Undergraduate Program

Term Schedule

Fall 2018

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS ANTHAMATTEN M; 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 – 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 226 THERMODYNAMICS II SHESTOPALOV A TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Advanced core chemical engineering course in classical thermodynamics and introduction to statistical mechanics. The classical laws of thermodynamics are covered with a particular emphasis on application to solution thermodynamics, phase equilibria and chemical equilibria. Concepts include fugacities and activities of species in solutions. Residual, partial and excess properties of mixtures and solutions. Vapor-liquid equilibrium in multicomponent systems. Reaction equilibria in multi-reaction and multi-phase systems. The course also covers elements of statistical thermodynamics and the interpretation of macroscopic thermodynamic properties through microscopic molecular states. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 206
CHE 226 THERMODYNAMICS II - REC SHESTOPALOV A F 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 206
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 (CHE 244) HEAT & MASS TRANSFER - REC CHEN S M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 109
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB - LECTURE KELLEY F M 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Operation and scale-up of chemical process equipment for chemical reaction and purification. Examination of the factors that affect performance in practice. Exploratory experiments and preliminary experimental design, as well as oral and written reports are required. CHE 246 (junior lab) is a required pre-req for this course. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: CHE 243, 244, 231, and 250
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES REC KELLEY F M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES REC KELLEY F T 11:05AM - 12:20PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F W 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F R 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F T 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
CHE 258 (CHE 258) ELECTROCHEMICAL ENGINEERING & FUEL CELLS JORNE J TR 6:15PM - 7:30PM
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. Course is offered October 23rd - December 11th BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
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 273 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING PROCESS DESIGN CHIMOWITZ E MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
The course is a process simulation course that covers material related to the conception and design of chemical processes. It requires the extensive use of computational methods/tools. The first half pf the course covers: heat exchanger network analysis using the pinch method for energy and environmentally efficient process design, the Problem Table algorithm, MER design using stream splitting and column integration in flow-sheets, grand composite curve development and its use for waste heat recovery by steam -raising, the formulation of the energy system design problem in terms of linear programming. The second part of the course will focus upon modeling process flowsheet dynamics, an integral part of the design process. The ability to use computational software packages like MATHEMATICA/MATLAB/EXCEL/ PYTHON will be expected in many of the homework assignments BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 108 PREREQUISITES: CHE 225, CHE 244 and MTH 165
CHE 273 PROCESS DESIGN - REC CHIMOWITZ E F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202
CHE 276 POLYMER SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION – 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: \| ROOM: PREREQUISITES: CHM 203
CHE 282 (CHE 282) PROCESSING MICROELECTRONIC DEVICES JORNE J TR 6:15PM - 7:30PM
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 30th -October 18th BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
CHE 288 (CHE 288) INTRO TO ENERGY SYSTEMS MATHIAS 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 393 SENIOR PROJECT – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 394 INDEPENDENT INTERSHIP – –
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 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB - LECTURE KELLEY F M 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Operation and scale-up of chemical process equipment for chemical reaction and purification. Examination of the factors that affect performance in practice. Exploratory experiments and preliminary experimental design, as well as oral and written reports are required. CHE 246 (junior lab) is a required pre-req for this course. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: CHE 243, 244, 231, and 250
CHE 244 (CHE 244) HEAT & MASS TRANSFER - REC CHEN S M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: B&L \| ROOM: 109
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES REC 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 273 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING PROCESS DESIGN CHIMOWITZ E MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
The course is a process simulation course that covers material related to the conception and design of chemical processes. It requires the extensive use of computational methods/tools. The first half pf the course covers: heat exchanger network analysis using the pinch method for energy and environmentally efficient process design, the Problem Table algorithm, MER design using stream splitting and column integration in flow-sheets, grand composite curve development and its use for waste heat recovery by steam -raising, the formulation of the energy system design problem in terms of linear programming. The second part of the course will focus upon modeling process flowsheet dynamics, an integral part of the design process. The ability to use computational software packages like MATHEMATICA/MATLAB/EXCEL/ PYTHON will be expected in many of the homework assignments BUILDING: GRGEN \| ROOM: 108 PREREQUISITES: CHE 225, CHE 244 and MTH 165
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Tuesday
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES REC KELLEY F T 11:05AM - 12:20PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 117
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F T 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
Tuesday and Thursday
CHE 113 CHEMICAL PROC ANALYSIS ANTHAMATTEN M; 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 POLYMER SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION – 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: \| ROOM: PREREQUISITES: CHM 203
CHE 288 (CHE 288) INTRO TO ENERGY SYSTEMS MATHIAS 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 226 THERMODYNAMICS II SHESTOPALOV A TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Advanced core chemical engineering course in classical thermodynamics and introduction to statistical mechanics. The classical laws of thermodynamics are covered with a particular emphasis on application to solution thermodynamics, phase equilibria and chemical equilibria. Concepts include fugacities and activities of species in solutions. Residual, partial and excess properties of mixtures and solutions. Vapor-liquid equilibrium in multicomponent systems. Reaction equilibria in multi-reaction and multi-phase systems. The course also covers elements of statistical thermodynamics and the interpretation of macroscopic thermodynamic properties through microscopic molecular states. BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 206
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 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
CHE 258 (CHE 258) ELECTROCHEMICAL ENGINEERING & FUEL CELLS JORNE J TR 6:15PM - 7:30PM
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. Course is offered October 23rd - December 11th BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
CHE 282 (CHE 282) PROCESSING MICROELECTRONIC DEVICES JORNE J TR 6:15PM - 7:30PM
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 30th -October 18th BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 312
Wednesday
CHE 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F W 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
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 255 CHE PROCESSES LAB KELLEY F R 2:00PM - 5:00PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 119
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 – F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description BUILDING: DEWEY \| ROOM: 2162
CHE 273 PROCESS DESIGN - REC CHIMOWITZ E F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 202
CHE 226 THERMODYNAMICS II - REC SHESTOPALOV A F 3:25PM - 4:40PM
No description BUILDING: GAVET \| ROOM: 206
TBA
CHE 391 INDEPENDENT STUDY – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 392 PRACTICUM – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 393 SENIOR PROJECT – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 394 INDEPENDENT INTERSHIP – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 395 RESEARCH – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHE 396 SPECIAL PROJECTS – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM: