Heat and Mass Transfer
In this course, we will build upon our knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics to learn the principles of heat and mass transfer. Although the principles of heat and mass transfer have widespread usage in the chemical process industry, these principles are also applied in food science, pharmaceutical, and other industries. First, we will begin by learning the three principle modes and mechanisms of heat transfer. After developing a strong understanding of how heat and energy are transported, we will consider mass transfer as an analogous transport process by which matter is transported by diffusion. We will then consider how both energy and mass are transported by convective motion and apply the analogies and relationships between convective momentum, heat, and mass transfer. Throughout the course, we will use multiphysics simulation software to help us enhance our transport phenomena learning experience. Lastly, we will apply all of these principles to the design of heat transfer equipment, particularly heat exchangers. To accomplish this, we will learn process simulation software to aid us in heat exchanger design.
Prerequisites: Ma 240, ChE 221, ChE 232, and ChE 341
Credits: 4.00
Course Code: ChE 342