Syllabus and assessment
CHEN3001 Computational Transport Phenomena is a 25-credit internal unit at Bentley Perth Campus. This page follows the Semester 2, 2026 unit outline dated 13 July 2026. The authoritative outline is available through OASIS. Blackboard holds assessment announcements and submission instructions.
1 Unit scope
Section titled “1 Unit scope”The unit develops mathematical and computational models of momentum transport, heat transport and mass transport in process systems. It covers boundary layers, drag and friction, conductive and convective heat transport, and mass transport by diffusion and convection with and without chemical reaction. Analogies between viscosity, diffusivity and thermal conductivity connect the transport mechanisms. Empirical correlations and dimensionless numbers support engineering calculations. Computer laboratories use a control-volume CFD solver.
This course site supplies heat transport and mass transport material. See the schedule for the whole unit and staff for contacts.
2 Learning outcomes
Section titled “2 Learning outcomes”On successful completion of this unit, students can:
- Analyse the complexities of transport phenomena that occur in various natural and industrial scenarios.
- Analyse and communicate the mechanisms of transport phenomena in isothermal and non-isothermal, laminar and turbulent flow systems.
- Formulate mathematical equations based on continuity, momentum and energy balance equations to tackle problems encountered in nature and industrial scenarios.
- Generate analytical solutions based on the fundamental principles of transport phenomena.
- Apply computational methods to solve transport phenomena problems.
3 Teaching pattern
Section titled “3 Teaching pattern”The weekly teaching allocation is six hours: two two-hour lectures, one one-hour workshop and one one-hour computer laboratory. Allow at least five additional hours each week for self-study. The schedule records weeks without teaching and weeks without a laboratory.
Attend lectures and workshops, read ahead and practise defining and solving problems independently. Small groups may discuss methods for class and homework problems, but each student must develop their own problem-solving skills.
4 Assessment
Section titled “4 Assessment”To pass the unit, achieve an overall mark of at least 50%.
| Task | Weight | Due | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer lab report | 20% | Week 12, Friday 9 October 2026, 11:59 pm | 1, 2, 5 |
| Mid-semester test | 30% | Week 7, Monday 31 August 2026, time TBA | 1, 3, 4 |
| Final examination | 50% | Week 16 or 17, date and time TBA | 2, 3, 4 |
The computer lab report is a group computational modelling project released in Week 5. Groups may have three students. Submit through Turnitin on Blackboard, which supplies release and submission announcements.
The mid-semester test is closed-book and invigilated, held during lecture hours in Week 7. It covers the syllabus taught in the first six weeks.
The final examination is closed-book and invigilated. It covers heat transport and mass transport. Blackboard and the examinations office announce its format, date and time.
5 Learning resources
Section titled “5 Learning resources”The unit outline lists these references:
- Incropera, F. P., Lavine, A. S., Bergman, T. L., and DeWitt, D. P. 2007. Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer. Wiley. ISBN 9780470501979.
- Welty, J., Wicks, C. E., Rorrer, G. L., and Wilson, R. E. 2008. Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat and Mass Transfer. ISBN 9780470128688.
- Bird, R. B., Stewart, W. E., and Lightfoot, E. N. 2006. Transport Phenomena. 2nd edition. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN 9780470115398.
- Cengel, Y. A., and Ghajar, A. J. Heat and Mass Transfer: Fundamentals and Applications. 5th edition. McGraw-Hill Education. ISBN 0073398187.
6 Report an error
Section titled “6 Report an error”Email Ranjeet Utikar with this page’s title, URL and the passage or assessment item that needs checking.