Thermodynamic analysis of processes. Principles of statistical mechanics. Solution of linear and nonlinear equations. Numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations and optimization. Use of word processors and graphing software.
Applications are to design oriented problems.
Lecture and laboratory 3. Laboratory experiments in Unit Operations, report writing, safety, engineering ethics, and career guidance. Experiments on mass transfer and separations processes. Evaluation of performance of laboratory prototypes of industrial unit operations. Oral and written presentations are emphasized.