Chemical Reaction Engineering II: Kinetics and Reactor Design

Moving beyond simple isothermal single-reaction systems is crucial for designing real-world chemical reactors. This course provides a clear, step-by-step path to understanding complex reaction systems, heat effects, and catalytic processes. You will transition from basic reaction concepts to analyzing non-isothermal reactors, multiple reaction pathways, and heterogeneous catalytic systems, gaining the foundational skills needed for advanced chemical engineering analysis. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamentals of non-isothermal reactor design and energy balances - Analyze multiple reaction networks, including parallel and series reactions, to maximize yield and selectivity - Learn the principles of heterogeneous catalysis, transport limitations, and catalyst deactivation - Calculate temperature and pressure profiles in non-isothermal batch, plug flow, and continuous stirred-tank reactors - Explore modern computational approaches to modeling complex reaction kinetics and sustainable reactor design - Practice solving practical reaction engineering problems through structured, text-based exercises The course begins with foundational definitions of energy balances and heat effects, then moves systematically through multiple reactions, catalytic systems, and modern modeling concepts. You will read detailed written explanations, follow step-by-step derivations, and work through practical engineering scenarios. Designed for engineering students, professionals, and exam candidates who have a basic understanding of introductory chemical kinetics and want to master complex reactor design. No advanced software or prior laboratory experience is required. Start reading today to elevate your chemical engineering expertise and master the complexities of reactor design.