Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers

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Course Introduction

The Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Training Course is designed for professionals working in process-driven industries who need a strong foundation in chemical engineering concepts without having a formal engineering background. In sectors like oil & gas, petrochemicals, manufacturing, and utilities, cross-functional collaboration is essential. This course fills the knowledge gap by enabling participants to understand and interpret core process engineering principles and apply them in their day-to-day roles.

This course covers essential process engineering topics such as fluid flow, heat transfer, separation systems, and reaction dynamics, while also emphasizing safety, risk assessment, and process control. Participants will gain practical insights that help them support operations, participate in troubleshooting, and collaborate effectively with engineering teams. By the end of the training, attendees will be equipped to communicate confidently with chemical engineers, interpret process diagrams, and contribute to decision-making in multidisciplinary environments.

Key takeaways include:

  • Gain a strong foundation in process engineering basics for non-technical professionals
  • Understand how chemical engineering supports operations in oil, gas, and petrochemical industries
  • Learn essential process safety concepts and risk management practices
  • Apply fundamental calculations for process evaluation, sizing, and troubleshooting
  • Enhance collaboration across engineering and technical teams

Objectives

By the end of this Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand core process engineering principles and their application in industrial systems
  • Apply practical knowledge of hydraulics, fluid flow, and heat transfer
  • Analyze real-life case studies to improve safety awareness and operational performance
  • Perform essential calculations for process sizing, troubleshooting, and evaluation
  • Recognize how chemical engineering interfaces with other technical disciplines in a business environment

This training course aims to equip professionals with the knowledge needed to support engineering activities confidently. It helps non-chemical engineers understand process behavior, interpret technical data, and make informed decisions. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how process engineering impacts operations, safety, and cost-effectiveness across industrial settings.

Training Methodology

This Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Training Course uses an interactive learning approach designed for adult learners. The training includes a blend of formal presentations, real-life case studies, video demonstrations, and group discussions to reinforce key concepts. Each session is structured to ensure participants not only understand the theory but also learn how to apply it in real-world scenarios.

Practical problem-solving exercises are included throughout the course to enhance technical confidence and decision-making abilities. The course content is delivered using process diagrams, engineering examples, and hands-on calculations to support learning outcomes. This approach ensures participants gain relevant skills that can be applied immediately in their roles within process-driven industries.

Who Should Attend?

This Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Course is ideal for professionals working in process industries who need to understand chemical engineering fundamentals but do not have a formal background in the field. It is particularly beneficial for those involved in operations, maintenance, project management, safety, and technical support roles.

Suitable participants include:

  • Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation Engineers
  • Operations and Maintenance Personnel
  • Safety, Reliability, and Quality Engineers
  • Project Engineers and Cost Analysts
  • Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Technical Managers
  • Non-technical staff supporting engineering and process teams

Attendees will gain practical knowledge to enhance performance in their roles and improve collaboration across engineering departments. The training helps bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams, enabling better decision-making and process understanding.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction and Fundamentals of Process Engineering

  • Mass and energy balances
  • Reactor types
  • Process & Engineering Diagrams
  • Flammability
  • Electrical area classification
  • Safety, Risk Management and Hazard Studies

Day 2: Hydraulics and Fluid Flow

  • Pressure and head & Bernoulli's theorem
  • Flow of liquids, Reynolds number and pressure drop in pipes
  • Two-phase and multi-phase flow
  • Enthalpy and thermodynamics
  • Principle of process relief devices and process design of relief systems
  • Mechanical Equipment – Pumps, Compressors & Mixers

Day 3: Heat Transfer and Reaction Engineering

  • Heat Transfer Mechanisms 
  • Heat transfer coefficients and calculation
  • Heat exchangers, type and sizing  
  • Catalysis and Reaction Engineering
  • Chemical reactions & kinetics
  • Green Chemistry & Engineering and Sustainability

Day 4: Distillation and Separation Processes and Equipment

  • Phase behaviour and vapour/liquid equilibria
  • Gas/Liquid separation
  • Distillation equipment - Columns and vessels 
  • Troubleshooting of process equipment
  • Overview of Other Separation Processes 
  • Effluent treatment in refinery and petrochemical industries

Day 5: Process Control and Economics

  • Classification of control systems
  • Measured variables
  • Simple feedback control
  • Preliminary economic analysis
  • Fixed and variable costs, break even analysis
  • Estimating the cost of process equipment and plants

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Aztech Training
Coventry

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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