A. Mathematical modelling and optimization in batch facilities i) State of the art scheduling techniques of batch plants\nii) Optimal design of batch chemical facilities\niii) Synthesis of batch processes\niv) Wastewater minimization in batch plants\nv) Design of near-zero effluent batch facilities\nvi) Wastewater minimization using inherent storage in batch plants\nvii) Heat integration of batch facilities\nviii) Assessment of heat storage as an energy saving opportunity in batch plants B. Graphical analysis and optimization of batch facilities ix) Graphical scheduling techniques of batch plants\nx) Wastewater minimization in batch plants using graphical methods\nxi) Heat integration of batch facilities using graphical methods\nxii) Assessment of heat storage as an energy saving opportunity in batch plants C. Performance comparisons of graphical and mathematical techniques as applied in batch facilities xiii) Scheduling techniques of batch plants\nxiv) Wastewater minimization in batch plants using graphical methods\nxv) Heat integration of batch facilities using graphical methods