ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

DESIGN IV - 2021

HANDBOOK FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

 Graduate Attribute 1: Problem solving

Apply engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined engineering problems
Range: The project must: Report must show the following
Select one section of your report (HX, reactor or separation process) and:
 require coherent and detailed engineering knowledge
 Demonstrate your ability to identify multiple strategies for generating approaches to
underpinning the technology area;
solve the problem, and has insight into the pros and cons of those strategies.
 be ill-posed, or under or over specified, requiring
 Demonstrate your ability to recognise and consider important assumptions when
identification and interpretation into the technology area;
solving a problem. Also to evaluate and/or understand their consequences.
 be solved by structured analysis techniques;
 Demonstrate your ability to evaluate a solution with comprehensive and/or
insightful consideration of its impact.

Rubric

INDICATOR Developing Competent Proficient Strong

Formulate Strategies for Points: 0.4 (4.00%) Points: 1 (10.00%) Points: 1.4 (14.00%) Points: 2 (20.00%)
Solving a Problem: Demonstrates minimal or no Demonstrates some ability to Demonstrates an ability to Demonstrates a skillful ability to
Ability to identify strategies for ability to identify a strategy for identify a strategy for identify an appropriate strategy identify multiple strategies for
solving problems generating an approach for generating an approach for for generating approaches for generating approaches to solve
(brainstorming, research, trial solving a problem. solving the problem. Strategy solving a problem. a problem, and has insight into
and error). may or may not be appropriate. the pros and cons of those
strategies.
Recognize and Consider Points: 0.4 (4.00%) Points: 1 (10.00%) Points: 1.4 (14.00%) Points: 2 (20.00%)
Assumptions: Demonstrates minimal or no Demonstrates some recognition Demonstrates recognition and Demonstrates skillful
Ability to recognize and recognition and consideration and consideration of important consideration of important recognition and consideration
consider assumptions when of assumptions when solving a assumptions when solving a assumptions when solving a of important Assumptions when
solving a problem. problem. problem. problem. solving a problem. Evaluates
and/or understands the
Consequences of them.
Evaluate Solution Points: 0.4 (4.00%) Points: 1 (10.00%) Points: 1.4 (14.00%) Points: 2 (20.00%)
Implementation: Demonstrates minimal or no Demonstrates some ability to Demonstrates an ability to Demonstrates a skillful ability to
Ability to evaluate solution ability to evaluate solution evaluate solution evaluate solution evaluate solution
implementation and impact implementation, with minimal implementation, with some implementation with implementation with
(performance, limitations, risk, or no consideration of impact. consideration of impact. consideration of impact. comprehensive and/or
cost (time and money), insightful consideration of
consequences of failure, risk). impact.
 Graduate Attribute 2: Application of scientific and engineering knowledge

Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies to
solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
RANGE: The student must
1. Demonstrate the application of mathematical principles in problem
solving.
A knowledge of mathematics using formalism and oriented toward
engineering analysis and modelling; fundamental knowledge of natural
science:
2.  Demonstrate the application of the principles of thermodynamics
and/or transport phenomena in the determination of feasibility and
sizing of process equipment.
3.  Demonstrate the application of established models based on the
above principles in solving engineering problems.
Report must show the following
Select one section of your report (HX, reactor or separation process) and:
1) Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of underlying theory and
application to the problem.
2) Choose an optimal mathematical model that applies to an engineering
problem.
3) Demonstrate skillful ability to carry out calculations. Calculations are
relevant, correct and comprehensive, and are clearly and concisely
presented. Mathematical software skillful used.

Rubric
INDICATOR
Theory in Engineering
Problems:
Ability to understand and
apply theory in engineering
problems.
Mathematical Methods:
Ability to apply mathematical
methods to engineering
problem and/or formulate
engineering models.
Calculations:
Ability to carry out
calculations and/or use
mathematical software.
Developing
Points: 0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or no
ability to understand the
application of theory to the
problem.
Points: 0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or no
understanding of the
connection between
mathematical models and
engineering problems.
Points: 0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or no
ability to carry out calculations.
Calculations attempted are
wrong or irrelevant.
Mathematical software used
with no success.
Competent
Points: 1.25 (12.50%)
Demonstrates some ability to
understand the application of
theory to the problem.
Points: 1.25 (12.50%)
Chooses a mathematical model
that applies to an engineering
problem, but requires
assistance in model
development.
Points: 1.25 (12.50%)
Demonstrates some ability to
carry out calculations. Only
part of the relevent
calculations are done, and may
contain errors. Mathematical
software used with some
success.
Proficient
Points: 1.75 (17.50%)
Demonstrates an ability to
understand the application of
theory to the problem.
Points: 1.75 (17.50%)
Chooses a mathematical model
that applies to an engineering
problem, and has some success
in model development.
Points: 1.75 (17.50%)
Demonstrates ability to carry
out calculations. Calculations
are relevant and correct.
Mathematical software used
successfully.
Strong
Points: 2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates a
comprehensive understanding
of underlying theory and
application to the problem.
Points: 2.5 (25.00%)
Chooses an optimal
mathematical model that
applies to an engineering
problem, and develops new
models.
Points: 2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates skillful ability to
carry out calculations.
Calculations are relevant,
correct and comprehensive,
and are clearly and concisely
presented. Mathematical
software skillful used.
 Exit Level Outcome 3: Engineering Design

Perform procedural and non-procedural design of broadly defined components, systems or processes to meet desired requirements.
Range
Report must show the following
1. A major design project is used to provide a body of evidence that
demonstrates this outcome. A project to determine the technical
Select one section of your report (HX, reactor or separation
feasibility and economic viability of a production process is given.
process) and:
2. The project is typical of that which the graduate would participate in a
 Demonstrates a comprehensive ability to understand and
typical employment situation after graduation. 
explain a design process.
3. A major design project should include the following impact:
 Demonstrate your ability to considers different approaches
environmental.
to solving a problem, and develops a logical, consistent plan.
4. In addition to economic feasibility, the environmental impact, effect on
the health of workers of the chemicals, feed material, or products and by-  Recognizes consequences of solution and can articulate
products are also considered. reason for choosing solution.

Rubric
INDICATOR Developing Competent Proficient Strong
Understanding the Design Process: Points:0.5 (5.00%) Points:1.25 (12.50%) Points:1.75 (17.50%) Points:2.5 (25.00%)
Ability to explain the design process Demonstrates minimal Demonstrates some ability to Demonstrates an ability to Demonstrates a
including the importance of needs, or no ability to understand and explain a design understand and explain a comprehensive ability to
specifications, concept generation, understand and explain process. design process. understand and explain a
selection and evaluation. a design process. design process.

Problem Solving: Considering Points:0.5 (5.00%) Points:1.25 (12.50%) Points:1.75 (17.50%) Points:2.5 (25.00%)

Solutions:
Ability to develop an approach to
solve a problem.
Implementing Design Strategy:
Ability to execute a solution to an
open-ended problem taking into
consideration design requirements
and pertinent contextual elements.
Considers a single Considers a few approaches to Considers multiple approaches Considers multiple
approach to solving a solving a problem; doesn't to solving a problem, which is approaches to solving a
problem. Does not always consider consequences. justified and considers problem, and develops a
consider consequences. consequences. logical, consistent plan.
Points:0.5 (5.00%) Points:1.25 (12.50%) Points:1.75 (17.50%) Points:2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates minimal Demonstrates some ability to Demonstrates an ability to Recognizes consequences
or no ability to execute execute a solution that attends execute a solution taking into of solution and can
a solution. Solution does to the problem, but omits some consideration design articulate reason for
not directly attend to design requirements and/or requirements and some choosing solution.
the problem. pertinent contextual elements. contextual elements.
 Graduate Attribute 5: Engineering methods, skills, tools, including Information Technology

Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including information technology, prediction and modelling, for the solution of
broadly-defined engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
Report must show the following
Range: Computer packages for computation, modelling, simulation, and Select one section of your report (HX, reactor or separation process)
information handling; and
1. A section on modelling and simulation, using spreadsheet/simulator  Demonstrates an ability to describe and explain the principles
package.  Demonstrate optimisation.  behind and applicability of engineering tools.
2. Section on economic evaluation using spreadsheet/simulator package.  Demonstrates skillful ability to identify and use the most relevant
Demonstrate economic optimisation. tools for a range of engineering activities.
3. The student is required to demonstrate application of process modelling  Demonstrates skillful ability to evaluate the limitations of tools
and simulation tools, such as spreadsheets, programming or process and discusses the assumptions
simulation packages, to perform calculations, analyses on a chemical process.

Rubric
INDICATOR
Understand Tools:
Ability to describe and
explain the principles
behind and applicability
of engineering tools.
Identify and Use Tools:
Ability to identify and
use relevant tools for an
engineering activity.
Evaluate Tools: Ability to
identify the limitations in
the use of engineering
tools, and their
underlying assumptions.
Developing
Points:0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or
no ability to describe
and/or explain the
principles behind and
applicability of engineering
tools.
Points:0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or
no ability to identify or use
tools for an engineering
activity.
Points:0.5 (5.00%)
Demonstrates minimal or
no ability to identify the
limitations of tools and
understand the
assumptions.
Competent
Points:1.25 (12.50%)
Demonstrates some ability
to describe and/or explain
the principles behind and
applicability of engineering
tools.
Points:1.25 (12.50%)
Demonstrates some ability
to identify and use tools for
an engineering activity, but
may not identify the most
relevant tool.
Points:1.25 (12.50%)
Demonstrates some ability
to identify the limitations of
tools and some
understanding of the
assumptions.
Proficient
Points:1.75 (17.50%)
Demonstrates ability to
describe and explain the
principles behind and
applicability of engineering
tools.
Points:1.75 (17.50%)
Demonstrates an ability to
identify and use relevant
tools for an engineering
activity.
Points:1.75 (17.50%)
Demonstrates the ability to
identify the limitations of
tools and understands the
assumptions.
Strong
Points:2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates skillful ability to
describe and explain the principles
behind and applicability of
engineering tools.
Points:2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates skillful ability to
identify and use the most relevant
tools for a range of engineering
activities.
Points:2.5 (25.00%)
Demonstrates skillful ability to
evaluate the limitations of tools and
discusses the assumptions.

Graduate Attribute 7: Sustainability and Impact of Engineering Activity

 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, and physical environment, and address issues
by analysis and evaluation.

Range: The combination of social, workplace (industrial) and physical

environmental factors must be appropriate to Chemical Engineering.
Issues and impacts to be addressed:
 Have consequences that are locally important but may extend more
widely.
 May be part of, or a system within a wider engineering system.
Report must show the following
Considering the process as a whole:
 Consider, explain and evaluates multiple diverse perspectives
when investigating engineering impact on society and environment.
 Consider, explain and evaluate the impact of engineering
interventions on society and environment.

Rubric

INDICATOR Developing Competent Proficient Strong

Considers Diverse Perspectives:
Ability to consider other cultural,
disciplinary, and ethical
perspectives when investigating
engineering impact on society and
environment.
Considers Impact: Ability to
consider the impact of engineering
interventions (decisions and
technology) on society and
environment (historical and/or
contemporary).
Points:0.66 (6.60%)
Minimal consideration of
diverse perspectives when
investigating engineering
impact on society and
environment.
Points:0.68 (6.80%)
Minimal or no consideration
of the impact of engineering
interventions on society and
environment.
Points:1.65 (16.50%)
Some consideration of
diverse perspectives when
investigating engineering
impact on society and
environment.
Points:1.7 (17.00%)
Some consideration of the
impact of engineering
interventions on society and
environment.
Points:2.31 (23.10%) Points:3.3 (33.00%)
Considers and explains Considers, explains and
multiple diverse evaluates multiple diverse
perspectives when perspectives when
investigating engineering investigating engineering
impact on society and impact on society and
environment. environment.
Points:2.38 (23.80%) Points:3.4 (34.00%)
Considers and explains the Considers, explains and
impact of engineering evaluates the impact of
interventions on society engineering interventions
and environment. on society and
environment.