This course offers a time capsule of the science and technology evolution. From unraveling the mysteries of universe to exploring the transformative power of technology, students will identify key milestones in scientific inventions, confront climate changes and speculate on the future through the lens of science.
This is a basic course on engineering fluid mechanics which covers basic fluid principles such as Bernoulli's theorem, Navier-Stokes equations and the conservation laws. Some basic theories for dimensional analysis and similarity are also covered. Students will also learn about the applications of fluid mechanics theories in pipe flows, turbomachines, and external flows.
Fuel Cell Technology is an advanced course that delves into the principles, applications and design aspects of various fuel cell technologies, including PEMFC, SOFC, AFC, PAFC and etc. Through in-depth exploration, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of fuel cell thermodynamics, electrochemistry, characterizations of materials and performance evaluation techniques. They will develop critical analytical skills to access electrocatalysts, design efficient fuel cell systems and perform comprehensive efficiency testing, fostering a strong foundation for sustainable and innovative advancements in fuel cell technology.
Project Management is about leading a team of diverse functional specialists towards a defined goal or outcome for which the project exists to deliver. This is however, not as easy as it might sound. Projects must operate within defined parameters, they often reflect a step into the unknown, are subject to a multitude of stakeholder influences and agendas and the environment within which they operate is often rapidly changing. This course has been specifically designed to provide the delegate with both a comprehensive and a holistic perspective of project management– to build a solid foundation from which to develop the required core skills to be a successful project manager in energy related field. This course is an immersive experience with a significant emphasis on open dialogue and participant involvement in a variety of exercises and scenarios.
This course introduces the fundamentals of electrical power systems, which has become an increasingly important method of distributing and transmitting power and energy. Students will also be inspired to appreciate and perform critical assessment on renewable energy systems so as to elicit advocacy for sustainable power technologies in the future post-carbon era. Also, the contents in this course will be useful to students who will pursue careers or research in electric power systems and renewable energy.
The course consists of the basic concepts related to electrical and electronic circuits, circuit elements and power. Selected topics that illustrate the variety of applications of electrical engineering, electrical element physical behavior and component models; network laws and analysis techniques; time and frequency domain techniques for the analysis of linear networks, introduction to AC power and analysis of 3 phase power system.
Electromagnetism:
- Electromagnetism, as described by Maxwell's equations, forms the foundation of classical electromagnetism. These equations describe how electric and magnetic fields interact and propagate through space.
- Understanding electromagnetism is essential for the development of technologies like generators, motors, transformers, and power distribution systems. These technologies are the backbone of our modern electrical infrastructure.
- Electromagnetic theory also underpins the understanding of electromagnetic radiation, including radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. These forms of EM radiation are used extensively in communication, imaging, and various scientific applications.
Optics:
- Optics is the branch of physics that deals with the behavior and properties of light, including its interactions with matter.
- The study of optics is crucial for the design and development of optical instruments such as lenses, mirrors, microscopes, telescopes, and cameras. These instruments are used in a wide range of fields, including astronomy, biology, medicine, and telecommunications.
- Understanding optics is essential for the development of technologies like lasers and fiber optics. Lasers have numerous applications, including in surgery, manufacturing, telecommunications, and research. Fiber optics enable high-speed communication networks and are used extensively in internet infrastructure.
Electromagnetic Waves:
- Electromagnetic waves are waves created by oscillating electric and magnetic fields. They include radio waves, microwaves, infrared radiation, visible light, ultraviolet radiation, X-rays, and gamma rays.
- These waves play critical roles in communication, both wired and wireless, as well as in various imaging techniques such as MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and X-ray imaging.
- The understanding of electromagnetic waves also leads to advancements in technologies like radar, satellite communication, wireless networks, and many more.
In summary, a deep understanding of electromagnetism and optics is not only essential for fundamental physics but also underpins many technological advancements that have shaped modern civilization and continue to drive progress in various fields.
This course basically discusses momentum, heat and mass transfer and their critical roles in chemical or other processing industries. This course is aimed to deepen the students' knowledge on unit operations particularly related to liquid-liquid extraction, solid-liquid extraction, drying of solids, heat transfer, distillation and absorption processes.
The EGE305 course consists of nine main components: the chemical composition and physico-chemo properties of petroleum and derivate products, petroleum analysis, the distillation of petroleum, thermal processing, catalytic cracking, catalytic hydrogenation, hydrocracking, catalytic reforming, and green manufacturing in petroleum refineries.
The course consists of three main components:
1. Introduction of the basic principles of chemical engineering of energy including material and energy balance during energy transformations in energy systems, as well as heat and energy transport processes;
2. Process integration and energy optimization including grand composite curve, pinch analysis, and heat exchanger network design;
3. Techno-economic, environmental sustainability, and resource conservation in the field of chemical engineering of energy.
Email: kianfei.yee@xmu.edu.myThis course offers a time capsule of the science and technology evolution. From unraveling the mysteries of universe to exploring the transformative power of technology, students will identify key milestones in scientific inventions, confront climate changes and speculate on the future through the lens of science.
This course basically discusses momentum, heat and mass transfer and their critical roles in chemical or other processing industries. This course is aimed to deepen the students' knowledge on unit operations particularly related to liquid-liquid extraction, solid-liquid extraction, drying of solids, heat transfer, distillation and absorption processes.
This course is for students taking General Physics II in the september semester 2023. In this course, you will learn two main topics eg. Electromagnetism and Optics.
The course requires understanding of physics principles, calculus ability and critical thinking ability to solve problems. Students need to think logically and apply physics law and equation to solve problem.
I sincerely hope you will enjoy learning this course even though at some point you might feel opposite of joy. ?
- Course Name: Fuel Cell Technology
- Course Code: EGE324
- Course Description: Fuel Cell Technology is an advanced course that delves into the principles, applications and design aspects of various fuel cell technologies, including PEMFC, SOFC, AFC, PAFC and etc. Through in-depth exploration, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of fuel cell thermodynamics, electrochemistry, characterizations of materials and performance evaluation techniques. They will develop critical analytical skills to access electrocatalysts, design efficient fuel cell systems and perform comprehensive efficiency testing, fostering a strong foundation for sustainable and innovative advancements in fuel cell technology.
- Lecturer Email Address: boonjunn.ng@xmu.edu.my
- Course Code: EGE306
- Course Name: Engineering Fluid Mechanics
- Course Description: This is a basic course on engineering fluid mechanics which covers basic fluid principles such as Bernoulli's theorem, Navier-Stokes equations and the conservation laws. Some basic theories for dimensional analysis and similarity are also covered. Students will also learn about the applications of fluid mechanics theories in pipe flows, turbomachines, and external flows.
- Lecturer Email Address: boonjunn.ng@xmu.edu.my