Undergraduate Courses 2025-26

a) Undergraduate courses marked with [BLD] or [SPO] may be offered in the mode of blended learning or self-paced online delivery respectively, subject to different offerings. Students should check the delivery mode of the class section before registration.

b) Undergraduate courses marked with [EXP] may adopt the approach of experiential learning subject to different offerings. Students should check the delivery mode of the class section before registration.

• CENG 1000

  Foundations of Chemical and Biological Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Background

  Level 3 or above in HKDSE 1/2x Chemistry OR in HKDSE 1x Chemistry OR CHEM 1004 OR CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Description

  This foundational course is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of the disciplines within the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE). It serves as a springboard for all CBE students, providing a broad overview of their major programs, essential knowledge and skills for engineering studies, and insights into career opportunities. The course combines lectures with hands-on projects, demonstrations, and experiments.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Formulate ideas for product design, and evaluate them based on technical, economical and societal considerations
  • 2.
    Synthesize a process at the conceptual level for manufacturing the product
  • 3.
    Specify and quantify the materials and energy that enter and leave the process, and how they are transformed in the process
  • 4.
    Explain the breadth and versatility of the discipline of chemical and biomolecular engineering
  • 5.
    Acquire elementary skills of project management
  • 6.
    Function effectively in a team consisting not only of students, but also supervisors and subject experts
  • 7.
    Articulate ideas and communicate effectively in meetings, technical reports and presentations
• CENG 1010

  Academic and Professional Development I

  0 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course is designed to provide academic advising to new students in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, to enhance their sense of identity and belonging, to familiarize them with their major disciplines, to encourage them to pursue co-curricular learning opportunities, and to improve their communication skills. Activities include meetings with faculty advisors, senior students and alumni, seminars and workshops, and various community building activities. Graded P or F.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Be motivated and equipped to pursue the co-curricular learning opportunities available to bioengineering students.
  • 2.
    Be aware of possible career paths of bioengineers and how to prepare for them.
  • 3.
    Form a strong community with faculty and fellow students in the program.
  • 4.
    Communicate effectively in group settings.
• CENG 1110

  Introduction to Chemical Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 1000

  Corequisite(s)

  CHEM 1012

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 2010

  Description

  Application of material and energy balances to batch and continuous processes involving reactive and non-reactive unit operations and recycle systems. Introductions to chemical process and product design, equipment design, simulation and computational tools.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Apply material and energy balance principles to analyze chemical processes
  • 2.
    Estimate capital/operation costs of chemical processes
  • 3.
    Obtain, process, and synthesize information for process analysis and evaluation
  • 4.
    Function in project teams tasked with process analysis and evaluation
  • 5.
    Communicate with stakeholders regarding process analysis and evaluation
  • 6.
    Self-monitor and self-assess one’s learning by using learning portfolios
• CENG 1500

  A First Course on Materials Science and Applications

  3 Credit(s)
  Exclusion(s)

  MECH 2410, PHYS 3040

  Description

  The scope of this course is to introduce different categories of materials and to elucidate their applications. We will start from the basic concepts of matter to the basic structures at molecular scale, and then to the science and engineering of materials. The focus of the course is the structure/property relationship. The principles for designing and developing useful materials for special applications will be discussed.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Describe the basic structures and properties of materials used in our daily life, and discuss the novel applications of selected advanced materials
  • 2.
    Understand basic techniques for measuring the common properties of materials, and for fabricating and processing of novel materials
  • 3.
    Evaluate the social, economical, and environmental impact of materials
• CENG 1600

  Biotechnology and Its Business Opportunities

  3 Credit(s)
  Background

  Level 3 in HKDSE 1/2x Biology OR LIFS 1901

  Description

  This course gives an introductory overview of biotechnology from both technical and business perspectives. It surveys the current landscape of medical biotechnology, discusses the significant milestones in this field, describes underlying scientific concepts, and emphasizes the impact of innovations on human health and economy. Case studies are used to illustrate the opportunities and limitations in current and future biotechnology development. In addition, experts from industry and academia are invited to give guest lectures on course-related topics.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Explain the basic technical concepts, scientific and engineering principles in medical biotechnology
  • 2.
    Describe the opportunities and challenges faced by the industry
  • 3.
    Analyze the potential and impact of modern biotechnology on human health and economy
  • 4.
    Identify the key components contributing to biotechnology of commercial interest
  • 5.
    Research topics in biotechnology and its current development
  • 6.
    Communicate technical ideas effectively
  • 7.
    Develop ability work in a team with complementary strengths
• CENG 1700

  Introduction to Environmental Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Exclusion(s)

  CIVL 2410

  Background

  Level 3 in HKDSE 1/2x Chemistry OR CHEM 1010

  Description

  Fundamentals of environmental impact assessment will be discussed. Life cycle analysis of carbon and energy will be introduced using case studies. Principles of environmental engineering for control of air, water, solid and noise pollution will be discussed, including global pollution, pollution prevention and minimization. Cost of available technologies will be analyzed.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Apply data collection and analysis skills in environmental impact assessment and life cycle analysis
  • 2.
    Comprehend and apply the basic principles of environmental engineering in pollution control
  • 3.
    Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams
  • 4.
    Communicate and present key environmental issues and their solutions effectively
  • 5.
    Pursue lifelong learning as self-regulated learners
  • 6.
    Apply ethics in environmental quality control and improvement as responsible citizens and decision makers
• CENG 1800

  Introduction to Food Science and Technology

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  CORE 1212

  Mode of Delivery

  [BLD] Blended learning

  Description

  This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of food science (chemistry, nutrition, microbiology, etc.) and safety issues for daily consumption, and preliminary perspective for further exploration on food processing technologies. This course also emphasizes critical thinking skills, helps students to tell the truth/myth of healthy products, food additives, and genetically modified foods, and make a wise judgement for food consumption.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Identify the major nutrients and chemical components in different food products, and how they meet body’s needs
  • 2.
    Explain the principle and operation of food related systems, and the physical or chemical methods used in food processing, preservation and production
  • 3.
    Apply safe, sustainable and economical practices when using and developing relevant technologies
  • 4.
    Apply principles to practice, testing and analyzing parameters through hands-on experiments
  • 5.
    Design a food product, process or facility by incorporating food science, technology, safety, and economical aspects
  • 6.
    Critically examine the contemporary issues related to food
• CENG 1980

  Industrial Training

  0 Credit(s)
  Description

  A practical training course in an industrial simulated environment. For students of the Chemical and Biological Engineering Department only. Graded P, PP or F.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Gain practical exposure to the operations in engineering industry through plant visits.
  • 2.
    Utilize engineering principles to analyze and solve real-world industrial problems.
  • 3.
    Identify and address safety issues pertinent to process design and unit operations within the engineering sector.
  • 4.
    Communicate technical results and findings clearly and effectively in an industrial context.
  • 5.
    Investigate various career paths available in the engineering sectors.
  • 6.
    Foster a mindset of continuous learning through real-world applications and experiences in the field.
• CENG 2210

  Chemical and Biological Engineering Thermodynamics

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  (MATH 1014 OR MATH 1020 OR MATH 1024) AND (PHYS 1111 OR PHYS 1112 OR PHYS 1312)

  Corequisite(s)

  CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Mode of Delivery

  [BLD] Blended learning

  Description

  First law of thermodynamics for closed and open systems, enthalpy and the energy equation. PVT data and thermodynamic properties, methods for their estimation, phase equilibria. Second and third laws of thermodynamics, entropy and the Carnot engine. Examples from chemical and biological processes.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    State, understand, explain, and apply the laws of thermodynamics.
  • 2.
    Apply the machinery of thermodynamics to calculate thermodynamic properties of interest.
  • 3.
    Use published thermodynamic property tables and diagrams.
  • 4.
    Identify, formulate and solve problems pertaining to simple chemical processes.
  • 5.
    Develop solutions to problems in an organized, transparent, and precise manner.
  • 6.
    Apply the concepts of thermodynamics to interpret physical phenomena in nature.
• CENG 2220

  Transport Phenomena I

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  PHYS 1111 OR PHYS 1112 OR PHYS 1312

  Exclusion(s)

  MECH 2210

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 2380

  Background

  BIEN 2310 or CENG 2310 or basic programming

  Description

  Fundamentals of transport phenomena with emphasis on physical properties, flow behavior and diffusive transport of fluids in chemical and biological systems. Engineering derivation and quantitative analysis of fluid transport in confined domains. Emphasis on practical application of transport phenomena in chemical and biological engineering. Use of software for solving problems in transport phenomena.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand the fundamentals of transport phenomena with emphasis on physical properties, flow behavior and diffusive transport of fluids in chemical and biological systems.
  • 2.
    Understand engineering derivation and quantitiatve analysis of fluid tranport in confined domains.
  • 3.
    Identify the practical application of transport phenomena in chemical and biological engineering.
  • 4.
    Apply software for solving problems in transport phenomena.
• CENG 2310

  Modeling for Chemical and Biological Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Co-list with

  BIEN 2310

  Prerequisite(s)

  MATH 1014 OR MATH 1020 OR MATH 1024

  Mode of Delivery

  [BLD] Blended learning

  Description

  Modeling of physical, chemical and biological processes. Balance Equations. Dimensional and scaling analysis. Analytical and numerical solutions to initial and boundary value problems. Use of computer tools for engineering calculations. This course uses examples in the Chemical or Environmental Engineering disciplines. For CENG and CEEV students only.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Model simple physical, chemical and biological processes as mathematical equations.
  • 2.
    Develop and interpret differential equations in initial and boundary value problems.
  • 3.
    Solve ordinary differential equations analytical and/or numerically.
  • 4.
    Describe elementary concepts in statistics and perform simple hypothesis testing and regression analysis.
  • 5.
    Use computing tools for engineering calculations.
• CENG 2320

  Modeling for Chemical and Biological Engineering II

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2310

  Description

  This is the second of a sequence of two courses to train students on the foundational skills of mathematical modeling in chemical and biological engineering. More complex models involving higher-order ordinary differential equations and partial differential equations, and essential concepts in linear algebra and numerical methods will be introduced. Scientific computing tools will be used throughout the course.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Model physical, chemical and biological processes as mathematical equations
  • 2.
    Apply elementary principles in linear algebra and multivariable calculus in an engineering context
  • 3.
    Develop and interpret ordinary and partial differential equations to model engineering problems
  • 4.
    Solve ordinary and partial differential equations numerically
  • 5.
    Use scientific computing tools for engineering calculations with a basic understanding of the underlying algorithms
• CENG 3110

  Process Dynamics and Control

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110

  Exclusion(s)

  ELEC 3200, MECH 3610

  Description

  Basic concepts, mathematical model, transfer function. Dynamics of first - and higher-order systems. Feedback control, controller tuning, frequency response methods. Cascade control, feedforward and ratio control. Introduction to computer control and multi-variable control. Control and instrumentation hardware.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Obtain in-depth understanding of basic concepts of process dynamics and control.
  • 2.
    Obtain Good understanding of process instrumentation.
  • 3.
    Be able to use MATLAB/SIMULINK to assist the learning.
• CENG 3150

  Integrated Chemical Process and Product Design

  5 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 3820

  Mode of Delivery

  [EXP] Experiential learning

  Description

  Conceptual design of chemical processes and products. Integration of prior knowledge in the execution of a structured design project, under the direct guidance of faculty. Project topics encompass both process and product design with different emphases. Design tasks include literature and market survey, ideation, feasibility and viability studies, prototyping and/or simulation, unit operation or component design, planning and project management, and societal and environmental impact assessment. Emphasis on the design process, hands-on experimentation, teamwork, and self-learning.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Perform conceptual design of a chemical process and/or product in a team setting
  • 2.
    Assess the feasibility, viability and desirability of a chemical process/product
  • 3.
    Evaluate the societal impact of a chemical process/product
  • 4.
    Communicate and cooperate effectively in a project team
  • 5.
    Acquire various practical skills and knowledge required of chemical process/product design through self-learning and apprenticeship
• CENG 3210

  Separation Processes

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110 AND CENG 2210

  Description

  Phase equilibria. Ideal and nonideal mixtures. Thermodynamic properties and VLE from equations of state. Liquid-liquid and liquid-solid systems. Stage process, short-cut and rigorous calculations in absorption, distillation or extraction. Continuous contacting processes. Separation sequences. Simulation and design.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand concepts, principles, relations and experimental basis of the separation processes.
  • 2.
    Understand key concepts of separation processes and unit design including equilibrium stages, reflux, countercurrent contacting, limiting cases, efficiency and mass transport effects.
  • 3.
    Model and solve problems related to flash distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, batch distillation, cascades, simple and complex binary distillation systems and absorption in packed towers.
  • 4.
    Understand the basic principles of evaporation, absorption, liquid-liquid extraction, membrane, drying processes.
  • 5.
    Understand scientific literature in a range of fields that uses concepts in separation processes.
• CENG 3220

  Transport Phenomena II

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2220

  Exclusion(s)

  MECH 3310

  Description

  Application of transport phenomena in chemical processes. Fluid flow in pipes and channels. Conductive, forced and free convective, and radiative heat transfer. Diffusive and convective mass transport. Coupling of transport and chemical reactions. Analysis and design of heat exchangers and contacting processes for separation and reaction. Numerical solutions and simulations of complex systems.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand thermodynamic concepts of heat and mass transport.
  • 2.
    Demonstrate the thermodynamic second law enabled phenomena.
  • 3.
    Apply Fourier's law and Fick's law to heat and mass transport.
  • 4.
    Solve problems involving steady and unsteady heat conduction, convection, and radiation.
  • 5.
    Solve problems involving mass transfer due to diffusion, chemical reaction, and convection.
  • 6.
    After this course, students should be able to size some basic heat and mass transfer equipment.
  • 7.
    Extend the solving ability to problems involving biological and environmental systems.
• CENG 3230

  Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Description

  Stoichiometry and reaction equilibria. Homogeneous reactions kinetics. Mole balances: batch, continuous-stirred tank and plug flow reactors. Collection and analysis of rate data. Catalytic and enzymatic reaction kinetics and reactor design. Diffusion effects. Examples from chemical and biological processes.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand the basic principle of reaction and reactor engineering.
  • 2.
    Develop skills in the design and analysis of different reactor units.
  • 3.
    Make informed decision on proper reactor selection.
  • 4.
    Develop problem-solving skills.
• CENG 3300

  Data Science for Molecular Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Alternate code(s)

  BIEN 3300

  Prerequisite(s)

  COMP 1021

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 3530, BIEN 3300

  Description

  This course is an introductory course on the application of machine learning methods in molecular engineering problems. It covers fundamental data processing and machine learning methods to analyze data in chemistry and biology such as molecular similarity calculation and property prediction.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Identify problems that can be formulated as a supervised learning task
  • 2.
    Process different types of data to be ready for model training
  • 3.
    Understand the principles of supervised learning methods
  • 4.
    Perform model training, validation and testing
  • 5.
    Clearly interpret model predictions and present model results
  • 6.
    Know the application of data science methods in molecular science related problems
• CENG 3950

  Chemical and Environmental Engineering Laboratory

  4 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110

  Corequisite(s)

  CENG 3210 AND CENG 3230

  Description

  Integrated laboratory course for students in Chemical Engineering and Chemical and Environmental Engineering. Experimental modules on various unit operations and processes in chemical engineering and environmental engineering. Laboratory safety and risk assessment. Proper handling and interpretation of experimental data.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Describe the principles behind the experimental modules and how they are applied in the experiments
  • 2.
    Design and conduct experiments in chemical engineering and environmental engineering disciplines
  • 3.
    Process, analyze and interpret experimental data in a statistically sound manner
  • 4.
    Develop soft skills including teamwork, open-ended problem solving, report writing and presentation
• CENG 4000

  Special Topics

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  Selected topics of current interest. May be graded by letter or DI/PA/F subject to different offerings.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand the Principles of MD Simulation (Explain the fundamental concepts and theoretical foundations of molecular dynamics simulations and their significance in chemical and biological engineering.).
  • 2.
    Design and excute MD simulations (Develop and implement MD simulation protocols for various systems, including polymers, biomolecules, and ionic systems).
  • 3.
    Visula Simulation Data (Utilize advanced software tools to visualize simulation results effectively, enabling a deeper understanding of molecular behavior).
  • 4.
    Analyze Simulation Results (Interpret and analyze the outcomes of MD simullations, including the calculation of thermodynamic, structural, and dynamical properties.).
  • 5.
    Apply MD Techniques to Real-World Problems (Demonstrate the ability to apply molecular dynamics simulations to solve practical challenges in areas such as ion transport and protein folding).
• CENG 4020

  Academic and Professional Development II

  0 Credit(s)
  Description

  This course is designed to provide academic advising to students in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, to familiarize them with possible career paths and to prepare them for the transition to the workplace or graduate studies. Activities include meeting faculty and alumni, seminars, professional training modules, industrial site visits, etc. Passing requirement also includes proof of completion of internship, research or equivalent experience. Graded P, PP or F.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand the career opportunities available to graduates from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering.
  • 2.
    Develop and implement MD simulation protocols for various systems, including polymers, biomolecules, and ionic systems.
  • 3.
    Formulate a short-to-medium term plan for one's career aspiration.
  • 4.
    Appreciate the standard of ethics and professional responsibilties expected of engineers.
  • 5.
    Understand the importance of and pathway to lifelong learning.
• CENG 4130

  Plant Design and Economics

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 4810

  Description

  Computer-aided-design and process evaluation. Risk assessment, qualitative and quantitative assessment. Hazop, Hazan, FMEA, decision tree, fault tree, reliability. Toxicity, dispersion, fire, explosion, relief. Workplace safety. Plant safety and hazard analysis. Plant equipment specification and selection. Cost estimation and profitability analysis. Project evaluation. Cost optimization. Environmental control.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    demonstrate mastery of economic analysis in chemical process and/or product development.
  • 2.
    Make meaningful estimates on various economic aspects such as the capital investment, product cost, depreciation and profitability of an existing or new chemical process or project.
  • 3.
    be aware of the importance of environment/health issues in chemical industry.
  • 4.
    Apply process safety management program, industrial hygiene, fire and explosion, toxic release and dispersion, and pressure relief system.
  • 5.
    Conduct Hazards Identification, Risk Analysis, and HAZOP.
• CENG 4140

  Energy Resources, Conversions and Technologies

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Background

  CENG 2210 OR MECH 2310

  Description

  The course will provide the fundamental knowledge of energy resources, their conversions and utilization technologies.Basic thermodynamics such as fuel and combustion models, measurement techniques will be taught to enable students to manage basic conversion calculations and to evaluate different energy utilization options. The course will also cover topics in green energies and fuels, providing an outlook of future energy uses.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Know the limitations of different energy resources
  • 2.
    Know the relation in between energy usage, economic development and environment protection
  • 3.
    Compare the pros and cons of different energy options and their limitations
  • 4.
    Select and compare process technologies for energy conversions
  • 5.
    Conduct energy forecasting from historical data
  • 6.
    Apply basic thermodynamic concepts in energy conversion calculations or assessments
  • 7.
    Demonstrate topic study, presentation and communication skills
• CENG 4160

  Prototype Development for Chemical Processes and Products

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  CENG 4000K

  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2110 OR COMP 1021 OR COMP 1022P OR ELEC 1100

  Description

  A process and product design course for chemical and biological engineers via an experiential learning pedagogy. Students will learn to build prototypes of chemical products or miniaturized chemical processes incorporating chemical, biological, mechanical and electronic modules. Skills such as mathematical modeling, 3-D printing, Arduino programming, design and assembly of mechanical parts, data acquisition and processing, will be taught and practiced. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the course.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Develop a prototype of chemical miniature processes or products via various hands-on practice
  • 2.
    Troubleshoot and solve problems independently during the prototype assembly or development
  • 3.
    Describe and practice the design process by which ideas are turned into reality
  • 4.
    Master various practical skills for prototype development, including 3-D printing, computer programming, electronic circuit design, development of control strategy involving sensors and actuators, data acquisition and processing, assembly of mechanical and electronic parts, etc.
  • 5.
    Articulate their design process and demonstrate their prototypes in oral presentation and final report
• CENG 4510

  Nature Engineering and DNA Nanotechnology

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  CENG 4000O

  Description

  Science encompasses subjects like mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology, with boundaries between them becoming increasingly blurred over time. Engineering applies science and math to solve problems, resulting in interdisciplinary fields that offer a broader perspective. The course integrates materials science, chemical engineering, thermodynamics, bioengineering, environmental engineering, and microelectronics. For BIEN and CENG students in their third or fourth year of study only. Instructor’s approval is required for enrollment in the course.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Acquire a fundamental comprehension of the structures found in nature that are frequently encountered in our daily lives
  • 2.
    Gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental properties associated with the Constructal Law observed in nature
  • 3.
    Solve the structure/property relationship in nature
  • 4.
    Design optimal DNA sequences for DNA nanotechnology
  • 5.
    Communicate work with effective presentations
  • 6.
    Write effective project reports
• CENG 4540

  Nanomaterials and Applications in Chemical Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 3210 and CENG 3230

  Exclusion(s)

  CENG 5840, NANO 5350

  Description

  Introduction to nanostructured materials and nanotechnology. Synthesis and characterization of nanostructured materials. Selected applications of nanostructured materials in chemical engineering.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand how nanotechnology can be applied into chemical engineering.
  • 2.
    Demonstrate nano-based applications are made in chemical engineering.
  • 3.
    Apply self-assembly and nanochemisty for making nanomaterials.
  • 4.
    Apply principles of chemistry and physics to the novel nanotechnology and nanomaterials.
  • 5.
    Understand the working principles of nanotools such as electron microscopy and probe microscopy etc.
  • 6.
    After this course, students should be able to analyze our daily products that are using nanomaterials.
  • 7.
    Appreciate the role of nanotechnology for chemical engineers.
• CENG 4620

  Bioproducts and Processing

  3 Credit(s)
  Background

  Level 3 in HKDSE 1x Biology OR LIFS 1901

  Description

  Survey of bioproducts, cellular production hosts, production techniques (bioreactors), separation and purification processes, product formulation, product and process design.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Demonstrate knowledge of various biologically derived products, including their applications and significance in industry.
  • 2.
    Apply Inoculum development, medium selection and microbial growth kinetics to optimize microbial growth and production.
  • 3.
    Design and operate bioreactors, considering key factors such as agitation, scale-up processes, aeration, heat removal, and sterilization techniques.
  • 4.
    Apply downstream processing techniques, including filtration, membrane separation, precipitation, and chromatography, to recover, isolate, and purify bioproducts.
  • 5.
    Design and execute a lab experiment to create a bioproduct, gaining hands-on experience in production and processing techniques.
  • 6.
    Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of different bioproduct production and downstream processing methods.
• CENG 4630

  Food Processing Technology

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  Principles of Food Spoilage and Preservation, Thermal Processing (blanching, pasteurization, sterilization, aseptic UHT processing.), Chilling & Freezing, Dehydration, Separation and concentration, Fermentation, and concept of hurdle technology.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Gain appreciation of the fundamental principles of food spoilage, food preservation and processing methods that make a food safe for consumption
  • 2.
    Assess the storage stability of food products
  • 3.
    Apply the principles of food preservation and processing to solve practical, real-world problems
  • 4.
    Integrate knowledge of microbiology, chemistry, and engineering principles to solve problems in food preservation and processing
• CENG 4640

  Biomolecular Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 2210 AND CENG 3230 AND (Level 3 in HKDSE 1x Biology OR LIFS 1901)

  Description

  Students not studying in the Department of Chemical Engineering may enroll in the course upon instructor's approval. Molecular biology, protein engineering, enzyme kinetics, thermodynamics and energetics of biological systems, molecular and cellular processes, bioreaction networks and metabolic engineering.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Understand the structure-property relationship in biomacromolecules.
  • 2.
    Learn common ways to predict, characterize, and engineer biomacromolecular properties.
  • 3.
    Appreciate the significance of biomacromolecular engineering in biology and biotechnology.
  • 4.
    Explore the integration of biomacromolecular engineering with other disciplines such as synthetic biology, genome engineering, epigenetics, brain science, and regenerative medicine.
• CENG 4650

  Biomaterials and Drug Delivery

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  BIEN 4000B

  Prerequisite(s)

  (CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012) AND (LIFS 1901 OR BIEN 2410 OR BIEN 2610)

  Cross-Campus Equivalent Course

  AMAT 4540

  Description

  This course covers the relevant concepts in biology, material science, and engineering principles for the design and applications of biomaterials to meet medical needs, with emphasis on drug, gene, and cell delivery. Essential methods for the physiochemical characterization and preclinical evaluation of biomaterials will be introduced. Students will also learn about the roles of regulations and standard practice in industry. Case students will be featured to highlight the scientific theories and clinical translation of classical and latest therapeutic carriers. Students are expected to have basic background in fluid mechanics and mass transfer.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Describe major categories of modern biomaterials and their applications in medical areas
  • 2.
    Discuss the methods of evaluation for the characterization of biomaterials
  • 3.
    Provide qualitative and quantitative criteria for the design of biomaterials for specific applications
  • 4.
    Describe the regulatory considerations and the major steps in the approval process in the commercial development of biomaterials and drug delivery technologies
• CENG 4670

  Pharmaceutical Engineering

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Background

  CENG 3210 AND CENG 3230

  Description

  Survey of western pharmaceuticals; pharmaceutical processing technologies including reactions and separations; enantiomers and chiral separations; polymorphs and solid state pharmaceuticals; pharmaceutical dosage forms including tablets, capsules and transdermal patches; traditional Chinese medicine processing.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Explain key characteristics and mechanisms for drug action, measurement, and administration routes.
  • 2.
    Classify and identify different solid-state forms of APIs and explain their importance for manufacturing and product quality.
  • 3.
    Design and analyze pharmaceutical crystallization processes and workup steps.
  • 4.
    Synthesize and explain the formulation of liquid-dosage forms.
  • 5.
    Synthesize and explain formulations of oral solid-dosage forms and design a process sequence for tablet manufacturing.
  • 6.
    Develop and analyze a basic mathematical model describing the API release from solid-dosage forms.
• CENG 4710

  Environmental Control

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CHEM 1010 OR CHEM 1012

  Background

  CENG 2110 AND CENG 3210 AND CENG 3230

  Description

  Wastes from the process industries. Behavior of toxic chemicals in atmospheric, soil and aquatic environments. Adsorption/desorption, air stripping, steam stripping, supercritical extraction. Pyrolysis, biological, catalyzed and uncatalyzed reactions. Integrated environmental control. Instructor's approval is required for non-CBME students' enrollment in the course.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Identify the impact of human activities on the ecosystems.
  • 2.
    Apply chemical engineering principles in solving environmental problems.
  • 3.
    Identify the types and sources of air pollutants, wastewater, and solid wastes.
  • 4.
    Employ physical, chemical, catalytic, biological and thermal methods for the treatment of solid wastes.
  • 5.
    Use appropriate methods for the treatment of hazardous wastes.
  • 6.
    Employ physical, chemical, catalytic, thermal and biological methods for the treatment of air emission.
  • 7.
    Employ physical, chemical, catalytic and biological methods for the treatment of wastewater.
  • 8.
    Perform a preliminary design for the incineration of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) in Hong Kong.
• CENG 4720

  Environmental Impact Assessment and Management Systems

  3 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  CENG 1700 or CIVL 1140

  Exclusion(s)

  CIVL 4430

  Description

  This course will review the methods for assessing environmental impacts. Impact and management systems will be discussed in the context of both HK and international environmental legislation, which incorporates Licensing, BATNEEC, integrated pollution control, environmental management and auditing systems based on ISO 14000. Actual case studies from the process industries will be discussed.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Be able to find the necessary information/legislation/procedures for an assessment of environmental impact of a “Project”.
  • 2.
    Be able to use the technical memorandum to determine the Best Available Technologies, Best Available Technology Not Entailing Excessive Economic Cost (BATNEEC), Integrated Pollution Prevention Control (IPPC), and so on.
  • 3.
    Be able to conduct an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) on a proposed project.
  • 4.
    Be able to conduct a Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) on a selected process.
  • 5.
    Be able to conduct an environmental audit on a selected company/industry.
  • 6.
    Be able to conduct a Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) on a selected process.
  • 7.
    Be able to develop a waste reduction and minimization plan for a selected company/industry.
  • 8.
    Be able to develop an Environmental Management System for a ”Project”.
• CENG 4920

  Chemical Engineering Capstone Design

  6 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  BIEN 3910 OR CENG 3950

  Exclusion(s)

  CENG 4930, CENG 4940

  Description

  A final-year project course offers practice of chemical engineering design through a group design project chosen to integrate materials covered in the curriculum. Credit load may be spread over a year. May be graded PP. For students in Chemical Engineering, Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Integrate and synthesize the knowledge they learned in various courses in the curriculum
  • 2.
    Design and conduct wet-lab or dry-lab experiments to optimize and evaluate designs
  • 3.
    Design processes or products in the realm of chemical, environmental and biomolecular engineering creatively to meet societal needs
  • 4.
    Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams
  • 5.
    Articulate the problem being solved and the solution provided by the design effectively both in writing and orally
  • 6.
    Evaluate the impact of engineering design on contemporary society from various pertinent perspectives
  • 7.
    Research and evaluate information related to their disciplines, and use it effectively in their own design
  • 8.
    Manage a project effectively by proper work allocation and personal management, and setting and meeting appropriate goals and deadlines
• CENG 4930

  Chemical Engineering Thesis Research

  6 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  (BIEN 3910 OR CENG 3950) AND (CENG 4980 OR UROP 2100)

  Exclusion(s)

  CENG 4920, CENG 4940

  Description

  A final-year project course offers an opportunity to conduct individual chemical engineering research under the direct supervision of a faculty member, which leads to a Bachelor's thesis. Credit load may be spread over a year. May be graded PP. For students in Chemical Engineering, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with approval from the department.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Integrate and synthesize the knowledge they learned in various courses in the curriculum
  • 2.
    Design and conduct wet-lab or dry-lab experiments
  • 3.
    Conduct scholarly research in the realm of chemical engineering
  • 4.
    Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams
  • 5.
    Articulate the research questions and outcomes effectively both in writing and orally
  • 6.
    Evaluate the impact of chemical engineering research on contemporary society from various pertinent perspectives
  • 7.
    Research and evaluate information related to their disciplines, and use it effectively in their research
  • 8.
    Manage a project effectively by proper work allocation and personal management, and setting and meeting appropriate goals and deadlines
• CENG 4940

  Chemical Engineering Industrial Project

  6 Credit(s)
  Prerequisite(s)

  BIEN 3910 OR CENG 3950

  Exclusion(s)

  CENG 4920, CENG 4930

  Description

  This course is intended to provide final-year chemical engineering students with practical hands-on training in the form of a full-time or part-time internship or co-op program in an engineering company. Credit load may be spread over a year. May be graded PP. For students in Chemical Engineering, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with approval from the department.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Integrate and synthesize the knowledge they learned in various courses in the curriculum
  • 2.
    Design and conduct wet-lab or dry-lab experiments to optimize and evaluate designs
  • 3.
    Design processes or products in the realm of chemical, environmental and biomolecular engineering creatively to meet societal needs
  • 4.
    Function effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams
  • 5.
    Articulate the problem being solved and the solution provided by the design effectively both in writing and orally
  • 6.
    Evaluate the impact of engineering design on contemporary society from various pertinent perspectives
  • 7.
    Research and evaluate information related to their disciplines, and use it effectively in their own design
  • 8.
    Manage a project effectively by proper work allocation and personal management, and setting and meeting appropriate goals and deadlines
• CENG 4950

  Chem-E-Car

  3 Credit(s)
  Previous Course Code(s)

  CENG 4000I

  Description

  This course is a platform for entry-level engineer students to participate in Chem-E-car competition, i.e. to design and construct a car powered by a chemical or biochemical energy source that will safely carry a specified load over a given distance and stop. The objective of this course is to develop the ability to control an electrochemical reaction, and to obtain hands-on experience on a practical engineering project, especially in chemical engineering field. Students will be given the opportunity to interact with each other, to integrate the learning experience to design and build a device, and chances to prepare for starting their future career in engineering. It is a student-led project, designed to motivate students for engineers. Graded DI/PA/F. Enrollment in the project course require instructor's approval.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Perform a wide range of design, fabricate and test in the contemporary chemical engineering laboratory.
  • 2.
    Develop team work experience and learn how to divide project duties ensuring efficiency and quality of the final results.
  • 3.
    Be equipped with ability to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and analysis results, and use statistical tactics for data evaluating.
  • 4.
    Conduct project with professional ethics.
  • 5.
    Use knowledge of engineering, science and technology to solve practical problems.
  • 6.
    Obtain skills for effective communication to ensure accurate and appropriate information transfer.
  • 7.
    Obtain skills to administrate an engineering project for quality assurance, continuous quality improvement, laboratory education, fiscal resource management, and appropriate composure under stressful conditions.
• CENG 4980

  Investigation Project

  3 Credit(s)
  Description

  Students conduct in-depth experimental or computational investigations on selected topics in one of the departmental research areas. Students work under supervision and are encouraged to use their own initiative to complete an appropriate program of work within the time allocated. Enrollment is subject to approval by department and supervisor. Graded Distinction/Pass/Fail. May be repeated for credits. May be graded PP.

  Intended Learning Outcomes

  On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • 1.
    Conduct in-depth experimental or computational investigations on selected topics in one of the departmental research areas.
  • 2.
    Identify their own initiative to complete an appropriate program of work within the time allocated.