This course focuses on the process design, optimization, and sustainable manufacturing of petrochemicals. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in designing and optimizing petrochemical processes, with a focus on sustainability and environmental considerations. The course will cover topics such as feedstock selection, reaction kinetics, process modeling, energy efficiency, waste management, and emerging technologies in petrochemical manufacturing. Students will also explore case studies and real-world examples to enhance their knowledge and skills in petrochemical process design and optimization.
Online
3 Months 4 sessions/week 2 live sessions/month Each recorded session will be 25 minutes and uploaded to the server and participants can get access.
IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation
Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Madras
and
Zemblance
Graduation in Engineering - Petroleum/Chemical/Mechanical/Civil/Mining/
Electrical/Electronics and Masters in Geophysics/Geology/Applied
Geology from recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government).
For International Participants - Students / Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country.
Fundamental knowledge of science, engineering, energy sector
Dr. R K Malhotra, Former Chairman and Director (R&D), IOCL; Professor of Practice, IIT Delhi
Dr. SSV Ramakumar, Director (R&D), IOCL
Shri. MV Ravi Someswarudu, Former Executive Director (O&M-CO), GAIL (India) Limited
Shri. T.N.K Bapiraju, CGM - Technical Services, Crude Refining, CPCL
Overview of petrochemicals and their manufacturing processes, Importance of process design and optimization in petrochemical manufacturing
Types of feedstocks used in petrochemical manufacturing, Kinetics of petrochemical reactions and their impact on process design
Principles and tools for process modeling and simulation, Optimization techniques for petrochemical process design
Energy conservation strategies in petrochemical processes, Heat integration and pinch analysis for energy optimization
Strategies for waste minimization and recycling in petrochemical manufacturing, Environmental regulations and emissions reduction techniques
Life cycle assessment (LCA) and sustainability metrics in petrochemical processes, Green chemistry and renewable feedstocks in petrochemical manufacturing
Advanced catalysts and process intensification techniques, Circular economy approaches in petrochemical production
Analysis of successful petrochemical process design and optimization projects, Examination of sustainable petrochemical manufacturing practices, Industry trends and future directions in petrochemical process design and optimization
"Petrochemicals: Process Design and Optimization" by Vivek Utgikar and Shriram Gokhale;
"Sustainable Petrochemical Manufacturing" by Mohtada Sadrzadeh and Navid Mostoufi;
"Chemical Process Design and Integration" by Robin Smith