CX4111 Computational Programming Laboratory for Chemical Engineers Syllabus:
CX4111 Computational Programming Laboratory for Chemical Engineers Syllabus – Anna University PG Syllabus Regulation 2021
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
To give the students an understanding the fundamentals concepts in mathematics
To make understanding the chemical engineering problems solving using MATLAB
To make understanding the students to design using computer programming
SUGGESTED EXERCISES
1. Equations of state using Newton‘s method
2. Regression for parameter estimation using a set of data points
3. Equilibrium flash distillation(Multicomponent Ideal)
4. Batch Reactor
5. CSTR in Series Stagewise contacting equipment
6. Solving a simple flow sheet by simultaneous approach
7. Simulation of batch Distillation (binary ideal).
8. Gravity Flow Tank
9. Heat Exchanger
10. Plug Flow Reactor
11. Absorber
Specific examples in ASPEN/HYSYS/MATLAB/EXCEL
1. Solving equation of state, regression of parameters using EXCEL/MATLAB
2. CalculationofReynoldsnumber,frictionfactorandpressuredropusingEXCEL/MATLAB
3. Calculation of heat transfer coefficient in a Heat Exchanger using EXCEL/MATLAB
4. Calculation of minimum Reflux ratio for binary/tertiary system in a fractionators using
EXCEL/ MATLAB
1. Calculation of HTU and NTU in a Absorber using EXCEL/MATLAB
2. Calculation of Antoine‘s coefficient using EXCEL/MATLAB
3. EstimationofsettlingvelocityofsolidsinliquidsusingStoke‘slawusingEXCEL/MATLAB
4. CalculationofminimumnumberofstagesinadistillationcolumnusingEXCEL/MATLAB
5. Solving mass and energy balance problems using EXCEL/MATLAB
6. Calculation of Power in Reciprocating compressor using EXCEL/MATLAB
7. Steady state simulation of Heat Exchanger using ASPENPLUS/ HYSYS
8. Steady state simulation of a CSTR using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
9. Steady state simulation of Flash vessel using ASPEN PLUS/HYSYS
10. Steady state simulation of Distillation Column using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
11. Steady state simulation of an Absorption column using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
12. Dynamic simulation of Heat Exchanger using ASPENPLUS/ HYSYS
13. Dynamic simulation of a CSTR using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
14. Dynamic simulation of Flash vessel using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
15. Dynamic simulation of Distillation Column using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
16. Dynamic simulation of an Absorption column using ASPENPLUS/HYSYS
17. Developing Heat and Mass balance diagram using ASPEN PLUS/ HYSYS
LIST OF EQUIPMENTS FOR A BATCH OF 18 STUDENTS:
Standalone desktops/server with respective simulation softwares 18 Nos.
Softwares
MATLAB Single user license
Open source office
Open source chemical engineering simulation software.
TOTAL: 60 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOMES:
The students will be able to
CO1: Explain the various software’s used in chemical engineering industries and its applications
CO2: Learn Microsoft excel for solving various chemical engineering problems
CO3: Learn about the role of MATLAB/ASPEN/HYSYS in various chemical industries and its applications
REFERENCES:
1. Bequette.B.W,―ProcessDynamics‖:Modelling,AnalysisandSimulation,‖PrenticeHall(1998)
2. Himmelblau.D.M.andBischoff.K.B,―ProcessAnalysisandSimulation‖,Wiley,1988.
3. Strang.G.,‖Introduction to Linear Algebra‖, Cambridge Press, 4th edition, 2009.
4. William. Luyben,―Process Modelling, simulation and control for Chemical Engineers,2nd Edn.,McGra w Hill International Editions, New York, 1990
5. Chapra.S.C. and Canale.R.P. ―Numerical Methods for Engineers ‖,McGraw Hill,2001