Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing

By Bruce A. Finlayson

Book Overview

An innovative introduction to chemical engineering computing As chemical engineering technology advances, so does the complexity of the problems that arise. The problemsthat chemical engineers and chemical engineering students face today can no longer be answered with programs written on a case-by-case basis. Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing teaches professionalsand students the kinds of problems they will have to solve, the types of computer programs needed to solve these problems, and how to ensure that the problems have been solved correctly. Each chapter in Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing contains a description of the physicalproblem in general terms and in a mathematical context, thorough step-by-step instructions, numerous examples, and comprehensive explanations for each problem and program. This indispensable text features Excel, MATLAB(r), Aspen PlusTM, and FEMLAB programs and acquaints readers with the advantages of each. Perfect for students and professionals, Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing gives readers the professional tools they need to solve real-world problems involving: * Equations of state * Vapor-liquid and chemical reaction equilibria * Mass balances with recycle streams * Mass transfer equipment * Process simulation * Chemical reactors * Transfer processes in 1D * Fluid flow in 2D and 3D * Convective diffusion equations in 2D and 3D

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471740624
• ISBN13: 9780471740629
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.9" x 0.7" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing

The book covers the various computational tools required by students and chemical engineers and gives a broad spectrum of chemical engineering subjects with the exception of process control. It would be nice to see more examples with Excel spreadsheet and Matlab in the revised edition. As an introductory text in Chemical engineering computing, I think FEMLAB should be excluded, and perhaps more emphasis on HYSYS or ASPEN process simulator. In all, Professor Finlayson has done a remarkable job in introducing his lectures at the University of Washington to the readers. A. Kayode Coker