Studying online
There are now 3 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Units available in Online Restricted mode have been adapted for online study only for those students who require the unit to complete their studies and who are unable to attend campus owing to exceptional circumstances beyond their control. To be enrolled in a unit in Online Restricted mode, students should contact their Student Advising Office through askUWA
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
"This unit will help students to understand gas processing technologies in liquified natural gas (LNG) production and hydrogen production and transportation via hydrogen carriers. This unit will also enable students to perform process simulations using commercial software packages, including HYSYS, for gas processing technologies, and some other general applications. The understanding of processes and the ability to perform process calculation and simulation are essential skills to contribute to the transition of global energy supply.
In the first module (corresponding to learning outcomes #1 and #2), students will get familiar with the fundamental thermodynamic principles underpinning the calculation and simulation of gas processing systems. The introduction and practice of basics of steady state and dynamic simulations will help students to become confident in performing process simulations. Students will be able to perform process simulations for certain simplified unit operations.
In the second module (corresponding to learning outcomes #3 and #4), a systematic introduction of the gas processing units in LNG production will be given. Students will learn to construct both steady state and dynamic simulations of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and LNG production. Students would be able to use the constructed simulations to achieve optimisation of LPG and LNG plants.
In the third module (corresponding to learning outcomes #5 and #6), the needs of gas processing in hydrogen production will be explored, where students will learn how to produce low carbon hydrogen and develop capability in simulating hydrogen production. This section of the course will also look at the transportation of hydrogen via hydrogen carriers and associated gas processing technologies in achieving efficient hydrogen recovery and purification. "
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 2 UWA (Perth) Face to face Semester 2 Online Online Restricted - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) understand the fundamental thermodynamic principles underpinning the simulation of gas processing systems; (2) perform steady state and dynamic simulations with HYSYS for simplified process flowsheets; (3) understand and perform simulations for gas treating operations before liquefying natural gas; (4) describe the differences of various liquefaction technologies and perform simulations for the liquefaction of natural gas; (5) determine gas processing needs in the production of hydrogen from various sources and, and perform hydrogen purification simulations; and (6) design the gas separation and recovery processes when using vectors for hydrogen transportation.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) quizzes; (2) assignment; and (3) final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Gongkui Xiao
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- Enrolment in 62550 Master of Professional Engineering (Civil Engineering specialisation
or Mechanical Engineering specialisation)
or 62520 Master of Low Emission Energy Technologies
or
Enrolment inBachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated Combined Degree
and 120 Points
and CHPR3404 Advanced Thermodynamics and Mass Transfer Processes - Advisable prior study
- CHPR4404 Advanced Thermodynamics
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.