4 ECTS credits
110 u studietijd
Aanbieding 1 met studiegidsnummer 4017208ENR voor alle studenten in het 1e semester met een verdiepend master niveau.
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-Basics on deconvolution of cyclic networks, and methods of convergence acceleration.
-Optimisation methods used in the chemical industry (linear programming)
-Use of Comsol software and mathematical techniques for CFD calculations.
-Solving practical problems with Aspen (VUB) and Comsol (ULB).
Language is English.
Course is common with the ULB students.
Process simulators, Aspen + and optimisation: VUB
CFD and Comsol: ULB
Course notes are provided. The following can be used as supporting informating:
1. Decomposition of Nets, Chem. Eng. J. 3, 1972.
2. N. R. Amundson, Math. Meth. in Chem. Eng., Prentice Hall, 1966.
3. Seider, Seader and Lewin, Process Design Principles, J. Wiley, 1999
4. Edgar, Himmelblau and Lasdon, Optimization of chemical processes, Mc. Graw Hill, 2001
This course is part of the profile ‘Process technology’ of the Master of Applied Sciences and Engineering: Chemistry and Materials. The following learning goals and competences are aimed for:
A first part is related to knowledge of chemical process simulators, especially ‘Aspen +’.
A second part covers the techniques of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), use of Comsol.
Besides this, a practical knowledge of optimisation methods and convergence acceleration has to be obtained.
The following competences are aimed for:
The student should be able to apply knowledge obtained during courses of unit operations, heat and fluid sciences, reaction engineering on a practical industrial production process.
Use of ‘Aspen+’ for the modelling of an existing production process (at VUB).
Use of Fluent for the detailed calculation of convection in reactors (at ULB)
Students should be able to communicate in English (written and oral) and to work in a team.
This course contributes to reaching the following learning objectives.
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
MA_2 integrated structural design methods in the framework of a global design strategy
MA_3 the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
MA_17 an integrated insight in chemical process and materials' technology
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering can
MA_4 reformulate complex engineering problems in order to solve them (simplifying assumptions, reducing complexity)
MA_8 collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
MA_9 work in an industrial environment with attention to safety, quality assurance, communication and reporting
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has
MA_12 a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
MA_15 the flexibility and adaptability to work in an international and/or intercultural context
De beoordeling bestaat uit volgende opdrachtcategorieën:
Examen Schriftelijk bepaalt 20% van het eindcijfer
WPO Praktijkopdracht bepaalt 80% van het eindcijfer
Binnen de categorie Examen Schriftelijk dient men volgende opdrachten af te werken:
Binnen de categorie WPO Praktijkopdracht dient men volgende opdrachten af te werken:
- Test during the classes or homework on (I) optimisation and (II) network deconvolution: (20%)
- Aspen modelling part comprising (I) small individual test during classes and (II) project work in group: (40%)
Permanent evaluation during project work. A written report is required for the project work.
- CFD modelling part: (40%)
Permanent evaluation during project work. A written report is required for the project work.
A global mark, composed of 3 parts will be given.
Deze aanbieding maakt deel uit van de volgende studieplannen:
Master in de ingenieurswetenschappen: chemie en materialen: profiel procestechnologie
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: Profile Process Technology (enkel aangeboden in het Engels)