Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (04/04/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- Intensive
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Chemical Engineering School
This course examines current and emerging technology options to manage and reduce energy consumption, improve efficiency and lower emissions to mitigate climate change. Key low emission power generation technologies and their costs, benefits, challenges, risks and associated supply systems will be examined, including advanced power cycles, Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), gas, cogeneration and oil production. The course provides students with a broad understanding of the challenges required in transitioning from a carbon intensive fossil fuel based energy system.
This course is one of the Part A General Foundation Courses for the Master of Sustainable Energy (MSE) program, and provides an overview of energy technologies in industry and manufacturing processes. The course introduces students to energy technologies used in heavy industry, such as mining and exploration, the oil and gas sector, and manufacturing processes (ammonia, cement, steel, aluminium and transportation fuels) through the analysis of profiles linking economic, environmental, social and legal/regulatory aspects, establishing a common understanding among the cohort to advance together through the program. It provides students with basic facts and the capacity to argue clear cases around profiles and discuss the application of technologies. In addition, it introduces concepts and skills that will be useful in later courses in the MSE program.
Course requirements
Assumed background
This course has no assumed background knowledge beyond the ability to perform simple mathematical operations.
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
ENGY3x is not compatible with ENGY7003
Restrictions
Restricted to MSE, (including MSE Man, GDSE, GCSE), MEngSc and MEngSc(Man) students only. Other students need to email studentenquiries@chemeng.uq.edu.au for approval to enrol.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Tutor
Mr Chun On Poon
Mr Benjamin Sander
Mr Prabhakaran Vanaraja Ambeth
Ms Fiona Allen
Mr Maytham Alsalim
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to provide students with an understanding of energy technologies employed in the heavy industry and manufacturing sectors, encompassing both current and low-emission alternatives. It offers a framework for the comparative analysis and informed selection of these technologies. Central to the course is the development of technical confidence and competence, enabling students to critically assess and address both familiar and unfamiliar energy challenges from a robust scientific and engineering perspective.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Develop an understanding of various processes used in the heavy industry and manufacturing sectors, including but not limited to thermal, electrical, and chemical processes.
LO2.
Gain a thorough understanding of the energy requirements for processes within the heavy industry sector. Analyse different energy sources (fossil fuels, electricity, renewables) and their implications for efficiency, cost, and environmental impact.
LO3.
Analyse social, political and economic challenges of new technology deployment and provide the most effective strategies to overcome barriers to sustainable energy transition.
LO4.
Communicate effectively with other professionals and with the community at large on the challenges in the heavy industry and manufacturing sectors, including as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
LO5.
Provide advice and leadership on evaluating energy systems and making sustainable technology recommendations, taking into account environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz |
Foundation Modules Multi-Choice Quiz
|
15% |
14/04/2025 4:00 pm |
| Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation |
Debate on Australia's Industry Future and PAF
|
25% |
Debate 25% 9/05/2025 5:00 pm X PAF by group mark to get individual mark 30/05/2025 5:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Part 1: Corporate Decarbonization Plan Development for a Heavy Industry Leader
|
40% Hurdle |
9/06/2025 4:00 pm |
| Presentation |
Part 2: Video Presentation
|
20% Hurdle |
16/06/2025 10:00 am
Online submission |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Foundation Modules Multi-Choice Quiz
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
14/04/2025 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
Individual Task
The Online Quiz is available on the ENGY7003 Blackboard site.
Questions are based on the Foundation material provided.
Open book.
Reading: 0 minutes
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Multiple-choice
Submission guidelines
Via the course Blackboard webpage.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Debate on Australia's Industry Future and PAF
- Team or group-based
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
Debate 25% 9/05/2025 5:00 pm
X PAF by group mark to get individual mark 30/05/2025 5:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L03, L04, L05
Task description
Debate on Australia's Industry Future Due 9/05/2025 5:00 pm Weight: 25 %
One industrial case along with its strategies for reducing carbon emissions will be provided to the groups. The affirmative team will be responsible for upholding the effectiveness of the strategies, while the negative team will be tasked with conducting a critical examination to avoid any instances of "green washing". See Blackboard for further details.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
PAF for Group Work and Presentation Due 30/05/2025 5:00 pm Weight: X PAF by group mark to get individual mark
A multiplier of 1 will be applied for all group members. Peer evaluation of each group member contribution – the value given in the peer assessment form (PAF) will be multiplied by the total group marks for the assessment piece to form an individual mark.
Submission guidelines
Debate - Online debate via zoom.
PAF - Please complete an assessment coversheet and submit via TurnitIn under Assessment #5 on Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
The Debate and Peer Assessment Feedback (PAF) assessments are designed as collaborative group activities that simulate real-world teamwork and require active participation from all group members. Each student is expected to contribute to the success of their group by preparing thoroughly and participating fully in the scheduled activities.
In the case of a group member being unable to attend the Debate due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances, it is a critical learning opportunity for the group to demonstrate adaptability and problem-solving skills. Students are encouraged to proactively discuss and arrange alternative plans to ensure continuity and fairness within the group.
Late submission
A penalty of 1 grade for each 24 hour period from time submission is due will apply for up to 7 days. After 7 days you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessments must be submitted on or before the due date. Late submissions of assessment items will only be accepted if approval for late submission has been obtained prior to the due date.
Penalties Apply for Late Submission
Refer PPL Assessment Procedure Section 3 Part C (48)
Part 1: Corporate Decarbonization Plan Development for a Heavy Industry Leader
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 40% Hurdle
- Due date
9/06/2025 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L03, L05
Task description
The Individual report guidelines will be provided in Blackboard.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
To pass the course students must pass the Individual Project assessment piece (Part 1 and Part 2). There are also hurdles required in these assessment items to achieve a 7.Submission guidelines
Please upload through TurnItIn on ENGY7003 Blackboard site.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 1 grade for each 24 hour period from time submission is due will apply for up to 7 days. After 7 days you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessments must be submitted on or before the due date. Late submissions of assessment items will only be accepted if approval for late submission has been obtained prior to the due date.
Penalties Apply for Late Submission
Refer PPL Assessment Procedure Section 3 Part C (48)
A Student Access Plan (SAP) can only be used for a first extension. Extensions based on an SAP may be granted for up to seven (7) days, or the maximum number of days specified in the Course Instance (CI), if it is less than seven (7) days. Any further extensions will require additional supporting documentation, such as a medical certificate.
Part 2: Video Presentation
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Online
- Mode
- Oral, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 20% Hurdle
- Due date
16/06/2025 10:00 am
Online submission
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
Following the submission of the written report (Part 1), this portion of the assignment focuses on presenting and communicating the proposed decarbonization scenario. Students are required to prepare and submit a video presentation to demonstrate their understanding of the topic and their ability to effectively articulate and defend their findings.
Video submission guidelines will be provided in Blackboard.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance. A failure to reference AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
To pass the course students must pass the Individual Project assessment piece (Part 1 and Part 2). There are also hurdles required in these assessment items to achieve a 7.Submission guidelines
Part-2 Assignment is via online zoom format.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 1 grade for each 24 hour period from time submission is due will apply for up to 7 days. After 7 days you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessments must be submitted on or before the due date. Late submissions of assessment items will only be accepted if approval for late submission has been obtained prior to the due date.
Penalties Apply for Late Submission
Refer PPL Assessment Procedure Section 3 Part C (48)
A Student Access Plan (SAP) can only be used for a first extension. Extensions based on an SAP may be granted for up to seven (7) days, or the maximum number of days specified in the Course Instance (CI), if it is less than seven (7) days. Any further extensions will require additional supporting documentation, such as a medical certificate.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Overall course mark <30% and/or failure to complete assessment items. |
| 2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Overall course mark 30 - 44 %. Lack of evidence of competency in the course material to the degree that staff believes would negatively impact on future MSE participation. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Overall course mark 45 - 49% AND/OR fails Individual Project (Part 1 and Part 2). Falls short of satisfying the basic requirements for a Pass. |
| 4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Overall course mark 50 - 64% AND passes Individual Project (Part 1 and Part 2). Demonstrates core competencies in course knowledge and skills necessary to undertake further MSE courses. |
| 5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: As per 4 except overall course mark 65 - 74% AND passes Individual Project (Part 1 and Part 2). Demonstrates a clear grasp of the underlying concepts, and competency in the specific skills taught in this course. |
| 6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: As per 5 except overall course mark 75 - 84% AND passes Individual Project (Part 1 and Part 2). Very good achievements in all tasks, demonstrating a clear grasp of course concepts and skills. |
| 7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Overall course mark >=85% AND > 80% for Individual Project (Part 1 and Part 2) AND Peer assessment factor >0.95. Outstanding achievement in all tasks, clearly demonstrating critical analysis and insight into course concepts, and effectively articulated connections between course knowledge and wider social, economic, and environmental contexts at global, regional and national levels. This grade requires demonstrated originality in assessment tasks and/or application of course skills. |
Additional course grading information
All students should complete the Peer Assessment. The Course Coordinator may moderate PAFs as necessary. Both debate and group presentation assessments are done by the same group of students.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Students with a grade of 3 are eligible for a supplementary assessment.
- Where the grade of 3 has resulted from a failure in the Individual Project ( Part 1) and Work-based assessment (Part -2), the supplementary assessment will be in the form of new Individual Project and Video presentation.
- Where the grade of 3 has resulted from a mark of less 49% or less, the supplementary assessment will be in the form of new Individual Project and Video presentation.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Please refer to ENGY 7003 Blackboard site.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 8 (14 Apr - 20 Apr) |
General contact hours |
Day 1 This lecture series will cover electricity generation fundamentals, and overview of energy carriers including introduction to the natural gas network, transport and hydrogen. Monday and Tuesday 9am-5pm Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
General contact hours |
Day 2 The lecture series will cover Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and Nuclear Power Plants with a focus on their roles in decarbonization. Monday and Tuesday 9am-5pm Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
|
Week 9 (28 Apr - 04 May) |
Workshop |
Day 3 Defining System Boundaries and Applying LCA: Multi-Criteria Analysis for reducing carbon emissions. 5 x weekly 3-hour workshops Learning outcomes: L02 |
Week 10 (05 May - 11 May) |
Workshop |
Day 4 Block Flow Diagram of an industrial process: Material and Energy flows. 5 x weekly 3-hour workshops Learning outcomes: L03, L04, L05 |
Week 11 (12 May - 18 May) |
Workshop |
Day 5 Block Flow Diagram of an industrial process: Material and Energy flows. 5 x weekly 3-hour workshops Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Week 12 (19 May - 25 May) |
Workshop |
Day 6 Block Flow Diagram of an industrial process: Material and Energy flows. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L05 |
Week 13 (26 May - 01 Jun) |
Workshop |
Day 7 Block Flow Diagram of an industrial process: Material and Energy flows. 5 x weekly 3-hour workshops Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course:
- Safety Induction for Practicals
Course guidelines
Anyone undertaking courses with a practical component must complete the UQ Undergraduate Student Laboratory Safety Induction and pass the associated assessment.
Specific instructions, usage guidelines and rules for each of the undergraduate laboratories will be delivered as part of each course.
In some cases, students may be required to attend a specific face-to-face laboratory induction/training session.