CHE5803 · Oleochemical processing

Overview

This unit introduces the industrial processes involved in the production of basic oleochemicals such as acids, esters, alcohols, amines and glycerol via chemical or enzymatic route. It also explores the diverse end-use of the oleochemicals in soap, personal care products, biodiesel, plastics, lubricants, etc.

Offerings

The Handbook publishes no offerings for this unit.

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Continuous assessment: 70% Final assessment: 30% This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Interpret the processes involved in the production of basic oleochemicals.
2. Research and justify the use of the oleochemicals in various applications.
3. Appraise the latest technological advancement in oleochemicals processing.
4. Research and develop oleochemical processing techniques using suitable experimental plans.

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.