13831 - Process Simulation in Chemical and Process Engineering Modulübersicht

Module Number: 13831
Module Title:Process Simulation in Chemical and Process Engineering
  Prozesssimulation in der Chemie- und Verfahrenstechnik
Department: Faculty 3 - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr.-Ing. Arellano-Garcia, Harvey
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: Every winter semester
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:After completing the module, students will be able to analyse physical and chemical phenomena involved in different processes, develop mathematical models and use different process simulation approaches using ASPEN PLUS.
Contents:
  • Fundamentals: Continuity equations, energy conservation, momentum conservation and state equations; Transport properties; Equilibrium and chemical kinetics; Thermodynamic correlations for estimating physical properties.
  • Use and scope of mathematical modelling; principles of model formulation; principles of steady-state and dynamic simulation; simulation of models; sequential modular approach; Equation-based approach; analysis of simulation data.
  • Introduction and use of process simulation software for flowchart simulation
  • Modelling and simulation of specific systems: e.g., heat conduction in a rod; laminar flow of Newtonian fluid in a pipe; heat exchanger; gravity tank, Power Engineering
Recommended Prerequisites:Physics, Mathematics, Thermodynamics
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Lecture / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Practical training / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:
  • Handouts and reading list
  • Manual and tutorial of the modelling programs
Module Examination:Final Module Examination (MAP)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  • Written examination (90 min)
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • Master (research-oriented) / Environmental and Resource Management / PO 2011
  • Master (research-oriented) / Environmental and Resource Management / PO 2021
  • Master (research-oriented) - Double Degree / Environmental and Resource Management / PO 2021
  • Master (research-oriented) / Umweltingenieurwesen / PO 2021
Remarks:None
Module Components:None
Components to be offered in the Current Semester:
  • no assignment