This module focuses on CSTR heat management, addressing the unique challenges associated with temperature control in stirred tank reactors. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to design control systems that ensure optimal thermal conditions for CSTR operations.
This introductory module sets the stage for the course by outlining its objectives and significance in the field of chemical process control. It will cover:
By the end of this module, participants will have a clear understanding of what to expect and how the knowledge gained will apply to their careers.
This module delves into process dynamics and the fundamental concept of negative feedback, essential for effective control system design. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to analyze process behavior and apply feedback mechanisms to enhance control system performance.
This module focuses on PID control, a widely used control strategy in chemical processes. Participants will learn about:
By the end of this module, students will have the knowledge to implement and tune PID controllers effectively.
In this module, students will examine common industrial control loops and advanced control strategies. The content includes:
This module will provide students with insights into selecting and implementing control loops effectively within a chemical process environment.
This module continues the exploration of advanced control loops and introduces multivariable control systems. Key discussions will cover:
Students will gain a deeper understanding of how to design and implement effective control strategies in complex chemical processes.
This module covers systematic tuning of control systems using frequency domain analysis. Participants will learn about:
By the end of this module, students will be equipped with the skills to analyze and tune control systems effectively using frequency domain methods.
This module focuses exclusively on frequency domain analysis. It will cover:
Students will enhance their understanding of how frequency response impacts control strategies and process performance.
This module is dedicated to multivariable systems, emphasizing their complexity and control challenges. Topics include:
Students will learn to navigate the intricacies of controlling systems with multiple inputs and outputs effectively.
This module introduces the concept of Relative Gain Array (RGA) and dynamic decoupling. Key learning points include:
Students will understand how to evaluate and implement RGA for effective control in complex processes.
This module covers model-based control approaches, focusing on the integration of process models into control strategies. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to develop and apply models for enhanced control performance in various chemical processes.
This module introduces Dynamic Matrix Control (DMC), a key advanced control strategy. Participants will learn about:
Students will gain insights into how to implement and optimize DMC for improved process control.
This module focuses on the control of distillation columns, a vital unit operation in chemical processing. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to design effective control systems for distillation processes, enhancing efficiency and product quality.
This module delves into temperature inferential distillation control, a method used to enhance control precision. Topics include:
Students will understand how to implement inferential control techniques to optimize distillation operations.
This module examines considerations in temperature inferential control, highlighting its complexities and importance. Key aspects include:
Students will gain insights into the nuances of temperature inferential control and its impact on process efficiency.
This module covers the control of complex column configurations in distillation processes. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to navigate the intricacies of controlling advanced distillation setups for optimal performance.
This module focuses on the control of heat integrated columns, exploring their design and operational strategies. Key points include:
Students will understand how to design efficient control systems for heat integrated columns, enhancing energy efficiency in chemical processes.
This module examines homogeneous extractive distillation, a specialized technique in separation processes. Topics covered include:
Students will learn how to implement and optimize control systems for homogeneous extractive distillation processes.
This module covers more on complex columns and reactive distillation. Key discussions will include:
Students will enhance their knowledge of controlling complex distillation processes and the integration of reaction and separation.
This module addresses the control of reactors, a fundamental aspect of chemical processes. Topics include:
Students will learn how to design control systems that enhance reactor efficiency and product yield.
This module continues the discussion on PFR (Plug Flow Reactor) controls and introduces Continuous Stirred Tank Reactors (CSTRs). Key elements include:
Students will understand how to implement effective control systems in both PFR and CSTR setups.
This module focuses on CSTR heat management, addressing the unique challenges associated with temperature control in stirred tank reactors. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to design control systems that ensure optimal thermal conditions for CSTR operations.
This module covers heat exchangers and miscellaneous systems control, emphasizing their importance in chemical processes. Topics include:
Students will learn how to implement control systems to enhance performance in heat exchangers and other related systems.
This module introduces degrees of freedom analysis, a critical concept in control system design. Key learning points include:
Students will gain insights into how degrees of freedom affect control strategies and system performance.
This module continues the exploration of degrees of freedom, offering a deeper dive into its applications. Key elements include:
Students will learn how to apply degrees of freedom analysis to enhance control system effectiveness in various scenarios.
This module illustrates considerations in control structure synthesis, focusing on the factors that influence effective control design. Key discussions include:
Students will learn how to approach control structure design systematically for improved process management.
This module covers the two-column recycle process, a common configuration in chemical processes. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to design and implement control systems for two-column recycle processes effectively.
This module focuses on throughput manipulator selection, a critical aspect of plantwide control design. Key discussions will include:
Students will learn how to choose the right throughput manipulators to optimize plant operations.
This module introduces plantwide control structure design, emphasizing the systematic approach to designing effective control systems. Topics include:
Students will learn how to systematically design control structures for improved process efficiency and profitability.
This module focuses on systematizing plantwide control design, outlining a structured approach to develop effective control systems. Key elements include:
Students will learn how to apply a structured approach to enhance control system effectiveness across various processes.
This module introduces the Luyben design procedure, a recognized methodology for plantwide control system design. Key discussions will include:
Students will learn how to apply the Luyben procedure to develop effective control systems in their projects.
This module addresses the role of equipment capacity constraints in plantwide control design. Key topics include:
Students will learn how to consider equipment capacity when designing control systems for optimal performance.
This module presents a recycle process case study, illustrating the application of control design principles learned in the course. Key discussions will include:
Students will understand how to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through this case study.
This module continues the recycle process case study, providing further insights into its complexities and control strategies. Key topics include:
Students will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in recycle processes and control design.
This module examines the C4 isomerization process, illustrating its importance and control challenges. Key discussions will include:
Students will learn how to design and implement control systems for the C4 isomerization process effectively.
This module continues the examination of the C4 isomerization process, providing deeper insights into its control complexities. Key topics include:
Students will enhance their understanding of the intricacies involved in controlling the C4 isomerization process.
This module revisits the C4 isomerization process case study, reinforcing the concepts learned throughout the course. Key discussions will include:
Students will reflect on the entire case study and its relevance to their learning and future applications.
This module focuses on the systematic economic plantwide control design procedure, emphasizing the importance of economic factors in control design. Key points include:
Students will learn how to design control systems that optimize both technical performance and economic viability.
This module presents an ethyl benzene process case study, illustrating the application of control design principles in a real-world scenario. Key discussions will include:
Students will understand how to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through this case study.
This module revisits the C4 isomerization process, focusing on its complexities, control strategies, and lessons learned. Key discussions will include:
Students will reflect on the learning outcomes from this process and its relevance to future applications.
This final module contrasts conventional and top-down approaches to plantwide control design, emphasizing the strengths and weaknesses of each. Key points include:
Students will learn how to evaluate and choose the appropriate approach for their specific control design challenges.
This module focuses on the Cumene process and its plantwide control design, illustrating effective control strategies in action. Key discussions will include:
Students will gain insights into practical applications of plantwide control design in the Cumene process.