Process Simulation
2017/2018
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have knowledge about the principles of process simulation
- Have knowledge about process optimisation using process simulation
- Have knowledge about computational aspects of phase equilibria
- Have knowledge about instrumentation and PFD & PID’s
- Have knowledge about commercial process simulators
Skills
- Be able to illustrate an actual process in a PFD
- Be able to convert a PFD into a working process simulation
- Be able to perform both steady-state and dynamic simulations
Competences
- Be able to investigate a given case using simulation tools
- Be able to select an appropriate thermodynamic model for a given case
Type of instruction
Mainly via lectures, supplemented by workshops, exercises, hands-on and self-study.Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 5 ECTS course module, the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Process Simulation |
| Type of exam | Oral examination and exercises |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Permitted aids | With certain aids, see list below
Unless otherwise stated in the course description in Moodle, it is
permitted to bring all kinds of (engineering) aids including books,
notes and advanced calculators. If the student brings a computer,
it is not permitted to have access to the Internet and the teaching
materials from Moodle must therefore be down loaded in advance on
the computer. It is emphasized that no form of electronic
communication must take place. |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | As stated in the Joint Programme Regulations.
http://www.engineering.aau.dk/uddannelse/studieadministration/ |
Additional information
Examination format
Oral examination based on a mini project.
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Processimulering |
| Module code | EN-ME2-3 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Spring
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Empty-place Scheme | Yes |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Esbjerg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Energy |
| Department | Department of Energy Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering and Science |
