Apr 25, 2026  
PUBLISHED 2026-2027 Credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2026-2027 Credit Catalog

CHEN 312 - Unit Operations Laboratory


Description
This course provides an opportunity to apply the principles learned in the program to the operation of a variety of pilot-plant scale chemical process equipment. Topics include: fluid mechanics, pumps, heat exchangers, phase behaviour, compressor simulation and separating mixtures by distillation, gas absorption and evaporation. An important aspect of your laboratory experience will be to develop a safety-conscious work attitude.



1.5 Credits

Time Guidelines
The standard instructional time for this course is 45 hours.

Prerequisites
  • THRM 235
  • FLDS 255
  • CHEM 264
  • MATH 288