Undergraduate Program

Term Schedule

Fall 2019

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS WU J TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Course Content and Method of Instruction: Lectures and discussion. Methodology and problem solving techniques in chemical engineering; the concepts of mass and energy conservation in both reacting and non-reacting chemical systems; the concept of equilibrium in chemical and physical systems and the basic principles of thermodynamics are presented; both steady state and transient behavior are discussed for some special systems. BUILDING: DEWEY \| ROOM: 2162 PREREQUISITES: Freshman Chemistry; MTH 161, 162, or permission of instructor. Restrictions: Not open to freshmen.
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS-REC WU J F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description BUILDING: DEWEY \| ROOM: 2162
CHE 150 (CHE 150) GREEN ENERGY POROSOFF M TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
An introductory engineering course about energy production, conversion, and utilization. The first half of the course covers energy and power metrics, material and energy balances and the fundamental laws of thermodynamics. The remainder of the course examines traditional and alternative energy sources, energy distribution, and energy utilization. Course activities include weekly homework assignments, exams, and a project. Emphasis is on assumption-based problem solving. BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 321 PREREQUISITES: Restrictions: Not open to Engineering Juniors and Seniors.
CHE 150 (CHE 150) GREEN ENERGY - REC POROSOFF M F 9:00AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: CSB \| ROOM: 209
CHE 225 (CHE 225) CHE THERMODYNAMICS MUELLER A TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Junior level core chemical engineering course in classical thermodynamics. The laws of thermodynamics are covered with particular emphasis on application to chemical and engineering processes. Concepts include the conservation of energy in processes, the direction of spontaneous change, the limited efficiency in converting heat into useful power, and the composition of systems in phase and chemical equilibrium. Equations of state are used to model fluids and calculate their thermodynamic properties. Graduate level Thermodynamics will include extra reading material and additional assignments on modeling properties of pure fluids BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1400 PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: Junior standing.
CHE 225 CHE THERMODYNAMICS - REC – M 6:15PM - 7:30PM
No description BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1400
CHE 244 (CHE 244) HEAT & MASS TRANSFER CHEN S TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
An introduction to heat and mass transfer mechanisms and process rates. The principles of energy and mass conservation serve to formulate equations governing conductive, convective, and radiative heat transfer as well as diffusive and convective mass transfer. Both steady-state and transient problems up to three dimensions are treated in the absence and presence of chemical reactions. The gained fundamental knowledge base is applied to design heat- and mass-transfer operations. BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 101 PREREQUISITES: CHE 243, PHY121, MTH165
CHE 244 HEAT & MASS TRANSFER REC CHEN S M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 109
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES KELLEY F M 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Hands-on experience with concepts in phase equilibrium, heat and mass transfer, and chemical kinetics. Emphasis on measurement techniques, data analysis, and experimental design. Involves structured experiments, open-ended projects, and oral or written reports. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: CHE 113, CHE 243, CHE 244, CHE 225, CHE 250, CHE 231
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES I KELLEY F M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES II KELLEY F T 11:05AM - 12:20PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 CHE PRINCIPLES LAB KELLEY F T 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F W 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F R 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F F 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 258 (CHE 258) ELECTROCHEM&ENGG & FUEL CELL JORNE J; MATHIAS M TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
The course will concentrate on presenting the principles of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering, and the design considerations for the development of fuel cells capable of satisfying the projected performance of an electric car. The course is expected to prepare you for the challenges of energy conversion and storage and the environment in the 21st century. BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 270
CHE 259 (CHE 259) TRANSPORT PHENOMENA IN BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS FOSTER D TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course will provide an overview of transport phenomena in biological systems that are critical to the function of all living organisms. The fundamental laws and equations of transport phenomena will be applied to topics including cellular, cardiovascular, respiratory, liver and kidney transport, blood flow and rheology, and circulation in tissues and arteries. BUILDING: MEL \| ROOM: 224 PREREQUISITES: PHY 121, MTH 164, MTH 165 (can be taken concurrently), CHE 243 preferred but not required
CHE 260 (CHE 260) SOLAR CELLS IOANNIDIS ZAC W 6:15PM - 8:55PM
This course will introduce students to the basics of photovoltaic devices: physics of semiconductors; pn junctions; Schottky barriers; processes governing carrier generation, transport and recombination; analysis of solar cell efficiency; crystalline and thin-film solar cells, tandem structures, dye-sensitized and organic solar cells. Students will learn about current photovoltaic technologies including manufacturing processes, and also the economics of solar cells as an alternative energy source. Critical analysis of recent advances and key publications will be a part of the course work. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
CHE 264 (CHE 264) BIOFUELS WU J M 6:15PM - 8:55PM
This course will provide the student with a grounding in the fundamental principles of biofuels, including their sources, properties, and the biological processes by which they are made. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 310 PREREQUISITES: Some BIO background preferred
CHE 266 (BME 266) BIOPROCESS ENGINEERING CONDON J WF 11:50AM - 1:05PM
This course will explore the bioprocesses involved in producing a biopharmaceutical product (therapeutic proteins, cell therapy products, and vaccines). The course will take a stepwise journey through a typical production process from the perspective of a Bioprocess Engineer, starting with cell culture and moving downstream through purification and final fill. Engineering concepts involved in bioreactor design and control, cell removal/recovery operations, and protein purification will be examined. The course will also provide an introduction to the analytical methods used to test biopharmaceutical products for critical quality attributes. The role of the regulatory agencies, like the US Food and Drug Administration, and the regulations that govern the industry will be introduced throughout the course in the context of the bioprocess to which they relate. Students taking the course for Upper Level BME or Graduate credit will need to complete a semester-end project. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 310 PREREQUISITES: BIO110, CHM132, CHE243 OR ME225, CHE244 or Permission of Instructor
CHE 272 CHE PROCESS CONTROL CHIMOWITZ E MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Lectures, problem sets, and design projects. Introduction to the dynamic behavior of chemical engineering systems and to the analysis of feedback control systems. Methods of design of single feedback loops and multivariable systems are covered.. BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 108
CHE 272 CHE PROC DONTROL REC I CHIMOWITZ E M 10:25AM - 11:40AM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 244
CHE 272 CHE PROC CONTROL REC II CHIMOWITZ E W 10:25AM - 11:40AM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 244
CHE 276 (CHE 276) POLYMER CHEMISTRY TENHAEFF W TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
An introduction to polymerization reaction mechanisms. The kinetics of commercially relevant polymerizations are emphasized along with a discussion of important, contemporary polymerization schemes. Approaches to functionalize polymers and surface-initiated polymerizations will also be covered. An overview of polymer characterization techniques, emphasizing compositional analysis, will be presented. The course is intended for graduate students in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Biomedical Engineering, but advanced undergraduates are welcome. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105
CHE 282 (CHE 282) PROC MICROELEC DEVICE JORNE J TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This course features an overview of processes used in the fabrication of microelectronic devices, with emphasis on chemical engineering principles and methods of analysis. Modeling and processing of microelectronic devices. Includes introduction to physics and technology of solid state devices grade silicon, microlithography, thermal processing, chemical vapor deposition, etching and ion implantation and damascene processing. Course is offered August 29 - October 17th BUILDING: MEL \| ROOM: 205
CHE 287 (CHE 287) SURFACE ANALYSIS SHESTOPALOV A TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Graduate and advanced undergraduate course on surface-specific analytical techniques. The first few lectures of the course will cover basic thermodynamics and kinetics of solid-liquid and solid-gas interfaces, including surface energy and tension, surface forces, adsorption and chemisorption, and self-assembly. The rest of the class will focus on surface spectroscopy and microscopy, including X-ray and UV photoelectron spectroscopy, Auger spectroscopy, secondary ion mass spectrometry, IR and Raman spectroscopy/microscopy and scanning probe microscopy. BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1005
CHE 288 (CHE 288) INTRO TO ENERGY SYSTEMS YATES M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
The goal of this course is to provide a succinct introduction to the different means of producing energy. The first and second laws of thermodynamics are reviewed to introduce the concepts of conservation of energy and efficiency. Then these concepts are applied to a number of different energy technologies, including wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, fuel cells, biomass, and nuclear. For each type of technology, a technical introduction is given so that the student will understand the governing scientific principles. BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 270
CHE 391 INDEPENDENT STUDY – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 392 PRACTICUM – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 394 INDEPENDENT INTERNSHIP – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 395 RESEARCH – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 396 SPECIAL PROJECTS – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
CHE 272 CHE PROC DONTROL REC I CHIMOWITZ E M 10:25AM - 11:40AM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 244
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES KELLEY F M 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Hands-on experience with concepts in phase equilibrium, heat and mass transfer, and chemical kinetics. Emphasis on measurement techniques, data analysis, and experimental design. Involves structured experiments, open-ended projects, and oral or written reports. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: CHE 113, CHE 243, CHE 244, CHE 225, CHE 250, CHE 231
CHE 244 HEAT & MASS TRANSFER REC CHEN S M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 109
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES I KELLEY F M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 225 CHE THERMODYNAMICS - REC – M 6:15PM - 7:30PM
No description BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1400
CHE 264 (CHE 264) BIOFUELS WU J M 6:15PM - 8:55PM
This course will provide the student with a grounding in the fundamental principles of biofuels, including their sources, properties, and the biological processes by which they are made. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 310 PREREQUISITES: Some BIO background preferred
Monday and Wednesday
CHE 272 CHE PROCESS CONTROL CHIMOWITZ E MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Lectures, problem sets, and design projects. Introduction to the dynamic behavior of chemical engineering systems and to the analysis of feedback control systems. Methods of design of single feedback loops and multivariable systems are covered.. BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 108
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Tuesday
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES II KELLEY F T 11:05AM - 12:20PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 246 CHE PRINCIPLES LAB KELLEY F T 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
Tuesday and Thursday
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS WU J TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Course Content and Method of Instruction: Lectures and discussion. Methodology and problem solving techniques in chemical engineering; the concepts of mass and energy conservation in both reacting and non-reacting chemical systems; the concept of equilibrium in chemical and physical systems and the basic principles of thermodynamics are presented; both steady state and transient behavior are discussed for some special systems. BUILDING: DEWEY \| ROOM: 2162 PREREQUISITES: Freshman Chemistry; MTH 161, 162, or permission of instructor. Restrictions: Not open to freshmen.
CHE 276 (CHE 276) POLYMER CHEMISTRY TENHAEFF W TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
An introduction to polymerization reaction mechanisms. The kinetics of commercially relevant polymerizations are emphasized along with a discussion of important, contemporary polymerization schemes. Approaches to functionalize polymers and surface-initiated polymerizations will also be covered. An overview of polymer characterization techniques, emphasizing compositional analysis, will be presented. The course is intended for graduate students in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Biomedical Engineering, but advanced undergraduates are welcome. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105
CHE 287 (CHE 287) SURFACE ANALYSIS SHESTOPALOV A TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Graduate and advanced undergraduate course on surface-specific analytical techniques. The first few lectures of the course will cover basic thermodynamics and kinetics of solid-liquid and solid-gas interfaces, including surface energy and tension, surface forces, adsorption and chemisorption, and self-assembly. The rest of the class will focus on surface spectroscopy and microscopy, including X-ray and UV photoelectron spectroscopy, Auger spectroscopy, secondary ion mass spectrometry, IR and Raman spectroscopy/microscopy and scanning probe microscopy. BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1005
CHE 288 (CHE 288) INTRO TO ENERGY SYSTEMS YATES M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
The goal of this course is to provide a succinct introduction to the different means of producing energy. The first and second laws of thermodynamics are reviewed to introduce the concepts of conservation of energy and efficiency. Then these concepts are applied to a number of different energy technologies, including wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, fuel cells, biomass, and nuclear. For each type of technology, a technical introduction is given so that the student will understand the governing scientific principles. BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 270
CHE 225 (CHE 225) CHE THERMODYNAMICS MUELLER A TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Junior level core chemical engineering course in classical thermodynamics. The laws of thermodynamics are covered with particular emphasis on application to chemical and engineering processes. Concepts include the conservation of energy in processes, the direction of spontaneous change, the limited efficiency in converting heat into useful power, and the composition of systems in phase and chemical equilibrium. Equations of state are used to model fluids and calculate their thermodynamic properties. Graduate level Thermodynamics will include extra reading material and additional assignments on modeling properties of pure fluids BUILDING: WEGMN \| ROOM: 1400 PREREQUISITES: Prerequisite: Junior standing.
CHE 244 (CHE 244) HEAT & MASS TRANSFER CHEN S TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
An introduction to heat and mass transfer mechanisms and process rates. The principles of energy and mass conservation serve to formulate equations governing conductive, convective, and radiative heat transfer as well as diffusive and convective mass transfer. Both steady-state and transient problems up to three dimensions are treated in the absence and presence of chemical reactions. The gained fundamental knowledge base is applied to design heat- and mass-transfer operations. BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 101 PREREQUISITES: CHE 243, PHY121, MTH165
CHE 282 (CHE 282) PROC MICROELEC DEVICE JORNE J TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This course features an overview of processes used in the fabrication of microelectronic devices, with emphasis on chemical engineering principles and methods of analysis. Modeling and processing of microelectronic devices. Includes introduction to physics and technology of solid state devices grade silicon, microlithography, thermal processing, chemical vapor deposition, etching and ion implantation and damascene processing. Course is offered August 29 - October 17th BUILDING: MEL \| ROOM: 205
CHE 258 (CHE 258) ELECTROCHEM&ENGG & FUEL CELL JORNE J; MATHIAS M TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
The course will concentrate on presenting the principles of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering, and the design considerations for the development of fuel cells capable of satisfying the projected performance of an electric car. The course is expected to prepare you for the challenges of energy conversion and storage and the environment in the 21st century. BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 270
CHE 150 (CHE 150) GREEN ENERGY POROSOFF M TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
An introductory engineering course about energy production, conversion, and utilization. The first half of the course covers energy and power metrics, material and energy balances and the fundamental laws of thermodynamics. The remainder of the course examines traditional and alternative energy sources, energy distribution, and energy utilization. Course activities include weekly homework assignments, exams, and a project. Emphasis is on assumption-based problem solving. BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 321 PREREQUISITES: Restrictions: Not open to Engineering Juniors and Seniors.
CHE 259 (CHE 259) TRANSPORT PHENOMENA IN BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS FOSTER D TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course will provide an overview of transport phenomena in biological systems that are critical to the function of all living organisms. The fundamental laws and equations of transport phenomena will be applied to topics including cellular, cardiovascular, respiratory, liver and kidney transport, blood flow and rheology, and circulation in tissues and arteries. BUILDING: MEL \| ROOM: 224 PREREQUISITES: PHY 121, MTH 164, MTH 165 (can be taken concurrently), CHE 243 preferred but not required
Wednesday
CHE 272 CHE PROC CONTROL REC II CHIMOWITZ E W 10:25AM - 11:40AM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 244
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F W 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 260 (CHE 260) SOLAR CELLS IOANNIDIS ZAC W 6:15PM - 8:55PM
This course will introduce students to the basics of photovoltaic devices: physics of semiconductors; pn junctions; Schottky barriers; processes governing carrier generation, transport and recombination; analysis of solar cell efficiency; crystalline and thin-film solar cells, tandem structures, dye-sensitized and organic solar cells. Students will learn about current photovoltaic technologies including manufacturing processes, and also the economics of solar cells as an alternative energy source. Critical analysis of recent advances and key publications will be a part of the course work. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
Wednesday and Friday
CHE 266 (BME 266) BIOPROCESS ENGINEERING CONDON J WF 11:50AM - 1:05PM
This course will explore the bioprocesses involved in producing a biopharmaceutical product (therapeutic proteins, cell therapy products, and vaccines). The course will take a stepwise journey through a typical production process from the perspective of a Bioprocess Engineer, starting with cell culture and moving downstream through purification and final fill. Engineering concepts involved in bioreactor design and control, cell removal/recovery operations, and protein purification will be examined. The course will also provide an introduction to the analytical methods used to test biopharmaceutical products for critical quality attributes. The role of the regulatory agencies, like the US Food and Drug Administration, and the regulations that govern the industry will be introduced throughout the course in the context of the bioprocess to which they relate. Students taking the course for Upper Level BME or Graduate credit will need to complete a semester-end project. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 310 PREREQUISITES: BIO110, CHM132, CHE243 OR ME225, CHE244 or Permission of Instructor
Thursday
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F R 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
Friday
CHE 150 (CHE 150) GREEN ENERGY - REC POROSOFF M F 9:00AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: CSB \| ROOM: 209
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS-REC WU J F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description BUILDING: DEWEY \| ROOM: 2162
CHE 246 LAB IN CHE PRINCIPLES - LAB KELLEY F F 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
TBA
CHE 391 INDEPENDENT STUDY – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 392 PRACTICUM – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 394 INDEPENDENT INTERNSHIP – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 395 RESEARCH – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 396 SPECIAL PROJECTS – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM: