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Unit of study descriptions

Master of Engineering majoring in Sustainability and Environmental Engineering

To meet requirements for the Master of Engineering majoring in Sustainability and Environmental Engineering a candidate will complete 72 credit points as listed in the unit of study table including:
(a) 24 credit points of Core units
(b) 24 credit points of Specialist units
(c) A minimum of 12 credit points of Research units
(d) A maximum of 12 credit points of Elective units
Candidates who have been granted 24 credit points of Reduced Volume Learning (RVL), must complete 48 credit points including:
(a) A minimum of 12 credit points of Core units
(b) A minimum of 12 credit points of Specialist units
(c) A minimum of 12 credit points of Research units
(d) Elective units are not available for candidates with RVL

Core units

Candidates must complete 24 credit points of Core units.
Where Reduced Volume Learning has been granted candidates must complete a minimum of 12 credit points of Core units.
ENGG5102 Entrepreneurship for Engineers

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Dylan Lu Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week. Prohibitions: ELEC5701 Assumed knowledge: Some limited industry experience is preferred but not a must. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit of study aims to introduce graduate engineering students from all disciplines to the concepts and practices of entrepreneurial thinking. Introduction to Entrepreneurship will offer the foundation for leaders of tomorrow's high-tech companies, by providing the knowledge and skills important to the creation and leadership of entrepreneurial ventures. The focus of the unit of study is on how to launch, lead and manage a viable business starting with concept validation to commercialisation and successful business formation.
The following topics are covered: Entrepreneurship: Turning Ideas into Reality, Building the Business Plan, Creating a Successful Financial Plan, Project planning and resource management, Budgeting and managing cash flow, Marketing and advertising strategies, E-Commerce and Entrepreneurship, Procurement Management Strategies, The Legal Environment: Business Law and Government Regulation, Intellectual property: inventions, patents and copyright, Workplace, workforce and employment topics, Conflict resolution and working relationships, Ethics and Social Responsibility.
Assumed knowledge: Some limited industry experience is preferred but not a must.
ENGG5202 Sustainable Design, Eng and Mgt

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Tony Vassallo Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: General knowledge in science and calculus and understanding of basic principles of chemistry, physics and mechanics Assessment: Through semester assessment (70%) and Final Exam (30%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The aim of this UoS is to give students an insight and understanding of the environmental and sustainability challenges that Australia and the planet are facing and how these have given rise to the practice of Sustainable Design, Engineering and Management. The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview of the nature and causes of the major environmental problems facing our planet, with a particular focus on energy and water, and how engineering is addressing these challenges.
The course starts with a description of the physical basis of global warming, and proceeds with a discussion of Australia`s energy and water use, an overview of sustainable energy and water technologies and sustainable building design. Topics include the principles of sustainability, sustainable design and social responsibility, sustainable and renewable energy sources, and sustainable use of water. Aspects of designing a sustainable building, technologies that minimise energy and water consumption, consider recycling and reducing waste disposal using advanced design will also be discussed during this course.
ENGG5103 Safety Systems and Risk Analysis

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Rod Fiford Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week. Assessment: Through semester assessment (60%) and Final Exam (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
To develop an understanding of principles of safety systems management and risk management, as applied to engineering systems. AS/NZS 4801:2001 and 4804:2001 form the foundation for teaching methods of developing, implementing, monitoring and improving a safety management system in an Engineering context.
Students will be exposed to a number of case studies related to safety systems and on completion of the course be able to develop a safety management plan for an Engineering facility that meets the requirements of NSW legislation and Australian standards for Occupational Health and Safety management systems.
Students are introduced to a variety of risk management approaches used by industry, and methods to quantify and estimate the consequences and probabilities of risks occurring, as applied to realistic industrial scenarios.
PMGT5871 Project Process Planning and Control

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr John Flynn, Dr Mahendrarajah Piraveenan, Julia Chechia Session: Intensive December,Intensive July,Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 1 hr/week. May also be offered online and/or in block mode. Assessment: Through semester assessment (60%) and Final Exam (40%) Mode of delivery: Online
Project Management processes are what moves the project from initiation through all its phases to a successful conclusion. This course takes the project manager from a detailed understanding of process modelling through to the development and implementation of management processes applicable to various project types and industries and covers approaches to reviewing, monitoring and improving these processes.
Textbooks
Jeffrey K. Pinto/Project Management: Achieving Competitive Advantage/3rd edition/2012/9780132664158// Kathy Schwalbe/Information Technology Project Management/Sixth Edition//

Specialist units

Candidates must complete 24 credit points of Specialist units, but may take additional units as Electives.
Where Reduced Volume Learning has been granted candidates must complete a minimum of 12 credit points of Specialist units.
Exchange units may be taken as Specialist units with the approval of the Program Director.
CHNG5003 Green Engineering

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Andrew Minett Session: Semester 2 Classes: Meeting 4 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: CHNG3801 AND CHNG3802 AND CHNG3803 AND CHNG3805 AND CHNG3806 AND CHNG3807. All core third year chemical engineering. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Green engineering, eco-technology and sustainable technology are all interchangeable terms for the design of products and processes that maximise resource and energy efficiency, minimise (or preferably eliminate) waste and cause no harm to the environment. In modern society, engineers equipped with the skills to develop sustainable technologies are tremendously valuable. This unit of study will examine cutting edge examples of sustainable technologies across a broad range of applications relevant to chemical and biomolecular engineering. The delivery of teaching and learning material will be exclusively in project mode. Students will be expected to critically analyse modern engineering processes and improve them, from the ground up if necessary, so that they satisfy the criteria of eco-design. At the completion of this unit of study students should have developed an appreciation of the underlying principles of green engineering and be able to demonstrate they can apply these skills to new and novel situations. Students are expected to develop an integrated suite of problem-solving skills needed to successfully handle novel (and previously unseen) engineering situations, coupled with an ability to independently research new areas and be critical of what is found, and an ability to cope with experimental data, change and uncertainty through critical thinking.
CHNG5004 Particles and Surfaces

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Marjorie Valix Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: Enrolment in this unit of study assumes that all (CHNG3801 AND CHNG3802 AND CHNG3803 AND CHNG3805 AND CHNG3806 AND CHNG3807) core chemical engineering UoS in third year and all unit operations have been successfully completed. Assessment: Through semester assessment (45%) and Final Exam (55%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Particles and Surfaces: Mineral Processing. Aims and Objectives: Solid-solid and solid-liquid interactions are an important aspect in mineral processing. The aim of any mineral processing operation is the efficient extraction of the valuable metals or minerals (concentrate) from the waste materials in the ore (gangue). The goal of this course is to understand the various key steps and the corresponding principles required to achieve metal extraction from the ores.
Syllabus summary: This course will elucidate the principles in size reduction or comminution of the ore in liberating the valuable minerals, examine the microscopic details of solid-liquid, solid-gas and solid-solid interactions in mineral processing and their roles in macroscopic phenomena such as adhesion, wetting, adsorption, and mineral reactions such as reduction roasting and leaching. The general understanding of these factors will allow manipulation and improvement of performance in mineral beneficiation, dewatering of mineral slurries and extractive metallurgy.
By the end of this course students should develop a proficiency in characterisation of physical, surface and chemical properties of solids and metal aqueous streams; devising strategies to achieve extraction process objectives, within the constraints imposed by social, economic and physical environments, developing management strategies for treating liquid and solid effluents and becoming familiar with computer software packages in modelling aqueous and solid systems. This UoS is an advanced Chemical Engineering elective.
Textbooks
Linkson, P.B./Particles & Surfaces - Mineral Processing/2009//
CHNG5005 Wastewater Engineering

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Geoff Barton Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 1 hr/week; Group assignment 2 hrs/week; Site Visit 5 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: Ability to conduct mass and energy balances, and the integration of these concepts to solve 'real' chemical engineering problems. Ability to understand basic principles of physical chemistry, physics and mechanics. Ability to use basic calculus and linear algebra, and carry out such computations using Matlab and MS Excel. Ability to read widely outside of the technical literature and to synthesise arguments based on such literature. Ability to write coherent reports and essays based on information from diverse sources. Assessment: Through semester assessment (50%) and Final Exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The unit aims to acquaint students with the application of chemical engineering concepts and practice in an environmental context, the important example of wastewater treatment will be explored.
The key issues that will be considered are: Wastewater creation and characterisation; Wastewater treatment costs; Primary, secondary and tertiary treatment options; High-rate anaerobic and aerobic treatment options; Sludge management and water recovery/reuse options; Process integration considerations.
By the end of this UOS, a student should have gained an engineering-based appreciation of the technical, economic and social challenges posed by wastewater generation and its cost-effective treatment.
This UoS is an advanced elective in chemical engineering. The concepts and enabling technologies taught here are relevant to the real-world practice of chemical engineering across a broad range of industries.
CHNG5006 Advanced Wastewater Engineering

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Geoff Barton Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 1 hr/week; Laboratory 1 hr/week. Assumed knowledge: CHNG5005 OR CHNG3804. Assessment: Through semester assessment (65%) and Final Exam (35%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit of study addresses inter-related issues relevant to wastewater treatment including: (i) the diverse nature of wastewater and its characteristics; (ii) an overview of conventional wastewater treatment options; (iii) the use of commercial software in designing and evaluating a range of advanced wastewater treatment options including biological nutrient removal; (iv) the potential role of constructed wetlands in domestic and industrial wastewater treatment; (v) wastewater management in the food processing, resources, and coal seam gas production industries; (vi) researching advanced wastewater treatment options.
CHNG5008 Nanotechnology in Chemical Engineering

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Jun Huang Session: Semester 2 Classes: Project Work - own time 8 hrs/week; Lecture 4 hrs/week. Prerequisites: (CHNG3801 OR CHNG9301 OR CHNG5801) AND (CHNG3802 OR CHNG9302 OR CHNG5802) AND (CHNG3805 OR CHNG9305 OR CHNG5805) AND (CHNG3806 OR CHNG9306 OR CHNG5806) Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: Note: School permission required for enrollment.
This course will give students insights into advanced concepts in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, which are essential for the design of efficient processes and green products for the sustainable development and minimise or preferably eliminate waste for a clean world. This unit of study will examine cutting edge examples of nano-technology, renewable energy, bio-technology, and other advanced technologies across a broad range of applications relevant to chemical and biomolecular engineering. At the completion of this unit of study students should have developed an appreciation of the underlying concepts and be able to demonstrate they can apply these skills to new and novel situations. Students are expected to develop an integrated suite of problem-solving skills needed to successfully handle novel (and previously unseen) engineering situations, coupled with an ability to independently research new areas and be critical of what is found, and an ability to cope with experimental data, change and uncertainty through critical thinking.
CHNG5601 Membrane Science

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Terry Chilcott Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 4 hrs/week. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
"Membrane Science" provides background in the physics and electrochemistry of a variety of synthetic membranes used in industry as well as cellular membranes. The course aims to provide students with an understand of: membrane self-assembly and manufacture; membrane separation processes such as filtration, desalination, ion exchange and water-splitting; and techniques for membrane characterisation and monitoring.
Textbooks
R. K. Hobbie/Intermediate Physics for Medicine and Biology// W. Ho and K. K. Sirkar/Membrane Handbook Part VIII Microfiltration// B. Nolting/Methods in Modern Biophysics// H. G. L. Coster/Thermodynamics of Life Processes//
CHNG5604 Membrane Engineering Laboratory

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Soryong Chae, Dr Terry Chilcott Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Laboratory 4 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: CHNG5601 Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This a practical unit of study where students apply the theoretical concepts of membrane science to engineering practice via a series of laboratory experiments. The students will gain practical insights into mass transport processes through various membranes. Students will understand the construction and functional properties of synthetic separation membranes and also will explore experimentally the various factors affecting the performance of membranes.
Textbooks
H.G. L. Coster and T. C. Chilcott/Fundamentals of Membrane Science (Laboratory Notes to be made available to students)// R. K. Hobbie/Intermediate Physics for Medicine and Biology// W. Ho and K. K. Sirkar/Membrane Handbook Part VIII Microfiltration// B. Nolting/Methods in Modern Biophysics//
AMME5101 Energy and the Environment

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Chanel Gibson Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week; Project Work - own time 2 hrs/week. Prerequisites: 24 credits of 3000-level or above units of study Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit is suitable for any engineering discipline student who is interested in developing an understanding of analysis and design in energy, power generation, environment and relevant economic issues. The aim is to acquaint students with the methods engineers use to design and evaluate the thermal processes used for the production of electricity. It also assesses and deals with the environmental consequences of power generation. At the end of this unit students will be able to carry out preliminary design and economic impact analyses for electrical power generation systems.
A series of topics will be covered in relation to energy and electricity and relevant issues. The course contents will include:

1. Economic analysis of energy systems;
2. Environmental impact of power generation;
3. Principles of thermodynamics;
4. First law analysis of power cycles;
5. Design and simulation of power generation cycles;
6. Second law efficiency and availability;
7. Energy efficiency;
8. CO2 capture and sequestration;
9. Design of various components of thermal power plants.
MECH5275 Advanced Renewable Energy

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Michael Kirkpatrick Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/week. Prerequisites: (MECH3260 AND MECH3261) OR (AERO3260 AND AERO3261) OR (MECH5262 AND MECH5261) OR (MECH9260 AND MECH9261) OR (AERO9260 AND AERO9261). Students claiming to have prerequisite knowledge based on study at other institutions must contact the unit of study coordinator before enrolling in this unit and may be required to sit a pre-exam to demonstrate that they have the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake this advanced level unit. Assumed knowledge: The students will require an understanding of the basic principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer, and the application of these principles to energy conversion systems. In particular, students should be able to analyse fluid flow in turbomachinery; perform first and second law thermodynamic analysis of energy conversion systems; and perform calculations of radiative, conductive and convective heat transfer. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
This unit aims to develop understanding of the engineering design and analysis of different devices and technologies for generating power from renewable sources including: solar, wind, wave, tidal, ocean thermal, geothermal, hydro-electric, and biofuels; to understand the environmental, operational and economic issues associated with each of these technologies. At the end of this unit students will be able to perform in depth technical analysis of different types of renewable energy generation devices using the principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer. Students will be able to describe the environmental, economic and operational issues associated with these devices.
ELEC5206 Sustainable Energy Systems

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Gregor Verbic Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 2 hrs/fortnight; Laboratory 2 hrsfortnight; Project Work - own time 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: Following concepts are assumed knowledge for this unit of study: familiarity with transformers, ac power, capacitors and inductors, electric circuits such as three-phase circuits and circuits with switches, and basic electronic circuit theory. Assessment: Through semester assessment (50%) and Final Exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The unit builds upon the knowledge of engineering mathematics, electronic devices and circuit theory and simulation techniques. It deals with both technical and business aspects of sustainable electrical energy systems. In technical aspect, it focuses on energy conversion and electrical characteristics of different renewable energy sources and integration of multiple energy sources into power system both at distribution and transmission levels. In business aspect, it focuses on economical, marketing and political aspects of installing and managing sustainable electrical energy systems in present and future society. It lays a solid foundation of practical and managerial skills on electronics and electrical (power) engineering and later studies such as intelligent electricity networks and advanced energy conversion and power systems. The following topics are covered: modern power systems; distributed generation; co-generation; tri-generation; microturbines; fuel cells; renewable energy sources: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, wind turbines; photovoltaic; grid-connected power systems; stand-alone power systems.
Textbooks
G. M. Masters/Renewable And Efficient Electric Power Systems/2004/978-0-471-28060-6//

Research units

All candidates are required to complete a minimum of 12 credit points from the following units:
CHNG5020 Capstone Project A

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Andrew Minett Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Meeting 1 hr/week; Project Work - own time 5 hrs/week. Prerequisites: 96 cp from MPE degree program or 24 cp from the ME program (including any credit for previous study) Assumed knowledge: (CHNG9301 OR CHNG5801) AND (CHNG9302 OR CHNG5802) AND (CHNG9303 OR CHNG5803) AND (CHNG9305 OR CHNG5805) AND (CHNG9306 OR CHNG5806). Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Supervision
Note: School permission required for enrolment in semester 2.
The ability to plan, systematically conduct and report on a major research project is an important skill for professional engineers. This unit of study builds on technical competencies introduced in previous years, as well as making use of the report writing and communications skills the students have developed. The research activity is spread over two units (Minimum 12 A and B) run over two semesters. In this unit of study, students are required to plan and begin work on a major research project, which is very often some aspect of a staff member`s research interests. Some of the projects will be experimental in nature, while others may involve computer-based simulation, design or literature surveys. In this unit, students will learn how to examine published and experimental data, set objectives, organize a program of work and devise an experimental or developmental program. The progress at the end of Thesis A will be evaluated based on a seminar presentation and a progress report. The skills acquired will be invaluable to students undertaking engineering work.Students are expected to take the initiative when pursuing their research projects. The supervisor will be available for discussion - typically 1 hour per week.
CHNG5021 Capstone Project B

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Andrew Minett Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Meeting 1 hr/week; Project Work - own time 5 hrs/week. Corequisites: CHNG5020 Assumed knowledge: Enrolment in this unit of study assumes that Capstone Project A has been successfully completed. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Supervision
Note: School permission required for enrolment in session 1.
The ability to plan, systematically conduct and report on a major research project is an important skill for professional engineers. This unit of study builds on technical competencies introduced in previous years, as well as making use of the report writing and communications skills the students have developed. The research activity is spread over two units (Capstone Project A and B) run in first and second semester. In this unit of study, the primary emphasis is on the execution of a comprehensive and systemic series of investigations, and the reporting of the study in a major thesis document and an oral presentation. Students will acquire skills in developing a plan for a series of studies to illuminate an area of research, in evaluating alternatives at the conceptual level with a view to creating a `short-list` worthy of more detailed technical investigation, and in searching the literature for guidance of the studies. Further, communication skills will be developed, such as the ability to clearly present the background and results in a written format and in an oral presentation to a general engineering audience. This UoS is part of an integrated (two semester) fourth year program involving a chemical engineering research project and thesis. It has the overarching aim of completing the `vertical integration` of knowledge - one of the pillars on which this degree program is based. The supervisor will be available for discussion - typically 1 hour per week.
CHNG5022 Capstone Project B Extended

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Andrew Minett Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: No formal classes Prerequisites: 42 credit points in the Master of Engineering and WAM >70, or 66 credit points in the Master of Professional Engineering and WAM >70 or exemption Corequisites: CHNG5020 Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Supervision
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: Permission required for semester 1 or 2 based on achievement in Capstone Project A and taking other program requirements into consideration.
The ability to plan, systematically conduct and report on a major research project is an important skill for professional engineers. This unit of study builds on technical competencies introduced in previous years, as well as making use of the report writing and communications skills the students have developed. The research activity is spread over two units (Capstone Project A and B/B extended) run in first and second semester. In this unit of study, students are required to plan and begin work on a major research project, which is very often some aspect of a staff member`s research interests. Some of the projects will be experimental in nature, while others may involve computer-based simulation, design or literature surveys. In this unit, students will learn how to examine published and experimental data, set objectives, organize a program of work and devise an experimental or developmental program. The progress at the end of Capstone Project A will be evaluated based on a seminar presentation and a progress report. The skills acquired will be invaluable to students undertaking engineering work.Students are expected to take the initiative when pursuing their research projects. The supervisor will be available for discussion - typically 1 hour per week. Capstone Project B extended enables the student to undertake a project of greater scope and depth than capstone project B.
CHNG5222 Dissertation A

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Andrew Minett Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Prohibitions: ENGG5220, ENGG5221 Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Supervision
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: In order to enrol in a project, students must first secure an academic supervisor in an area that they are interested. The topic of your project must be determined in discussion with the supervisor. The supervisor can come from any of the Engineering Departments, however, they need to send confirmation of their supervision approval to the Postgraduate Administrator.
To complete a substantial research project and successfully analyse a problem, devise appropriate experiments, analyse the results and produce a well-argued, in-depth thesis. Department permission required for enrolment in sessions 1 and2
CHNG5223 Dissertation B

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Fariba Dehghani Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Prohibitions: ENGG5221, ENGG5220 Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Supervision
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Note: In order to enrol in a project, students must first secure an academic supervisor in an area that they are interested. The topic of your project must be determined in discussion with the supervisor. The supervisor can come from any of the Engineering Departments, however, they need to send confirmation of their supervision approval to the Postgraduate Administrator.
To complete a substantial research project and successfully analyse a problem, devise appropriate experiments, analyse the results and produce a well-argued, in-depth thesis. Department permission required for enrolment insessions 1 and 2
With permission from the Head of Department students progressing with distinction (75%) average or higher results may replace AMME5020, AMME5021 and 12 cp of electives with AMME5222 & AMME5223, Dissertation A & B.

Elective units

Candidates may complete a maximum of 12 credit points from the following units:
Specialist units may also be taken as Elective units. Other Postgraduate units in the Faculty may be taken as Elective units with the approval of the Program Director.
Electives may be approved for candidates who have been granted RVL with the approval of the Program Director.
CHNG5001 Process Systems Engineering

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 1 hr/week; Project Work - in class 2 hrs/week; Project Work - own time 4 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: First year undergraduate physics and mathematics (differential equations). Use of mathematical and/or computer-based modelling tools and techniques. Feedback control concepts and principles as taught in CHNG3802/CHNG5802 or similar courses. Students who are unsure about meeting these requirements should contact the unit coordinator for advice. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit of study is for Masters students and can be selected as an elective by 4th year students.
Whatever its purpose, any process requires some level of process monitoring and control to allow it to operate satisfactorily. Once a process is under control, the option exists to further improve performance via the implementation of some level of optimisation. This UoS will develop skills in integrating process modelling, simulation, design, optimisation and control concepts. The aims of this UoS are (i) to demonstrate that modelling, process control and optimisation are integral concepts in the overall consideration of industrial plants, (ii) to demonstrate that a unified approach allows a diversity of application fields to be readily handled, and (iii) to allow each student to achieve and demonstrate acceptable competency over the UoS material through a range of individual and group-based activities.
Textbooks
J.A. Romagnoli and A. Palazoglu/Introduction to Process Control/2005//
CHNG5602 Cellular Biophysics

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Terry Chilcott Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 4 hrs/week. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students will be given a good background in the physics of biological processes. Students will understand the differences between thermodynamically closed and open systems and its relevance to cells and other biological systems. Students will be provided with an introduction to the thermodynamics of irreversible and evolutionary processes of relevance to biology. Students will be introduced to the statistical mechanics of self assembly and equilibrium structures and its relevance to biology at the molecular level.
Textbooks
R. K. Hobbie/Intermediate Physics for Medicine and Biology// B. Nolting/Methods in Modern Biophysics// H. G. L. Coster/Thermodynamics of Life Processes//
CHNG5603 Analysis, Modelling, Control: BioPhy Sys

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Fariba Dehghani Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Tutorial 1 hr/week; Project Work - own time 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: It is assumed that students have a general knowledge of: MATH 1001 Differential Calculus MATH 1003 Integral Calculus and Modeling Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This course is for Master degree students and also is offered as an elective course for fourth year students. Some lectures my be given by a guest lecturer. this
This course will give students an insight into the use of (computer-based) statistical techniques in extracting information from experimental data obtained from real life bio-physical systems. The issues and techniques required for mathematical modeling as well as monitoring and/or control scheme for bio-physical systems will be discussed and implemented in diverse range of bioprocesses, including biomaterials and fermentation products.
We will review statistical distribution; tests based on z, t, F variables; calculation of confidence intervals; hypothesis testing; linear and nonlinear regression; analysis of variance; principal component analysis; and use of computer-based statistical tools. The issues associated with dynamic response of bio-physical processes; inferred or estimated variables; control system design and implementation; introduction to model-based control; use of computer-based control system design and analysis tools will be elaborated.
When this course is successfully completed you will acquire knowledge to choose the appropriate statistical techniques within a computer based environment, such as Excel or MATLAB, for a given situation. The students will also obtain potential for monitoring/control scheme based on the key dynamic features of the process. Such information would be beneficial for any future career in Bio-manufacturing companies. Students are encouraged to promote an interactive environment for exchange of information.
Textbooks
Martinez W.L and Martinez A.R./Computational Statistics Handbook with MATLAB/2002// Edgar, T.F. and Himmelblau D.M./Optimization of Chemical Processes/1988// Devore, J.L/Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Sciences/2000// Gauch R.R./Statistical Methods for Researchers Made Very Simple/2000//
CHNG5605 Bio-Products: Laboratory to Marketplace

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Fariba Dehghani Session: Semester 2 Classes: Lecture 2 hrs/week; Project Work - own time 6 hrs/week. Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This course is for Master degree students and also is offered as an elective course for fourth year students. .
The objectives of the course are to provide students with an overview of biochemical and pharmaceutical industry. It will give students an insight into drug delivery systems and formulation; how therapeutic drugs work; and a general overview of biochemical and pharmaceutical marketing. The design and management of clinical trials, which are key factors for development of any new therapeutic agent will also be covered in the course. The challenges for commercialisation of innovative methods and/or biochemical and pharmaceutical products and aspects of intellectual property protection will be elaborated. Ultimately the aspects of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and international legislation for marketing pharmaceutical products will be illuminated.
Lectures in this course will be delivered by both University of Sydney staff and by a number of visiting professional representatives from industry and government agencies. We will also arrange a site visit for a bio-manufacturing company as warranted.
When you successfully complete this course you acquire knowledge about drug formulation, pharmaceutical processing including physical processes, legislation governing the bio-manufacturing and commercialisation of biochemicals and pharmaceuticals. The information would be beneficial for your future career in pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.
Students are encouraged to engage in an interactive environment for exchange of information. This course will be assessed by quizzes, assignments, oral presentation and final report.This unit of study is offered as an advanced elective unit of study to final year undergraduate students. Students may be required to attend lectures off-campus.
CIVL5670 Reservoir Stream and Coastal Eng

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof John Patterson Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lectures 2 hrs/week; Tutorials 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: CIVL3612 and MATH2061. Assessment: Through semester assessment (40%) and Final Exam (60%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The objectives of this Unit of Study are to develop an understanding of the processes occurring in lakes, reservoirs, streams and coastal seas, and an introduction to transport and mixing in inland waters, and to the design the design of marine structures. The unit will cover the mass and heat budget in stored water bodies, mixing, and the implications for water quality. In streams, simple transport models will be introduced, and simple models for dissolved oxygen transport discussed. The basic equations for linear and non linear wave theories in coastal seas will be introduced, and wave forces on structures and an introduction to design of offshore structures will be discussed.
(Students who have previously studied CIVL3613 will only be permitted to enrol in this unit by approval of the Director of Undergraduate Studies.)
ENGG5216 Management of Engineering Innovation

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Ron Johnston Session: Semester 1 Classes: Lecture 1 hr/week; Tutorial 1 hr/week; Presentation 1 hr/week; Project Work - in class 2 hrs/week. Assumed knowledge: Sound competence in all aspects of engineering, and some understanding of issues of engineering management Assessment: Through semester assessment (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit is designed as enable students to grapple with the challenges of engaging in, facilitating and managing innovation and technology commercialisation. Key learning outcomes are: developing an understanding of the processes of management, and in particular of innovation, dealing with uncertain and inadequate information, how to communicate effectively to and motivate a group of people to work out what to do, and how to do it.
Content will include the challenges of modern management; understanding of the new rules of international competitiveness; effects of globalisation on Australia's economic performance; the competitiveness of Australian firms; the generation of employment and wealth; the changing requirements of the engineer; the engineer as manager and strategist; the role of innovation in business management; product innovation and commercialisation; IP recognition and management; starting a high-tech company.
Textbooks
Tidd J et al/Managing Innovation/4th/2009//
ENGG5231 Engineering Graduate Exchange A

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: GSE Administration Session: Intensive January,Intensive July Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The purpose of this unit is to enable students to undertake an overseas learning activity during the university's summer or winter break while completing a Masters degree in either Engineering, Professional Engineering, Information Technologies or Project Management. The learning activity may comprise either a short project under academic or industry supervision or summer or winter school unit of study at an approved overseas institution. The learning activity should demonstrate outcomes and workload equivalent to a 6 credit point Master's level unit in the student's current award program.
Students may enrol in this unit with permission from the school and the Sub-Dean Students for the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies.
ENGG5232 Engineering Graduate Exchange B

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: GSE Administration Session: Intensive January,Intensive July Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The purpose of this unit is to enable students to undertake an overseas learning activity during the university's summer or winter break while completing a Masters degree in either Engineering, Professional Engineering, Information Technologies or Project Management. The learning activity may comprise either a short project under academic or industry supervision or summer or winter school unit of study at an approved overseas institution. The learning activity should demonstrate outcomes and workload equivalent to a 6 credit point Master's level unit in the student's current award program.
Students may enrol in this unit with permission from the school and the Sub-Dean Students for the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies.

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