Short Course: Reaction Engineering and Applied Catalysis Continuing Education Course June 24-26, 2002 University of Michigan Department of Chemical Engineering Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2136 E-Mail Address for Course: react@umich.edu

OVERVIEW

Chemical reactions occur in a variety of different systems and are essential in a number of technological areas including the automotive industry, the chemical and petroleum industries, fuel cell and fuel processing industries, and environmental engineering, The goal of this course is to provide a background in the practical aspects of kinetics, catalysis, and reaction engineering. The fundamentals of catalysis and transport will be applied in the analysis and design of reacting systems.

BENEFITS

• Update your knowledge in applied kinetics, catalysis, and reactor design and analysis
• Apply techniques for modeling chemically reacting systems
• Learn how to design experiments, select reactors and analytical methods, and apply statistics in reaction engineering and catalysis research.
• Familiarize participants with developments in key technical areas including fuel cell and fuel processing catalysis.

CONTENT

Applied Chemical Kinetics

• Basic Concepts amd Theories
• Modeling Reacting Systems
• Rate Laws and Mechanisms
• Reaction Pathway Resolution

Catalysis

• Basic Concepts
• Kinetics of Elementary Catalytic Steps
• Catalytic Chemistry
• Catalyst Selection and Synthesis

Reactor Analysis and Design

• Chemical Reactor Analysis
• Catalytic Reactors
• Catalyst Deactivation

Transport in Reacting Systems

• Interphase Transport in Reacting Systems
• Diffusion and Reaction in Porous Catalysts
• Thermal Effects
• Transport Effects and Catalyst Design
• Transport Effects and Reactor Design

Experimental Methods in Kinetics and Catalysis

• Experimental Design and Methods
• Laboratory Reactors
• Analysis of Rate Data
• Catalyst Characterization

Selected Case Studies (from previous courses)

• Automotive Exhaust Catalysis
• Selective Oxidation
• Hydrotreatment Catalysis
• Fuel Cell Catalysis

INSTRUCTORS

Phillip E. Savage , Ph.D, P.E.
Professor of Chemical Engineering
The University of Michigan
phone (734) 764-3386
FAX (734) 763-0459
psavage@umich.edu

Levi T. Thompson, Ph.D
Professor of Chemical Engineering
The University of Michigan
phone (734) 936-2015
FAX (734) 763-0459
ltt@umich.edu

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Chemical, environmental, mechanical, and electrical engineers, chemists and electrochemists, and others with a technical background will benefit from this course. Prerequisites: Although a brief review will be part of this course, participants should be familiar with basic concepts in kinetics. No prior experience in catalysis or reaction engineering is required.

PREREQUISITES

Although a brief review will be part of this course, participants should be familiar with basic concepts in kinetics. No prior experience in catalysis or reaction engineering is required.

LOCATION

This course will be held in Ann Arbor on The University of Michigan's North Campus. Ann Arbor is a 30-minute drive from the Detroit Metro Airport.
Map of Ann Arbor and route to Ann Arbor from Detroit Metro Airport

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

To Enroll

Applications should be submitted as far in advance as possible, using the form below. Preference will be given to early applicants in those cases where it is necessary to limit enrollment. Individuals who require additional time to obtain employer authorization may reserve space by submitting a completed application. An enrollment confirmation will be sent to you along with travel and course information.

REGISTRATION FORM
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Tuition

Tuition for the course is $1,295. Included in the fee is a complete set of course notes, continental breakfasts, and coffee breaks. Please mail a check, purchase order, or government contract with your application. Make checks payable to The University of Michigan, and designate the name(s) of applicant(s) on the check. If payment is not enclosed with your application, please be certain that your name is clearly designated on a check, purchase order, or contract when you send it.

Cancellations

Cancellations should be made as soon as possible by mail, fax, or telephone. Cancellations made up to two weeks before the start of the course will receive a full refund. No cancellations will be accepted after Monday, June 10. "No shows" will be billed the full tuition amount. The course registration may be transferred to another colleague at any time without charge.

Accommodations

The hotels most conveniently located near North Campus are the Holiday Inn North Campus, the Hampton Inn North, and the Red Roof Inn. Information on these hotels will be sent soon after enrollment. If you prefer other accommodations in the Ann Arbor area, please call the Ann Arbor Convention and Visitor's Bureau at (734) 995-7281 or go to their website for a list of Ann Arbor hotels.

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For more information or to register, call (734) 764-7413 or e-mail your questions to react@umich.edu

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