Covers fundamental concepts of mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, and fluid flow in chemical systems.
About this course
PROC 1380 Chemical Process Principles introduces the core scientific and mathematical tools used in process engineering. You will learn to track how matter and energy move through chemical systems, using mass and energy balances as your primary framework. The course also covers the basics of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics as they apply to real industrial equipment.
Expect a mix of lectures, laboratory work, and problem-solving sessions. You will practice calculating pressure drops in piping, analyzing energy changes in reactors, and interpreting process flow diagrams. These skills form the foundation for more advanced engineering technology courses.
Who takes this course
This course is a required component of the Chemical Process Technology program.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Apply mass and energy balance calculations to steady-state and dynamic chemical processes.
- Analyze thermodynamic properties and energy changes in industrial chemical systems.
- Calculate fluid flow rates and pressure drops in piping and process equipment.
- Interpret process diagrams and identify key control variables in chemical plants.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm Examination | 30 |
| Laboratory Reports | 25 |
| Problem Sets | 25 |
| Final Examination | 20 |