DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Course Book for

B. Tech. in Chemical Engineering

For

Academic Year
2020 - 2021

Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology,

Nagpur-440 010 (M.S.)
Institute Vision Statement
To contribute effectively to the National and International endeavour of producing quality
human resource of world class standard by developing a sustainable technical education
system to meet the changing technological needs of the Country and the World incorporating
relevant social concerns and to build an environment to create and propagate innovative
technologies for the economic development of the Nation.

Institute Mission Statement

The mission of VNIT is to achieve high standards of excellence in generating and
propagating knowledge in engineering and allied disciplines. VNIT is committed to providing
an education that combines rigorous academics with joy of discovery. The Institute
encourages its community to engage in a dialogue with society to be able to effectively
contribute for the betterment of humankind.

Department Vision Statement

To be a globally recognized chemical engineering program coupled with excellence in
education, training, research and consultancy in chemical engineering and to serve as a
valuable resource for industry and society.

Department Mission Statement

• To provide students with updated knowledge in science and technology, to become
competent and practicing chemical engineers without compromising professional ethics and
moral values.
• To undertake research of a caliber that is internationally recognized.
• To undertake collaborative projects which provide opportunities for long-term interaction
with academia, industry and other research organizations.
• To develop infra-structure that promotes creativity and an entrepreneurial culture.
• To foster ethical leadership and activities that supports the administration, advancements,
governance and regulation of chemical engineering education and the engineering profession.
Brief about Chemical Engineering Department:

The Chemical Engineering Department is one of the premier engineering and youngest
department of VNIT Nagpur which was started in 2006. Department offers B.Tech., M.Tech.,
& PhD programs in Chemical Engineering. At present the department is going with full pace
towards bright future with strength of 18 full time faculty, 360 undergraduate students, 20
M.Tech and more than 25 PhD research scholars. It is a dynamic and goal oriented group of
highly qualified, dedicated, young and energetic experienced faculties. Department is
equipped with eight undergraduate and five research laboratories with modern instruments
like, HPLC, GC, GCMS, UV-Vis, FTIR, Particle Size Analyzer, TG/DTA etc. Department
has been undergoing and completed R & D projects funded by various organizations like
DST, DBT, CSIR, BARC, DRDO etc. and few from industry.
List of faculty Members

Sr No Faculty Name Areas of specialization

1 Dr. M. N. Varma Reaction Engineering, Bio-fuel,
Supercritical fluids
2 Dr. K. L. Wasewar Separation Processes, Ionic
liquids
3 Dr. Sachin. A. Mandavagane Bio-fertilizer, adsorption,
bio-adsorbent
4 Dr. A. S. Chaurasia Pyrolysis, gasification ,CFD
5 Dr. S. S. Sonawane Nanotechnology, nano-fluids,
polymer composite
6 Dr. Diwakar Z. Shende Separation processes, mass
transfer
7 Dr. Ajit Rathod Membrane separation, catalysis,
heat transfer
8 Dr. Pradeep Dhamole Bio-fuel, ionic liquids, separation
processes
9 Dr. R. Methekar Process control, Fuel cell,
batteries
10 Dr. Vijayakumar R. P. Polymer nano-composit, carbon
nano-tube
11 Dr. C. Ravikumar Bio-nanotechnology,
hydrodynamics
12 Dr. A. P. Gaikwad Bio-fuel, Catalysis
13 Dr. Shyam M. Kodape Membrane Bioreactor, Industrial
Waste Treatment
14 Dr. S. P. Tajane Bio-fertilizer, mechanical
operations
15 Dr. P. Wanjari Nano-technology, molecular
dynamic simulation
16 Dr. A. Kannan Bio-nano film, separation
processes
17 Dr. S. Agrawal Food processing, crystallization
18 Dr Arijit Das Separation processes, extraction,
ceramic membrane
UG Programmes Offered by Chemical Engineering Department:

The department offers following undergraduate programme

Program Description

UG B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering. Intake: 92

Credit System at VNIT :

Education at the Institute is organized around the semester-based credit system of study. The
prominent features of the credit system are a process of continuous evaluation of a student’s
performance / progress and flexibility to allow a student to progress at an optimum pace
suited to his/her ability or convenience, subject to fulfilling minimum requirements for
continuation. A student’s performance/progress is measured by the number of credits he/she
has earned, i.e. completed satisfactorily. Based on the course credits and grades obtained by
the student, grade point average is calculated. A minimum number of credits and a minimum
grade point average must be acquired by a student in order to qualify for the degree.

Course credits assignment

Each course, except a few special courses, has certain number of credits assigned to it
depending on lecture, tutorial and laboratory contact hours in a week.
For Lectures and Tutorials: One lecture hour per week per semester is assigned one credit and
For Practical/ Laboratory/ Studio: One hour per week per semester is assigned half credit.
Example: Course XXXXXX with (3-0-2) as (L-T-P) structure, i.e. 3 hr Lectures + 0 hr
Tutorial + 2 hr Practical per week, will have (3x1 + 0x1 + 2x0.5 =) 4 credits.

Grading System
The grading reflects a student’s own proficiency in the course. While relative standing of the
student is clearly indicated by his/her grades, the process of awarding grades is based on
fitting performance of the class to some statistical distribution. The course coordinator and
associated faculty members for a course formulate appropriate procedure to award grades.
These grades are reflective of the student’s performance vis-à-vis instructor’s expectation. If a
student is declared pass in a subject, then he/she gets the credits associated with that subject.

Depending on marks scored in a subject, a student is given a Grade. Each grade has got
certain grade points as follows:
Grade
Grade Description
points
AA 10 Outstanding
AB 9 Excellent
BB 8 Very good
BC 7 Good
CC 6 Average
CD 5 Below average
DD 4 Marginal (Pass Grade)
FF 0 Poor (Fail) /Unsatisfactory / Absence from end-sem exam
NP - Audit pass
NF - Audit fail
SS - Satisfactory performance in zero credit core course
ZZ - Unsatisfactory performance in zero credit core course
W - Insufficient attendance

Performance Evaluation
The performance of a student is evaluated in terms of two indices, viz, the Semester Grade
Point Average (SGPA) which is the Grade Point Average for a semester and Cumulative
Grade Point Average (CGPA) which is the Grade Point Average for all the completed
semesters at any point in time. CGPA is rounded up to second decimal.
The Earned Credits (ECR) are defined as the sum of course credits for courses in which
students have been awarded grades between AA to DD. Grades obtained in the audit courses
are not counted for computation of grade point average.
Earned Grade Points in a semester (EGP) = Σ (Course credits x Grade point) for courses in

which AA- DD grade has been obtained

SGPA = EGP / Σ (Course credits) for courses registered in a semester in which AA- FF
grades are awarded
CGPA= EGP / Σ(Course credits) for courses passed in all completed semesters in which AA-
DD grades are awarded
Overall Credits Requirement for Award of Degree

Credit Requirement
SN Category of Course Symbol B. Tech. B. Arch. M. Tech. M. Sc.
(4-Year) ( 5 Year) (2 Year) (2 Year)
Program Core
1 Basic Sciences (BS) BS 18 04 - -
2 Engineering Arts & Sciences ES 20 18 - -
(ES)
3 Humanities HU/ HM* 05 06 - -
4 Departmental core DC 79-82 168 33-39 54-57
Program Elective
3 Departmental Elective DE 33-48 17-23 13-19 06-09
4 Humanities & Management HM 0-6 0-3 - -
5 Open Course OC 0-6 0-3 - -
Total requirement :BS + ES + DC+ DE + HM + 170 219 52 63
OC =
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average 4.00 4.00 6.00 4.00
required for the award of degree

Attendance Rules

1. All students must attend every class and 100% attendance is expected from the students.
However, in consideration of the constraints/ unavoidable circumstances, the attendance
can be relaxed by course coordinator only to the extent of not more than 25%. Every
student must attend minimum of 75% of the classes actually held for that course.
2. A student with less than 75% attendance in a course during the semester, will be awarded
W grade. Such a student will not be eligible to appear for the end semester and
re-examination of that course. Even if such a student happens to appear for these
examinations, then, answer books of such students will not be evaluated.
3. A student with W grade is not eligible to appear for end semester examination,
reexamination & summer term.

Any other relevant information department wishes to add.

Program Outcomes (Department Specific) for B.Tech in Chemical Engineering_

1. Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering

fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering
problems.
2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex
engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of
mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
3. Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and
design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate
consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental
considerations.
4. Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research
methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of
the information to provide valid conclusions.
Curriculum of the courses of study
First Year (Semester I & II)
Courses to Register in First Year B.Tech.
(Sections R, S, T, U, L)
I Semester
Credit
Code Course Type L-T-P
s
AML15
Engineering Mechanics ES 3-1-0 4
1
AMP15
Engineering Mechanics Laboratory ES 0-0-2 1
1
HUL101 Communication Skills HM 2-0-2 3
MAL10
Mathematics – I BS 3-1-0 4
1
MEL101 Engineering Drawing ES 3-0-0 3
MEP101 Engineering Drawing Practical ES 0-0-2 1
PHL101 Physics BS 3-1-0 4
PHP101 Physics Laboratory BS 0-0-2 1
SAP101 Health Information and Sports –Part I AU 0-0-2 0
Total Credits 21
II Semester
Credit
Code Course Type L-T-P
s
CHL101 Chemistry BS 3-1-0 4
CHP101 Chemistry Laboratory BS 0-0-2 1
CSL101 Computer Programming ES 3-0-2 4
EEL101 Electrical Engineering ES 3-1-0 4
EEP101 Electrical Engineering Laboratory ES 0-0-2 1
HUL102 Social Science HM 2-0-0 2
MAL10
Mathematics – II BS 3-1-0 4
2
MEP102 Workshop ES 0-0-4 2
SAP102 Health Information and Sports –Part II AU 0-0-2 0
Total Credits 22
L-T-P = 3-1-0 Means, Three Theory Hrs + One Tutorial hrs + Zero Labs or Practical
Hrs per Week. L-T-P = 0-0-2 Means, Two Hrs of Lab or Practical per Week
Courses to Register in First Year B.Tech.
(Sections W, X, Y, Z, N)
I Semester
Code Course Type L-T-P Credits
CHL101 Chemistry BS 3-1-0 4
CHP101 Chemistry Laboratory BS 0-0-2 1
CSL101 Computer Programming ES 3-0-2 4
EEL101 Electrical Engineering ES 3-1-0 4
EEP101 Electrical Engineering Laboratory ES 0-0-2 1
HUL102 Social Science HM 2-0-0 2
MAL10
Mathematics – I BS 3-1-0 4
1
MEP102 Workshop ES 0-0-4 2
SAP102 Health Information and Sports –Part I AU 0-0-2 0
Total Credits 22
II Semester
Code Course Type L-T-P Credits
AML15
Engineering Mechanics ES 3-1-0 4
1
AMP15
Engineering Mechanics Laboratory ES 0-0-2 1
1
HUL101 Communication Skills HM 2-0-2 3
MAL10
Mathematics – II BS 3-1-0 4
2
MEL101 Engineering Drawing ES 3-0-0 3
MEP101 Engineering Drawing Practical ES 0-0-2 1
PHL101 Physics BS 3-1-0 4
PHP101 Physics Laboratory BS 0-0-2 1
SAP101 Health Information and Sports –Part II AU 0-0-2 0
Total Credits 21
L-T-P = 3-1-0 Means, Three Theory Hrs + One Tutorial hrs + Zero Labs or Practical
Hrs per Week.
L-T-P = 0-0-2 Means, Two Hrs of Lab or Practical per Week
Scheme for higher B. Tech. / B. Arch. M. Tech. (all courses) / M.Sc. / Engineering
(semester wise as per master file :)

B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester III(New 2019 onward) Sem: Winter20

Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CML201 Chemical Process Calculations DC 3-1-0 4
2 CML202 Fluid Mechanics DC 3-1-0 4
3 CML203 Mechanical Operations DC 3-0-0 3
4 CML204 Chemical Engineering DC 3-0-0 3
Thermodynamics-I
5 CHL263 Organic Chemistry and Synthesis DC 3-0-0 3
6 CMP204 Technical Analysis DC 0-0-2 1
7 CHP263 Organic Chemistry and Synthesis DC 0-0-2 1
Core Credits = 19
Elective (Any one)
1 CML231 Materials Science and Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
2 CML392 Corrosion Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
3 MAL203 Numerical Methods and Computation DE 3-0-0 3
4 MAL275 Numerical and Statistical Methods DE 3-0-0 3
5 OC /HM OC
/HM
Elective Credits =3
DC + DE = 22 Credits

B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester IV(New 2019 onward) Sem: Summer21

Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CML221 Mass Transfer-I DC 3-1-0 4
2 CML222 Heat Transfer DC 3-1-0 4
3 CML223 Chemical Reaction Engineering-I DC 3-1-0 4
4 CML224 Chemical Engineering Mathematics DC 3-0-0 3
5 CML225 Chemical Engineering DC 4-0-0 4
Thermodynamics-II
6 CMP202 Fluid Mechanics DC 0-0-2 1
7 CMP203 Mechanical Operations DC 0-0-2 1
8 CMP322 Heat Transfer DC 0-0-2 1
Core Credits =22
Elective (Any one)
1 CML233 Environmental Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
2 MAL205 Numerical Methods and Probability 3-0-0 3
DE
Theory
3 CML234 Industrial Waste Treatment DE 3-0-0 3
4 MAL208 Probability Theory and Statistical 3-1-0 3
DE
Methods
5 OC /HM OC 3-0-0 3
/HM
Elective Credits =3
DC + DE = 25 Credits
B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester V (Current before 2019) Sem:Winter20
Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CML301 Mass Transfer-II DC 3-0-0 3
2 CML302 Chemical Process Modeling and 3-0-0 3
DC
Simulation
3 CML303 Process Control and Instrumentation DC 3-0-0 3
4 CML304 Chemical Reaction Engineering-II DC 3-0-0 3
5 CMP304 Chemical Reaction Engineering DC 0-0-2 1
6 CMP322 Heat Transfer DC 0-0-2 1
Core Credits =14
Elective (Any two)
1 CML232 Introduction to Computing software for 3-0-0 3
DE
Chemical Engineers
2 CML388 Pulp and Paper Technology DE 3-0-0 3
3 CML383 Advance Heat Transfer DE 3-0-0 3
4 CML389 Chemical Informatics DE 3-0-0 3
5 CML391 Surface Coating Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
6 CHL369 Green Chemistry and Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
7 OC /HM OC 3-0-0 3
/HM
Elective Credits =6
DC + DE = 20 Credits

B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester VI(Current before 2019) Sem: Summer21

Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CML351 Chemical Technology DC 3-0-0 3
2 CML352 Transport Phenomena DC 3-1-0 4
3 CML353 Chemical Process Equipment Design DC 3-0-0 3
4 CML354 Energy and Environment DC 3-0-0 3
5 CMP302 Chemical Process Modeling and DC 0-0-2 1
Simulation
6 CMP303 Process Control and Instrumentation DC 0-0-2 1
7 CMP321 Mass Transfer-I DC 0-0-2 1
Core Credits =16
Elective (Any two)
1 CML393 Innovative Design DE 2-0-2 3
2 CML429 Nanotechnology DE 3-0-0 3
3 CML424 Petroleum Refinery Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
4 CML394 Introduction to Measuring Instruments DE 3-0-0 3
5 CHL336 Polymer Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
6 CML439 Energy Management DE 3-0-0 3
7 OC /HM OC 3-0-0 3
/HM
Elective Credits =6
DC + DE = 22 Credits

B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester VII(Current before 2019) Sem:Winter20

Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CML403 Plant Design and Economics DC 3-0-0 3
2 CMD401 Project Phase-I DC -- 2
3 CMP401 Mass Transfer-II DC 0-0-2 1
4 CMP453 Design Lab-I DC 0-0-2 1
Core Credits = 7
Elective (Any four)
1 CML425 Membrane Technology DE 3-0-0 3
2 CML426 Polymer Processing DE 3-0-0 3
3 CML427 Advanced Separation Process DE 3-0-0 3
4 CML428 CFD for Chemical Engineers DE 3-0-0 3
5 CML437 Piping Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
6 CML481 Instrumental Analytical Techniques DE 3-0-0 3
7 CML 537 Sustainable Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
8 CML 529 Optimization Techniques in Process DE 3-0-0 3
Design
9 CML390 Technology of Paints Pigments and DE 3-0-0 3
Powder Coating
10 CML415 Computational Methods in Chemical DE 3-0-0 3
Engineering
11 CML436 Advanced Separation Technology DE 3-0-0 3
12 CML440 Chemical Reactor Analysis DE 3-0-0 3
13 CMLXXX Data Analytics for Chemical Engineers DE 3-0-0 3
14 CMLXXX Molecular Simulation and Informatics DE 3-0-0 3
OC /HM OC 3-0-0 3
/HM
Elective Credits = 12
DC + DE = 19 Credits
B. Tech Chemical Engineering Semester VIII(Current before 2019) Sem: Summer21
Sr.No. Course Course Name Type Structur Credit
Code e s
L-T-P
1 CMP403 Design Lab-II DC 0-0-2 1
2 CMD402 Project Phase-II DC -- 4
Core Credits = 5
Elective (Any five)
1 CML386 Biotechnology and Biochemical 3-0-0 3
DE
Engineering
2 CML422 Plant Utility DE 3-0-0 3
3 CML433 Project Planning and Management DE 3-0-0 3
4 CML423 Optimization Techniques DE 3-0-0 3
5 CML342 Safety and Risk Analysis DE 3-0-0 3
6 CML431 Entrepreneurship Development DE 3-0-0 3
7 CML468 Ore and Minerals Processing DE 3-0-0 3
8 CML441 Process Intensification DE 3-0-0 3
9 CML432 Computational Transport Processes DE 3-0-0 3
10 CML385 New and Renewable Energy Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
11 CML435 Computer Aided Design in Chemical DE 3-0-0 3
Engineering
12 CML442 Reliability Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
13 CMLXXX Biorefinery Engineering DE 3-0-0 3
OC /HM OC 3-0-0 3
/HM
Elective Credits = 15
DC + DE = 20 Credits
Course Code : CML 201
Course Title : Chemical Process Calculations
Course Credits (LTP) : 4 Credits (3-1-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
This subject deals with the principles of stoichiometry to formulate and solve material and
energy balance problems in processes with and without chemical reactions.

Course Outcomes
1) To understand the fundamental concepts and calculations of process calculation.
2) To understand the material balance in various unit processes and unit operations.
3) To understand the energy balance related to various process equipments.
4) To understand the various heats and their calculations related to chemical reactions.
5) To understand the fuels and combustion calculation, proximate and ultimate analysis

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
a b c d E f g h i
CO1 H M L
CO 2 H H H H
CO 3 H H H H
CO 4 H H H M
CO 5 H H H M M

Course Content:
CO1: To understand the fundamental concepts and calculations of process calculation.
Fundamental concepts, gas relationship, molarity, molality, normality, partial pressure, pure
component volume and the related calculations. Humidity and saturation and their
applications fundamental concepts of material balance.
CO2: To understand the material balance in various unit processes and unit operations.
Material balance in various unit processes and unit operations.
CO3: To understand the energy balance related to various process equipments. Material
balance with chemical reactions Energy balance related to various process equipment.
CO4: To understand the various heats and their calculations related to chemical reactions.
Calculation of standard heat of reaction from the heat of formation and heat of combustion,
thermochemistry, energy balance in various unit operations, the heat of solutions, the heat of
neutralization etc.
CO-5: To understand the fuels and combustion calculation, proximate and ultimate analysis
Fuels and combustion calculation, proximate and ultimate analysis, adiabatic reaction
temperature, air to fuel ratio, complex processes calculation.

Text Books:
1) Narayanan K V and Lakshmikutty B, Stoichiometry and Process Calculations, Prentice
Hall of India Pvt Ltd, New Delhi 2006
2) Himmelblau D.M.; Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering, 6th
Edition, Prentice Hall of India Ltd.
3) Hougen O.A. and Watson K.M.; Chemical Process Principles, Part-I (Material and
Energy Balances), CBSNew Delhi
Course Code : CML 202
Course Title : Fluid Mechanics
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 4 Credits (3-1-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping with : None

Course Objectives
1) To understand the fundamental properties, laws and their applications related to fluids.
2) To understand the fluid kinetics and fluid dynamics.
3) To understand the fluid flow through various sections.
4) To understand the flow over immersed bodies.
5) To understand the Boundary Layer Theory.
6) To understand the various types of pumps and their working principles.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Objectives Programme outcomes
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Course Content (CO wise):
Properties of Fluid: Pressure, density, specific weight, viscosity, dynamic and kinemetic
viscosity, Newton’s law of viscosity and its applications.
Fluid Statics: Pascal’s Law and Hydrostatic equation, absolute and gauge pressures - pressure
measurements by manometers and pressure gauges.– Forces on plane and curved surfaces
Fluid kinetics: Description of Fluid flow, Lagrangian and Eulerian approach One dimensional
flow approximation, Types of fluid Flows: Steady and unsteady, Uniform and non-uniform,
control volume concept, Reynolds transport theorem, Continuity equation, Velocity and
acceleration of fluid particle, stream line, streak line, path line, velocity potential function,
Fluid Dynamics: Momentum theorem and its application. Euler’s equation, Bernoulli’s
equation for incompressible fluid flow, Engineering applications of energy equation,
Pitot – static probe, Current meters,Venturimeter, Orificemeter, Rotameter, Nozzlemeter,
Notches & weirs.
Flow Through Pipes: Critical Reynold’s number, velocity distribution in pipes, friction factor,
Moody’s chart, Laminar flow through pipe, Hagen-Poiseulli’s equation, Turbulent flow
through pipe, Hydraulic gradient line and Total energy line. Minor head losses in pipes.Pipe
Networking Transmission of power through pipe.
Flow Over Immersed Bodies: Drag and lift, Types of drag force, Drag on sphere, Cylinder
and airfoil; Circulation and Lift on a cylinder and airfoil; Magnus effect
Boundary Layer Theory: Development of Boundary layer over flat plate and pipe, boundary
layer thickness
Pumps: definition and classifications - Centrifugal pump: classifications, working principles ,
specific speed, efficiency and performance curves - Reciprocating pump: classification,
working principles, indicator diagram, work saved by air vessels and performance curves -
cavitations in pumps - rotary pumps: working principles of gear and vane pumps

References:
1) Munson BR, Young D F and Okiishi T H , ‘ Fundamentals of Fluid Mechnics’, 5th
Edition, John Wiley & Sons
2) Gupta Santosh & Gupta Vijay, ‘Fluid Mechanics and its applications’, New Age
International Publishers.
3) Munson BR, Young D F and Okiishi T H , ‘ Fundamentals of Fluid Mechnics’, 5th
Edition, John Wiley & Sons
4) Warren McCabe, Julian Smith, Peter Harriott, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering,
McGraw Hill International Edition, 2005
Course Code : CML203
Course Title : Mechanical Operation
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 credits(3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
1. To impart the basic concepts of mechanical operations
2. To develop understanding about size analysis, size reduction and solid handling
3. Understand mechanical separation methods such as filtration, sedimentation,
transportation of solids etc and associated equipments used for achieving these methods
4. The students are exposed to basic theory, calculations and machinery involved in various
solid handling operations

Course Outcomes:
1. Able to describe properties of particulate solid and equipment for size reduction
2. Understand particle size analysis
3. Understand Filtration and centrifugal separation
4. Understand Motion of particles through fluid
5. Understand Agitation and mixing
6. Know different conveying system for handling of solids

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H H H M
CO 2 H H H H M
CO 3 H H H L H H H M
CO 4 H H H H H
CO 5 H L H H H H H H
CO6 H L H H H H H H

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Course Content: This course deals with properties and characterization of solids and
mechanical separation methods such as screening, filtration, sedimentation, transportation of
solids, agitation etc and associated equipments used for achieving these methods.

CO 1: Properties of particulate solid and equipment for size reduction :Surface area
distribution of powders, size reduction and separation, crushing, grinding equipments and
their characteristics, open and close circuit grinding.
CO 2: Size Analysis: Particle size distribution, Screen analysis, mechanical classifiers
classification.
CO 3: Filtration and centrifugal separation: Principles of filtration and theory, filtration
equipments and their characteristics, pressure and vacuum filters, compressible and non
compressible cake and their effect on filtration rate, centrifugal separation equipments
and their principles of operation as well as the characteristics, optimum filtration cycle,
membrane filtration.
CO 4: Motion of particles through fluid: Drag coefficient, free settling and hindered settling,
gravity settlers, sedimentation theory and principle of operation. Batch and continuous
thickeners as well as the design procedures, sedimenting centrifuges.
CO 5: Agitation and mixing: Introduction to agitation and mixing of solids and liquids
fundamentals, mixing and agitation equipments and their operational characteristics,
power consumption in mixing and agitation, different types of agitators and their
selection criteria.
CO 6: Handling of solids: Storage and conveying of solids, bins, hoppers, silos and their
operational characteristics, Loading and unloading of solids, different types of conveyors
and elevators for solid materials. Dust collectors, cyclone separators, electrostatic
precipitators, bag filters, operational characteristics of these and other similar dust
separators.

Text Books:
1) Chattopadhyay O.P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, Vol. 1 & 2, Khanna
Publications, New Delhi, 1996.
2) Badger & Banchero Introduction to Chemical Enginerring Mc-Graw- Hill Education
3) G.G. Brown Unit Operation John Willey
4) Hiremath R.S & Kulkarni A.P.,. Mechanical Operations Vol I Everest Publication

Reference Books:
1) McCabe W.L., Smith J.C. and Harriot P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering
McGraw Hill, New York 2001. 6th Edition
2) Coulson J. M. and Richardson J.F; Chemical Engineering Vol. 1& 2 Publishers: Butter
worth – Heinemann Ltd. 2001-2002.
3) Christie J. GeanKoplis Transport processes & Unit Operation Prentice hall International
Course Code : CML204
Course Title : Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Course Credits (L-T-P) : Credits 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Physical Chemistry and General Metallurgy
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
1) To provide an introduction to chemical engineering thermodynamics as a fundamental
component of chemical engineering,
2) To acquire the students with the knowledge for thermodynamic treatment of pure fluids
and solutions
3) To understand the thermodynamics of phase equilibria and chemical reaction equilibria.
4) To provide the knowledge of working of Carnot cycle, refrigeration, compressors and
nozzles.

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course student will

1. Understand the laws of thermodynamics.
2. be able to calculate changes in U, H, and S for ideal gases, and also for nonideal gases.
3. understand the utility of fugacity as a transformation of the chemical potential.
4. understand the criteria for chemical reaction equilibria.
5. Be able to understand the working of Carnot cycle, refrigeration, compressors and
nozzles.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Objectives Programme outcomes

a b c d e f g h i

CO1 √ √ √

CO2 √ √ √ √ √ √

CO3 √ √ √ √

CO4 √ √ √ √

Course Content:
It helps chemical engineer to evaluate thermodynamic properties and how much heat is
evaluated by a particular reaction in a reactor. This course introduces chemical engineering
thermodynamic theory and applications in the areas of volumetric properties of fluids, heat
effects, thermodynamic properties of fluids, thermodynamics of solutions, and physical and
chemical equilibria. The data collected for various parameters such as temperature, pressure,
humidity, fugacity, enthalpy etc will help to assign stability and reaction operating conditions
as and when require.
Laws of thermodynamics for closed and open system, concepts of entropy, entropy changes,
reversible and irreversible processes, equilibrium concept, Maxwell’s relations, P-V-T
behaviour of pure substances, Heat of reaction and effect of temperature on heat of reaction.
Thermodynamic properties of fluids, their calculations using equations of state, partial molar
quantities, fugacity, chemical potential, activity coefficients, free energy estimation, Gibb’s
Duhem Theorem.
Vapour-liquid, vapour–solid and liquid–liquid phase equilibrium for ideal and non ideal
systems, Criteria for chemical reaction equilibrium ,flow of compressible fluids in pipes and
nozzles.
Refrigeration cycle, carnot refrigerator, gas and vapour compression refrigeration, choice of
refrigerants, absorption refrigeration, heat pumps, compressors, single stage and multistage,
expansion engines, liquification processes
Textbooks:
1) A text book of chemical engineering thermodynamics, Narayanan K.V., PHI
2) Introduction to Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Smith J.M., McGraw Hill
3) Chemical Engineering Thermo dynamics, Rao Y.V.C. University press (INDIA) Ltd.
4) Thermodynamics for Chemical Engineers, Bett K.E., Rowlinson J.S. and Saville G.,
MIT Press America
5) Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Dadge B.F. McGraw Hill Co.
Course Code : CMP 204

Course Title : Technical Analysis

Course Credits : 1 credit (0-0-2)

Pre-requisites : None

Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
Based on the concepts taught, Student shall be able to apply the basic principles to estimate
and analyze industrially important materials.

Outcomes:
1. Describe the basic concepts
2. Analyze the given sample.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H H M M
CO2 H H H

Course Content:
The course covers the hands on experience on most of the basic analysis used in the process
industries.
CO 1: Describe the basic concepts and
CO 2: Analyze the given sample

1. Synthesis of Biodiesel from Vegetable Oil: To synthesis biodiesel from vegetable oil and
determine its physical properties.
2. Sugar analysis using Benedict’s reagent: To determine (semi-quantitatively) concentration
of reducing sugar in an unknown sample
3. Gravimetric analysis of a phosphorus-containing fertilizer: To determine the percent
phosphorous in a sample of fertilizer using Lab-Gravimetric analysis.
4. Estimation of silica content (analysis of ordinary portland cement: To estimate the silica
content (analysis of ordinary portland cement (opc))
5. Depression of freezing point: Study of depression of freezing point of solution.
6. Determination of Saponification value of oil: To Determine the saponification value of
oil/fat.
7. Study on Sophisticated instruments: GC, UV-Spectrophotometer and FTIR

Textbooks:
1) Puri, Sharma and Pathania, Principles of Physical chemistry, Vishal Publications,
Jalandhar, 1998.

Reference Books:
1) Books related to specific experiment as mentioned in the lab manual
Course Code : CML 231
Course Title : Materials Science and Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
1) To provide basic knowledge and application of different type of materials.
2) To study short-term and long-term mechanical behavior of materials.
3) To understand the science behind the fracture, fatigue and failure of materials.
4) To provide knowledge on phase diagrams in selection of alloy materials with appropriate
composition.
5) To understand the heat treatment methods involved in preparation of materials.

Course Outcomes (CO):

At the end of the course, the student Students will gain knowledge on
CO-1: Atomic structure, atomic bonding and basic principles of materials
CO-2: Mechanical properties of metals and deformation of materials
CO-3: Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms of materials
CO-4: Failure of materials-fracture, fatigue and creep
CO-5: Phase diagrams involved in preparation of binary isomorphous and eutectic Systems

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
CO a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i.
CO1   
CO2    
CO3       
CO4       
CO5       

Course content:
The course deals with the atomic structure, atomic bonding, characterization of materials,
basic material properties, testing of materials, fracture, fatigue and deformation of materials
under different loads, time and temperature; heat treatment methods and phase diagrams to
prepare alloy materials for its application in proper selection of materials for fabrication of
various unit operations and unit processes of chemical engineering.

Introduction: Introduction to materials and their principle properties, Atomic bonding, crystal
structure and defects, Basic principles in their selection for fabrication and erection of
chemical plant.

Deformation: Plastic deformation - Mechanism of plastic deformation, slip, work hardening,

deformation in polycrystalline materials, Effect of cold working and annealing, hot working.
Elastic deformation, Anelastic deformation, Viscoelastic deformation – models for
viscoelastic behavior.

Fracture: Types of fracture, cleavage, brittle, ductile, Griffith crack theory, Theories of crack
initiation, ductile –brittle transition.

Testing of materials: Destructive tests - Tensile testing, stress-strain curves, condition for
necking, compression testing, Hardness testing. Creep - testing method, creep curve,
requirements for creep resistance materials. Fatigue – testing method, fatigue prevention. Non
destructive tests.
Thermal properties: Heat capacity and specific heat, Thermal expansion, thermal
conductivity, thermal shock.

Heat treatment: Annealing, quenching, normalizing, hardening, martempering, austempering,

case hardening, cyaniding, nitriding, flame hardening, induction hardening, diffusion coating,
furnaces and temperatures.

Phase diagram: Basic terms, Hume - Rothery rules of solid solubility, Gibb’s phase rule,
polymorphism, solidification of pure metal. Types of cooling curves, plotting of equilibrium
diagram, lever rule, common types of phase diagram, other transformations in alloy system;
Non-equilibrium cooling.

Engineering materials – overview: Organic, inorganic and biological materials: Polymers,

Metals & alloys, ceramics, glasses, leather, wood. Electronic materials, photonic materials,
smart materials, composites and nanostructured materials.

Textbooks:
1) Material Science and Engineering-An Introduction (8th edition), William D. Callister, Jr.
John -Wiley and sons, USA
2) Introduction to material science, James F. Shacketford, McMillan publishing company,
New York ISBN 1990.
3) William D. Callister Jr., “Material Science and Engineering”, John Wiley and Sons, Inc.,
4) Properties of Engg. Materials, Jestrazebaski D.Z., Toppers. Co. Ltd. 3rd edition.
5) Askeland, Fulay, Wright and Balani “The science and Engineering of materials”, Cngage
learning publishers, 6th edition, 2012, ISBN 978-81-315-1641-6
6) Material science and processes, Hajra Choudhury S. K and Hajra Choudhury A. K, Indian
book distributing corporation.
Course Code : CML 392
Course Title : Corrosion Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlap with : None

Objectives:
At the end of the course, the student will understand the reaction kinetics, types and
thermodynamics of corrosion, its preventive methods and may able to devise novel
equipments from MOC point of view to prevent corrosion.
Course Outcomes:
1. Provide students with a basic understanding of corrosion phenomena, its types, reaction
kinetics and thermodynamics.
2. Enhance their knowledge on industrially important corrosion problems, factors
responsible for corrosion, its preventive methods and minimizing losses due to corrosion
3. Improve student's ability in handling on site industrial corrosion problems and devise
novel equipments from MOC point of view.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
objectives a b c d e f g h I
CO1 ✔ ✔ ✔
CO2 ✔ ✔ ✔
CO3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Course description:
1. Thermodynamics and Kinetics of electrochemical corrosion: Theory of corrosion, reaction
mechanisms and reaction kinetics, thermodynamic aspects of corrosion, Nernst equation.
Basic wet corrosion cell, electrode potential, potential-ph diagram, Butler-Volmer equation,
polarization, mixed potential theory, passivity, immunity.
2. Types of corrosion – recognition and mechanisms: Uniform corrosion, galvanic corrosion,
pitting, dealloying, crevice corrosion, intergranular corrosion, stray current corrosion, high
temperature corrosion, flow-assisted corrosion, cavitations corrosion, fretting corrosion
cracking process, Microbially influenced corrosion.
3. Corrosion measurements: Methods of measurement s of corrosion based on study of
various ASTM standards for corrosion–Weight, electrochemical, electrical, thickness etc.
4. Corrosion protection and surface engineering: Principles of different methods of corrosion
protection and surface treatment, chemical and electrochemical surface treatments if metals.
Protective coatings like plating, pvd, cvd, thermal spray, hot dip, applications of inhibitors,
and electrochemical methods for corrosion protection.
5.Other Corrosion Environment and Materials Selection: selection of corrosion resistant
materials for use in acids, alkalies, atmosphere, soils, seawater, freshwater, etc.

Textbooks:
1) Butlar G. and Ison' HC. K ",'Corrosion and its Prevention in Waters, Leonard Hill-
London (1966).
2) Rajgopalan, K.S. ", Corrosion and its Prevention, Chemical Engineering Education,
Development Centre, I.IT. Madras (1975).
3) Uhlig H. H, Corrosion and Corrosion control, John Wiley and sons (1971).
Course Code : CML 221
Course Title : Mass Transfer I
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 4 (3-1-0)
Pre-requisite : CML 262
Overlap with : NIL

Course outcome/objectives:
1. To understand the concept of diffusion for gas, liquid and solid phase.
2. To understand the concept of interphase mass transfer.
3. To design the equipments for mass transfer operations.
4. To understand the processes and design the equipments for drying, adsorption,
crystallization, and humidification.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping with POs (Departmental reference)
A b c d e f g h i j k

CO1 H H M - - - L - - - -

CO2 H H M - - - L - - - -

CO3 H H H - - - L - - - -

CO4 H H H - - - L - - - -
Content (CO wise):
CO1: Introduction to mass transfer operations, Diffusion in gases, liquids, and solids. Steady
state and unsteady state operations. Individual and overall mass transfer coefficients. CO2:
Theories, analogies of mass transfer. Inter-phase mass transfer operation;
CO3: Design of gas, liquid and solid contact equipments like distillation column, spargers,
scrubbers, wetted wall tower, fractionation tower and their types.
CO4: Drying: Constant rate and falling rate periods, equilibrium moisture contents, drying
equipments, rotary dryers, drum dryers, vacuum dryers, Spray dryer, fluidized bed dryers,
dryer calculations and dryer selection criteria.
Crystallization: Theory of Crystallization, saturation, supersaturation, nucleation and crystal
growth, various equipments for crystallization, their operational and design characteristics.
Adsorption: Adsorption isotherms, adsorption agents, equipments for adsorption, pressure
swing adsorption technology, adsorption phenomena
Humidification: Equipment’s operational characteristics, design procedures and selection
criteria along with mass transfer calculations, Types of cooling towers, cooling tower
operational characteristics.

Text Books/ Reference Books:

1) Mass Transfer Operations, Treybal R.E., McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980, 3rd
Edition
2) Chemical Engineering Vol. I, II & III, Coulson J.M. and Richardson J.F., Pergamon Press,
New York 1977
3) Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, McCabe W.L. and Smith J.C. & Harriot,
McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980, 5th Edition
4) Principles of Mass Transfer and Separation Process, Binay K. Dutta, PHI Learning Pvt.
Ltd., New Delhi, Eastern Economy Edition
5) Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Badger W.L. and Banchero J.T., Tata McGraw Hill
Book Co.
6) Transport processes and separation process principles, C. J. Geankoplis, PHI publication
Course Code : CML222
Course Title : Heat Transfer
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 4 (3-1-0)
Pre-requisites : Maths, CML204-(CET), CML202-Fluid Mechanics
Overlaps with : None

Objectives: To study different modes of Heat Transfer and its application in various chemical
industries
Course Outcomes
1) The objective of this course is to introduce the basic principles of heat transmission by
conduction, convection, and radiation
2) To identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems involving conduction, convection,
and radiation,
3) To apply energy balances and rate equations to model and analyze thermal systems.
4) To introduce application of heat transfer and its optimum use

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with Pos:

POs a b c d e f g h i j k l
Cos
CO1 H L L L L H M L M M L L
CO2 H H M L L M L L L M L L
CO3 H H H L L M L L M L M M
CO4 M L M L L H M L M L M M
Overall H H M L L M M L M M M M

Description of the content (CO wise):

CO.1. Basic modes of heat transfer, Fourier’s law, thermal conductivity, steady state heat
conduction through a plane, composite wall, cylinder, sphere, heat generation inside solids,
unsteady state heat conduction, types of thermal insulation, critical thickness and optimum
thickness of insulation, extended surfaces, fin performance evaluation, effectiveness of fins.
CO.2. Free and forced convection inside and outside the tubes as well as over the plates,
individual and overall heat transfer coefficients. Heat transfer in laminar flow and turbulent
flow, dimensional analysis, dimensionless numbers in heat transfer, heat transfer correlations
for natural convection.
CO.3. Condensation and Boiling, Condensation over flat plate, condensation inside and
outside the tubes in horizontal, vertical and inclined position, film condensation, dropwise
condensing. Estimation of film coefficient of heat transfer for condensing vapours turbulence
in condensing film. Heat Transfer to boiling liquids, pool boiling and forced convection
boiling, boiling curve and its characteristics.
CO.4. Radiation heat transfer, laws of radiation, concepts of black body, gray body, green
house effect, emissive power, heat flux by radiation, view factors, radiation shield, luminous
and non luminous gases, heat exchangers, heat transfer fluids.

Textbooks/ Reference Books:

1) Hollman J.P.; Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill, 1993
2) Incropera F.P. Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer 5th Edition Wiley India Pvt.Ltd
Ltd.,2008
3) Cengel Y.A. Heat Transfer: A Practical Approach McGraw-Hill; 2 edition ,2002
4) Kern D.Q., Process Heat Transfer, Tata McGraw Hill Book Co., New Delhi, 1990.
5) Coulson J.M., Richardson J.R. Chemical Engineering, Vol. I 5th Edition, Butterworth
Heinemann, New Delhi.
6) Dutta B.K. Heat Transfer; Principles and Applications PHI Pvt.Ltd New Delhi ,2006
Course Code : CML 223
Course Title : Chemical Reaction Engineering-I
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 4 (3-1-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
At the end of the course, the student will understand the reaction kinetics, reaction
mechanism and reaction path of a given chemical reaction, type and sequential arrangement
of the reactors to be used.

Course Outcomes:
1) Provide students with a basic understanding of reaction engineering, type of reactions,
reaction kinetics.
2) Enhance their knowledge on types of reactors, working of reactors and different types of
arrangements of reactors
3) Improve the student's ability in deciding type of reactor and their arrangement for
achieving desired conversion keeping economy in point of view

Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes (POs)
objectives a b c d e f g h i
CO1 ✔ ✔ ✔
CO2 ✔ ✔ ✔
CO3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Course description:
CO.1. Introduction to Chemical Reaction Engineering: Basics of chemical reaction
engineering, Role of Chemical Reaction Engineering in Process Industry, Classification of
reaction based on various terms, Reaction rate, Chemical kinetics, Variables affecting rate of
reaction, Speed of reactions, Problems.
CO.2. Kinetics of Homogeneous Reactions: Concentration dependent term and temperature
dependent terms of rate equation, Single and multiple reactions, Elementary and
non-elementary reactions, Molecularity and order of reaction, Rate constant, Representation
of reaction rate, Kinetic models, Temperature dependency from Arrhenius’ law,
thermodynamics, various theories, Activation energy, Problems.
CO.3. Interpretation of Batch Reactor Data: Constant volume batch reactor, Variable volume
batch reactor, Integral method and differential method of analysis of kinetic data, other
methods of analysis of kinetic data, Temperature and reaction rate, Problems.
Course Content:
1. Introduction To Reactor Design: Types of reactors, PFR, CSTR etc., Material & energy
balances single ideal reactor, Space-time and space-velocity, Holding time, Introduction
of non-ideal flow, Problems
2. Ideal Reactors for a Single Reaction: Ideal Batch Reactor, Steady State Mixed Flow
Reactor, Steady State Plug Flow Reactor, Problems
3. Design for Single Reactions: Size comparison of single reactors, General graphical
comparison, Multiple reactor system, Recycle reactor, Autocatalytic reactions, Problems.
4. Design for Parallel Reactions: Introduction to design of parallel reactions, Qualitative and
Quantitative discussion on product distribution, Contacting patterns, Reactor Size and
arrangement, Selectivity, Yield, Problems.
5. Potpourri of Multiple Reactions: Reversible first order reaction, First order followed by
zero order reaction, Zero order followed by first order reaction, Successive reversible
reactions of different orders, reversible reactions, Irreversible series-parallel reactions,
Graphical representation, Denbigh reactions and their special cases, Problems.
6. Temperature and Pressure Effects: Single and multiple reactions, Heats of reaction from
thermodynamics, Equilibrium constant, Temperature, Graphical design procedure,
Optimum Temperature Progression, Heat Effects, Adiabatic and non-adiabatic operations,
Problems.
Textbooks:
1. Chemical Reaction Engineering, Octave Levenspiel, John Wiley & Sons, Singapore, 3rd
edition, 1998.
2. Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, Fogler H.S., Prentice-Hall, NJ, 4th edition,
2006.
3. Chemical Reactor Analysis, G. F. Froment and K. B. Bischoff, John Wiley & Sons,
Singapore, 2nd edition, 1990.
4. Chemical Engineering Kinetics, Smith J. M., McGraw Hill, N Y, 3rd edition, 1981.
Course Code : CML224
Course Title : Chemical Engineering Mathematics
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives: To study different optimization technique

Course Outcomes
1) Able to solve linear algebraic equations.
2) Able to solve non-linear algebraic equations.
3) Able to solve ordinary differential equations.
4) Able to formulate the problem and apply discretisation techniques.
5) Able to formulate and solve optimization problems.
Mapping with POs (Departmental reference) *:
POs
→ A b c d E F g h i j k
COs ↓
CO1 H H H H
CO2 H M H M
CO3 H M M M H L H
CO4 M H M M M M M M
CO5 H H H H H M H M
Overal H H M M H M H M
l

Content (CO wise):

CO.1. Linear Algebraic Equations: System of linear algebraic equations, Classification of
solution approaches as direct and iterative: Gaussian elimination method, Introduction to
methods for solving sparse linear systems: Thomas algorithm or tridiagonal matrix algorithm,
Iterative methods: Derivation of Jacobi, Gauss-Siedel and successive over relaxation
methods, System of linear equation using eigen values and eigen vector. Examples using
Comsol Multiphysics Software on Sequence of distillation columns, Reactors linked with
pipes, Rectangular fin, Recovery of acetone, etc.
CO.2. Nonlinear Algebraic Equations: Method of successive substitutions derivative free
iterative solution approaches, Secant method, regula falsi method and Wegsteine iterations,
Modified Newton’s method and qausi Newton method with Broyden’s update, Optimization
based formulations and Leverberg Marquardt method, Examples using Comsol Multiphysics
Software on Pressure Drop in Pipe, Minimum Fluidization Velocity, Terminal Velocity,
Solution of Cubic Equations of State, Bubble Point and Dew Point Temperature Calculations
Using Raoult’s Law, Bubble Point and Dew Point Temperature Calculation, etc.
CO.3. Ordinary Differential Equations – Initial Value Problems (ODE-IVPs): Analytical
Solutions of Linear ODE-IVPs, Basic concepts in numerical solutions of ODE-IVP: step size
and marching, concept of implicit and explicit methods, Taylor series based and Runge-Kutta
methods: derivation and examples, Multi-step (predictor-corrector) approaches: derivations
and examples, Introduction to solution methods for differential algebraic equations (DAEs),
Single shooting method for solving ODE-BVPs, multiple ordinary differential equation,
Examples using Comsol Multiphysics Software on Double Pipe Heat Exchanger, Stirred Tank
with Coil Heater, Pneumatic Conveying, Series of Stirred Tanks with Coil Heater, Batch and
Stirred Tank Reactors, Plug Flow Reactor, Nonisothermal Plug Flow Reactor, etc.
CO.4. Problem Discretization Using Approximation Theory: Finite difference method for
solving ODE-BVPs , Finite difference method for solving PDEs, Model Parameter
Estimation using linear least squares method, Gauss Newton Method, Curve fitting and
regression, Examples using Comsol Multiphysics Software on One-Dimensional Steady Heat
Conduction, Chemical Reaction and Diffusion in Pore, etc.
CO.5. Optimization: Basic concept of optimization and formulation, Nature of optimization
problem (constraint and unconstraint), Linear programming by simplex method, Application
of optimization based on simplex method.

Textbooks:
1. Chapra S C, Applied Numerical Methods with Matlab for Engineers and Scientists,
McGraw Hill, 1st Edition, 2005.
2. Gupta S K, Numerical Methods for Engineers. Wiley Eastern, New Delhi, 1st Edition,
1995.
3. Ahuja P, Introduction to Numerical Methods in Chemical Engineering. Prentice Hall
India, New Delhi, 1st Edition, 2010.
Reference Books:
1. Ghoshdastidar P S, Computer simulation of flow and heat transfer, Tata McGraw-Hill
Publishing, 1st Edition, 1998.
2. Pushpavanam S, Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering. Prentice Hall India,
New Delhi, 4th Edition, 2009.
3. Thomas F and Himmelblau D M, Optimization of Chemical Processes, McGraw Hill, 2nd
Edition, 2001.
4. Finlayson B A, Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing, Wiley, 2nd Edition,
2014.
Course Code : CML 225
Course Title : Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics - II
Course Type : Core
Course Credits : 4 (4 -0-0)
Pre-requisites : CML 204: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics - I
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
Based on the concepts taught, Student shall be able to apply the concepts of thermodynamics
to solve the given problem on thermodynamic process accurately.

Outcomes:
1) Describe the Thermodynamic properties like free energy, activity, fugacity etc., for pure
substances and solve the related problems.
2) Describe the thermodynamic properties of solutions and solve the related problems.
3) Use the concepts of phase equilibrium and solve the problems.
4) Apply the concepts of chemical equilibrium and solve the problems.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
h. global and societal context
i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 H H
2 H M H
3 H M H
4 H M H

Course Content: The course present thermodynamics from a chemical engineering

viewpoint. Thermodynamic properties, Concepts of phase and chemical equilibria and its
application are stressed in this course.
CO 1: Describe the Thermodynamic properties like free energy, activity, fugacity etc., for
pure substances and solve the related problems.
Thermodynamic properties of pure substances: fugacity, fugacity coefficient, compressibility
factor, activity.
CO 2: Describe the thermodynamic properties of solutions and solve the related problems.
Solution thermodynamics: Ideal and non-ideal gas mixtures and liquid solutions, partial
molar properties, physical significance and determination methods, chemical potential.
Gibbs-Duhem equation: General form, various forms of Gibbs-Duhem equation, applications,
limitations; Property changes of mixing, excess properties.
CO 3: Use the concepts of phase equilibrium and solve the problems. Criteria of phase
equilibrium, Duhem theorem. Vapour liquid equilibrium, VLE equation, low pressure VLE,
Phase diagrams for binary solution, T-x-y and P-x-y diagrams. Effect of pressure on VLE.
Azeotropes and its types. Activity coefficient; equations used for the determination,
Margules, van Laar, Wilson equations, VLE at high pressures, bubble point, dew point
calculations, Thermodynamic consistency tests for VLE data.
CO 4: Apply the concepts of chemical equilibrium and solve the problems.
Chemical reaction equilibrium; criteria of equilibrium, Reaction stoichiometry, equilibrium
constant, Gibbs free energy change, choice of standard state, feasibility of chemical reactions,
effect of temperature on equilibrium constant, evaluation of van't Hoff constant, Effect of
parameters like temperature, pressure, composition on the equilibrium conversion.

Textbooks:
1) Smith J.M., Van Ness H. C., and Abbott M.M., Introduction to Chemical Engineering
Thermodynamics, McGraw Hill, 2005.
2) Narayan K.V., a text book of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, PHI, 2001.

Reference Books:
1) S.Sandler, Chemical, biochemical and engineering thermodynamics, 4th edition, John
Wiley, 2006.
2) Rao Y.V.C., Chemical Engineering Thermo dynamics, University press (INDIA) Ltd.
3) Hill, T.L., An Introduction to Statistical Thermodynamics, Dover Publications,1960
Course Code : CMP202
Course Title : Fluid Mechanics
Course Credits : 1(0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) To impart the basic concepts of fluid mechanic
2) To develop understanding about flow measurement device
3) Understand frictional losses in pipes
4) The students are exposed to basic theory, calculations and machinery involved in various
fluid handling operations

Course Outcomes:
1) To understand importance of various Fluid mechanics concept used in process industry.
2) To apply principles of basic sciences and chemical engineering for designing various
Flow and pressure measuring instruments
3) To experience of handling different unit operations

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping POs (Departmental references)

Course Program outcomes
Outcome a b c d e f g h i
s
1 H H M H M
2 H H H H M
3 H H H L M H H M

Course description:
The course covers the Hands on experience of working by conducting experiments on most
of the basic unit operations like venturi-meter, orificemeter , notches , friction in pipes and
measurement of pressure through manometers

Course Content (CO wise)

Expt. No. Details

1 Friction in Pipeline
To determine the friction coefficient factor for different size as well as
different material of pipes.

2 Flow Through Notches

To determine discharge coefficient Cd through different Notches.
3 Packed Bed
Hydraulic study in Packed column.
4 Fluidized Bed
To study the relation between the pressure drop & superficial velocity
throughout the bed.
5 Pressure Drop In Fittings
To study the losses in pressure due to different fitting in pipes.
6 Impact of Jet on Vanes
To study flow of fluid through Jet.
7 Pressure Measurement
Pressure measurement in pipeline.
8 Two Phase Flow
To study the flow pattern of two phase in singe tube.
9 Orifice Meter
To determine discharge coefficient Cd..
10 Venturi Meter
To determine discharge coefficient Cd.
11 Pitot Tube
To determine discharge coefficient Cd & determine point velocity.

Text Books:
1) Chattopadhyay O.P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, Vol. 1 & 2, Khanna
Publications, New Delhi, 1996.
2) Badger & Banchero Introduction to Chemical Enginerring Mc-Graw- Hill Education
3) G.G. Brown Unit Operation John Willey
4) Hiremath R.S & Kulkarni A.P.,. Mechanical Operations Vol I Everest Publication

Reference Books:
1) McCabe W.L., Smith J.C. and Harriot P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering
McGraw Hill, New York 2001. 6th Edition
2) Coulson J. M. and Richardson J.F; Chemical Engineering Vol. 1& 2 Publishers: Butter
worth – Heinemann Ltd. 2001-2002.
3) Christie J. GeanKoplis Transport processes & Unit Operation Prentice hall International
Course Code : CMP203
Course Title : Mechanical Operation
Course Credits : 1(0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None
Course description:
The course covers the Hands on experience of working by conducting
experiments on most of the basic unit operations like hydraulic classifier,
sedimentation , ball mill, jaw crusher , cyclone separator , filtration equipment
and sieve analysis.
Objectives:
1. To impart the basic concepts of mechanical operations
2. To develop understanding about size analysis, size reduction and solid handling
3. Understand mechanical separation methods such as filtration, sedimentation,
transportation of solids etc and associated equipments used for achieving these
methods
4. The students are exposed to basic theory, calculations and machinery involved in
various solid handling operations
Outcomes:
1. To understand importance of various mechanical operations used in process industry.
2. To apply principles of basic sciences and chemical engineering for designing various
size reduction, size separation and conveying equipments.
3. To experience of handling different unit operations
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Program outcomes
Outcome a b c d e f g h i
s
1 H H M H M
2 H H H H M
3 H H H L M H H M

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Text Books:
1) Chattopadhyay O.P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, Vol. 1 & 2,
Khanna Publications, New Delhi, 1996.
2) Badger & Banchero Introduction to Chemical Enginerring Mc-Graw- Hill
Education
3) G.G. Brown Unit Operation John Willey
4) Hiremath R.S & Kulkarni A.P.,. Mechanical Operations Vol I Everest Publication
Reference Books:
1) McCabe W.L., Smith J.C. and Harriot P., Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering
McGraw Hill, New York 2001. 6th Edition
2) Coulson J. M. and Richardson J.F; Chemical Engineering Vol. 1& 2 Publishers:
Butter worth – Heinemann Ltd. 2001-2002.
3) Christie J. GeanKoplis Transport processes & Unit Operation Prentice hall
International
Department : Chemical Engineering
Course No. : CML233
Course Title : Environmental Engineering
Course Type : Elective
Course Credits (L-P-T) : 3(3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives: The aim is to study and apply engineering concept at environmental level

Course Outcomes:
1) Understand key current environmental problems.
2) Be able to analyse an industrial activity and identify the environmental problems.
3) Be able to plan strategies to control, reduce and monitor pollution.
4) Be able to select the most appropriate technique to purify and/or control the emission of
pollutants.
5) Be conversant with basic environmental legislation.

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Objectives Contribution of Courses Outcomes to Program Outcomes
a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H H M H H H
CO2 H M L H H H H
CO3 H M L H M H H L
CO4 H H H H H H L
CO5 H M L

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Course Content:
CO-1: Man and environment, biogeochemical cycles, Biosphere and ecosystem, Forest
Nutrient cycles and the parameters responsible for the disturbance of these cycles.
CO-2: Be able to analyse an industrial activity and identify the environmental problems.
Mobile and stationary sources of air pollutants, air pollution, behaviour of pollutants and
atmospheric chemical reactions, Atmospheric dispersion of pollutants, models for dispersion,
limitations of models, effective stack height concept, gas sampling and analysis. CO, CO2,
H2S, SOx, NOx emissions and their control, desulphurization. Sources of water and pollutants,
classification and characterization of solid, liquid and gaseous waste.
CO-3: Be able to plan strategies to control, reduce and monitor pollution. Air pollution
control processes, Unit operations such as screening, coagulation, flocculation, filtration,
clarification, solvent extraction. measurement of levels of pollution such as DO, BOD, COD,
TOC,ThOD, soluble and suspended volatile solids, Water quality and discharge standards
CO-4: Be able to select the most appropriate technique to purify and/or control the emission
of pollutants. Chemical treatment of waste material, oxidation, chlorination, Ozonation,
incineration etc. Biological Treatment,biochemical kinetics, microbial kinetics, microbial
growth. Aerobic and anaerobic waste treatment, activated sludge process, aerated lagoons,
anaerobic digesters, Biogas & trickling filters & its utilization. Solid Waste & its disposal
pyrolysis (Incineration, Composing and filling etc.).
CO-5: Be conversant with basic environmental legislation. Measuring environmental
impacts, life cycle analysis, legislation controlling discharges, optimal degree of abatement,
and policies for regulation of environmental impacts.

Text Books:
1) Mahajan S.P. Pollution Control in Process Industries, Tata McGraw Hill Book Co.
2) Pandey G.N. and Camey G.C.; Environmental Engineering, Tata – McGraw Hill Book
Co., New Delhi (1989)
3) David L; Weber W.J. Environmental Engineering Handbook, Physico – Chemical
Processes for Water Quality Control,Lewis Publishers.
4) Sincero A., Environmental Engineering, A Design Approach. , Prentice – Hall of India,
New Delhi (1996).
Course No. : CML234
Course Title : Industrial Waste Treatment
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 03 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
Our objective is to discuss engineering aspects of industrial Pollution Control Technologies
so that student shall be able to apply different control strategies to protect the ecosystem.

Outcomes:
1) Student will gain the knowledge of different pollutants and their effects on public
health and on ecosystem.
2) Students will learn the different methods of sampling and measurement of air, water
and solid pollutants.
3) Students will gain the knowledge of conventional methods as well as new methods
to control the pollution.
4) Students will able to identify air, water, and solid waste management practices and
technologies adapted by different industries.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in
a global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Course Program Outcomes
Objecti a b c d e f g h i
ves
1 M H L
2 H L
3 H M L
4 H M M L
Overall H L M L L L

Course description:
Our objective is to discuss engineering aspects of industrial Pollution Control Technologies.
The emphasis in this course will be the control of gaseous , liquid and solid pollutants.
Course content:
Nature and characteristics of industrial wastes; Sources and types of wastes: solid, liquid, and
gaseous wastes; Pre-treatment of Industrial wastes, unit operations and unit processes.
Sampling Techniques.
Methods for Treating industrial waste gases or air discharges- physical method, chemical
method, combined method, biological method.
Solid and Hazardous wastes: definitions, concepts. Incineration, recycling, composting,
landfill, On-Site Monitoring and Analysis of Industrial Pollutants.
Waste water treatment-physical, chemical and biological method.
Recent trends in Industrial waste treatment. Application of Biotechnology for Industrial
Waste Treatment.
Case Studies:- Example (Treatment of Pharmaceutical Wastes, Treatment Refinery Wastes,
Treatment of Textile Wastes, Treatment of Pulp and Paper Mill Wastes, Treatment of Dairy
Processing Wastewaters, Treatment of Pesticide Industry Wastes, Food Waste Treatment,
Treatment of Rubber Industry Wastes, Treatment of Tannery Industry Wastes and Radioactive
waste etc.).

Textbooks:
1) Pollution Control in Process Industries,S. P. Mahajan,Tata McGraw Hill ,1st
2) Environmntal pollution control engineering,C.S.Rao,New Age International, 2nd

Reference Books:
1) Industrial Pollution Prevention Handbook, Freeman H. M.,McGraw Hill,1st
2) Industrial Waste Treatment Handbook,FrankWoodard,Butterworth-Heinemann, 1st
3) Industrial Waste Treatment,Nemerow N.L,Butterworth-Heinemann,1st
Course Code : CML 301
Course Title : Mass Transfer - II
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3 -0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
The objective of this course is to introduce the mass transfer operations and how to quantify,
formulate, and solve engineering problems involving different mass transfer operations like
distillation, leaching, liquid-liquid extraction, absorption. To demonstrate that how to apply
mass balances and its transfer and analyze systems.
Course Outcomes:
1) To understand the basic concepts and principles of mass transfer operation like
distillation, absorption, liquid-liquid extraction, solid-liquid extraction (leaching).
2) How to identify, quantify or formulate, and solve the engineering problems involving
mass transfer.
3) Design and analysis of mass transfer processes and equipments.
4) Applications of mass transfer phenomena and its optimum use.

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H M L H M
CO2 H M H L M L
CO3 H M L M L
CO4 H M L M L L M L L

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Course Content: The course presents the mass transfer operations from a chemical
engineering viewpoint. The basic concepts, design and its application regarding the mass
transfer operations like Distillation, Absorption, Liquid-liquid extraction and Solid-liquid
extraction are stressed in this course.
Unit I (6 hrs)
Distillation: Vapour – liquid equilibria, Raoult’s law, X-Y and H-X-Y diagrams, differential
distillation and equilibrium distillation, steam distillation, azeotropic distillation, extractive
distillation.
Unit II (8 hrs)
Fractionation, binary distillation, plate and packed columns for distillation, analytical and
graphical methods for estimation of number of stages required in distillation column,
minimum reflux ratio, optimum reflux ratio, number of stages at optimum reflux, murphree
plate efficiency and overall plate efficiency, effect of feed conditions on number of plates for
separation.
Unit III (4 hrs)
Concept of HETP, HTU, NTU in distillation, plate and packed columns, packings for packed
columns, pressure drop in plate and packed columns, bubble cap, sieve tray, valve tray plate
columns.
Unit IV (6 hrs)
Absorption Equilibrium relationships, two film theory, penetration theory, surface renewal
rate theory, concept of driving force and mass transfer coefficient, plate column and packed
columns for absorption, selection of solvent for absorption and absorbers design procedures.
Unit V (6 hrs)
Liquid – Liquid Extraction fundamentals, selection of solvent for extraction, estimation of
mass transfer coefficients, triangular diagram representation, equipments for liquid – liquid
extraction, plate and packed columns, spray columns, rotary disc contactors, design
procedures and equipment selection criteria. Single stage, multistage operations etc.
Unit VI (6 hrs)
Solid – Liquid Extraction fundamentals, Solvent selection, equilibrium relationship,
triangular diagram representation, single stage, multistage concurrent and counter current
operation, equipments for solid – liquid extraction, their design procedure and selection
criteria.
Textbooks:
1) Treybal R.E., Mass Transfer Operations, McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980.
2) Coulson J.M. and Richardson J.F., Chemical Engineering Vol. I, II & III, Pergamon Press,
New York 1977.
Reference Books:
1) Badger W.L. and Banchero J.T., Introduction to Chemical Engineering, 4th edition, Tata
McGraw Hill Book Co..
2) McCabe W.L. and Smith J.C. & Harriot, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 5th
edition, McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980.
3) Binay K. Dutta, Principles of Mass Transfer and Separation Process, PHI Learning Pvt.
Ltd., New Delhi.
Course Code : CML 302
Title of the Course : Chemical Process Modelling and Simulation
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : CML 263, CML361, CML366, CML362, CML367
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives/Outcomes:
1) To understand knowledge of fundamental principles and basic laws of modeling
2) To understand the approach for mass/heat transfer & CRE
3) To apply the knowledge of differential equations
4) To understand the approach for modeling
5) Formulation of mathematical model for various chemical Engg. system
Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:
a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs
a B c d e f g h i
COs ↓
CO1 √ √ √
CO2 √ √ √
CO3 √ √ √
CO4 √ √ √
CO5 √ √ √

Description of the content (CO wise):

CO.1. To understand knowledge of fundamental principles and basic laws of modelling,
MATHEMATICAL MODELING OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING SYSTEM, Principle of
formulations, Mathematical consistency of model, Continuity, equations, Component Y,
continuity equations, Energy equations, Equations of motion, Transport equations,
Equilibrium, Chemical Kinetics with examples.
CO.2. To understand the approach for mass/heat transfer & CRE, MODELING OF
CHEMICAL KINETICS AND REACTOR DESIGN, Modeling for different reaction
scheme, Introduction to Reactor Design, Fundamentalsfor Ideal Systems, Introduction A
General Approach Ideal , Isothermal Reactors, Numerical Methods for Reactor Systems
Design, Reversible Series Reactions, The Semibatch Reactor, Continuous Flow, Stirred Tank
Reactor (CFSTR), Multi-Stage Continuous Flow Stirred TankReactor, Equal Size CFSTR in
Series
CO.3. To apply the knowledge of differential equations
CO.4. To understand the approach for modelling
CO.5. Formulation of mathematical model for various chemical Engg. system
Course Description:
APPLICATIONS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING SYSTEMS
Series of isothermal, constant holdup CSTR’S, CSTR’S with variable Holdups, two heated
tanks, Gas-Phase pressurized CSTS, Nonisothermal CSTS, single component vaporizer,
Multicomponent flash Drum, Batch Reactor, Reactor with mass Transfer, idial binary
distillation column, multicomponent Non-idial distillation column, batch distillation with
holdup. TREATMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS, Solve above developed modeling
equations using polymath/matlab/c++
Text Books/ Reference Books:
1) Mickley H. S., Sherwood T. S., Reed C. E., Application of Mathematical Modeling in
Chemical Engineering ,Tata-McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2002.
2) Jensen V.G., Jeffrey’s G.V., Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering”, 2nd Ed.
Academic Press, London, 1978.
3) Lubyen W. L., Process Modeling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers,
McGraw-Hill,New York, 1989.
4) A. Kayode Coker, Modelling of Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design, Gulf professional
publication
5) Incropera F.P. Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer 5th Edition Wiley India Pvt.Ltd
Ltd., 2008
Course Code : CML 303
Course Title : Process Control and Instrumentation
Course Credit (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : CML 263
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/ Objectives:

1) Student shall be able to formulate the dynamic model of different chemical processes.
2) Student shall be able to identify the different measuring instruments and their working
principle.
3) Student shall be able to apply analytical tools and design methodologies to tackle process
control problems.
4) Student shall be able to apply control schemes along with tuning techniques in chemical
processes.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs a b c D e F g h i

COs ↓
CO1 H H M L
CO2 H H L
CO3 H H M L
CO4 H H M L
Course Content (CO wise):
Students will be able to analyze the dynamic behavior of processes and will be able to apply
control schemes in chemical processes
CO1: Importance, aims and objectives of process control, introduction to system dynamics,
concept of dynamic response, first order, second order interacting and non interacting
systems, concepts of transfer function, time constant, process gain, overshoot, decay ratio,
dead time. Introduction to set point, disturbance, closed loop and open loop control, feedback
and feed forward configurations, dynamics of feedback control system.
CO2: Process instruments used for measurement of pressure, temperature, liquid level,
flow rate and compositions, pressure gauge, strain gauge, McLeod gauge, vacuum
measurement, transducers, transmitters, digital signal processing.
CO3: Types of controllers, P, PI and PID controllers, controller gain, stability analysis, Routh
stability criteria. Design of controllers using open loop response, Zigeler – Nichols controller
settings, Bode and Nyquist stability criteria.
CO4: Control valve and choice of controller settings. Basic design of pneumatic controllers,
electric / electronic controllers, discontinuous control modes – two position, classical and
modern control actions. Introduction to set point, error, accuracy, sensitivity, Application of
control systems to chemical process equipments such as chemical reactors, heat exchangers,
distillation columns, boilers etc.

Textbooks:
1) Donald R. Coughanowr and Kappel, “Process system Analysis & Control”, McGraw Hill
Book Company.
2) R.P.Vyas, “An Introduction to Process dynamics & control, Central publication, Nagpur,
2001.

Reference Books:
1) T. Marlin, "Process Control", McGraw Hill, 1995.
2) W.L.Luyben, "Process Modelling Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers",
McGraw Hill, 1990.
3) G.Stephanopoulos, "Chemical Process Control: An Introduction to Theory and Practice",
Prentice-Hall, New Jersey, 1984.
Course Code : CML304
Course Title : Chemical Reaction Engineering II
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcome/Objective:
Objective of this subject is to expose students to understand the basic reactor analysis
catalysis, flow patterns in reactors and its application to chemical engineering

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Course content (CO wise):

Overview of Chemical Reaction Engineering: Summary of Chemical Reaction Engineering-I,
Choosing the right kind of reactor.
Flow Pattern, Contacting, and Non-Ideal Flow: Non ideal flow in reactors, RTD of fluid in
reactors, Age distribution, F curve, C curve and E curve, Compartment model, Dispersion
model, Tank in Series model.
Introduction to Heterogeneous Reactions: Examples of heterogeneous reactions, contacting
pattern and flow modeling.
Solid Catalysed Reactions: Introduction and Spectrum of kinetic regimes, Surface kinetics
and rate equation, pore diffusion, porous catalyst, Heat effects, Performance Equation,
Experimental methods and rate equation, Controlling Resistance, Product distribution in
multiple reactions.
Introduction to Catalyst and Catalytic Reactors: Typical Catalysts, Catalyst Characterizations,
Catalyst Deactivation and Regeneration, Packed bed reactor, Fixed Bed, Fluid Bed, Trickle
bed, Slurry Reactors etc.
Kinetics and Design of Fluid- Fluid Reactions: The rate equation, Kinetic regimes for mass
transfer and reaction, Fast reaction, Intermediate reaction, Slow Reactions, Factors to select
the contactor, Straight mass transfer, Various cases of mass transfer with chemical reaction,
reaction kinetics.
Kinetics and Design of Fluid- Particle Reactions: Various models for fluid-solid reactions,
Shrinking core model, Rate of reaction, Reaction/Mass transfer Control, Rate controlling
steps, plug flow and mixed flow of solids.

Textbooks:
1) Octave Levenspiel, “Chemical Reaction Engineering” John Wiley & Sons, Singapore,
1998 3rd Edition.

References:
1) Fogler H.S., “Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering”, Prentice-Hall, NJ, 2006, 4th
Edition.
2) G. F. Froment and K. B. Bischoff, “Chemical Reactor Analysis”, John Wiley & Sons,
Singapore, 1990 2nd Edition.
3) Smith J. M., “Chemical Engineering Kinetics”, McGraw Hill, N Y, 1981, 3rd Edition.
Course Code : CMP 304
Course Title : Chemical Reaction Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 credits (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : CML223- Chemical Reaction Engineering -I
Overlaps with : None

Course Outcomes:
1) Students will understand the basic of chemical engineering and its practical application.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Objectives:
To understand the basic principle of chemical reaction engineering
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 L L H L M L

Course description:
This course mainly deals with the understanding the basic fundamental principles of chemical
reaction engineering by performing different experiments.

Course Content:
CO 1:
1) Three CSTRS Connected in Series
Aim: Study the kinetics of reaction for all the combination for given three CSTR in series
2) PFR & CSTR in Series
Aim: Study the kinetics of reaction for all the combination for given PFR and CSTR in series
3) Isothermal Continuously Stirred Tank Reactor
Aim: To Study the performance of isothermal continuous stirred tank reactor for the reaction
ethyl acetate and NaOH
4) Isothermal Plug Flow Reactor
Aim: To Study the performance of isothermal continuous stirred tank reactor for the reaction
ethyl acetate and NaOH
5) R.T.D. Studies in Plug Flow Reactor
Aim: To plot the F-Curve and C- Curve for given Plug Flow Reactor
6) Semi Bath Reactor
Aim: To determine overall order of Reactions for bimolecular reactions
7) R.T.D. Studies in Series & Parallel CSTR
Aim: To plot the F-Curve and C- Curve for given Plug Flow Reactor
8) Adiabatic Batch Reactor
Aim: To study the kinetics of reaction adiabatically
9) Isothermal Batch Receiver
Aim: To find the Arrhenius constant
10) R.T.D. Studies in Packed Bed Reactor
Aim: To plot the F-Curve and C- Curve for given packed bed reactor
11) Condensation Polymerization Reactor
Aim: To study the polymerization reaction in given condensation polymerization reactor
12) Fluidized Bed Reactor
Aim: To study the performance of fluidized bed reactor.
Textbooks:
1) Chemical Reaction Engineering, Octave Levenspiel, John Wiley & Sons, Singapore, 1998
3rd Edition
Reference Books:
1) Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, Fogler H.S., Prentice-Hall, NJ, 2006, 4th
Edition
2) Chemical Engineering Kinetics, Smith J. M., McGraw Hill, N Y, 1981, 3rd Edition.
Course Code : CMP 322
Title of the Course : Heat Transfer
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 Credits (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites: CML 222
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives/Outcomes:
1) To give the in-hand experience of lab scale experiments on various equipments such as
heat transfer through forced convection, pin fin, lagged pipe, emissivity apparatus,
stefan’sboltzmann apparatus, shell and tube heat exchanger, double pipe heat exchanger,
open pan evaporator, single effect evaporator, heat transfer in agitated vessel system
2) To observe and note down the steady state temperatures of all equipments.
3) To determine the heat transfer rate, heat transfer coefficient, and overall heat transfer
coefficient for various equipments such as shell and tube heat exchanger, double pipe heat
exchanger etc.
4) To introduce application of heat transfer equipments and its optimum use

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs a b c d e f g h i j k l
Cos

CO1 H L L L L H M L M M L L
CO2 M H M L L M L L L M L L
CO3 H H H L L M L L M L M L
CO4 M L M L L H M L M L M L
Overall H H M L L M M L M M M L

Course content (CO wise):

CO.1. To find surface heat transfer coefficient for a pipe flowing heat by forced Convection
of air flowing through it for different air flow rate and heat flow rate
CO.2. To study the temperature distribution along the length of a pin fin under free and
forced convection heat transfer
CO.3. To determine heat flow rates through the lagged pipe for known value of thermal
conductivity of lagged material and To plot the temperature distribution across the lagged
material.
CO.4. To determine the emissivity of grey surface.
CO.5. To find out Stefan’s Boltzmann constant.
CO.6. To determine cold water side and hot water side heat transfer coefficient, LMTD and
overall heat transfer coefficient for parallel and counter flow.
CO.7. To calculate rate of heat transfer, LMTD and overall heat transfer coefficient for
parallel and counter flow.
CO.8. To determine the evaporation coefficient and overall heat transfer coefficient of the
open pan.
CO.9. To determine the overall heat transfer coefficient of the evaporator.
CO.10. To determine the heat transfer coefficient in agitated vessel system.

Textbooks/ Reference Books:

1) Coulson J.M., Richardson J.R. Chemical Engineering, Vol. I, Butterworth Heinemann,
New Delhi.
2) Kern D.Q, Process Heat Transfer, Tata McGraw Hill Book Co., New Delhi, 1990.
Course Code : CML232
Course Title : Introduction to computing softwares for chemical engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None
Course Outcomes/ Objectives:

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs → a B c d e f g h i j k
COs ↓

CO1
CO2
CO3
CO4
Overal
l

Content (CO wise):

CO1: Introduction to Softwares- Documentation; Development Environment; Desktop Tools,
Other development environment tools.
CO2: Manipulating Matrices-Matrices and Magic squares, Expressions, Working with
Matrices, More about Matrices and Arrays, Controlling commnad window input and output;
Graphics-Basic plotting, Editing plots, Mesh and surface plots, Printing and Handling the
Graphics.Programming with MATLAB-Flow control, Other data structures, Scripts and
Functions.
CO3: Examples of Chemical engineering solved problems using MATLAB-Equations of
state, Vapour liquid equilibrium,
CO4: Chemical reaction equilibria, Reaction-kinetic system, Transport processes, etc

Textbooks:
1) W. Fred Ramirez, Computational Methods in Process Simulation, Elsevier Science &
Technology Books

Reference Books:
1) Andrew Knight, Basics of MATLAB and Beyond, Chapman & Hall/CRC press LLC.,
2000
2) RudraPratap, Getting Started with MATLAB7: A Quick Introduction for Scientists and
Engineers, Oxford University Press, Newdelhi, India.
Course Code : CML 388
Title of the Course : Pulp and Paper Technology
Cours Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : CML351-Chemical Technology

Course Objectives/Outcomes:
Objective of this subject is to expose students to understand basic paper and pulp technology
and its application to chemical engineering
Outcomes: At the completion of the course students will be able to understand the different
steps used for the manufacturing of paper.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs
a b c d e f g h I
COs ↓
CO1 H M H H H
Overall H M H H H

Description of the content (CO wise):

CO.1. Introduction, raw materials for paper making, structure, physical, chemical properties,
morphology, reaction of cellulose with different chemicals. Aqueous pulping systems,
commercial pulping process, variables associated with raw materials and pulping process,
optimization of process parameters, materials and energy balance calculations.
CO.2. Pulp washing, screening, recovery of spent chemicals involving multiple effect
evaporators, cascade evaporators, incineration, recaustising and calcinations. Pulp bleaching
and stock preparation, internal sizing, filling and loading, colouring, wet end strength
additives, surface sizing Sheet forming process, Fourdnui and cylinder mould machine,
drainage characteristics, water marking, head box, slice, wire, couch, pressing of sheet for
water removal. Paper drying, drying characteristics, heat and mass transfer aspects,
ventilation, dryer, performance calculations, air-drying, radiant drying

Text Books/ Reference Books:

1) Pulp and Paper: Chemistry and Chemical Technology Vol I to IV, Casey J P, Ed., Wiley
Interscience, New York,
2) MacDonald R G, Pulp and Paper Manufacture Vol I to III, 2nd Ed., McGraw Hill, New
York.
3) Britt K W, Handbook of Pulp and Paper Technology, Reinhold Publishing Corporation,
New York.
4) Pulp and Paper Manufacture, Kocurek, Tappi Publication.
5) Mark, Handbook of Physical and Mechanical testing of Paper and Board, Vol.I& II,
Dekker Publication
Course Code : CML 383
Title of the Course : Advance Heat Transfer
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Heat Transfer
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives/Outcomes:
1) Design a given heat transfer equipment including pressure drop calculations for a given
fluid, flow rate and heat duty.
2) To appreciate the construction features of various heat transfer equipment and choose
among them, the best suited for a specific job
3) Construct a heat exchanger network for a given set of hot and cold streams for optimal
energy usage
4) Determine whether a given heat exchanger can perform the desired duty using NTU
method

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs
a b c d e f g h i
COs ↓
CO1 H H H
CO2 M
CO3 H H H
CO4 H H H

Course content (CO wise):

CO.1. Classification of heat exchangers, recuperative, regenerative and direct contact type,
double pipe heat exchangers, co-current counter, current flow arrangement, overall heat
transfer coefficient.
CO.2. Fixed tube sheet, floated head and U–tube shell and tube heat exchangers, their design
procedures, number of passes in heat exchangers, fouling of heat exchangers, baffles in heat
exchangers, selection of heating and cooling media for heat exchangers, Troubleshooting of
shell and tube heat exchangers, thermal stresses and vibrations in shell and tube heat
exchangers.
CO.3. Plate heat exchangers, design procedure, advantages over shell and tube heat
exchangers, spiral plate heat exchangers, helical coil heat exchangers.
CO.4. Heat Regenerators, fixed and fluidized bed, Evaporators types and their operational
characteristics. Single stage and multistage evaporation system, Steam economy, boiling
point rise of solution and its effect on evaporation system, rising film and falling film
evaporators.
CO.5. Effectiveness of heat exchanges, NTU method. Heat Transfer in jacketed vessels,
boilers, furnaces and reactors, reboilers, heat transfer in agitated vessels with and without
coils
CO.6. Pinch Technology, Composite enthalpy curves, Heat Integration and Network Design,
Pinch Temperature Determination, Design above and below the pinch

Text Books/ Reference Books:

1) Sinnot, R., Towler ,G., Chemical Engineering Design, Volume 6, Fifth Edition, Elsevier,
New Delhi.
2) Dutta, Binay K, Heat Transfer: Principles and Applications, PHI Learning Private
Limited, 2001.
Course Code : CML389
Course Title : Chemical Informatics
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be successfully able to
understand and will be able to make use of cheminformatics tools for the discovery, design
and development of novel chemicals, drugs and materials.

Course Outcomes:
1. To learn and utilize cheminformatics tools for pharmaceutical drug design and
development
2. To learn and utilize cheminformatics tools for the design and development of novel
materials and chemicals
3. To learn chemical structure representation and ways to handle it on computers

Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course
Objectives A b c d E f g h i
CO1 H H H L - H M L M
CO2 H H H L - H M L M
CO3 - H - - - - - - -

Course Description: This course mainly focuses on providing the knowledge of various
cheminformatics tools available that can be utilized for the applications such as
pharmaceutical drug design and discovery as well as material design and development.

Course Content:
CO.1. Cheminformatics introduction: Introduction to cheminformatics, History and
Evolution of cheminformatics, Use of cheminformatics, Prospects of cheminformatics,
Molecular Modeling and structure Elucidation.
CO.2. Representation of molecules and Chemical Reactions: Nomenclature; Different types
of notations; SMILES coding; Matrix Representations; Structure of Molfilles and Sdfiles;
Libraries and tookits; Different electronics effects; reaction classification.

CO.3. Representing 2D and 3D structures I. Kinds of 2D structures representation; atom

lookup and connection tables; graph theory; SMILES; SD files; representation nuances;
descriptors.
Database Design and their Management: Database concepts. Structured Query language.
Design of Chemical databases, Data Abstraction; Data Models; Instances and Schemes; E-R
Model – Entity and entity sets; Relations and relationship sets; E-R diagrams, Reducing E-R
Diagram to tables, Network Data Model: Basic concepts, Hierarchical data Model: Basic
concepts, Metadatabases, Indexing and Hashing, Text Databases, Introduction to Distributed
Database Processing, Data Security. Interfacing programs with databases.
Calculation of physical and chemical data, molecular mechanics, Descriptors for chemical
compounds, Methods for data analysis, Artificial intelligence systems in Chemical
Engineering, Chemical Markup Language (CML).
Prediction of physical and chemical properties, Structure– Spectra correlations, Chemical
reactions and synthesis design, Drug design, elements of bioinformatics and genomics.
Introduction to computational fluid mechanics, Applications of CFD in modeling flow
through porous media and through capillaries, Modeling flow through the human circulatory
systems, Drug delivery.

Textbooks/Reference Books:
1) Andrew Bender, Jonathan M Goodman, Cheminformatics, Oxford University Press-2007
2) Gasteiger J. and Engel T., Chemoinformatics, A Text Book, Wiley VCH.
3) Stuart Schreiber, Tarun M. Kapoor, Chemical Biology: From Small Molecules to Systems
Biology and Drug Design Chemical Release 2001.
Course Code : CML391
Course Title : Surface Coating Engineering
Course Credits(L-T-P) : 3 credits(3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
Students will be able to understand the difference between pigments and paints. They will
understand the manufacturing process and utility of paint and pigment

Course Outcomes:
1) To understand details about pigments
2) To understand details about Drying Oils and Driers
3) To understand details about paints

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference) *:

POs
→ a b c d e f g h i j k
COs ↓
CO1 M M L
CO2 M M
CO3 M M L
Overal M M L
l
Content (CO wise):
CO1: Preparation of Pigments: White Pigments. Red pigments; orange and yellow pigments;
green, blue and black pigments.
CO2: Drying Oils and Driers; Solvents and Plasticisers: Resins, gums; waxes and bitumen,
varnishes and lacquers; paints and enamels; cellulose ester products; synthetic resins and
finishers; paint chemistry.
CO3: Paints plant; varnish plant; manufacture operation; factory cost accounting; research,
development and control; fire protection; safety and health
Textbooks:
1) G P A. Turner, Introduction to paint chemistry and principals of paint technology
Reference Books:
1) K. Holmberg, Coatings Tribology
Course Code : CML 351
Course Title : Chemical Technology
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 03 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course description: The course deals with the preparation of chemical process flow
diagrams involving various unit operations and unit processes in synthesis of organic and
inorganic products such as petroleum products, coal chemicals, fertilizers, acids, cement,
sugar, alcohol, glass, paper and pulp, industrial gases, chloro-alkali chemicals etc.

Course Objectives:
1) To study the overall process flow in production of chemical products of importance
2) To gain knowledge of various unit operation and processes involved in the production
process
3) To gain knowledge in performing overall mass and energy balance of a process
4) To attain the knowledge of flow/ separation pattern of material
5) To understand the approach for modeling of a process plant

Course Outcomes (CO):

At the end of the course, the student Students will gain knowledge on
1) Basic unit process and unit operations involved in production of various chemicals.
2) Raw materials, reactions, catalysts, temperature, pressure and time of operation of various
unit operations and process involved in production of various organic and inorganic
chemicals.
3) Production of various intermediate products which serves as main raw materials in
manufacture ofa specific product
4) Preparation of process flow diagrams involved in production of various chemicals

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

CO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO1 PO1 PO1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2
CO-1   
CO-2  
CO-3     
CO-4       

Course Content (CO wise):

Introduction and overview of Chemical Process Technology. Preparation of process flow
diagrams, Instrumentation diagrams and Process symbols.

Petroleum refinery processes: Introduction to crude oil, Crude refining processes (i) physical
processes (Desalting/dehydration, Crude distillation, Propane deasphalting Solvent extraction
and dewaxing, Blending, (ii) Chemical process (thermal process –Visbreaking, Delayed
coking, Flexicoking), Catalytic Processes –Hydrotreating, Catalytic reforming, Catalytic
cracking, Hydrocracking, Catalytic dewaxing, Alkylation, Polymerization, Isomerization

Petrochemical Industries: production of petrochemical feedstocks, olefins and aromatics,

intermediates from olefins and aromatics. Manufacture of ethylene, propylene, butylenes,
benzene, toluene etc.

Inorganic Chemical Industries: chloro-alkali industries, manufacture of acids-sulfuric, nitric,

phosphoric acids, Fertilizers- ammonia, urea, Ammonium sulfate, ammonium nitrate, Urea,
SSP and TSP and miscellaneous fertilizers.

Natural products -manufacture of sugar, starch, and its derivatives, Pulp, Paper, oil and fats,
Rayon industries. Edible oils: extraction and refining, fat splitting, soaps and detergents.
Polymerization industries (ethylene, polyethylene, propylene,polypropylene, butylenes,
benzene, toluene, PVC and polyester synthetic fibers etc.

Textbooks:
1) Dryden C.E.; Outlines of Chemical Technology: East West Press, 1973.
2) Shreve R.N and Brink J.M; Chemical Process Industries: McGraw Hill Co.,New York,
1977.
3) P. H. Groggins, Unit Processes in Organic Synthesis, 5th Ed., McGraw Hill, 1984.
4) Soni P.L. and Kalyal; Textbook of Inorganic Chemistry, 20th Edition, S. Chand &Co.,
New Delhi.
5) Venkateshwarulu D.; Manual of Chemical Technology: Vols I and II, IIT, Madras,8. 1977.
Course Code : CML 352
Course Title : Transport Phenomena
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 4 Credits (3-1-0)
Pre-requisites : CML202, CML221, CML222.
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
Students will be able to develop and use velocity profile, flux profile model equations for
different systems in heat, mass and momentum transfer using shell balance approach

Course Outcomes:
1) Correlate the heat mass and momentum transfer
2) Explain the shell balance approach and boundary conditions
3) Obtain velocity, concentration and temperature profile, heat mass and momentum flux
profile and other important equation.
4) Solve design problem using profile equations

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 H H M L L
2 H H M
3 H H M M L
4 H H M L

Course description:
This course mainly deals with application of knowledge gain by students in fluid mechanics,
heat transfer and mass transfer. This subject also covers the topic which shows the similarity
between fluid mechanics, heat transfer and mass transfer

Course Content (CO wise):

CO 1: Similarity between heat, momentum and mass transport and mass transport Molecular
and Convective Transport, Definition of Transport Properties, Viscosity, Thermal
Conductivity, Diffusivity, Newton’s Law of Viscosity, Fourier’s Law of Heat Conduction,
Fick’s First Law of Diffusion, Dimensionless Numbers in Molecular Transport, Convective
transport and total flux.
Inter-phase Transport and Transport Coefficients, Physical Interpretation of Friction Factor,
Heat Transfer Coefficient, Mass Transfer Coefficient, Dimensionless Numbers in inter-phase
Transport. Various Transport Analogies, The Reynolds Analogy, The Chilton-Colburn
Analogy Evaluation of transfer coefficient: Engineering Correlations
CO 2: Shell Momentum Balances and Velocity Distributions in Laminar Flow. Shell
Momentum Balances and Boundary condition. Different cases for discussing shell moment
balance approach like, Flow of a Falling Film, Flow Through a Circular Tube, Flow through
an Annulus, Flow of Two Adjacent Immiscible Fluids.
Shell Energy Balances and Temperature Distributions in Solids and Laminar Flow. Shell
Energy Balances; Boundary Conditions. Different cases for discussing shell energy balance
approach like, Heat Conduction with an Electrical Heat Source, Heat Conduction with a
Nuclear Heat Source, Heat Conduction with a Viscous Heat Source, Heat Conduction with a
Chemical Heat Source, Heat Conduction through Composite Walls, Heat Conduction in a
Cooling Fin
CO 3: Shell mass balance for Concentration Distributions in Solids and Laminar Flow. Shell
Mass Balances; Boundary Conditions, Diffusion through a Stagnant Gas Film, Diffusion with
a Heterogeneous Chemical
Reaction, Diffusion with a Homogeneous Chemical Reaction, Diffusion into a Falling Liquid
Film (Gas Absorption), Diffusion into a Falling Liquid Film (Solid Dissolution), Diffusion
and Chemical Reaction inside a Porous Catalyst, Diffusion in a Three-Component Gas
System
CO 4: The Equations of Change for Isothermal Systems
The Equation of Continuity, The Equation of Motion, The Equation of Mechanical Energy,
The Equation of Angular Momentum, The Equations of Change in Terms of the Substantial
Derivative, Use of the Equations of Change to Solve Flow, Steady Flow in a Long Circular
pipe, Falling Film with Variable Viscosity, Operation of a Couette Viscometer, Shape of the
Surface of a Rotating Liquid, Flow near a Slowly Rotating Sphere, Dimensional Analysis of
the Equations of Change

Textbooks:
1) R.B. Bird, W. Stewart and E.N Lightfoot, Transport Phenomena, John Wiley & Sons, 2nd
Edition, 2006
2) Ismail Tosun, Modeling in Transport Phenamena, Elsevier Science & Technology Books,
2nd Edition, 2007

Reference Books:
1) C.O. Bennet and J.E. Myres, Momentum, Heat & Mass Transfer, McGraw Hills, 3rd
Editon, 1994
2) R. Brodkey and H. C. Hershey, Transport Phenomena – A Unified Approach, volume 1,
McGraw Hill Book Co., 2nd Edition, 1988
3) C.J. Geankoplis, Transport Processes and Separation Process Principles, Prentics Hall
India Ltd., 4th edition, 2003
4) G.S. Laddha and T.E. Degaleesan, Transport Phenomena in Liquid Extraction, Tata
McGraw Hill Book Co., 1st edition, 1978
.
Course Code : CML 353
Course Title : Chemical Process Equipment Design
Credits : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : General Metallurgy, Mechanical Operations, Strength of materials
Overlaps with : None

Objectives :
After completion of this course the students will be able to do design of industrial pressure
vessel and storage vessel.

Course Outcomes:
1) Provide students with basic understanding equipment design
2) To teach students the design of pressure vessel
3) To teach students the design of storage vessel
4) To teach students to apply the design concepts in practical industrial design problem

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

POs →
a b c d e f g h i
COs ↓

CO1 H H H
CO2 H M

CO3 H M

CO4 H H M M H M

Overall H H H M M H M

Course Content:
Unit-1
Importance of chemical process equipment design, design procedure for pressure vessels
subjected to internalpressure, and combined loading, closures for pressure vessels, Code and
standards for pressure vessels(IS:2825:1969), materials of construction, selection of corrosion
allowance and weld joint efficiency.
Unit-2
Design of pressure vessels subjected to high pressure, monoblock construction, shrink fit
construction, externalpressure, optimum proportions of pressure vessels, optimum sizing of
vessels.
Unit-3
Design of supports, flanges, nozzles for vessels, Design of jackets (as per IS 2825), coils for
pressure vessels.
Unit-4
Mechanical design of storage tanks for volatile and non-volatile liquids, roof and bottom
design, optimumproportions of storage tank, storage tanks for solids and its design procedure,
Design of cylindrical storagevessel as per IS:803 and rectangular tanks as per IS:804.
Unit-5
Codes and standards for heat exchangers; Baffles; Tie-rods; Tube joining methods; Design of
shell and tubeheat exchangers as per IS : 4503 and TEMA standards; design of single effect
evaporator
Unit-6
Design of distillation column, absorption column, and reactors

Text Books/ Reference Books:

1) Process equipment dsign-vessel design by Lloyd E. Brownell and Edwin Young, John
Wiley, NewYork1963.
2) Chemical Engineering Volume 6 – Design by J.M. Coulson, J.F. Richardson and R. K.
Sinnott, Pergamonpress International Edition 1989.
3) Introduction to chemical equipment design – Mechanical Aspects by B.C. Bhattacharyya,
CBS Publications.
4) Process Equipment Design by M.V. Joshi and V.V. Mahajani Macmillan India
5) Pressure Vessel Hand book by Eugene F. Megyesy, Pressure vessel company USA.
6) Design of machine elements by V.B. Bhandari, McGraw Hill.
7) Appropriate ISI Specifications and codes for unfired pressure vessels, viz IS: 2825, IS:
803, IS: 804,IS: 1182,IS: 4853, IS: 3658, IS: 3703, IS: 3664, IS: 4260, IS: 4072, IS4503.
Course Code : CML354
Course Title : Energy and Environment
Credits : 3credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to well interpret the
various aspects involved in conventional and non-conventional energy sources. They will be
able to identify the environmental issues relevant with the current energy production
methods. They will also understand the modification that will be needed to solve the
environmental concerns and to optimize the energy production.

Course Outcomes:
1. To analyze and interpret energy production from both conventional and non-conventional
resources
2. To optimize the energy production by modification in the existing technology
3. To identify the environmental concerns related to each and every energy sources
4. To resolve the environmental issues by modification in the existing technology

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course
Objectives a b C d e f g h I
CO1 H L H L M - M M H
CO2 H H H L H M H - -
CO3 H L H L M - M M H
CO4 H H H L H M H -

Course Description:
This course mainly focuses on conventional and non-conventional energy sources such as
coal, petroleum, natural gas, nuclear energy, bioenergy, hydropower, geothermal energy, solar
energy and wind energy. It is designed to establish a connection between the various energy
sources and their environmental influences. Several novel concepts for enhancing the energy
production and treating the environmental problems are also addressed in this course.
Course Content:
CO.1. Conventional and non-conventional energy sources; Coal, oil and gas, solar energy;
wind energy; Geothermal energy; Hydropower; Bioenergy; Nuclear energy. Energy survey in
India. Current and future energy requirements in India and across the world and associated
environmental problems.
CO.2. Coal: Coal and Coal derived fuels; Characteristics, production methods and uses. Coal
combustion technology, waste heat recovery.
CO.3. Oil and Gases: Fuels from oil and gases: Characteristics, production methods and
uses. Technology for combustion of fuels derived from oil and gas. Solar Energy: Solar
energy utilization, Thermal application and photovoltaic applications; Wind, geothermal and
hydro energy utilization.
CO.4. Bio Energy: Biomass conversion for fuels; production methods based on
thermochemical and bioconversion. Characteristics and uses; Design of digestors. Nuclear
Energy: Nuclear Energy; Nuclear fission fuels processing, Nuclear reactions and nuclear
reactors, Nuclear Engineering. Environmental aspect related to coal, oil, fuel gases,
bio-energy, Nuclear energy.
Textbooks/Reference Books:
1) G.N.Rai, “Non conventional energy sources,” Khanna Publishers, New Delhi.
2) Samir Sarkar, “Fuels and Combustion”, 2nd Edn, Orient Longman Publication, 1988.
3) J. G. Speight, Fuel Science & Technology Handbook, Dekker, 1990.
4) V.Balzani and N.Armaroli, Energy sustainable world, Wiley-VCH, 2011
5) G.Boyle, Renewable Energy, Oxford University Press, 2004.
Course Code : CMP 302
Course Title : Chemical Process Modelling and Simulation
Credits : 1 (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : CML 302
Overlap with : None

Course Outcomes:
1) To understand knowledge of fundamental principles and basic laws of modeling
2) To understand the approach for mass/heat transfer & CRE
3) To apply the knowledge of differential equations
4) To understand the approach for modeling

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
a b c d e f g h i
CO1 √ √ √
CO2 √ √ √
CO3 √ √ √
CO4 √ √ √

Course Content (CO Wise):

The following experiments have to be conducted using any one software Polymath/C / C++/
Fortran Depending on availability on machine (Any six out of 10 listed below).
1. Gravity Flow tank.
2. Three CSTR’s in series – open loop.
3. Three CSTR’s in series – closed loop.
4. Non-isothermal CSTR.
5. Complex reaction scheme (Batch Reactor)
6. Second order complex batch reactor
7. Series parallel reaction scheme
8. Semi-batch reactor model
9. Complex reaction model
10. Parallel second order reaction scheme
11. Reversible and irreversible 1st order reactions
12. 2nd order series reactions
13. Complex set of series parallel reactions
14. 10. Equal Size CFSTR In Series

Text Books/ Reference Books

1) Mickley H. S., Sherwood T. S., Reed C. E., Application of Mathematical Modeling in
Chemical Engineering ,Tata-McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 2002.
2) Jensen V.G., Jeffrey’s G.V., Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering”, 2nd Ed.
Academic Press, London, 1978.
3) Lubyen W. L., Process Modeling, Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers,
McGraw-Hill,New York, 1989.
4) A. Kayode Coker, Modelling of Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design, Gulf professional
publication
5) Incropera F.P. Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer 5th Edition Wiley India Pvt.Ltd
Ltd.,2008
Course Code : CMP303
Title of the course : Process Control and Instrumentation
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 (0-0-2)
Course Type : Core
Pre-requisites : CML303

Objectives:
1. To make students aware of working of Different process control instruments through
hands on training.
2. To make students to correlate theory and practical process control through principles,
fundamental concepts and by experimentation.

Course Outcomes:
1) Students will be able to apply the knowledge of control theory for understanding the
various processes, carried out in the Chemical process industry.
2) Students demonstrate their ability of understanding the process control and its application
by virtue of experimentation.
3) Students will be able to learn due care and precautions in handling measuring
instruments.

Expanded Course description:

Sr.No List Of Experiments

1. Interacting System
2. Non-Interacting System
3. Flapper Nozzle Trainer
4. Response Of U-Tube Manometer
5. Control Valve Characteristics
6. Water Temperature Control System Trainer
7. Level Measurement By Air Purge Method
8. Determination of Time Constant of Thermometer And Thermocouple
9. Study of Temperature Measurement Using Sensor RTD
10. Study of Multi Process (Cascade) Control System
Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:
a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Program Outcomes
Objectives a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H H H L
CO2 H L
CO3 L L
Overall H M M L

Textbooks/Reference books:
1) T. Marlin, "Process Control", McGraw Hill, 1995.
2) W.L.Luyben, "Process Modelling Simulation and Control for Chemical Engineers",
McGraw Hill, 1990.
3) G.Stephanopoulos, "Chemical Process Control: An Introduction to Theory and Practice",
Prentice-Hall, New Jersey, 1984.
Course Code : CMP321
Title of the course : Mass Transfer I
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 (0-0-2)
Course Type : Core
Pre-requisites : CML221-Mass Transfer I

Course Content/List of Experiments:

1. To determine the Mass Transfer coefficient for Absorption of CO2 in NaOH solution in
packed Column.
2. Study of adsorption of acetic acid on activated charcoal [To verify adsorption isotherms].
3. To determine the number of Heat Transfer Units (HTU) & height equivalent to
Theoretical plate (HETP) of Packed distillation column.
4. To study the drying characteristics curve under constant drying condition in rotary
vacuum or tray dryer.
5. Diffusion (Liquid – Liquid) –To calculate the diffusion coefficient of vapour in still Air.
6. To study the characteristics of Boiling point diagram.
7. To study the characteristics Cooling Tower experiment.
8. Experiments on Differential Distillation.
9. To determine rate of distillation by Steam Distillation.
10. Performance evaluation of fluid bed dryer.
11. Study of factors affecting rate of Evaporation :-
i) Effect of Surface Area.
ii) Effect of Temperature.
12. Solid liquid extraction
13. Liquid – Liquid Extraction– To determine Overall efficiency for a three stage
counter-current and cross current system.
14. Diffusion (Liquid–Air):- To find the diffusion coefficient of vapour instill air.
15. Experiments on Fractional Crystallization.
16. Spray Column Dryer:- To study the Design and operating Principles of Spray Dryer.
17. Plate Column Distillation :- to study the Performance of a rectification column.
18. Determination of Rate of drying, Free moisture content and bound moisture content.
Total Experiments to be conducted / designed: 8-10
Textbooks:
1. Mass Transfer Operations, Treybal R.E., McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980, 3rd
Edition
2. Chemical Engineering Vol. I, II & III, Coulson J.M. and Richardson J.F., Pergamon Press,
New York 1977
3. Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, McCabe W.L. and Smith J.C. & Harriot,
McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980, 5th Edition
4. Principles of Mass Transfer and Separation Process, Binay K. Dutta, PHI Learning Pvt.
Ltd., New Delhi, Eastern Economy Edition
5. Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Badger W.L. and Banchero J.T., Tata McGraw Hill
Book Co.
Course Code : CML 393
Course Title : Innovative Design
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (2-0-2)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives:
1. To contribute to the understanding of human creativity
2. To orient students outward, toward the rest of society and to create a broader outlook to
face the challenges of the real world effectively
3. To augment engineering education by adding the design component in thinking and doing
4. To impart product and system building knowledge and skills
5. To tackle real life problem by cross-functional and multi-disciplinary team approach

Course Outcomes:
1. will be able to identify and define a problem
2. Learn to frame the design challenge properly
3. Ideate and iterate solutions
4. Develop skills and attitudes such as experimentation, design thinking, teamwork,
communication, societal context and business context
5. Learn to participate more fully in society

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Program Outcomes (PO)
Outco a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i.
mes
CO1. H H H H M H
CO2. M H H M H
CO3. M H H H
CO4. H M H H H H
CO5. H H H

Course description:
The course focuses on innovative engineering design in a team-based, cross-disciplinary
setting. “Innovative Design” implies both identifying and solving real – world problems for
real people. The course engages students with a real problem, which has no given solution in
an industrial / social context, develop social and collaborative skills, introduce new product
development methods in a project environment.
The course emphasizes the use of Project Based Learning where students participate in active
and experiential learning through real product development situations. It will start with an
open-ended situation of identifying a problem to solve and eventually end with a possible
solution that may be implemented.

Course Content:
CO 1: Designing attitude in day-to-day life:
Everybody design/innovate/ jugaad on almost daily basis, examples of everyday research,
survey, observations, experimentation and problem solving
CO 2: What is the problem? How do people deal with it now? Key pain points?
Understanding user context ( social, family, community, ecological, cultural, institutional,
technological, political-economic etc.,)What, Why, How, for whom and Novelty (comparison
with existing solutions)
CO 3: Ideation
Seeking solutions from existing designs, embedded thumb rules in people’s practices,
nature’s patterns and strategies; constellation of technological, institutional, cultural and
ecological endowments in which local practice is embedded
CO 4: Design thinking:
Design thinking including socio-ecological design/empathetic design, traditional wisdom
based/ ancient wisdom based
CO 5: Paper design of the proposed solution
Review of the design by functional experts from Technical, Design, Social Sciences, Finance
and Fabrication disciplines to give feedback to each team on their shortlisted ideas

Textbooks:
1) Ulrich, Karl T. and Steven D. Eppinger, Product Design and Development, 5th edition
(2012), Irwin/McGraw-Hill
2) Sir Peter Medawar, .Advice to Young Scientist, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Series,
Edition 1st
3) Santiago Ramón Caja, Advice to Young Investigator, The MIT Press, Edition 1st

Websites:

1) National Innovation Foundation www.nif.org.in

2) Knowledge bank, http://summerschool.sristi.org/
Course Code : CML429
Course Title : Nanotechnology
Credits [LTP] :3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlap with : None

Objectives/Course Outcomes:
1) To understand knowledge of new technology
2) To understand the knowledge of Engg/Technology along with science
3) To understand the synthesis rout of Nano particles
4) To understand the applications in various Engg/Tech towards development of new product
5) To understand the approach for modeling for synthesis route

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
A b c d e f g h i
CO1 √ √ √ √ √
CO2 √ √ √ √ √
CO3 √ √
CO4 √ √ √ √
CO5 √ √
Content (CO Wise):
CO.1. To understand knowledge of new technology, Introduction to Nanotechnology, To
understand the knowledge of Engg/Technology along with science, Physical chemistry of
solid surfaces: Electrostatic stabilization, steric stabilization
CO.2. To understand the synthesis rout of Nano particles, Synthesis of Nanomaterials:
Matrix mediated growth technique, sol-gel method, Chemical precipitation method etc,
CO.3. To understand the applications in various Engg/Tech towards development of new
product
CO.4. Application in Chemical Technology: Polymer Nanocomposites-Synthesis,
characterization, mechanical, thermal properties etc
CO.5. Application in Carbon nano tubes: Synthesis, characterization, SWNT,MWCNT,
different models used for CNT, method of synthesis-Arc discharge method, lasor ablation
method, CVD method etc
CO.6. Application in drug delivery, Application in nanofluids: Synthesis of various kind of
nanofluids, application in Thermal conductivity, heat transfer coefficient, heat exchanger
applications, study of dimensionless analogy, etc. To understand the approach for modeling
for synthesis route.Study of Characterization of nanoparticles techniques: XRD,
TEM,SEM,AFM,DSC, TGA,DMA, Rheometer etc

Text Books/ Reference Books

1. Gipzjpmg Cap, Ying Wang, Nanostructures and Nanomaterials (synthesis properties and
applications, 2nd Edition, USA 2011
2. Jurgen Schulte,Nanotechnology (strategies, industry trends and applications,Willey,1st
Edition, England 2005
3. S.Reich, C.Thomsen, J.Maultzsch,Carben Nanotubes (Basic concept and physical
property,Wiley-VCH,1st Edition, 2004, Weinheim
Course Code : CML424
Course Title : Petroleum Refinery Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Mass Transfer I
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
1. To develop the fundamentals of refining of petroleum crude oil and its fractionation in
different useful petroleum products.
2. The student will be aware to the product quality, related environmental concern and the
standards by applying the different primary, secondary and advanced refinery processes.
3. The student will be aware to problems and remedies in petroleum sector.
4. To develop the skill and knowledge for upgradation of petroleum refineries as per present
and future demand.
5. To develop the responsibility of technological inputs related to energy and environmental
demand.
Outcomes:
At the end of the course, the student will understand the fundamentals and advances in
refinery sector. Students will gain detailed knowledge of exploration of crude oil, its
fractionation into different useful petroleum products, their quality, related environmental
concerns and the standard by the recent and updated technology. The students will be able to
visualize the scenario of refinery in India and abroad and can work in refineries and R&D
sector of the related area.

Course description:
A brief review of the basic principles and existing techniques of petroleum refinery such as
exploration of crude oil, characterization and fractionation into usable petroleum products.
Recent advancements in secondary processes on the above areas to meet the revised standard
and specification of the petroleum products. This course will end up with understanding of
the fundamentals of refinery and present and future requirements of the refinery/oil sector.

Course Content:
Unit I (6 hrs) :Fundamental principles of origin and occurrence of petroleum crude and its
exploration, Composition of petroleum, classification and physical properties,
Characterization of crude oil and petroleum products, status of petroleum refining in India,
future refining trends.
Unit II (6 hrs): Crude oil Distillation Process, Pretreatment of crude, atmospheric and
vacuum distillation process
Unit III (6 hrs) :Secondary conversion processes: Thermal and catalytic cracking, Catalytic
reforming, Pyrolysis
Unit IV (6 hrs): Heavy Residue Upgradation Technologies: Hydrocracking, Hydrotreating,
visbreaking and coking, alkylation, Isomerisation, dehydrogenation processes,
polymerization.
Unit V (6 hrs): Lubricating oil, grease and Bitumen: Dewaxing and deoiling, deasphalting,
lube hydrofinishing, bitumen air blowing, Sweetening and Desulphurization,
Hydrodesulphurisation of petroleum products.
Unit VI (6 hrs): Energy conservation in petroleum refineries. New Trends in petroleum
refinery operations, Biorefinery concept.

Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
a b c d e f g h i
1 √ √ √ √ √
2 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
3 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
4 √ √ √ √ √ √ √
5 √ √ √ √ √
Textbooks:
1. Modern Petroleum Refining Processes, Bhaskara Rao B.K., Oxford & IBH Publishing
Co. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi., Edition 3rd
2. Petroleum Refining Engineering, Nelson W.L.., Tata McGraw Hill Publication Co. Ltd.
(1985), 4th Edition.
3. Petroleum Refining Technology and Economics, Gary J.H. &Handwerk G.E., Marcel
Dekker, Inc., New York, 3rd Edition
4. Petroleum Refining Manual, Noel H.M., Publisher Reinhdd Pub. Corp., New York.
5. Modern Petroleum Technology, Hobson G.D. &Rohl W., Applied Science Publication,
4th Edition.
Course Code : CML394
Course Title : Introduction to Measuring Instrument
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
The objective of this course is to familiarize the students with basic working principal and
construction of various measuring instrument used in Process industry.

Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will acquire knowledge about to:
1. Know the operation of various measuring instruments.
2. Use, calibrate and maintenance of different types of instrumentation systems.
3. Understanding of the construction, material used and principle of operation of various
types of measuring instruments.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solve engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program Outcomes (PO)

Outc a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i.
omes
1. √ √ √ √

2. √ √ √ √
3. √ √ √ √

Course Content:
1. Introduction to Instrumentation: Role of instruments in industrial processes; Block
representation of measurement systems; Need for calibration and standards; Instrument
parameters: sensitivity, accuracy, resolution, span, range; Static errors: zero error,
proportionality error, hysteresis and maximum non-linearity error, role of transducer.
2.Pressure Measurement: Definition and units; Relationship between absolute, atmospheric
and gauge pressures; Relationship between height of a column of liquid and pressure; Use of
manometers for pressure measurement; Principle of operation and installation of the
following pressure gauges: diaphragm gauges, bellows gauges, Bourdon gauges, strain
gauges; Gauge calibration using manometers, dead-weight testers, portable field calibrators
and comparators; Pressure transmitters: standard pneumatic and electrical signals.
3. Level Measurement: Factors influencing level measurement; Direct level measuring
systems: the dip stick, the sight glass, floats; Pressure operated systems: purged dip pipe,
diaphragm box, differential pressure transmitter, manometer; Suitability of specific devices
for different liquid conditions; Relationship between level and content (volume and mass) for
spherical and cylindrical tanks.
4. Flow Measurement: Volume and mass flow rate; Turbulent flow, streamlined flow and
Reynolds number; The Continuity Equation, Bernoulli’s Equation and application to
differential pressure devices; Differential pressure primary elements: orifice plate, Venturi
tube, Dall tube, flow nozzle and pitot-static tube; Installation procedures; Positive
displacement flow meters: reciprocating piston, rotating impeller, semi-rotary type; Variable
area flow meters; Flow integration and linearization; Calibration of liquid flow meters:
volumetric tank, gravimetric tank, pipe prover, reference meter, standing start and finish,
flying start and finish.
5.Temperature Measurement: Thermal expansion thermometers: liquid in glass, bimetallic,
liquid in metal, vapour pressure, and constant volume gas; Metal resistance thermometers an
thermistors : theory, types, industrial installation and applications; Thermocouples: Seebeck
effect, base metal and rare metal thermocouples, their metal combinations, operating ranges
and uses; Law of Intermediate Metals and Law of Intermediate Temperatures; Practical
application of these laws in the use of thermocouples; Installation techniques; Thermowells;
Thermometer calibration procedures.
6. Control valve: Pressure drop across the valve, valve noise, flow characteristics of linear &
equal percentage control valves on load changes. Control valve selection, Seat leakage &
calibration.

Textbooks

1) Measurement and Instrumentation Principles, Alan S. Morris, Butterworth-Heinemann,

(2001), ISBN: 0750650818
2) Temperature Measurement, L. Michalski, John Wiley & Sons, (2001), ISBN: 0471867799
3) Industrial Flow Measurement, 3rd Edition, David W. Spitzer, ISA (2000) ISBN:
1556178719
4) Measurement and Control Basics,3rd Edition, T. A. Hughes, ISA (2002) ISBN:
155617764X
Reference Book
1) Instrument Engineers’ Handbook 4th Edition – Process Measurement and Analysis,
Volume 1, B.G. Liptak, ISA, (2003), ISBN: 0849310830.
2) Industrial Instrumentation and Control, W. Buchanan, Butterworth- Heinemann,
(1999),ISBN: 0340719222.
Course No. : CML336
Course Title : Polymer Engineering
Course Credits (L-P-T) :3 ( 3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Course Objectives/ Outcomes:

1) To understand the different types of plastics
2) To understand the processing of plastics.
3) To understand the preparation and testing of plastics.
4) To understand the factors affecting properties of polymers.
5) To understand the fundamentals of waste management.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solve engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
A b c d e f g h i
1 H H H M M M
2 H H H M M M
3 H H H M M M
4 H H H M H H
5 H H H M M M

Course Content:
CO -1: To understand the different types of plastics.
Comparison of thermoplastics and thermoset plastics; Thermoset plastics - Types of resins,
Interpenetrating Polymer Networks (IPN); Thermoplastics - Types of aliphatic and aromatic
thermo plastics, copolymers, Blends and alloys; Liquid crystal plastics; cellular plastics;
oriented plastic materials.
CO -2: To understand the processing of plastics.
Processing: Basics of process design, Classification & general aspects of processes - molding
& forming operations, Post die processing; Decoration of plastics - Printing, Vacuum
Metalizing, In-mold decoration. Additives & Compounding - Different types of additives,
Batch mixers, continuous mixers, Dispersive and distributive mixing, Characterization of
mixed state.
Fundamentals on Viscous & Viscoelastic behavior of polymer melt, Rheological
measurements and Polymer processability. Non isothermal aspects - Temperature effect on
rheological properties, Crystallization, Morphology & Orientation, plastic memory,
Molecular weight effects on processing and properties.
CO-3: To understand the preparation and testing of plastics.
Properties & Testing of plastics: Basic concepts of testing, National & International
standards, Test specimen preparation, Pre conditioning & Test atmosphere.
Identification of plastics by simple test - Visual examination, Density, Melting point,
Solubility test, Flame test, Chemical tests.
CO-4: To understand the factors affecting properties of polymers.
Effect of shape & structure on material properties, Long - term & short - term mechanical
properties, crazing, Permeability & barrier properties, Environmental-stress cracking, Melt
flow index, Heat deflection temperature, Vicat softening temperature, Glass transition
temperature, thermal conductivity, Co-efficient of thermal expansion, Shrinkage, Thermal
stability, Flammability.
CO-5: To understand the fundamentals of waste management.
Waste management & Recycling: Plastics waste and the associated problems, Integrated
waste management - source reduction, recycling & sustainability correlation, energy
recovering process. Environmental issues, policies and legislation in India.
Kinetics of polymerization (addition and condensation)

Text Books:
1) Plastics - How Structure Determines Properties, Gruenwald G, Hanser Publishers, 1993
2) Polymer Processing Principles and Design, Baird D. G. and Collias D. I.,
Butterworth-Heinemann, 1995
3) Hand Book of Plastics Testing Technology ,Vishu Shah, John Wiley & Sons Inc. New
York
4) How to identify Plastics by Simple Methods.J.S.Anand, K.Ramamurthy, K.Palanivelu,
CIPET, Chennai, 2nd edition
5) Plastics and the Environment, Anthony L. Andrady (Ed.), Wiley Interscience, New York
Course Code : CML 439
Course Title : Energy Management
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlaps with : None

Objectives:
Students will be able to develop the correlation between energy input and output, energy
requirement for proper management of energy intensive operations.

Course Outcomes:
1) To study the methodology and measurement for energy audit.
2) To study the economics involved in energy audit
3) To determine the performance of different energy intensive systems.
4) To study the energy efficiency of electrical systems and lighting.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

CourseOutcome Program outcomes
s a b C D E f g h i
CO1 H
CO2 H M M L
CO3 M L
CO4 H
Course Content:
This course mainly deals with application of knowledge gain by students in Energy
Auditing, Management , conservation .
CO1: Energy auditing: Methodology, analysis of past data, measurements of various
parameters, portable and on line instruments.
CO2: Energy economics: Payback period, Rate of Return, life cycle costing.
CO3: Steam Systems: Boiler-efficiency testing, excess air control, Steam distribution and
use, steam traps, condensate recovery, flash steam utilization.
CO4: Electrical systems: Demand control, power factor correction, load scheduling/shifting.
Motor drives – motor efficiency testing, energy efficient motors, and motor speed control.
Lighting: Conservation in Pumps, Fans (flow control), Compressed Air Systems,
Refrigeration and conditioning systems, Waste heat recovery, heat pipes

Textbooks:
1) Dryden I.G.C, The efficient use of Energy; Ed. Butter worth, London 1982.

Reference Books:
1) Murphy W.R., McKay G.A, Energy Management, Murphy Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd.,
2001.
2) Turner W.C, Energy Management Handbook, 2nd Edition Fairmont Press, Lilburn,
Georgia, 1993.
3) Callaghan O’ Paul , Energy Management, McGraw Hill, 194
Course Code : CML 403
Course Title : Plant Design and Economics
Course Credit (L-T-P) : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/ Objectives :

After the course students will be able:
1) To read complex P&ID diagrams.
2) To perform an economic and profitability analysis of a proposed chemical plant.
3) To appreciate the importance of safety and incorporate safety features in design.
4) To appreciate that the chemical plants are not always run at design conditions and will
experience faults.
5) To write and present a design dissertation.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference)

POs
COs a b c d e F G h i j k L

CO1 M
CO2 H M M
CO3 H H H H
CO4 H M M
CO5 H H

Course Contents (CO wise):

CO1: Block flow diagram, process flow diagram, piping and instrumentation diagram
(P&ID).
CO2: Conceptual design and synthesis of a process flow diagram, development of PFD
from generic BFD.
CO3: Plant layout, location and site selection.
CO4: Estimation of capital costs, purchased equipment costs, total capital cost of a plant,
bare module cost- base and non-base conditions, estimation of manufacturing costs, cost of
labor, utility cost, raw material costs.
CO5: Investment and the time value of money, different types of interest, cash flow
diagrams, inflation, Annuities, depreciation, taxation, profitability analysis, criteria for
profitability for large projects, net present value, rate of return, evaluation of equipment
alternatives, evaluation of risks, sensitivity and uncertainty analysis.
CO6: Safety design: Major chemical industry disasters, safety hierarchy, basic process
control safety, Alarms, SIS (safety interlock system), HAZOP, safety valves.
CO7: Operability issues and troubleshooting in a chemical plant.
CO8: Introduction to computer aided flow sheeting.

Textbooks/ References:
1) R Turton, R Balie, W B Whiting, J Shaeiwitz, D Bhattacharya Prentice Hall (4th Edition)
Analysis, Synthesis, and Design of Chemical Processes 2013
2) Douglas J McGraw-Hill Sciences (1st Edition) Conceptual Design of Chemical Processes
3) Study material developed by Kevin Dunn and Dr. Thomas Marlin.
Course Code : CMD401
Course Title : Project Phase - I
Course Credits : 2 credits
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent course : None

Course Content:
In this course, the candidate is expected to start his/ her basic preparation of experimental /
mathematical project decided by the faculty advisor.
Course Code : CMP 401
Course Title : Mass Transfer II
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 Credits (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : Mass Transfer II
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
The objective of this course is to introduce the mass transfer operations and how to quantify,
formulate, and solve engineering problems involving different mass transfer operations like
distillation, leaching, liquid-liquid extraction, absorption. To demonstrate that how to apply
mass balances and its transfer and analyze systems.

Course Outcomes:
1) To understand the basic concepts and principles of mass transfer operation like
distillation, absorption, liquid-liquid extraction, solid-liquid extraction (leaching).
2) How to identify, quantify or formulate, and solve the engineering problems involving
mass transfer.
3) Design and analysis of mass transfer processes and equipments.
4) Applications of mass transfer phenomena and its optimum use.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:
Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 H M L H M
2 H M H L M L
3 H M L M L
4 H M L M L L M L L

Course description:
The course presents the mass transfer operations from a chemical engineering viewpoint. The
basic concepts, design and its application regarding the mass transfer operations like
Distillation, Absorption, Liquid-liquid extraction and Solid-liquid extraction are stressed in
this course.

Course Content (CO wise)

CO1: Unit I (6 hrs): Distillation: Vapour – liquid equilibria, Raoult’s law, X-Y and H-X-Y
diagrams, differential distillation and equilibrium distillation, steam distillation, azeotropic
distillation, extractive distillation.
CO2: Unit II (8 hrs)
Fractionation, binary distillation, plate and packed columns for distillation, analytical and
graphical methods for estimation of number of stages required in distillation column,
minimum reflux ratio, optimum reflux ratio, number of stages at optimum reflux, murphree
plate efficiency and overall plate efficiency, effect of feed conditions on number of plates
for separation.
CO3: Unit III (4 hrs)
Concept of HETP, HTU, NTU in distillation, plate and packed columns, packings for
packed columns, pressure drop in plate and packed columns, bubble cap, sieve tray, valve
tray plate columns.
Unit IV (6 hrs)
Absorption Equilibrium relationships, two film theory, penetration theory, surface renewal
rate theory, concept of driving force and mass transfer coefficient, plate column and packed
columns for absorption, selection of solvent for absorption and absorbers design
procedures.
CO4: Unit V (6 hrs)
Liquid – Liquid Extraction fundamentals, selection of solvent for extraction, estimation of
mass transfer coefficients, triangular diagram representation, equipments for liquid – liquid
extraction, plate and packed columns, spray columns, rotary disc contactors, design
procedures and equipment selection criteria. Single stage, multistage operations etc.
Unit VI (6 hrs)
Solid – Liquid Extraction fundamentals, Solvent selection, equilibrium relationship,
triangular diagram representation, single stage, multistage concurrent and counter current
operation, equipments for solid – liquid extraction, their design procedure and selection
criteria.

Textbooks:
1) Treybal R.E., Mass Transfer Operations, McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980.
2) Coulson J.M. and Richardson J.F., Chemical Engineering Vol. I, II & III, Pergamon Press,
New York 1977.

Reference Books:
1) Badger W.L. and Banchero J.T., Introduction to Chemical Engineering, 4th edition, Tata
McGraw Hill Book Co..
2) McCabe W.L. and Smith J.C. & Harriot, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 5th
edition, McGraw Hill Book Co., New York 1980.
3) Binay K. Dutta, Principles of Mass Transfer and Separation Process, PHI Learning Pvt.
Ltd., New Delhi
Course Code : CMP453
Course Title : Design Lab I
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 Credtis (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent course : None

Objective: Objective of this subject is to expose students to understand and drawing the basic
symbolic representation and its application to chemical engineering
Syllabus: Symbols used in Drawing, Design and Drawing of various chemical equipments
and accessories like storage tank, Jacketed vessel, reaction vessel, hanges coil, gasket,
pressure vessel, supports, Agitator, etc.
Minimum 10-12 Imperial size sheets ( A-1) covering the above syllabus should be drawn out
of which 1/3rd should be drawn using computer software like AutoCAD.

TEXT BOOKS:
1. Joshi M.V., Mahajan V.V., “Process Equipment Design” ,MacMillan India Ltd

REFERENCES
1) Khurmi R.S ,Gupta J.M., “A text book of machine design”, S.Chand &Company Ltd,
NewDelhi.
2) Dawande S.D., “Process Design of Equipments”, Central Techno Publication, Nagpur.
Course Code : CML425
Course Title : Membrane Technology
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Mass Transfer
Overlapping/Equivalent course : None

Course Outcomes/ Objectives:

1) To introduce the concept of various membrane separation processes such as
microfiltration, reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, dialysis and electrodialysis,
pervaporation, liquid membrane permeation, gas permeation
2) Identifying, formulating, and solving engineering problems involving various membrane
separation processes
3) To designand analysis of various membrane separation processes such as microfiltration,
reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, dialysis and electrodialysis, pervaporation
etc.
4) To introduce application of various membrane separation processes such as
microfiltration, reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration etc.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with Pos:

POs a B C d e f g h i j k l
COs

CO1 H L L L L H M L M M L L
CO2 H H M L L M L L L M L L
CO3 H H H L L M L L L L L M
CO4 M L M L L H M L M L M M
Overall H H M L L M M L M M L M

Course content (CO wise):

CO1: Principles, characteristic, and classification of membrane separation processes;
Membrane materials, structures, and preparation techniques; Membrane modules; Plant
configurations.
CO2: Membrane characterization: Pore size and pore distribution; Bubble point test;
Challenge test; Factors affecting retentivity, concentration polarization, gel polarization,
fouling, cleaning and regeneration of membranes.
CO3: Mechanisms of separation: Porous membranes, dense membranes, and liquid
membranes.Membrane separation models: Irreversible thermodynamics; Capillary flow
theory; Solutiondiffusion model; Viscous flow models; Models for separation of gas (vapour)
mixtures;
CO4: Science and technology of microfiltration, reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration,
nanofiltration, dialysis and electrodialysis, pervaporation, liquid membrane permeation, gas
permeation.Membrane reactors: Polymeric, ceramic, metal and bio-membrane

Textbooks/ Reference Books:

1) Geankoplis, Transport Processes And Separation Process principles, Prentice-Hall of
India Private Ltd , New Delhi.
2) Richardson J.F., Harker J.H., Chemical Engineering, Vol. II, Butterworth Heinemann,
New Delhi.2006.
3) Nath K., Membrane Separation Process, Prentice-Hall of India Private Ltd , New Delhi
2008
Course Code : CML426
Course Title : Polymer Processing
Course Credits : 3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/ Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
Based on the topics discussed in the class, Student shall be able to describe the principles of
polymer processing techniques and evaluation of polymer properties as per standard.

Course Outcomes:
1) Differentiate and describe the processing technique employed for manufacturing plastic
products.
2) Describe the flow behavior of polymers.
3) Identify the polymer by which the given product is made.
4) Describe the testing method for evaluation of specified property of a polymer.
5) Illustrate the importance of plastic materials and describe the plastic waste management
techniques.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Program outcomes
Outcome a b c d e f g h I
s
1 H H H M
2 H H H H M
3 H H H L H H H M
4 H H H H H
5 H L H H H H H H

Course description:
Basics on different types of polymers, structure-property relationship, different processing
techniques for polymers, empirical rheological models, testing for various properties,
management of polymer wastes and its recycling are stressed in this course

Course Content (CO wise):

CO1: Describe the Thermodynamic properties like free energy, activity, fugacity etc., for
pure substances and solve the related problems.
Comparison of thermoplastics and thermoset plastics; Thermoset plastics - Types of resins,
Interpenetrating Polymer Networks (IPN); Thermoplastics- Types of aliphatic and aromatic
thermo plastics, copolymers, Blends and alloys; Liquid crystal plastics; cellular plastics;
oriented plastic materials.
Basics of process design, Classification & general aspects of processes - molding& forming
operations, Post die processing; Decoration of plastics - Printing, Vacuum Metalizing,
In-molddecoration. Additives & Compounding - Different types of additives, Batch mixers,
continuous mixers, Dispersive and distributive mixing, Characterization of mixed state.
CO2: Describe the Describe the flow behavior of polymers.
Fundamentals on Viscous & Viscoelastic behavior of polymer melt, Rheological
measurements and Polymer processability. Non isothermal aspects - Temperature effect on
rheological properties, Crystallization, Morphology & Orientation, plastic memory,
Molecular weight effects on processing and properties.
CO 3: Identify the polymer by which the given product is made.
Basic concepts of testing,National& International standards, Test specimen preparation, Pre
conditioning & Test atmosphere.
Identification of plastics by simple test - Visual examination, Density, Melting point,
Solubility test, Flame test, Chemical tests.
CO4: Describe the testing method for evaluation of specified property of a polymer.
Effect of shape & structure on material properties, Long - term & short - term mechanical
properties, crazing, Permeability & barrier properties, Environmental-stress cracking, Melt
flow index, Heat deflection temperature, Vicat softening temperature, Glass transition
temperature, thermal conductivity, Co-efficient of thermal expansion, Shrinkage, Thermal
stability, Flammability.
CO5: Illustrate the importance of plastic materials and describe the plastic waste
management techniques. Plastics waste and the associated problems, Integrated waste
management - source reduction, recycling & sustainability correlation, energy recovering
process. Environmental issues, policies and legislation in India.

Text Books:
1) Gruenwald G, Plastics - How Structure Determines Properties, Hanser Publishers, 1993
2) Vishu Shah, Hand Book of Plastics Testing Technology, John Wiley & Sons Inc.,New
York, 2nd edition, 1998.

Reference Books:
1) Baird D. G. and Collias D. I., Polymer Processing Principles and Design,
Butterworth-Heinemann, 1995
2) J.S.Anand, K.Ramamurthy, K.Palanivelu, How to identify Plastics by Simple Methods,
CIPET, Chennai, 2nd edition.
3) Anthony L. Andrady (Ed.), Plastics and the Environment, Wiley Interscience, New York.
Course Code : CML427
Course Title : Advanced Separation Processes
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/Objectives:
1) Ability to understand the governing mechanism and driving force of various advanced
separation processes
2) Ability to perform process and design calculations on membrane separation processes and
SFC
3) Ability to perform process and design calculations on chromatography, aqueous two
phase separations, bio separations
4) Ability to perform process and design calculations on hybrid and reactive separations

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Objectives Program outcomes
a B C d e f g h i
1 H
2 H H H L L M
3 H H H L L M
4 H H H L L M
Course Content (CO wise):
CO1: Ability to understand the governing mechanism and driving force of various advanced
separation processes. Overview of Separation Processes: Introduction / Revision of various
Conventional Separation Processes and their applications, advantages, and disadvantages,
Need of advance Separation processes, types.
CO2: Ability to perform process and design calculations on membrane separation processes
and SFC. Membrane Separations: Introduction, type of membrane separations, membrane,
membrane materials, ultrafiltration, microfiltration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis,
pervaporation, type of membrane modules, membrane fouling, concentration polarization,
various mathematical models for membrane processes, application, design considerations.
Supercritical Fluid Extraction: Introduction, Concept of super critical extraction, factors
affecting supercritical extraction, properties of supercritical fluid, applications, design
considerations.
Multi-component Distillation: Introduction, need of multi-component distillation, methods of
multi-component distillation, design methods of multi-components distillation.
CO3: Ability to perform process and design calculations on chromatography, aqueous two
phase separations, bio separations, hybrid and reactive separations. Chromatographic
Separation: Introduction, Principles, Classifications, High performance liquid
chromatography, ion exchange chromatography, affinity chromatography, reversed phase
chromatography, gas chromatography, application. Bio-separation Processes: Introduction,
overview of bioseparations, cell disruption, filtration, centrifugation, adsorption, extraction,
membrane separation, precipitation, chromatographic separation, Applications.
Electro-kinetic Separation: Introduction, Various methods, Electrophoresis, Capillary
electrophoresis, Isoelectric focusing, Electrophoresis, Electro-floatation, Applications
CO4: Ability to perform process and design calculations on chromatography, aqueous two
phase separations, bio separations, hybrid and reactive separations. Hybrid Separations:
Introduction, Concept of hybrid separations, types of hybrid separations, networking or
combination of various separation processes, applications, design aspects, scope for future.
Reactive Separations: Introduction, Concept of reactive separations, types of reactive
separations, reactive distillation, membrane based reactive separations, reactive extraction,
reactive adsorption, reactive absorption, reactive crystallization, applications, design aspects,
scope for future.
Textbooks/References:
1) Seader J. D., Henley E. J., Separation Process Principles, Wiley, 2001, 2nd Edition
2) Richardson J. F., Harker J. H., Chemical Engineering Vol. 2, Elsevier, 2002, 5th Edition.
3) Mukhopadhyay M., Natural Extract using Supercritical CO2, CRC Press, 2000, 1st
Edition.
4) Nath K., Membrane Separation Processes, Prentice Hall of India, 2008, 1st Edition.
5) Sivasankar B., Bio-separations: Principles and Techniques, Prentice Hall of India, 2005,
1st Edition.
Course Code : CML428
Course Title : CFD for Chemical Engineers
Course Credits (L-T-P) :3 credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Fluid Mechanics
Overlapping/Equivalent : None

Course Outcomes/ Objectives:

1) Students shall be able to apply basic principles used in CFD.
2) Able to formulate the problem and apply discretisation techniques.
3) Able to design and solve heat transfer problems using CFD techniques.
4) Able to design and solve fluid flow problems using CFD techniques.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference) *:

POs
→ a B C D e f G h i j k
COs ↓
CO1 H L
CO2 H H L L
CO3 H H H H M M M M
CO4 H H H H M M M M
Overal H H M M M M M M
l

CourseContent (CO wise):

CO1: Introduction
History, Comparison of the three basic approaches for engineering problems in solving by
analytical, experimental and computational methods, Beam advance in computational
techniques, Softwares available for CFD.
CO2: Problem Formulation
Formulation of problem, Physical and mathematical classification of problems, Types of
governing differential equations.
CO3: Discretisation
Truncation and Round-off error; Explicit and Implicit approaches; Basic of finite difference
method, Finite element method, Finite volume method and Spectral method, Treatment of
boundary conditions, Examples using Comsol Multiphysics Software on Dirichlet boundary
condition, Neumann boundary condition, etc.
CO4: Numerical Solution of Heat Conduction Problems
Steady-state problems, One dimensional heat conduction transfer through a pin-fin, Two
dimensional conduction through a plate unsteady state problem, One dimensional transient
heat conduction, Explicit and implicit methods, Assessing accuracy and stability of numerical
methods, Examples using Comsol Multiphysics Software on state heat transfer in one
dimension, transient heat transfer in one dimension, heat transfer in two dimensions, heat
conduction with a hole, etc.
CO5: Numerical Solution of Fluid Flow Problems
Types of fluid flow and their governing equation, Viscous incompressible flows calculation
of flow field using the stream function-vorticity method, Calculation of boundary layer over a
flat plate, Numerical algorithm for solving complete Navier-Stokes equation-MAC method
SIMPLE algorithm, Introduction to standard κ-ε model for turbulent incompressible flow,
Project problem, Examples using Comsol Multiphysics Software on flow of newtonian fluid
in a pipe, flow of non-newtonian fluid in a pipe, reaction and diffusion, turbulent flow in a
pipe, determining arrhenius parametrs using parameter estimation, etc.

Textbooks:
1. P. S. Ghoshdastidar, Computer simulation of flow and heat transfer, Tata McGraw-Hill
Publishing, 1st Edition, 1998.
2. K. Muralidhar and T. Sundararajan, Computational fluid flow and heat transfer, Narosa
Publications, 2nd Edition, 2003.
Reference Books:
1) H. K. Versteeg and W. Malalasekera, An introduction to CFD, Longman Scientific and
Technical, 1st Edition, 1995.
2) J. H. Ferriger, M. Peric, Springer, Computational methods for fluid dynamics, 1st Edition,
1996.
3) S. V. Patankar, Numerical heat transfer and fluid flow, Mc Graw-Hill Book Company, 1st
Edition, 1980.
1. Finlayson, B A, Introduction to Chemical Engineering Computing, Wiley, 2nd Edition,
2014.
Course Code : CML437
Course Title : Piping Engineering
Credits : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Content :
Pipe Routing & Drafting: Piping Symbols, Flow Diagrams, Piping Isometrics, General
Arrangement Drawings Sections and Elevation, Detail Drawings, Plot Plans, 3D
Representations. Piping System Components: Piping Layout, Piping Fittings - elbows, tees,
reducers, end caps, Stub Ins, Flanges, Gaskets, Selection & Application of Valves, Pipe
Racks, Pipe Supports, Anchors, & Guides, Thermal Insulation. Valves, Flanges & Gaskets
Special piping components: Construction working and selection of various components such
as steam traps, strainers, sight glass, level gage, expansion bellows, flame arresters, inline
mixers and static mixtures.

Valves and other piping components: Functions of valves and their selection, valve materials
and, material of construction for the following type: Gate, globe, Needle, piston, Butterflies,
plug. Diaphragm, pinch, foot and float valves, Application of various valves and their
operational characteristics relevant to piping engineering.
Process equipment : Reactors, Towers, Exchangers, Pressure Vessels, Drums, Furnaces,
Process Liquid Storage Tanks, Mechanical equipment - Pumps, Compressors, Turbines
Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID s) / Process Flow Diagrams: Purpose of P& ID
s, Stages of Development of P & ID s, Symbolism & Conventions, Process & Instrument
Drawings, Process Equipment Relationships, Process Industry Practices.Codes,
Specifications, Abbreviations, Piping Abbreviations, Specification ClassesEquipment Layout.
Pipe Wall Thickness Calculations, Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP), Design
Conditions, Design Pressure, Design Temperature.

Selection of various piping materials such as Ferrous, non-ferrous and non-metallic,

Piping fabrication, Precautions, Welder’s qualification, Preparations of pipe edges.
Designation of coated electrodes, Requirements of weld tests, Hot bending and cold bending
operations, Fabrication specifications.
Standard Piping Details: Underground Piping Systems, Pipe Rack Spacing, Pipe Flexibility,
Heat Expansion, Anchors, Shoes, Guides, Field Supports, Dummy Supports, Hanger Rods,
Spring Hangers.

Textbooks/Reference Books:
1) Deutsch D. J., Process piping systems, Chemical engineering magazine. Mc - Graw hill.
2) Littleton C.T., Industrial piping, Mc-Graw hill
3) McAllister E.W.. Pipeline Rules of Thumb Handbook, Gulf Publication, 1979
4) Mcketta J. J., Piping Design Handbook, Gulf Publications, 1992.
5) Rase H. F., Piping design for process plants, John Wiley
6) Watters G.Z., Analysis and Control of Unsteady Flow in Pipelines, Butterworth, 1986.
Course Code : CML481
Course Title : Instrumental Analytical Techniques
Course Type : Core
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : CML221: Mass Transfer-I, CML222: Heat Transfer
Overlaps with : None

Course description:
This course mainly deals with basics and application of various analytical equipments like,
gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography mass spectroscopy, liquid
chromatography mass spectroscopy, UV visible Spectrophotometer and infra red
spectrophotometer etc.

Objectives:
Students will be able to identify and differentiate the analytical equipments for chemical
analysis as per requirement

Course Outcomes:
1) Describe the various important analytical equipments and its fundaments principle and
functioning.
2) Using the output information of different analytical equipments, for corresponding
chemical analysis the heat mass and momentum transfer

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 L L H L
2 M M H M

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
h. global and societal context
i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Course Content:
CO 1: An introduction to analytical chemistry: choice of analytical methodology, sampling,
sample preparation, chemical analysis, tools for quantitative chemical analysis, quality
assurance. Extraction methods such as liquid-liquid extraction, solid phase extraction,
super-critical fluid extraction and accelerated solvent extraction. Cleanup and fractionation
methods.
CO 2: Introduction to Chromatography, high-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas
chromatography (GC) and other chromatographic methods. Detector types with focus on
mass spectrometry and hyphenated techniques such as GC-MS and LC-MS.
Introduction to spectroscopic methods (UV-VIS, IR, X-ray, atomic absorption spectroscopy
(AAS) and inductive coupled plasma mass spectrometry).
Introduction to data processing, errors in chemical analyses, statistical analyses (including
chemometrics) and data presentation. Method development, evaluation, validation and
QA/QC measures. Uncertainty analysis.

Textbooks:
1) Harris, D.C., Quantitative Chemical Analysis, 7th Edition, W.H.Freeman and company,
New York 2006.
2) Bruno, T.J, and Svoronos, P. D. N., Handbook of Basic Tables for Chemical Analysis,
2nd Edition, CRC Press, New York 2003.
Reference Books:
1) McNair, H. M. and Miller, J. M., Basic Gas Chromatography, 1st Edition, John Willy and
Sons, Inc, Singapore, 1998.
2) Palvia D. L., Lampman G. M., Kriz G. S. and Vyvyan J. R., Introduction to Spectroscopy,
4th Edition, Brooks/Cole, Belmont USA, 2009.
3) Snyder L. R, and Krikland J. J., Introduction to Modern Liquid Chromatography, 2nd
Edition, A Wiley Inetrscience Publication, New York, 1979. C.O. Bennet and J.E. Myres,
Momentum, Heat & Mass Transfer, McGraw Hills, 3rd Editon, 1994.
Course Code : CML 537
Course Title : Sustainable Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) To introduce students to engineering design and manufacturing process including societal
and environmental factors
2) To develop a fundamental understanding of the environmental impact of engineering
decision/ design/system/ process/ product/ technology and method to assess
3) To develop a fundamental understanding of the societal impact of engineering decision/
design/system/ process/ product/ technology and method to assess

Course Outcomes:
1) Students will become aware of sustainability concept and issues related to it
2) Students will be able to measure sustainability index of a process
3) Sustainable design thinking will be developed
4) Students will be able to carry elementary LCA of a process

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):
Program Outcomes (PO)
Cos
a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i.
1. H H
2. H M H H
3. H M M M M H
4. H H H M H H H

Course description:
The course begins with exploration of the precept that we must design engineering systems
for a world with a finite supply of natural resources and an earth with limited life support
capacity. The course covers global policies and universal impact of sustainability. Course
explores methods/ tools like optimization, process intensification, multi criteria analysis and
multi criteria decision analysis for assessing sustainability (economic, environmental, societal
impact). LCA analysis of technologies, process, process and product will be performed. Case
studies from sections like energy, green engineering and bio refinery will be discussed.

Course Content (CO wise):

CO1: Introduction and definition:
What is Sustainability Engineering?, various definitions of sustainability, Protocols regarding
sustainable development, Basel convention, Cartagena protocol, Kyoto protocol, Stockholm
convention, Measures of Sustainability
CO2: Tools for measuring Sustainibility
Optimization: Classical Optimization Techniques, Case Studies for Optimization, Process
Intensification: Methods of Process Intensification, Multi Criteria Analysis (MCA): Criteria
for Selecting MCA Techniques, Multi Criteria Decision Analysis
CO3: Life Cycle Analysis:
Why to Conduct a Life Cycle Assessment, definition and scope, Principles of life cycle
analysis, Examples of LCA
CO4: Application Examples and case studies
Green chemistry/engineering, Energy: few case studies, Biorefineries

Textbooks:
1. Mary Ann Curran, Life Cycle Assessment Handbook: A Guide for Environmentally
Sustainable Products, Wiley, 2012, 1st Edition.
2. Leslie Jacquemin, Pierre Yves Pontalier, Caroline Sablayrolles Life cycle assessment
(LCA) applied to the process industry: a review
https://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/hal-00741389
3. Alessio Ishizaka, Philippe Nemery, “Multi Criteria Decision Analysis: methods and
Software”, Wiley-Blackwell, 2009

Reference Books:
1) Bhaskar D Kulkarni and Sachin A Mandavgane, Introduction to Sustainable Engineering:
A course module for undergraduates, a course book for internal circulation among
students.
Course Code : CML529
Course Title : Optimization Techniques in Process Design
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Basic Maths
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) To understand the basics of optimization techniques, and problem formulation for
optimization
2) To understand the single variable and multivariable optimization techniques and their
application
3) To understand the linear programming application for optimization
4) To understand the advance optimization technique like genetic algorithm

Course Outcomes:
1) Student will understand necessary and sufficient condition for optimization and will be
able to formulate the optimization problem.
2) Student will be able to solve different optimization problem and their application to the
case studies like heat exchanger, evaporator etc

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping with Pos (Departmental references):
Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 H L L L L
CO2 H H M

Course description:
This course mainly deals with basics of different optimization techniques and its application
for various engineering purpose.

Course Content (CO wise):

CO1: Nature and organization of optimization problems: what optimization is all about, Why
optimize, scope and hierarchy of optimization, examples of applications of optimization, the
essential features of optimization problems, general procedure for solving optimization
problems, obstacles to optimization. Classification of models, how to build a model, fitting
functions to empirical data, the method of least squares, factorial experimental designs, fitting
a model to data subject to constraints.
Basic concepts of optimization: Continuity of functions, unimodal versus Multimodel
functions. Convex and Concave functions, Convex region, Necessary and sufficient
conditions for an extremum of an unconstrained function, interpretation of the objective
function in terms of its quadratic approximation.
Optimization of unconstrained functions: one-dimensional search:
Numerical methods for optimizing a function of one variable, scanning and bracketing
procedures, Newton’s, Quasi-Newton’s and Secant methods of uni-dimensional search,
region elimination methods, polynomial approximation methods, how the one- dimensional
search is applied in a multi-dimensional problem, evaluation of uni-dimensional search
methods.
CO2: Unconstrained multivariable optimization:
Direct methods, random search, grid search, uni-variate search, simplex method, conjugate
search directions, Powell’s method, indirect methods- first order, gradient method, conjugate
method, indirect method- second order: Newton’s method forcing the Hessain matrix to be
positive definite, movement in the search direction, termination, summary of Newton’s
method, relation between conjugate gradient methods and Quasi-Newton method.
Linear programming and applications:
Basic concepts in linear programming, Degenerate LP’s – graphical solution, natural
occurrence of linear constraints, the simplex method of solving linear programming
problems, standard LP form, obtaining a first feasible solution, the revised simplex method,
sensitivity analysis, duality in linear programming, the Karmarkar algorithm, LP applications.
Optimization of Unit operations-1 recovery of waste heat, shell & tube heat exchangers,
evaporator design, liquid liquid extraction process, optimal design of staged distillation
column.
Optimization of Unit operations-2 Optimal pipe diameter, optimal residence time for
maximum yield in an ideal isothermal batch reactor, chemostat, optimization of thermal
cracker using liner programming.
Genetic Algorithms: (Qualitative treatment) Working principles, differences between GAs
and traditional methods, similarities between GAs and traditional methods, GAs for
constrained optimization, other GA operators, real coded GAs, Advanced Gas

Textbooks:
1) Edgar, T.F., D.M. Himmelblau, and L.S. Lasdon, Optimization of Chemical Processes,
2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill International Edition, Singapore, 2001.
2) Rao, S.S., Engineering Optimization Theory and Practice, 4th Edition, A Wiley
Inetrscience Publication, Canada, 2009.
3) Kalyanmoy Deb, Optimization for Engineering Design, Algorithms and Examples, 2nd
Edition, PHI Learning Private Limited, New Delhi, 2012

Reference Books:
1) Reklaitis, G.V., A. Ravindran, and K.M. Ragsdell, Engineering Optimization: Methods
and Applications, 2nd Edition, John Wiley, New York, 2006.
2) Fletcher R., Practical method of optimization, 2nd Edition, John Wiley, New York, 2000.
3) Chong E.K.P. and Zal S. H., An Introduction to optimization, 2nd Edition, John Wiley,
New York, 2001.
4) Nocedal J. and Wright S.J. Numerical Optimization, 2nd Edition, Springer,2000.
5) G. Mitsuo and C. Runwei, Genetic Algorithms and Engineering Optimization, John
Wiley, New York, 2000.
Course Code : CML390
Course Title : Technology of Paints, Pigments and Powder Coatings
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent : None

Course Content:
Historic development of paint industry, paint components and their roles, classification of
paints, organic file formers, chemistry of film formers, water thinabble coatings
Drying and semidrying oils like linseed, tung, castor, soyabean oil, their occurrence,
compositions and properties. Drying index and its significance, Modification of oils for
surface coatings like malenised, styrenated and vinylated oils.

Classification of resins, natural resins like rosin, shellac, cashew nut shell liquid and synthetic
resins like phenolics, epoxy, polyester, polyurethane & acrylic resin.
Paint machineries like ball mill, attritor, dynomill, triple roll mill, edge runner, sand mill,
working mechanism and selection of machinery for a particular end use.
Principles of formulations of various types of paints like primer, synthetic enamels, wall
finishes, wood finishes, computerized colour matching system, testing and analysis of paints,
paint film defects and their remedies.

Industrial paints like stoving paints, acrylic paints, bicycle paint, marine paints, acid & alkali
resisting paints, automotive paints, method of applications, powder coating, compositions,
applications and comparison with normal liquid paints.

Pigment classification, properties, industrial pigments like Titanium dioxide, zinc sulphide
lithophone, chrome pigments, red oxide pigment, black pigment, organic pigment, tonners
and speciality pigment.

Textbooks/Reference Books:
1) W M Morgans, Outline of Paint Technology, CBS Pub, New Delhi
2) Zeno Wieks Jr, Frank Jones, S Peter Peppar, Organic Coating Science and Technology
Vol I &II, Wiley Interscince Pub, New York, 1992
3) R Lambourene, Ellis Horwoor Ltd, Paint and Surface Coating, John Wilet& Sons, New
York, 1987
4) R Lambourene, Ellis Horwoor Ltd, Paint and Surface Coating, John Wilet& Sons, New
York, 1987.
Course Code : CML415
Course Title : Computational Methods in Chemical Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 and (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent Courses : None

Course Content :
This course focuses on the use of modern computational and mathematical techniques in
chemical engineering. Starting from a discussion of linear systems as the basic computational
unit in scientific computing, methods for solving sets of nonlinear algebraic equations,
ordinary differential equations, and differential-algebraic (DAE) systems are presented.

The finite difference and finite element techniques are presented for converting the partial
differential equations obtained from transport phenomena to DAE systems. The use of these
techniques will be demonstrated in the MATLAB® computing environment.

Application of root finding techniques to chemical engineering problems. Linear/nonlinear

simultaneous equation modeling of chemical engineering phenomenon and solving by linear
system by Gaussian, Gauss-Jordan, Jacobi and Gauss –Seidel methods Jacobi methods

Finite difference solution for the second order ordinary differential equations. Finite
difference solution for one dimensional heat equation (both implicit and explicit) use of
computer for solving the numerical

Textbooks/Reference Books:
1) Steven C. Chapra&Raymond P Canale, Numerical Methods for Engineers, 4thEdition,
Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi.
2) Bruce A. Finlayson, Lorenz T. Biegler, Ignacio E. Grossmann,Mathematics in Chemical
Engineering , 2006 Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co
3) Jeffrey A.; ‘Advanced Engineering mathematics’, Academic Press, 2002.
4) Mickley H.S.; ‘Applied Mathematics in chemical engineering’, Tata McGraw- Hill ,2000.
Course Code : CML436
Course Title : Advanced Separation Technology
Course Credits : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent Courses : None
Course Content :
Overview of Separation Processes:
Introduction / Revision of various Conventional Separation Processes and their applications,
advantages, and disadvantages, Need of advance Separation processes, types, Problems.

Reactive Separations:
Introduction, Concept of reactive separations, types of reactive separations, reactive
distillation, membrane based reactive separations, reactive extraction, reactive adsorption,
reactive absorption, reactive crystallization, applications, design aspects, scope for future,
Problems.

Hybrid Separations:
Introduction, Concept of hybrid separations, types of hybrid separations, networking or
combination of various separation processes, applications, design aspects, scope for future,
Problems.

Membrane Separations:
Introduction, type of membrane separations, membrane, membrane materials, ultrafiltration,
microfiltration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis, pervaporation, type of membrane modules,
membrane fouling, concentration polarization, various mathematical models for membrane
processes, application, design considerations, Problems.
Supercritical Fluid Extraction:
Introduction, Concept of super critical extraction, factors affecting supercritical extraction,
properties of supercritical fluid, applications, design considerations, Problems.
Multi-component Distillation:
Introduction, need of multi-component distillation, methods of multi-component distillation,
design methods of multi-components distillation Problems.
Chromatographic Separation:
Introduction, Principles, Classifications, High performance liquid chromatography, ion
exchange chromatography, affinity chromatography, reversed phase chromatography, gas
chromatography, application, Problems.
Bio-separation Processes:
Introduction, overview of bioseparations, cell disruption, filtration, centrifugation, adsorption,
extraction, membrane separation, precipitation, chromatographic separation, Applications,
Problems.
Electro-kinetic Separation:
Introduction, Various methods, Electrophoresis, Capillary electrophoresis, Isoelectric
focusing, Esotachophoresis, Electro-floatation, Applications, Problem

Textbooks/References:
1) Seader J. D., Henley E. J., Separation Process Principles, Wiley, 2001, 2nd Edition
2) Richardson J. F., Harker J. H., Chemical Engineering Vol. 2, Elsevier, 2002, 5th Edition.
3) Mukhopadhyay M., Natural Extract using Supercritical CO2, CRC Press, 2000, 1st
Edition.
4) Nath K., Membrane Separation Processes, Prentice Hall of India, 2008, 1st Edition.
5) Sivasankar B., Bio-separations: Principles and Techniques, Prentice Hall of India, 2005,
1st Edition.
Course Code : CML440
Course Title : CHEMICAL REACTOR ANALYSIS
Course Credits : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent Courses : None

Objective: Objective of this subject is to expose students to understand basic reactor analysis
and its application to chemical engineering
Syllabus:
Review on Chemical Reaction Engineering
Homogeneous reactor design and analysis-II: Non-ideal reactors- Review of the basic
concepts of residence time distributions, single parameter models for real reactor behavior,
Macromixing and micromixing, segregated flow model and Zweitering`s analysis of
maximum mixedness, IEM and other models for micromixing.
Models for Reactors with Nonideal-Flow Patterns
Adsorption and Ion Exchange, Transient-Response Techniques, Packed-Bed Reactors
(including Radial-Flow Reactor), Fluidized-Bed reactors , Gas-Liquid Reactions, Process
Intensification and Special Reactors
Applications of Nano Materials in Reaction Engineering (including Photocatalysis, Fuel Cells
etc.)

TEXT BOOKS:
1. Octave Levenspiel, “Chemical Reaction Engineering” ,John Wiley & Sons, Singapore,
1998 3rd Edition.

REFERENCES
1) Fogler H.S., “Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering”, Prentice-Hall, NJ, 2006,
4th Edition.
2) G. F. Froment and K. B. Bischoff, “Chemical Reactor Analysis”, John Wiley & Sons,
Singapore, 1990 2nd Edition.
3) Smith J. M., “Chemical Engineering Kinetics”, McGraw Hill, N Y, 1981, 3rd Edition.
4) Doraiswamy, L.K. and Sharma, M.M., “Heterogeneous Reactions” Vol. I and II,
Wiley, 1984
Department : Chemical Engineering
Course No. :
Course Title : Data Analytics for Chemical Engineers
Course Type : Elective
Course Credits : 03
L-T-P : 3-0-0

I. Course description:
The primary aim of this course is to present the principles of data analytics to the student of
chemical engineering. This course will give an added advantages to the student of chemical
engineering. This course explains the data analytic approaches while providing worked
examples from chemical engineering. The chapters are organized around broad concept of
data analytics with working knowledge of softwares required for data analytics

Pre-requisites: NIL

II. Objectives:
The primary aim of this course is to present the principles of data analytics to the student of
chemical engineering.

III. Outcomes:
1) To learn the basics about data analytics techniques.
2) To learn software languages for carrying data analysis.
3) To implement data analytic techniques for chemical engineering problem.

IV. Expanded Course description:

Statistics: Descriptive (Central Tendencies, Measure of variability, Variance and Standard

deviation, and skewness). Univariate, Bivariate and multivariate analysis. Inferential statistics
(Estimation of parameters, Hypothesis test, Permutation and Randomization test)

Machine learning introduction: Types of Machine Learning (Supervised, Unsupervised,

Reinforcement), Features and Labels.

Supervised Learning: Logistic Regression, Polynomial Regression, Support Vector

Machine, Multiclass Classification, Decision Tree, Random Forest.

Unsupervised Learning: Clustering Models (Singular Value Decomposition, K-means),

Hidden Markov Model

Neural Networks: Introduction to Artificial Neural Network, Deep Learning, Deep Learning
Algorithms.
Application to Chemical Engineering: Useful life estimation of battery, chemical reactors.
Failure mode identification of chemical equipments. Sensitivity analysis of the parameters.
Introduction to software like Pythons, R and MATLAB.

V. Textbooks:
1) Miroslav Kubat, An Introduction to Machine Learning, Springer, 2017

2) Hastie, Trevor, The elements of statistical learning. Vol. 2. No. 1. New York: springer,
2009.

VI. Reference Books:

1. Ethem Alpaydin, Introduction to Machine Learning, PHI.

2. Chris Bishop, Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning.

1. Class Schedule
Three hours per week.

VII. Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course Program Outcomes
Objective a b c d e f g h i
s
1. √ √ √ √
2. √ √ √ √
3. √ √ √ √
4. √ √ √ √ √

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

j. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
k. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
l. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
m. An ability to communicate effectively
n. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
o. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
p. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
q. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
r. A knowledge of contemporary issues
VIII. Evaluation of students
Component Duration Weightage
Session 1 Exam 1 hour 20
Session 2 Exam 1 hour 20
Class tests/Assignments/quizzes - 10
End Semester Exam 3 hours 50

IX. Chamber Consultation Hours

To be announced in the class.

X. Notice
Notice display on Chemical Engineering Notice Board.
CourseCode : CML4XX
CourseTitle :Molecular Simulation and
InformaticsCourseType :Elective
CourseCredits : 3-0-0(3)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapswith :Chemical Informatics

I. Coursedescription:
This course majorly focuses on providing the knowledge and experience of various
molecularcomputation tools that could be utilized for the novel applications such as
material design and development as well as pharmaceutical drug design and
discovery. During the course students will learn to computationally create and
manipulate diverse types of molecules and will be able to predict their
physico-chemical properties through techniques such as molecular modeling,
molecular dynamics simulations, Monte Carlo simulations, QSAR modeling,
pharmacophore modeling and molecular docking.

II. Objectives:
Tolearn and utilize various molecular simulation and informatics tools for the
discovery, design and development of novel chemicals, materials and
pharmaceutical drugs.

III. CourseOutcomes:
1. Students will learn chemical structure representation and ways to handle it on
computers
2. Students will be able to understand and utilize molecular simulation and informatics
tools for the design and development of novel materials and chemicals
3. Students will be able to understand and utilize molecular simulation and informatics
tools for pharmaceutical drug design and development

IV. Mapping Course Outcomes to ProgramOutcomes:

Course Program
Outcomes outcomes
a b c d e f g h i
1 - H - - - - - - -
2 H H H L - H M L M
3 H H H L - H M L M
Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:
a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineeringproblems
b. Anabilitytodesignasystem,component,orprocesstomeetdesiredneeds
c. Anabilitytodesignandconductexperiments,aswellastoanalyzeandinterpretdata
d. An ability to communicateeffectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethicalresponsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinaryteams
g. Thebroadeducationnecessarytounderstandtheimpactofengineeringsolutionsina
global and societalcontext
h. Arecognitionoftheneedfor,andanabilitytoengageinlifelonglearning
i. A knowledge of contemporaryissues
V. CourseContent:
CO1 Introduction and background of molecular computations, Introduction to
Windows and Linux based freeware molecular modeling, simulation and informatics
tools
CO1 Chemical structure representation and manipulation: SMILES specification
rules and coding, Various chemical file formats and their interconversion
CO2 Applications of molecular computations in material design and development,
Molecular modeling, Molecular force field, Fundamentals of molecular simulations
CO2 Molecular dynamics simulations, Integrating algorithms, Periodic box and
Minimum image convention, Long range forces and Non-bonded interactions, hybrid
QMMM method, Monte Carlo simulations and other advanced topics
CO3 Applications of molecular computations in drug design and discovery, Virtual
screening, Ligand-based drug design: Quantitative structure activity relationship
(QSAR) modeling, Molecular descriptors, ADME pharmacokinetics, Lipinski’s rule
of five, Similarity search
CO3Structure-based drug design: Molecular docking, Search algorithms, Scoring
functions, Pharmacophore modeling

VI. Textbooks:
1. Frenkel D. and Smith B., Understanding Molecular Simulation: From Algorithms
to Applications, 2nd Edition, Academic Press, San Diego, California, 2001.
2. Haile J. M., Molecular Dynamics Simulation: Elementary Methods,
Wiley-Interscience, 1997.
3. Leach A. R. and Gillet V. J., An Introduction to Cheminformatics, Revised
edition, Springer, 2007.

VII. ReferenceBooks:
1. Allen M.P. and Tildesley D.J., Computer Simulation of Liquids,2nd Edition, Oxford
University Press, 2017.
2. Leach A. R., Molecular Modeling: Principles and Applications, Pearson, 2001, 2nd
Edition.
Course Code : CMP403
Course Title : Design Lab-II
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 1 Credits (0-0-2)
Pre-requisites : Design lab-I, Chemical Process Equipment Desin
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/ Objectives:

1) Design and drawing of chemical equipments and flow sheets such as heat exchanger,
distillation column, jacketed vessel, agitated vertical column, evaporator, fermentor, reactor
cyclone separator, autoclave, dryer, pump, flow sheets etc.
2) To introduce application of design and drawing of chemical equipments
Mapping with Pos:
POs a b c d e f g h i j k l
COs

CO1 H L H L L L M L L M L L
CO2 M H H L L M L L L M L L
Overall H H H L L M M L L M L L

Course content (CO wise):

● Design and drawing of chemical equipments and flow sheets such as heat exchanger,
distillation column, jacketed vessel, agitated vertical column, evaporator, fermentor,
reactor cyclone separator, autoclave, dryer, pump, flow sheets etc.
● Preparation of working drawing part list & assembly drawings of plant layouts and piping
drawing, device drawing. Minimum 10-12 Imperial size sheets ( A-1) covering the above
syllabus should be drawn out of which 1/3rd should be drawn using computer software
like Auto CAD and any others
Textbooks/ Reference Books:
1) Joshi M.V., Mahajan V.V, Process Equipment Design, Macmillan India Ltd
2) Khurmi R.S ,Gupta J.M. A Text Book Of Machine Design, S.Chand &Company Ltd, New
Delhi
3) Dawande S.D. Process Design of Equipments, Central Tecno Publication, Nagpur.
Course Code : CMD402
Course Title : Project Phase -II
Course Credits : 4 credits
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent course : None

Course Content:
In this course, the candidate is expected to start his/ her basic preparation of experimental /
mathematical project decided by the faculty advisor.
Course Code : CML386
Course Title : Biotechnology & Biochemical Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 03 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Chemical Reaction Engineering
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
To encourages the students to work in the field of bio-chemical Industry. The objective of this
program is to introduce the basic concepts of bio-processing to the chemical engineers.

Course Outcomes:
1) Student will get well acquainted with intervention of chemical engineering principles to
biological process
2) Student will able to understand the concepts of enzyme technology, immobilization
technology, cell growth kinetics.
3) Student will get knowledge of bioreactors, fermentation, sterilization techniques, and
media preparation.
4) Student will get well acquainted with biological process specific reactor design aspects.
5) Student will get knowledge of downstream processing in fermentation industries.
Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:
a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with Pos (Departmental reference)

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
a b c d e f g H i
CO1 H
CO2 H H L M
CO3 H H L M
CO4
CO5 H M L
Course description:
A consideration of the engineering and scientific basis for using cells or their components in
engineered systems. Central topics addressed include kinetics and reactor design for enzyme
and cellular systems; fundamentals, techniques, and bio-separations. Additional lectures will
provide an introduction to metabolic modeling as well as special topics. The course is
designed to be accessible to students with engineering backgrounds.
Course Content:
Types of micro organisms, structure and function of microbial cells, batch and continuous
culture, microbial growth kinetics, enzymes from cells, their function and immobilized
kinetics, kinetics of microbial growth. Enzyme technology and kinetics, enzyme catalysis,
enzyme applications in industries and medicines, metabolism and bioenergetics,
photosynthesis, synthesis and regulation of bimolecular, fundamentals of microgenetics, role
of DNA and RNA. Reactions catalyzed by enzymes, types of reactors such as CFSTR, Plug
flow. Sterilization techniques, media and air sterilization, death rate of microorganisms.
Introduction to fermentor design, design of fermentors with modified organisms. Introduction
to Bioreactor design, scale up of bioreactions and bioreactors, volumetric mass transfer rate
of oxygen from air bubbles, respiratory model for mycellial pallet, mechanical mixing,
aeration, power consumption, heat transfer in bio reactor. Bioreactor modeling and
simulation. Design for bioproducts, applications in biochemical and biomedical engineering.
Downstream processing in biochemical industries: such as separation processes for bulk
chemicals unit operations such as Ultra filtration, Aqueous two phase extraction.

Textbooks:
1) Bioprocess Engineering:-Basic concept by Shuler &Kargi (PHI)

Reference Books:
1) Biochemical Engineering fundamentals By Bailey ollis
2) Biochemical Engineering:-principles & concepts by Syed Tanveer Ahmed Inamdar(PHI)
3) Introduction to Biochemical Engineering by D.G.Rao
Course Code : CML422
Course Title : Plant Utility
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
Student will be able to describe the different utilities used to run the process plant. Acquire
the knowledge for selection of different utilities. Understand basic calculation involved in
steam generation, psychometric operation, cooling tower and refrigeration.
Course Outcomes:
1) State the principles involved during water treatment, generation of steam and its uses,
refrigeration cycles.
2) Describe the different equipments used to run the process plant with different utilities.
3) Acquire the knowledge for selection of different utilities.
4) Understand basic calculation involved in steam generation, psychometric operation and
refrigeration

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in
aglobal and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a B c d e f g h i
CO1 H H H M
CO2 H H H H M
CO3 H H H L H H H M
CO4 H H H H H

Course Content (CO wise):

The course covers the major utilities required for process plants such as water and its
treatment, properties of steam and boiler performance, different refrigerants and refrigeration
cycle, air compressor and psychometric properties. It also involves the basic calculations for
evaluating the performance of steam generation, refrigeration, compressor and cooling tower
CO1: Importance of utilities: Sources of water, hard and soft water , Requisites of industrial
water and its uses, Methods of water treatment, Chemical softening, Demineralization, Resins
used for water softening, Reverse osmosis and membrane separation, Effects of impure boiler
feed water & its treatments., Scale & sludge formation, Corrosion, Priming & foaming,
Caustic embrittlement.
CO2: Refrigeration: Refrigeration cycles 04, Different methods of refrigeration used in
industry, Vapour compression, Vapour absorption: Lithium bromide (eco-Friendly)‘ Different
refrigerants‘ Monochlorodifluoro methane (R-22)‘ Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC-Free) ‘
Secondary refrigerants: Brines’ Simple calculation of C.O.P. Refrigerating effects.
CO3: Steam and steam generation: Properties of steam, Problems based on enthalpy
calculation for wet, steam, dry saturated steam, superheated steam,, Types of steam generator
/ boilers: water tube & fire tube, Solid fuel fired boiler. , waste gas fired boiler., Waste heat
boiler., Fluidized bed boiler., Scaling, trouble shooting, preparing boiler for inspection, Steam
traps, boiler mountings and accessories , Boiler Act.
CO4: Psychrometry: Properties of Air-water vapors. Use of humidity chart , Equipment used
for humidification, dehumidification ,Evaporative cooling, spray ponds, cooling towers . Air:
Use of Compressed air, process air and instrument air, Process of getting instrument air. Non
steam heating system, Thermic fluid heater, Down thermo heater, Temperature range.

Text Books:
1) Chattopadhya Boiler operations Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi
2) Yadav R. Thermodynamics & Heat Engines Central Publishing House
3) Lyle O. Efficient Use of Steam Prentice Hall 1963
Reference Books:
1) Mahesh Rathore Thermal Engineering McGraw Hill
Course Code : CML433
Course Title : Project Planning and Management
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/Objectives:
1) formulate a project charter based on project management fundamental
2) to undertake critical path and PERT analysis for a given project
3) to perform project crashing for a given project information
4) develop a project management plan in MS project
5) analyze the progress of the project using earned value management concept
6) formulate risk management, communication management, stakeholder management plans

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Outcomes Program outcomes
a b c d e f g h i
CO1 M M H
CO2 H
CO3 H
CO4 M L H
CO5 H
CO6 M M H
Course Content (CO wise):
CO1: The World of Project Management:Project Management, Project Management vs
General Management, Life cycles of projects, Project selection methods, Case studies,
Examples.
CO2: The Manager, The Organization and The Team:PM’s role, PM’s responsibilities to the
project, Selection of project manager, Project management as a Profession, Fitting projects
into the parent organization, Project team, Case studies.
CO3: Planning the Project: The contents of a project plan, Planning process, Work
breakdown structure, Multidisciplinary teams, Case studies.
CO4: Budgeting the Project:Methods of budgeting, Cost Estimating, Improving cost
estimates, Budget uncertainity and risk management, Case studies.
CO5: Scheduling the Project: PERT and CPM networks, Project uncertainity and risk
management, Simulation, Gantt chart, Extensions to PERT and CPM, Case studies.
CO6: Allocating Resources to the Project: Expediting a project, Resource loading, Resource
leveling, allocating scarce resources to projects

Textbooks:
1) Gray, C.F., Larson, E.W., and Desai, G. V., Project Management the Managerial Process,
McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Limited.

Reference Books
1) A guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), Fifth edition, Project
Management Institute.
Course Code : CML423
Course Title : Optimization Techniques
Course Credit (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Basic Maths
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) To understand the basics of optimization techniques, and problem formulation for
optimization
2) To understand the single variable and multivariable optimization techniques and their
application
3) To understand the linear programming application for optimization
4) To understand the advance optimization technique like genetic algorithm

Course Outcomes:
1) Student will understand necessary and sufficient condition for optimization and will be
able to formulate the optimization problem.
2) Student will be able to solve different optimization problem and their application to the
case studies like heat exchanger, evaporator etc

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 H L L L L
2 H H M

Course description:
This course mainly deals with basics of different optimization techniques and its application
for various engineering purpose.

Course Content:
CO1: Nature and organization of optimization problems: what optimization is all about, Why
optimize, scope and hierarchy of optimization, examples of applications of optimization, the
essential features of optimization problems, general procedure for solving optimization
problems, obstacles to optimization. Classification of models, how to build a model, fitting
functions to empirical data, the method of least squares, factorial experimental designs, fitting
a model to data subject to constraints.
Basic concepts of optimization: Continuity of functions, unimodal versus Multimodel
functions. Convex and Concave functions, Convex region, Necessary and sufficient
conditions for an extremum of an unconstrained function, interpretation of the objective
function in terms of its quadratic approximation.
Optimization of unconstrained functions: one-dimensional search:
Numerical methods for optimizing a function of one variable, scanning and bracketing
procedures, Newton’s, Quasi-Newton’s and Secant methods of uni-dimensional search,
region elimination methods, polynomial approximation methods, how the one- dimensional
search is applied in a multi-dimensional problem, evaluation of uni-dimensional search
methods.
CO2: Unconstrained multivariable optimization:
Direct methods, random search, grid search, uni-variate search, simplex method, conjugate
search directions, Powell’s method, indirect methods- first order, gradient method, conjugate
method, indirect method- second order: Newton’s method forcing the Hessain matrix to be
positive definite, movement in the search direction, termination, summary of Newton’s
method, relation between conjugate gradient methods and Quasi-Newton method.
Linear programming and applications:
Basic concepts in linear programming, Degenerate LP’s – graphical solution, natural
occurrence of linear constraints, the simplex method of solving linear programming
problems, standard LP form, obtaining a first feasible solution, the revised simplex method,
sensitivity analysis, duality in linear programming, the Karmarkar algorithm, LP applications.
Optimization of Unit operations-1 recovery of waste heat, shell & tube heat exchangers,
evaporator design, liquid liquid extraction process, optimal design of staged distillation
column.
Optimization of Unit operations-2 Optimal pipe diameter, optimal residence time for
maximum yield in an ideal isothermal batch reactor, chemostat, optimization of thermal
cracker using liner programming.
Genetic Algorithms: (Qualitative treatment) Working principles, differences between GAs
and traditional methods, similarities between GAs and traditional methods, GAs for
constrained optimization, other GA operators, real coded GAs, Advanced Gas

Textbooks:
1) Edgar, T.F., D.M. Himmelblau, and L.S. Lasdon, Optimization of Chemical Processes,
2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill International Edition, Singapore, 2001.
2) Rao, S.S., Engineering Optimization Theory and Practice, 4th Edition, A Wiley
Inetrscience Publication, Canada, 2009.
3) Kalyanmoy Deb, Optimization for Engineering Design, Algorithms and Examples, 2nd
Edition, PHI Learning Private Limited, New Delhi, 2012

Reference Books:
1) Reklaitis, G.V., A. Ravindran, and K.M. Ragsdell, Engineering Optimization: Methods
and Applications, 2nd Edition, John Wiley, New York, 2006.
2) Fletcher R., Practical method of optimization, 2nd Edition, John Wiley, New York, 2000.
3) Chong E.K.P. and Zal S. H., An Introduction to optimization, 2nd Edition, John Wiley,
New York, 2001.
4) Nocedal J. and Wright S.J. Numerical Optimization, 2nd Edition, Springer,2000.
5) G. Mitsuo and C. Runwei, Genetic Algorithms and Engineering Optimization, John
Wiley, New York, 2000
Course Code : CML 342
Course Title : Safety and Risk Analysis
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equipment courses : None

Course Outcomes/Objectives:
1) To give students the knowledge on safety programs, engineering ethics, plant safety
measures, safety warning symbols, handling of hazardous chemicals, fire andexplosion
hazards and different methods of hazard identification and its analysisin qualitative and
quantitative scales.
2) To gain knowledge on different mathematic models used to predict the rate of leakage of
fuels from various unit operations.
3) To gain knowledge on the design to prevent fires and explosion, risk assessment and case
study problems.
4) To develop the safety concepts among the students with detailed understanding of
technical knowledge.
5) To develop the responsibility and ability for precautions and remedial actions for any
untoward event.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with Pos (Departmental reference)

CO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO PO
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PO10 PO11 PO12
CO-1 H M H L H
CO-2 H H M H
CO-3 H L H H
CO-4 M M L H H
CO-5 M H M H M H

Course description:
The course deals with the safety measures, risks, hazards, designs to prevent fires and
explosions in chemical process industries and the analysis of event. The course will cover the
important technical fundamentals of chemical process safety, risks and hazard assessment and
their analytical valuation for prevention and preparation of standards for future.
Unit-I: Introduction to process plant safety, handling of hazardous chemicals, OSHA
standards, importance of plant layout in safety, importance of site selection, personnel safety,
role of human error in losses. Case studies of fires, explosions, disasters in chemical process
plants.
Unit-II: Lower flammability limit (LFL), UFL, LEL, UEL, TLV, electrostatic hazards,
Hazard code and explosive limit, TWA, Ceiling level, Safety in handling of gases, liquids and
solids, Flammable liquid hazards, fire and explosion index, fire ball hazards, oil spillage
hazards, Bleveuvce, pool fires, jet fires, radiation hazards. Explosion, emergency and
disasters in chemical process plants, onsite and offsite emergency plan, Fire detectors, smoke
detectors. Resources for combating fires, dry chemical powders, fire fighting foam, fixed and
portable fire extinguishers, FMEA.
Unit-III: Designs to Prevent Fires and Explosions- Vacuum Purging, Pressure Purging,
Combined Pressure-Vacuum Purging, Vacuum and Pressure Purging with Impure Nitrogen,
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Various Pressure and Vacuum inerting procedures,
Sweep-Through Purging, Siphon Purging.
Unit-IV: Introduction to Source Models, Flow of Liquid through a Hole, Flow of Liquid
through a Hole in a Tank, Flow of Vapor through Holes, Flashing Liquids, Flow of Gases
through Pipes- Adiabatic Flows and isothermal flows, Liquid Pool Evaporation or Boiling.
Unit-V: Safely audit of chemical process plants, HAZOP studies, RiskAssesment- fault tree
and event tree analysis. Risk analysis of chemical processes, risk management, risk
identification, personnel training, risk to environment.
Course Content (CO wise):
At the end of the course, the student Students will gain knowledge on
CO1: Basic procedures to be followed to ensure safety in chemical process industries
CO2: Fire-flammability characteristics of vapors and liquids
CO3: Designs to prevent fires and explosions
CO4: Mathematical models to understand the rate of discharge of materials
CO5: Risk assessment of various chemical process plants

Textbooks:
1) Chemical Process Safety: Fundamentals with Applications, Daniel A. Crowl and Joseph
F. Louvar, Prentice Hall International Series, 2nd Edition.
2) Safe and Efficient Plant Operation and Maintenance, Greene R., McGraw Hill Book Co.,
New York.
3) Safety Management and Practices for Hazardous Units, Dekkar Marcel, McGraw Hill
Book Co., New York, 1995.

Reference Books:
1) Safety and Good House Keeping, Saxena, National Productivity Council, New Delhi
(1976), 3rd Edition.
2) Safety in Process Plant Design, Wells G.L., George Godwin Ltd., (1980).
Course Code : CML431
Course Title : Entrepreneurship Development
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Outcomes/Objectives:
1) To understand the role of an entrepreneur.
2) To understand the factors influencing an entrepreneur.
3) To understand the steps involved in setting up a business.
4) To understand the financial aspects of a business.
5) To understand the support given to entrepreneurs.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Objectives Programme outcomes
A b c d E f g H i
CO1 H M M
CO2
CO3 M M M M M M
CO4 M M M L L M
CO5 M H

Course Content (CO wise):

CO1: To understand the role of an entrepreneur.
Entrepreneur: Traits of Entrepreneurs - Types of Entrepreneurs – Intrapreneur, Difference
between Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur - Entrepreneurship in Economic Growth, Factors
affecting Entrepreneurical Growth.
CO2: To understand the factors influencing an entrepreneur.
Motivation: Major motives influencing Entrepreneur- Achivement Motivation Training, Self
Rating, Business game, Thematic Apperception Test - Stress Management. Entrepreneurship
Development Programs - Need, objectives.
CO3: To understand the steps involved in setting up a business.
Business: Small Enterprises-definition, Classification - Characteristics, ownership structure
Project Formulation – Steps involved in setting up a Business - Identifying, Selecting a good
business opportunity Market survey and Research, Techno economic Feasibility Assessment -
Preliminary Project Report-Project Appraisal-Sources of information-Classification of needs
and Agencies.
CO4: To understand the financial aspects of a business.
Financing & Accounting: Need-Sources of Finance, Term Loans, Capital structure,
Financial Institutions, Management of working capital,Costing Break Even Analysis,
Network analysis Techniques of PERT/CPM - Taxation - Income Tax, Excise Duty - Sales
Tax.
CO5: To understand the support given to entrepreneurs.
Support to Entrepreneurs: Institutional Support to Entrepreneurs-Sickness in small
Business - Concept, Magnitude, Causes and Consequences, Corrective measures -
Government Policy for small Scale Enterprise - Growth strategies in small Industry -
Expansion, Diversification, Joint venture, Merger, sub-contracting.

Text Books:
1) Dr Sharma D. D., Total Quality Management, Sultan Chand and Sons, New Delhi
2) Gupta C. B. and Srinivasan P., Entrepreneurship Development, Sultan Chand and Sons,
New Delhi

Reference Books:
1) Khanna S.S, Entrepreneurial Development, S.Chand& Co. Ltd NewDelhi, 1999.
2) Philip Kotler, Marketing Management, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi.
3) Rathore B.S. and Dr. Saini J. S, A Handbook of Entreprenuership, AapgaPublications,
Panchkula (Haryana).
Course Code : CML468
Course Title : Ore and Mineral Processing
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) The objective of this course is to understand the fundamentals of minerals processing
2) To give the basic principles of different unit operation used in mineral dressing
3) To identify various processes and equipment used in mineral processing.
Course Outcomes:
At the completion of the course students will be able to understand the different steps used
for the processing of various minerals.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping with Pos (Departmental reference):
Course Program outcomes
Outcome a b c d e f g h i
s
1 H H H M
2 H H H H M
3 H H H L H H H M

Course Content (CO wise):

The course covers the fundamentals of mineral processing , aspects of sampling, particle
characterization, comminution and classification, physical processes of mineral concentration
involving dense media and gravity separation, magnetic and electrostatic separation and ore
sorting techniques, Froth flotation technique etc.
CO1: Mineralogy: Studies of important metallic and non metallic minerals, their characteristics,
origin etc. application of non metallic minerals. Sea as a source of minerals. Status of mineral
beneficiation industry in India. Study of some representative beneficiation practices with flow sheets.
Sampling methodology and equipments.
CO2: Comminution: Primary, secondary and special crushers and their performances.
Cylindrical and cylindro-conical ball mills, Rod mills, Tube / Pot mills and their
performances, capacities, reduction ratios etc. Dry and Wet Grinding. Open and closed
circuit grinding. Work Index calculations. Interlocking and liberation of minerals.
CO3: Screening: Sizing and Classification: Standard screening tests and graphical
representations of the results. Particle size distribution, Sorting, Sizingand Pneumatic
classifiers and their performances.Thickeners, Hydrocyclonesetc.Theory and practice of
sedimentation and filtration. Working of Rotary vacuum filters. Gravity Concentration
Techniques: Principles of Jigging, Tabling and Heavy Media Separation. Processes with
equipments used, important controlling factors in operation and application.Beneficiation
practice for arsenopyrite containing scheelite. Froth Flotation: Natural and Artificial
Floatability of minerals. Frothers, Collectors, Depressants, Activators/Deactivators, PH
Modifiers, etc. Flotation machines.Study of representative sulphide and non sulphide
minerals and non metallicores.Multistage flotation and Column Flotation. Electrostatic and
Magnetic Separation: Principles of Electrostatic and Magnetic Separation (Dry and Wet
type). Separation units used in practices and examples in the industries. Calculation of
Recovery and ratio of concentration and Mass balance calculations in ore dressing.
Industrial set up of Ore Dressing plant.
Text Books:
1) Mineral Processing Author Pryor E.J; Publisher Kluwar Academic Publishers Edition 3rd
Edition
2) Elements of Mineralogy Author Rutley F. Publisher Thomas Murray & Co., London
3) A Text Book of Ore Dressing, Author Robert H. & Locke, Richards C.E; Publisher
McGraw Hill Co.
Reference Books:
1) Elements of Mineral Dressing Author Gaudin A.M.;, Publisher New York Edition2nd
Edition
Course Code : CML441
Course Title : PROCESS INTENSIFICATION
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course description:
The course presents the concept, philosophy, types and application of process intensification
from a chemical engineering viewpoint. Various ways of intensification and its application
are stressed in this course.

Objectives:
Based on the concepts taught, Student shall be able to apply the concepts and philosophy of
process intensification to resolve the various issues in process industry such as cost, waste
minimization, size etc.

Outcomes:
1. Describe the basic philosophy and concepts of process intensification
2. Describe various methods of process intensification.
3. Describe various equipments of process intensification.
4. Describe the application of process intensification.

Mapping Course Outcomes to Program Outcomes:

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
1 H H L
2 H L M H M
3 H L M H M
4 H M L M H M H
Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:
a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
h. global and societal context
i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Course Content:
CO 1: Introduction to Process Intensification: History, Philosophy, principles.
CO 2: Reactive and hybrid separations: concept of reactive separations, reactive distillation,
membrane based reactive separation reactive adsorption, reactive extraction, reactive
crystallization, hybrid separations, extractive distillation, adsorptive distillation, , membrane
distillation , membrane chromatographic separation, design, applications. High Gravity
Fields: process fundamentals, Rotating packed Bed, Design, Applications, Scale-up Spinning
Disc Reactor: mathematical models, heat & mass transfer, design, application. Compact
multifunctional heat exchangers: types, applications, design. Multifunctional reactors:
Concept, integration of reaction, mass and heat transfer, design, application, various
equipments, Process synthesis and integration: conventional design, conceptual design,
elements, reaction engineering, complex distillation, systems, industrial studies.
CO 3: Inline and high intensity mixers: concept of mixing, motionless mixers, mixing and
reaction, design, gas-liquid mixing, combined heat exchanger and reactors, design,
applications. Microreaction technology: enhancement of heat and mass transfer, control and
safety, fabrication, application, design. Structured catalyst and reactors: monolithic reactors,
catalysts, gas-phase reactions, application, design
CO 4: Process intensification for industrial safety: concept of industrial safety, hazardous
reactions and safety, applications, examples. Industrial practice: methodology and
applications, commercial examples of process intensification
Textbooks:
1. Re-engineering the chemical processing plant: Process Intensification, Andrzej
Stankiewicz, JacobA. Moulijn, Marcel Dekker, Inc., Marcel Dekker, Inc., 1st edition, 2004
Reference Books:
1. Process Intensification in Practice, Cornelis de Weerd, John Wiley and Sons, 1st edition,
2005
Course Code : CML432
Course Title : Computational Transport Processes
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Objective: Objective of this subject is to expose students to understand the solving technique
for basic transport processes and its application to chemical engineering
Course content:
Integral laws for conservation of mass, momentum, angular momentum and energy;
Constitutive laws, Differential forms of mass conservation equation, Bernoullis equation;
Navier-Stokes, Equations; Differential form of Energy equation. Applications of integral and
differential conservation equations. Shear stress, pressure gradient relationship - laminar flow
between parallel plates - Laminar flow through circular tubes (Hagen poiseulle's) - Hydraulic
and energy gradient - flow through pipes
Governing equations for Fluid flow systems; Solutions of linear and non-linear algebraic
equations, Time marching solutions; Discretization of derivatives-finite difference; Finite
volume method
Applications of fluid dynamics in modeling flow through porous media and through
capillaries, Modeling flow through the human circulatory systems, Drug delivery.
Indroduction to cheminformatics, History and Evolution of cheminformatics, Use of
cheminformatics, Prospects of cheminformatics, Molecular Modeling and structure
Elucidation.Prediction of physical and chemical properties, Structure– Spectra correlations,
Chemical reactions and synthesis design, Drug design, elements of bioinformatics and
genomics.

TEXT BOOKS:
1. S. V. Patankar, "Numerical Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow", Hemisphere Publishing
Corporation, 1980.
2. D. A. Anderson, J. C. Tannehill and R. H. Pletcher, “Computational Fluid Mechanics and
Heat Transfer”, Hemishphere Publishing Corporation, 1984A
3. K. Muralidhar, T. Sundararajan “Computational Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer”, Narosa
Publishing House Second Edition
Course Code : CML385
Course Title : New and Renewable Energy Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer-I
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
1) To understand concept of various forms of renewable energy.
2) To outline division aspects and utilization of renewable energy sources for both domestics
and industrial applications.
3) To analyze the environmental and cost economics of using renewable energy sources
compared to fossil fuels.

Course Outcomes:
At the end of the course the student will have knowledge about various renewable energy
sources, be able to choose the appropriate renewable energy as an alternate for conventional
power in any application.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues
Mapping with Pos (Departmental references):
Course Programme outcomes
Objectives a b C d e F g h i
CO1 H M L
CO2 H M L L H H
CO3 H M L H H

Course description:
The core subject CML 475 Heat transfer-I covers concept of various forms of renewable
energy, to outline division aspects and utilization of renewable energy sources for both
domestics and industrial applications, to analyze the environmental and cost economics of
using renewable energy sources compared to fossil fuels

Course Content (CO wise)

Introduction: Energy scene of supply and demand in India and the world, Energy
consumption in various sectors, potential of non-conventional energy resources, energy needs
and energy supply, sources, contribution of non-conventional energy.
CO1: Solar Energy: Solar radiation and its measurement, characteristics and estimation,
limitations in the applications of Solar Energy, Collectors: flat plate and concentrating types,
their comparative study; design and material selection, efficiency, selective paints and
surfaces. Solar water heater, applications of Solar Energy for heating, drying, water
desalination, solar concentrators, photovoltaic power generation using silicon cells. Thermal
storages, Solar ponds, solar pumps, Solar power, Solar cookers etc. Direct conversion of solar
energy to electricity and its various uses, materials, limitations and costs.
Bio- Fuels: Photosynthesis and generation of bio-gas, digesters and their design, selection of
material; feed to digester, pyrolytic gasification, production of hydrogen, algae production
and their uses.
CO2: Wind Energy: Principle of energy from wind, availability, site selection, different
types of wind turbines, design criteria and material selection, economics. Geo-Thermal
Energy: Geo-technical wells and other resources dry rock and hot aquifer analysis,
harnessing geothermal energy resources
Tidal Energy: Its meaning, causes of tides and their energy potential, enhancement of tides,
limitations, different methods of using tidal power. Principles of ocean thermal energy
conversion (OTEC) analysis and sizing of heat exchangers for OTEC.
Ocean Thermal Energy: Principle of utilization and its limitations, description of few
systems. Other Non-conventional Energy Sources, fluidized bed combustion, heat from waste
and other sources.
CO3: Energy Conservation: Principles of energy conservation. Familiarization with the
different energy conservation appliances and practices, improved cooking stoves, benefits of
improved cooking stoves over the traditional cooking stoves. Scope of energy conservation in
the domestic, commercial and agricultural sector.

Textbooks:
1) Rai G.D, Solar Energy Utilization , Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
2) Rai G.D, Non-Conventional Energy Sources, Khanna Publishers, Delhi.
3) Twiddle J., Weir T., Renewable Energy Resources, Cambridge University Press, 1986.

References Books:
1) Veziroglu, N., Alternative Energy Sources, Volume 5 & 6, McGraw-Hill, 1978
Course Code : CML 435
Course Title : Computer Aided Design in Chemical Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
Students will be able to model and simulate the chemical processes.

Course Outcomes:
1) Student will able to correlate input and output parameters required for modeling.
2) Student will able to use the Software languages hierarchy, Assembly language and high
level languages.
3) Student will able to select proper thermodynamic model for chemical operations.
4) Student will get acquainted with simulation packages like GPSS, CSMP.

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with POs (Departmental reference):

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes A B C D e f g h i
CO1 H H M L L
CO2 H H M
CO3 H H M M L
CO4 H H M L
Course Content (CO wise)
This course mainly deals with application of different simulators for modeling and simulation
of chemical processes.
CO1: Elements of digital computer architecture, computer logic, central processing unit,
main memory, Input / Output devices, operation systems –
CO2: Software languages hierarchy, Assembly language and high level languages - graphic
software, language selection, programmed development.
CO3: Physical properties evaluation, Thermodynamic properties of gases and binary
mixtures, methods of calculations, Vapor-liquid equilibrium data for ideal and non-ideal
mixtures. Bubble points and dew points, flash distillation calculation. Equipment design.
CO4: Development of software for the following systems: Heat exchange systems. Double
pipe and shell & tube exchangers, Pumps, pipings and pressure drop calculations. Equipment
design like evaporator, single and multiple effects, Distillation systems, crystallizer, Absorber
and stripper-Liquid-Liquid extraction. Process dynamic simulation-Distillation column,
Reactors, Absorbers, evaporators and crystallizers. Introduction to simulation packages like
GPSS, CSMP.

Textbooks:
1) Bhattacharya and Narayanan, Computer aided design of Chemical Process equipment’s ,
New Central Book Agency, Calcutta (1992)

Reference Books:
1) Afgan N.H. and Schlunder, C.V., Heat Exchangers-design and theory ,Scripta Book,
Washington, 1974.
2) Myers, A.L. and Seeden, W.D., Introduction to Chemical Engineering and Computer
Calculations, Prentice Hall, 1976.
3) Crowe C.M. et. al., Chemical plant simulation-An Introduction to Computer aided
steady-state process analysis, Prentice Hall, 1971
Course Code : CML 442
Course Title : Reliability Engineering
Course Credits (L-T-P) : 3 Credits (3-0-0)
Pre-requisites : None
Overlapping/Equivalent courses : None

Course Objectives:
Students will be able to understand and apply the various reliability engineering to suitable
applications

Course Outcomes:
1) To understand the basics of reliability Engineering and its models
2) To understand time dependent failure models are explained and State dependent systems
3) To understand physical reliability models and Maintainability

Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

Mapping with Pos (Departmental reference):

Course Program outcomes
Outcomes a b c d e f g h i
CO1 L L M
CO2 L L L M
CO3 L L L M
Course description:
Introduction to probability: review of sets, events, definitions, finite sample spaces and
enumeration, conditional probability, partitions theorem, total probability theorem, Bayes’
theorem

Course Content (CO wise)

CO1: Reliability Engineering Introduction: concept, terms, definitions, applications, history
Failure distribution: Reliability function, MTF, HRF, bathtub curve, conditional reliability
Constant failure rate model: exponential function, failure modes, applications, two-parameter
exponential distribution, Poisson process
CO2: Time dependent failure models: Weibull distribution, normal distribution, lognormal
distribution Reliability of systems: serial, parallel configuration, SSF, minimal cuts, minimal
paths, common-mode failures, three state devices
State dependent systems: Markov analysis, load sharing systems, standby systems, degraded
systems, three state devices
CO3: Physical reliability models: covariate, static, dynamic models, physics of failure
models Design for reliability: specification and system measurements, reliability allocation,
design methods, failure analysis, system safety and fault tree analysis
Maintainability: analysis of downtime, repair time distribution, stochastic point processes,
system repair time, reliability under preventive maintenance Availability: concepts and
definitions, models, system availability, design analysis .Data collection and empirical
methods identifying failure and repair distribution

Textbooks:
1) Hines W. W., Montgomery D. C., Goldsman D. M., Borror C. M., Probability and
Statistics in Engineering, John Wiley and Sons (Asia) Pte Ltd., Singapore.

References:
1) Ebeling C. E. Introduction to Reliability and Maintainability Engineering, Tata
McGraw-Hill, New York.
Department : Chemical Engineering
Course No. : CML5XX
Course Title : Biorefinery Engineering
Course Type : Elective
Course Credits : 03
L-T-P : 3-0-0

I. Course description:

Biorefinery Engineering provides students with the engineering sciences knowledge and
skills necessary for the construction and operation of technical systems for the use of
biogenic resources. Biorefinery is analogous to petroleum refinery where unlike crude oil,
biomass is used as a feed stock for Sustainable production of energy, fuels, organic
chemicals and polymers. The biomass is classified into four general types based on their
origin: energy crops, agricultural residues and waste, forestry waste and residues and
industrial and municipal wastes. The biorefinery is classified into three broad categories
based on the chemistry of biomass: triglyceride, sugar and starchy and lignocellulosic. Course
deals with biomass conversion technologies. The opportunities and socio-techno-economic
challenges of various biomass processing technologies are discussed.
Pre-requisites:

II. Objectives:
The primary aim of this course is to teach valorisation of different bio feedstocks, their
conversion technologies and separation processes.
1. To introduce students to concept of bio refinery engineering, waste valorisation
and circular economy
2. To introduce students newer sources of Carbon and Hydrogen for development of
platform chemicals
3. To teach students conversion techniques and separation processes involved in bio
refinery with suitable case studies

4. Outcomes:
1. Student will learn to categories the feed stock based on origin
2. Students will understand concept of bio refinery
3. Students will learn bio based plateform chemicals, bio fuels and other bio
based products
4. Students will be able to apply knowledge of unit operations and process to bio
based processes

IV. Expanded Course description:

Introduction to Biorefinery : Definition, Necessity of biorefinery, Overview of

Biorefining,Role of biorefinery in bio-economy and circular economy
Biomass Characterization: Biomass as a resource, Biomass properties, Classification of
biomass (Energy crops; Agricultural residues and waste; Forestry waste and residues;
Industrial and municipal waste), Chemistry of biomass (Triglycerides feedstock; Sugar and
starchy feedstock; Lignocellulosic feedstock; Algae as a biomass)
Biorefinery: Triglyceride biorefinery, Sugar and starchy biorefinery, Lignocellulosic
biorefinery, Oil biorefinery, Microalgae biorefinery
Platform Chemicals : C-3 Platform Chemicals, (Glycerol; 3-Hydroxypropionic Acid), C-4
Platform Chemicals (Succinic Acid; Fumaric Acid; Malic Acid; Aspartic Acid), C-5 Platform
Chemicals (Levulinic Acid; Glutamic Acid; Itaconic Acid; Xylitol), C-6 Platform Chemicals
(Sorbitol; Glucaric Acid; 2,5-Furan Dicarboxylic Acid)
Conversion Technologies: Thermochemical conversion processes (Gasification; Fast
pyrolysis), Chemical conversion processes (Transesterification; Microalgal biorefinery),
Biochemical conversion processes (Pre-treatment; Hydrolysis; Fermentation; Products
separation; Clean fractionation)
Biorefinery vs Refineries : Availability and cost of bio-refinery, Feedstock diversity, Edible
vs non-edible feedstock, Availability of biomass, Economics of biorefinery
Case Studies: Waste orange bio refinery, paddy straw bio refinery, potato bio refinery etc

V. Textbooks:
1. Biorefinery : Juan-Rodrigo Bastidas-Oyanedel, Jens Ejbye Schmidt , Publisher Springer
2. Biorefineries and Chemical Processes: Design, Integration and Sustainability Analysis, by
Jhuma Sandhukhan, Kok Siew Ng, Elias Martinez Hernandez; 1st Edition, Wiley

VI. Reference Books:

1. Waste Biorefinery: Potential and Perspectives : by Thallada Bhaskar, Ashok Pandey,
S.Venkata Mohan, Publisher Elsevier.
2. Michele Aresta, Angela Dibenedetto, Franck Dumeignil; “Biorefineries: An
Introduction”, De Gruyter, 2015
3. Bioprocess Engineering:-Basic concept by Shuler &Kargi (PHI)
4. Biochemical Engineering:-principles & concepts by Syed Tanveer Ahmed Inamdar(PHI)

5. Class Schedule
Three hours per week.

VII. Relationship of Course Objectives to Program Outcomes:

Course Program Outcomes

Objective a b c d e f g h i
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Program Outcomes for Chemical Engineering at VNIT:

a. An ability to identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems
b. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
c. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
d. An ability to communicate effectively
e. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
f. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
g. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global and societal context
h. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning.
i. A knowledge of contemporary issues

VIII. Evaluation of students

Component Duration Weightage
Session 1 Exam 1 hour 10
Session 2 Exam 1 hour 10
Projects ( Project 1 on CO1 - 40
and project 2 on CO2 & 3)
End Semester Exam 3 hours 40

IX. Chamber Consultation Hours

One hour per week

X. Notice
Notice display on Chemical Engineering Notice Board.