Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering Fundamentals

Struggling to connect chemical kinetics with biological reactor design? This text-based course breaks down complex reaction engineering principles into clear, digestible concepts. You will transition from basic thermodynamic definitions to confidently analyzing both chemical and biological systems. What you'll learn: Understand core reaction kinetics and rate laws for chemical and biological systems; Apply mass and energy balances to design batch, plug flow, and continuous stirred-tank reactors; Analyze enzymatic reactions using Michaelis-Menten kinetics and modern inhibition models; Evaluate transport limitations and their impact on overall reaction rates; Solve complex reactor design problems using systematic, step-by-step methodologies. This course starts with foundational definitions of reaction rates and stoichiometry before guiding you through advanced reactor sizing and biochemical pathway analysis. Designed specifically for beginners in chemical and biological engineering, this course requires only basic chemistry and calculus. Start building your engineering problem-solving foundation today.