Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering with MATLAB

Chemical and biological reaction engineering lies at the heart of producing everything from clean energy to life-saving pharmaceuticals. Understanding how to model these complex systems mathematically is an essential skill for modern engineers. This written course guides you through the fundamental principles of kinetics, reactor design, and biochemical pathways, using MATLAB as a powerful tool to solve realistic engineering problems. By working through this comprehensive text, you will transition from understanding basic chemical equations to simulating complex, multi-reaction biological systems. You will learn how to set up governing differential equations, model temperature and concentration profiles, and analyze reactor performance under various operating conditions. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational principles of chemical kinetics, reaction rates, and stoichiometry - Design and analyze ideal reactor types including batch, CSTR, and plug flow reactors - Model biochemical systems, enzyme kinetics, and microbial growth rates - Apply MATLAB numerical methods to solve systems of ordinary differential equations for reactors - Analyze non-isothermal reactor behavior and thermal runaway scenarios - Evaluate modern reactor engineering challenges, including transport limitations and catalyst deactivation This course begins with essential terminology, governing equations, and foundational thermodynamic concepts. You will then progress through structured written explanations and step-by-step MATLAB code walkthroughs that demonstrate how to simulate and optimize real-world chemical and biological processes. This course is designed for engineering students, researchers, and transitioning professionals who want a clear, beginner-friendly introduction to reaction engineering. No prior experience with reactor design or advanced MATLAB programming is required. Start reading today to master the mathematical modeling of chemical and biological reactors.