BCHE 3420

Jim Kastner, Room 505 Driftmier Engineering

Spring 2017
Kinetics and Reactor Design
BCHE 3420
3 Hrs (1ES, 2 Design)

Professor: Dr. Kastner (Rm 505, Driftmier Engineering Center)

Office Hours: By appointment or whenever Im in my office.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1212 and BIOL 1104 and BCHE 2910

Pre or Co-requisite: ENGR 3520

Courses that require this course as a prerequisite: BCHE 4180

Description: This course presents the fundamentals of engineering science and design related to
chemical and biochemical kinetics of reactions.

Objective: To teach students, through classroom lectures and design problems, the introductory
fundamental engineering principals of chemical and biochemical kinetics of reactions and reactor
design. Students will use these principles to design, collect, and analyze reaction rate data, and to
size and scale industrial reactors. This knowledge will allow students to design industrial scale
reactors for green synthesis (e.g., cellulosic ethanol), pharmaceutical (e.g., aspirin production),
biochemical (e.g., enzymes for stonewashing jeans), biological (e.g., biodiesel), and environmental
processes (e.g., wastewater treatment).

Texts: Fogler H.S. Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, 4th Edition

ISBN 0-13-047394-4

Publisher Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ.

Semester: Spring

Grading Scheme:

+/- point scale A(100-95); A- (94-90); B+(89-85); B(84-80); C(79-75); C-(74-70); D(69-60)
Three Major Tests: 35%
Homework: 20%
Design Problem 20%
Comprehensive Final 25%

Test Format: Open Book, Open Notes, In some cases - Take Home Exams
Late Homework: One day late 20 points, > one day, no points
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PROCESS SAFETY REQUIREMENT:

In order to pass this course you must complete the AICHE Safety and Chemical Engineering
Certificate Program

SAChE and AIChE will provide a Certificate of Completion to every student who completes the
program and demonstrates proficiency in process safety.

Students can access the modules at any time and complete them at their own pace. SAChE modules
are free for active AIChE student members; all they have to do is log in with their own AIChE
student membership information. Please go to www.aiche.org/students to learn more and/or to
become an AIChE member at no cost to them.

ACADEMIC HONESTY: The University of Georgia seeks to promote and ensure academic
honesty and personal integrity among students and other members of the University Community.
A policy on academic honesty has been developed to serve these goals. All academic work must
meet the standards contained in A Culture of Honesty. All students are responsible to
inform themselves about those standards before performing any academic work. More
specific details pertaining to academic honesty may be found at the web site for The University of
Georgia Office of the Vice President for Instruction http://www.uga.edu/honesty/

Engineering Professionalism: Engineers make great contributions to society. Engineering is a very

satisfying profession that provides many rewards but is demanding and requires hard work. The
engineering profession is governed by a code of ethics. Engineering faculty at the University of
Georgia expect students to act in a professional manner at all times and develop the work ethics
required for a successful engineering career. Engineering students at the University of Georgia are
responsible for maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and professional practice.

DEPARTMENTAL GRADING POLICY REGARDING COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Thirty percent (30%) of the grade on all written assignments (lab reports and papers) and oral
presentations will be based on quality of communication. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and
clarity of writing are evidence of written communication quality. Enunciation, voice projection,
clarity and logical order of the presentation and effective use of visual aids are evidence of oral
communication quality.

Topic Outline:

1. Brief Introduction to Thermodynamics of Chemical Reactions

2. Introduction to Green Chemistry
3. Reaction Rate and Reactor Design Equations
4. Reactor Sizing
5. Rate Law and Stoichiometry
6. Isothermal Reactor Design
7. Non-Isothermal Reactor Design
8. Collection and Analysis of Rate Data
9. Multiple Reactions
10. Bioreactions and Bioreactors
11. Residence Time Distributions and Non-Ideal Reactors

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Typical Class Schedule: Designed for a MWF Class

Kinetics and Reactor Design BCHE 3420

Period Spring 2017 Topic Reading
No. Assignment
Chapters
1 Criterion for Chemical Equilibrium Notes
2 Extent of Reaction Notes
3 Equilibrium Constant, Standard Heat of Reaction Notes
4 Equilibrium Compositions Gas Phase Notes

5 Reaction Rate and Mole Balance 1

6 Design Equations 1
7 Design Equations 1
8 Conversion and Reactor Sizing 2
9 Conversion and Reactor Sizing 2
10 Conversion and Reactor Sizing 2
11 Brief Introduction to Green Chemistry Notes
12 Brief Introduction to Green Chemistry Notes
13 Exam
14 Rate Laws and Stoichiometry, Isothermal Reactor Design 3
15 Rate Laws and Stoichiometry, Isothermal Reactor Design 3
16 Rate Laws and Stoichiometry, Isothermal Reactor Design 3
17 Rate Laws and Stoichiometry, Isothermal Reactor Design 3
18 Isothermal Reactor Design 4
19 Isothermal Reactor Design 4
20 Isothermal Reactor Design 4
21 Isothermal Reactor Design 4
22 Isothermal Reactor Design 4
23 Collection and Analysis of Rate Data 5
24 Collection and Analysis of Rate Data 5
25 Collection and Analysis of Rate Data 5
26 Collection and Analysis of Rate Data 5
27 Collection and Analysis of Rate Data 5
28 Exam
29 Multiple Reactions 6
30 Multiple Reactions 6
31 Bioreactions and Bioreactors 7
32 Bioreactions and Bioreactors 7
33 Bioreactions and Bioreactors 7
35 Bioreactions and Bioreactors 7
36 Non-Isothermal Reactor Design-Steady State 8
37 Non-Isothermal Reactor Design-Steady State 8
38 Non-Isothermal Reactor Design-Steady State 9
39 Non-Isothermal Reactor Design-Steady State 9
40 Exam
41 Brief Introduction to Catalysts 10
42 Brief Introduction to Catalysts 10
43 Residence Time Distribution 13
44 Residence Time Distribution 13
45 Residence Time Distribution 13
46 Non-Ideal Reactors 14
47 Non-Ideal Reactors 14

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Course Learning Objectives Matrix:

Course Learning Objectives: Course Assessmenta Extent of Coverage of Program

Upon Successful Completion of this Outcomes (ABET Criterion 3)
Course the Student Will Be Able To:
Understand, calculate, measure and use A, B, C, D, G, H a-xxx, e-x, h-xxx, j-xxx
chemical and biochemical kinetics
Understand how to measure and analyze A, B, C, D, G, H a-xxx, b-xx, e-x, k-xxx
rate data
Understand how to size and design A, B, C, D, G, H a-xxx, c-xxx, e-xx, h-xxx, k-xxx
bio/enviro/chemical reactors
Understand and apply enzyme and A, B, C, D, G, H a-xxx, e-xx
microbial kinetics
Understand how to integrate engineering D, E a-xxx, b-xx, c-xxx, e-xx,
sciences, kinetics and reactor design h-xxx, k-xxx
principals to design biochemical
processes
Understand Process Safety Related to A, B, G a-xxx, c-xxx, e-xx,
Runaway Reactions h-xxx, k-xxx

a
Course Assessment Methods
A- Homework, B- Example Problems, C-Hourly Exams, D-Design Project
E- Computer Based Projects, F- Laboratory Exercise, G-Final Exam, H- Student Evaluation

Extent of Coverage Weighting Factors: x some, xx moderate, xxx - extensive

ABET EC-2000 Criterion 3 Program Outcomes:

a) Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
b) Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
c) Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
d) Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
e) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
f) Understanding professional and ethical responsibility
g) Ability to communicate effectively
h) Broad educational background necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global and societal context
i) Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
j) Knowledge of contemporary issues
k) Ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering
practice

Overall Course Contribution to Program Outcomes

a) Extensive
b) Moderate (analyze and interpret data, labs in separate course)
c) Extensive
d) None
e) Extensive
f) Moderate
g) Some
h) Moderate
j) Moderate
k) Extensive