Subject description
An overview of bulk materials handling. Introduction to characterisation of bulk solid materials, gravity flow in hoppers and chutes, feeding and discharge devices, mechanical conveying, pneumatic conveying, industrial hazards, and instrumentation and control for materials handling systems. One-dimensional compressible flow and compressible flow in pipes, nozzles, and other applications.
Enrolment rules
Pre-Requisite
Equivalence
MECH372 - Solids Handling and Process Engineering
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Determine physical properties of bulk solids.
2.
Use particle and bulk properties in the design and analysis of different handling operations.
3.
Calculate relevant design and operating parameters in the feeding, discharge and transportation of bulk solids.
4.
Analyse high speed gas flow in pipes, nozzles and other practical applications.
Assessment details
Technical Reports
Mid session exam
Online Quizzes
Exam
Work integrated learning
Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.