This extension specialisation is suitable for chemical engineering students who wish to gain insights into the field of energy engineering with a broad understanding of the various challenges and appropriate pathways for managing industry’s transition to renewable energy sources. It covers the fundamentals and applications of natural gas processing, and electrochemical energy storage and conversion, as well as green hydrogen production via electrolysis using renewable energy. Materials selection to combat corrosion in operational units is also covered. The knowledge imparted in this specialisation will provide context and skills for critically analysing and evaluating the energy transition from a variety of perspectives.

What you'll learn

• Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of fundamental science, mathematics, data analytics, information science, sustainability principles and/or computing, GC1
• Solve chemical engineering problems of industrial and societal significance via innovative and creative design or research, working individually or in teams, GC2
• Select and use current and emerging technologies to develop and communicate effective and innovative chemical engineering solutions to complex problems, GC3