Foundations of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics is the cornerstone of chemical engineering, governing everything from industrial reactor design to separation processes. Understanding how energy changes form and how mixtures behave is essential for designing safe, efficient, and sustainable chemical systems. This course guides you from the absolute basics of thermodynamic laws to the complex calculations of phase and chemical reaction equilibria. By working through this comprehensive text-only program, you will gain the analytical skills needed to predict physical properties, analyze power cycles, and solve practical engineering problems. You will explore how these classical concepts apply to modern chemical processes, including energy transition technologies and environmental systems. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental laws of thermodynamics and apply them to open and closed systems - Calculate the thermodynamic properties of pure fluids and real mixtures using modern equations of state - Analyze phase equilibria, including vapor-liquid behavior, for separation process design - Evaluate chemical reaction equilibria to determine conversion rates and equilibrium compositions - Apply thermodynamic principles to modern energy systems and sustainability challenges - Practice solving industrial engineering problems through structured written exercises The course begins with foundational definitions, core terminology, and the laws of conservation before moving systematically into volumetric properties, mixtures, phase behavior, and reaction equilibrium. This logical flow ensures you build a strong conceptual framework before tackling complex thermodynamic calculations. This course is designed for engineering students, chemistry professionals, and beginners looking for a solid grounding in thermodynamics, with no advanced prerequisites required. Start reading today to master the energy principles that drive the chemical industry.