Chemical Engineering Design: Heat Exchanger Classification and Selection

Selecting the right heat transfer equipment is critical to the efficiency, safety, and economic viability of any chemical process. This course provides a clear, structured pathway to understanding how heat exchangers are classified, evaluated, and integrated into industrial systems. You will transition from basic thermodynamic concepts to confident decision-making for real-world chemical engineering projects. Through clear explanations and practical design scenarios, you will learn to analyze process requirements and match them with the optimal equipment configuration. The course emphasizes modern standards, environmental considerations, and energy efficiency patterns used in today's process industries. What you'll learn: - Understand the core thermodynamic principles and heat transfer mechanisms in industrial equipment - Classify various heat exchanger types including shell-and-tube, plate, and double-pipe systems - Evaluate fluid properties and flow arrangements to select the most efficient design - Apply industry-standard design criteria to prevent fouling and pressure drop issues - Analyze thermal performance using modern calculation methods for heat transfer coefficients - Integrate sustainable energy recovery practices into chemical process flows The course begins with foundational terminology, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer equations before guiding you through detailed classification frameworks and practical selection methodologies. Each section is designed to build your engineering intuition through written analysis and step-by-step design exercises. This course is designed for engineering students, junior chemical engineers, and technical professionals who want a solid foundation in heat transfer equipment design. No advanced background in industrial design is required. Start reading today to master the essentials of heat exchanger selection and design.