Undergraduate Program

Term Schedule

Fall 2020

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
CHE 113-1 Chemical Process Analysis Melodie Lawton 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. Pre-reqs: Freshman Chemistry, MTH 161, 162 or permission of instructor. Restrictions: NOT open to first-years. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 109 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
CHE 113-2 Chemical Process Analysis Recitation Melodie Lawton F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description Location Hutchison Hall Room 141 (F 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
CHE 150-1 Intro to Sustainable Energy Marc Porosoff TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
An introductory engineering course about energy production, conversion, storage 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, viewed through the lens of sustainable energy production and utilization over the next century. Course activities include homework assignments, exams, and a group design project. Emphasis is on assumption-based problem solving. Restrictions: Not open to engineering juniors and seniors Location Online Room 3 (ASE) (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
CHE 150-2 Intro to Sustainable Energy Recitation Rachel Monfredo F 9:00AM - 10:15AM
No description Location Gavett Hall Room 301 (F 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
CHE 225-1 Thermodynamics I Astrid Mueller; Alexander Shestopalov 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. Pre-req: Junior standing Location Strong Auditorium Room 011 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
CHE 225-3 Thermodynamics I Recitation Astrid Mueller; Alexander Shestopalov F 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Junior level core chemical engineering recitation in classical thermodynamics. Location Hoyt Hall Room 104 (F 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
CHE 244-1 Heat & Mass Transfer Mitchell Anthamatten; Shaw-Horng Chen 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. Pre-reqs: CHE 243, PHY 121, MTH 165 Location Hoyt Hall Room 104 (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
CHE 244-2 Heat & Mass Transfer Recitation – M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description Location Hutchison Hall Room 141 (M 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
CHE 246-1 Lab in CHE Principles Melodie Lawton 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. Open to Chemical Engineering Seniors ONLY Location Goergen Hall Room 101 (M 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
CHE 246-3 Lab in CHE Principles Recitation Melodie Lawton F 11:50AM - 1:05PM
No description Location Gavett Hall Room 208 (F 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
CHE 246-4 Lab in CHE Principles - Lab Melodie Lawton W 2:00PM - 5:00PM
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. Location Gavett Hall Room 117 (W 2:00PM - 5:00PM)
CHE 246-6 Lab in CHE Principles - Lab Melodie Lawton R 2:00PM - 5:00PM
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. Location Gavett Hall Room 117 (R 2:00PM - 5:00PM)
CHE 258-1 Electrochem Batt & Fuel Cell Mark Mathias TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This course will present principles of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering, leading into design considerations for the development of battery and fuel cell systems. The course will prepare you to understand the role of energy conversion and storage to address environmental challenges, with specific focus on electric vehicles and load-leveling of the electric grid. Location Goergen Hall Room 101 (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
CHE 264-1 Biofuels J Wu 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. Pre-reqs: BIO 110 or equivalent Location Gavett Hall Room 202 (M 6:15PM - 8:55PM)
CHE 266-1 Bioprocess Engineering Jason Condon 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. Pre-requisites: BIO110, CHM132, CHE243 or ME225, CHE466 or Permission of Instructor Location Online Room 22 (ASE) (WF 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
CHE 268-1 Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics David Foster TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course will provide an introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with emphasis on both the theory and the practical application to simple and complex problems. The course begins with a study of finite difference and finite volume models of one-dimensional partial differential equations. These equations are central to the understanding of more complex CFD models. The course will use ANSYS Fluent, a commercial CFD code, to solve both simple and complex simulations including both laminar and turbulent flow as well as heat transfer. The course will be a combination of traditional lectures, in-class projects and independent project work. Location Hylan Building Room 303 (TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
CHE 268-2 Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics ONLINE David Foster TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course will provide an introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with emphasis on both the theory and the practical application to simple and complex problems. The course begins with a study of finite difference and finite volume models of one-dimensional partial differential equations. These equations are central to the understanding of more complex CFD models. The course will use ANSYS Fluent, a commercial CFD code, to solve both simple and complex simulations including both laminar and turbulent flow as well as heat transfer. The course will be a combination of traditional lectures, in-class projects and independent project work. Location (TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
CHE 272-1 CHE Process Control Eldred Chimowitz 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. Course open to Senior CHE students ONLY Location Gavett Hall Room 301 (MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
CHE 272-2 Proc Control Rec I – M 10:25AM - 11:40AM
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. Location Gavett Hall Room 244 (M 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
CHE 272-3 Proc Control Rec II – W 10:25AM - 11:40AM
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. Location Gavett Hall Room 244 (W 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
CHE 272-4 Proc Control Rec III – R 9:40AM - 10:55AM
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. Location Gavett Hall Room 117 (R 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
CHE 276-1 Polymer Chemistry Wyatt Tenhaeff 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. Location Gavett Hall Room 206 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
CHE 288-1 Intro to Energy Systems Matthew Yates TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
The goal of this course is to provide a succinct introduction to the different means ofproducing energy. The first and second laws of thermodynamics are reviewed tointroduce the concepts of conservation of energy and efficiency. Then these conceptsare applied to a number of different energy technologies, including wind, hydroelectric,geothermal, fuel cells, biomass, and nuclear. For each type of technology, a technicalintroduction is given so that the student will understand the governing scientificprinciples. Location Gavett Hall Room 202 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
CHE 391-1 Independent Study – –
Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed thru the instructions for online independent study registration.
CHE 394-1 Independent Internship – –
Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed thru the instructions for online independent study registration.
CHE 395-1 Independent Research – –
Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed thru the instructions for online independent study registration.

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
CHE 272-2 Proc Control Rec I –
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.
CHE 246-1 Lab in CHE Principles Melodie Lawton
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. Open to Chemical Engineering Seniors ONLY
CHE 244-2 Heat & Mass Transfer Recitation –
No description
CHE 264-1 Biofuels J Wu
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. Pre-reqs: BIO 110 or equivalent
Monday and Wednesday
CHE 272-1 CHE Process Control Eldred Chimowitz
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. Course open to Senior CHE students ONLY
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Tuesday and Thursday
CHE 113-1 Chemical Process Analysis Melodie Lawton
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. Pre-reqs: Freshman Chemistry, MTH 161, 162 or permission of instructor. Restrictions: NOT open to first-years.
CHE 276-1 Polymer Chemistry Wyatt Tenhaeff
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.
CHE 288-1 Intro to Energy Systems Matthew Yates
The goal of this course is to provide a succinct introduction to the different means ofproducing energy. The first and second laws of thermodynamics are reviewed tointroduce the concepts of conservation of energy and efficiency. Then these conceptsare applied to a number of different energy technologies, including wind, hydroelectric,geothermal, fuel cells, biomass, and nuclear. For each type of technology, a technicalintroduction is given so that the student will understand the governing scientificprinciples.
CHE 225-1 Thermodynamics I Astrid Mueller; Alexander Shestopalov
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. Pre-req: Junior standing
CHE 244-1 Heat & Mass Transfer Mitchell Anthamatten; Shaw-Horng Chen
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. Pre-reqs: CHE 243, PHY 121, MTH 165
CHE 258-1 Electrochem Batt & Fuel Cell Mark Mathias
This course will present principles of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering, leading into design considerations for the development of battery and fuel cell systems. The course will prepare you to understand the role of energy conversion and storage to address environmental challenges, with specific focus on electric vehicles and load-leveling of the electric grid.
CHE 150-1 Intro to Sustainable Energy Marc Porosoff
An introductory engineering course about energy production, conversion, storage 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, viewed through the lens of sustainable energy production and utilization over the next century. Course activities include homework assignments, exams, and a group design project. Emphasis is on assumption-based problem solving. Restrictions: Not open to engineering juniors and seniors
CHE 268-1 Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics David Foster
This course will provide an introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with emphasis on both the theory and the practical application to simple and complex problems. The course begins with a study of finite difference and finite volume models of one-dimensional partial differential equations. These equations are central to the understanding of more complex CFD models. The course will use ANSYS Fluent, a commercial CFD code, to solve both simple and complex simulations including both laminar and turbulent flow as well as heat transfer. The course will be a combination of traditional lectures, in-class projects and independent project work.
CHE 268-2 Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics ONLINE David Foster
This course will provide an introduction to computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with emphasis on both the theory and the practical application to simple and complex problems. The course begins with a study of finite difference and finite volume models of one-dimensional partial differential equations. These equations are central to the understanding of more complex CFD models. The course will use ANSYS Fluent, a commercial CFD code, to solve both simple and complex simulations including both laminar and turbulent flow as well as heat transfer. The course will be a combination of traditional lectures, in-class projects and independent project work.
Wednesday
CHE 272-3 Proc Control Rec II –
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.
CHE 246-4 Lab in CHE Principles - Lab Melodie Lawton
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.
Wednesday and Friday
CHE 266-1 Bioprocess Engineering Jason Condon
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. Pre-requisites: BIO110, CHM132, CHE243 or ME225, CHE466 or Permission of Instructor
Thursday
CHE 272-4 Proc Control Rec III –
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.
CHE 246-6 Lab in CHE Principles - Lab Melodie Lawton
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.
Friday
CHE 150-2 Intro to Sustainable Energy Recitation Rachel Monfredo
No description
CHE 246-3 Lab in CHE Principles Recitation Melodie Lawton
No description
CHE 113-2 Chemical Process Analysis Recitation Melodie Lawton
No description
CHE 225-3 Thermodynamics I Recitation Astrid Mueller; Alexander Shestopalov
Junior level core chemical engineering recitation in classical thermodynamics.