| 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
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.
Program
Educational Objectives Produce Graduates who:
- Are prepared to begin working in an environment
that requires the use and further development of knowledge and skills to serve in a
variety of roles. This would include defining and diagnosing problems, developing and
implementing solutions to problems with technical and non-technical elements, designing
new processes and equipment, serving as a team member, and leading others.
- 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 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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