Chemical Reaction Engineering

Introduction

Chemical Reaction Engineering (CRE) is the core discipline that governs how chemical reactions occur, how reactors behave, and how conversion, selectivity, and yield can be optimised in industrial processes. In petrochemical, refining, polymer, fertilizer, and chemical manufacturing plants, engineers must understand reaction kinetics, reactor design, catalytic processes, heat/mass transfer interactions, and troubleshooting of reaction systems.

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in reaction kinetics, reactor modelling, catalytic behaviour, temperature control, conversion optimisation, and troubleshooting of industrial reactors. It is designed to strengthen technical capability and enhance operational excellence across chemical and petrochemical environments.

The GTMCS Chemical Reaction Engineering course delivers a practical, industry‑aligned, and competency‑focused learning experience.

This Training Course Will Highlight

Reaction kinetics & rate laws

Reactor design (CSTR, PFR, batch)

Catalysis & catalyst deactivation

Temperature control & heat effects

Conversion & selectivity optimisation

Mass transfer limitations

Reaction troubleshooting

Industrial reactor case studies

Course Benefits

Strengthen understanding of reaction kinetics & reactor behaviour

Improve troubleshooting & diagnostic capability

Enhance conversion, selectivity & yield optimisation

Build confidence in catalytic reaction systems

Support safe & efficient reactor operation

Align workforce with global chemical engineering standards

Tools & Techniques Covered

Rate law development

Reaction order determination

Reactor modelling tools

Catalyst performance evaluation

Heat/mass transfer diagnostic tools

Troubleshooting logic models

Practical Workshops

Reaction rate calculations

Reactor modelling exercises

Catalyst deactivation analysis

Temperature control case studies

Reaction troubleshooting simulation

Real‑World Case Studies

Reactor runaway due to poor temperature control

Conversion drop caused by catalyst deactivation

Mass transfer limitations reducing reaction rate

Hot spot formation in fixed‑bed reactors

Off‑spec product due to incorrect residence time

Industry Relevance

This course is essential for:

Chemical & petrochemical engineers

Process engineers & operators

Production & manufacturing teams

Maintenance & reliability professionals

HSSE & process safety teams

Future Skills Alignment

Reaction engineering literacy

Troubleshooting competency

Process optimisation

Catalytic reaction understanding

Industrial problem‑solving

Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Understand reaction kinetics & rate laws

Analyse reactor types & behaviour

Evaluate catalytic reaction performance

Diagnose reaction deviations & troubleshoot effectively

Optimise conversion, selectivity & yield

Support safe & efficient reactor operations

Certificates

Upon successful completion of this training course, participants will receive a GTMCS Certificate of Completion.