Aspen Plus V11 : Flash , Distillation & Extraction Processes

Steady-State Chemical Engineering Simulation and Modeling of Separation Processes using Aspen Plus V11

What you'll learn
Identify and explain the various classes of distillation and separations models available in Aspen Plus
Gain the skills and knowledge to model distillation, separation and extraction processes
Reduce process design time by using advanced features of RadFrac distillation columns
Use column analysis tools to optimize the feed location and number of stages and improve energy utilization for distillation columns
Add and manipulate column specifications to meet process objectives
Construct, run, manipulate and analyze a distillation column
Specify required parameters in order to execute flash calculations and fully define material streams
Use Aspen Plus to perform property analysis of pure components and mixtures
Use Aspen Plus in thermodynamics instruction for Vapor-Liquid, Liquid-Liquid and Vapor-Liquid-Liquid Equilibrium calculations
Perform Case Studies to determine the optimum operating points for a process
Use the Model Analysis Tools to run sensitivity analysis and optimize your process
Understand best practices and learn how to troubleshoot simulations
Requirements
A background in chemical engineering or industrial chemistry
Aspen Plus (Version 7 at least) - Version 11 is used in this training
Description
Welcome to this online course on chemical engineering simulation using Aspen Plus.Aspen Plus is a powerful engineering simulation software that you can use to model a wide range of chemical processes.It is widely used in engineering universities and in the industry, in research, development, modeling and design.Aspen Plus serves as the engineering platform for modeling processes from Upstream through Gas Processing to Petroleum Refining, Petrochemicals, Chemicals and Pharmaceutical processes.This online course is designed around a series of separation process examples which we work through to a model solution. It is an essential guide to understanding the principles, features and functions of Aspen Plus when modeling liquid-liquid and vapor-liquid separation processes.This understanding is a prerequisite for a successful design, simulation, rating & optimization of your distilling columns, flash separators and extraction processes.The knowledge gained in this course will set you apart from your peers, whether you are a graduate student, a practicing chemical engineer, or a manager, and will give you an edge over your competitors when seeking employment at industrial facilities.So with no further ado, check out the free preview videos and the curriculum of the course and we look forward to seeing you in the first section.Hope to see you thereWR TrainingSpread the wings of your knowledge–––––––––––––––IMPORTANT NOTES :Aspen Plus is a complex process simulator and, in our opinion, the best way to learn is with hands-on experience, by attempting each example provided in this online course, and when difficulties are encountered, by referring to the problem setup and solution that you can find in the downloadable resource section.The downloadable resources contain the input and solutions to all of the examples and workshops covered in this online course. There is a root folder for each section, within which, there are subfolders named Examples. Each example is provided in .bkp Aspen Plus format and .txt format. The .bkp files are set up as input files to view details and may be executed. The .txt files are solutions and may be viewed with Notepad. We recommend that while reading the text, Aspen Plus be used simultaneously to execute and review each example.Lastly, we have made an effort to provide the describing equations of most of the models referred to in this online course and if not possible, because of the proprietary nature of the software, we have described the functionality. Please keep in mind that Aspen Plus is a proprietary software and the source code and implementation details are not available. Additionally, there are frequently several ways to solve the equations that describe the blocks, and there is no way to ascertain these details since Aspen Technology does not provide them.–––––––––––––––SOFTWARE & HARDWARE :The Aspen Plus software, like most other software, is being developed on a continuous basis and new versions are released frequently. This online course covers Aspen Plus version 11, which is the most recent version at the moment we recorded this video. Please keep in mind that this online course covers the fundamental features of Aspen Plus which do not change from version to version. The course covers the use of Aspen Plus on computers that use the Windows operating system. We assume that Aspen Plus is installed on your computer and that you have basic knowledge of operating the computer. If you are new to Aspen Plus and have little or no experience in chemical engineering simulation, then you have come to the right place.

Overview

Section 1: ABOUT THIS ASPEN PLUS MODULE

Lecture 1 Introducing this Aspen Plus module

Lecture 2 Software and hardware

Section 2: ABOUT ASPEN PLUS

Lecture 3 What is Aspen Plus ?

Lecture 4 Why is Aspen Plus so important ?

Lecture 5 Who uses Aspen Plus ?

Lecture 6 How can we translate a chemical process into an Aspen Plus simulation model ?

Section 3: FLASH SEPARATION & DISTILLATION

Lecture 7 Flash separation & distillation : Learning objectives

Lecture 8 Adding a second mixer and a flash separation unit

Lecture 9 Design specifications / Sensitivity analysis

Lecture 10 Distillation column options

Lecture 11 "DSTWU" distillation column

Lecture 12 "Distl" distillation column

Lecture 13 "RadFrac" distillation column

Lecture 14 Some interesting graphic features

Lecture 15 Section wrap-up

Section 4: LIQUID-LIQUID EXTRACTION PROCESSES

Lecture 16 Extraction processes : Learning objectives

Lecture 17 Selecting a property method for extraction processes

Lecture 18 Setting-up our model for a single stage extraction unit

Lecture 19 Defining a new property set

Lecture 20 Property methods vs experimental data using sensitivity analysis

Lecture 21 Multistage extraction columns

Lecture 22 Checking for azeotropic conditions using the triangle diagram

Lecture 23 Practice session #2

Section 5: WHAT IS NEXT ?

Lecture 24 Taking your Aspen Plus skills to the next level ?

Lecture 25 Chemical Reactor Module : Introduction

Lecture 26 Piping System Module : Introduction

Lecture 27 Economic Optimization Module : Introduction

Lecture 28 Heat Exchanger Module : Introduction

Lecture 29 Solids handling Module : Introduction

Lecture 30 Fluidized bed modeling in Aspen Plus

Lecture 31 Aspen Plus Safety Environment : Process description

Lecture 32 BONUS : COUPON CODES

Engineers who will be using Aspen Plus in their daily work,Process engineers doing process design and optimization projects and studies,Plant engineers checking plant performance under different operating conditions,Engineers wishing to gain experience in simulating distillation and separation processes,Aspen Plus users who need exposure to steady-state simulation as preparation for using Aspen Plus Dynamics®