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About this Course
📚 This CRE I - Introduction to Reactor Design course provides a comprehensive introduction to the key principles and techniques used in chemical reactor design. You will develop a solid foundation in understanding how to design and analyze reactors for a wide range of industrial applications, focusing on fundamental concepts such as reaction kinetics, material and energy balances, and the role of reactors in chemical engineering processes.
Key topics covered include:
- Fundamentals of Chemical Reactors
- Types of Reactors: Batch, Continuous, and Semi-Batch
- Reaction Kinetics and Rate Laws
- Material and Energy Balances in Reactor Design
- Introduction to Reactor Performance and Optimization
- Basic Design Principles for Different Reactor Types
👨🏫 Designed for
Chemical engineering students, entry-level process engineers, and professionals looking to build a strong foundation in reactor design principles and their application in industrial settings.
📚 Course Approach
This course combines theoretical learning with practical applications, offering case studies and real-world examples to help you grasp the core concepts of reactor design. You will explore various types of reactors and learn how to design them to optimize performance and efficiency.
🎯 By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of chemical reactor design
- Recognize the different types of reactors and their applications
- Apply reaction kinetics and rate laws in reactor design
- Solve material and energy balances for reactor systems
- Design basic reactors and optimize their performance for different processes
🚀 Recommended for
Students and entry-level professionals in chemical engineering or process engineering who want to gain a foundational understanding of reactor design and its application in the chemical industry.
✅ You’ll learn to:
- Apply reaction kinetics and rate laws to reactor design
- Perform material and energy balances for reactors
- Identify and choose appropriate reactor types based on process requirements
- Design and optimize reactors for industrial processes
- Understand how reactors impact overall process efficiency and safety
Self-Paced, Dynamic Lectures
Learn at your own pace, anytime and anywhere.
The lectures are concise, engaging, and focused—designed to maximize your understanding efficiently.
Downloadable Material
Get access to all simulation files, workshop materials, spreadsheets, reference guides and companion E-Book.
Use them to practice offline, follow along with lessons, or revisit concepts anytime.
Evaluations, Quizzes
Evaluate your progress through interactive quizzes and self-assessments.
Reinforce key concepts, identify gaps, and ensure you're ready to apply what you've learned in real scenarios.
30 Day Money-Back Warranty
Enroll with confidence—if the course doesn’t meet your expectations, you can request a full refund within 30 days.
No questions asked.
Certificate of Completion
Receive an official certificate or diploma once you finish the course—perfect for showcasing your new skills on your resume, LinkedIn, or job applications.
Instructor Support
Get guidance whenever you need it—ask questions, request feedback, and interact directly with the instructor throughout the course.
Curriculum
- RE02 Introduction to Molar Balances of Reactors Class 2 (5:16)
- RE03 Rate of Reaction in Chemical Reactors Class 3 (12:12)
- RE04 General Mole Balance Equation Class 4 (4:19)
- RE05 The Generation Concept in Chemical Reaction Engineering Class 5 (7:07)
- RE06 Batch Reactor Molar Balance Design Equation Class 6 (7:54)
- RE07 Batch Reactor Design Equation - Developed Equation Class 7 (5:22)
- RE08 Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor CSTR Molar Balance Design Equation Class 8 (7:59)
- RE09 Plug Flow Reactor Molar Balance Design Equation Class 9 P1 (5:39)
- RE09 Plug Flow Reactor Molar Balance Design Equation Class 9 P2 (5:34)
- RE10 Packed Bed Reactor PBR Molar Balance Design Equation Class 10 (9:08)
- RE11 Molar Balances in terms of Concentration Class 11 (6:03)
- RE12 Exercises of Molar Balances in Continuous Reactors Class 12 (9:32)
- RE13 Molar Balances Reactor Summary Class 13 (4:42)
- RE14 Ending Notes on Block 1 Class14 (3:37)
- RE15 Conversion and Reator Sizing Overview (3:09)
- RE16 Introduction to Conversion (9:36)
- RE17 Batch Reactor in Terms of conversion (7:40)
- RE18 Continuous Flow Reactors and Conversion (4:20)
- RE19 Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) Equation in Terms of Conversion (1:56)
- RE20 Plug Flow Reactor PFR in terms of Conversion (4:17)
- RE21 Packed Bed Reactor (PBR) in terms of Conversion (2:51)
- RE22 Summary of Design Equations of Reactors in Terms of Conversion (2:43)
- RE23 Sizing a Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (8:01)
- RE24 CSTR Sizing Exercise (6:28)
- RE25 Plug Flow Reactor Sizing PFR (3:32)
- RE26 PFR Sizing Exercise Theory (16:41)
- RE27 Comparison of CSTR vs PFR Sizing (6:23)
- RE28 CSTR vs PFR Sizing Comparisson Exercises (4:24)
Course Enrollment
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- When does the course start and finish?
- The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
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- What if I am unhappy with the course?
- We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
- Will I Get a Certificate/Diploma of Completion?
- Yes! After the course, you will get a Certificate of Completion with a Diploma! You can use this in your Resume!
- Are Resources Downloadable?
- Absolutely YES! Every resource is available for download, allowing you to study alongside them.
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