Process Design of Equipments

This course provides a practical understanding of the process design of major heat-transfer and cooling equipment used in process and chemical industries. It covers the fundamental principles and design considerations of heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling towers. Participants will learn how to understand process requirements, operating conditions, heat duties, temperature profiles, and fluid properties required for equipment design. The course explains heat-transfer mechanisms and the selection of suitable equipment configurations for different applications. It introduces thermal design concepts, area estimation, heat-transfer coefficients, pressure-drop considerations, and basic sizing approaches. Participants will understand the process design aspects of shell-and-tube heat exchangers and their common configurations. The course also covers condenser design principles, condensation processes, cooling-medium selection, and performance considerations. Cooling tower design includes heat and mass transfer concepts, water circulation, approach temperature, and cooling capacity. Practical design considerations, equipment specifications, operating limitations, and common design challenges are also discussed. By the end of the course, participants will have a clear understanding of how process requirements are translated into preliminary design parameters and equipment specifications.