Introducing Process Control Concepts to Senior Students Using Numerical Simulation

Authors

  • Mobolaji E. Aluko Howard University
  • Kenneth N. Ekechukwu Howard University

Abstract

The modeling and numerical simulation of the dynamic behavior of a CSTR under uncontrolled and controlled conditions were used to introduce various concepts in process control to a class of senior chemical engineering students.  The article discusses the materials adapted for stimulating interest in the course and thereby facilitating learning.

Author Biographies

Mobolaji E. Aluko, Howard University

Mobolaji E. Aluko is Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Howard University. He received his BSc from the University of lfe, Nigeria, his MSc, DIC, from the Imperial College, London, and his PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research interests are in the mathematical modeling of chemical reactors, materials processing, and coal-related technologies.

Kenneth N. Ekechukwu, Howard University

Kenneth N. Ekechukwu is a lecturer and senior research fellow at Howard University. He earned his MSc and PhD from Warsaw University of Technology, Poland. He joined Howard's Department of Chemical Engineering in 1992, where he has been pursuing research activities in coal-based technologies, materials science engineering, and development of new products via environmentally benign processes.

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Published

1999-09-01

Issue

Vol. 33 No. 4 (1999): Fall 1999

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