Module Title: LM Renew Energy Systems
Module Code: 31566

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

This module covers the operating principles, characteristics, and classifications of energy storage solutions and
their integration within a whole energy system.
In addition, this module covers the operating principles, characteristics, and interactions of distributed heat and
power generation technologies (for example, wind power systems, photovoltaic systems, biomass-derived
systems), their technical and environmental benefits, their planning, operating, and grid integration challenges,
complexities, remedies, charging mechanisms in a distribution energy business, and standards.
Finally, the integration of such technology into energy networks will be studied from a standpoint of demand;
specifically how such technology can be utilised both to satisfy realtime demand as a function of grid load change
and to accommodate increased future energy demand. This latter consideration is also important when
considering the increasing energy demand in developing nations.

Assessment:

Assessment: 2500 word individual design assignment (80% marks) and oral presentation (20% marks)
Reassessment: 2 hr unseen examination
Module Title: LM Business & Strategy Development
Module Code: 31632

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

The module links directly with engineering and project management giving a business and enterprise context.
Following a natural entrepreneurial flow, it considers the critical aspects of turning a commercial idea or a
concept into a business. Looking at how consumer trends and globalisation impact strategy, and how companies
turn their strategies into programmes and projects to deliver them.

Assessment:

Assessment:
80% via ~ 3000 word report
20% via class test
Reassessment:
100% by individual report.
Module Title: LM Food Standards
Module Code: 31692

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

The module covers compositional and marketing standards for foods. In addition it includes the mandatory
requirements relating to information provided to consumers including labelling and packaging that allow them to
make informed choices

Assessment:

bAssessments:/b
100% Coursework
Case studies with associated questions related to Food Standards(2,000-2,500 words)
Module Title: LM Design & Development of Drug Delivery Systems
Module Code: 18527

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

From the materials used in drug delivery through to the release profiles of systems ? this module looks at the
stages involved in drug delivery development. The module covers the important characteristics that must be
considered when designing a drug delivery system, including Issues and importance of stages in drug product
development; Routes of administration and associated dosage forms, Polymers in drug delivery,
Micro/nanoparticulate drug delivery, Kinetics and diffusion, Macromolecular drug delivery, Bioavailability,
Disperse Systems, Liposomal drug delivery and Modified release.

Assessment:

One 1.5 hour written examination (50%); One written coursework assignment (50%, length ~2000-3000 words).
Module Title: LM Energy Systems Design
Module Code:

Module Level: LM

Credits: 10

Semester: Semester 2

Pre Requisites/Restrictions: Presumes knowledge of Years 1, 2 and 3 UG Chemical Engineering modules

Module Description:

It is necessary for engineers to be able to use their technical expertise to design processes and systems that can
improve on current practice through implementation of innovative, more efficient designs or yield a step change
increase in performance via novel technology.
This module will allow students to use their engineering expertise gained via other modules and their previous
experience, supplemented with information from pertinent guest lectures, and apply such to the field of energy
system design.
The syllabus will include analysis of the UK energy mix, transmission and distribution from an
industrial/government point of view, as opposed from that of the purely theoretical.
Students will ultimately be expected to design a technology pathway to a specific type of energy system for a
small conurbation for near-future implementation of policy and infrastructure (5-10 years).

Assessment:

Group presentation (20%), 2500 word individual report (80%) Reassessment:

2500 word individual report (100%)