Description

Theory
1

Theory/Practice
2

Instructors

Paula Cristina Silva

Contents

CP1- Mass Transfer
CP1.1- Introduction to mass transfer and diffusion: models for diffusion; diffusion in dilute solutions; Fick's 1st Law; diffusion through a film; convection and diffusion; diffusion in concentrated solutions; diffusion with convection; different forms of the diffusion equations (3/15).
CP1.2- Mass Transfer Coefficients: general definition; correlations of Mass Transfer coefficients; Mass transfer through interfaces (2/15).
CP2- Unit Operations of Mass Transfer
CP2.1- Introduction to the unit operations of separation by mass transfer (1/15)
CP2.2- Absorption: objectives and industrial importance; equipment; modes of operation; calculation methods (4/15)
CP2.3- Solid-liquid extraction: objectives and industrial importance; equipment; modes of operation; calculation methods (5/15).

Learning Outcomes

OB1: Apply mass transfer principles and governing equations, together with material balances, to absorption/desorption and solid–liquid extraction operations.

OB2: Analyse and solve diffusion and convection problems involving mass transfer.

OB3: Analyse mass transfer between phases using transfer coefficient concepts.

OB4: Apply equilibrium relationships and operating lines to determine composition profiles in separation equipment.

OB5: Design solid–liquid absorption and extraction equipment for batch and continuous steady-state operations.

OB6: Select appropriate methods to predict performance and evaluate the effect of operating conditions on separation processes.