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MEB - Problem Analysis

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Overview

Explore a comprehensive series of screencasts on Material and Energy Balances, focusing on problem analysis techniques. Dive into topics such as interpolation, unit conversions, processes, and process variables. Learn to solve linear equations, understand dimensional homogeneity, and work with dimensionless groups like Reynolds numbers. Master concepts including specific gravity, density, mass flow, and molecular weight calculations. Investigate pressure-related topics, manometers, and force balances. Gain practical skills in using Excel Solver for various calculations and solving nonlinear equations. Discover applications in cell growth, extraction processes, and the Langmuir isotherm. Benefit from corrected closed captioning throughout the 3.5-hour playlist to enhance your understanding of these fundamental chemical engineering concepts.

Syllabus

Unit Conversions (Practice).
Systems of Units.
Force & Weight (Units & Conversions).
Significant Figures.
Solving Set of Linear Equations.
Changing Units in an Equation.
Dimensional Homogeneity.
Dimensionless Groups (Reynolds Number Example).
Dimensions of Differential Equations.
Linear Interpolation.
Advanced Interpolation.
Linearization of Non-Linear Equations.
Linearization Example (Cell Growth) (BIO).
Linearize/Plot Non-Linear Equations (Excel).
Specific Gravity of a Mixture.
Density, Mass Flow, and Volumetric Flow.
Average Molecular Weight Derivation.
Average Molecular Weight Calculation.
Mass and Mole Fractions (Conversions).
Molar Conversions.
Determining Concentrations of Streams (ppm).
Using Average Molecular Weight to Simplify a Material Balance.
Introduction to Pressure.
Manometers.
Force Balance on an Inclined Manometer.
Acceleration due to Pressure.
Excel Solver Introduction.
Single-Stage Extraction Calculations.
Calculate Liquid Density of a Mixture.
Cubic Equation of State Introduction.
Miscibility and Distribution Coefficients.
Langmuir Isotherm Introduction.
Solving a Nonlinear Equation in Excel.
Solve a Set of Nonlinear Equations Using Solver.

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