Separation Processes, Design and Operation

Thermodynamics of separation processes, convective mass transfer, mass transfer by diffusion, film theory.

Single equilibrium stages and cascades.

Examples of separation processes.

Basic principles and design methods for equipment used in equilibrium stage separation processes, such as distillation, absorption, stripping (desorption), extraction, crystallization and mechanical separation processes, such as sedimentation, filtration and membrane separations.

The developed knowledge and acquired skills are tested by means of a group project. Upon submission of group project, an written examination on the obtained separation technology knowledge finalizes the course. The final grade will be determined by the group project and final exam.