Advanced Transport Phenomena from edX

How can you reduce the energy loss of your home? What is the underlying science of energy loss in pipes? Which heat and mass transfer problems do we have to tackle to make consumer products?

In this engineering course, you will learn about the engineering principles that play an important role in all of these and more phenomena. You will learn about microbalances, radiation, convection, diffusion and more and their applications in everyday life.

This advanced course is for engineers who want to refresh their knowledge, engineering students who are eager to learn more about heat/mass transport and for all who have fun in explaining the science of phenomena in nature.

What you'll learn

Microbalance and an overview of heat conduction and diffusion problems
To calculate the pressure loss over pipe and pipeline systems
The definition of convective transport of heat and mass transfer and how you can apply it
The distribution of components over immiscible phase and the importance of this distribution for many applications
The difference in flow behaviour of water and toothpaste and the reasons of this difference
The definitions of heat radiation, black and grey bodies
How to calculate the heat loss by radiation

What's inside

Learning objectives

Microbalance and an overview of heat conduction and diffusion problems
To calculate the pressure loss over pipe and pipeline systems
The definition of convective transport of heat and mass transfer and how you can apply it
The distribution of components over immiscible phase and the importance of this distribution for many applications

The difference in flow behaviour of water and toothpaste and the reasons of this difference
The definitions of heat radiation, black and grey bodies
How to calculate the heat loss by radiation

Microbalance and an overview of heat conduction and diffusion problems
To calculate the pressure loss over pipe and pipeline systems
The definition of convective transport of heat and mass transfer and how you can apply it
The distribution of components over immiscible phase and the importance of this distribution for many applications
The difference in flow behaviour of water and toothpaste and the reasons of this difference
The definitions of heat radiation, black and grey bodies
How to calculate the heat loss by radiation

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines the engineering principles behind energy loss, heat and mass transfer, and their applications

Provides a comprehensive study of heat and mass transfer fundamentals

Taught by experienced professionals in the field

Instructs on key engineering principles that are relevant to various industries

Develops knowledge and skills that are essential for engineering professionals

Leverages multi-modal instruction, including videos, readings, and discussion

Career center

Learners who complete Advanced Transport Phenomena will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Chemical Engineer

Chemical Engineers design and operate chemical plants and processes. They use their knowledge of chemistry, physics, and mathematics to develop new products and processes, and to improve the efficiency of existing ones. This course will help you build a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing chemical processes. You will also learn about the different types of chemical reactors and how to design and operate them efficiently.

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HVAC Engineer

As an HVAC Engineer, you will design, install, and maintain systems that control the temperature, humidity, and air quality of buildings. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of heat transfer and fluid dynamics, which are essential for designing efficient and effective HVAC systems. You will also learn about the different types of HVAC systems and how to select the best system for a particular application.

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Materials Scientist

Materials Scientists research and develop new materials with improved properties. They use their knowledge of chemistry, physics, and engineering to create materials with specific properties, such as strength, durability, and conductivity. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding how materials behave under different conditions. You will also learn about the different types of materials and how to characterize their properties.

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Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineers design and implement solutions to environmental problems. They use their knowledge of chemistry, biology, and engineering to protect human health and the environment. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and solving environmental problems. You will also learn about the different types of environmental problems and how to develop and implement solutions to them.

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Petroleum Engineer

Petroleum Engineers design and operate systems for extracting oil and gas from the earth. They use their knowledge of geology, engineering, and mathematics to develop and implement efficient and effective methods for extracting hydrocarbons. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing oil and gas extraction systems. You will also learn about the different types of oil and gas extraction systems and how to design and operate them efficiently.

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Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical Engineers design and develop medical devices and systems. They use their knowledge of biology, engineering, and medicine to create devices that improve human health. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for designing and developing effective medical devices. You will also learn about the different types of medical devices and how to design and operate them safely and effectively.

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Civil Engineer

Civil Engineers design and build infrastructure, such as bridges, roads, and buildings. They use their knowledge of physics, engineering, and mathematics to create structures that are safe, durable, and efficient. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing infrastructure. You will also learn about the different types of infrastructure and how to design and build them safely and efficiently.

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Nuclear Engineer

Nuclear Engineers design and operate nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities. They use their knowledge of physics, engineering, and mathematics to develop and implement safe and efficient nuclear technologies. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities. You will also learn about the different types of nuclear technologies and how to design and operate them safely and efficiently.

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Aerospace Engineer

Aerospace Engineers design and build aircraft, spacecraft, and other aerospace vehicles. They use their knowledge of physics, engineering, and mathematics to create vehicles that can fly, space, and explore other planets. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for designing and building efficient and effective aerospace vehicles. You will also learn about the different types of aerospace vehicles and how to design and operate them safely and effectively.

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Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineers design and build electrical systems and devices. They use their knowledge of physics, engineering, and mathematics to create devices that generate, transmit, and use electricity. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing electrical systems and devices. You will also learn about the different types of electrical systems and devices and how to design and operate them safely and efficiently.

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Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineers design and improve production systems and processes. They use their knowledge of engineering, mathematics, and business to create systems that are efficient, effective, and profitable. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing production systems and processes. You will also learn about the different types of production systems and processes and how to design and operate them efficiently and effectively.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineers design and build the machines and systems used to manufacture products. They use their knowledge of engineering, mathematics, and manufacturing processes to create machines and systems that are efficient, effective, and safe. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing manufacturing machines and systems. You will also learn about the different types of manufacturing machines and systems and how to design and operate them safely and efficiently.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design and build complex systems, such as computer systems, communication systems, and transportation systems. They use their knowledge of engineering, mathematics, and computer science to create systems that are efficient, effective, and reliable. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing complex systems. You will also learn about the different types of complex systems and how to design and operate them safely and efficiently.

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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineers design and build machines and systems. They use their knowledge of physics, mathematics, and engineering to create devices that solve real-world problems. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for designing and building efficient and effective machines and systems. You will also learn about the different types of mechanical systems and how to design and operate them efficiently.

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Mining Engineer

Mining Engineers design and build the mines and systems used to extract minerals from the earth. They use their knowledge of geology, engineering, and mathematics to create mines and systems that are safe, efficient, and profitable. This course will help you understand the fundamental principles of transport phenomena, which are essential for understanding and designing mines and systems. You will also learn about the different types of mines and systems and how to design and operate them safely and efficiently.

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