| DEPARTMENT
OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The curriculum of
Chemical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation
Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Chair: B. Keith Harrison (460-6160)
Professors Emeritus: Rodriguez, Stark
Professors: Askew, Dhawan, Harrison, Hayhurst, Huddleston, Sylvester
Assistant Professor: Morisani
Part-Time Lectures: Lyle, Surline, Yazdi
Chemical Engineering is the profession in which a knowledge of mathematics,
chemistry, and the other natural sciences gained by study, experience,
and practice is applied with judgement to develop economic ways of
using materials and energy for the benefit of mankind. The program
required for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
provides fundamental instruction in mathematics, chemistry, physics,
and engineering. This education prepares the graduate to seek employment
in petroleum refineries, the manufacturing of synthetic fibers, steel
mills, paper mills, ore processing, plastics, and pharmaceuticals.
Also, he or she may be found in related areas of design, nuclear energy,
and pollution abatement, as well as management. If the graduate prefers,
he or she is adequately prepared to pursue additional studies in a
graduate program.
Chemical engineering students are required to take the Chemical Engineering
discipline specific Fundamentals of Engineering examination of Alabama
or another state prior to graduation. All electives must be approved
by the student’s advisor. Degree requirements include a minimum of
18 semester hours of approved electives in the Humanities and Social
Sciences.
Satisfactory completion of the 134 hour program outlined below leads
to a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. Students must also
comply with the College of Engineering Requirements for a Degree which
are covered in the Bulletin under College of Engineering.
Program
Educational Objectives Produce Graduates who:
- Are prepared to begin working in an environment that requires
problem solving skills, often utilizing a team based approach.
- Can apply technical knowledge that is fundamental to the practice
of chemical engineering, using techniques, skills and modern engineering
tools as appropriate.
- Have strength in the application of modern computational techniques
to the solution of chemical engineering problems.
- As an emphasis, are prepared to function as a chemical engineer
in the traditional chemical and petroleum process industries, especially
in the Gulf Coast region.
- Demonstrate proficiency in written, graphical, and oral communications.
- Realize the importance of the continual development of knowledge
and skills after graduation.
- Have an education that prepares them for a productive and rewarding
life, including an appreciation for professional, business and ethical
responsibilities.
BACHELOR
OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING - 134 HOURS
FIRST YEAR
Fall
EH 101 English Composition I
MA 125 Calculus I
CH 131 Chemistry I
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
|
3 Hours
4 Hours
4 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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17 Hours |
Spring
EH 102 English Composition II
MA 126 Calculus II
CH 132 Chemistry II
PH 201 Cal-Based Physics I
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
|
3 Hours
4 Hours
4 Hours
4 Hours
3 Hours
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18 Hours |
SECOND YEAR
Fall
MA 227 Calculus III
CH 201 Organic Chemistry I
PH 202 Calculus-Based Physics II
CHE 201 Chemical Engr Calculations
|
4 Hours
5 Hours
4 Hours
3 Hours
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16 Hours |
Spring
MA 238 Differential Equations
CH 265 Quantitative Analysis
CHE 202 Chemical Engr Calculations II
EG 270 Engineering Thermodynamics
EG 283 Statics
|
3 Hours
5 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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17 Hours |
THIRD YEAR
Fall
CH 301 Physical Chemistry I
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
EG 230 Economics
CHE 321 Unit Operations I
CHE 311 Equilibrium Stage Operations |
5 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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17 Hours |
Spring
CH 302 Physical Chemistry II
ST 315 Statistics
CHE 332 Thermophysical Prop Estimation
CHE 322 Unit Operations II
CHE 342 Engineering Communication
|
5 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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17 Hours |
FOURTH YEAR
Fall
CHE 431 Thermodynamics II
CHE 421 Unit Operations III
CHE 441 Operations Laboratory I
CHE 461 Design I
EG 220 Electrical Circuits
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
|
3 Hours
3 Hours
1 Hour
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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16 Hours |
Spring
CHE 472 Reactor Design
CHE 452 Process Dynamics and Controls
CHE 462 Process Design II
CHE 442 Operations Laboratory
Technical Elective
H/SS Humanities/Social Science
|
3 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
1 Hours
3 Hours
3 Hours
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16 Hours |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
A Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering is offered
requiring advanced course work in core areas of chemical engineering
such as separations, reactor design, and thermodynamics. The student
is offered a wide latitude in choosing electives to build expertise
in associated areas such as computer science and waste treatment.
Students with chemistry backgrounds can qualify for admission by taking
a prescribed series of undergraduate courses. See
degree requirements
Descriptions
of all Chemical Engineering (CHE) courses
College of
Engineering
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