Course overview
Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) is a group of critical technologies in mitigating the effects of climate change, which involves capturing greenhouse gas emissions from heavy industries such as steel and cement, oil and gas, and mining, and storing/utilizing them in different forms. Students in this course will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of carbon capture, utilization and storage. Through a combination of lectures, tutorials, simulations, and group activities, students will develop the knowledge and skills required to engineer and design effective CCUS systems. This course is a core requirement for the Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum) (Honours) program and is also available as an elective for students in chemical, mining, civil and mechanical engineering. The course will cover key aspects of CCUS including geological storage, various utilization pathways such as mineral carbonation and fuel synthesis, regulatory frameworks, carbon market and trading. The course includes a range of learning activities including lectures, tutorials, group projects, and simulations. Students will also work collaboratively in teams, building critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for success in engineering and other STEM fields. Assessment in this course will include an essay and group presentation, tutorial submissions, and an end of semester exam. These assessments are designed to test the knowledge and skills acquired during the course, as well as to encourage students to engage in critical thinking and analysis.
- Introduction
- CCS in geological formations
- CCUS
Course learning outcomes
- Explain key aspects of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) including geological storage and utilization pathways.
- Explain the main carbon capture technologies including absorption, chemical-reaction, and adsorption (by solid porous materials) technologies.
- Describe carbon market and trading, utilization pathways, geological storage, and regulatory frameworks.
- Analyse technical engineering aspects of CO2 geo-sequestration, utilization technologies, and carbon trading schemes.
- Simulate the flow of carbon dioxide in underground geological formations including depleted gas field and deep saline aquifers.
- Apply a critical-thinking and problem-solving approach towards the principles of carbon capture, utilization and storage.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 55913
Section FR01
Size 20
Available 9
Class number 55914
Section TU01
Size 20
Available 9
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