Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering in MATLAB

Chemical engineering systems often rely on complex mathematical models that cannot be solved by hand. Understanding how to translate physical reactor dynamics into working numerical simulations is a critical skill for modern process and design engineers. This course provides a clear, step-by-step pathway to modeling chemical reactors by combining fundamental engineering principles with numerical computing techniques. You will learn how to set up and solve the governing equations for key chemical systems from scratch. What you'll learn: Understand the foundational mass and energy balance equations for chemical reactors; Model dynamic concentration and temperature profiles within a Continuous Stirred-Tank Reactor (CSTR); Configure simulations for both overflow CSTR mode and closed batch reactor systems; Apply numerical integration techniques in MATLAB to solve systems of ordinary differential equations; Practice structured programming workflows to write clean, reusable, and readable simulation code; Analyze how changing flow rates, volume, and reaction kinetics impact steady-state and transient behavior. The course starts with essential terminology and the core mathematical theories of reactor dynamics before guiding you through the step-by-step construction of MATLAB simulation scripts. This course is designed for engineering students, researchers, and transitioning professionals who are new to numerical modeling and want a practical, code-first introduction without complex prerequisites. Start building your chemical engineering simulation skills today.