Day 1: Advanced Thermodynamics and Property Methods

• Thermodynamic Principles & Property Models – Review of fundamentals, advanced property package selection, and estimation methods.
• Complex System Characterization – Binary interaction parameters, regression analysis, and custom component creation.
• Phase Behavior & Electrolyte Systems – Electrolyte modeling, flash calculations, and phase envelope analysis.
• Hands-on Applications – Case study on property package selection and crude oil characterization.
• Assessment & Discussion – Thermodynamic calculations quiz and discussion on common property package issues.

Day 2: Advanced Steady-State Simulation

• Complex Equipment Modeling – Distillation columns, advanced reactor configurations, and heat exchanger networks.
• Flow & Pressure Analysis – Pressure-flow network analysis and recycle stream convergence techniques.
• Sizing & Economic Evaluation – Equipment sizing, cost estimation, and energy integration strategies.
• Hands-on Applications – Case study on complex distillation systems and reactor network optimization.
• Assessment & Discussion – Quiz on equipment sizing and troubleshooting convergence issues.

Day 3: Dynamic Simulation and Control

• Dynamic Modeling Fundamentals – Pressure-flow dynamics and safety system implementation.
• Advanced Control Strategies – PID tuning, cascade, override control, and level/temperature control systems.
• Real-Time Process Behavior – Controller tuning, dynamic response analysis, and system adjustments.
• Hands-on Applications – Practical session on PID controller tuning and dynamic response analysis.
• Assessment & Discussion – Control system design quiz and discussion on common control challenges.

Day 4: Custom Modeling and Optimization

• Custom Unit Development – Spreadsheet integration, user unit extensions, and advanced reaction kinetics.
• Process Optimization – Sensitivity analysis, data reconciliation, and optimization techniques.
• Industrial Case Studies – Case study management and advanced modeling applications.
• Hands-on Applications – Custom unit operation development and optimization case studies.
• Assessment & Discussion – Quiz on advanced modeling techniques and discussion on optimization strategies.

Day 5: Advanced Applications and Project Work

• Specialized Simulations – Pipeline networks, batch process simulation, and real-time optimization.
• Economic & Environmental Considerations – Economic analysis tools and environmental impact assessment.
• Reporting & Best Practices – Documentation, report generation, and industry best practices.
• Final Project & Review – Project presentations, assessment, and feedback.
• Certification & Conclusion – Final review, certification ceremony, and closing discussions.

Final Project Requirement

Participants must complete a simulation design project that demonstrates:

• Application of advanced simulation techniques
• Implementation of control strategies
• Economic and optimization analysis
• Technical documentation and presentation skills