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SCHOOL OF CIVIL AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

CURRICULUM

B. Tech Chemical Engineering

(2015 - 16 Batch onwards)

Breakup of Courses

Category-wise Breakup of Credits

Category

Number of Credits

Credit Distribution

(%) Engineering 108 60 Sciences 45 25 Humanities 18 10 Management 09 5 Total 180 100

Sl. No. Category Credits

1 University Core 70

2 University Elective 12

3 Program Core 62

4 Program Elective 36

Minimum credits required to qualify 180 Credits Offered 180

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University Core Courses

Course Title L T P J C Area Prerequisite

Soft Skill [6x1 credit each] 0 0 0 4 1 (6) Humanities Nil

Foreign Language (basket) 1 0 2 0 2 Humanities Nil

Communicative English 1 0 2 0 2 Humanities Nil

Problem Solving and Programming (CP1) 0 0 6 0 3 Engineering Nil

Problem Solving with Object Oriented Programming (CP2)

0 0 6 0 3 Engineering CP1

Calculus for Engineers (MAT1) 2 1 2 0 4 Science Entry Level Maths

Applied statistics (MAT2) 2 1 2 0 4 Science MAT I

Engineering Physics (PHY) 3 0 2 4 5 Science Entry Level Physics

Engineering Chemistry (CHY) 3 0 2 4 5 Science Entry Level Chemistry

Ethics and Values (EV) 1 0 0 4 2 Humanities Nil

Personality Development (Co/Extra-curricular Activity )

2 Management Nil

Lean Start-up Management 1 0 0 4 2 Management Nil

Introduction to innovative Projects (IIP) 1 0 0 4 2 Science Nil

Environmental Sciences 2 0 0 4 3 Science Nil

Tech Answers for Real world Problems (TARP)

0 0 0 12 3 Engineering IIP

Comprehensive Examination

2 Engineering Completion

of all courses

Capstone Project(1 Sem)

20 Engineering Completion

of 7 semesters

Total 70

University Elective: University Elective = 12 Credits.

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Program Core Courses (62 Credits):

No Course Title L T P J C Area Pre-req.

1 Engineering Drawing (ED) 1 0 4 0 3 Engineering Nil

2 Applications of Differential and Difference Equations (DDE) 3 1 0 0 4

Science MAT1

3 Complex Variables and Partial Differential Equations (CVPDE) 3 1 0 0 4

Science DDE

4 Materials Science and Strength of Materials (MSSM) 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

5 Process Calculations (PC) 3 1 0 0 4 Engineering Nil

6 Process Engineering Thermodynamics (PET) 2 1 0 4 4 Engineering Nil

7 Chemical Technology (CT) 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

8 Momentum Transfer (MOT) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering Nil

9 Mechanical Operations (MO) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering Nil

10 Heat Transfer (HT) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering DDE

11 Computational Methods in Process Engineering (CMPE)

2 0 2 44 Engineering CVPDE

12 Industrial Internship (II) 0 0 0 0 2 Engineering After 2 years

13 Chemical Reaction Engineering (CRE) 3 0 2 0 4 Engineering PET

14 Process Instrumentation and Control (PIC) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering CVPDE,

15 Mass Transfer (MT) 3 0 0 03 Engineering CVPDE,

MOT16 Equilibrium Staged Operations (ESO) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering MT

17 Process Equipment Design & Economics (PEDE) 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering HT

62

Program Electives (36 Credits to be earned): (23 + 8 + 3 + 2)

No Course Title L T P J C Category Pre-Req1 Materials and Instrumental Techniques (MIT) 3 0 2 0 4 Sciences Nil2 Unit Processes in Organic Synthesis (UPOS) 3 0 2 0 4 Sciences Nil

3 Humanities Elective (Basket of Courses) 3 Humanities

4 Management Elective (Basket of Courses) 2 Management

5 Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering (BEE) 2 0 2 0 3 Engineering Nil

6 Heterogeneous Reaction Engineering 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering CRE7 Biochemical Engineering 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering Nil

8 Transport Phenomena 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering HT, MT

9 Modeling and Simulation in Process Engineering 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering CMPE

10 Production and Operations Management 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

11 Renewable Energy Sources 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering Nil

12 Fuels and Combustion 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

13 Safety and Hazard Analysis 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering Nil

14 Process Plant Utilities 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

15 Chemical Product Design 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering CT

16 Chemical Process Integration 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering PED

17 Natural Gas Engineering 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

18 Petroleum Technology 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

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No Course Title L T P J C Category Pre-Req19 Petrochemical Technology 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

20 Process Plant Simulation 2 0 2 4 4 Engineering CVPDE

21 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2 1 2 0 4 Engineering CMPE, HT, MOT

22 Multiphase Flow 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering MOT, HT

23 Optimization of chemical processes 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering CVPDE

24 Fermentation Technology 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

25 Food Process Engineering 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering Nil

26 Industrial Pollution Engineering 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

27 Membrane Separations Technology 2 0 0 4 3 Engineering Nil

28 Fluidization Engineering 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

29 Polymer Technology 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

30 Fertilizer Technology 3 0 0 0 3 Engineering Nil

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MEE1044 MATERIALS SCIENCE AND STRENGTH OF MATERIALS L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0,0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Engineering Metallurgy Properties of materials: Mechanical, Physical & Chemical properties. Industrial Engineering Materials – Ferrous & Non Ferrous metals & alloys – Introduction to various heat treatment processes & Mechanical tests

5 2,6

2

Response of materials (Regular Geometry) Introduction to elasticity – Stress & Strain – Types of stresses & strain – Stress Strain curve and relationship – Hooke’s law – Modulus of Elasticity & Modulus of Rigidity. Deformation of a body due to force acting on it – Deformation of a body due to self–weight.

6 1,2

3 Response of materials (Irregular Geometry) Principle of Superposition – Stress & Strain analysis in bars of varying sections and bars of different section – Stresses in bars of uniformly tapering section.

4 1,2,5

4 Centre of Gravity Introduction to Centroid & Centre of Gravity – Methods of Centre of gravity for Simple figures – Centre gravity of plane figures by geometrical consideration

5 1,2,4

5 Centre of Gravity(real bodies) Centre of gravity by method of moments for symmetrical & unsymmetrical lamina – Centre of gravity for solids and cut sections

8 4,5,9

6

Moment of Inertia Concept of Moment of Inertia & Methods for Moment of Inertia – Moment of Inertia for Rectangular sections – Theory of Parallel axis – Moment of Inertia for Triangular, Circular and Semi Circular sections.

4 2,4,5

7

Transverse loading on Beams Introduction to Beams – Types of Loading – Shear force and Bending Moments – Sign conventions – SFD & BMD for Cantilever beams and Simply supported beams with point loads, UDL and UVL.

8 5,6,17

8

Thin and Thick Pressure vessels Introduction – Pressure vessels; Stresses in thin and thick cylindrical shell due to internal pressure – Circumferential and longitudinal stresses – Spherical shells subjected to internal pressure

5 6,17

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. Ashby, M. F., and D. R. H. Jones. Engineering Materials, An Introduction to their Properties and Applications. 2nd ed. Butterworth Heinemann, 2011

2. Stephen Timoshenko., Strength of Materials: Advanced theory and problems, 3rd Edition, CBS Publishers & Distributors, 2002

Reference Books

1. Beer, Johnston & Dewolf, “Mechanics Of Materials (in SI Units)”, Tata McGraw Hill Publications, 2004 2. J P Den Hartog, “Strength of Materials”, Dover Edition, McGraw Hill Edition, 2012. 3. N.M. Belayavev., Problems in Strength of Materials, Pergamon Press, 2013. 4. William A. Nash, Theory and Problems of Strength of Materials, Schaum’s Outline Series. McGraw Hill

International Editions, Second Edition, 2008 5. N.M. Belayavev., Problems in Strength of Materials, Pergamon Press, Third Edition, 1994

Complied by Prof. K. Rambabu

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX MOMENTUM TRANSFER L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L

Hrs SLO

1

Basic concepts of Momentum Transfer Introduction and Significance of Momentum Transfer in Chemical Engineering. Definition of fluid - Classification of fluids – Newtonian fluid – Characteristic properties of fluids – Non -Newtonian Fluids and their classification. Fluid statics: Pascal’s law and Hydrostatic law of equilibrium; Pressure and its measurement: Manometers

4 1, 2,6,9

2 Dimensional Analysis Dimensional homogeneity – Raleigh and Buckingham π theorems – Non-dimensional numbers

2 1,2,5

3

Concepts of Fluid Flow Phenomena Fluid flow – Basic equations governing fluid flow – types of fluid flow. Equation of Continuity and its application, Equation of motion – Derivation of Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s equation and its application in fluid flow, Significance of Navier -Stoke’s equation - Concept of Turbulence

5 1,2, 9

4

Fluid Flow in conduit and immersed bodies Flow of fluids in Laminar regime – Velocity Profile, Shear Stress Distribution – Hagen–Poiseuille equation - Concept of average velocity – Concept of Kinetic energy correction factor Flow of fluids through non-circular conduits – Concept of hydraulic radius, Flow of non-Newtonian fluids – Shear Stress and Velocity distribution Flow of fluids through pipes and tubes - classification of pipes: Concept of Schedule Number - Concept of Fluid friction – Skin friction – Form friction – Factors affecting friction – Friction factor – Application of Moody’s diagram.

5 1,2,5,9

5

Fluid flow through packed and fluidized bed Flow past immersed bodies – Significance of form friction - Concept of Drag, Drag Coefficients and Particle Reynolds number - Drag Coefficient Vs. Particle Reynolds number curves for regular and irregular shaped solid particles.

3 1, 2,6,9

6

Fluid flow through packed and fluidized bed Flow of fluids through packed beds – Packing and types of packing -Pressure drop across packed beds –Kozeny Carman equation – Ergun’s equation - Loading and Flooding Packed Beds. Concept of Fluidization – Condition for Solid particles to be in a suspended condition in a flowing fluid – minimum fluidization velocity

3 1,2,9,11

7

Transportation of Fluids Transportation Components -Pipe, Fittings and Valves, Types of Fittings, valves -Stuffing Boxes, Mechanical Seals – Estimation of head loss from fittings and valves, Concept of minor losses- types of minor losses Fluid Moving Machinery: Pumps – Classification and working of Centrifugal Pumps and Positive Displacement Pumps Basic Principles of Centrifugal Pumps – Pump Characteristics – Concept of Specific Speed, Net Positive Suction Head - Factors influencing selection of pump.

5 1, 2, 9,10

8 Flow Measurement of Fluids Importance of metering – Classification flow measuring devices – Principle and working of Orificemeter, Venturimeter, Pitot tube, Variable area meters

3 1, 2,6

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with multimedia tools, Visit to industry Laboratory

# Pipe Friction # Orifice Meter # Venturi meter # Centrifugal Pump # Flow through non circular pipe # Fluidized Bed # Packed Bed # Rectangular notch # Reynolds experiment # Pitot tube

30 1, 7, 14

Tutorial: A minimum of 5 problems to be worked out by students in every Tutorial Class. Another 5 problems per Tutorial Class to be given as home work.

1, 2, 7,

9,11,13,18

Mode: Individual Exercises, Team Exercises, Online Quizzes, Online Discussion Forums

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Text Books 1. Mc Cabe, Smith and Harriott, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, McGraw Hill, New York, 2005.

Reference Books 1. Coulson and Richardson, Chemical Engineering, Vol. I, Butterworth- Heinemann Publications, New York. 2. Dr. R. K. Bansal, (2012), Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, Laxmi Publication (P) Ltd., New Delhi. 3. V.L. Streeter, (2010), Fluid Mechanics, McGraw Hill Book Company.

Complied by Prof. D. Chitra

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX MECHANICAL OPERATIONS L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Introduction to Particulate Solids Particle Shape, Size, Mixed Particle Sizes and Size Analysis – Cumulative and Differential Analysis –Various Mean Diameters – Screen Analysis Standard Screens – Various Industrial Screens.

3 1, 2

2 Particle Separation Introduction to Particle Separation – Electrostatic Precipitation and Magnetic Separation - Storage of Solids.

2 1,2,17,18

3

Size Reduction Size Reduction – Principles of Comminution - Energy and Power Requirements in Comminution -Mechanical Efficiency-Laws of Crushing-Size Reduction Equipments – Crushers- Grinders-Cutting Machines – Open and Closed Circuit Operation

5 1,2,4,5,17

4 Particulate Solids Flow Motion of a Particle through a Fluid – Terminal Velocity–Free and Hindered Settling. Classification–Cyclone Separator-

3 2,18

5

Hydro-Mechanical Separations Wet Scrubber Sedimentation: Gravity Sedimentation – Mechanism – Continuous Sedimentation – Thickener – Classifier – Settling Area – Centrifugal Sedimentation – Centrifuges.

4 5,9,

6

Filtration Filtration Equipment – Sand Filters – Filter Presses – Leaf Filter - Rotary Continuous Filters – Filter Media – Filter Aids – Principles of Cake Filtration – Specific Cake Resistance - Filter Medium Resistance. Constant Pressure Filtration– Principles of Centrifugal Filtration.

6 1,5,6, 9

7

Agitation Principles of Agitation – Agitation vessel –Impellers – Flow Pattern in Agitated Vessel - Power Consumption in Agitated vessel- Calculation of power consumption in agitation vessel.

5 1,5,9

8 Guest lecture , Industrial visit 2 3, 11,13,

Total Lecture Hours 30

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. Mc Cabe, Smith and Harriott, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, McGraw Hill, New York, 2002. Reference Books

1. C. L. Narayanan & Bhattacharya Mechanical Operation for chemical Engineering, Khanna Publishers, 2003. 2. JM Coulson & JF Richardson, Chemical Engineering, Volume 2 (Particle Technology & Separation

Processes), Butterworth – Heinemann Publishing Ltd., 4th Edition, 1996 3. Christie J Geankoplis, Transport Processes and Unit Operations, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall of India Private

Ltd., 2001 4. Alan S Foust et.al Principles of Unit Operations, 2nd Edition, John Wiley & Sons,1994 5. Walter L Badger & Julius T Banchero, Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing

Company Ltd., 1997 6. Perry’s Chemical Engineering Hand Book, 7th Edition, Mc Graw Hill, 2003

Complied by Prof. Mahesh Ganesa Pillai

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX HEAT TRANSFER L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: MAT2002 Applications of Difference and Differential Equations 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Conduction Basic concepts – conduction - convection and radiation – Laws – General equation of heat conduction – Heat transfer composite walls - composite cylinders and composite spheres – Critical thickness of insulation

5 1,2

2

Extended Surfaces and Unsteady state conduction Extended surfaces – types and applications of fins – Fin efficiency and effectiveness – Fin performance. Unsteady state heat conduction – Lumped parameter system

4 2,5

3

Convection (without phase change) Laminar flow over a flat plate – Turbulent flow over a flat plate – Flow over cylinders – Internal flow through pipes – annular spaces –Natural convection in vertical - inclined and horizontal surfaces

4 2,4,9

4

Convection (with phase change) Condensation and Boiling – Filmwise and dropwise condensation – Film condensation on a vertical plate – Boiling – Nucleate boiling and film boiling correlations.

4 2,4,6

5

Radiation Radiation heat transfer – Thermal radiation – Laws of radiation – Black body concept – Emissive power – Radiation shape factor – Gray bodies – Radiation shields

4 2,4

6 Heat Exchangers Heat Exchangers – Types and practical applications – Use of LMTD – Effectiveness – NTU method for heat exchanger design

3 5,14

7 Evaporators Introduction – Types of Evaporators – Design of single effect evaporator Multiple Effect Evaporators – Vapor Recompression methods

4 2.5,17

8 Industrial Visit Visit to process industry to understand practical heat transfer and equipments

2 4,17

Total Lecture Hours 30 Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Laboratory

# Measurement of thermal conductivity of Metals & insulators. # Transient Heat Conduction # Experiment on Natural Convection # Double Pipe Heat Exchanger # Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger # Agitated Vessel # Heat Transfer in packed bed # Heat Transfer in porous bed

30

Text Books 1.Cengel, Y. A. Heat Transfer: A Practical Approach. 2nd ed. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill, 2002 2.Lienhard IV, J. H., and J. H. Lienhard V. A Heat Transfer Version Textbook. 3rd ed. Lexington, MA: Phlogiston Press, 2008.

Reference Books 1. Frank.P.Incropera & David P.Dewitt, Fundamentals of Heat & Mass Transfer, John Wiley & Sons,2004 2. Christie J, Geankoplis, Transport processes and Unit Operations, IV Edition, Prentice Hall India Pvt.Ltd,

2003. 3. Hollman, Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill Book company, 2001. 4. W L Mc Cabe, J C Smith, P Harriott, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, McGraw Hill Book

company, Sixth Edition., 2001.

Complied by Prof. K. Rambabu

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX COMPUTATIONAL METHODS IN PROCESS ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: CVPDE 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Solution of Linear Algebraic Equations Solution of linear system of equations – Iterative methods of Gauss�Jacobi and Gauss Seidel, Existence and Uniqueness of Solutions, Determinants, Linear Regression

4 1,4,7,14

2 Matrix Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors Orthogonal Matrices, Schur Decomposition Normal Matrices, Gershorgin's Theorem, Numerical Calculation of Matrix Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors

3 1,4,7,14

3 Numerical Differentiation Forward, Backward and Central Difference methods, Floating point Arithmetic, Higher order methods, Richardson Extrapolation

2 1,4,7,14

4

Interpolation and Numerical Integration Linear Interpolation, Polynmomial Interpolation, Quadrature rules, Extrapolation methods, Adaptive algorithms, Monte Carlo Methods, Mulitple Integration, Treatment of Singularities, Romberg Integration

4 1,4,7,14

5 Non Linear Algebraic Equations Newton's Method, Quasi-Newton and Reduced-step Algorithms, Trust region methods, Levenberg-Marquardt, Non Linear Regression

3 1,4,7,14

6 Optimization Simplex, Gradient and Newton Methods

3 1,4,7,14

7 Ordinary Differential Equations Initial Value Problems, Bondary Value Problems, Euler, Runge-Kutta-Feylberg, Predictor-Corrector Methods, Finite Difference Methods

5 1,4,7,14

8 Trends Heat, Wave and Laplace equations, Finite Volume and Finite Element Methods Simulated annealing/ Stiff Differential Equations/ Brownian Dynamics

6 14,17

Total Lecture Hours 30

Teaching Modes: Assignments, Case Studies, FLIP classroom method

Problem 2.3 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

30

Problem 2.5 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 3.C.1 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Kenneth J. Beers, Cambridge University Press (2006)

Problem 4.7 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 4.8 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 1.4 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 2.A.3 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Kenneth J. Beers, Cambridge University Press (2006)

Problem 5.B.4 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Kenneth J. Beers, Cambridge University Press (2006)

Problem 5.3 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 5.5 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 8.B.2 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Kenneth J. Beers, Cambridge University Press (2006)

Problem 7.1 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 6.3 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 6.6 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB Applications , Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi

Problem 7.B.2 in Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Kenneth J. Beers, Cambridge University Press (2006)

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Text Books 1. Kenneth J. Beers ,Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineering Applications in MATLAB, Cambridge

University Press (2006) 2. Alkis Constantinides & Navid Mostoufi ,Numerical Methods for Chemical Engineers with MATLAB

Applications , Prentice-Hall International Series in the Physical and Chemical Engineering Sciences (1999) Reference Books

1. Michael B. Cutlip and Mordechai Shacham ,Problem Solving in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering with POLYMATH, Excel, and MATLAB (2nd Edition), , Prentice Hall (2007)

2. Saul A. Teukolsky, William T. Vetterling, Brian P. Flannery,Numerical Recipes: The Art of Scientific Computing, 3rd Edition, William H. Press, Cambridge University Press (2007)

3. //www.che.ncsu.edu/academics/documents/matlab_che.pdf 4. http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/chemical-engineering/10-34-numerical-methods-applied-to-chemical-engineering-

fall-2005/assignments/

Complied by Prof. Jayasankar Elassery Variyar

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX CHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Process Engineering Thermodynamics 3, 0,2, 0,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Fundamental Concepts and Definitions Rate and stoichiometry, rate law, rate equation, rate constant, activation energy, reactions at equilibrium

5 1, 2

2

Chemical Kinetics Interpretation of Batch Reactor Data: Constant Volume Batch Reactor, Integral Method, Differential method, Method of Half-life, Analysis of Data for Reversible and Irreversible Reactions, Differential Method - Integral Method of Analysis for Reactions – theory of reaction - reaction mechanism.

6 1,2

3

Isothermal Ideal Reactor Design of Single and Multiple reactions Ideal Batch Reactor- Ideal Mixed Flow Reactor - Ideal Plug Flow Reactor for Single Reactions- Size comparison of Single Reactors for Single Reactions – variable density system.

6 1

4

Multiple Reactors Multiple Reactor Systems - equal size Mixed Reactors in Series - Plug Flow Reactors in Series and / or in Parallel, Mixed Flow Reactors of Different Sizes in Series - Reactors of Different Types in Series.

6 1,2

5 Special Reactors Semi batch reactor- Bio reactor- Recycle Reactor, Auto Catalytic Reactor.

6 1

6 Design for Multiple Reactions Reactions in Parallel (Simultaneous Reactions) CSTR, PFR -Reactions in Series (Consecutive Reactions) CSTR, PFR - Combined Series and parallel Reactions.

6 2,4

7 Nonisothermal Reactors I Steady state non-isothermal reactors, CSTR, PFR - Mole balance, energy balance

5 1

8 Nonisothermal Reactors II Adiabatic reactors CSTR, PFR Batch reactor – Multiple steady states – Multiple chemical reactions.

5 2

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Mode: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Laboratory:

# Batch reactor (equimolar) # Batch reactor (non-equimolar) # Temperature effect # Semi-batch reactor # Plug flow reactor # Mixed flow reactor # Adiabatic reactor # Combined reactors # RTD studies

30

Text Books 1. O. Levenspiel, Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Ed., Wiley Publications, 1999.

Reference Books 1. P.V. Danckwerts, Gas-liquid reactions, Sharma and Doraiswamy Vols. I & II Froment and Bischoff. 2. H.S. Fogler, Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi,

2001. 3. Gilbert F Froment, Kenneth B Bischoff and Juray D Wilde "Chemical Reactor Analysis and Design", Wiley,

New York (2010). 4. J.M. Smith, Chemical Engineering Kinetics, 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1981.

Complied by Prof. Anand V P Gurumoorthy

Recommended by BoS on 04.03.16

Approved by Academic Council on 18.03.16

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XXX PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: Complex variable and partial differential equation 2, 0,2, 4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Process Instrumentation Temperature, Pressure, Fluid Flow Rate, Liquid Level, pH, Concentration – Spectroscopy, Chromatography.

3 1, 2

2

Introduction to Process Control Open loop response, Need for process control, Transfer functions, Forcing functions: step, pulse, impulse and sinusoidal, First order processes, Higher order process, Interacting and non-interacting systems, Continuous and batch processes.

5 1,2,3

3

Control Actions and Controllers Basic control actions, Feedback control, Servo and regulatory, Characteristics of on-off, proportional, integral and derivative control modes: P-PI-PD-PID control modes, Principles of Pneumatic and Electronic Controllers.

5 3,4,5

4

Control block diagram Closed loop system, Development of block diagram, block diagram reduction, I/P converter, Control valve- Construction, Sizing, Characteristics, Transfer Function for Controllers.

4 3,4,5

5 Controller tuning Process reaction curve, Cohen-Coon method, IMC tuning, Ziegler Nichols method, Tyreus Luyben method.

3 3,4,5

6

Time and frequency domain analysis Stability criteria-Routh's stability criteria, Direct synthesis method, Root locus diagram, Gain margin, Phase margin, Cross over frequency, Stability of controller: Bode plot and Nyquist plot.

4 3,4,5

7

Process control applications and advance process control Introduction to multivariable control, Computer applications in process control, Advanced control strategies: ratio controller, feed-forward controller, inferential controller, Adaptive controller.

3 3,4,5

8 Value added programs Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar.

3 6,7,8

Total Lecture Hours 30

Written Examination, Assignment and Projects Laboratory: # PID tuning using an open loop method (Cohen-Coon tuning method) in Simulink. # PID tuning using a closed loop tuning method (Ziegler–Nichols tuning method) in Simulink. # Automatic temperature control in a heating tank using PID controller. # Automatic pressure control in a closed tank using PID controller. # Cascade control [Jacketed tank where temperature of the tank fluid is controlled (master controller) using temperature control for jacket temperature (slave controller)]. # Automatic temperature/pressure/composition control in distillation column using PID controller. # Automatic temperature/pressure/composition control in CSTR using PID controller. # Automatic temperature/pressure/composition control in Surge vessel using PID controller.

30

Text Books 1. Dale E Seborg, Thomas F. Edgar and Duncan A Mellichamp, Process Dynamics and Control, Wiley India,

New Delhi, 2005 2. George Stephanopoulos, Chemical process control , Prentice Hall India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2001

Reference Books 1. B. Wayne Bequette, Process Control – Modeling, Design and Simulation, Prentice Hall India Pvt Ltd., New

Delhi, 2004 2. CR Coughanowr and LM Koppel, Process System Analysis and Control, McGraw Hill, 1998.

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XXX MASS TRANSFER L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Momentum Transfer, 3, 0, 0,0,3 Complex Variables and Partial Differential Equations

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Diffusion Introduction to Mass transfer operation, Fick's law of diffusion, Steady state molecular diffusion in fluids under stagnant and laminar flow conditions, Diffusion coefficient measurement and prediction

6 1,2,4,11

2 Molecular diffusion in fluids Molecular diffusion in gas and Liquids, Multicomponent diffusion, Diffusion through variable cross-sectional area, Diffusivity in solids and its applications

6 1,4,5,11

3

Mass transfer coefficients Introduction to mass transfer coefficient, Equimolar, counter-diffusion of A and B (NA = -NB), Correlation for convective mass transfer coefficient ,Correlation of mass transfer coefficients for single cylinder, Packed column, flow over a flat plate

6 1,2,4,14

4 Theories of mass transfer Penetration theory, Surface Renewal Theory, Interphase mass transfer, two film theory, Overall mass transfer coefficients, Analogies

5 1,8,11,18

5

Humidification Basic concepts, Principles of Humidification –Definitions‐ Wet Bulb Temperature & Adiabatic Saturation Temperatures –Air/Water System ‐psychrometry and Psychrometric Charts – Utilisation of Psychrometric Charts – Dehumidification – Cooling Towers –Mechanical Draft Towers: forced draft towers and induced draft towers, Design calculations of cooling tower, Step-by-step design procedure of cooling tower, Evaporation loss of water in cooling tower

7 1,2,5

6

Drying Principles of Drying – Definitions of moisture and other terms on Drying –Classification of Drying operations - Rate of Drying – Constant and Falling Rate Drying – Moisture movement in solids - Through Circulation Drying - Rate of drying for Continuous Direct heat Driers. Types of Dryers used in practice and their operation – Batch and Continuous Dryers

7 1,11,12

7

Crystallisation Crystal Geometry - Invariant Crystals - Principles of Crystallization ‐ Super saturation ‐Nucleation ‐Crystal growth ‐ Material & Energy Balance applied to Crystallizers – Types of Crystallizers used in practice

5 1,6,7,,9

8 Guest lecture, Industrial visit and seminar 3 1,6,7,8,9,1

0

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. Treybal, R. E., “ Mass-Transfer Operations”, 3rd Eddition, McGraw-Hill (1981) 2. Dutta, B.K., “Principles of Mass transfer and Separation Processes”. Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi

(2007). Reference Books

1. Christie J, Geankoplis, Transport processes and Unit Operations, IV Edition, Prentice Hall India Pvt.Ltd, 2003

2. Hines, A. L.; Maddox, R. N., Mass Transfer: Fundamentals and Applications, Prentice Hall; 1 Edition (1984). 3. J.R. Welty, C.E. Wicks, R.E. Wilson, and G. Rorrer, Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer,

3rd edition, John Wiley and Sons,1984.

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XXX EQUILIBRIUM STAGED OPERATIONS L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Mass Transfer 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Distillation Vapour–Liquid Equilibria - Methods of Distillation – Batch, Continuous, Flash, Steam, Vacuum, Azeotropic and Extractive Distillations. Batch & Continuous Operations

4 1,2,4,11

2

Design of Distillation column Analysis of binary distillation in trayed towers: McCabe-Thele Method, Determination of the rectification section(ROL) and stripping section operating line (SOL), Analysis of binary distillation by Ponchon-Savarit Method, Stepwise procedure to determine the number of theoretical trays

6 1,4,5,11

3

Absorption: Introduction to absorption, Design of packed tower based on overall mass transfer coefficient, Counter-current multi-stage absorption (Tray absorber),Continuous contact equipment

5 1,2,11,14

4

Extraction Liquid–Liquid Equilibria - Calculation of Number Theoretical Stages – Co Current, Cross Current and Counter Current Contact Operations - Classification of Extraction Equipment

4 1,8,11,18

5

Leaching General Principles of Leaching - Factors Influencing the Rate of Extraction - Equipment for Leaching - Calculation of Number of Stages for Co Current & Counter Current Washing.

3 1,2,5

6

Adsorption Theories of Adsorption - Adsorption Isotherm - Adsorption from Liquids - Structure of Adsorbents- Adsorption Equipment - Cross current and counter current multi stage operation.

4 1,11,12

7 Modern separation techniques-Introduction 1 1,6,7,8,9

8 Guest lecture , Industrial visit and seminar-Modern separation 3 1,6,7,8,9,

10 Total Lecture Hours 30

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research

Practical # Simple and steam distillation

# VLE # Tray dryer

# Liquid liquid Extraction # Leaching(Solid liquid extraction) # Liquid-Gas diffusion

# Gas-Liquid contacting equipment

30 1,2,9

Project # Generally a team project [5 to 10 members] # Concepts studied should have been used # Down to earth application and innovative idea should have been attempted # Report in Digital format with all drawings using software package to be submitted. [Ex. 1. Design of a distillation column for separating alcohol OR 2. Heat integration of any industrial process – with different constraints many batches can work on this. Or can join with RA and do a part of the Research Project related to the subject XXXX] # Assessment on a continuous basis with a min of 3 reviews.

60 [Non

Contact hrs]

5, 8, 17, 18,

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Text Books 1. Treybal, R. E., “ Mass-Transfer Operations”, 3rd Eddition, McGraw-Hill (1981) 2. Dutta, B.K., “Principles of Mass transfer and Separation Processes”. Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi (2007).

Reference Books 1. Hines, A. L.; Maddox, R. N., Mass Transfer: Fundamentals and Applications, Prentice Hall; 1 Edition (1984). 2. McCabe, W. L. and Smith, J. C., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, (3rd ed.), Mc Graw-Hill (1976). 3. T K Sherwood, R L Pigford & C R Wilke, Mass Transfer, McGraw Hill 4. J.R. Welty, C.E. Wicks, R.E. Wilson, and G. Rorrer, Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer, 3rd

edition, John Wiley and Sons,1984. 5. Seader, J.D. and Henley, E.J., Separation Process Principles, Wiley, New York (1998). 6. Geankoplis, C.J., “Transport Processes and Separation Process Principles”. 4th Edition, Prentice-Hall of India,

New Delhi (2005).

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XXX PROCESS EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND ECONOMICS L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: Heat Transfer 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction to Types of flowchart preparation. Fluid handling equipments. Mechanical design of pressure Vessel

4 1, 2

2 Design of Principles of Reactors: Ideal non catalytic reactors, catalytic reactors 3 1,2,5

3 Design of Separation processes : Distillation column and absorbers – plate type and packed columns

5 1,6

4 Design of heat exchangers: double pipe, shell and tube. Principles of dryer design

5 1,2,6

5 Energy Integration and Design of Heat Exchanger Network: Basic principles, Composite curves, Algorithms, methods (Pinch Technology)

6 1,6,9

6 Cost estimation of Chemical Projects, Time value of money, Depreciation, Profitability analysis

3 2,4

7 Cost estimation of individual equipments using allgorithms and literature 2 1

8 Analysis of alternatives and replacements using cost diagrams 3 2

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments.

Practical # A minimum of 10 exercises to be worked out by students in Lab Class.

At least one open ended design problem to be given. 30 1,2,9

Project # Generally a team project [5 to 10 members] # Concepts studied should have been used # Down to earth application and innovative idea should have been attempted # Report in Digital format with all drawings using software package to be submitted. [Ex. 1. Design of a distillation column for separating alcohol OR 2. Heat integration of any industrial process – with different constraints many batches can work on this. Or can join with RA and do a part of the Research Project related to the subject XXXX] # Assessment on a continuous basis with a min of 3 reviews.

60 [Non Contact

hrs]

5, 8, 17, 18

Text Books 1. Coulson and Richardson’s Chemical Engineering Series, Volume 6, Design, third edition, R.K. Sinnott,

Butterworth – Heinemann, 2002. 2. Smith, R., Chemical Process: Design and Integration, John Wiley and Sons, West Sussex, UK (2005)

Reference Books 1. Perry’s Chemical Engineers hand Book, 8th Edition, Robert Perry and Don, Mcgraw-Hill 2007 2. Stanley M. Walas, Chemical Process Equipment – Selection and Design, Butterworth Heinemann

Publications. 3. M. V. Joshi and V.V. Mahajani , Process Equipment Design, 3rd Edition, Mc Millan India Ltd. 2000 4. James R Couper, Process Engineering Economics, Marcel Dekker Inc., New York, USA

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XX HETEROGENEOUS REACTION ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: Chemical Reaction Engineering 2, 0, 0, 4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction to Heterogeneous Reaction Engineering 1 1,2

2

Non Ideal Reactors: Basics of non-ideal flow, Measurement of residence time distribution (RTD) - Relationship between C, E and F curves , Modelling of non ideal reactors, one parameter and two parameter models - Conversion in real reactor systems.

4 2,5,18, 20

3 Introduction to Catalyst Reactions: Definition and properties - Steps involved in catalytic reactions - Rate laws mechanisms - Rate limiting step

4 2,5, 18, 20

4

Transport Mechanism in heterogeneous catalysts : Transport effects in heterogeneous catalysis: Internal effectiveness, External transport limitations and overall effectiveness, External transport limitations and overall effectiveness.

5 2,5,18,20

5 Catalysts Preparation, Characterization: Definition and Types of Catalyst – Industrial Catalysts – Preparation and Characterization of the Catalysts, Surface area and pore volume determination,

5 2,9,20

6 Catalyst Deactivation methods: Types of catalyst deactivation – Determining the order of deactivation – Catalyst regeneration Methods.

5 6

7

Design of Reactors for Fluid-Solid reactions: Reactor design fundamentals and methodology, rate data analysis - Overall view of Fluidized, packed and moving bed reactors- Fluid-liquid reactions: Film and penetration theories - Fluid-solid catalytic reactions

4 17

8 Seminar, Guest Lecture 5 20

Total Lecture Hours 30 Mode: Class room teaching, Video presentations, Power-point Presentations Tutorial: Assignments Text Books

1. O. Levenspiel, Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Ed., Wiley Publications, 1999. 2. P.V. Danckwerts, Gas-liquid reactions, Sharma and Doraiswamy Vols. I & II Froment and Bischoff.

Reference Books 1. J. M. Smith, Chemical Engineering Kinetics, 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1981. 2. H. S. Fogler, Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2001.

3. G.F. Froment and K. B. Bischoff, Chemical Reactor Analysis and Design, 2nd Ed., Wiley Publications, 1990.

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XXX BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 2, 0, 0, 4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

An overview of industrial biochemical processes with typical examples comparing chemical and biochemical processes – development and scope of biochemical engineering as a discipline. Industrially important microbial strains, their classification – structure – cellular genetics – typical examples of microbial synthesis of biological.

4 2

2 Enzymes Used in industry, medicine and food – their classification with typical examples of industrially important enzymes.

4 2, 3, 5

3

Enzyme Kinetics Mechanism of enzymatic reactions – Michaelis Menten Kinetics – enzymes inhibition factors affecting the reaction rates – industrial production, purification and immobilization – enzyme reactors with typical examples

4 2, 7, 9

4

Material and Energy Balances in cell Growth Stoichiometry of cell growth and product formation. Reduction concept. Heat of Reaction for Processes with biomass production. Energy balance equation for cell culture

4 1,2,3

5

Cell Growth Typical growth characteristics of microbial cells – factors affecting growth – Monod model – modelling of batch and continuous cell growth – immobilized whole cells and their characteristics – free cell and immobilized cell rectors – typical industrial examples – transport in cells

4 1,2, 5

6

Physical Operations Newtonian and non-Newtonian behaviour of broth – agitation and mixing – power consumption – Gas/liquid transport in cells – transfer resistances – mass transfer coefficients & their role in scale up of equipment – enhancement of O2 transfer – Heat transport in microbial systems – Heat transfer correlation’s – Sterilization cycles; examples of heat addition & removal during biological production.

4 1,2,7,9

7

Bioreactors Bioreactors: Batch and continuous types – immobilized whole cell and enzyme reactors. High performance bioreactors – sterile and non-sterile operations – reactors in series with and without recycle. Design of reactors and scale up with typical examples.

4 1,2,5,7

8

Downstream Processing and effluent treatment Different Unit operations in down streaming with special reference to membrane separations, extractive fermentation. Anaerobic and aerobic treatment of effluents – typical industrial examples for downstream processing and effluent disposal.

2 2,9,18

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. DG Rao, Introduction to Biochemical Engineering, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 2005. Reference Books

1. JB Bailey and DF Ollis, Biochemical Engineering Fundamentals McGraw Hill, New York, 1977. 2. A Aiba, AE Humphrey and NR Milli, Biochemical Engineering, Academic Press, 1973. 3. Pauline M. Doran, Bioprocess Engineering Principles, Academic Press, Elsevier, 2013. 4. Michael L Shuler, Fikret Kargi, Bioprocess Engineering Basic Concepts, Prentice-Hall International Students

Edition, 2nd Edition

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XXX TRANSPORT PHENOMENA L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req:  Momentum Transfer, Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer 2, 0, 0,4,3 Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Transport by Molecular Motion Phenomenological laws of transport properties, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids; Rheological models; theories of transport properties of gases and liquids; effect of pressure and temperature. Transport analogy.

3 2,1

2 Vector and tensor analysis Vector, coordinate system, time derivatives

2 1

3

1D Viscous Flow – Shell Balance General method of shell balance approach to transfer problems; boundary conditions, Rectilinear Flow, curvilinear flow, Momentum flux and velocity distribution for flow of Newtonian fluids in pipes, non-Newtonian fluids in pipes, annular flow slit flow.

6 4,6

4

Equation of Change Equation of Motion and Continuity - Integral Conservation Equations- Navier-Stokes and Euler Equation Constitutive relation - Dimensional analysis – Applications.

6 5,7

5

Turbulent Flow and Interphase momentum transfer Turbulent models, RANS equation, Reynolds stresses. Internal flow, External flow, Boundary Layer Theory - Isothermal System - Flow through conduits - Empirical correlation – friction factor, drag coefficient - Ergun Equation. Flow through porous media.

4 7,9

6 Heat Transfer by conduction and convection Shell Balance, Equations of energy, Heat Transfer coefficient.

3 7

7 Mass Transfer Microscopic balances - General equations Boundary conditions Mass transfer co-efficient, Fixed bed catalytic reactor, steady and unsteady state system.

3 9

8 Case studies, Seminar, Invited Lecture, analysis on research work based on recent published work in the area of Transport phenomena applicable to chemical, medical, metallurgical.

3 3,8,10

Total Lecture Hours 30 Project Generally a team project [5 to 10 members] Concepts studied here will be used Down to earth application and innovative idea should have been attempted Report in Digital format with all datas and drawings using software package to be submitted. Assessment on a continuous basis with a min of 3 reviews.

60 [Non Contact hrs]

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. R. B. Bird, W. E. Stewart, and E. N. Lightfoot, Transport Phenomena, second edition. Wiley International pub, (2002).

Reference Books 1. J. R. Welty, C. E. Wicks, and R E. Wilson, Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer, 3rd ed.,

John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1984. 2. J.C. Slattery, Momentum, Energy and Mass Transfer in Continua, Robert E. Krieger Publishing Company,

New York, 1981. 3. A.J. Chapman, Heat Transfer, 4th ed., Macmillan Publishing Company, New York, 1989. 4. William M Dean, Analysis of Transport Phenomena, Oxford University Press. 5. Christie J. Geankopolis, Transport Processes and unit operations, Prentice Hall Limited, New Delhi.

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XXX MODELING AND SIMULATION IN PROCESS ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: Complex variables and Partial Differential equations 2, 0, 0,4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Modelling Conservative Principles and Models Introduction to modelling and simulation, classification of mathematical models, Systematic approach to model building – Conservation principles – Constitutive relations – dimensionless models – General form of dynamic models.

5 1,2

2 Steady State Lumped Systems Degree of freedom analysis, single and network of process units, systems yielding linear and non-linear algebraic equations.

3 1,2,6

3

Flow Sheeting and Solution Flow sheeting – sequential modular and equation oriented approach, tearing, partitioning and precedence ordering, solution of linear and non-linear algebraic equations.

4 4,5

4 Unsteady State Lumped Systems Analysis of liquid level tank, gravity flow tank, jacketed stirred tank heater, reactors, flash and distillation column.

3 4,5,6

5 Simulation of Unsteady State Lumped Systems Solution of ODE initial value problems, matrix differential equations, simulation of closed loop systems.

3 4,5,6,7

6

(Un)Steady State Distributed Analysis of compressible flow, heat exchanger, plug flow reactor, solution of ODE boundary value problems, sedimentation, conduction, heat exchanger, heat transfer in packed bed, Diffusion, hierarchy in model development, classification and solution of partial differential equations.

7 4,5,6,7

7 Other Modelling Methods Empirical modeling, parameter estimation, population balance and stochastic modeling.

3 5,9,10

8 Value Added Program Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar.

2 3,9,10,11

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. Ramirez, W.; "Computational Methods in Process Simulation", 2nd Edn., Butterworths Publishers, New York, 2005.

2. Luyben, W.L., " Process Modelling Simulation and Control", McGraw-Hill Book Co., 1990 Reference Books

1. Felder, R. M. and Rousseau, R. W., “Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes “, John Wiley, 2000. 2. Franks, R. G. E., “Mathematical Modelling in Chemical Engineering “, John Wiley, 1967. 3. Process Dynamics: Modeling, Analysis and Simulation B Wayne Bequette, Prentice Hall Inc, 1998. 4. Applied Mathematics in Chemical Engineering, Sherwood, Reid & Mickley, Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi,

1995.

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XXX PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0,0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Plant Location Introduction to Production Management and Concepts, Location of Facilities, Facilities Layout.

6 1,2

2 Inventory Management Inventory Management, Purchase and supply

6 1,2,6

3 Supply of Resources Materials Management, ABC Analysis

6 4,5

4 Quality Control And Inspection Statistical Quality Control Methods, ‐‐X, ‐‐R Charts Etc.,

6 4,5,6

5 Inventory Management Fundamentals Inventory Management/Supply Chain Management

6 4,5,6,7

6 PROJECT PLANNING Network Models, PERT, CPM etc

6 4,5,6,7

7 DECISION MAKING General Model for decision making Bayes’ Decision Rule, Decision Tree Method, Decision Making under Uncertainty and Risk

6 5,9,10

8 Guest lecture 3 3,9,10,11

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode: Text Books

1. Production and Operations Management — Ray Wild :Holt Rinehart & Winston 2. Quantitative Business Analysis — David Eugine Smith John Wiley & Sons

Reference Books 1. Production and Operations Management — Dr. Varma and Agarwa1: Forward Publishing Co. 2. Production and Operations Management— S.N. Chary: Tata Mcgraw Hill 3. Production and Operations Management — David Buffa: John Wiley & Sons

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MEE1011 RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES L,T,P,J,C Pre-requisite : NIL 2,0,2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Classification of Energy: Energy chain and common forms of usable energy - Present energy scenario - World energy status -Energy scenario in India - Introduction to renewable energy resources - Introduction to Solar Energy - Energy from sun - Spectral distribution of Solar radiation - Instruments for measurement of solar radiation-Solar radiation data analysis

5 1,2

2

Applications of Solar Energy: Thermal applications - Introduction to Solar thermal collectors- Types - Principle of operation of different collectors - Flat plate - Evacuated tube collectors -Compound parabolic collectors - Solar air heaters - Solar dryers -solar cookers - solar stills - Solar ponds - concentrating collectors - line type - point type - Methods of Solar power generation - Power towers

6 1,2,5

3

Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics: Physics of solar cells - Cell and module Manufacturing Process – Characteristics of cells and module - Performance parameters - BoS - PV System applications - Stand alone- Grid connected systems

5 1,2,5

4

Bio Energy Sources: Energy through various processes - Energy through fermentation - Gasification - various types of gasifiers -Pyrolysis - Fixed bed and fast Pyrolysis - Bio energy through digestion - Types of Digesters- Factors affecting the yield of products

4 1,2,5

5

Wind Energy: Resource assessment - types of wind turbines - selection of components - blade materials - power regulation - various methods of control - wind farms - site selection - off shore wind farms - Solar Wind Hybrid energy systems.

4 1,2,5

6

Small Hydro Power Systems: Introduction - types - system components, discharge curve and estimation of power potential - Turbines for SHP

2 1,2,5

7

Ocean Energy: Power generation through OTEC systems - various types - Energy through waves and tides - Energy generation through geothermal systems - types

2 1,2,5

8 Contemporary Discussion 2 Total Lecture Hours 30

# Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry , Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Practical Challenging Experiments

1. Estimation of Solar radiation : Pyranometer, pyrheliometer 2. Testing the yield of a Solar still in outdoor conditions (Multiple sessions) 3. Wind Energy Experimental Set up - I 4. Wind Energy Experimental Set up - II 5. Testing of Solar PV system in PV training Kit 6. Fuel Cell Experiment 7. Performance of Biomass stove 8. Production of Bio-diesel by Transesterification process 9. Flash Point and Fire point comparison for conventional fuels and alternate fuels. 10. Production of Hydrogen from Electrolysis with PV system. 11. Estimation of Figures of Merit in a Solar cooker 12. Performance characteristics of a Solar thermal collector 13. Exergy analysis of a Solar cabinet dryer

30 5,7,9

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Project # Generally a team project of Five # Concepts studied in Modules should have been used # Down to earth application and innovative idea should have been attempted

Sample Projects 1. Development of software tools for estimation/ calculation of solar energy (apps/ Front

end tool etc) 2. Development of a Solar cooker with energy storage using scrap materials 3. Design and develop a Solar Lantern with suitable energy storage 4. Development of a solar thermo electric cooling system 5. Design of a smart grid involving various RE technologies 6. Resource assessment (Wind/Solar/Biomass energy) 7. Estimation of Solar radiation through ANN involving various atmospheric factors 8. Tracking mechanism for any solar thermal concentrating device – cooker, Dish, PTC,

etc. 9. Energy and Exergy analysis of any renewable energy device – Based on Solar, Wind,

Bio-mass, etc 10. Analysis of any renewable energy device using TRNSYS 11. Making and characterizing a DSSC solar cell. (Sun Simulator and IV measurement

apparatus id required) 12. Design and analysis of any Hybrid power generation system. 13. Performance comparison of different renewable energy devices.

60 [Non Contact hrs]

5,6,7,11

Text Books 1. John Andrews, Nick Jelley, Energy Science: Principles, technologies and impacts (2013), Oxford Universities

press. 2. Godfrey Boyle, Renewable Energy, power for a sustainable future (2012), Oxford University Press

Reference Books 1. Fang Lin You, Hong ye, Renewable Energy Systems, Advanced conversion technologies and applications (2012)

CRC Press 2. John.A.Duffie, William A.Beckman, Solar Engineering of Thermal processes (2013), Wiley 3. A.R.Jha, Wind Turbine technology (2010) CRC Press 4. Chetan singh solanki, Solar Photovoltaics, fundamentals, technologies and applications, Prentice Hall India.

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XXX FUELS AND COMBUSTION L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: 3, 0, 0,0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Classification of fuels and solid fuels Fuels – Types and characteristics of fuels – Determination of properties of fuels -Fuel analysis - Proximate and ultimate analysis - Moisture determination –Calorific value – Gross and net calorific values - Calorimetry – Dulong’s formula for CV estimation.

6 1,2,4,5,

2

Solid fuels Origin of coal- Washing and cleaning of coal-Uses of coal- comparative study of solid liquid and gaseous fuels-selection coal for different uses-carbonization of coal.

6 1,2,4,6,7

3

Liquid fuels Origin of petroleum or crude oil. Removal of salt from crude oil, composition of crude petroleum, classification of crude petroleum, processing of crude petroleum ADU and VDU.

6 1,2,4,5,8,9

4 Cracking Cracking methods FCCU- Fixed bed and Moving bed-Reforming, Knocking-Properties of petroleum products-storage and handling of liquid fuels.

6 1,2,3,5,8,9

5

Gaseous fuels Rich and lean gas – Wobbe index - Natural gas - Dry and wet natural gas -Stripped NG - Foul and sweet NG - LPG - LNG – CNG – Methane - Producer Gas - Gasifiers – Water gas – Town gas –oil gas –liquefied petroleum gas.

6 1,3,4,9,10

6

Combustion General principles of combustion –Types of combustion processes-combustion of solid fuels-combustion calculations-Fluidized bed combustion-combustion system and its control.

6 1,3,6,7,8,9

7

Air Pollution Types of pollution - Combustion-Generated air pollution - Effects of air pollution - Pollution of fossil fuels and its control - Pollution from automobiles and its control.

6 1,4,7,8,10

8 Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar. 3 1,2,4,5,6.7,8

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. Sharma.S.P., Cahandramohan., (1999), Fuels and combustion., Tata McGraw-Hill Reference Books

1. Roger A, Combustion Fundamentals, MeGraw Hills, New Delhi, 2000. 2. Shaha AK, Combustion Engineering & Fuel Technology, Oxford and IBH Publications, New York, 2003 3. Kenneth K Kou, Principles of Combustion, Wiley & Sons Publications, New York, 2002.

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XXX SAFETY AND HAZARD ANALYSIS L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 2, 0, 0,4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Introduction to Safety in Chemical process Industries Need for Development of Safety Consciousness in Chemical Industries - Hazard, Risk, Danger, Accident, promotion of industrial safety, extreme operating conditions, toxic chemicals; safe handling, Psychological attitude towards safety.

5 2,3

2

Safety Programs in Industries Importance of Safety Programs in industries; Elements of Safety Program; Effective Realization; Economic and Social Benefits from Safety Program; Effective Communication Training at various levels of Production and Operation. Accidents identification and prevention.

5 2,3,5

3

Potential Hazards in Chemical Process Industries Chemical and Physical job Safety Analysis; High pressure and Temperature Operation; Dangerous and Toxic Chemicals; Routes of entry, Effects of toxicants and its elimination. Toxic release and dispersion models. Radio Active materials; Safe Handling and Operation of materials and Machinery; periodic inspection and replacement.

5 3,5

4

Risk assessment Quantitative risk assessment - rapid and comprehensive risk analysis; Risk due to Radiation, explosion due to over pressure, plant layout Personnel Safety and Protective Equipment; Occupational health and safety.

4 2,3,4

5

Hazard Identification Introduction to Hazard identification, Overall risk and hazard analysis-emergency planning-on site & off site emergency planning, risk management ISO 14000, safety audits, checklist, what if analysis, vulnerability models event tree analysis fault tree analysis.

4 2,3,12,

6

HAZOP HAZOP study - case studies-pumping system-reactor-mass transfer system. Hazard Identification and Assessment; Involvement of Human factors and Errors- Hazard Quantifications-disaster management; Occupational and Industrial Health Hazards; Safety Systems.

4 12,17

7 Case studies Dominos effect, Worst case scenario, Fire, Accidents, Chemical release, Explosion, Petroleum, Commercial, Natural disasters, EMS models case studies

2 10, 11,

8 Guest lecture , Industrial visit and seminar 1 10,16,18,

19 Total Lecture Hours 30

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips, Enquiry based learning Text Books

1. Amit Gupta ,Industrial Safety and Environment, Laxmi Publications Pvt Ltd., New Delhi, 2006. 2. Clifton A. Ericson ,Hazard Analysis Techniques for System Safety, II, Wiley Interscience Publications,

2005. Reference Books

1. William Handley ,Industrial Safety Handbook, Editor:, McGraw Hill, New York (1975). 2. HH Fawatt and WS Wood ,Safety and Accident Prevention in Chemical Operations, Editors, Interscience

(Wiley), New York (1965) 3. H.W.Peinrich and P.E. Dap Peterson ,Industrial Accidents Prevention, , McGraw Hill 4. R.B.Blake ,Industrial Safety, , Prentice Hall 5. Anton TJ. Occupational Safety and Health Management (2nd ed.). McGraw-Hill, New York (1989) 6. Marcel, V.C., Major Chemical Hazard- Ellis Harwood Ltd., Chi Chester, UK, 1987. 7. Skeleton, B., Process Safety Analysis: An introduction, Institution of chemical Engineers, U.K., 1997. 8. Hyatt, N., Guidelines for process hazards analysis, hazards identification & risk analysis, Dyadem Press,

2004

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XXX PROCESS PLANT UTILITIES L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0,0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Water and Steam Requisites of Industrial Water and its uses; Water treatment methods - ion exchange, demineralization, membranes technology, reverse osmosis. Water resources management. Properties of steam, Boiler types and mountings, boiler accessories, Indian Boiler Act, 1923. Steam distribution and utilization, steam economy, waste heat utilization.

7 2

2

Compressed Air Types of fans, axial, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, rotary blowers and vacuum pumps and their performance characteristics. Methods of vacuum development, ejectors and their limitations, materials handling under vacuum, piping systems

5 4,5

3 Humidification and Dehumidification Properties of Air–Water Vapors and use of Humidity Chart. Equipments used for Humidification, Dehumidification and Cooling Towers

5 1,2,6

4

Refrigeration & Ventilation Principal of refrigeration, Refrigeration system like compression refrigeration, absorption refrigeration, and chilled water system; Types of refrigerants; Concept of cryogenics and cryogenics characteristics. Air blending, exhaust ventilation and flaring.

6 1,9

5

Industrial insulation Importance of insulation , insulation material and their effect on various materials of equipment piping, fitting and valves, insulation for high, intermediate, low and subzero temperatures including cryogenic insulation

5 2,9

6

Inert gases Introduction, properties of inert gases & their use, sources and methods of generation, general arrangement for inerting system; operational, maintenance and safety aspects

5 2,9

7 Industrial fuels Types of Fuel used in Chemical Process Industries for Power Generation such as Natural Gas, Liquid Petroleum Fuels, Coal and Coke.

6 2,5

8

Effluent treatment Disposal of solid, liquid and gas wastes; pollution control measures – compliance to statutory norms; Effluent Treatment – Case studies like treatment of effluents from paper mills, Dye and Textile industries, petrochemical industries, plastic and rubber industries

6 2,17

Total Lecture Hours 45 Teaching Modes Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. Broughton. Jack, “Process Utility Systems”, Institution of Chemical Engineers, U.K. 2004. Reference Books

1. Mujawar. B.A., “A Textbook of Plant Utilities”, Third Edition, Nirali Prakashan Publication, Pune, 2007 2. Bruce Poling, John Prausnitz, John O' Connell., “The Properties of Gases and Liquid”, McGraw Hill

Professional, 2008 3. Perry R. H. Green D. W. “Perry's chemical Engineer's Handbook”, McGraw Hill, New York.

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XXX CHEMICAL PRODUCT DESIGN L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Chemical Technology 2,0,0,4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction Introduction to chemical product design

1 1,5

2 Needs of chemical product Customer needs, consumer products

4 2

3 Needs to specifications Converting needs to specifications, revising product specifications.

4 2

4 Ideas Human sources of ideas, chemical sources of ideas, sorting the ideas, screening the ideas,

4 2

5 Selection of ideas Selection using thermodynamics, selection using kinetics, less objective criteria, rise in product selection.

4 1,2

6 Product manufacture Intellectual property, supplying missing information, final specifications, micro structured products, device manufacture

4 1,2,5

7 Specialty chemical manufacture First steps towards production, separations, and specialty scale up.

5 1,5

8 Economic concerns Product versus process design, process economics, economics for products.

4 1,5

Total Lecture Hours 30

Project: Generally a team project [5 to 10 members] Concepts studied in the course should have been used Down to earth application and innovative idea should have been attempted

Report in Digital format with all drawings using software package to be submitted.

9,11,16,17,18

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books E. L. Cussler and G. D. Moggridge, Chemical Product Design, Cambridge University Press, 2001, ISBN: 0-521-79187-9 Reference Books 1. J. Wei, "Product Engineering: Molecular Structure and Properties", Oxford University Press, New York (2007). 2. W. D. Seider, J. D. Seader, D. R. Lewin, "Product and Process Design Principles," Wiley, New York (2004).

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XXX CHEMICAL PROCESS INTEGRATION L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Process Equipment Design & Economics 2, 0, 0,4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Distillation Sequencing Need for column sequencing, distillation sequencing for simple columns, columns with more than two products, columns using thermal coupling, distillation sequencing for azeotropic distillation

3 1,2

2 Heat Exchanger Networks – TargetsComposite curve, problem table algorithm, network energy targets, heat exchange area targets, number of shells target, capital cost and total cost targets

5 1,5

3 Heat Exchanger Networks – Network Design Pinch Design method, stream splitting, design of multiple pinches, superstructure approach, tradeoffs, network stream data.

4 1,5,6

4 Heat Integration – Process Equipment Use of composite curve for integration of reactors, heat integration in distillation columns and distillation sequences,.

4 6,9

5 Energy consuming – Process Utilities Heat integration of evaporator, heat integration of dryers, heat integration of boilers, heat integration of compressors and refrigerators

4 1,14

s6

Water system design Water use in process industries, design for maximum water reuse, design for minimum waste water treatment flow rate, targeting and design for effluent treatment and regeneration

4 2,6

7

Clean process technology Sources of Waste from Chemical Production. Clean Process Technology for Chemical Reactors, Separation and Recycle Systems, Process Operations and Process utilities. Life Cycle Analysis

4 4,17

8 Industrial Visit Visit to Chemical process industry to seek an insight knowledge on process integration

2 4,9

Total Lecture Hours 30

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. Robin Smith, Chemical Process: Design and Integration, 2005, John Wiley and Sons . Reference Books

1. Richard Turton, Richard C. Bailie, Wallace B. Whiting, Joseph A. Shaeiwitz, Debangsu Bhattacharyya, Analysis, Synthesis and Design of Chemical Processes, Prentice Hall, 2012

2. User Guide on Process Integration for the Efficient Use of Energy”, IChemE, Rugby, U.K.

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MEE1058 NATURAL GAS ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Properties and Composition of Natural Gas Natural gas origin – Composition of Natural Gas – Source of Natural Gas – Thermodynamics properties – compressibility factor for Natural Gas – Heating value and flammability limit of Natural Gas

6 1,2

2

Natural Gas Onshore Production and Handling Gas water system : water content, Gas Hydrates, Hydrate Inhibition – Testing of Gas Wells – Gas Lift : Sucker Rod pumping – Separation , Storage, Transportation of Natural Gas,

7 2,5,18, 20

3 Natural Gas offshore Production and Handling Drilling Deepwater Reservoir – Deepwater production systems – Mooring Systems – Gas Terminals

7 2,5, 18, 20

4 Natural Gas Offshore Drilling Directional Drilling and Horizontal Drilling

4 2,5,18,20

5

Natural Gas Processing Dehydration – Desulphurization processes (Sour gases, Toxicity of H2S, Physical and Chemical Absorption process, Carbonate process, sulphur recovery) – Low temperature processes (Joule Thompson effect, Turbo expander, Refrigeration, Low temperature Heat Exchanger)

7 2,9,20

6 Liquid Recovery NGL, LPG, Kerosene, C3, C2 Fraction Recovery from Natural Gas, Equipment, Process Variables, Design Considerations

6 6

7 Economics of Natural Gas Current status in India, Trade, Selection of port location, Economics of Gas Processing.

3 17

8 Seminar on Upcoming challenges in drilling and offshore industry 5 20

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Class room teaching, Video presentations, Powerpoint Presentations Tutorial: Assignments Text Books

1. Arthur J. Kidnay, William R. Parrish, Fundamentals of Natural Gas Processing, Taylor and Francis, CRC Press, 2006.

2. Subrata K Chakrabarti, Handbook of offshore engineering, volume 1, Elsevier ltd, 2005. Reference Books

1. H.K. Abdel Aal, Mohamed Aggour, M.A.Fahim, Petroleum and Gas Field Processing, Taylor & Francis (UK), 2003.

2. Saeid Mokhatab, William A.Poe, James G.Speight, Handbook of Natural Gas Transmission .and Processing, Gulf Professional Publishing, 2007

3. Guo Ghalambor, Natural Gas Engineering Handbook, Gulf Publishing Company, 2005

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XXX PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3,0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Petroleum Origin, Composition,Classification and constituents of petroleum-dehydration of crude oil-Transportation of crude oil-Classification of petroleum

6 1,2,3

2 Distillation Components of crude oil distillation-various crude oil distillation systems-uses of petroleum products.

4 1,2,3,4

3

Cracking Necessity of cracking-types of cracking-advantages and disadvantages of catalytic cracking over thermal cracking-Houdrys fixed bed processes-moving bed processes-fluid bed catalytic cracking processes.

6 1,2,5,6

4 Reforming Thermal and catalytic Reforming, polymerization-alkylation-and Isomerisation.

7 1,2,3,6.7

5 Purification of petroleum products Sweetening processes types-Merox, HDS,dewaxing,Deasphalt and lube oil treatment

6 1,2,4,6.7

6

Properties of petroleum products Specific gravity-vapour pressure-viscosity-red wood viscometer Flash point-fire point-pour point-smoke point-aniline point-diesel index-octane number-performance number-cetane number-properties of greases-drop point of grease.

6 1,3,4.5,6

7 Knocking Reasons for knocking- additives in petrol-aviation gasoline-aviation turbine fuel (ATF)-storage and handling of liquid fuels.

6 1,3,4.6.7

8 Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar. 4 1,2,3,5,7

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. Speight, J.G., Petroleum Refining Process Taylor and Francis, 2009 2. B.K. Bhaskar Rao, Modern Petroleum Refining Processes, 5th Edition Oxibh, 2013.

Reference Books 1. Petroleum Refinery Engineering, Nelson, McGraw Hill. 2. Modern Petroleum Technology, GD Hobson and W. Rohl, Applied Science, 1994. 3. Elements of fuels Furnaces and Refractories O.P. Gupta

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XXX PETROCHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Petrochemical & Precursors Introduction, Petrochemical Precursor

2 1

2

Alkanes & Alkenes Alternate routes with flow diagram for production of methane, ethane, propane, ethylene, propylene, butylenes, acetylene, naphthalene. Chemicals from methane, ethane, propane, ethylene, propylene, butylenes, acetylene.

6 1,2,4

3

Aromatics

Alternate routes with flow diagram for production of butadiene, related dienes, aromatics – Benzene, toluene, xylene – Chemicals from butadiene, related dienes, aromatics – Benzene, toluene, xylene.

6 2,5,18,20

4

Precursors & Derivatives Alternate routes with flow diagram for production of ethylene glycol, VCM, acrylonitrile, phenol, caprolactum, adipic acid , hexamethylene diamine, DMT , TPA, maleic anhydride, styrene.

7 2,5, 17, 18

5 Polymers & Plastics Polymerization – Modes and techniques – Production of polyethylene – LDPE, HDPE, polypropylene, poly butadiene rubber, SBR, polystyrene, SAN, ABS.

8 2,5,18.20

6 Plastics & Fibres Polyacrylonitrile, polyvinyl chloride, polycarbonates, nylon 6, nylon 66, polyesters, formaldehyde resins, explosives, dyes.

8 5,6,7

7 Economics of Petrochemical Industry Current status in India, Trade, Selection of Petrochemical products, Economics of Petrochemical derivatives and Industry.

5 17

8 Seminar on Recent advances in petro products 3 20

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Class room teaching, Video presentations, Powerpoint Presentations Tutorial: Assignments Text Books: 1. Bhaskara Rao, B.K., “A Text on Petrochemicals”, Khanna Publishers, 2005. 2. Sukumar Maiti, “Introduction to Petrochemicals”, 2nd Edition, Oxford and IBH Publishers, 2002. References: 1. Margaret Wells, “Handbook of Petrochemicals and Processes”, 2nd Edition, Ash Gate Publishing Limited, 2002. 2. Sami Matar, and Lewis F. Hatch., “Chemistry of Petrochemical Processes”, 2nd Edition, Gulf Publishing company, 2000. 3. Dryden, C.E., “Outlines of Chemical Technology”, 2nd Edition, Affiliated East-West Press, 1993.

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XXX PROCESS PLANT SIMULATION L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req:  Process Equipment Design and Economics 2, 0, 2,4,4

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction Introduction to Process Synthesis - Flow sheeting & simulation - Degrees of freedom – Process equipments - Process flow sheet.

3 1,2

2 Approaches to process simulation Sequential modular approach and Simultaneous Modular Approaches, Equation solving approach used in process plant simulation.

4 1,2,5

3

Equation solving Approach Partitioning, Decomposition, Disjointing, PTM, SWS-, Steward-, and Rudd-Algorithms, Sparcity, Direct Methods, Pivoting, Iterative methods, BTF, BBTF, Block Back Substitution, BTS, etc.

5 4,5,6

4

Decomposition of Networks Tearing Algorithms in decomposition of networks, digraph, signal flow graph, BM Algorithm, BTA, K&S Algorithm, M&H Algorithms, and related problems.

5 4,5,6

5

Convergence promotion Linear equation – non linear equation Convergence Promotion scheme Newton’s method, Direct substitution, Wegstein’s method, Dominant Eigen value method, Quasi-Newton methods, Acceleration criterion, etc.

4 5,6,7

6 Application of flow sheeting software Flow sheeting software: Aspen Plus-Steady state simulation -Dynamic simulation.

3 6,7,10

7 Case studies: (Un)Steady state process simulation Complete plant (un)steady state simulation: Any process such as Ammonia plant, Urea plant, Biodiesel plant etc. Snowballing effect.

3 8,9,10

8 Value added program Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar.

3 3,9,10,11

Total Lecture Hours 30 Laboratory:

1. Simulation of an expander plant problem 2. Three stage compressor with inter stage cooling 3. Design and optimization of a debutanizer

column 4. Conversion of ethylene to n-octane –

isothermal 5. Reactor Production of hydrogen from

methane 6. Separation of heart cut from n-paraffin mixture 7. Production of hydrogen from natural gas for producing ammonia Heat exchanger

rating

30

Mode :  Written Examination, Assignment and Project

Text Books: 1. B.V. Babu, Process Plant Simulation, Oxford University Press, India 2004.

References: 1. A.W. Westerberg, et al. Process Flow sheeting, Cambridge Press UK, 1979. 1&3 Text

2. Lorenz T. Biegler, Ignacio E. Grossmann, Arthur W. Westerberg, “Systematic Methods of Chemical Process Design”: Prentice Hall 1997.

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XXX COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: Momentum Transfer, Heat Transfer, 2, 1, 2,0,4 Computation Methods in Process Engg.

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction CFD overview - Applications of CFD

1 2

2

Governing Equations of Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer Models of Flow – Conservation and Non-conservation form - Continuity, Momentum and Energy Equation in conservation and non-conservation form (differential equations only) - Characteristics of PDE's - elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic

5 1,2

3

Discretization Basic aspects of Discretization – Comparison of finite difference, finite volume and finite element techniques Finite Difference method Forward, Backward and Central difference schemes, Transient one and two dimensional conduction - Explicit, implicit and semi-implicit methods – Stability analysis and error estimation

7 1,2,5,9

4

Grid Generation Choice of grid, grid oriented velocity components, Cartesian velocity components, staggered and collocated arrangements

5 1,2

5

Convection and Diffusion Steady one-dimensional convection and diffusion - Central difference, upwind, quick, exponential, hybrid and power law schemes- False diffusion, SIMPLE – Algorithm

4 1,2,5,9

6 CFD Techniques ADI Technique - Pressure correction Technique – SIMPLE algorithm

2 2

7

Turbulence Modeling Introduction – Types of Turbulence modeling – Reynolds Time Averaging – Reynolds Time Averaged conservation equations – Boussinesq approach – One

equation k - model

4 2

8 Contemporary Discussions 2 1,2,5,9

Total Lecture Hours 30

# Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry , Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Tutorials

1. Finite difference method: Steady and unsteady one and Two dimensional conduction equation (4 Hours)

2. Steady one – dimensional convection and diffusion (4 Hours) 3. Case Studies (7 Hours)

1,2,9

Individual or Group Exercise Tutorial Hours 15

Laboratory Challenging Experiments

1. Modeling 2. Hexahedral meshing for simple geometries like square duct, circular pipe 3. O-grid hexa meshing for circular pipe 4. Tetrahedral meshing for simple geometries including fluid and solid domains 5. Preprocessing in FLUENT – Case setup and analyzing for already mesh generated

model 6. Steady state temperature distribution in a rectangular plate (ANSYS Fluent and FDM) 7. Diffuser for a hydropower turbine 8. Flow over an airfoil - Laminar and turbulent flow 9. Supersonic flow past a wedge in a channel 10. Exercise (for each student – different exercise) from FLUENT tutorial (case setup,

analyzing, and post-processing)

60 [Non-

Contact Hours]

17

Total Lab Hours 30

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Text Books

1. John D Anderson, “Computational Fluid Dynamics – The Basics with Applications”, McGraw Hill, New York, 2012.

2. Muralidhar K and Sundararajan T, “Computational Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer”, Narosa Publications, New Delhi, 2014.

Reference Books 1. Chung T.J, “Computational Fluid Dynamics”, Cambridge University Press, London, 2014. 2. David C Wilcox, “Turbulence Modeling for CFD”, DCW Industries, Inc, 2006.

3. Versteeg H.K and Malalasekara W, “An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics - The Finite Volume Method', Longman, 2008.

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XXX MULTIPHASE FLOW L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Momentum Transfer 3, 0, 0, 0,3 Heat Transfer

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Introduction to multiphase flow, types and applications Basic fluid flow concepts: Flow field description – conservation laws – viscous flow – turbulent flow – pressure drop - Review of Single Phase Flow, Scope and significance, applications

4 1,2

2

Flow pattern maps and Regime Flow patterns for gas-liquid, gas-solid, liquid-liquid, liquid-solid system. Heated tubes – horizontal – vertical- Vertical flow, horizontal flow, co-current, counter current systems. Gas-liquid-solid three phase flows.

5 1,2,6

3 One dimensional steady state flow

Definitions and common Terminologies, simple analytical model, homogenous flow model

5 4,5

4 Drift flux model General theory of drift flux model and its application

4 5,9

5 Separated flow model The separated flow model for stratified and annular flow. Correction factor and analysis 

4 5,6,7

6 Two phase flow with phase change Boiling flow heat transfer, regimes, bubble growth

4 4

7

Measurement techniques Sampling Methods - Integral Methods – Local Measurement techniques: Laser Doppler Anemometer & Phase Doppler Anemometer, particle Image Velocitimetry.

2 2,4

8 Advanced topic Invited lecture, seminar on recent topic in multiphase flow.

2 3,10,11

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Written Examination, Assignment and Seminar

Text Books: 1. Wallis, One Dimensional Two-phase flow, , Mc Graw Hill Book Company, New York, 2000. 2. John G. Collier and John R. Thome, Convective Boiling and CondensationOxford University Press, 3rd

Edition, 2002. References

1. Clement Klein Strever ,Two Phase Flow – Theory and Applications, Taylor and Francis, New York, 2003. Clayton Crowe, Martis Somerfeld, Yutaka Tsuji, Multiphase flows with droplets and particlesCRC Press, Boca Raton, 1998.

2. Two Phase Flow, Harwell series, Edited by Butterworth and Hewitt. Oxford University Press

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XXX OPTIMIZATION OF CHEMICAL PROCESSES L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: Complex variables and Partial Differential equations 3, 0, 0,0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Formulation of optimization problems Mathematical concepts of optimization. Taylor expansion, Gradient, Hessian etc. Quadratic functions. Convex functions and sets. Gaussian elimination method.

4 1,2

2 Models for optimization Selection of function, degrees of freedom, factorial experimental design, constraints in model

4 1,2,6

3

Linear and nonlinear Least square problems One-dimensional search - Methods requiring derivatives (Newton-Raphson, Secant etc) Region elimination methods (Interval halving, Golden section) Polynomial approximations (quadratic & Cubic).

5 4,5

4

Multivariable Optimization

Unconstrained multivariable optimization - Graphical visualization (contour plots, 3D plots) - Gradient based methods( Steepest descent, conjugate direction, and Newton methods)

3 4,5,6

5 Multivariable Optimization

Linear programming (LP) - Graphical solution - Simplex Method - Sensitivity analysis - Concept of duality - Introduction to interior-point method.

3 4,5,6,7

6

Nonlinear Programming Nonlinear programming (NLP) with constraints - Lagrange multipliers - Graphical illustration of NLP problems - KKT necessary and sufficient conditions - Quadratic programming - Successive linear and quadratic programming. Integer and mixed integer programming. (IP and MIP) - Graphical solution - Branch and bound methods.

7 4,5,6,7

7

Dynamic programming Dynamic programming - Minimum cost routing problems - Solution of separable nonlinear programming problems. Global optimization problems. - Introduction to multi objective optimization problems- Pareto optimal solutions (graphical illustration) -

7 5,9,10

8 Value Added Program Introduction to evolutionary algorithms guest lecture, seminar, Case study - analysis

3 3,9,10,11

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books:

1. T. F. Edger, D. M. Himmelblau, and L. S. Lasdon, Optimization of chemical processes by McGraw-Hill, Second edition, 2001

Reference Books: 1. F. S. Hillier, and G. J. Lieberman, Introduction to operations research by McGraw-Hill, Seventh edition 2001. 2. Singiresu S Rao, 'Engineering Optimization: Theory and Practice, 4th Edition, John Wiley & Sons Ltd., 2009 3. Mohan C. Joshi and Kannan M. Moudgalya , 'Optimization: Theory and Practice', Alpha Science

International Limited, 2004 4. K. Urbanier and C. McDermott, 'Optimal Design of Process Equipment', John Wiley & Sons, 1986

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XXX FERMENTATION TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction to fermentation processes Basic Microbiology, Microbial growth - Batch, Continuous and fed batch culture, Industrial applications.

6 1,2

2 Component parts of fermentation process Biomass, enzymes, metabolites and biotransformation

5 1,2

3 Microbial Strain Management: The isolation preservation and improvement of industrial microorganisms. Isolation and storage methods

5 1

4 Media and industrial fermentations Media formulation, energy, carbon and nitrogen sources micro nutrients, oxygen requirements.

4 1,2

5

Preparation of Media & Innocula: Preparation of media and air for pure culture fermentation. Media sterilization, Batch and continuous sterilization processes, Sterilization of fibrous filters and their design, Development of inocula: for processes involving yeast, bacterial, fungi, Aseptic inoculation of plant fermentations.

6 1

6

Design of Fermenter Basic functions of fermenter – Aeration and agitation – process requirements and mechanical design aspects. Maintenance of aseptic conditions, foam control in stirred and sparred tanks fermenters. Tower fermenter, Packed tower, Air lift and rotating disc fermenters, Solid State fermentation.

8 2,4

7

Downstream Processing Recovery and purification of fermentation products. Filtration and centrifugation basic concepts Cell disruption for releasing intro cellular products. Liquid – liquid extraction, chromatography and ultrafiltration.

6 1

8 Process technology for bulk products Production of alcohols, organic acids, enzymes, and antibiotics – flow sheet and process description of modern processes

5 2

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. PF Stanbury , A. Whitaker and Steve Hall, Principles of Fermentation Technology, 3rd Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann (2015)

Reference Books 1. Ashok Pandey, Christian Larroche, Carlos Ricardo Soccol, Advances in Fermentation Technology, Asiatech

Publishers Inc.,(2008) 2. A Rhodes and Pletcher. D.L Principles of Industrial Microbiology, Pergamon Press (1977) Modern

Technology of Bioprocessing Published by Engineers India Research Institute

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XXX FOOD PROCESS ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction to Food Macromolecules-proteins ,Enzymes, Carbohydrates, Micronutrients, Water, Interactions

4 1,2

2 Food Microbiology Deteriorative factors and Control. Food additives and preservatives. Adulteration

5 1,2

3 Material and energy calculations in food processing. 4 1,

4 Unit operations in food processing Material handling, heat transfer, mixing, size reduction, mechanical separations

6 1,2

5

Food Preservation Techniques Drying and dehydration, Irradiation, Microwave Heating, Sterilization and Pasteurization – Cleaning/sanitation In Process (CIP and SIP), Fermentation and Pickling,

6 1

6 Processing of Cereal Grains, Pulses, Vegetables, Fruits, Spices, Fats and Oils, Bakery, Confectionary and Chocolate Products Soft and Alcoholic Beverages, Dairy Products, Meat, Poultry and Fish Products, Advances in food processing

9 2,4,6

7

Packaging and canning Concepts, definition, Significance, classification – fresh and processed; Basic packaging materials, types of packaging, Packaging methods. Newer methods of thermal processing� batch and continuous; application of infra�red, microwaves. packaging design, retort pouch packing, vacuum packaging; costs of packaging and recycling of materials and Labelling

7 2,4,6,9

8 Food quality parameters and their evaluation FSSAI and safety concepts in food processing. Quality control and Food standard organizations

4 2,10

Total Lecture Hours 45 Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. Majumdar, A.S. “Dehydration of Products of Biological Origin” Oxford / IBH, 2004. Majumdar, A.S. “Dehydration of Products of Biological Origin” Oxford / IBH, 2004.

2. Marcus Karel,Daryl Lund,”Physical Principles of Food Preservation”, Marcel Dekker Inc, USA, 2003 3. Srinivasan Damodaran, Kirk L. Parkin, Owen R Fennema. Food Chemistry, 4th edition 2007. 4. R L Earle, M D Earle. “Unit operations in Food Processing”, Published by New Zealand Institute of Food

Science and Technology Inc. copy right 1983 Reference Books

1. Gopala Rao, Chandra “Essentials of Food Processing Engineering”, BS Publications, 2006. 2. Khetarpaul, Neelam, “Food Processing and Preservation”, Daya Publications, 2005. 3. M.Karel, O.R. Fennema and D.B. Lund, Principles of Food Science‐Part‐II": Physical Method of Food

Preservation Marcel Dekker Inc. India Ltd. 4. Heid J L, Josyln M A, Fundamentals of Food Processing Operation, 3rd Edition. The AVI Publishing Co.,

Westport, 1967. 5. Heldman D R, Food Process Engineering. The AVI Publishing Co., 1965

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XXX INDUSTRIAL POLLUTION ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction to Industrial Pollution Engineering Engineering, ethics and environment. Ecological systems and pollution. Fundamental definition of pollution parameters‐ air and water quality criteria

5 2,3

2 Standards and legislation EIA. EIS EMP. Air and water pollution management through waste minimization

5 2,3,18

3 Industrial air pollution management Air pollution meteorology (generation transportation and dispersion of air pollutants). Outlines of industrial air pollution control.

5 2,3

4

Selection & design of equipments Selection design and performance analysis of air pollution control equipment: gravity settling chambers, air cyclones, ESPs, filters and wet scrubbers. Outlines of industrial air pollution control

5 2,3,6,18

5 Water pollution and water treatment Industrial water pollution management: waste water treatment processes, pre‐treatment, primary and secondary treatment process.

6 3,5,

6 Advanced wastewater treatment Advanced wastewater treatment processes, Design of sedimentation tanks and biological treatment processes

6 6,11,

7 Solids Disposal Solids waste disposal – compositing, landfill, briquetting/gasification and incineration.

8 2,14

8 Case studies Solid, Liquid and Gas Handling (Petroleum, Tannery, Fertilizer, Cement, Nuclear waste, Municipal solid waste, Biological wastes) ,EMS,ISO14001

5 11,17

Total Lecture Hours 45 Teaching Modes: Lectures; Guest lecture , Industrial visit, seminar Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips, Enquiry based learning Text Books

1. Amit Gupta .Industrial Safety and Environment, , Laxmi Publications Pvt Ltd., New Delhi, 2006.

2. Clifton A. Ericson, II, Hazard Analysis Techniques for System Safety, , Wiley Interscience Publications, 2005. ISBN: 978-0-471-73941-8

Reference Books 1. Rao C.S. "Environmental Pollution Control Engineering,” 2nd Edition, New Age International Publishers,

2006. 2. Gilbert M. Masters, “Introduction to Environmental Engineering and Science”, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall,

1998. 3. Vallero D; “Fundamentals of air pollution”, 4th Ed; Academic Press 4. Eckenfelder w.w; “Industrial Water Pollution Control”, 2nd Ed; McGraw Hill 5. Kreith F. and Tchobanoglous G., “handbook of solid waste management”, 2Ed; McGraw Hill

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XXX MEMBRANE SEPARATIONS TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: NIL 2, 0, 0, 4,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Membrane Materials, Preparation and Characterization Introduction, Historical development of membranes, types of membrane processes, types of synthetic membranes, membrane materials, membrane module. Membrane preparation – Phase inversion process. Measurement of pore size and Solute rejection properties – visual methods, bubble pressure or point, liquid displacement, permporometry, molecular weight cut-off (MWCO), microbial challenge test.

4 1,2,4,5,

2

Membrane Transport Theory Membrane transport theory – Introduction, solution-diffusion model, structure-permeability relationship in solution diffusion membranes, pore-flow membranes.

4 1,2,3,4,5

3

Concentration Polarization Concentration polarization – Introduction, boundary layer film model, determination of Peclet no. concentration polarization in liquid separation process. Cross-flow, co-flow, counter-flow.

4 1,2,4,5,9

4

Microfiltration and Ultra filtration Microfiltration: Introduction and history, applications; recent trends and progress in MF/UF technology. Ultra filtration: Introduction and history – characterization of ultrafiltration membranes – concentration polarization and membrane fouling, membrane cleaning – membrane and modules – system design – application.

5 1,2,4,5,6.7

5

Nanofiltration Nanofiltration: Introduction – process principles – application of nanofiltration for the production of drinking water and process water – solvent resistance nanofiltration.

4 1,2,3,4,5,8,9

6

Reverse Osmosis Reverse osmosis: Introduction – membrane categories – membrane selectivity – membrane transport concentration polarization – membrane modules – membrane fouling control – membrane cleaning applications.

4 1,2,4,5,

7

Recent Membranes and other membrane processes Recent material and module configurations for Microfiltration and ultrafiltration‐Thin film composite membranes – Biofouling protection: Integrated membrane systems. Gas separation: Hydrogen separation‐large scale dehydrogenations with inorganic membrane – oxygen and oxygen enriched air ,Osmotic membrane distillation and Ceramic membranes

4 1,2,4,5,

8 Industrial visit, Seminar.Guest lecture. 1 1,3,5,7,9

Total Lecture Hours 30

Mode Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study the thermal equipments, Min of 2 lectures by industry experts Text Books

1. Richard D Novel and Alexander Stern,Membrane Separation Technology - Principles and applications, membrane sciences and technology series, Edited by Elesvier publications, 3rd reprint, 2003.

Reference Books 1. Richard W Baker, Membrane technology & applications, Wiley Publisher 2004. 2. Kaushik Nath , Membrane Separation Processes, edited by, Prentice Hall of India publications, 2008.

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XXX FLUIDIZATION ENGINEERING L,T,P,J,C

Pre-Req: 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1

Introduction to Fluidization Concept of Fluidization - Special Features of Fluidization - Comparison with other Contacting Methods - Advantages and Disadvantages of Fluidized Beds - Industrial Applications of Fluidized Beds - Historical Highlights - Physical Operation - Chemical Operations.

6 1, 2,11

2 Characterization of Fluidization I Gross Behaviour of Fluidized Beds – Minimum and Terminal Velocities in Fluidized Beds

6 1,2, 9

3 Characterization of Fluidization II Geldart Classifications of Particles – Mapping Of Fluidization Regions – Design Of Distributors – Power Consumption

6 1,2,5,9

4

Bubble Mechanics in Fluidized Beds Bubbles in Dense Beds - Single Rising Bubble - Coalescence and Splitting of Bubbles – Bubble Formation above a Distributor. Bubbling Fluidized Beds - Experimental Findings - Estimation of Bed Properties - Bubbling Bed Model

6 1,2, 7, 9

5

Entrainment and Elutriation Free Board Behaviour - Entertainment from Tall and Short Vessels. Constant Approach. Flow Pattern of Gases through Fluidized Beds - Solid Movement - Mixing, Segregation and Staging

6 1, 2, 9

6

Heat Transfer in Fluidized Beds Heat Transfer between Fluid and Solid - Determination and Interpretation of Heat Transfer. Heat Transfer between Fluidized Beds and Surface - Experimental Findings and Theoretical Studies.

5 1,2,5,7

7 Miscellaneous systems Conical fluidized bed, Inverse fluidized bed, Draft tube systems, Semi fluidized bed systems, Annular systems and typical applications.

6 1, 2, 9

8 Industrial visit, guest lecture, seminar. 4 1, 2

Total Lecture Hours 45

Mode: Video lectures and demonstrations, Flipped class room, Interactive sessions with multimedia tools, Visit to industry Text Books:

1. Diazo Kumi & Levenspiel Fluidization Engineering John Wiley, 1971. Reference Books

1. Howard, J.R., Fluidized Bed Technology: Principles and Applications, Adam 2. Howard, J.R. (Ed.), Fluidized beds: Combustion and Applications, Applied Science Publishers, New York,

1983 3. Grace, J.R., Avidan, A.A. and Knowlton, T.M., Circulating Fluidized Beds, Blackie Academic of

Professional, London, 1997. 4. Reed, T.B., Biomass Gasification: Principles and Technology, Noyes Data Corporation, New Jersey, 1981. 5. Kwauk, M., Fluidization – Idealized and Bubbleless with applications, Science Press, 1992.

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XXX POLYMER TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Introduction Monomer; polymers and their classification: Degree of polymerization. Polymeric reaction: addition; condensation and copolymerization.

5 1

2 Methods of Polymerization Bulk, solution, emulsion and suspension polymerization.

6 1,2,5

3

Structure and size of polymer Structure of polymers: Characterization of polymers: Molecular weight, Crystallinity, glasstransition temperature and mechanical properties: testing of polymers.

6 1,2

4 Processing additives Fillers, plasticizers; Anti-oxidants; colorants; stabilizers; and other related additives.

6 1,2

5 Processing Techniques Injection; compression transfer and moulding methods calendaring; extrusion; thermoforming; powder coating.

6 1,17

6 Polymeric materials I Polyethylene; polypropylene; polystyrene, polymethyl methacrylate; polyvinyl chloride; polytetrafluoroethylene; polyacrylate;

6 1

7 Polymeric materials II Nylon 6, nylon 6, 6 and polyesters. Phenol formaldehyde, urea formaldehyde and melamine formaldehyde epoxy: urethanes and Silicones.

5 1

8

Special and bio polymers Polycarbonates, polysulphones aromatic polyamides; aromatic polyester; photo conductive; wool silk and cellulose derivatives, Protein based polymers and Bio nano composites

5 1

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Laboratory learning; Assignments; Field Trips Problem based / Enquiry based learning; e-learning; Learning through research Text Books

1. V R Gowariker, NV Viswanathan. Jayadev Sreedhar “Polymer Science” New age Publishers. Reference Books

1. DC Miles, JH Briston, “Polymer Technology” Chemical Publishing Co., Inc New York 1979. 2. Williams DJ, Polymer Science and Engg, Prentice Hall New York 1971.

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XXX FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY L,T,P,J,C Pre-Req: NIL 3, 0, 0, 0,3

Module Topics L Hrs SLO

1 Production of Ammonia Feed stocks for the production of Ammonia. Processes for gassification of fossil fuel and methods of production of ammonia and nitric acid.

7 2,5,12

2

Nitrogenous Fertilizers Nitrogenous fertilizers – Ammonium sulphate, urea, Ammonium chloride, Ammonium nitrate and calcium ammonium nitrate, Their methods of production, characteristics and specification, storage and handling.

6 2,12

3

Phosphatic Fertilizers Phosphatic Fertilizers: Raw materials – phosphate rock, sulphur, pyrites etc. Processes for the production of sulphuric and phosphoric acids. Phosphatic fertilizers – ground rock phosphate, bone meal – single superphosphate, triple superphosphate, thermal phosphates and their methods of production, characteristics and specifications.

6 2,3,5

4

Potassic Fertilizers Methods of production: their characteristics and specifications. Complex fertilizers: Methods of production of ammonium phosphate, sulphate, diammonium phosphate, nitrophosphates.

5 2,3

5 NPK Fertilizers NPK fertilizers: Urea – Ammonium phosphate, monoammonium phosphate and various grades of NPK fertilizers produced in the country

6 2,3,5

6

Other Fertilizer Fertilizers and granulated mixtures; Biofertilisers, Nutrient - Secondary nutrients and micronutrients; Fluid fertilizers, controlled release fertilizers. Pollution from fertilizer industry

7 2,12

7 Pollution control Solid, liquid and gaseous pollution control and standards.

3 1,8,9.10

8 Guest lecture, Industrial visit and seminar 5 10,11,17,1

8

Total Lecture Hours 45

Teaching Modes: Lectures; Independent study; Assignments; Field Trips, Enquiry based learning Text Books 1.George.T.Austin- Shreve's Chemical process Industries-Tata Mc Graw Hill ,2012 Reference Books

1. M.G. Senor ,Fertilizer Industry – An Introduction Survey, , HigginBothams , 1975 2. “Handbook of fertiliser technology", Association of India, New Delhi, 1977. 3. Menon, M.G.; "Fertiliser Industry � An Introductory Survey", Higginbothams Pvt. Ltd., 1973. 4. Sauchelli, V.; “The Chemistry and Technology of Fertilisers ", ACS 5. MONOGRAPH No. 148, Reinhold Publishing Cor. New York, 1980. 6. Fertiliser Manual, “United Nations Industrial Development Organisation", United Nations, New York, 1967. 7. Slack, A.V.; Chemistry and Technology of Fertilisers, Interscience, NewYork, 1966.

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