I want to learn process design on my own, but I’m quite confused
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I graduated this year with a degree in chemical process engineering. I currently work as an operator at a large chemical plant at home. I want to learn chemical process design on my own; I’ve bought manuals on the subject, but I don’t have any practical opportunities. Can I really learn anything this way?
Of course it works; the key is to combine theory with practice and compare the on-site situation with the design manual. Of course, what’s really important is to think things through by oneself.
Yeah, right, you can learn a lot on the spot
Very motivated, hoping to persevere. With production experience, one can bring more insight to design work.
Reading books helps to acquire theoretical knowledge, while practical operation enhances the understanding of that theory; the two complement each other. It is useful to communicate more with those on the production line, as operators have a lot of experience, though they may lack theoretical knowledge. Communicating more with them is very beneficial
Reply to 5# czll3387: Thank you for giving me confidence
Original poster, read more about the standards; by relating them to actual outcomes, progress will be faster. The difficulty in shifting from production to design lies in the fact that the standard regulations are hard to memorize, but they are easier to understand
I worked in production for two years, and now I want to move into design, but I’m not sure where to start – I have no idea how to begin!
The difficulties in shifting from production to design lie in: 1. It is hard to change jobs in the future, as cross-industry movement is required. 2. Basic knowledge such as advanced mathematics and physical chemistry will quickly become unfamiliar and be forgotten.
First, take a good look at the pipes, instruments, valves, etc. in the factory, then think about why they are arranged in that way, and refer to the books as well
Reply 1# queenking8: Like the original poster, I am also learning； By using the process equipment parameters of this device to conduct calculations for the design, one can learn certain things: such as the heat exchange area of the heat exchangers, the amount of utility required, and the size of the reactors, etc ； However, it feels like the learning isn’t very systematic; there are many things that can’t be explored. It would be best to use PRO2 or ASPEN to simulate the plant process again ；