Course Description

Use of basic mathematical concepts in chemical engineering calculation. Basic concepts in processes and process variables. Material balances in chemical and physical processes. Recycle by-pass and purge calculations. Critical properties and compressibility charts. Vapor-liquid equilibria, partial saturation and humidity. Computer applications

Course Main Objective

The course aims to help students understanding the fundamental of chemical engineering calculation, which is related to process variables and mass balance of physical or chemical process in different cases. Also, the course will help the student dealing with binary system at equilibrium for liquid and vapor phases

Course Learning Outcome

Define and describe major chemical engineering unit operations and equipment

Identify units and dimensions and work with unit's conversion between SI and the American units' systems

Develop relationships between different process variables

Apply the basic principles of materials and energy balances to solve reactive and non-reactive systems

Make necessary assumptions to solve problems in a stepwise manner  using conventional notations and suitable engineering equations