In this 100% online course, you will be able to update your knowledge and competences about simulations, creation, and optimization of products in the Chemical Industry"

In Chemical Engineering, reactors are of superlative importance as they enhance efficiency by maximizing conversions and reducing by-products. They also facilitate the scalability of reactions and, at the same time, better control the safety of these processes. Some of the most advanced among them, such as photo-catalysts and microfluidics, which have made it possible to explore new conditions and synthesis routes for the substances. Its mastery guarantees the experts a superior research capacity as well as a praxis of excellence. 

For this reason, TECH has integrated disruptive concepts, tools, and work methodologies in this field in this postgraduate diploma. Through their study, students will learn about the different types of reactors as well as their design and kinetics in chemical reactions. 

On the other hand, this program has a total of 4 modules and, in addition to the previously mentioned chemical reactors, it includes the most advanced criteria on transfer operations, production, simulation, and process optimization. In particular, specific heat exchangers and the principles of vapor-liquid equilibrium will be discussed. In addition, the syllabus emphasizes the most advanced software for pre- and controlled evaluation of separations, multi-product plants, and others. 

This educational itinerary is accompanied by an innovative 100% online methodology where the exclusive Relearning teaching system stands out. This last one favors the rapid and flexible assimilation of concepts and competencies through the gradual reiteration of different aspects during each of the subjects addressed. On the other hand, this postgraduate diploma is not subject to hermetic schedules or rigid evaluation chronograms. In this way, by taking the course, professionals will be able to establish their routines in correspondence with other personal or work obligations.

Don't wait any longer to start this program where you will delve into the most advanced types of reactors in the Chemical Industry" 

This postgraduate diploma in Chemical Process Engineering contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Chemistry Engineering
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

A postgraduate diploma that is not incompatible with other responsibilities, allowing you to study or work throughout its 6-month duration"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the industry who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

This program is not subject to tight schedules and you will be able to access its content whenever and wherever you want"

After this program, you will be proficient in the fundamentals of chemical and environmental analysis prior to the manufacture of chemical products"

This TECH program will provide students with a deep understanding of mass and heat transfer operations in chemical and biotechnological systems.In turn, it will examine the phases of design, operation and optimization of reactors, products and processes. In addition, its study will promote the efficient use of tools and software that guarantee the quality of a project in this scientific area, as well as its costs.  All this will guarantee graduates the mastery of numerous skills to face the challenges of the Chemical Industry from a praxis of excellence. 

After this postgraduate diploma, you will be able to implement in your practice the use of simulation and optimization software for chemical processes such as Unisim and Matlab"

General Objectives

• Analyze the principles and methods for the separation of substances in multicomponent systems
• Master advanced techniques and tools for the configuration of heat exchange networks
• Apply fundamental concepts in the design of chemical products and processes
• Integrate environmental considerations in the design of chemical processes
• Analyze optimization techniques and simulation of chemical processes
• Apply simulation techniques to common unit operations in the chemical industry
• Examine the multi-product industry and strategies for its optimization
• Raise awareness of the importance of sustainability in terms of economy, environment, and society
• Promote environmental management in the chemical industry
• Compile technological advances in Chemical Engineering
• Evaluate the applicability and potential advantages of new technologies
• Develop a comprehensive view of modern chemical engineering
• Contextualize the importance of biomass in the current framework of sustainable development
• Determine the importance of biomass as an energy resource
• Examine the current situation of L+O+I in Chemical Engineering in order to highlight its importance in the current sustainability framework
• Encourage innovation and creativity in the research processes in Chemical Engineering
• Analyze the ways of protection, exploitation, and communication of L+O+I results
• Explore job opportunities in L+O+I in Chemical Engineering
• Explore innovative applications of chemical reactors
• Promote the integration of theoretical and practical aspects of chemical reactor design

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Advanced Transfer Operations Design 

• Analyze the fundamentals of ideal solutions and their deviations from ideality as applied to transfer operations
• Evaluate the effectiveness of supercritical fluids as solvents in transfer operations
• Delve into extraction techniques for the separation of multiphase systems
• Examine the mechanisms involved in the separation of substances by adsorption
• Develop a comprehensive approach to the design of membrane separation processes
• Substantiate the principles related to heat transfer in exchangers
• Propose configurational classifications of heat exchangers
• Determine the design of heat exchanger networks

Module 2. Advanced Chemical Reactor Design

• Apply mathematical models for the design of fixed-bed reactors with different technical specifications
• Analyze the effect of fluidization and the models that define it in fluidized bed reactors
• Design specific columns for fluid-fluid specifications
• Evaluate the influence of configuration on the design of electrochemical reactors
• Explore innovative applications in membrane reactors and photo-reactors
• Examine the different configurations for gasification reactors
• Optimize bioreactor design based on the mode of operation
• Selecting appropriate reactors for different polymerization processes

Module 3. Processes and Chemical Products Design

• Determine the importance of the steps involved in the design of chemical products
• Elaborate chemical process design diagrams
• Implement environmental remediation practices
• Explore the intensification of chemical processes
• Manage inventories and procurement

Module 4. Chemical Process Simulation and Optimization

• Establish the basis for the optimization of chemical processes
• Establish the Pinch method as a key tool for energy management
• Use optimization methods under uncertainty
• Examine chemical process simulation and optimization software
• Simulate essential separation operations in the Chemical Industry
• Perform simulations of heat exchange networks
• Expose the fundamental aspects of multi-product plants

You will achieve your educational goals comfortably, from home, without unnecessary travel thanks to TECH's 100% online platform"