Applicants with wider process industry experience who hold equivalent qualifications may also be considered. The course programme is given below for a student with a chemical engineering background. The lists of optional modules shown are not exhaustive and candidates may choose from a much wider range of modules dependent on their background, interests and previous experience. This is a continuation from Semester 2. A short description of each of the core modules follows.
Assessment is by coursework assignment in the topics listed.
Students will use a commercial package in a design environment and will develop an understanding of the benefits and drawbacks of such tools. Assessment is by coursework based on 8-10 examples and a more extensive project. The module studies project organisation and control to ensure successful execution. Also studied is a systematic approach to process synthesis. Assessment is by a two hour final examination.