Best Chemical Engineering Books of 2025

The 24th edition of Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater is an essential resource for professionals in the field of environmental water analysis. The book features updated and clarified procedures, new sections on biological toxin analysis and the detection of Naegleria fowleri, and a major reorganization that makes methods easier to access. Published by the American Public Health Association, American Water Works Association, and Water Environment Federation, this edition is the culmination of thousands of hours of volunteer effort by experts. With 82 new or updated methods, it is a must-have for anyone in the water quality and treatment field.

Ethical Engineering: A Practical Guide with Case Studies is a comprehensive book that provides guidance and practical solutions to the ethical issues that practicing engineers often face in their professional lives. The book outlines a decision-making procedure and helps engineers develop an ethics toolkit that identifies options and solutions. It covers a wide range of topics such as safety, sustainability, bioethics, diversity, equality, information technology, and AI, among others. The book is unique in its approach and offers an international perspective with codes of ethics from around the world. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for engineers seeking to navigate real-world ethical issues.

Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, 9th Edition is an industry-standard resource that provides comprehensive coverage of every aspect of chemical engineering, from the fundamentals to the state of the art. This fully updated edition includes topics such as physical and chemical data, mathematics, thermodynamics, and waste management. It also covers bio-based reactions and processing, process safety, and materials of construction. The book is a must-have for engineers and chemists looking for vital information, data, and insights. Overall, Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook is an invaluable resource that is both informative and practical.

The PPI FE Chemical Review Manual is a comprehensive guide for those preparing for the NCEES FE Chemical Exam. It covers all the knowledge areas and relevant elements from the NCEES FE Reference Handbook. With thousands of equations, figures, and tables, this manual provides concise explanations and example problems to reinforce fundamental concepts. It also includes a robust index and a guarantee that you'll pass the exam or get a refund. Despite a minor printing issue on some copies, this book is an excellent resource for anyone preparing for the FE Chemical exam.

PPI FE Chemical Practice Problems is a comprehensive learning management system that provides over 600 three-minute, multiple-choice, exam-like practice problems with clear, complete, and easy-to-follow solutions. This book covers all the knowledge areas that will be tested in the NCEES Chemical FE exam. It is authored by Michael R. Lindeburg, PE, who is known for his influential engineering textbooks and references. This book is a must-have for those who are preparing for the FE Chemical exam and want to pass it on the first try.

The Fourth Edition of Radiation Detection and Measurement is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the field of radiation detection and measurement. The latest developments and cutting-edge technologies are incorporated into the book, including new materials that are emerging as scintillators, digital techniques in detector pulse processing, and updated discussions on neutron detectors and cryogenic spectrometers. The book is authored by Glenn Frederick Knoll, a professor of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for students and instructors seeking the most complete coverage of radiation detection and measurement available.

This book, titled "Strategic Applications of Named Reactions in Organic Synthesis" by Kurti and Czako, is an essential reference for organic chemists, covering 250 frequently used named reactions and their strategic use in the synthesis of complex natural and unnatural products. The book's comprehensive coverage, superb organization, quality of presentation, and wealth of references make it a necessity for both specialists and non-specialists. What sets this book apart is its colored schemes for easier understanding and its extensive indexing and referencing. Overall, this book is an outstanding work of reference and source of inspiration for chemists, professors, and students alike.

The Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering is a comprehensive guide to solving chemical reaction engineering problems. This sixth edition features updated content and a more interactive learning experience with simulation experiments using software such as Wolfram, Python, POLYMATH, and MATLAB. The book's author, H. Scott Fogler, provides students with instant access to information, avoiding extraneous details, and presents novel problems linking theory to practice. The book prepares undergraduates to apply chemical reaction kinetics and physics to the design of chemical reactors, with graduate-level topics covered in four advanced chapters. The book also emphasizes safety and alternative energy sources such as solar and biofuels. The extensive Professional Reference Shelf web content and companion website provide additional resources for faculty and students. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for students and professionals in the field of chemical reaction engineering.

This book, titled "Magnesium: From Resources to Production", provides comprehensive knowledge on magnesium and its extraction from seawater and ores. It covers topics such as mineral process engineering, commercial methods for magnesium production, and current and prospective applications in the energy domain. The author, Hussein K. Abdel-Aal, is an Emeritus Professor of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Refining, NRC, Cairo, Egypt. This book is an excellent resource for practicing engineers and students who want to learn more about magnesium and its applications.

The Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology is a comprehensive reference work covering all aspects of chemical technology. This fifth edition includes adjustments and modernizations to reflect changes and developments in the field. With over 1,300 articles, it covers a wide range of topics related to chemical substances, industrial processes, and scientific principles. The articles are citable, peer-reviewed, and updated regularly to stay current with the latest research. Overall, this encyclopedia is an indispensable resource for chemists, biochemists, and engineers in academia, industry, and government institutions.