Distillation Column Design - Basic to Advanced
Why Do You Enroll?
Mastering "Distillation Column Design - Basic to Advanced" accelerates career advancement in the chemical and process industries. Professionals can transition into senior roles like Process Engineer or Operations Manager, or enhance their career prospects in research, design, and optimization. Expertise in distillation column design boosts job prospects, earning potential, and leadership opportunities.
...Key Topics Covered
Introduction to Distillation
Fundamentals of distillation
Importance and applications in industry
Basic concepts and terminology
Thermodynamics of Distillation
Vapor-liquid equilibrium
Raoult's and Dalton's laws
Phase diagrams and azeotropes
Distillation Column Types and Components
Types of distillation columns (packed, tray, and hybrid columns)
Column internals (trays, packing, distributors, etc.)
Column instrumentation and controls
Design Principles and Methods
Design of tray and packed columns
Column sizing and capacity
Determining reflux ratio and number of stages
McCabe-Thiele and Ponchon-Savarit methods
Column Hydraulics and Troubleshooting
Hydraulic design and pressure drop calculations
Common operational problems and solutions
Debottlenecking and optimization
Advanced Distillation Techniques
Multicomponent distillation
Azeotropic and extractive distillation
Reactive distillation
Batch distillation
Energy Integration and Optimization
Heat integration techniques
Minimizing energy consumption
Use of heat exchangers and reboilers
Simulation and Modeling
Introduction to process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD)
Building and analyzing distillation models
Case studies and practical applications
Economic Evaluation and Cost Analysis
Cost estimation and economic feasibility
Capital and operating costs
ROI and payback period analysis
Case Studies and Real-World Applications
Detailed analysis of industrial distillation processes
Lessons learned from real-world projects
Emerging trends and future directions in distillation technology
Course Details
To provide a comprehensive understanding of distillation column design, covering fundamental principles to advanced concepts, enabling participants to design, analyze, and optimize distillation processes effectively.
Explore the principles of distillation, key design parameters, column internals, operational strategies, and advanced techniques in distillation column design. Gain practical insights through case studies and real-world applications.
...Course Content
1. Distillation Class 1
Distillation Class 1
2. Distillation Class 2
Distillation Class 2
3. Distillation Class 3
Distillation Class 3