CHE 49500 Techniques of Chemical Engineering Design

Cost estimation and profitability analysis. Douglas' hierarchical decision approach to conceptual design. Economic evaluation of process alternatives. Flowsheet simulation using ASPEN. Process operability analysis of the impact of control strategy, hazard and safety considerations, environmental constraints, and startup and operations on plant design.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CHE 22800, CHE 33000, CHE 34500, CHE 34600; pre- or coreq.: CHE 43200, CHE 47900.

Contact Hours

4 design hr./wk.