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Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers

An Introduction to Core Concepts, Processes & Applications

Why Choose Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers Training Course?

This Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers training course is designed to provide non-specialists with a robust and practical understanding of the core concepts, technologies, and operations essential to the chemical and process industries. As industries evolve and become increasingly interdisciplinary, it is crucial for professionals working alongside chemical engineers—especially in oil, gas, petrochemical, and process sectors—to grasp the fundamentals of chemical engineering processes and their integration with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.

Through this Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers training course, participants will gain valuable insights into fluid flow, heat transfer, separation techniques, and chemical reactions, with special emphasis on safety, cost considerations, and operational optimization. By bridging the knowledge gap between engineering domains, this course enables professionals to enhance their decision-making, communication, and problem-solving capabilities in cross-functional environments.

This training course will feature:

  • A practical overview of core chemical engineering principles and applications
  • Key process operations used in oil, gas, and petrochemical industries
  • Insights into heat transfer, fluid flow, separation processes, and reaction engineering
  • The impact of chemical processes on safety, risk, and design optimization
  • Economic and cost aspects of process design and equipment selection

What are the Goals?

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

  • Understand fundamental principles used in processes and facilities
  • Apply practical understanding of hydraulics and fluid flow
  • Apply learning from historical safety incidents
  • Perform relevant calculations & analyses to assist in operation, sizing & troubleshooting
  • Develop perspective & focus from a company viewpoint of interaction of different engineering disciplines

Who is this Training Course for?

This Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers training course is ideal for professionals working in process-related industries who do not hold a formal chemical engineering background. It will benefit:

  • Mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation engineers
  • Maintenance and operations personnel
  • Safety, reliability, and risk engineers
  • Project and cost engineers
  • Technical managers and supervisors
  • Professionals supporting engineering teams or project execution

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes formal lectures and discussions, active participation through the use of problem-solving exercises, videos, group discussions, analysis of real-life case studies and industry best practices. Case studies and examples will cover a range of levels, making the course also suitable non-technical staff.

The Course Content

  • Mass and energy balances
  • Reactor types
  • Process & Engineering Diagrams
  • Flammability
  • Electrical area classification
  • Safety, Risk Management and Hazard Studies
  • Pressure and head & Bernoulli's theorem
  • Flow of liquids, Reynolds number and pressure drop in pipes
  • Two-phase and multi-phase flow
  • Enthalpy and thermodynamics
  • Principle of process relief devices and process design of relief systems
  • Mechanical Equipment – Pumps, Compressors & Mixers
  • Heat Transfer Mechanisms 
  • Heat transfer coefficients and calculation
  • Heat exchangers, type and sizing  
  • Catalysis and Reaction Engineering
  • Chemical reactions & kinetics
  • Green Chemistry & Engineering and Sustainability
  • Phase behaviour and vapour/liquid equilibria
  • Gas/Liquid separation
  • Distillation equipment - Columns and vessels 
  • Troubleshooting of process equipment
  • Overview of Other Separation Processes 
  • Effluent treatment in refinery and petrochemical industries
  • Classification of control systems
  • Measured variables
  • Simple feedback control
  • Preliminary economic analysis
  • Fixed and variable costs, break even analysis
  • Estimating the cost of process equipment and plants

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
In Partnership With
Anderson
Copex
Coventry
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Available Sessions

Register for Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers on 10-14 Nov 2025 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 10-14 Nov 2025
Fee: US $5,950
Register for Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers on 26-30 Jan 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 26-30 Jan 2026
Fee: US $5,950
Register for Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers on 15-19 Jun 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 15-19 Jun 2026
Fee: US $5,950
Register for Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers on 09-13 Nov 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 09-13 Nov 2026
Fee: US $5,950

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we offer tailored corporate training solutions to meet your organization’s specific needs. Please contact us at info@aztechtraining.com or call +971 4 427 5400 for more information.

Our training programs are hosted at luxurious five-star hotels in prestigious destinations across the globe. Some of our popular locations include Dubai, London, Kuala Lumpur, Amsterdam, New York, Paris, Vienna, and many other iconic cities.

The training fees include full access to the training venue, along with comprehensive training materials to enhance your learning experience. Additionally, participants will be provided with writing supplies and stationery. To ensure comfort and convenience, the fee also covers lunch and refreshing coffee breaks throughout the duration of the course.

Once your registration is successfully completed, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. This email will contain your registration details, invoice, and the necessary joining instructions for the course.

There are several convenient ways to register for our training programs:

  • Online: Explore our training calendar, choose the course that suits your needs, and click the “Register Now” button on the course details page.
  • Email: Share your details, including your name, organization, email address, and selected course, by sending an email to  info@aztechtraining.com
  • Phone: Reach out to us directly at +971 4 427 5400 or +971 4 427 5407, and our team will guide you through the registration process.
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