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CHE5201

Faculty of Engineering

18 September 2017 22 November 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Engineering
OfferedClayton First semester 2012 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2012 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Professor Gil Garnier

Synopsis

In-depth study of a topic related to biorefinery or pulp and paper processing.

Outcomes

Learning objectives of this unit are that the student will:

  1. Acquire in depth knowledge and understanding of a specific aspect of the biorefinery, or of a specific aspect of pulp or paper manufacturing

  1. Develop skills in:
    • Researching the literature and other information on a specific topic, in depth
    • Gaining an overall and in depth understanding of a specific topic
    • Analysing available information and assessing gaps in knowledge
    • Producing a succinct report which conveys the important details of a topic, analyses the topic and reaches logical conclusions

  1. Demonstrate the ability to:
    • Undertake in depth research of the literature and other sources of information on a topic
    • Analyse and understand the information obtained on the topic.
    • Assess and clearly summarise, with understanding and insigh, the current state of knowledge on the topic or the current situation in the chosen area

Assessment

Assignments: 100%

Chief examiner(s)

Assoc Professor Karen Hapgood

Contact hours

150 hours of research and report writing. At least 20 hours of this is to be spent at Clayton Campus including face to face contact with the supervisor.