UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD School of Engineering and Informatics School of Engineering Programme title: BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering

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1 UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD School of Engineering and Informatics School of Engineering Programme title: BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering Awarding and teaching institution: Final award: University of Bradford BEng (Honours) [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 6] Diploma of Higher Education [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 5] Programme title: Programme approved / accredited by: Duration: UCAS codes: Subject benchmark statement: Certificate of Higher Education [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 4] Chemical Engineering Conditional Accreditation By the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) 3 Years full time, 4 years full time sandwich. H8D0, H810 Engineering Date produced: June 2010 Last updated : October 2013 Introduction Engineering is fundamental to the economic and social prosperity of the UK. It is the profession responsible for the creation of all material objects and systems necessary for modern life from concept to customer to decommissioning. IChemE (the Institution of Chemical Engineers, UK) identified (Technical Roadmap for 21st century chemical engineering) six broad areas of critical global importance where chemical engineers will have enormous influence. These are (i) health, safety, environment, (ii) sustainable technology, (iii) energy, (iv) food and drink, (v) water and (vi) bio-systems. The modern society relies on the work of Chemical Engineers who develop and design the processes that make the useful products for the society by efficient use and management of resources including water and energy while controlling health and safety procedures and protecting the environment. Your studies at Bradford will be a foundation for life aimed at developing a deep understanding of fundamental and advanced technical principles, analytical tools, and competence in their application together with a wide range of management, personal and professional skills. The programme will provide you with essential tools based on the concept of sustainability and low carbon footprint for changing raw materials into useful 1

2 products in a safe and cost effective way. As a qualified Chemical Engineer you will understand how to alter the chemical, biochemical or physical state of a substance, to create everything from health care products (face creams, shampoo, perfume, drugs) to food (dairy products, cereals, agro-chemicals) and water (desalination for freshwater) to energy (petroleum to nuclear fuels). An excellent way to develop these skills is to undertake an industrial placement as an integral part of your degree studies. The School places emphasis on both teaching and research. We have particular research strengths in polymers, coating, applied rheology and materials engineering (including the creation of complex components from powders, composites, and polymers). We draw our research strengths from the combined expertise in the IRC in Polymer Science and Technology, the CIC in Polymer Engineering and the Engineering Materials Research Unit and inform our undergraduate programmes. The distinctive feature of the programme at Bradford will be traditional chemical engineering (oil, gas and petrochemical) with a particular focus in advanced materials engineering (based on our excellent research). We are currently in the process of applying for IChemE accreditation. The accreditation will ensure that the BEng degree meets the highest international standards. Upon graduation you will be to work as: (a) Projects Engineer (b) Design Engineer or (c) Operations Engineer in Chemical/Petroleum/Food and Pharmaceutical Industries. You will have the capacity/potential/opportunity for professional growth to continue the path to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. The ability of an engineer to think clearly and logically is widely appreciated by many other professions and your studies may well be a stepping stone to many alternative careers other than Engineering a real foundation for life and for a lifetime of learning. Programme Aims The programme is intended to: To help graduates to develop the engineering, design, management and personal skills required to become professional Chemical Engineers and in doing so, also equip them for careers in other professions. To provide the educational requirements (in compliance with UK-SPEC) when combined with a period of further learning to permit progression to Chartered Membership of the IChemE and registration with ECUK as a chartered engineer. Programme Learning Outcomes When you have completed the programme you will be able to: select the appropriate reaction pathway to make the chemical/petroleum/ pharmaceutical products select the method of purifying the desired product select the appropriate materials for equipment design control the process and ensuring it is safe 2

3 choose alternative but sustainable cost effective process manage any environmentally damaging by-products formed select eco/clean technology to reduce the amounts of unwanted by-products formed deal with un-reacted raw materials to reduce carbon footprint recycle energy and water within the process to reduce carbon footprint. On successful completion of the BEng award, you will be able to: knowledge and Understanding: LO1 Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories underpinning Chemical Engineering with core knowledge in: engineering analysis, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics; mass & heat transfer; chemical reactions; materials; process control; safety, health & environment LO2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of chemical/petroleum/pharmaceutical process design LO3 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business and management practices that are relevant to engineering and engineers LO4 Demonstrate detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of key concepts, principles and theories required for successful innovation. Intellectual Abilities LO5 Apply engineering principles to the critical analysis of problems in order to create innovative process and product design solutions. LO6 Evaluate process, product and equipment designs and make improvement Practical Skills LO7 Use software packages in the analysis, modelling and simulation, and design of engineering systems LO8 Use numerical methods for modelling and analysing engineering problems LO9 Selection and application of principles and data collection & manipulation methods to support problem solving LO10 Apply skills of analysis, synthesis & evaluation to support process/product design LO11 Plan, undertake and report an investigation LO12 Apply standard laboratory methods to obtain accurate data General Transferable Skills LO13 Work in groups in laboratories and in final year design project in order to meet shared objectives LO14 Interact with technicians and professionals in industry LO15 Communicate with a variety of audience using a range of techniques LO16 Use problem solving strategies to develop innovative solutions LO17 Reflect on the need for further personal and professional development to improve your own performance. 3

4 On completion of this award at Certificate of Higher Education you will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a core underpinning knowledge related to Chemical Structure, Bonding and Reactivity. 2. Describe and apply the fundamental principles and techniques of spectroscopy. 3. Describe basic concepts and principles that apply to the mechanical behaviour of fluids and apply those concepts and principles to simple, well defined engineering applications. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to apply, fundamental concepts, principles and theories underpinning engineering materials and their key properties in relevant applications. 5. Collect, organise and present basic technical information using drawings, model engineering components in three dimensions and CAD. 6. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of basic chemical thermodynamics. 7. Demonstrate and apply basic knowledge of health and safety management the principles of risk assessment, safety health and environmental management. 8. Describe, model, analyse and evaluate mechanical and general engineering problems using a range of mathematical techniques and appropriate software. 9. Work effectively as individuals and in groups Use personal skills to communicate effectively in a range of situations. 10. Communicate accurately and reliably with a range of audiences using basic theories and concepts of the subjects of study. 11. Describe the fundamental structure and behaviour of prokaryotic eukaryotic cells. 12. Explain the nature of Chemical engineering processes and of material and energy balances. On completion of this award at Diploma of Higher Education you will be able to: 1. Apply knowledge and skills in analysis and design of simple control systems. 2. Apply knowledge of Fluid Mechanics to problems and systems. 3. Apply a range of statistical tests to engineering data, use statistical modelling techniques to derive empirical models for engineering systems, apply statistical models to process control, and utilise a specialised software package. 4. Describe the stages in the creation, formation and utilisation of Petroleum products. 5. Apply knowledge of techniques and theory of general three-dimensional stress and strain state to specific creative challenges. 6. Apply knowledge of chemical engineering operations practice using laboratory and virtual/computational techniques. 7. Demonstrate the use of practical computing skills in the production of mathematical models of engineering and technology problems drawing on a range of professional skills in the development of these objects. 8. Measure and evaluate energy balances. 4

5 9. Identify and apply a range of mathematical techniques to the formulation and solution of general and mechanical engineering problems. 10. Explain the main theoretical approaches and practices found within selected media. 11. Describe the physical phenomena, theoretical concepts and design aspects of separation processes. 12. Apply knowledge of Technology Operations Management and analyse and evaluate organisations methods of modern production and operations management. 13. Communicate your ideas and arguments fluently in writing and orally. Although the University does not recruit directly to Ordinary degrees this route is available. A Bachelor s degree (Ordinary) is awarded to students who have demonstrated: a systematic understanding key aspects of their field of study, including acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge informed by aspects of Chemical Engineering an ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry within Chemical Engineering conceptual understanding that enables the student: o to devise and sustain arguments, and/or to solve problems, using ideas and techniques. o to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research, or equivalent scholarship, or practice in Chemical Engineering an appreciation of the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of knowledge. the ability to manage their own learning, and to make use of primary sources. Typically, holders of the qualification will be able to: apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding. communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. And holders will have: the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring: o the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility o the learning ability needed to undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature. You will be taught by a multidisciplinary (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) team of staff with excellent research portfolio in respective disciplines. In a number of taught modules you will be learning and working with Civil, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering students to build up the multidisciplinary team work capability which is a common feature in all engineering jobs around the globe. Within an integrated multidisciplinary team, you will be able to fulfil aspirations in learning, scholarship, research, enterprise, and career and personal development consistent with principles of sustainable development and equality of opportunity and meeting evolving regional, national, and international challenges. 5

6 Curriculum The map of your studies is detailed below showing core (C) and optional (O) modules. Each year, or stage, of an Honours programme comprises 2 semesters with 60 credits being studied in each semester. At the end of Stage 1 there may be the possibility to transfer onto the Ordinary route, to be discussed with the programme leader. An Ordinary route comprises of 100 credits at each Stage. Stage 1 [Level4] Module Code Module Title Type Credits Level Study period SOE1312L Engineering Mathematics 1 C , 2 SOE1300L Computer Aided Eng. C , 2 SOE1301L SOE1302L Materials & Structural Mechanics Stage 1 Project & Engineering Skills C , 2 C , 2 SOE1313L Chemistry for Engineers C , 2 SOE1303M Fluid Mechanics 1 C SOE1304M Thermodynamics C Students who have achieved 120 credit points at Level 4 may exit the programme and are eligible for the award of Certificate of Higher Education. Stage 2 [Level 5] Module Code Module Title Type Credits Level Sem ENG2087M Further Engineering Analysis C ENG2034M Thermodynamics C ENG2038M Fluid Mechanics 2 C ENG2052M Technology Operations Management C ENG2093M Chemical Engineering Practice - 1 (Lab + CAPE) C ENG2026M Structural and Solid Mechanics C ENG2095M Separation Processes Engineering C ENG2016M Introductory Control C ENG2028M Computer Modelling Techniques C ENG2091M Process Design C ENG2030M Engineering Statistics C ENG2092M Petroleum Product Engineering-1 C Students who have achieved 120 credit points at Level 5 may exit the programme and are eligible for the award of Diploma of Higher Education. Stage 3 [Level 6] Module Module Title Type Credits Level Sem 6

7 Code ENG3001M Chemical Eng Practice - 2 (lab+cape) C ENG3076M Materials Failure Analysis C ENG3101M Reaction Engineering C ENG3013M Petroleum Product Engineeing-2 C ENG3049M Reliability Engineering C ENG3019M Advanced Control C ENG3099N ENG3098N Design Project (Chemical Engineering)*1 Design Project (Petroleum Engineering)*2 C &2 C &2 ENG3097N Design Project (Pharmaceutical C &2 Engineering)*3 ENG3027M Biomaterials O ENG3048M Six Sigma for Business Excellence O ENG3084M Robotics Systems O ENG3018M Real Time Computing and Instrumentation O Note: Either *1 or *2 or *3 to be selected. 10 Credit option in Semester 1, 10 Credit option in Semester 2 We strongly encourage you to undertake a year of industrial placement between Stages 2 and 3. The School has many contacts with relevant organisations and arranges for interviews with those in which you have an interest. It is then your task to impress them sufficiently to gain an offer of employment. Different routes for the degree programme are shown in Figure 1 below Year 1 Stage 1 Year 2 Stage 2 Year 3 Stage 3 Industrial Placement Year 4 3 Years BEng Stage 3 Figure 1: Routes for the Degree Programme 4 Years BEng The curriculum may change, subject to the University's programme approval, monitoring and review procedures. 7

8 Teaching and Assessment Strategies The teaching and learning strategy takes into consideration the learning outcomes, progression through the levels of study, the nature of the subject and the student intake, and the need for you to take greater responsibility for your own learning as you progress through the programme. The strategies and methods implemented are: The teaching and learning methods implemented to engage you in developing your knowledge and understanding of the programme include formal lectures (including those from Visiting Lecturers), case studies, tutorial exercises, practical demonstrations, directed learning and individual work. The method of assessment is by written examination and both analytical and experimental coursework. The methods implemented in developing your intellectual skills include engaging with you during tutorial exercises, case studies, practical demonstration and supervised project work. The methods of assessment of intellectual skills are implicit in the written examinations, analytical and experimental coursework and more particularly in your final year Design Project work. The methods implemented in developing your practical skills include demonstrations and practical sessions linked with the taught modules. You will also design and operate equipment and/or procedures and use control and measuring instruments under supervision during your Design Project work. The methods of assessment of practical skills include feedback on laboratory work linked with some of the taught modules. The methods implemented in developing the students transferable skills are implicit in the programme. The University of Bradford is well known for attracting students from a wide variety of background, experiences and countries. This and the learning facilities available to all students provide the conditions for students to develop and manage their learning. The University of Bradford modus operandi, Making Knowledge Work, is imbedded in the philosophy of this programme, particularly in the area of Engineering, Design and Technology, which is well equipped with practical and computational facilities. The methods of assessment of transferable skills are built in the structure of the examinations, case studies, laboratory demonstrations and the Design Project work. Assessment Regulations Whilst this Programme conforms to the general principles set out in the standard University Assessment Regulations which are available at the link below, the following exception(s) apply to these regulations: 1. Students must pass the final year Design Project at 1 st attempt. 2. Where an element of assessment for a module has a weighting of 30% or more, a minimum mark of 30% must be obtained in that element, as well as a pass mark overall being obtained for a module to be deemed a pass For your award to be accredited by the professional body, the final award classification must be 2:2 level or above. 8

9 If the above requirements are not met, but the University s undergraduate regulations are complied with, then a non-accredited BEng will be awarded. Students on a BEng programme obtaining a 2:1, will be offered an opportunity to transfer to MEng and enter Stage 4. Admission Requirements The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience. If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry qualifications. The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact the programme leader before you apply. A typical offer to someone seeking entry through the UCAS scheme would be 280 points with Mathematics and Chemistry studied at A level, with grade C achieved in both subjects. However, applications are welcome from mature students (those over 21 years of age on entry) and candidates with non-standard qualifications or who, lacking academic qualifications, have significant relevant experience. On completion of a UCAS form you will be invited to the School for an Open Day when you will have the opportunity to meet staff, view the facilities and discuss the Bradford experience with current students. Further entry requirements as below: Must have Chemistry & Mathematics at GCSE or Equivalent General Studies will not be accepted Must have Chemistry & Mathematics (AS level for Foundation, A level for direct Entry) BTEC (Chemical/Process Engineering) with Mathematics for entry to stage 1 HND (Chemical/Process Engineering) with Mathematics for direct entry to stage 2 The School actively promotes educational opportunities for ethnic minority, mature and alternatively qualified students, as well as for school-leavers and traditionally qualified students. English Language Requirements All students must satisfy the English language requirements for admission as described in: 9

10 requirements/ If your native language is not English, you will have to pass a test in English approved by the University before you can be admitted. The following qualifications are acceptable as satisfying this requirement. Both are available internationally: The International English Language Testing Service Test (IELTS) administered by the British Council is the test which is preferred by the University. You will need to achieve an Overall Band of at least 6, with at least 5 in each of the four sub-tests. Testing facilities are available at most British Council overseas offices. When you take your test, you should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to be sent to the University. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the Educational Testing Service, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, USA. You will need to score at least 550 (220 on the computer-based test). If you take this test, you should enter the University's code 0828, on your answer sheet. Should you not be able to offer these grades then you should contact the admissions Tutor for further advice. Learning Resources The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist libraries in the School of Health Studies and the School of Management provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each School provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise your references properly. Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus. Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University account, personal information and programme-related materials this way. Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7 IT helpline available. Student Support and Guidance Programme Team Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided both by the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a personal tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your programme tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries. The School has a Women s Engineering Society named FAIRER (Females Actively Involved in Rewarding Engineering Roles). It provides a social network support to all students in School of Engineering and Informatics from Foundation Year to Postgraduate. 10

11 Students Union We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students Union, through a system of programme representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly. The Students Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (based in the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Student s Union. Careers and Employability The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the programme from Career Development Services including help to find part time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the web site Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops. These may take place as early as year 1, or may be achieved through a customised Career and Personal Development module in year 2 or 3 which is developed in close cooperation with the academic department. An annual First Destination Survey leads to compilation of a report on the outcomes of all programmes and to the development of an annually updated Traffic Light Analysis of Employability which is used as a performance indicator. Learner Development Unit (LDU) The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths, numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is delivered during both semesters which complements individual support available from Advisers and the wide range of interactive online materials available from the LDU website. Disability Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to help you get the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact the Disability Service by phoning: or via disabilities@bradford.ac.uk University policies and initiatives 11

12 Ecoversity: Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see: Further Information: For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact Admissions. The Admissions Office The University of Bradford Richmond Road Bradford, BD7 1DP UK +44 (0) The Admissions Office School of Engineering and Informatics The University of Bradford Richmond Road Bradford, BD7 1DP UK +44 (0) The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's regulations and programme approval, monitoring and review procedures. 12