Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Course

0151 - Graduate Diploma in Pulp and Paper Technology

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Engineering

Managing faculty	Engineering
Abbreviated title	GradDipPPT
CRICOS code	001825F
Total credit points required	48
Standard duration of study (years)	1 year FT, 2 years PT
Study mode and location	On-campus (Clayton)
Admission, fee and application details	http://www.monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/0151
Contact details	Visit http://www.eng.monash.edu.au/chemeng/

Description

This course is primarily aimed at graduates with a three-year or four-year degree with limited experience in the pulp and paper industry.

Structure

The course will comprise a selection of units to the value of 48 points offered in conjunction with the Master of Engineering Science (Coursework and Minor Thesis) program in pulp and paper technology.

The unit selection for each candidate for the diploma will be arranged in consultation with academic staff of the department and must be approved by the head of the department.

Requirements

Students complete the following units:

CHE9160 The pulp and paper industry (4 points)
CHE9161 Process engineering of pulping (8 points)
CHE9162 Unit operations of paper making (8 points)
CHE9163 Paper production properties and use (6 points)
CHE9164 Management and control in the pulp and paper industry (4 points)
CHE9165 Environmental aspects of pulp and paper making (4 points)
CHE9166 Special topics in pulp and paper (4 points)
CHE9167 Pulp and paper laboratory (6 points)
CHE9168 Industrial visits (4 points)

Total: 48 points

Award(s)

Graduate Diploma in Pulp and Paper Technology