James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021
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ME4521 - Bulk Materials Handling
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Prerequisites: | Must have completed 48 credit points toward BEngineering |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering |
Subject Description
- Overview of bulk solids handling systems; properties of bulk solids; design of bins: function of bins, mass and funnel flow bins, wall pressure, feeders; gravity flow of bulk solids; conveyors: belt conveying, pneumatic conveying, air assisted gravity conveying, hydraulic conveying, screw conveying, vibratory conveyors, other types (overview); other related issues.
Learning Outcomes
- to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental properties of bulk solids and the basic design principles of common bulk solids handling equipment
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Case study analysis - (40%) - Individual
- Written > Lab/Practical report - (30%) - Individual
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Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 1, Internal Usually available in odd-numbered years. | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 25 Mar 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 22 Feb 2021 to Friday, 18 Jun 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Greg Wheatley |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Greg Wheatley |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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