Symbolic mathematics engines courses

It should also be noted that each example problem was stated in prose and required transformation to mathematical symbolism. This transformation or problem setup is an important step and is usually where most students are left behind. However, in this book, whenever the demonstration involves physical phenomena such as those encountered in chemical engineering, the formats of Examples 2.1 and 2.2 will be followed. As an aid to this step, it is suggested that the student invest some time in reviewing the laws of conservation of mass and energy, as well as the unit operations principles discussed in undergraduate chemical engineering courses. 

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