Getting Ready

Pre-requisites

• CHEN2000 (v.0) Mass and Energy Balances or any previous version
• CHEN2001 (v.0) Thermodynamics or any previous version
• COMP1005 (v.0) Fundamentals of Programming or any previous version

Python and Jupyter notebook

We will extensively use python (and Jupyter notebooks) for computationally demanding tasks (such as solving ordinary differential equations). Course specific instructions will be provided as we go along. There are several options for using Jupyter notebooks. Here are a few pointers for using Jupyter notebooks.

• Python Programming And Numerical Methods: A Guide For Engineers And Scientists

• Jupyter Notebook Tutorial for Beginners with Python

• Jupyter Notebook Complete Beginner Guide - From Jupyter to Jupyterlab, Google Colab and Kaggle!

• Get started with Jupyter Notebooks in less than 4 minutes

• Jupyter Notebooks in VS Code Walkthrough

Excel

We will also use excel for calculations and data analysis. Here is a good introductory series on using Excel for engineering applications.

Excel Training for Engineers.

:## Attendance and participation

It is crucial to complete the required pre-class activities for each session before watching the lecture.

Your active participation and preparedness are key to your success in this course. This means reading the assigned material and watching the videos before class. Doing so will help you engage in discussions and collaborate effectively with your peers.

Attendance and participation are essential. All activities are designed for in-person sessions, and some lectures, workshops, or lab activities will not be recorded. If you expect to miss a session, you must request an extension and complete the lab work independently.

That said, I am here to support you. If you are facing any challenges that may affect your participation—whether attending a session, sitting for a test, or completing a project—please inform me as soon as possible, and I will do my best to accommodate your needs.