Analysis of Chemical Engineering Processes

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This course will provide an introduction to chemical processes. Constitutive equations governing heat transfer by conduction, mass transfer by diffusion and convection, and momentum transfer through fluids will be introduced and compared, with emphasis on their common features, namely, driving force, resistance, material and environmental constraints, and Arrhenius temperature dependence. The distinction between equilibrium, steady state, and dynamic operation will be presented. Chemical process units such as mixers, separators, and reactors will be introduced within this framework to illustrate real-world applications of these processes. Conceptual design of experiments to isolate and quantify relevant parameters will also be covered, along with quantitative analysis topics including estimation, order of magnitude analysis, and sensitivity analysis.