The course content covers the basic needs of process simulation users. The basic unit operations are introduced in a stepwise manner with the objective of being able to build flowsheets by the end of the course. The use of several software functionalities will show users how to explore operating alternatives for the processing plant units that are being studied.

A copy of the extensive training material used during the course will be provided to the students to be used as a basis for further study.

Process Engineers are heavy users of simulation tools (HYSYS, UniSim, A+, ...) to design new processes or revamps. They mainly work in steady-state mode, but frequently they have to interact with the Control Engineers to discuss how the process will be controlled and operated. Then, many process dynamics and control concepts need to be clearly understood by the Process Engineers to effectively design the production process and their corresponding control philosophy.

With current dynamic process simulators, it is possible to create a reliable representation of an operating plant on a PC - including all process equipment, all instrumentation and controllers and having it running several times faster than in real time. Dynamic Process Simulation provides flexible interaction between the engineer and the tool, making the user easily understand the consequences of his/her operational and/or design decisions - leading to better and quicker decision making and furthermore improved confidence in the decisions taken.