Swayam Free Courses & Certifications

The Neural Science for Engineers Certification consists of a 12-week online course. NIMHANS develops and approves the course syllabus, even if Swayam is appointed to teach the course. The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences and NPTEL are the organisations authorized to issue this course certificate.

Neural Science for Engineers training is offered as a bioengineering elective program.  Vikas. V is the instructor for this certification program.

This course is about the study of the application of neuroscientific and engineering approaches to understand, repair, replace, enhance, or exploit the properties of neural systems, as well as to design solutions to problems associated with neurological limitations and dysfunction.

It discusses the nervous system's development, structure, and function.

The module is intended to help students understand how the nervous system works without requiring a thorough understanding of biological science.

The Biochemistry certification course is designed in a manner that will engage students with elementary education about the field and later it will bring them to the main scope of the course. This curriculum is an initial study that focuses on fundamental principles of biochemistry. The Biochemistry - IITKGP certification reflects on the understanding of the biological biomolecules: carbohydrates, sugars, nucleic acids. 

In addition to the principles of enzyme chemistry, the arrangement and functional functions of the macromolecules will be studied: kinetic models, pathways, resistance, structure, and process. The course will also discuss the fundamentals of membrane transportation and bioenergy concepts. After the end of the Biochemistry training, students are expected to grasp the chemical composition and the three-dimensional arrangement of these biomolecules in relation to their biological role. 

The course will take the modules of the whole curriculum one by one that will be engaged with the equally practical and theoretical studies for the program. The entire course will make the students more and more engaged with learning biochemistry with different assessments. 

Spread across 12 weeks, the Essential of Biomolecules: Nucleic Acids and Peptides online course is a study based on organic chemistry. It studies the structures and features of nucleic acids such as DNA, RNA, and other biomolecules. Book references, learning modules, and video lectures will be the mode of delivering content. 

Aimed at a postgraduate level of study, the Essential of Biomolecules certification syllabus focuses on the functions of proteins such as synthesis action and replication. It also studies modern modification techniques of biological properties. As a prerequisite, students need to understand the basics of organic chemistry. 

Assistant Professor Lal Mohan Kundu mentors the Essential of Biomolecules training by Swayam developed in conjunction with IIT Guwahati. Candidates can choose to verify their learning with a certificate by appearing for an optional end-term exam. For that, students need to pay an exam fee for the proctored examination.

It is important for students from the disciplines of chemistry, molecular biology, biochemistry, and the like to have the knowledge and skills in working with biomolecules in the laboratory. You can learn experimental biochemistry by joining Experimental Biochemistry, the online course offered by  IIT Kharagpur. The online courses offered by Swayam can be taken by undergraduate students who hail from the background of chemistry, biotechnology, and biochemistry. 

The Experimental Biochemistry Certification Course, provided by Swayam, is a free online programme that helps students to get familiar with biochemistry laboratories. Although experimental biochemistry NPTEL is free to join, the learners will have to pay the fee and sit for the exam to get a hold of the certificate of completion. The Experimental Biochemistry online course is a 12 weeks online programme that is taught jointly by Prof. Swagata Dasgupta and  Prof. Soumya De who are faculty members of IIT Kharagpur. 

Under the Indian University Grant Commission's Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), the Biodiversity and Ecological Resources online course would count as a 4 credit course in B.Sc. Environmental Science. The program will benefit undergraduate students, such as science, arts, commerce, and other biological sciences. The environmental science course provides an overview of basic ecological and environmental services.

The Biodiversity and Ecological Resources training also covers the management and protection of natural resources, as well as their usage and overexploitation. The decrease of Earth's biological variety has considerably more profound ramifications than other environmental concerns. The in-situ and ex-situ techniques for biodiversity conservation on earth are the major conservative instruments for biodiversity conservation on earth and will be developed throughout the course. 

Energy is essential, either indirectly or directly, in the growth, evolution and survival of all forms of life. As a result, energy security is essential for economic growth and the reduction of unemployment and poverty. The Biodiversity and Ecological Resources syllabus provides in-depth knowledge of the idea and techniques of environmental sustainability for the management of all biodiversity, including the carbon sequestration and ecological footprint for sustainable growth.

Do you want to know about the fundamental aspects of biology? Then, Basics of Biology is an excellent course you can enrol in. The course is an online free certification with a duration of 12 weeks. Basics of Biology Certification Course, offered by Swayam, is an undergraduate-level course that will provide the learners with a thorough understanding of basic knowledge about biology. Further, it will explore human physiology and mechanisms of different kinds of diseases. 

So far, 5594 students have enrolled in the Basics of Biology Certification that is administered by IIT Guwahati. The online programme on  biology is led by By Prof. Vishal Trivedi who is a professor of Bioscience and Bioengineering at IIT Guwahati. The course is open for admission to the learners free of cost; but, if they need certification, they will have to appear for the exam after paying the exam fee. 

The Industrial Biotechnology certification course by Swayam uniquely blends engineering and science with various biotechnological processes to result in products in chemicals, bioenergy, and food. This programme aims to provide intuition to exploit microbes and enzymes for manufacturing products with industrial significance. Concepts like sterilization of air, reactor, media, instrumentation, stream processing, types of bioreactors, and their design are discussed. Working in industries like brewing industries is also described through video tutorials.

Practical applications of biotechnology in areas like cheese making, production of corn syrup, alcohol production, Winemaking, vinegar and citric acid synthesis, vaccine production, and single-cell production are taught in-depth. Several modern solutions like the usage of biofuels to prevent pollution and cleaning up wastewater through aerobic and anaerobic processes are also discussed. 

This Industrial Biotechnology training allows the students to gain practical knowledge rather than theoretical knowledge. Participants from various disciplines like chemical engineering, food technology, biotechnology, pharmacy, and environmental engineering can be highly benefited from this course.

In the Interactomics: Basics & Applications certification course, various technological platforms such as - label-free biosensors, protein microarrays and next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology will be elaborately discussed and their applications will also be provided to the applicants. In the Interactomics: Basics & Applications training all the students and participants will gain professional exposure to all the above mentioned technologies.

The experts will be guiding the students over the course of twelve weeks. The course will help the applicants to build both academic knowledge and a deep industry perspective. The online certification course would be providing the biology applicants with an intensive lecture series, which will also be followed by demonstrations designed to provide the applicants with the training required to unveil the endless possibilities and applications in interactomics research using the features of genomics and proteomics approach. The online Interactomics: Basics & Applications certification by Swayam will thus help the applicants to develop a deep level understanding of interactomics.

The primary objective of the course on Business analytics and data mining Modeling using R by Swayam is to help the student understand the basics of data mining techniques. So, that they can use the knowledge further in growing their business and achieve all the organizational goals. The students will be taught the use of R as er statistical computing CSS - MOOCs Proposed software in the twelve-week online course schedule. 

The registered candidates will be learning to compare the various models on the basis of real data sets and also frame policies accordingly. With basic knowledge of statistics, all the students can apply for the programme. The course has been structured as an elective and the Business analytics and data mining Modeling using R certification syllabus contains a detailed module for providing the students with a comprehensive and detailed study guide.

The Business Analytics For Management Decision certification is offered by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. The course tries to cover the broad topic of business analytics, management, and its decision-making. Candidates have the option of enrolling in the Business Analytics For Management Decision program for free as well as by paying the quoted amount mentioned on the website. If the candidates pay the fees and register themselves for the proctored exam, then only they will be eligible to get the certification for the course. The certificate contains the name and photo of the candidate, marks secured in the final exam, and the logo of the IIT, Kharagpur as well as NPTEL. 

The Business Analytics For Management Decision training is mainly designed for management graduates, however, people from a similar academic background can enroll in the course too. The curriculum of the course needs 12 weeks to be completed by the mentor. Students are expected to keep up with the mentor’s pace. However, they can take as much time as needed for the course to complete as it is a self-paced course. This is an intermediate-level business analytics course. Candidates pursuing undergraduate as well as postgraduate courses in the same field can apply for this Business Analytics For Management Decision certification course.

The Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics programme by Swayam covers the basics of classical thermodynamics. The first part of the course will emphasise building a strong foundation in the subject, and the second part will focus mainly on the applications of thermodynamics in chemical engineering problems related to phase equilibria. 

Moreover, Swayam’s Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics course is an undergraduate-level course, intended for students and faculty of engineering thermodynamics. It is a core course that takes around 12 weeks to be completed and instructed by Prof. Jayant K. Singh, a top instructor from IIT Kanpur. 

The online course also has industry support from all chemical engineering-based industries, namely Indian Oil, ONGC, Unilever, UOP, Bechtel, and EIL. The Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics programme is a 100% online course, with plenty of video tutorials, online lectures, readings, and practice tests for comprehensive learning. Besides, all the course materials are accessible for free. 

Safety will become all the more critical as chemical process technology becomes more complex. The Chemical Process Safety course covers the economic and legislative aspects of mitigating problems in a chemical process. The principal aim of this course is to provide the candidates with a brief insight into the various aspects of chemical process safety. 

The 12 weeks long course in Chemical Process Safety by Swayam covers topics such as Fire and Explosion, Risk Assessment, Reliability Engineering, QRA and LOPA, etc. The course will be taught by Prof. Shishir Sinha, who is a professor and HOD in the Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Roorkee.

You can audit this course for free. However, if you wish to obtain the certificate in the Chemical Process Safety programme, you will have to pay the certification exam fee. Besides, this 12-week-long course is beneficial and applicable to all process industries. Professionals such as decision-makers and managers can also enroll for this course. 

The Chemical Reaction Engineering-I course focuses on providing students with the theoretical as well as the analytical background to the subject of chemical kinetics and reactor design. The course curriculum includes topics such as Ideal Reactor Design, Temperature and Pressure Effects, Reactor modelling with RTD, and more.

The undergraduate-level, core Swayam Chemical Reaction Engineering-I course includes the application of concepts such as stoichiometry, equilibrium, and reaction rate to the analysis of biological, and chemical reacting systems. The course will be taught by Prof Bishnupada Mandal who is a professor and HOD of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati.

To be certified for the Chemical Reaction Engineering-I online training programme, you will have to register for the certification exam separately. A minimum score of 30/75 and an average assignment score of 10/25 will make you eligible for the certification. On being certified, you can apply for opportunities in almost all types of chemical industries, including ONGC, OIL, etc.

This course, which has been offered under NPTEL is funded by MoHRD, taught by IIT Madras. It focuses on the basics of fluid and particle mechanics. The course consists of topics in chemical engineering. This course will introduce the concepts of fluid and particle mechanics and also demonstrate their applications. Students will be taught to apply these concepts in various engineering problems. 

This course is imparted by Prof. Basavaraju, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras, and Prof. Sumesh, Assistant Professor, IIT Madras. This course will teach you topics such as Navier Stokes equations, Poiseuille flow, viscosity, fluid statics, Bernoulli’s equation, cylindrical coordinate system, etc. You will also learn kinetic energy correction factor and momentum, pressure drop, boundary layer, scaling parameters, and non-dimensional analysis.

Concepts of fluid and particle mechanics are used in many places in industries as well as laboratories, etc. It is important for you to take the subject seriously if you want to pursue Chemical Engineering. This course gives you an introductory base to learning and being able to apply the principles required when solving engineering problems. 

Swayam is an initiative taken by the government to help participants gain proper knowledge and skills on various topics. Mechanical unit operation course is to help candidates gain understanding about the aspects of engineering. Unit operation is a major part of chemical engineering which is the start for other processes.

With online classes and doubt clearing sessions, learners can easily learn a lot with no problems being unresolved. This course also leads to self-development and expands skills by providing various kinds of insights.

Candidates can use various reference books such as W.L. McCabe, J. Smith, P. Harriot, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 7th Edition, McGraw Hill, 2005, E. Ortega-Rivas, Unit Operations of Particulate Solids: Theory and Practice, CRC Press, FL, 2012 to understand better.

Swayam also provides an optional certificate to the candidates which comes with the logos of NPTEL and IIT Guwahati which proves their knowledge on a certain topic. Topics such as filtration and size reduction will be briefed in the course as well.

The Advanced Thermodynamics online program is developed by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati. The course aims to impart high-quality knowledge on advanced concepts in Thermodynamics such as fugacity of solids and liquids, intermolecular forces between nonpolar and polar molecules, virial coefficients, Raoult’s law, Gibbs energy, thermodynamic consistency, NRTL equation, phase behavior of solid solutions, etc.

There are many cases of liquid-liquid, solid-liquid, vapor-liquid, and vapor-liquid-liquid equilibria in chemical engineering procedures. Assumptions of binary systems and ideal behavior are used to approach these cases; however, multi-component mixtures and non-ideality prevail in actuality. So, the Advanced Thermodynamics online course provides a step-wise understanding of the thermodynamics characteristics to deal with such equilibrium cases.

This 12-weeks-long online program is designed to help you learn the methods of solving problems connected to non-ideality in LLE, SLE, VLE, and VLLE for multi-component mixtures.

The Advanced Thermodynamics and Molecular Simulations course by SWAYAM is a 12-week-long online program designed to teach postgraduate-level advanced thermodynamics concepts. It is a two-part program developed by the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee which follows a Physics-based treatment of thermodynamics. Additionally, students will learn about molecular simulation techniques in great detail.

The Advanced Thermodynamics and Molecular Simulations online course aim to develop a statistical mechanics framework of thermodynamics concepts learned at the undergraduate level. Learners will gain a molecular-level understanding of the thermodynamics principles. The program will also teach some advanced free energy calculation techniques. 

Simulations methods such as molecular dynamics simulation and Monte Carlo simulation methods, which are used to find the equation of the states will be discussed thoroughly. The course is relevant in the context of FMCG, Oil, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical industries.

The main aim of the Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering certification program is to introduce the participants to the subject of chemical engineering. The online course will provide all the basic knowledge in the Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering online course. 

The program has been specially formulated for the students who have graduated from the domain of chemical engineering. Over the period of twelve weeks, the Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering certification syllabus in detail will be covering the topics namely- dimensional homogeneity, modes of chemical processes, pressure and temperature, flow rate and its measurements, rate of mass transfer, general material balance equation and other topics related to the core concept of chemical engineering.  

The Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering by Swayam has been structured as the core for all the applicants. After completing the course the students will have their skills increased in the field of phase equilibrium.

The Computational Fluid Dynamics Training course manages the mathematical arrangement of conditions overseeing liquid streams and would hold any importance with specialists and researchers—both trying and expert. The course manages the essential procedures that empower the mathematical arrangement of conditions, for example, stream-related highlights and wonders identified with the liquid stream. 

In this course the candidate will understand and know about the advanced methods of solution of linear algebraic equations, fundamental methods that empower the mathematical arrangement of these conditions, calculation of fully developed flow in a triangular duct, equations for incompressible flow and boundary conditions, and many more by the end of  Computational Fluid Dynamics Certification Syllabus.

The instructor in the course is professor Sreenivas Jayanti, a faculty of IIT Madras. This is a self-paced course for the duration of 12 weeks. The course will provide the candidates with in-depth knowledge about fluid dynamics. The Computational Fluid Dynamics Certification Fees are free of cost where candidates can access the course materials for free all throughout the course duration.

The structure of the Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery certification course is designed with an overview to make the learning of each module easier and more understandable. The Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery certification complete course is based on the simplified learning of the respective field. They would provide information into the fundamentals of biomass, the evolutionary approach methods, and the various types of goods that can be obtained following successful processing. 

During the first few tutorials on biomass forms, their structure, and composition, accompanied by information on different pre-treatment technologies currently adapted to the development of cellulose, were covered. Subsequently, the basic technology for conversion, along with the design of reactors for physical, chemical, kinetic, and bacterial conversion techniques, were discussed in detail. The next part of the Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery training deals with different items, such as biofuels, chemical platforms, polymers, etc. Finally, integrated bio-refinery principles, biorefinery forms along with LCA and TEA have been included.

The course is divided between different smaller modules with respect to the whole curriculum. The curriculum will allow students to learn the skills required to design the necessary biomass-based adsorption technique as needed. 

The Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics online course imparts knowledge to all the learners related to topics such as evaluation of laws of thermodynamics, its application, and chemical and physical process of chemistry, etc. This course provides information on the basic and key concepts of thermodynamics that would help the participants achieve their academic as well as professional goals. The candidates will learn about the numerous kinds of thermodynamics, reaction equilibria, and properties of thermodynamics. 

Candidates get to collect the certification for the Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics certification at the end of the course by giving an exam and securing the minimum grades applicable to pass the exam. The certification course takes up to 12 weeks of time to get completed. Students can learn from the Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics training at their own wish and pace as it is a self-paced course.

The Chemical Process Instrumentation by Swayam enables candidates to understand the key dynamics and basics of chemical process instrumentation. The programme gives a comprehensive understanding of principles and practices of measurement of important chemical process variables namely, concentration, flow, level, pressure, temperature, etc. The programme is best suited for candidates who have completed their undergraduate in the discipline of allied engineering, instrumentation and chemical. This course is available for Chemical engineers, Instrumentation engineers, and Chemical technology engineers. 

The Chemical Process Instrumentation Course by Swayam, may be of general interest to many chemical process industries like- Tata Chemicals etc., Haldia petrochemicals ltd., Indian oil corporation ltd. The e-certification is available after passing a proctored exam with the candidates’ name, photograph and the score in the final exam with the breakup and it will be e-verifiable on nptel.ac.in/noc. This course will be taught or instructed by Prof. Debasis Sarkar (IIT Kharagpur). The enrollment of this programme is fully free of costs and the course materials are easily accessible to learn. The e-certification will be provided after passing a paid proctored examination. The individuals must be of undergraduate level. This course falls under the category of Chemical engineering.

The Chemical Reaction Engineering II by Swayam is an industry-based engineering course. In this course, an understanding of the multiphase reactors will be given. Different concepts in chemical engineering will be taught. The reasons behind the productivity of products, their importance, and identification will be discussed. This is a second-level course which is a follow-up of the first level chemical reaction engineering course.

This course is available online only the final exam will be held in the specifically designated centers. The course content doesn’t require any payment. The course is specifically for individuals with an engineering background. It is verified by NPTEL and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. This course will be instructed by the one-course instructor and two assistants.

The Chemical Reaction Engineering II certification will be provided in the e-certification mode. The certification has accreditation's of NPTEL and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. The certification is easily shareable on platforms such as Linkedin. This certification will have professionals in their careers and students on their academic journey.

The course on Fluid Flow Operations by Swayam is formulated as a MOOCS programme for junior engineers or students who are currently studying- mechanical, chemical, or civil engineering. In the online certification programme, efforts will be made by the course instructors  to introduce the registered students or engineers to the concept of- fluid mechanics. Explanations and video lectures by the instructors will make the syllabus for the students  to understand easily. 

The programme also includes comparing the theories with actual phenomena and recent information. The following key principles will be included in the course-  circulation, steady flow and unsteady flow, Reynolds number, streamline and stream tube, rotation and spinning of a liquid, three-dimensional, two-dimensional and one-dimensional flow and others will be covered by the candidates over the period of twelve weeks. During the Fluid Flow Operations programme, special emphasis will be given on real multiphase flow phenomena with specific applications.

The Fundamental Of Fluid Mechanics For Chemical And Biomedical Engineers certification is a free online course which gives full control to the students to access the course from anywhere at any time. The course gives information related to fluid mechanics for chemical and biomedical engineers. The programme includes topics like fluid properties, macroscopic balances, differential analysis, types of flows, etc. The Fundamental Of Fluid Mechanics For Chemical And Biomedical Engineers training offers the facility of verified certification when the student completes the whole programme along with all the assessments, tests, and quizzes. The certificate can be achieved by going through the process of registering oneself for the exam, paying an exam fee, and lastly by giving the offline exam.

The course requires no minimum time to be devoted to the course. Although the Fundamental Of Fluid Mechanics For Chemical And Biomedical Engineers certification syllabus takes 12 weeks or 3 months to get completed while students can take more time than the mentioned period as it is a self-paced course. The course is provided by Swayam which is a government initiated platform. The course is in association with the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati.

The Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis course by SWAYAM is an elective course in Chemical Engineering. This AICTE approved programme explores the risks involved in an environment’s health through assessments. Its learning is backed with industrial support from Environmental Consulting. The curriculum integrates online lectures, learning modules, written assignments, and book references.

The course spreads across 12 weeks of training. The Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis certification syllabus opens learning to toxicology, sediments, atmospheric dispersion models, equilibrium, quality assurance, and quality controls. Students need to have a preliminary understanding of mathematics, chemistry, environmental engineering, physics, and chemical engineering before commencing the course. This training is set at an undergraduate/postgraduate level of study.

Developed by IIT Madras, Dr Ravi Krishna R-Associate Professor from the institute mentors the students of the Environmental Quality Monitoring & Analysis online course. Candidates can opt for a verified certificate. For this, students need to appear for a proctored exam after paying the necessary exam fee.

Mass Transfer Operations – I programme comes under the category of chemical engineering. The training also falls broadly under the domain of energy and environment. As such, the course covers a wide range of Mass Transfer Operations topics from a chemistry standpoint via online sessions.

The Mass Transfer Operations – I certification by Swayam boasts of a robust curriculum designed especially for UG students studying chemical engineering or allied disciplines. In 12 weeks, this course covers all the primary concepts of Mass Transfer Operations, from basic to intermediate level.

And once you become theoretically sound, the Mass Transfer Operations – I course tackles interphase and diffusion concepts to analyse the various Mass Transfer Operations, including distillation and absorption. This practice enables you to solve complex problems of Mass Transfer Operations quickly.

Moreover, you will have a list of books and references to augment your course learnings. You can also register for the certification exam and obtain the Mass Transfer Operations certificate post-course completion.

Membrane Technology by Swayam is a course that will cater to a wide range of candidates. The course is at the introductory level of membrane technology. The course will firstly describe the basic concepts and varieties of the membrane and its properties. The course will give an in-depth study of the various properties of membranes. It will also cover the applications of membrane technology. The industrial usage of membrane technology will also be thoroughly studied.

This course is available online on the Swayam platform. The course is structured in lecture series. The course is offered by NPTEL and is e-verifiable on its website. The course offers accreditations from the Indian Institution of Technology, Guwahati. It is coordinated by AICTE and is supported by the government of India. The course uses practical methods which will help working professionals and students applying for jobs.

The Membrane Technology certification is offered by NPTEL. It will have logos of the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, and NPTEL. The final score and the candidate’s photo will also be on the certificate. The certification is shareable on Linkedin. Working professionals can gain professional benefits and students will gain academic recognition.

The Model Predictive Control: Theory and Applications certification syllabus will give the candidates an overview of MPC. It covers both theories as well as all the practical applications. For some of the modules, the course also offers MATLAB hand-based learning. The candidates will be able to understand and solve all the advanced control problems.

The aspirants will become aware of the practical and industrial relevance. The course focuses on the multiple aspects of the implementation of MPC. The course extensively covers all the system models so that the candidates have smooth and better learning. 

The Model Predictive Control: Theory and Applications online course also offers the participants certification for their remarkable journey of learning. The experts also provide experience on the tools so that the candidates are able to easily implement the learning whenever they are exposed to the industry. The state estimation has been broadly explained so that the candidates do not face any problem understanding the same.

The Optimization in Chemical Engineering certification course is optimally designed towards learning the aspects and fundamentals that are included in the procedure of the field chemical engineering. The course provides a brief overview of the industry with its subcomponents and focuses on how much each component is essential to complete the one process employed in the respective field. 

The purpose of this Optimization in Chemical Engineering training is to expose engineering students to automation techniques, with a focus on problems that occur in applications of chemical engineering. Both linear and nonlinear programming problems are included in the course. The fundamental principles of optimization and how to achieve a statistical description of the optimization problem are discussed in the first part of the course. 

The second section of the course discusses various methods for solving certain problems that can be used to eventually solve them. Finally, it also addresses a collection of software methods to solve optimization problems. Upon satisfactory completion of this Optimization in Chemical Engineering certification, the student will be able to understand the core scientific concepts of optimization, articulate the problem of optimization, and choose the best method/solver for solving the problem of optimization.