Bruce A Finlayson Books

Step-by-step instructions enable chemical engineers to master key software programs and tackle complex problems. Today, students and professionals face challenges in areas such as refineries, fuel cells, microreactors, and pharmaceutical plants. This guide teaches readers to solve these issues using computers and software like Excel, MATLAB, Aspen Plus, and COMSOL Multiphysics. It emphasizes solution verification and result validation to ensure accurate problem-solving. Now in its Second Edition, the content is informed by the author's teaching experience, focusing on practical problem-solving. Readers are introduced to each program and then engage with a variety of chemical engineering problems, including equations of state, chemical reaction equilibria, mass balances with recycle streams, thermodynamics, and mass transfer equipment simulation. Each chapter features clear instructions, figures, and examples to assist readers through different programs and problem types. End-of-chapter problems, ranging from simple to complex, help readers build their skills individually or in teams. Additionally, the accompanying website outlines core principles learned from each problem, enhancing understanding from both chemical engineering and computational perspectives. This resource is recommended for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as practicing engineers seeking to select appropriate software and address various chemical e