ChE 600 Compiled Reviewers

2nd Term AY 2018-19

Reviewer 2A: Theory

Chemical Process Industries

Process Control and Dynamics
Equipment Design

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES (CPI)

1. It is the type of grade with the highest purity and is universally accepted standard. It is the
type of grade with the highest purity and is universally accepted standard.
A. ACS B. Reagent C. D. Food E. None of these
Pharmacopoeia
2. In food process making, what term was used that relates to softening and breaking of food
ingredients into pieces using a liquid matter?
A. Mincing B. Maceration C. Liquefaction D. Mashing E. None of these
3. In extracting oil from its seeds, what type of method that treats its raw materials with a
solvent, hexane, and extracts its oil through distillation of its miscella.
A. Cold Pressing Mechanical C. Hexane D.Solvent E. None of these
Pressing Treatment Extraction
4. It is a process in which two immiscible (unmixable) liquids are mixed together in a way that
makes them stay mixed.
A. Pasteurization B. C. Maseration D. Canning E. None of the
Emulsification above

References:

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES by Prof. Eriberto S. Rivera (lecture)

Retrieved February 15, 2019, from CHE 423 (Chemical Process Industries) Class Lecture –
Prelim Reviewer prepared by Patricia Daniele S. Lucas

Retrieved February 15, 2019, from CHE 423 (Chemical Process Industries) Class Lecture –
Prelim Reviewer prepared by Patricia Daniele S. Lucas

Retrieved from: Food, Beverage and Fermentation Presentation by Group 11 and 12 of 4ChE-B
 PROCESS CONTROL AND DYNAMICS

1. What is the name of problem where the set point changes but the disturbance variable does
not?
A. Servo Problem B. Disturbance C. Set Point D. Both A &C E. None of
Rejection Tracking these
2. This occurs when the action of the controller or the final control element.

A. Hysteresis B. Chattering C. Saturation D. Offset E. None

of the
above
3. It is the integral of Dirac Function where the Laplace Transform is 1.
A. ramp Function B. Step Function C. Pulse Function D. Impulse E. None of
Function these

References:

ENE 300, Lecture by Prof. Evie Laurito

Energyeducation.ca. (2019). Photochemical smog - Energy Education. Retrieved February 5,

2019, from energyeducation.ca/encyclopedia/Photochemical_smog

Olano S., Reviewer For Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination 2 nd Edition

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. When it comes to the designing of drums, Gas/Liquid separators are usually build _____ ?
A. Horizontal B. Vertical C. Inclined D. Both E. None of
Horizontal and these
Vertical
2. It is a projecting rim or collar that is used to strengthen an object and attach it to another
object.
A. Jackets B. Gasketed Joints C. Flange D. E. None of
Nozzles these

3. It is a type of equipment that provides surge between a condenser and its tower and
downstream equipment.
A. Reflux drum B. Boiler C. Fractionator D. Storage E. None of
vessel these

References:

CHE 511 (EQUIPMENT DESIGN) – Lecture notes Prepared by Prof. Evelyn Laurito Ph.D.

PRESSURE VESSEL DESIGN by Dr. Lola Domnina Pestaño (lecture)

 Retrieved February 15, 2019, from CHE 511 (Equipment Design) Class Lecture –Discussion
prepared by Mrs. Evelyn Laurito

Chemical Process Industries (CPI)

1. These are type of Portland cement that are usually used for general construction. Other type of
this product, contains slight amount of ferric oxide, oil-well cement, quick-settling cement, and
others for special uses.
A. Type I B. Type II C. Type III D. Type IV E. None of the
Choices

2. In the Glass industry, it used to reduce strain. It involves two operations, holding a mass of glass
above a certain critical temperature long enough to reduce internal strain by plastic flow to less
than a predetermined maximum and cooling the mass to room temperature slowly enough to
hold the strain below this maximum.
A. Straining B. Annealing C. Glass Tubing D. Molding E. None of the
Choices

3. The following are an example of isolation as a chemical characterization technique except,

A. Phase B. Thin layer C. High- D. Both B and E. None of
extraction chromatography performance C the Choices
liquid
chromatography

4. It is the higher purity grade and considered to be the only universally accepted standard.
A. Food Grade B. ACS Grade C. Pharmacopoeia D. Laboratory E. None of the
Grade Grade Choices

5. Pyruvic acid is used from glycolysis to produce _______ and carbon dioxide in what type of
fermentation?
A. yeast B. alcohol C. anaerobes D. lactic acid E. None of the
Choices

6. It is a process that is particularly useful in removing large amount of CO 2 in the gas that being
purified and it is developed by the Bureau of Mines.
A. Hot B. Physical C. Girbotol D. Adsorptive E. None of the
potassium solvent process Purification Choices
carbonate process
process

7. Which is the proper manufacturing procedure in a glass industry?

A. Shaping > B. Melting > C. Annealing > D. Melting > E. None of the
Melting > Shaping > Melting > Annealing > Choices
Annealing > Annealing > Shaping > Shaping >
Finishing Finishing Finishing Finishing

8. Which is not a chemical process in the production of coal?

A. Pyrolysis B. Gasification C. Hydrogenation D. Sulfonation E. None of the
Choices

9. In the preliminary processing of vegetable oil, this process is the separation of seed husks from
the oil-bearing material.
A. Decortication B. Cracking C. Winnowing D. Pulping E. None of the
choices

10. This type of commercial glass is made from pure silica which is characterized by low expansion
and high softening point, which impart high thermal resistance.
A. Vitreous B. Alkali C. Lead glass D. Borosilicate E. None of the
Silica silicate glass choices

11. Builders are added in soap to ______________________.

A. act as B. act as fabric C. boost D. act as anti- E. None of the

corrosion brightener cleaning redeposition choices
inhibitor power agent

12. Fats as compared to oils have __________________.

A. much higher B. less C. lower D. more E. None of the
reactivity to unsaturated melting unsaturated choices
oxygen glycerides of point glycerides of
fatty acids fatty acids
 Process Control

1. It is determined by the ultimate response divided by the magnitude of the step input. Denoted as
Kp.
A. Time B. Space time C. Rise time D. Gain E. None of the
constant Choices

2. What is the Laplace transform of e-2t sin 3t?

A. 3/(s2+9) B. s/(s2+4s+13) C. 3/(s2+4s+15) D. 3/(s2+4s+13) E. None of the
Choices

3. It is a response to change that predominantly affects the behavior of a path when it is increasing
rather than decreasing.
A. Chattering B. Proportional C. Saturation D. Backlash E. None of the
Band Choices

4. This type of control measures the disturbance variable, but not the controlled variable. In this
type of control, a corrective action takes place before deviation from the set point occurs.
A. Feedback B. Open loop C. Feedforward D. Closed-loop E. None of
control control the choices

5. For a process control element, it is important to regulate the proper feedback which is done by
_____.
A. measuring B. measuring C. measuring D. measuring P E. None of
error controller setpoint the choices

6. It is the time the process output reaches the first point for the new steady state value
A. Rise time B. Settling time C. Period of D. Overshoot E. None of
Oscillation the choices

Equipment Design

1. Is used to supply feed to equipment or accumulated product. Sometimes located between major
equipment and holdup time is a few minutes.
A. Storage B. Storage C. Process D. Drums E. None of the
Tanks Vessels Vessels Choices

2. This orientation of pressure vessel is used for phase separation

A. Horizontal B. Vertical C. Diagonal D. Any of the E. None of the
choices choices
3. This tool is used for strengthening an object or attaching it with another object.
A. Flange B. Weld C. Nozzle D. Vessel E. None of the
support choices

4. It is a head design which is the most expensive to form and join to shell
A. Torispherical B. Hemispherical C. Ellipsoidal D. Cylindrical E. None of the
Choices

5. What should be the primary consideration in designing a reactor?

A. Volumetric B. Control of C. Shape of the D. Degree of E. None of the
Flowrate Temperature reactor Agitation Choices

6. In an absorption tower, packings are placed inside to _______________.

A. provide a B. strengthen C. fill up void D. reduce E. None of the
bigger mass the tower spaces pressure choices
transfer area drop across
the tower

7. The wall thickness for a large high-pressure pipeline is determined by the consideration of the
Select one:
A. forces B. temperature C. circumferential D. axial tensile E. None of the
exerted by stresses pipe wall stress in the choices
static and tension pipe
dynamic
action at
bends.

8. Type of tubes that is commonly used for conveying fluids.

A. Hollow B. Circular tubes C. Hollow D. Circular E. None of the
rectangular circular Pipes choices
tubes tubes

9. These are driven by power operated roll mounted underneath. It can be supported by rollers or
metal slider pan and delivers materials along horizontal and slightly inclined paths.
A. Bucket B. Belt C. Chain D. Screw E. None of the
Conveyors Conveyors Conveyors Conveyors choices
References:

- LeBlanc, S. E., & Coughanowr, D. R. (2009). Process systems analysis and control. Boston:
McGraw-Hill.
- Seborg, D. E., Edgar, T. F., Mellichamp, D. A., & Doyle, F. J. (2017). Process dynamics and
control. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
- CPI PowerPoint Presentations
- Equipment Design PowerPoint Lectures by Prof. Evelyn Laurito, PhD.
- Shreve, R. N., & Brink, J. A. (1977). Chemical processes industries. New York: McGraw-Hill.
- Kirkpatrick, S., Shreve, N. (2011). The Chemical Process Industries (2nd ed., Vol. 2, 1-15).
- Coughanowr, D. (2016). Process Systems Analysis and Control (2nd ed., 125-126).
- Roberts, M. (2017). Principles of Equipment Design (3rd ed., 331-338).

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

5. Which of the following vessels does not fall under the standards given by ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code, Sec. VIII, Rules for the Construction?
A. Separators B. Process C. Distillation D. Pressurized E. None
reactors columns storage of
vessels these

6. _______ is the margin of pressure over vapor pressure, at the pump suction nozzle. If turned
into an equation, it is the difference between suction pressure and vapor pressure (P s-Pvap).
A. Net Positive B. Static C. Elevation D. Pressure E. None of
Suction Head Head Head Head these
7. The optimum Length/Diameter ratio for drums is usually

A. 0.5 B. 1 C. 2 D. 3 E. None of
these
8. It is a tank/drum connected to a pipe carrying a liquid and intended to neutralize sudden
changes of pressure in the flow by filling when the pressure increases and emptying when it
drops.
A. Storage B. Free C. Distillation D. Surge E. None of
Tanks board Column Tanks these
9. A protruding rim, edge, rib or collar, as on a wheel or a pipe shaft, used to strengthen an
object, hold it in place, or attach it to another object.
A. Heads B. Flange C. Closure D. Caps E. None of
these
10. A device for bending cold metal to a required shape
A. Flange B. Pressure C. Swage D. Nozzle E. None of
Vessel these
 PROCESS CONTROL

4. In an automatic control system, which of the following measures the level then converts it to signal?
A. Sensor B. Actuator C. Controller D. Set point E. None of
tracker these
5. Under _______, it is necessary for a measured process output to change before corrective action is taken, to
change the manipulated output when a disturbance affects a process.
A. Feedback B. Feed-Forward C. Cascade Control D. Manipulative E. None of
Control Control Control these
6. This control expects potential error and acts right away by identifying the rate of change of the error.

A. Proportional B. Integral C. Derivative control D. Servo control E. None of

control control these
7. It is a control theory wherein the system input is manipulated to counteract the effects of disturbances

A. Servo B. Disturbance C. Set D. Regulator E. None

Problem Problem Point Problem of
Problem these
8. What control is added to eliminate a steady-state error called offset?

A. Proportional B. Integral control C. Derivative D. Servo control E. None of

control control these
9. A proportional-only control will usually result to a steady-state error called

A. Offset B. Unsteady- C. Error D. Problem E. None of

state error these

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES

1. This kind of purity grade is where chemicals are of highest purity attainable and is suitable for
chemical procedures requiring stringent specifications, such as analytical testing.
A. ACS Grade B. Lab Grade C. Pharmacopoei D. FCC E. None
a Grade Grad of
e these

2. This process is the alkaline hydrolysis of the fatty acid esters. Its mechanism is a nucleophilic
attack by the hydroxide.
A. Acidification B. Basification C. Saponification D. All of E. None
these of
these
3. Which of the following additives in the soap industry are whitening and opacifying agents?

A. Glycerine B. Sulfur C. Titanium D. Colorants E. None

dioxide of
these
4. It is a surfactant that is used in many cosmetic products for its cleaning and emulsifying
properties. It is also a very effective foaming agent
 A. Glycerine B. LABSA C. SLES D. STPP E. None
of
these
5. What does FEFO mean?

A. First Expiring B. First Entry C. First Exit D. First E. None

First Out Rule First Out First Out Emptied of
Rule Rule First Out these
Rule
6. Dilute liquor from the pulp washing

A. Black Liquor B. White C. Spills D. Beer E. None

liquor liquor Liquor of
these

References:

2012 G.P. Towler/UOP, Towler & Sinott Chemical Engineering Design

Introduction to Process Dynamics and Control, and Instrumentation 2018 Lecture by Engr. Noel
Sabarillo, UST Chemical Engineering Department

ChE 423 Introduction Lecture 2017, Eriberto Rivera, UST Chemical Engineering Department

https://www.thoughtco.com/definition-of-saponification-605959

Process Control: Modeling Design and Simulation by Wayne Bequette

Shinskey, F. (1996). Process control systems. New York: McGraw-Hill.

C.R. Branan. (2002). Rules of Thumb for Chemical Engineers. St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Science.

FermionGhost, FermionGhostFermionGhost 1815, AmzotiAmzoti 51.1k125398, & BlissettBlissett 414.

(n.d.). What is the difference between regulator and stabilization. Retrieved from
https://math.stackexchange.com/questions/394104/what-is-the-difference-between-regulator-and-
stabilization
 CPI

1. Which fat or oil is not industrially used for paints and varnishes?
A. Linseed oil B. Soybean oil C. Tung oil D. Coconut oil E. None of
the
choices

2. It is a complex process that involves the drilling and pumping of oil from underground wells.
F. Oil Drilling G. Oil H. Locating of I. Both F J. None
Extraction Oil and G of
Deposits these

3. It is the process of taking heavier, less valuable fractions of crude and converting them into
lighter products.

A. Alkylation B. Cracking C. Separation D. Treatment E. None of

these

4. These are soap molecules that contain a long hydrocarbon part which is hydrophobic and a
short ionic part which is hydrophilic.

A. Surfactants B. Soapstocks C. Micelles D. Deterge E. None

nts of the
choices

5. A step in the production of soft drinks wherein the water is mixed with the carbon dioxide.

A. Decaffeination B. Syrup C. Pasteuriza D. Impregn E. None

Production tion ation of the
choices
6. This type of packaging is ideal for transporting and storage. Also, it is becoming the main packaging
for basic food stuff.
A. Plastic B. Cardboard C. Brick carton D. Metal E. None of the
Choices

7. This purity grade is suitable for chemical procedures requiring stringent quality specifications such as
analytical testing.
A. Reagent Grade B. American C. Food Chemicals D. Lab Grade E. None of the
Chemical Society Codex (FCC) Grade Choices
(ACS) Grade

8. It is concerned with the transfer of a particular property by a molecular movement through a

medium which can be solid or fluid.

A. Mass Transport B. Molecular C. Heat Transport D. Momentum E. None of the

Transport Transport Choices

9. It is the commercialization of a chemical reaction for it to be profitable economical wise.

A. Unit Operations B. Unit Processes C. Process D. Product E. None of the

Engineering Engineering Choices

10. This solvent projects and carries the scent of a perfume. It is usually inert and not too irritating
to the human skin.
A. Fixative B. Essential Oils C. Synthetic D. Vehicles C. None of
Fixative the
choices

11. These are the compounds that lower the surface tension (or interfacial tension) between two
liquids, between a gas and a liquid, or between a liquid and a solid.
A. Emulsifiers B. Detergent C. Surfactants D. Soaps E. None of the
choices
Reference:

1. Shreve, R. N. & Austin, G. T. (1984). Shreve's Chemical Process Industries. McGraw-Hill

2. CPI LECTURE NOTES SIR ERIBERTO RIVERA
3. CPI Group Reports PPT
4. Chemical Process Industries Notes
 PROCESS CONTROL

1. When the damping ratio is equal to 1 in a second order system, what is the type of system?
A. Underdamped B. Overdamped C. Critically D. Damped E. None of the
damped choices

2. This refer to the output value of the controller when the error is zero.
A. Bias value B. Saturation C. Offset D. Proportionality E. None of
value value value these

3. When the damping ratio is less than 1 in a second order system, what is the type of system?
A. Underdamped B. Overdamped C. Critically D. Damped E. None of the
damped choices

4. Referred to as the time required for the system to first reach its ultimate value.

A. Rise Time B. Time Delay C. Dead D. Frequency Time E. None of

Time the
choices

5. A process variable that is adjusted to bring the controlled variable to the set point.

A. Manipulated B. Offset C. Disturbance D. Error E. None of the

Variable Choices

6. This is typically avoided because it can yield to lowcontrol accuracy and high wear of moving mechanical
parts.
A. Hysterisis B. Bias Value C. Chattering D. Reset windup E. None of the
Choices

Reference: Process Control Lecture Notes by Sir Basil James Santos

 EQUIPMENT DESIGN
THEORY

1. What is the vessel orientation used to promote phase separation?

A. Vertical vessel B. Horizontal C. Slanted vessel D. Curved E. None of
vessel vessel the
choices

2. All of the following affects pipe friction EXCEPT

K. Outside L. Pipe Size M. Pipe N. Fluid O. None
Temperature Roughness Velocity of
these

3. What is the usual holdup time for storage tanks?

A. 3-5 minutes B. 30-40 minutes C. Several hours E. Several days E. None of the
choices

4. A protruding rib, collar, edge or rim. Used to strengthen an object, hold it in place or as an attachment
to another object.

A. Nozzle B. Flange C. Gasketed D. Swage E.None of the

Joints choices

5. Which of these is an advantage of vertical vessel orientation?

A. Easier to distribute B. Smaller plot C. To promote phase D. Both A and B E. None of the
the fluids across a space separation Choices
smaller cross-section

6. What are the most common schedule numbers of commercial pipes?

A. Sch 40 and 80 B. Sch 60 and 40 C. Sch 30 and 100 D. Sch 20 and E. None of
60 the Choices

References:

1. Lecture Notes on Pressure Vessels by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

2. EQUIPMENT DESIGN PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
3. Equipment Design Lecture Notes on Pressure Vessel Design (2018)
4. Equipment Design Notes of Dr. Pestano
5. Lecture Notes on Pressure Vessels by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito
CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES

1. This group of people is responsible with the applied research in scientific or technological
fields. They may also facilitate future product development.
a. Industrial b. Engineers c. R&D d. RTD e. None of
Scientists group group the
choices

Reference: (2018). Sir Eriberto Rivera’s Chemical Process Industries notes

2. What is the genus of acetic acid bacteria?

D. Acetibacter E. Acetobacter F. Acetibacterium G. Acetobacterium H. None
of the
choices

Reference: Shreve, R. N. & Austin, G. T. (1984). Shreve's Chemical Process Industries. McGraw-Hill

3. Main industrial process used in the production of ammonia

a. Haber- b. Steam c. Lead Chamber d. Claus Process I. None of
Bosch Methane Process the
Process Reforming choices
Process

References: Chemical Process Industries Reporting Notes by Manlapaz, Maralit, and Namuco.

4. Compounds that are poisonous for the ammonia synthesis process and must be
removed by converting it to Methane
A. 𝐶𝐻 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑂 B. 𝐶𝑂 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑆𝑂 C. 𝑁𝑂 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑆𝑂 D. 𝐶𝑂 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑂

References: Chemical Process Industries Report by Galingana, Kabigting, and Libutlibut.

5. Is a process by which triglycerides are reacted with sodium or potassium hydroxide (lye)
to produce glycerol and a fatty acid salt, called soap.
A. Transester B. Saponifi C. Homogeniz D. Emulsification
ification cation ation
References: Chemical Process Industries Report by Group 4: Famatiga, Ferrer, Fuerte

6. It is the final step in the wine making process

A. Harvesting B. Aging and C. Clarification D. Mechanical
and Crushing Bottling Harvesting
Grapes
References: Chemical Process Industries Report by Group 11: Castillo, Vicencio, Vicente, Villanueva,
Velasquez
 PROCESS CONTROL

1. All are examples of second order systems except:

a. Interacting tanks b. Non- c. U-tube d. Mass- e. None of
interacting nanometer spring the
tanks damper choices
system

Reference: (2018). Engr. Basil Santo’s Process Control notes

2. The output and input of a block diagram should be in terms of _____.

F. Steady- G. Time Constant H. Transfer Function I. Deviation J. None of
state Variables the
Variables choices

Reference: Process Control Lecture Notes by Sir Basil James Santos

3. Its output tends to increase as the measurement signal increases.

a. Reverse b. Positive c. Mixed tank heater d. Direct acting e. None
acting Controller Gain controller of the
controller choices

References: Process Control Lecture Notes by Engr. Basil James Santos

4. A system in which a bounded input produces a bounded output.

A. Stable B. Unstable C. Stability D. Saturated E. Control
System System System System

References: Process Control Lecture Notes by Engr. Basil James Santos

5. This is the output value of the controller when the error is zero.
A. Control B. Bias Value C. Reset windup D. Offset E. Set
led poin
Value t
References: Process Control Lecture Notes by Engr. Basil James Santos

6. In what condition/s is a negative controller gain used?

A. Stable B. Direct Acting C. Zeroes D. Process E. Posi
System Controllers Dynamics tive
Con
rolle
 r
gain
References: Process Control Lecture Notes by Engr. Basil James Santos

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. This is the key concept that distinguishes scientists from engineers

a. Design b. Engineering c. Innovation d. Creativity e. None of
design the
choices

Reference: (2018). Engr. Loladomnia Pestaño’s Equipment Design notes

2. Which of the following statements are true about the modification of pump to achieve proper
NPSH?
B. Triple C. Oversized pump D. Regular impeller eye E. Smaller slower- F. None
suction with an inducer speed pump of the
impeller choices

Reference: Lecture Notes on Pumps Selection by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

3. A vessel connected to a pipe carrying a liquid and intended to neutralize sudden changes of pressure
in the flow by filling when the pressure increases and emptying when it drops.
a. Drum b. Storage tank c. Surge tank d. Heat e. None
exchangers of the
choices

References: Lecture Notes on Vessels by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

4. Welded Joint efficiency of a Single/Double–welded butt joints, fully radiographed

A. 1 B. 0.75 C. 0.5 D. 0 E. None of
the choices

References: Lecture Notes on Vessels by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

5. In designing an equipment, it is the highest pressure expected including upset conditions such as
startup, shutdown, and emergency shutdown
 A. Design B. Normal C. Maximum D. Maximum E. None of
pressure Operating operating operating the choices
pressure pressure temperature

References: Lecture Notes on Pressure Vessel Design by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

6. It is the legally required standard pressure vessel design, fabrication, inspection and testing in North
America
A. ASME B. Pressure C. PPV Code D. Code for E. None of
BPV Code Code Unfired the choices
Pressure
Vessels

References: Lecture Notes on Pressure Vessel Design by Dr. Evelyn R. Laurito

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES

1. Glauber’s salt is
A. potassium B. potassium C. calcium D. sodium E. None of
chlorate sulfate sulfate sulfate these
decahydrate
2. In the petrochemical industry, what does APMP stand for?
A. B. Association of C. D. Association E. None of
Administration of Petroleum Administrative of Petrochemical these
Petroleum Manufacturers Procedures for Manufacturers
Manufacturers of the Manufacturing of the
of the Philippines Petrochemicals Philippines
Philippines
3. It is a light, strong air-tight packaging material and is ideal for transporting and
storage.
A. Cardboard B. Brick Carton C. Plastic D. Metal E. None of
these
4. What are the three major plant nutrients?
A. Ca, Mg, S B. N, P, K C. Ca, Mg, P D. N, Mg, S E. None of
these
5. There are many ways of producing sulfuric acid depending on the raw material used.
The process is generalized into three major steps: The first is obtaining a source of
 SO2. The next is converting the SO2 to SO3 and finally the absorption of SO3 which is
combined with H2O to form sulfuric acid. Which of the following is not a source of
SO2?
A. Siderite B. Pyrites C. Sphalerite D. Stibnite E. None of
these

References:
[1] S. Olano Jr., V. Bungay, C. Centeno, L. Medina Jr., C. Salazar. Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd Edition)
[2] Franklin, B. (1997). Flow measurement in the petrochemical industry. IEE
Colloquium on Microengineering and the Petrochemical Industry.
doi:10.1049/ic:19970010
[3, 4] Shreve, R. N. and Austin, G. T. (1984). Shreve’s Chemical Process Industries, 5 th
ed. New York: Mc-Graw Hill
[5] Ashar, N. G., & Golwalkar, K. R. (2013). Practical guide to the manufacture of
sulfuric acid, oleums, and sulfonating agents. Springer.

PROCESS CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTATION

THEORY

1. The part of deviation of the response which approaches zero as time approaches
infinity.
A. steady state B. error response C. transient D. frequency E. None of
response response response these
2. A dynamic response to change that causes the path of movement to be different when
the response is increasing than when the response is decreasing.
A. Chattering B. Hysteresis C. On/Off D. Saturation E. None of
Control these
3. A residual or steady-state error that typically yields in a proportional-only controller.
A. Gain B. Reset windup C. Deadband D. Offset E. None of
these
4. A/An _________ is one whose output tends to increase as the measurement signal
increases. It has a _______ controller gain.
 A. Direct B. Indirect Acting C. Direct Acting D. Indirect E. None of
Acting Controller, Controller, Acting these
Controller, Negative Negative Controller,
Positive Positive
5. It is a rapid on-off cycle of the controller as the error fluctuates.
A. Chattering B. Offset C. Hysteresis D. Proportional E. None of
band these

References:
[1] S. Olano Jr., V. Bungay, C. Centeno, L. Medina Jr., C. Salazar. Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd Edition)
[2, 4] Process Control Lecture Notes
[3, 5] Coughanowr, D. R. & LeBlanc S. E. Process Systems Analysis and Control, 3rd ed.
New York, USA: McGraw Hill

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. If an engineering structure is to be designed against rupture of any of its member

under steady load, the factor of safety is a ratio based on working stress and
A. ultimate B. elastic strength C. toughness D. endurance E. None of
strength limit these
2. Spot examined single-welded butt joint with bonding strips has a joint efficiency of
___.
A. 0.90 B. 0.65 C. 0.80 D. 1.00 E. None of
these
3. It is a time dependent deformation in pressure vessels due to exposure to high
temperature?
A. Warp B. Creep C. Scale D. Crack E. None of
these
4. A protruding rim, edge, rib, or collar, as on a wheel or a pipe shaft, used to strengthen
an object, hold it in place, or attach it to another object.
A. Gasketed B. Welded Joints C. Nozzle D. Flange E. None of
Joints these
5. It is a rubber, metal, or rope ring, placed around a joint to make it watertight.
A. Flange B. Gasket C. Nozzle D. Lap joint E. None of
these

References:
 [1] S. Olano Jr., V. Bungay, C. Centeno, L. Medina Jr., C. Salazar. Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd Edition)
[2] Llc. (2018, April 27). Welded Joint Efficiency Table Recommendations. Retrieved
from https://www.engineersedge.com/weld/welded_joint_efficiency_14419.htm
[3, 4] Sinnott, R. & Towler, G. (2008). Chemical Engineering Design. San Diego, CA:
Butterworth-Heinemann.
[5] Walas, S. M. (1990). Chemical process equipment: Selection and design. Boston:
Butterworth-Heinemann.

CONTROL PROCESS INDUSTRY, PROCESS CONTROL AND EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. The chemical reaction that uses hydrogen and nitrogen to synthesize ammonia.
A. Frasch Process B. Haber-Bosch C. Lead Chamber D. Solvay Process E. None of
process process the
choices
2. A kind of temperature sensor that is made of manganese and oxides of nickel that are susceptible to
damages. This sensor is the most inexpensive, easy to use and has higher sensitivity.
A. RTD B. Thermocoupl C. Thermome D. Thermistors E. None of
es ter the
choices
3. What is the weakest closure for cylindrical vessels?

A. Conical B. Hemispheri C. Torispherical D. Elliptical E. None of the

cal choices

4. The simplest type of controller that reduces the error between the process output and the set-point but
usually results to a steady-state error called offset.
A. Proportional B. Proportional- C. Proportional- D. Proportional- E. None of the
control Integral control Derivative Integral- choices
control Derivative
control
5. Hollow circular tubes used for conveying fluids, sometimes rectangular tubes for structural purposes.

A. Tubes B. Pipes C. Fittings D. Pumps E. None of the

choices
6. What is the SI unit for s in Laplace Transform?

A. Seconds B. Minutes C. Per seconds D. Per minutes E. None of the

choices
7. Type of support that is generally used for horizontal cylindrical vessels.

A. Saddle B. Skirt C. Legs D. Guy wire E. None of the

choices
 8. This is obtained by fractional distillation of crude oil with a boiling range of 250 to 350 degrees Celsius.

A. Gasoline B. Kerosene C. Lubricating oils D. Diesel E. None of the

choices
9. Another name for Teflon is

A. LDPE B. HDPE C. PTFE D. PVC E. None of the

choices
10. Which of the following is true about tubes?

B. Tubes are made C. Its thickness is

A. Tubes are based E. None of the
by welding, casting based on schedule D. A and C
on outside diameter. choices
or piercing. number.
11. It is the difference between the value of the set point to that of the measured value of the controlled
variable.
E. None of the
A. Controlled Value B. Error C. Response D. Offset
choices
12. ACS Grades is the only universally accepted standard wherein the chemicals are of the highest purity.
What does “ACS” in ACS Grades mean?
A.American B. American C.American Chemists D. American E. None of the
Chemical Standard Chemistry Standard Society Chemical Society choices
13. This process refers to the manufacture of paper from pulp using the Foudrinier machine.

A .Bosch Process B. Holloway C. Solvay Processs D. Kraft Process E. None of the

Processs choices
14. BWG stands for

A. Buckingham B. Beckenham C. Birmingham D. Bellingham Wire E. None of the

Wire Gauge Wire Gauge Wire Gauge Gauge choices
15. A sensor made up of a semiconductor that exhibits a significant change in resistance with a small change
in temperature
A. Thermistor B. Thermocouple C. Resistor D. Capacitor E. None of the
choices
16. Which of the following are the macronutrients present in fertilizer?

A. B, Cu, Mn B. N, K, P C. N, P, Mn D. P, K, Mg E. None of the

choices
17. These are the roots of the numerator of the transfer function of the said syatem.

A. Forcing Function B. Response C. Zeroes D. Poles E. None of the

choices
18. Which is not a reason for using horizontal vessels.

A. Promote phase B. Easier to C. Allows internals D. Less entrainment E. None of the

separation distribute fluids to be pulled for choices
cleaning
 across a smaller
cross section
References

[1] Coughanowr, D.R., (2009) Process Systems Analysis and Control. 3 rd Edition

[2] ChE Design Project Ray and Sneesby

[3] ChE Design by Towler and Sinnot

[4] University of Santo Tomas, Department of Chemical Engineering, Prof. Evelyn Laurito Notes in CHE
511, 2nd Term A.Y. 2018-2019

[5] Chapter 10, CPI. Retrieved from MRII lecture notes

CPI

1. Which of the following is a process in manufacturing sulfuric acid?

A. Contact B. Haber Bosch C. Ostwald D. Lead Process E. None of the
Process Process Process choices
2. Ammonia is one of the most commonly produced industrial chemical. It is used as fertilizer,
refrigerant gas, for purification of water supplies, and in the manufacture of plastics,
explosives, textiles, pesticides, dyes and other chemicals. Which among the methods below is
used to manufacture ammonia?
A. Ostwald B. Lead-Chamber C. Haber-Bosch D. Castner- E. None of the
Process Process Process Kellener Process choices
3. The most popular grade used in educational applications, but the exact levels of impurities
are unknown.
A. ACS Grade B. Reagent Grade C. Technical D. Laboratory E. None of the
Grade Grade choices
4. It is a process in which esters in fats are hydrolyzed with sodium or potassium hydroxide to
produce a carboxylate anion that acts as a surfactant.
A. Bleaching B. Saponification C. Hydration D. Blending E. None of the
choices
5. What kind of flow diagram is called as the ‘Flowsheet’ or ‘System Flow Dagram’
A. Block Diagram B. Process Flow C. Piping and D. Schematic E. None of the
Diagram Instrumentation Diagram Choices
Diagram

Reference:
[1] Bader, R. & Lipinski, W. (2017). Advances in concentrating solar thermal research and technology.
Woodhead Publishing Series in Energy, 18, pp. 403-459. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-08-100516-
3.00018-6
[2] The manufacture process (2016). Retrieved on February 12, 2019 from
https://www.patana.ac.th/parents/curriculum/chemistry/units/LR1702.html
[3] Schieving, A. (2017, November 13). The Seven Most Common Grades for Chemicals and Reagents.
Retrieved February 13, 2019, from https://www.labmanager.com/business-
 management/2017/11/the-seven-most-common-grades-for-chemicals-and-
reagents#.XGQc9zMzbIU

[4] Shreve Chemical Process Industries (2nded) pdf

[5] J.M.C. Castro. University of Santo Thomas, Department of Chemical Engineering, Chemical Process
Inductries in ChE 423, 2nd Term A.Y. 2016-2017

PROCESS CONTROL

1. In stability criterion, if all the poles lie to the left of the imaginary axis, the system is said to be
__________.
A. Stable B. Unstable C. Marginally D. Marginally E. None of the
Stable Unstable choices
2. This refers to the rapid on-off cycle of the controller as the error of a process control system
fluctuates which can yield to low control accuracy and high wear of moving mechanical parts.
A. Hysteresis B. Reset windup C. Deadband D. Chattering E. None of the
choices
3. The main action of this control action is to eliminate offset.
A. Integral Control B. Proportional C. Derivative D. All of the above E. None of the
Control Control choices
4. It is designed to convert an electric signal to pneumatic signal and referred to as I to P.
A. Sensor B. Actuator C. Transducer D. Transmitter E. None of the
choices
5. This Forcing function increases linearly with time.
A. Step B. Impulse C. Ramp D. Transfer E. None of the
Function Function Function Function Choices

Reference:

[1] Coughanowr, D. and LeBlanc, Steven (2009). Process systems analysis and control. McGraw-Hill
Education

[2] Tian, Z. & Yuan, J. (2018). UDE-based chattering-free sliding mode control for systems with
mismatched uncertainties. ISA Transactions. doi: 10.1016/j.isatra.2018.10.033

[3] D.R Coghanowr, S.E. Le Blanc. Process Systems Analysis and Control (3 nded) pdf

EQUIPMENT DESIGN
 1. It refers to forcing a material by mechanical means to flow in a circulatory or other pattern
inside a vessel.
A. Mechanical B. Blending C. Vortex D. Agitation E. None of the
Mixing choices
2. It is an inspection process whereby welded joints are examined by X-ray equipment sufficiently
powerful to reveal excessive porosity, points of defective fusion and other defects.
A. Radiographing B. Ultrasonic C. Magnetic D. E. None of the
Testing Particle Inspection Electromagnetic choices
Radation
3. It is the time dependent deformation in pressure vessels due to exposure to high
temperature.
A. Warp B. Creep C. Crack D. Scale E. None of the
choices
4. It is known as a rule of thumb.
A. Heuristics B. Parameters C. Safety Factor D. Maximum E. None of the
Allowance choices
5. The requirements for process vessels include:
A. Type of B. Vessel C. Material of D. All of the E. None of the
Agitator Function Construction Choices Choices

Reference:

[1] Hall, S. (2018). Blending and agitation. Rules of Thumb for Chemical Engineers, 6th edition, pp. 99-
2014. Retrieved on February 13, 2019 from https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-811037-
9.00006-0

[2] Yenumula, L. & Acharya, R. (2019). Radiographic evaluation of gas tungsten arc welded joints used in
nuclear applications by X- and gamma-rays. NDT & E International, 102, pp. 144-152. Retrieved
on February 13, 2019 from https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ndteint.2018.11.017

[3] Creep and creep failure. (n.d.). Retrieved February 13, 2019, from
https://www.nationalboard.org/index.aspx?pageID=164&ID=181

[4] E.R. Laurito. University of Santo Thomas, Department of Chemical Engineering, Equipment Design
(ChE 512), 1st Term A.Y. 2017-2018

CPI, PROCESS CONTROL, AND EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. Base on the existing rule of thumb for drums, the holding time for drums feeding another column
is__________.

A. 5 min B. 5-10 min C. 10-30 min D. 30 min E. None of the

choices

2. It is a type of controller whose output increases as the measurement signal increases. It also has a
negative controller gain.

A. Direct Acting B. Reverse Acting C. Integral D. Proportional E. None of the

choices

3. It is a process which stabilizes the glass formation, strengthens the glass, and relieves stresses on the
glass, preventing thermal shock breakage, by reheating the glass then gradually and evenly cooling it to
room temperature.

A. Cold-end B. Forming C. Melting D. Annealing E. None of the

Coating choices

4. It is a type of head design for pressure vessels suitable for high pressures but relatively expensive to
form and join to shell.

A. Ellipsoidal B. Spherical C. Torispherical D. Hemispherical E. None of the

choices

5. It is a phenomenon that leads to rapid on-off cycle of the controller as the error fluctuates which
leads to low accuracy of the system.

A. Proportional B. Hysteresis C. Chattering D.Saturation E. None of the

Band choices

6. A food processing technique that uses heat aided processes to kill bacteria.

A. Emulsifica B. Pasteurization C. Maceration D. Liquefaction E. None of the

tion choices

7. A type of purity grade which has the highest purity and this is the only universally accepted
standard. These are suitable for chemical procedures requiring stringent quality specifications such as
analytical testing.

A. ACS Grade B. Pharmacopoeia C. FCC Grade D. Technical E. None of the

 Grade Grade choices

8. The main objective of process control is to regulate the value of a certain quantity. What do you call
the actual value of the variable?

A.Set point B. Reference point C. Control point D. Regulator E. None of the

point choices

8. Which of the following is not true?

A.Liquid drums B. Gas/Liquid C. Reflux drums D.Optimum E. None of the

are usually separators are with gas as an Length/Diameter choices
horizontal usually horizontal overhead ratio is usually 3
product are
commonly
horizontal

9. What is the usual orientation of liquid drums?

A.Horizontal B.Vertical C.Both D.Angled E. None of the

Horizontal and choices
Vertical

10. In a 1st order step response control system, what is the percentage of the gain when the response
of the system is at its ultimate value?

A.50% B.53.2% C.73.6% D.63.2% E. None of the

choices

11. What chemical process is used to separate the individual components of air to produce high purity
of oxygen, nitrogen and argon in liquid and gaseous form?

A.Cryogenic B.Catalytic Cracking C.Distillation D.Stripping E. None of the

Rectification choices

12. It is the most widely used type of cement which is suitable for all general concrete construction.

A. Low heat B. Hydrophobic C. Portland D. Ordinary E. None of the

Pozzolana
 cement Cement Cement Portland Cement Choices

13. A chemical grade of relatively high quality but does not meet official standards. Exact levels of
impurities are unknown

A. Food Grade B. Lab Grade C. Technical D. Reagent Grade E. None of the

Grade Choices

14. Feed forward control systems

A. can change the B. Reject external C. Rely on D. has more E. None of the
dynamics of the disturbances precise losses Choices
plant knowledge of the
plant

15. Which tank support is most applicable for horizontal tanks.

A. Saddle B. Skirts C. Legs D. Both A and B E. None of the

choices

References

[1] Coughanowr, Donald. Process Systems Analysis and Control, 3rd ed. 2009
[2] Seborg, Dale, Process Dynamics and Control, 3rd ed. 2011

[3] Walas, S. M. (1988). Chemical process equipment: Selection and design. Boston: Butterworths.

[4] Benjamin, M.F. (2018). Notes on Introduction to Process Dynamics and Control, and Instrumentation
Laboratory

[5] Rivera, E. (2018) Notes on Chemical Process Industries

CPI, PROCESS CONTROL, AND EQUIPMENT DESIGN

 1. It is process of extracting aluminum from bauxite
A. Hoepener B. Solvay C. Kraft D. Hall’s E. None of
Process Process Process Process the choices
2. This is a sudden but unstained type of disturbance.
A. Rectangular B. Impulse C. Sinusoidal D. Ramp E. None of
Pulse disturbance disturbance the
choices
3. Which is the cheapest kind of pressure vessel head for pressures less than 15 bar?
A. Hemispherical B. Tori C. Ellipsoidal D. Klöpper E. None of
spherical head the choices
4. Yellow glycerin becomes white with the use of…
A. Bauxite B. Activated C. Bentonite D. E. None of
Carbon Diatomaceous the choices
Earth
5. Le-Blanc process is a process in manufacturing…
A. Hydrochloric acid B. Bromine from C. Soda ash D. Caustic soda E. None of
(HCl) sea water the choices

6. Twenty percent oleum means that in 100 kg, there are 20 kg of…
A. H2SO4 and 80kg B. SO3 for every C. SO3 and D. H2SO4 for E. None of
SO3 100kg H2SO4 80kg H2SO4 every 100kg the choices
SO3
7. These are the catalysts used in the manufacture of sulfuric acid by chamber and
contact processes.
A. V2O5 B. Oxides of C. V2O5 on a D. Oxides of E. None of
nitrogen and porous carrier nitrogen and the choices
Cr2O3 and oxides of V2O5 on a
nitrogen porous carrier
8. Brinell Number of a material is a measure of
A. Hardness B. Specific C. Density D. Specific heat E. None of
gravity the choices
9. The unit lateral deformation of a body under a stress divided by the unit longitudinal
deformation is also known as
A. Hooke’s Law B. Poisson’s C. Euler’s Ratio D. Mohr’s E. None of
Ratio Modulus the choices
10. Surface of revolution generated by revolving a circle in three-dimensional space about
an axis coplanar with the circle.
A. Torus B. Sphere C. Cylinder D. Surface E. None of
Area the choices
11. This is the output of the controller when the error is zero.
A. Dead band B. On/off control C. Bias Value D. Chattering E. None of
the choices
 12. Is the second most abundant metal in the earth’s crust.
A. Aluminium B. Iron C. Copper D. Nickel E. None of
the choices
13. Saddle supports are used for supporting _________ vessel.
A. horizontal B. tall vertical C. thick walled D. thick E. None of
cylindrical vertical spherical the choices

14. During soap manufacture, salt is added in the kettle in order to separate _________.
A. Soap from lye B. Soap from C. the D. Glycerine E. None of
glycerine unsaponified from lye the choices
fat from the
soap
15. The most suitable controller for the response of a control system to be free of offset
and oscillation is ________.
A. Proportional (P) B. Proportional- C. Proportional- D. Proportional- E. None of
controller derivative integral (PI) integral- the choices
(PD) controller derivative (PID)
controller controller
16. The fouling factor value depends on __________.
A. Velocity of B. Characteristic C. Suspended D. All of the E. None of
process fluid of process solids in the choices the choices
containing fluid fluid.
suspended solids
17. Which of the following is the Dow process?
A. Conversion of B. Extraction of C. Refining of D. Production E. None of
nickel oxide to pure bromine from bauxite ore to of steel from pig the choices
nickel brine produce iron
aluminum oxide
18. Skirt supports are most suitable for
A. Tall vertical vessel B. Horizontal C. Thin D. Thick-walled E. None of
Vessel spherical vessel vertical vessel the choices

References:
[1,2,4,5-8,17] S. Olano Jr., V. Bungay, C. Centeno, L. Medina Jr., C. Salazar. Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination 3rd Edition
[3,13,18] Laurito, E., Lecture Notes for Equipment Design. Pressure Vessels
[4] https://studysite.org/engineering/chemical/chemical_process_industries
chemical_technology_objective_type_questions_mcq?page=2
[14-16] Gupta, O. (2016). Objective Type Questions & Answers in Chemical Engineering. New
Delhi: Khanna Book Publishing (P).
 CPI

1. Oil is….
A. A mixture of B. A mixture of C. Solid at normal D. Ester of E. None of
glycerides glycerides of temperature alcohols the Above
fatty acids other than
glycerin
2. It is a raw material for the production of fertilizer which is produced by Haber process.
A. Nitrogen B. Ammonia C. Urea D. Sulfur E. None of
the Above
3. A _____ that is applied to fats and oils converts various unsaturated glycerides into
completely saturated glycerides by adding hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst.
A. Defacation B. Hydrogenation C. Catalysation D. Extraction E. None of
the Above

References

1. Reviewer for Chemical Engineering Licensure Exam 3 rd Edition: CPI, page 363
2. Copplestone, J. & Kirk, C. (n.d.). Ammonia and Urea production.
https://nzic.org.nz/ChemProcesses/production/.1A.pdf visited: February 12, 2019
3. Shreve, R. (1984). The Chemical Process Industries. Page 610

PROCESS CONTROL

1. It is the difference between TM and the set point TR that is used to reduce the error.
A. Positive B. Negative C. Regulator D. Servo E. None of
Feedback Feedback Problem Problem the Above
2. It is also known as the steady state error in a proportional-only controller.
A. Offset B. Hysteresis C. Chattering D. Saturation E. None of
the Above
3. An impulse input shows a/an _____ change in the output.
A. Parallel B. Linear C. Instantaneous D. Horizontal E. None of the
Above

References

1. Reviewer for Chemical Engineering Licensure Exam 3 rd Edition: Process Control, page386
2. Coughanow, D. (2008). Process System Analysis and Control, 3 rd ed.
3. Santos, J.B. (2018). Notes on Process Control. page26.

EQUIPMENT DESIGN
 1. In the construction of a vinegar container tank, one of these metals of construction is not
recommended. What is this metal?
A. Aluminum B. Stainless steel C. Brass D. Monel E. None of the
Above
2. A kind of reactor where the entering feed makes the solid bed behaves like a fluid.
A. Tubular B. Packed Bed C. Stirred Tank D. Fluidized-Bed E. None of the
Reactor Reactor Reactor Reactor Above
3. It is a deformation that is time-dependent and happens at elevated temperature
A. Strain B. Creep C. Rust D. Stress E. None of the
Above

References

1. Reviewer for Chemical Engineering Licensure Exam 3 rd Edition: Plant and EquiDes, page 373
2. Towler & Sinnott (2008). Chemical Engineering Design. Elsevier Inc., San Diego, California. P. 628
3. Laurito, E. (2018). Notes on Equipment Design: Pressure Vessel Design. Slide 29.

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES, PROCESS CONTROL & EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. A type of purity grade that has the highest purity and often equals or exceeds the latest purity
standards set by the American Chemical Society.
A. Food Grade B. ACS Grade C. Technical D. Lab Grade E. None of the
Grade choices
2. This is the output of the controller when the error is zero.
A. Saturation B. Chattering C. Hysteresis D. Bias Value E. None of the
choices
3. A protruding rim, edge, rib, or collar, as on a wheel or a pipe shaft, used to strengthen an object,
hold it in place, or attach it to another object.
A. Flange B. Nozzles C. Joints D. Supports E. None of the
Choices
4. According the rule of thumb for drums, the holdup time for drums feeding a furnace is ____.
A. 5 minutes B. 10 minutes C. 30 minutes D. 45 minutes E. 60 minutes
5. This is the process used to produce float glasses which is also known as the “float process”.
A. Pilkington B. Vello Process C. Downdraw D. Press & Blow E. Blow & Blow
Process Process Process Process
6. When the path of movement differs depending on the response, there is a dynamic response. This
response is called _____.
A.Hysteresis B. Backlash C. Deadband D. All the Choices E. None of the
Choices
7. They are responsible for the design and fabrication of package filling lines and package fabricating
equipment.
A. Mechanical B. Electrical C. Chemical D. Packaging E. None of the
Engineers Engineers Engineers Engineers Choices
8. This system is said to be a non-regulating system since its output continuously increases with time
and does not reach a new steady-state value.
 A. First Order B. Second Order C. Integrating D. Interacting E. None of the
System System System System Choices
9. A type of Head design for pressure vessels that are the most expensive to form or fabricate and join
to shell.
A. Ellipsoidal Head B. Hemispherical C. Torispherical D. Flat Head E. None of the
Head Head Choices
10. In a control system, a proportional controller:
A. introduces B. increases C. increases D. reduces E. None of the
offset bandwidth margin of stability velocity constant choices
11. Which of the following is the main purpose of mass balance calculations in equipment design:
A. It is the basis B. To make C. To D. To know the E. None of the
for the energy technical and quantitatively amount and choices
balances through economic determine the composition of
the law of evaluation of the emissions of the each stream
conservation of process equipment
energy
12. These are added to improve the elasticity of the paint films and minimize its cracking.
A. Latex B. Elasticizer C. Plasticizer D. Silicon E. None of the
above
13. It is the most common process to produce sulfuric acid. It is produces a purer, more concentrated
acid but it requires purer raw materials and expensive catalysts.
A. Contact B. Lead Chamber C. Burner Process D. Ostwald E. None of the
Process Process Process Choices
14. It is a rapid on-off cycle of the controller as the error fluctuates.
A. Hysterisis B. Chattering C. On/off control D. Saturation E. None of the
Choices
15. He is the one who developed the process of capturing nitrogen from air to produce ammonia.
A. Fritz Haber B. Carl Bosch C. Wilhelm D. Nicolas Leblanc E. None of the
Ostwald Choices
16. The following are factors that may change during the transformation to a production scale except.
A. Chemical B. Material C. Fluid Dynamics D.Agitation E. None of the
Equilibrium Properties Choices
17. When the diameter of a pressure vessel exceeds ____, they get very expensive.
A. 10 m B. 13.5 ft C. 13.5 m D. 10 ft E. None of the
Choices
18. The inclusion of an integral controller to a proportional controller induces________.
A. Fluctuation B. Chattering C. Repetition D. Oscillation E. None of the
Choices
19. This separation process operates at very low temperatures and is commonly used during air
separation processes.
A. Cryogenic Air B. Cooled Air C. Liquefaction D. Cryogenic E. None of the
Separation Separation Liquid Separation Choices

References:
 Rules of Thumb for ChE Design: Carl Branan
 Coughanowr, Donald. Process Systems Analysis and Control, 3rd ed. 2009
 Shreve, R. N., & Austin, G. T. (1984). Shreve's Chemical process industries. New York: McGraw-
Hill.
 Seborg, Dale. Process Dynamics and Control, 3rd ed. 2011

CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRY

1. Builders are additives in soaps and detergents, which enhance their cleaning power
by producing suds and softens water. Which of the following is a builder used in
powdered detergents?
A. Tergito B. Coconut C. Sodium D. Ethyl E. None
l Diethanolam Tripolyphosph Alcoho of the
ide ate l abov
e
2. Which is used for manufacturing soda ash?
A. Deaco B. Lime Soda C. Solvay D. Conta E. None
n Process Process ct of the
Proces Proce abov
s ss e
3. These vitamins are obtained economically from chiefly fish-liver oils.
A. A & C B. B & D C. C & D D. A & D E. None
of the
choic
es
4. Which of the following is not a disaccharide?
A. Lactose B. Maltose C. Sucrose D. Glucos E. None
e of the
choice
s
5. _______ invented the Portland cement in which year?
A. Willia B. William C. Joseph D. Josep E. None
m Aspdin, Aspdin, h of the
Aspdin 1840’s 1840’s Aspdin abov
, 1824 , 1824 e
6. Process of recovering sulfur from the buried porous cap rock of a salt dome and
delivering it above ground as a product of suitable purity and condition for use.
A. Solva B. Haber-Bosch C. Frasch Process D. Hall’s E. None
y Process Process of the
Proce above
ss

7. In the pulp and paper industry, a strong alkaline solution called white liquor is used to
cook pulp in the kraft process. White liquor is mainly composed of what chemical/s?
A. NaOH B. NaOH C. NaHCO3 D. NaHC E. None
& Na2S O3 & of the
NaOH choic
es
8. IPOP stands for
 A. Intellectual B. Intellectual C. Intelligence D. Intellectua E. None of
property property property l people the
office of organization of organization of office of choices
the the Philippines the Philippines the
Philippines Philippine
s

References:
[1] Olano, S. S., Jr., Bungay, V. C., Centeno, C. R., & Salazar, C. M. (2015). Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd ed., p. 364). Manila: Manila Review Institute.
[2] Manish. (2018, November 22). Cement Properties - Basic Civil Engineering Questions and
Answers. Retrieved from https://www.sanfoundry.com/basic-civil-engineering-questions-
answers-properties-cement/
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3rd Edition (2015). p.361

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Book Company, Inc.
[8] Rivera, E.S. (2017). Notes on CPI Introduction.
 PROCESS CONTROL

1. This type of control system involves measuring the disturbances before they have time
to affect the system in order to maintain the setpoint value.
A. Closed- B. Feedforw C. Feedba D. Open-loop E. None
loop ard ck control of the
control control control abov
e
2. Which is not a first order system?
A. Thermome B. Mixing C. Mass D. Liquid level E. None
ter tank spring system of the
damper abov
system e
3. Considering the figure below, determine the respective conversion of Transducer.

A. Temperatu B. Current- C. Current D. Pressure- E. None

re- to- to-current - to- to-flowrate of the
current pressur choic
e es
4. Which is not under process dynamics and control?
F. Process G. Process H. Proces I. Instrumentat J. None
Modelling Dynamics s ion of the
Control abov
e
5. The process variable that we want to maintain at a particular value
A. Controll B. Manipulated C. Output D. Measured E. None
ed Variable Variable Output Variable of the
Variable above

6. It receives the output signal to change the valve settings.

A. Regulator B. Sensor C. Controll D. Actuator E. None
er of the
choic
es
References:
[1] Olano, S. S., Jr., Bungay, V. C., Centeno, C. R., & Salazar, C. M. (2015). Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd ed., p. 389). Manila: Manila Review Institute.
[2] LeBlanc, S. E., &Coughanowr, D. R. (2009). Process systems analysis and control. Boston:
McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
[3] Coughanowr, D., LeBlanc, S., (2008). Process Systems Analysis and Control (3rd ed., p.188).
New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc.
[4] LeBlanc, S. E., & Coughanowr, D. R. (2009). Process systems analysis and control. Boston:
McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
[5] Coughanowr, D. Process Systems Analysis and Control 3 rd Edition (2009). McGraw Hill
Companies, Inc.

[6] Benjamin (2018). Notes on Introduction to Process Dynamics and Control, and
Instrumentation Laboratory

EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. This refers to the margin of safety required for a structure, component, or equipment
according to design requirements.
A. Yield B. Endurance C. Working D. Factor E. None
point limit stress of safety of the
above
2. Which is not a type of equipment supports/ stands
A. Hanger B. Saddle C. Legs D. Skirt E.None of
the above
3. Which of the following is not a rule of thumb for drums?
A. Reflux B. Optimum C. Liquid D. Hold-up E. None
drums w/ length/ drums time is 5 of the
gas as an diameter are to 30 choice
overhead ratio is 3 usually mins s
pdt are horizonta
commonl l
y vertical
4. Which of the following is not a process vessel?
A. Drums B. Temperatur C. Storage D. Pressur E. None
e Vessels Vessels e of the
Vessels above
5. Skirt supports are most suitable for:
A. Small B. Large C. Tall D. thick walled E. None of
horizonta horizontal vessel horizontal small vertical the above
l vessels vessel vessel
 6. One of the design factor in mixing and agitation is the vessel shape. Which of the
following is correct?
A.HEIGHT OF B. HEIGHT OF C. HEIGHT OF D. HEIGHT OF E. None of the
FLUID = FLUID > FLUID < FLUID ≥ choices
DIAMETER OF DIAMETER OF DIAMETER OF DIAMETER OF
THE VESSEL THE VESSEL THE VESSEL THE VESSEL
References:
[1] Olano, S. S., Jr., Bungay, V. C., Centeno, C. R., & Salazar, C. M. (2015). Reviewer for
Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination (3rd ed., p. 372). Manila: Manila Review Institute.
[2] Laurito, E. Pressure Vessels notes.
[3] Laurito, E. (n.d). Process Vessels (slides 8-9).
[4] Laurito, E. Pressure Vessels (slide 4)
[5] Servillano, S.B. Olano Jr (2015). Reviewer for Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination,
3rd Edition (2015). p.374

[6] Laurito, E. Agitated Vessels Design (slide 4)

CPI, Process Control and Equipment Design

1. Le Blanc Process is used when it is desired to produce what acid as a by-product?

A. Ammonia B. Nitric Acid C. Hydrochloric D. Sulfuric Acid E. None of these

Acid

2. The difference (at steady state) between the desired value of the controlled variable (set point) and
the actual value of the controlled variable.

A. Measurement B. Set point C. Error D. Offset E. None of these

Lag

3. Which among these equipment is not used for purity characterization

A. Gas B. Phase C. UV-vis D. High E. None of these

Chromatography Extraction spectroscopy Performance
Liquid
Chromatography

4. What is usually added to eliminate the offset?

A.Proportional B. Integral Control C.Derivative D. All of these E. None of these

Control Mode Mode Control Mode
5. The established standards for shell and tube heat exchangers are established by TEMA. What does
TEMA mean?

A. Temperature of A. Tubular A. Tube A. Temperature E. None of these

Exchangers Exchangers and Exchangers Exchangers and
Manufacturers Materials Alliance Manufacturing Materials
Alliance Association Association

6. What is/are the use/s of plasticizers in paint?

A. increases B. provides C. increases D. A and C E. None of these

atmospheric elasticity corrosion
oxidation resistance

7. This closed loop system refers to the behavior wherein the set point changes but the disturbance
variable does not.

A. Regulator B. Servo Problem C. Disturbance D. Feedback E. None of these

Problem Rejection Control

8.It will result to an instantaneous change in the output, for which the output slowly returns back to its
initial steady-state value.

A.Impulse input B Reset Windup. C.Chattering D. Impulse E. None of these

response

9. The ideal shape of the head of tanks wherein the pressure is equally divided across its surface.

A.Flat B.Hemispherical C.Torispherical D.Ellipsoidal E. None of these

10. It is the source of aluminum oxide which is responsible for lowering the melting point of the glass
and to retard devitrification.

A.Borax B. Cullets C. Formers D.Feldspar E. None of these

11. A rubber, metal, or rope ring, placed around a joint to make it watertight. Used when vessel must
be opened frequently for cleaning, inspection, etc.

A. Flange B. Nozzle C. Gasketed Joint D. Welded Joint E. None of these

12. In an edible oil plant utilizing solvent extraction process, what solvent is often used?

A.Hexane B. Butanol C. Acetone D. Water E. None of these

13. In industries other than gas and oil, why are spherical tanks less preferred?
 A. Difficult to B.Lack of edges C. Thinner walls D. Require heating E. None of these
fabricate systems

14. What does “I” mean in PID?

A. Integral B. C. Instrumental D. Influence E. None of these

Instrumentation

15. Batch processes are preferred for:

A.When B. No severe C.Single Product D. All of the above E. None of these

production rate is fouling
less than 5x10^6
kg/day

References:

Coughanowr, Donald. Process Systems Analysis and Control, 3rd ed. 2009

Seborg, D., Edgar, T., Mellichamp, D. and Doyle, F. (2010). Process dynamics and control. Hoboken, N.J.:
Wiley.

Towler, G. P. (2013). Chemical engineering design: Principles, practice and economics of plant and
process design, second edition (2nd ed.). Kidlington, Oxford, U.K. ; Waltham, Mass.: Butterworth-
Heinemann.

CHEMICAL PROCESSES INDUSTRIES, PROCESS CONTROL & DYNAMICS AND EQUIPMENT DESIGN

1. In this type of input, the response will have an instantaneous change then it will slowly return back
to its initial steady-state value.
A. Step Input B. Impulse Input C. Ramp Input D. Sinusoidal Input E. None of these
2. It is an inspection process whereby welded joints are examined by X-ray equipment sufficiently
powerful to reveal excessive porosity, points of defective fusion and other defects.
A. Radiography B. Chromatography C. Filtration D. Extraction E. None of these
3. It is one of the major components of a fertilizer which enhance root growth and flowering.
A. Potassium B. Carbon C. Nitrogen D. Phosphorus E. None of these
4. It is a dynamic response to change that causes the path of movement to be different when the
response is increasing than when the response is decreasing.
A. Chattering B. On/Off C. Hysteresis D. Direct acting E. None of these
controller Controller
5. It is made by cooling molten ingredients such as silica sand, soda ash, and limestone.
A. Cement B. Iron C. Steel D. Bricks E. None of these
Ans: Glass
6. What do you call the transition between the cylinder and the dished head for process vessels?
A. Knuckle B. Nozzles C. Flange D. Freeboard E. None of these
7. Violet vapor from the mother liquors left from crystallization of salts
A. Bromine B. Iodine C. Cobalt D. Iron E. None of these
 8. A process controller that tends to increase as the measurement signal increases.
A. Reverse acting B. Derivative C. Integral D. Direct acting E. None of these
9. A time-dependent deformation at elevated temperature
A. Corrosion B. Swage C. Creep D. Shear stress E. None of these
10. It is the largest percentage of the mixture to be melted and is the key component in the structure
of a glassy material.
A. Stabilizer B. Fluxes C. Formers D. Cullets E. None of these
11. It is a connection wherein the tubes can be removed from tube sheet.
A. Nipple B. Ferrule C. Saddle D. Socket E. None of these
12. A type of control which results to a steady state error called offset.
A. Proportional B. Integral control C. Derivative D. PID control E. None of these
control control
13. It is a type of process model that is applicable over a variety of conditions and provides physical
insight to the process behavior.
A. Theoretical B. Empirical C. Semi-empirical D. Iterative model E. None of these
model model model
14. A process used to remove moisture and other volatile compounds by heating below melting point.
A. Esterification B. Causticization C. Combustion D. Calcination E. None of these
15. A Piping and Instrument diagram should contain all the following except:
A. Process B. Process C. Ancillary D. Pumps E. None of these
Information Equipment fittings
16. Offset
A. Varies with B. Does not vary C. Varies D. Varies as square E. None of these
time with time exponentially of the time
with time
17. Critically damped system means that the damping coefficient is
A. <1 B. 1 C. >1 D. 0 E. None of these
18. Vertical valves are not supported by
A. Saddles B. Skirts C. Column D. Brackets E. None of these
19. Join efficiency for a seamless pipe is
A. 1 B. 0.1 C. 0.5 D. 0.927 E. None of these
20. Producer gas consists mainly of
A. CO, CO2, N2, B CO, H2 C. H2, CH4 D. CO2, CO, H2 E. None of these
H2

References:
 Seborg, D.E., Edgar, T.F. & Mellichamp, D.A. (2004). Process Dynamics and Control (2nd ed). John
Wiley & Sons: Hoboken, NJ.
 Towler, G. & Sinnott, R. (2008). Chemical Engineering Design: Principles, Practice and Economics
of Plant and Process Design. Elsevier, Inc.: London, UK.