Overview
Prepared specifically for the PE Exam used in all 50 states. 146 Example problems with detailed step-by-step solutions. Covers ALL topics on the Exam. Easy-to-use Tables, Charts, and Formulas. Ideal Desk Companion to Perry's Chemical Engineer's Handbook. Complete References and Index. 17 Chapters:Units, Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, Evaporation, Distillation, Absorption, Leaching, Liq-Liq Extraction, Psychrometry and Humidification, Drying, Filtration, Thermodynamics, Chemical Kinetics, Process Control, Engineering Economy, Plant Safety, and Biochemical Engineering.
The introductory chapter reviews the test specifications and the author's recommendation on the best strategy for passing the exam. The first chapter reviews English and SI units and conversions. A complete conversion table is given. The next chapter review fundamentals of fluid mechanics, hydraulics and typical pump and piping problems. Chapter 3 covers heat transfer, conduction, transfer coefficients and heat transfer equipment. Chapter 4 covers evaporation principles, calculations and example problems. Distillation is thoroughly covered in chapter 5. The subsequent chapters cover absorption, leaching, liquid-liquid extraction, and the rest of the exam topics. Each of the topics is reviewed followed by examples of examination type problems. This is the ideal study guide. This book brings all elements of professional problem solving together in one BIG BOOK. An ideal desk reference. Answers hundreds of the most frequently asked questions. The first really practical, no-nonsense review for the tough PE exam. Full Step-by-Step solutions included.