2017_18
Educational guide 
School of Chemical Engineering
A A 
english 
Chemical Engineering (2013)
 Subjects
  PRODUCT AND PROCESS DESIGN II
   Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1.2 Solve and optimise process design problems using mathematical programming tools at various levels (equipment, process, plant, supply chain, etc.).
 A1.4 Further understand methods and strategies for designing processes and products (problems with a high degree of abstraction, unstructured problems and open-ended problems).
 A2.2 Master the design of the industrial product while taking into account multiple factors simultaneously.
 A3.1 Be able to design processes and products with initiative, creativity, critical reasoning and to communicate and transmit them to a multidisciplinary audience.
 A3.2 Apply knowledge from other areas to the design of processes and products.
 A3.4 Evaluate different design proposals and include this analysis in the decision-making process.
 A3.5 Identify critical equipment and establish the protocols for maintaining the processes.
 A3.6 Understand the impact and risks associated with the supply chain and the analysis of the product life cycle during the product’s design phase.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B1.1 Intervene effectively and transmit relevant information.
Prepare and deliver structured presentations that satisfy the stipulated requirements.
Plan the communication: generate ideas, look for information, select and order information, make sketches, identify the audience and the aims of the communication, etc.
Draft documents using the appropriate format, content, structure, language accuracy, and register. Illustrate concepts using the correct conventions: format, headings, footnotes, captions, etc.
Employ the strategies used to make effective oral presentations (audio-visual aids, eye contact, voice, gestures, timing, etc.).
Use language appropriate to the situation.
 B3.1 Take an active role and share information, knowledge and experiences.
Make a personal contribution in the specified time and with the resources available.
Accept and comply with the rules of the group.
Collaborate actively in the planning of teamwork, the distribution of tasks and the setting of deadlines.
Bear in mind the points of view of others and provide constructive feedback.
Enable any differences, disagreements and conflicts among the team to be handled positively.
 B4.1 Enable any differences, disagreements and conflicts among the team to be handled positively.
Set their own learning objectives.
Set their own learning objectives.
Ask appropriate questions for solving queries and search for information based on sound judgement.
 B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time needed to carry out a task based on a general plan.
Analyse their potential as well as their limitations for undertaking a particular task.
Decide how to manage and organize their work and time.
Reflect on their learning process and learning needs.
 B5.2 Select important information needed to solve problems using objective criteria.
Provide alternative solutions to the same problem and evaluate the risks and advantages.
Invent a strategy for solving the problem.
Conduct the decision-making process in a participative manner.
Obtain the support of others in order to ensure the success of their decisions.
Type C Code Learning outcomes
 C1.1 Express opinions on abstract or cultural topics in a limited fashion.
Explain and justify briefly their opinions and projects.
Understand instructions about classes or tasks assigned by the teaching staff.
Understand routine information and articles.
Understand the general meaning of texts that have non-routine information in a familiar subject area.
Write letters or take notes about foreseeable, familiar matters.
 C1.2 Understand basic computer hardware.
Understand the operating system as a hardware manager and the software as a working tool.
Use software for off-line communication: word processors, spreadsheets and digital presentations.
Use software for on-line communication: interactive tools (web, moodle, blogs, etc.), e-mail, forums, chat rooms, video conferences, collaborative work tools, etc.
 C2.1 Respect fundamental rights and equality between men and women.
Be respectful of and promote human rights and the principles of universal accessibility, equal opportunities, non-discrimination and universal accessibility for th ose with special educational needs.
Be respectful of the values of a culture of peace and democracy.