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Unit of study_

CHNG9308: Engineering Macromolecules and Nanocomposites

Semester 1, 2020 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Macromolecules and composite materials find a wide range of applications from construction, food to biomedical engineering. A significant number of engineers are employed by the related industries. This unit of study will facilitate engagement with a broad spectrum of modern engineering principles that range from the synthesis of such materials to design of products and processes for a range of industries with an innovative approach. The unit will also enable an understanding of developing sustainable technologies with the materials for producing goods used within industries or by consumers. The industrial applications will range from chemical, biomedical to electronics and nanotechnology. New and emerging technologies will be compared with established operating models. The unit will be delivered through workshops, seminars, class work and project-based learning.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	CHNG9308
Academic unit	Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	CHNG3808
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	CHNG9203 AND CHNG9206. Knowledge of reaction engineering, fluid flow, heat transfer and mass transfer.
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Vincent Gomes, vincent.gomes@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Laboratory experimental data analysis Submit assignment	15%	Multiple weeks	n/a
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Tutorials/assignments Problem solving.	25%	Multiple weeks	2 hr tutorial work per week.
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Project Presentation Presentation	10%	Week 12	10-15 mins.
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Project Project based learning (PBL)	24%	Week 12	6 weeks.
Outcomes assessed:
Small test	Quiz Problem solving and analysis.	26%	Week 13	1-2 hr during session.
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Tutorials/assignments: These will help students absorb the concepts and stay up to date with the pace of lectures. Assignment and tutorial sessions will elucidate the relevance of the basic concepts with respect to engineering applications.
Laboratory work/experiments: Laboratory participation and demonstration sessions will enable students grasp the practical aspects of the discipline and understand relevant applications of the subject matter through participating in experiments and analyzing data.
Project: Group work contribution, group report and oral presentations will help students conduct research, analyse data and gain skills in written report, oral communication and team-work.
Quiz: These interim and final session activities will help students gain deep understanding of subject matter, enable the overall assessment of the concepts covered in this UoS and the student’s ability to analyse and solve related problems.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to macromolecules & nanocomposites	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 02	Characterising macromolecules & nanocomposites	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 03	Structural characterisation & morphology	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 04	Thermal properties	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 05	Flow properties	Block teaching (4 hr)
Week 06	Rheology	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 07	Processing methods	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 08	Product engineering	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 09	Reactions, synthesis, kinetics	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 10	Reactors and reaction engineering	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 11	1. Mechanical properties; 2. Nanocomposites	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 12	1. Nanocomposites; 2. Sustainability	Workshop (4 hr)
Week 13	Final week review	Workshop (4 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance is compulsory for this unit of study due to the extensive Group Work, Tutorial, in-class Quiz and Project requirements. All learning activities and assessments will be during the class hours.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

-Vincent Gomes, Engineering Macromolecules & Nanocomposites. University of Sydney.
-Text in Library on Polymer Engineering and Nanotechnology.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. independently research and be critical of the findings, and analyze experimental data and conduct appropriate computations
LO2. communicate clearly and concisely, and present written reports and oral presentations
LO3. demonstrate interpersonal, group and teamwork skills
LO4. demonstrate professionalism in terms of taking responsibility for the results of your calculations and recommendations
LO5. appreciate the underlying principles of process and product engineering, apply these skills to new and novel situations, and carry out process and product design through critical thinking
LO6. critically analyse the methods of manufacture of different products and processes and to improve these processes; have developed an integrated suite of problem-solving skills needed to successfully handle new engineering applications
LO7. appreciate that engineering fundamentals are based upon the principles and knowledge of science and mathematics
LO8. appreciate that the complex flow behaviour of complex materials and their processability is based upon the principles and knowledge of engineering science and mathematics.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The student feedback for 2019 was highly positive. In 2020, the unit will include more hands-on, in-class active learning sessions.

Additional information

More information related to this unit will be provided in class.

Additional costs

There are no additional costs for this unit.

Site visit guidelines

Will be advised as and when relevant.

Work, health and safety

General University guidelines on Work, health and safety requirements must be followed. Specific WHS requirements will be advised for each hands-on and laboratory sessions as and when required.

Disclaimer

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Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Site visit guidelines

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

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