Study mass and energy conservation in processes
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Sub Topics
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MCQs
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MCOs
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True/False
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Fill Blanks
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Rearrange
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Matching
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Comprehensions
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Curriculum
What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Material and Energy Balances 3 topics
1 Process Engineering Fundamentals
- Role of Material and Energy Balances in Process Design
- Engineering Problem-Solving Methodology
- Units and Dimensions
2 Process Flow Diagrams
- Block Flow Diagrams
- Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
3 Process Variables and Classification
- Intensive and Extensive Properties
- State Variables and Path Functions
- Steady-State vs. Transient Processes
- Batch vs. Continuous Processes
02 Fundamentals of Material Balances 3 topics
1 Conservation of Mass
- Law of Mass Conservation
- Accumulation Principle
- General Balance Equation
2 System Boundaries
- Open Systems
- Closed Systems
- Isolated Systems
3 Degrees of Freedom Analysis
- Problem Formulation
- Counting Variables and Equations
- Solution Strategies
03 Single-Phase Material Balances 3 topics
1 Non-Reactive Processes
- Mixing and Blending Operations
- Separation Processes
- Recycle and Bypass Streams
2 Material Balance Calculations
- Component Balances
- Overall Mass Balances
- Tie Components
- Inert Components
3 Process Yields and Efficiencies
- Theoretical vs. Actual Yields
- Conversion
- Selectivity
04 Reactive Systems 3 topics
1 Stoichiometry
- Chemical Equations and Balancing
- Limiting and Excess Reactants
- Stoichiometric Coefficients
- Molecular Weights and Moles
2 Extent of Reaction
- Conversion
- Fractional Conversion
- Yield and Selectivity
3 Material Balances with Chemical Reactions
- Single Reaction Systems
- Multiple Reaction Systems
- Series and Parallel Reactions
- Combustion Reactions
05 Multiple-Phase Systems 3 topics
1 Phase Equilibria Basics
- Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium
- Liquid-Liquid Equilibrium
- Solid-Liquid Equilibrium
2 Phase Diagrams
- Binary Systems
- Ternary Systems
- Multicomponent Systems
3 Material Balances in Multiphase Systems
- Distillation
- Extraction
- Leaching
- Crystallization
06 Recycle, Bypass, and Purge 4 topics
1 Recycle Operations
- Principles and Purposes
- Recycle Ratio
- Recycle Calculations
2 Bypass Operations
- Applications
- Bypass Ratio
- Bypass Calculations
3 Purge Operations
- Necessity for Purge
- Purge Ratio
- Purge Calculations
4 Combined Systems
- Recycle with Purge
- Recycle with Bypass
- Complex Process Flowsheets
07 Energy Concepts and Balances 3 topics
1 Energy Forms and Transformations
- Internal Energy
- Enthalpy
- Work
- Heat
2 First Law of Thermodynamics
- Conservation of Energy
- Energy Balance Equations
- Closed vs. Open Systems
3 Reference States
- Standard States
- Reference Temperatures
- Heat of Formation
08 Energy Balances without Reaction 3 topics
1 Sensible Heat Changes
- Specific Heat Capacity
- Mean Heat Capacity
- Temperature Dependence
2 Phase Changes
- Latent Heat
- Vaporization/Condensation
- Fusion/Solidification
- Sublimation
3 Combined Energy Balances
- Heating/Cooling Processes
- Phase Change Processes
- Mixing Processes
09 Energy Balances with Reaction 3 topics
1 Heats of Reaction
- Standard Heat of Reaction
- Heat of Formation
- Heat of Combustion
2 Temperature Dependence
- Kirchhoff's Equation
- Heat Capacity Effects
- Adiabatic Reaction Temperature
3 Energy Balances in Reactive Systems
- Batch Reactors
- Continuous Reactors
- Multiple Reactions
- Combustion Processes
10 Humidity and Saturation 3 topics
1 Psychrometric Properties
- Humidity
- Relative Humidity
- Dew Point
- Wet Bulb Temperature
2 Psychrometric Charts
- Construction and Reading
- Process Paths
- Operating Lines
3 Humidification and Dehumidification Processes
- Air Conditioning
- Drying Operations
- Cooling Towers
11 Computer-Aided Calculations 3 topics
1 Process Simulation Software
- Introduction to Aspen Plus, HYSYS, and PRO/II
- Flowsheet Development
- Property Packages
2 Equation-Solving Methods
- Linear Equation Systems
- Nonlinear Equation Systems
- Iterative Techniques
3 Optimization Techniques
- Objective Functions
- Constraints
- Sensitivity Analysis
12 Applications to Industrial Processes 4 topics
1 Petroleum Refining
- Crude Distillation
- Catalytic Cracking
- Reforming
2 Chemical Manufacturing
- Ammonia Production
- Sulfuric Acid Manufacture
- Polymer Production
3 Biochemical Processes
- Fermentation
- Biofuel Production
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
4 Environmental Applications
- Wastewater Treatment
- Air Pollution Control
- Carbon Capture
13 Unsteady-State Material and Energy Balances 3 topics
1 Transient Processes
- Filling and Emptying Operations
- Startup and Shutdown
- Batch Processing
2 Differential Balances
- Accumulation Terms
- Rate Equations
- Residence Time Distributions
3 Numerical Solutions
- Finite Difference Methods
- Euler's Method
- Runge-Kutta Methods
14 Case Studies and Problem Solving 3 topics
1 Comprehensive Process Analysis
- Integrated Material and Energy Balances
- Economic Considerations
- Process Optimization
2 Sustainability Considerations
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Carbon Footprint
- Process Intensification
3 Troubleshooting Methodology
- Process Data Reconciliation
- Error Analysis
- Sensitivity Analysis
15 Appendices 4 topics
1 Physical Property Data
- Thermodynamic Properties
- Transport Properties
- Equilibrium Data
2 Mathematical Tools
- Numerical Methods
- Matrix Operations
- Statistical Analysis
3 Conversion Factors and Constants
- SI Units
- English Units
- Conversion Tables
4 Steam Tables and Psychrometric Charts
- Saturated Steam Tables
- Superheated Steam Tables
- Psychrometric Charts
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