Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering

Introduction :

Welcome to the "Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering" course! This program is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of chemical engineering. Participants will explore the fundamental concepts that underpin the design, operation, and optimization of chemical processes. The course will cover essential topics such as material and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and chemical reaction engineering, preparing students for further study or careers in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials science.

Target Audience :

• Undergraduate students in Chemical Engineering or related fields.
• Early-career professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge in chemical engineering.
• Technicians and operators in the chemical process industry.
• Individuals interested in pursuing a career in chemical engineering or related disciplines.
• Researchers looking to understand the fundamental principles of chemical processes.

Course Objectives :

• Understand the basic principles of chemical engineering and its applications.
• Apply material and energy balance equations to analyze chemical processes.
• Describe the fundamental laws of thermodynamics as they relate to chemical systems.
• Analyze fluid flow behavior and its significance in chemical processes.
• Understand the kinetics of chemical reactions and reactor design principles.
• Explore separation processes and their applications in industry.
• Evaluate safety and environmental considerations in chemical engineering practices.

Course Modules :

Introduction to Chemical Engineering

• Overview of chemical engineering and its role in society.
• Key concepts and terminology used in the field.

Material Balances

• Fundamentals of mass conservation.
• Techniques for performing material balance calculations on various systems.

Energy Balances

• Principles of energy conservation.
• Application of energy balance equations in chemical processes.

Thermodynamics

• Basic laws of thermodynamics and their application to chemical systems.
• Understanding phase equilibria and thermodynamic properties.

Fluid Mechanics

• Principles of fluid flow and properties of fluids.
• Applications of fluid mechanics in chemical processing.

Chemical Reaction Engineering

• Kinetics of chemical reactions and factors affecting reaction rates.
• Design and analysis of different types of reactors.

Separation Processes

• Overview of common separation techniques (distillation, filtration, etc.).
• Principles guiding the selection and design of separation processes.

Process Control and Safety

• Introduction to process control concepts.
• Importance of safety measures and environmental considerations in chemical engineering.