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This course provides a detailed introduction to numerical methods used in chemical engineering. The course includes an introduction to the theory of numerical methods, optimization theory, deterministic and stoichastic modeling, and empirical parameter estimation for chemical processes, as well as practical guidance on the implementation of these tools to a variety of problems.
This course provides a detailed introduction to modelling and numerical methods used in chemical engineering. The course includes an introduction to the theory of numerical methods as well as practical guidance on the implementation of these tools to a variety of problems. Python will be used as the programming language, but students are not expected to be familiar with it. Specific topics covered include:Python• programming basics for numerical simulationsNumerical methods for the simulation of chemical processes, • modelling non-linear systems• methods for solution of non-linear, poorly scaled, algebraic equations• solution of large systems of ODEs• modelling of distributed parameter systems• solution of partial differential equation systems using the method of linesOptimisation and parameter estimation • optimisation • optimisation for non-linear curve fitting• design and analysis of experiments using non-linear models• parameter uncertainty in linear models• modelling uncertainty in systems• optimisation of dynamic systems, including parameter estimation
1. Be able to program in Python2. Develop and numerically solve models of chemical engineering processes.3. Identify and apply the numerical tools appropriate to a particular problem.4. Apply optimisation and parameter estimation to steady state and dynamic problems in chemical engineering.
ENCH391 Process Systems and Control
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Ken Morison
Alfred Herritsch and James Robinson
36 contact hours and completion of all assessments. If required there will be dedicated computer lab sessions.
Domestic fee $1,059.00
International fee $6,000.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
This course will not be offered if fewer than 10 people apply to enrol.
For further information see Chemical and Process Engineering .