Industrial Chemical Processes Ii
- Sciences
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 78 pages
- 10 units
This course exposes students to specific chemical processes involved in the manufacture of chemicals and other products on a large scale. It covers mineral ore processing, including pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy, and the manufacture of Portland cement. The course also examines the production of inorganic fertilizers and heavy inorganic chemicals like hydrochloric acid and chlor-alkali chemicals, emphasizing processes such as the contact process, electrolytic cell processes, and Ostwald's process.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 39 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- CHM301: Basic Chemistry
- CHM312: Organic Chemistry I
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CHM417, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 INDUSTRIAL ELECTROCHEMISTRYPage 39
- UNIT 2 MANUFACTURE OF SOME HEAVY INORGANIC CHEMICALSPage 49
- UNIT 3 MANUFACTURE OF SOME HEAVY INORGANIC CHEMICALS: SULPHURIC ACID AND SULPHATEPage 57
- UNIT 4 MANUFACTURE OF SOME HEAVY INORGANIC CHEMICALS: NITRIC ACIDPage 63
- UNIT 5: MANUFACTURE OF HYDROCHLORIC ACID: A HEAVY CHEMICALPage 69
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CHM417 · UNIT 2: METALLURGY
This method is applied on a very small scale in producing metals and some nonmetals of extremely high quality. It depends on the principle that an impure molten metal deposits pure crystals on solidifying.
What you should be able to do
- Discuss the applications of electrochemistry in the industry.
- Differentiate between hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy.
- Explain in details the Baeyer process in the manufacture of aluminium from Bauxite.
- Identify the methods employed in the manufacture of potassium sulphate.
- Mention and expatiate on the electrolytic cells employed in the production of the chloralkali chemicals.
- Describe how ammonium nitrate is produced.
What it prepares you for
- Chemical Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Materials Scientist
- Environmental Engineer
- Quality Control Chemist
- Mining
- Cement Production
- Fertilizer Manufacturing
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Water Treatment
- Electrolytic Cells
- Industrial Furnaces
- Spectrophotometers
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Mineral Processing
Unit 3: Hydrometallurgy
Hydrometallurgy involves understanding complex chemical solutions and their interactions with ores, requiring a strong foundation in chemistry principles.
- Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 2: Manufacture of some heavy inorganic chemicals: Chlor-alkali
The mercury cell process involves understanding complex electrochemical reactions and handling hazardous materials, requiring careful attention to detail.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Mineral Processing
Unit 1: Chemical Processing of Minerals · 2 hours
Define minerals and their physical characteristics.. Discuss electrolytic methods for mineral processing.. Explain heating, roasting, sintering, smelting, refining, and alloying processes..
- Week 2Module 1: Mineral Processing
Unit 2: Metallurgy · 2 hours
Define metallurgy and its importance.. Identify types of furnaces used in metallurgical operations.. Discuss ore dressing methods: hand picking, hydraulic washing, froth floatation, magnetic concentration, and electromagnetic separation..
- Week 3Module 1: Mineral Processing
Unit 3: Hydrometallurgy · 2 hours
Differentiate between pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy.. Explain the processes involved in hydrometallurgy, including leaching and metal recovery.. Discuss the advantages of hydrometallurgy over pyrometallurgy..
- Week 4Module 1: Mineral Processing
Unit 4: Cement and binding materials · 2 hours
Identify mineral constituents of cement.. Describe natural, aluminous, and Portland cements.. Explain the chemistry involved in cement production and use..
- Week 5Module 2: The Inorganic Fertilizers
Unit 1: Synthetic (Inorganic) Fertilizers · 2 hours
Define fertilizers and their importance.. Classify inorganic fertilizers based on various criteria.. Discuss the manufacture of ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulphate, and urea..
- Week 6Module 2: The Inorganic Fertilizers
Unit 2: Phosphate fertilizers · 2 hours
Describe the production of phosphoric acid.. Classify phosphorus fertilizers based on solubility.. Explain the manufacture of normal superphosphate and ammonium phosphate..
- Week 7Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 1: Industrial electrochemistry · 2 hours
Define electrochemistry and its advantages.. Explain basic electrochemical terms: electrolysis, electrode, anode, cathode, electrolyte.. Discuss the industrial applications of electrochemistry in the production of aluminum..
- Week 8Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 1: Industrial electrochemistry · 2 hours
Discuss the industrial applications of electrochemistry in the production of Magnesium..
- Week 9Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 2: Manufacture of some heavy inorganic chemicals: Chlor-alkali · 2 hours
State the basic principle in the electrolysis of sodium chloride solution.. Explain the mercury cell process for chlor-alkali production.. Explain the diaphragm electrolytic cell process for chlor-alkali production..
- Week 10Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 2: Manufacture of some heavy inorganic chemicals: Chlor-alkali · 2 hours
Explain the membrane cell process for chlor-alkali production.. Discuss the manufacture of sodium carbonate using the Solvay process.. Compare the three chlor-alkali processes..
- Week 11Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 3: Manufacture of some heavy inorganic chemicals: Sulphuric acid and Sulphates · 2 hours
List the steps involved in the preparation of sulphuric acid.. Explain in detail the contact process for sulphuric acid production.. Explain the manufacture of sulphates like aluminum sulphate..
- Week 12Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 4: Manufacture of heavy inorganic chemicals: Nitric acid · 2 hours
Identify the various methods of manufacturing nitric acid.. Explain the manufacture of nitric acid from Chile saltpetre.. Explain the arc process for manufacturing nitric acid..
- Week 13Module 3: Electrochemistry and the Manufacture of Some Heavy Inorganic Chemicals
Unit 5: Manufacture of Hydrochloric acid: A heavy chemical · 2 hours
Explain the Ostwald's process for nitric acid production.. State the uses of nitric acid.. Identify the various ways of manufacturing hydrochloric acid and show chemically how it is manufactured..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed concept maps linking mineral processing techniques (Units 1-4) to specific ore types and extraction methods.
- Practice balancing chemical equations for fertilizer production (Module 2), focusing on reaction conditions and product yields.
- Review the electrochemical principles (Unit 1 Module 3) and their applications in industrial processes like aluminum and magnesium production.
- Compare and contrast the mercury, diaphragm, and membrane cell processes (Unit 2 Module 3), noting their advantages, disadvantages, and environmental impacts.
- Focus on the reaction mechanisms and process conditions for sulphuric acid (Unit 3 Module 3) and nitric acid (Unit 4 Module 3) production, paying attention to catalysts and purification steps.
- Practice solving numerical problems related to electrolysis and chemical reaction stoichiometry from the TMAs.
- Review all key definitions and industrial applications from each unit.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CHM417 about?
This course exposes students to specific chemical processes involved in the manufacture of chemicals and other products on a large scale. It covers mineral ore processing, including pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy, and the manufacture of Portland cement. The course also examines the production of inorganic fertilizers and heavy inorganic chemicals like hydrochloric acid and chlor-alkali chemicals, emphasizing processes such as the contact process, electrolytic cell processes, and Ostwald's process.
How many units does CHM417 have?
CHM417, Industrial Chemical Processes Ii, has 10 units across 3 modules, over 78 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CHM417?
CHM417 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Sciences.
Is CHM417 hard?
CHM417 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does CHM417 take to study?
About 39 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is CHM417 assessed?
CHM417 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What do I need before starting CHM417?
CHM301: Basic Chemistry CHM312: Organic Chemistry I
What can I do with CHM417?
Chemical Engineer, Process Engineer, Materials Scientist, Environmental Engineer and Quality Control Chemist.