
Begin your WR training with an introduction to Aspen Plus V11, covering flash, distillation, and extraction processes in chemical engineering workflows.
Explore Aspen Plus version 11 and its fundamental features, and learn how to use it on Windows for beginners in chemical engineering simulation.
Process and chemical engineers use Aspen Plus across the full lifecycle from concept to plant operations, and universities use it for research.
Explore flash separation and distillation in Aspen Plus v11, using a mixer and a one-stage flash unit to split a mixture into aqueous and organic streams with acetone partitioning.
Demonstrate using Aspen Plus for sensitivity analysis with design specifications, varying the M IBK flow rate to target a 95 percent water mass fraction in the flash unit.
Explore Aspen Plus distillation column options, from the DSTWU simple single feed model to the RedFrac rigorous unit, covering two-product distillation and absorption, stripping, extractive and azeotropic distillation.
Explore Aspen Plus DSTWU distillation column design, including mixer integration, flash separator streams, and acetone–IBK separation with reflux, stage optimization, and free water handling.
Explore how Aspen Plus v11 provides multiple unit operation options for completing distillation problems based on complexity. Start simple and progressively use initial results as inputs for more detailed simulations.
Explore liquid-liquid extraction principles, solvent extraction, and partitioning, using water, methyl ethyl ketone, and octane to model single-stage and multi-stage separations in Aspen Plus.
Choose thermodynamic methods for extraction processes using activity coefficient models for the liquid phase. Compare rtl, unique work, and univac to show method suitability for vapor and liquid equilibria.
Set up a single-stage extraction in Aspen Plus using RTL, estimate missing binary interactions with UNIVAC, and use dirty water for water–MEK–octane system; compare RTL, Unique Work, and UNIVAC results.
Explore modeling a multistage extraction in Aspen Plus v11 using the UNIVAC property method; configure feeds, stages, and key components, run simulations, and analyze product splits and purity.
Aspen Plus uses univac to model extraction and distillation, guiding stage count, reflux ratio, and sensitivity analysis to achieve 95 percent weight purity for the target streams.
Take your Aspen Plus skills to the next level by modeling more complex processes and exploring advanced features with the master class and Aspen Plus dynamics courses.
Model and simulate an acetone to acetic anhydride process in Aspen Plus, using plug flow reactors, distillation columns, and a cstr, then optimize via reaction kinetics and sensitivity analysis.
Explore heat exchanger design in Aspen Plus v11, compare shortcut and rigorous methods, and model a shalan tube heat exchanger to view results and feasibility in the exchanger feasibility panel.
This lecture presents fluidized bed modeling in Aspen Plus, detailing a dense bottom and freeboard zone, bubble profiles, and outlet conditions via entrainment correlations.
Explore the safety and energy features of natural gas liquids processing in Aspen Plus v11 by conditioning NGLs, separating water, and distilling light hydrocarbons before pipeline transport.
Aspen Plus for Chemical Process Simulation: Separation Processes Masterclass
Master Liquid-Liquid & Vapor-Liquid Separation Modeling for Real-World Chemical Engineering
Take your simulation skills to the next level with this focused, hands-on course in Aspen Plus simulation of separation processes. Whether you’re a student, practicing engineer, or industry manager, you’ll gain practical experience and deep understanding of Aspen Plus features as they apply to the modeling, design, rating, and optimization of industrial separation units.
Why Enroll in This Course?
Industry-Relevant Training:
Aspen Plus is the global standard for chemical process simulation in universities and industry, used for research, development, modeling, and design.
Separation Process Focus:
Learn essential skills for simulating distillation columns, flash separators, and extraction processes—key operations in oil & gas, petrochemicals, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
Practical, Example-Driven:
Work through real process examples step-by-step, from problem statement to model solution.
What You’ll Learn
Aspen Plus Essentials:
Interface, workflow, and best practices for process simulation
Modeling Separation Processes:
Setting up and solving liquid-liquid and vapor-liquid separation systems
Building, simulating, and optimizing distillation columns, flash separators, and extraction units
Process Analysis & Optimization:
Evaluating simulation results for design and rating
Troubleshooting and improving process performance
Industrial Application:
Applying simulation results to real-world challenges in upstream, gas processing, refining, and more
Who Should Enroll?
Graduate and undergraduate chemical engineering students
Practicing chemical, process, and design engineers
R&D and process optimization professionals
Managers and decision-makers seeking technical insight into process simulation
Anyone aiming to enhance their Aspen Plus and process modeling expertise
Course Features
Step-by-step video tutorials using real Aspen Plus workflows
Comprehensive process examples with model solutions
Downloadable resources for continued practice and reference
One-on-one instructor support via Udemy Q&A
Lifetime access: Study at your own pace, anytime, on any device
By the End of This Course, You Will:
Confidently use Aspen Plus to model, simulate, and optimize a range of separation processes
Apply simulation results to improve design and operation of distillation, extraction, and flash units
Troubleshoot common issues and interpret simulation outputs for better process decisions
Advance your career with practical, industry-standard skills
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IMPORTANT NOTES :
Aspen Plus is a complex process simulator and, in our opinion, the best way to learn is with hands-on experience, by attempting each example provided in this online course, and when difficulties are encountered, by referring to the problem setup and solution that you can find in the downloadable resource section.
The downloadable resources contain the input and solutions to all of the examples and workshops covered in this online course. There is a root folder for each section, within which, there are subfolders named Examples. Each example is provided in .bkp Aspen Plus format and .txt format. The .bkp files are set up as input files to view details and may be executed. The .txt files are solutions and may be viewed with Notepad. We recommend that while reading the text, Aspen Plus be used simultaneously to execute and review each example.
Lastly, we have made an effort to provide the describing equations of most of the models referred to in this online course and if not possible, because of the proprietary nature of the software, we have described the functionality. Please keep in mind that Aspen Plus is a proprietary software and the source code and implementation details are not available. Additionally, there are frequently several ways to solve the equations that describe the blocks, and there is no way to ascertain these details since Aspen Technology does not provide them.
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SOFTWARE & HARDWARE :
The Aspen Plus software, like most other software, is being developed on a continuous basis and new versions are released frequently. This online course covers Aspen Plus version 11, which is the most recent version at the moment we recorded this video. Please keep in mind that this online course covers the fundamental features of Aspen Plus which do not change from version to version. The course covers the use of Aspen Plus on computers that use the Windows operating system. We assume that Aspen Plus is installed on your computer and that you have basic knowledge of operating the computer. If you are new to Aspen Plus and have little or no experience in chemical engineering simulation, then you have come to the right place.