Advanced Separation Processes

This subject builds on earlier studies of heat and mass transfer to build student capacity in the design of a range of separation processes. The subject commences with the design of evaporators and distillation processes, extending knowledge of heat transfer processes to two phase systems. Understanding of mass transport is then extended to encompass reactive solvents and this knowledge then applied to the design of gas absorption, humidification and solvent extraction processes. Hydraulic aspects of plate and packed columns, as well as fluidised beds are considered. The design of gas and liquid phase membrane processes complete the subject. Experience in the use of appropriate simulation packages such as HYSYS are incorporated throughout the content.