Process Optimization and Modeling Course

Abstract

This manuscript presents a course on optimization and process modeling, designed for second-year Master's students in Pharmaceutical Process Engineering. It follows the official program of the Process Optimization and Modeling module and aims to provide students with a structured and practical approach to these fundamental concepts. The course is divided into two main chapters, each of which contains different examples involving reflection or simple calculations based on bibliographical data.. The first chapter focuses on process modeling and simulation, introducing commonly used models in process engineering and demonstrating their implementation using Excel and MATLAB. The second chapter is dedicated to process optimization, presenting various techniques and methodologies for solving optimization problems, both with and without constraints. This course material has been developed based on extensive teaching experience and a thorough study of academic and technical resources, some of which are not explicitly cited in the bibliography. It is designed to offer a clear and comprehensive understanding of process modeling and optimization, providing students with both theoretical foundations and practical applications. We hope that this manuscript will serve as a valuable learning resource, offering a concise yet effective alternative to traditional textbooks. May it assist students in mastering these essential concepts and applying them successfully in their academic and professional careers.