KMM 312E - Chemical Reaction Eng I

Course Objectives

1. To train students to analyze and design chemical reactors and reactor combinations.
2. To train students to collect and analyze reaction rate data to derive rate expressions.
3. To provide practice with computer software that can be used in the solution of reaction engineering problems involving differential equations, simulation and data regression analysis.
4. To provide practice at developing critical thinking skills and solving open-ended problems.

Course Description

Fundamentals of Chemical Reaction Engineering: Material Balances, Stoichiometry and Kinetics. Design of Ideal Flow, Batch and Semi-batch Reactors. Pressure Drop Effects. Collection and Analysis of Rate Data. Multiple Reactions. Heat Effects and Nonisothermal Reactor Design.