Chemical Reaction Engineering: Principles and Problem Solving

Understanding how chemical reactions proceed and how to design efficient reactors is fundamental for many engineering disciplines. This course provides a clear, step-by-step introduction to the core principles of chemical and biological reaction engineering. By the end of this course, you will possess the foundational knowledge to analyze reaction kinetics, understand different reactor types, and confidently approach problem-solving in this critical field, enabling you to design and optimize chemical processes. What you'll learn: Understand fundamental principles of chemical reaction kinetics and mechanisms. Analyze ideal reactor types, including batch, CSTR, and PFR, and their performance. Apply mass and energy balances to derive design equations for various reactors. Design and size chemical reactors to meet specified conversion and production targets. Evaluate the influence of temperature, pressure, and catalysts on reaction rates and equilibrium. Practice systematic problem-solving techniques for complex reaction engineering scenarios. Explore basic concepts of biological reaction kinetics and their application in bioreactor design. The course begins with foundational concepts in reaction kinetics and stoichiometry, progressing to ideal reactor analysis and design. You will then learn to apply these principles to practical problems, including considerations for biological systems. This course is designed for absolute beginners in chemical engineering, chemistry, or related fields with no prior experience in reaction engineering. Start building your expertise in chemical and biological reaction engineering today.