ECTS - Optimization of Chemical Reactors

Optimization of Chemical Reactors (CEAC574) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Optimization of Chemical Reactors CEAC574 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
CEAC 304
Course Language English
Course Type N/A
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Problem Solving.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nesrin E. Machin
Course Assistants
Course Objectives This is an introductory course to chemical reactor optimization. Variety of problems in design, operation and analysis of chemical reactors will be optimized to achieve the desired performance.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • • Students are expected to develop objective functions
  • • Define the optimization variables
  • • Analyze different type of reactors and operation conditions for best performance
  • • Use of a Chemical Engineering Simulation program (ASPEN ONE) in optimization problems
  • • Improve report writing and presentation skill.
Course Content Obtaining the objective function. Determination of optimization parameters. Optimization of series, parallel and complex reactions. Optimum temperature progress. Endothermic and exothermic reactions. Economics considerations in optimum reactor design.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Objective function Relevant Chapters
2 Objective function Relevant Chapters
3 Determination of optimization variables Relevant Chapters
4 Determination of optimization variables Relevant Chapters
5 Optimization of series, parallel and complex reactions Relevant Chapters
6 Optimization of series, parallel and complex reactions Relevant Chapters
7 Seminar 1
8 Endothermic and exothermic reactions Relevant Chapters
9 Endothermic and exothermic reactions Relevant Chapters
10 Adiabatic operations Relevant Chapters
11 Adiabatic operations Relevant Chapters
12 Adiabatic operations Relevant Chapters
13 Seminar 2
14 Economic factors in optimum reactor design. Ref 3, journal articles
15 Economic factors in optimum reactor design. Ref 3, journal articles
16 Final Exam

Sources

Course Book 1. Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, H. S. Fogler, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall, 1999.
2. Chemical Reactor Analysis and Design, G. F. Froment and K.B. Bischoff, 2nd Ed., Wiley&Sons.
3. Chemical Reactor Design Optimization and Scale-up, E.B. Nauman, 2nd Ed., Wiley, 2008

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 2 40
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar 3 20
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury - -
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 6 100
Percentage of Semester Work 60
Percentage of Final Work 40
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to chemical engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems.
2 The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in chemical engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively.
5 The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines.
6 The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both in writing and in writing; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make presentations, to give clear and understandable instructions.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously.
9 Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in chemical engineering applications.
10 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
11 Knowledge of the global and social effects of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 3 16 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 1 16
Presentation/Seminar Prepration 2 8 16
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 5 5 25
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 20 20
Total Workload 125