This course is the logical continuation of 10.409. The principles of technical and economic evaluation are applied to specific chemical engineering problems. A group of students is given a statement of the problem. They are required to find information on raw materials, products, thermodynamic parameters and plant practices in order to develop the assumptions required to carry out an examination of technical and economic feasibility. Each group generates a final report for each problem.
Homework is assigned to assist the student in the specifics of the problems.
This course is the capstone course for the chemical engineering program. Its function, to both student and faculty, is to provide an assessment tool for the knowledge gained during the student s experience at Lowell. For the student, it is a window on the future of a chemical engineer in the industry. Material and energy balances and the ability to work in different unit systems. Fluid flow calculations for non-compressible and compressible fluids including fluid friction losses, pressure drops and pump characteristics.