UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
School of Engineering and Informatics
School of Engineering
Programme title: BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final award:
BEng (Honours) [Framework for Higher
Education Qualifications level 6]
Diploma of Higher Education [Framework for
Higher Education Qualifications level 5]
Certificate of Higher Education [Framework for
Higher Education Qualifications level 4]
Programme title:
Chemical Engineering
Programme approved /
accredited by:
Conditional Accreditation By the Institution of
Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
Duration:
3 Years full time, 4 years full time sandwich.
UCAS codes:
H8D0, H810
Subject benchmark
statement:
Engineering
Date produced:
June 2010
Last updated :
October 2013
Introduction
Engineering is fundamental to the economic and social prosperity of the UK. It is the
profession responsible for the creation of all material objects and systems necessary
for modern life from concept to customer to decommissioning. IChemE (the
Institution of Chemical Engineers, UK) identified (Technical Roadmap for 21st
century chemical engineering) six broad areas of critical global importance where
chemical engineers will have enormous influence. These are (i) health, safety,
environment, (ii) sustainable technology, (iii) energy, (iv) food and drink, (v) water
and (vi) bio-systems.
The modern society relies on the work of Chemical Engineers who develop and
design the processes that make the useful products for the society by efficient use
and management of resources including water and energy while controlling health
and safety procedures and protecting the environment. Your studies at Bradford will
be a foundation for life aimed at developing a deep understanding of fundamental
and advanced technical principles, analytical tools, and competence in their
application together with a wide range of management, personal and professional
skills. The programme will provide you with essential tools based on the concept of
sustainability and low carbon footprint for changing raw materials into useful
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products in a safe and cost effective way. As a qualified Chemical Engineer you will
understand how to alter the chemical, biochemical or physical state of a substance,
to create everything from health care products (face creams, shampoo, perfume,
drugs) to food (dairy products, cereals, agro-chemicals) and water (desalination for
freshwater) to energy (petroleum to nuclear fuels). An excellent way to develop these
skills is to undertake an industrial placement as an integral part of your degree
studies.
The School places emphasis on both teaching and research. We have particular
research strengths in polymers, coating, applied rheology and materials engineering
(including the creation of complex components from powders, composites, and
polymers). We draw our research strengths from the combined expertise in the IRC
in Polymer Science and Technology, the CIC in Polymer Engineering and the
Engineering Materials Research Unit and inform our undergraduate programmes.
The distinctive feature of the programme at Bradford will be traditional chemical
engineering (oil, gas and petrochemical) with a particular focus in advanced
materials engineering (based on our excellent research). We are currently in the
process of applying for IChemE accreditation. The accreditation will ensure that the
BEng degree meets the highest international standards.
Upon graduation you will be to work as: (a) Projects Engineer (b) Design Engineer or
(c) Operations Engineer in Chemical/Petroleum/Food and Pharmaceutical Industries.
You will have the capacity/potential/opportunity for professional growth to continue
the path to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. The ability of an engineer to think
clearly and logically is widely appreciated by many other professions and your
studies may well be a stepping stone to many alternative careers other than
Engineering – a real foundation for life and for a lifetime of learning.
Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:

To help graduates to develop the engineering, design, management and
personal skills required to become professional Chemical Engineers and in
doing so, also equip them for careers in other professions.

To provide the educational requirements (in compliance with UK-SPEC) when
combined with a period of further learning to permit progression to Chartered
Membership of the IChemE and registration with ECUK as a chartered
engineer.
Programme Learning Outcomes
When you have completed the programme you will be able to:
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select the appropriate reaction pathway to make the chemical/petroleum/
pharmaceutical products
select the method of purifying the desired product
select the appropriate materials for equipment design
control the process and ensuring it is safe
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choose alternative but sustainable cost effective process
manage any environmentally damaging by-products formed
select eco/clean technology to reduce the amounts of unwanted by-products
formed
deal with un-reacted raw materials to reduce carbon footprint
recycle energy and water within the process to reduce carbon footprint.
On successful completion of the BEng award, you will be able to:
knowledge and Understanding:
LO1 Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts,
principles and theories underpinning Chemical Engineering with core
knowledge in: engineering analysis, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics; mass
& heat transfer; chemical reactions; materials; process control; safety, health
& environment
LO2 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of
chemical/petroleum/pharmaceutical process design
LO3 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business and management
practices that are relevant to engineering and engineers
LO4 Demonstrate detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of key
concepts, principles and theories required for successful innovation.
Intellectual Abilities
LO5 Apply engineering principles to the critical analysis of problems in order to
create innovative process and product design solutions.
LO6 Evaluate process, product and equipment designs and make improvement
Practical Skills
LO7 Use software packages in the analysis, modelling and simulation, and design
of engineering systems
LO8 Use numerical methods for modelling and analysing engineering problems
LO9 Selection and application of principles and data collection & manipulation
methods to support problem solving
LO10 Apply skills of analysis, synthesis & evaluation to support process/product
design
LO11 Plan, undertake and report an investigation
LO12 Apply standard laboratory methods to obtain accurate data
General Transferable Skills
LO13 Work in groups in laboratories and in final year design project in order to meet
shared objectives
LO14 Interact with technicians and professionals in industry
LO15 Communicate with a variety of audience using a range of techniques
LO16 Use problem solving strategies to develop innovative solutions
LO17 Reflect on the need for further personal and professional development to
improve your own performance.
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On completion of this award at Certificate of Higher Education you will
be able to:
1.
Demonstrate a core underpinning knowledge related to Chemical
Structure, Bonding and Reactivity.
2.
Describe and apply the fundamental principles and techniques of
spectroscopy.
3.
Describe basic concepts and principles that apply to the mechanical
behaviour of fluids and apply those concepts and principles to simple, well
defined engineering applications.
4.
Demonstrate an understanding of, and ability to apply, fundamental
concepts, principles and theories underpinning engineering materials and
their key properties in relevant applications.
5.
Collect, organise and present basic technical information using drawings,
model engineering components in three dimensions and CAD.
6.
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of basic chemical thermodynamics.
7.
Demonstrate and apply basic knowledge of health and safety
management the principles of risk assessment, safety health and
environmental management.
8.
Describe, model, analyse and evaluate mechanical and general
engineering problems using a range of mathematical techniques and
appropriate software.
9.
Work effectively as individuals and in groups Use personal skills to
communicate effectively in a range of situations.
10. Communicate accurately and reliably with a range of audiences using
basic theories and concepts of the subjects of study.
11. Describe the fundamental structure and behaviour of prokaryotic
eukaryotic cells’.
12. Explain the nature of Chemical engineering processes and of material and
energy balances.
On completion of this award at Diploma of Higher Education you will be able to:
1.
Apply knowledge and skills in analysis and design of simple control
systems.
2.
Apply knowledge of Fluid Mechanics to problems and systems.
3.
Apply a range of statistical tests to engineering data, use statistical
modelling techniques to derive empirical models for engineering systems,
apply statistical models to process control, and utilise a specialised
software package.
4.
Describe the stages in the creation, formation and utilisation of Petroleum
products.
5.
Apply knowledge of techniques and theory of general three-dimensional
stress and strain state to specific creative challenges.
6.
Apply knowledge of chemical engineering operations practice using
laboratory and virtual/computational techniques.
7.
Demonstrate the use of practical computing skills in the production of
mathematical models of engineering and technology problems drawing on
a range of professional skills in the development of these objects.
8.
Measure and evaluate energy balances.
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9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Identify and apply a range of mathematical techniques to the formulation
and solution of general and mechanical engineering problems.
Explain the main theoretical approaches and practices found within
selected media.
Describe the physical phenomena, theoretical concepts and design
aspects of separation processes.
Apply knowledge of Technology Operations Management and analyse
and evaluate organisations methods of modern production and operations
management.
Communicate your ideas and arguments fluently in writing and orally.
Although the University does not recruit directly to Ordinary degrees this route is
available. A Bachelor’s degree (Ordinary) is awarded to students who have
demonstrated:
 a systematic understanding key aspects of their field of study, including
acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge informed by aspects of
Chemical Engineering
 an ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry
within Chemical Engineering
 conceptual understanding that enables the student:
o to devise and sustain arguments, and/or to solve problems, using ideas
and techniques.
o to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research,
or equivalent scholarship, or practice in Chemical Engineering
 an appreciation of the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of knowledge.
 the ability to manage their own learning, and to make use of primary sources.
Typically, holders of the qualification will be able to:
 apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review,
consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding.
 communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist
and non-specialist audiences.
And holders will have:
 the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring:
o the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility
o the learning ability needed to undertake appropriate further training of a
professional or equivalent nature.
You will be taught by a multidisciplinary (Science, Technology, Engineering &
Mathematics) team of staff with excellent research portfolio in respective disciplines.
In a number of taught modules you will be learning and working with Civil,
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering students to build up the multidisciplinary team
work capability which is a common feature in all engineering jobs around the globe.
Within an integrated multidisciplinary team, you will be able to fulfil aspirations in
learning, scholarship, research, enterprise, and career and personal development
consistent with principles of sustainable development and equality of opportunity and
meeting evolving regional, national, and international challenges.
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Curriculum
The map of your studies is detailed below showing core (C) and optional (O)
modules. Each year, or stage, of an Honours programme comprises 2 semesters
with 60 credits being studied in each semester. At the end of Stage 1 there may be
the possibility to transfer onto the Ordinary route, to be discussed with the
programme leader. An Ordinary route comprises of 100 credits at each Stage.
Stage 1 [Level4]
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Sem
ENG1096M
Introduction to Chemical Engineering
C
10
4
1
ENG1074L
Engineering Analysis
C
10+10
4
1&2
ENG1003M
Materials Technology
C
10
4
1
CT1508M
Essentials of Chemical Structure,
Bonding and Reactivity
C
10
4
1
CT1509M
Introduction to Chemical
Thermodynamics
C
10
4
1
ENG1053M
Cell and Microbiology for Engineers
C
10
4
1
ENG1074L
Engineering Analysis
C
10+10
4
1&2
ENG1032M
Fluid Mechanics 1
C
10
4
2
CT1007D
Laboratory Practice and Professional
Skills 2
C
20
4
2
ENG1098M
Introduction to CAD and Flow Sheeting
C
10
4
2
ENG1059M
Health and Safety Management
C
10
4
2
Students who have achieved 120 credit points at Level 4 may exit the programme
and are eligible for the award of Certificate of Higher Education.
Stage 2 [Level 5]
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Sem
ENG2087M
Further Engineering Analysis
C
10
5
1
ENG2034M
Thermodynamics
C
10
5
1
ENG2038M
Fluid Mechanics 2
C
10
5
1
ENG2052M
Technology Operations Management
C
10
5
1
ENG2093M
Chemical Engineering Practice - 1 (Lab
+ CAPE)
C
10
5
1
ENG2026M
Structural and Solid Mechanics
C
10
5
1
ENG2095M
Separation Processes Engineering
C
10
5
2
ENG2016M
Introductory Control
C
10
5
2
ENG2028M
Computer Modelling Techniques
C
10
5
2
ENG2091M
Process Design
C
10
5
2
ENG2030M
Engineering Statistics
C
10
5
2
ENG2092M
Petroleum Product Engineering-1
C
10
5
2
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Students who have achieved 120 credit points at Level 5 may exit the programme
and are eligible for the award of Diploma of Higher Education.
Stage 3 [Level 6]
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Sem
ENG3001M
Chemical Eng Practice - 2 (lab+CAPE)
C
10
6
1
ENG3076M
Materials Failure Analysis
C
10
6
1
ENG3101M
Reaction Engineering
C
10
6
1
ENG3013M
Petroleum Product Engineeing-2
C
10
6
1
ENG3049M
Reliability Engineering
C
10
6
2
ENG3019M
Advanced Control
C
10
6
2
ENG3099N
Design Project (Chemical
Engineering)*1
C
30
6
1&2
ENG3098N
Design Project (Petroleum
Engineering)*2
C
30
6
1&2
C
30
6
1&2
ENG3027M
Design Project (Pharmaceutical
Engineering)*3
Biomaterials
O
10
6
1
ENG3048M
Six Sigma for Business Excellence
O
10
6
1
ENG3084M
Robotics Systems
O
10
6
2
ENG3018M
Real Time Computing and
Instrumentation
O
10
6
2
ENG3097N
Note: Either *1 or *2 or *3 to be selected. 10 Credit option in Semester 1, 10 Credit
option in Semester 2
We strongly encourage you to undertake a year of industrial placement between
Stages 2 and 3. The School has many contacts with relevant organisations and
arranges for interviews with those in which you have an interest. It is then your task
to impress them sufficiently to gain an offer of employment.
Different routes for the degree programme are shown in Figure 1 below
Stage 1
Year 1
Stage 2
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Stage 3
3 Years BEng
Industrial
Placement
Stage 3
4 Years BEng
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Figure 1: Routes for the Degree Programme
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's programme approval,
monitoring and review procedures.
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The teaching and learning strategy takes into consideration the learning outcomes,
progression through the levels of study, the nature of the subject and the student
intake, and the need for you to take greater responsibility for your own learning as
you progress through the programme. The strategies and methods implemented are:

The teaching and learning methods implemented to engage you in developing
your knowledge and understanding of the programme include formal lectures
(including those from Visiting Lecturers), case studies, tutorial exercises, practical
demonstrations, directed learning and individual work.
The method of
assessment is by written examination and both analytical and experimental
coursework.
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The methods implemented in developing your intellectual skills include engaging
with you during tutorial exercises, case studies, practical demonstration and
supervised project work. The methods of assessment of intellectual skills are
implicit in the written examinations, analytical and experimental coursework and
more particularly in your final year ‘Design Project’ work.
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The methods implemented in developing your practical skills include
demonstrations and practical sessions linked with the taught modules. You will
also design and operate equipment and/or procedures and use control and
measuring instruments under supervision during your ‘Design Project’ work. The
methods of assessment of practical skills include feedback on laboratory work
linked with some of the taught modules.
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The methods implemented in developing the students’ transferable skills are
implicit in the programme. The University of Bradford is well known for attracting
students from a wide variety of background, experiences and countries. This and
the learning facilities available to all students provide the conditions for students
to develop and manage their learning. The University of Bradford modus
operandi, Making Knowledge Work, is imbedded in the philosophy of this
programme, particularly in the area of Engineering, Design and Technology,
which is well equipped with practical and computational facilities. The methods of
assessment of transferable skills are built in the structure of the examinations,
case studies, laboratory demonstrations and the ‘Design Project’ work.
Assessment Regulations
Whilst this Programme conforms to the general principles set out in the standard
University Assessment Regulations which are available at the link below,
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/aqpo/ordinances-and-regulations/ the following
exception(s) apply to these regulations:
1. Students must pass the final year ‘Design Project’ at 1st attempt.
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2. Where an element of assessment for a module has a weighting of 30% or
more, a minimum mark of 30% must be obtained in that element, as well as a
pass mark overall being obtained for a module to be deemed a pass
For your award to be accredited by the professional body, the final award
classification must be 2:2 level or above.
If the above requirements are not met, but the University’s undergraduate
regulations are complied with, then a non-accredited BEng will be awarded.
Students on a BEng programme obtaining a 2:1, will be offered an opportunity to
transfer to MEng and enter Stage 4.
Admission Requirements
The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their
previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of
each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our
assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability
to succeed on this particular programme.
Entrance requirements for each
programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a
combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience.
If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be
equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this
learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained
within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry
qualifications.
The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled
students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are
applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact
the programme leader before you apply.
A typical offer to someone seeking entry through the UCAS scheme would be 280
points with Mathematics and Chemistry studied at A level, with grade C achieved in
both subjects. However, applications are welcome from mature students (those over
21 years of age on entry) and candidates with non-standard qualifications or who,
lacking academic qualifications, have significant relevant experience. On completion
of a UCAS form you will be invited to the School for an Open Day when you will have
the opportunity to meet staff, view the facilities and discuss “the Bradford
experience” with current students. Further entry requirements as below:
 Must have Chemistry & Mathematics at GCSE or Equivalent
 General Studies will not be accepted
 Must have Chemistry & Mathematics (AS level for Foundation, A level for
direct Entry)
 BTEC (Chemical/Process Engineering) with Mathematics for entry to stage 1
 HND (Chemical/Process Engineering) with Mathematics for direct entry to
stage 2
The School actively promotes educational opportunities for ethnic minority, mature
and alternatively qualified students, as well as for school-leavers and traditionally
qualified students.
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English Language Requirements
All students must satisfy the English language requirements for admission as
described in:
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/international/before-you-apply/english-languagerequirements/
If your native language is not English, you will have to pass a test in English
approved by the University before you can be admitted. The following qualifications
are acceptable as satisfying this requirement. Both are available internationally:

The International English Language Testing Service Test (IELTS) administered
by the British Council is the test which is preferred by the University. You will
need to achieve an Overall Band of at least 6, with at least 5 in each of the four
sub-tests. Testing facilities are available at most British Council overseas offices.
When you take your test, you should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to
be sent to the University.

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by the
Educational Testing Service, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, USA. You will need
to score at least 550 (220 on the computer-based test). If you take this test, you
should enter the University's code 0828, on your answer sheet.
Should you not be able to offer these grades then you should contact the admissions
Tutor for further advice.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist libraries in the School
of Health Studies and the School of Management provide a wide range of printed
and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you
want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to
discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each School provide training
sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your
assignment, and will help you organise your references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus.
Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to
access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available
on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University
email account, personal information and programme-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7
IT helpline available.
Student Support and Guidance
Programme Team
Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided both by
the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a personal tutor who
is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal
concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom you
feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive
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series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your
programme tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries.
The School has a Women’s Engineering Society named FAIRER (Females Actively
Involved in Rewarding Engineering Roles). It provides a social network support to all
students in School of Engineering and Informatics from Foundation Year to
Postgraduate.
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’
Union, through a system of programme representatives and formal staff student
liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide
confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect
of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services
(based in the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues
such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information.
International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services
through the Student’s Union.
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability
and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available
throughout the programme from Career Development Services including help to find
part time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies.
Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the
extensive resources on the web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring
options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input
by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged
workshops. These may take place as early as year 1, or may be achieved through a
customised Career and Personal Development module in year 2 or 3 which is
developed in close cooperation with the academic department. An annual First
Destination Survey leads to compilation of a report on the outcomes of all
programmes and to the development of an annually updated Traffic Light Analysis of
Employability which is used as a performance indicator.
Learner Development Unit (LDU)
The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths,
numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is
delivered during both semesters which complements individual support available
from Advisers and the wide range of interactive online materials available from the
LDU website.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are
committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to
everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to
help you get the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can
discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether
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these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact
the Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email:
disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
University policies and initiatives
Ecoversity:
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles
of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching,
research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not
claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading
University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including
teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our
commitments to sustainable development.
Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its
inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of
our thinking in programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more
details see: www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity/
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or
contact Admissions.
The Admissions Office
The University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
+44 (0)1274 233054
http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/
The Admissions Office
School of Engineering and Informatics
The University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
+44 (0)1274 234567
http:// www.eng.brad.ac.uk/
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's
regulations and programme approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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