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I want to learn chemical engineering design from scratch; in the past, once others had completed the layout, I would only draw the pipes and then follow along with the construction process. Now the company has more projects, and I need to learn how to design entire projects on my own, but I don’t know where to start, especially regarding the scheduling of production times and the sizing of reaction tanks. I would like to ask experienced masters: what books should I read or what should I do to learn this?
In chemical engineering design, a process plant needs to be designed. There are many concepts and standards that need to be learned, and the design process involves combining theory with actual on-site construction. As for the issue of project timeline, it is determined by the project’s design manager after taking into account various factors such as the design team’s human resources, the complexity of the process flow, on-site inspections, etc., and after coordinating with the client. A project is typically divided into several stages of design: the preliminary design stage and the detailed engineering design stage. To carry out engineering design, it is necessary to be familiar with chemical process manuals, books on the design specifications for plant process systems, as well as various regulations and standards related to safe production; it takes a long time to accumulate experience in these areas.
To carry out a chemical engineering design, it is first necessary to understand the process involved – what is being produced, on what scale, and what the flow of operations is like. Only then can it be determined which equipment is needed and what size those devices should be. Then, it is necessary to understand the properties of various materials and become familiar with the site environment, so as to determine the planar and vertical layout of the equipment. It’s necessary to read the manual on chemical process design, but I suggest that you also gain hands-on experience in the production area, as this will help you master the skills gradually
A project is divided into many phases, and the process is quite complex. The first phase is the bidding stage for the project, which involves the initial drawings, project quotes, and proposals. If the bid is successful, upon receiving the project notification, work must begin on the approval processes, which are more detailed than those involved in the bidding stage; this includes requirements regarding the dimensions of the equipment, as well as procedures for the installation of process equipment and instruments. Once the approval process is complete, work begins on the entire construction process, including drawing preparation, procurement, and equipment installation. As a project leader, there are many aspects to consider. One must have a clear understanding of the project at every stage of its progression. Drawing is just the simplest part of it. Sending faxes, coordinating communications, and maintaining contact with various departments and manufacturers is the most troublesome part. As a design company, there are certainly specialized drawing tools and various software programs that can be used to determine the dimensions of devices. The main thing is to ensure that the piping components are allocated in the most reasonable way, in compliance with standards. This requires considering standards and experience from many aspects.