College of Engineering and Computer Science
Aerospace Engineering
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AEE 270 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports, or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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AEE 290 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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AEE 342 - Aerodynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Vorticity, circulation, potential flow and superposition of flows. Lift, drag, moments of two- and three-dimensional wings. Thin airfoil theories. Panel methods. Lifting-line theory. Flow separation and stall. Viscous drag reduction.
PREREQ: MAE 341
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AEE 343 - Compressible Flow College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Isentropic flow, normal and oblique shock waves, expansion fans. Compressible flow in converging and diverging nozzles. Course includes lab component with written report.
PREREQ: MAE 251 AND MAE 341
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AEE 427 - Aircraft Performance and Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Wing aerodynamic, thrust and drag. Performance analysis of aircraft: take-off, landing, climbing, gliding, turns, range and load factors. Control surfaces. Longitudinal and lateral static stability. Dynamic stability. Introduction to autopilot.
PREREQ: MAE 341
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AEE 442 - High Speed Aerodynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Approximate theories of airfoils and wings, including linearized approximations, singularity distribution and vortex lattice method; effect of sweep; delta wings; method of characteristics, finite difference schemes, and time-dependent approaches.
PREREQ: MAE 342 AND 343
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AEE 446 - Propulsion College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fluid dynamics and thermodynamics of airbreathing engines, including gas turbine, ramjet and scramjet. Engine component analysis, including inlets, combustors, nozzles, and turbomachines. Introduction to rocket propulsion.
PREREQ: AEE 343
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AEE 470 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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AEE 471 - Design/Analysis of Aerospace Structure College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Structural configuration of modern aircraft and spacecraft. Vehicle design requirements. Symmetric and unsymmetric beams. Single and multicell thin-walled tubes. Skin-stringer construction. Shear flow. Shear lag. Ring, frame, and fuselage analysis. Finite element analysis. Design projects.
PREREQ: ECS 325
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AEE 472 - Synth of Aerosp Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Design of a subsonic, supersonic, or VTOL aircraft; a missile system; or a spacecraft to meet specified performance and cost criteria. Oral and written preliminary and final reports.
PREREQ: AEE 427
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AEE 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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AEE 491 - Hypersonics Research Project I College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Irregularly
In depth exploration of a problem in the field of hypersonics under the supervision of a faculty member. Projects may be experimental or computational research on hypersonic phenomena, or a conceptual study of hypersonic vehicles.
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AEE 492 - HypHypersonics Research Project II College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Irregularly
Advanced research on a problem in the field of hypersonics under the supervision of a faculty member. Projects may be experimental or computational research on hypersonics phenomena, or a conceptual study of hypersonic vehicles.
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AEE 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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AEE 527 - Helicopter Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Introduction to the helicopter; hover- and vertical-flight analysis; autorotation and vertical descent; blade motion and rotor control; aerodynamics of forward flight.
PREREQ: AEE 342 AND AEE 427
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AEE 542 - Hypersonic/High Temperature Gas Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Inviscid and viscous hypersonic fluid dynamics with and without high temperature effects. Approximate and exact methods for analyzing hypersonic flows. Elements of statistical thermodynamics, kinetic theory, and nonequilibrium gas dynamics. Experimental methods.
PREREQ: MAE 251 AND AEE 343
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AEE 577 - Introduction to Space Flight College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Two-body orbital mechanics, orbits and trajectories, interplanetary transfers, vehicle and booster performance.
PREREQ: ECS 222
Bioengineering
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BEN 212 - Experimental Methods in Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 212
Statistical analysis and presentation of experimental data. Parameter estimation. Design of experiments. Hardware and software for computer interfacing. Collection, analysis, and reporting of laboratory data.
PREREQ: MAT 296 AND ECS 104
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BEN 231 - Mass and Energy Balances College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 231
Material balances for single units and multistage processes. Recycle and bypass streams. Gas laws. Energy balances including latent and sensible heat effects, heats of reaction. Applications to biomedical processes.
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BEN 270 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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BEN 280 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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BEN 301 - Biological Principles for Engineers College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to cell types and structure, nucleic acids, proteins and enzyme kinetics. Gene expression including transcription, translation and post-translational modification. Introduction to genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics. Genetic engineering and tissue engineering. Applications to biotechnology.
PREREQ: CHE 275 AND MAT 397 AND ECS 104
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BEN 333 - Fluid Transport College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 333
Fluid statics. Shear stress and viscosity. Energy and momentum balances for flow systems. Dimensional analysis. Friction and drag coefficients. Turbulent flow of compressible and incompressible fluids. Non-Newtonian fluids.
PREREQ: MAT 397 AND (PHY 212 OR PHY 216 )
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BEN 341 - Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 341
Principles of heat and mass transfer. Conduction, convection, and radiation. Thermal properties of materials. Solutions of steady state and transient heat and mass transfer problems. Diffusion with chemical reaction. Convective mass transfer.
PREREQ: CEN 333 OR BEN 333
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BEN 364 - Quantitative Physiology College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: BEN 664
Introduction to mammalian physiology from an engineering perspective. Each of the major systems of the body will be addressed, with an emphasis on electrical, mechanical, and thermodynamic principles Lecture and laboratory. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: BEN 301
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BEN 400 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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BEN 433 - Drug Delivery College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 433
Double Numbered with: BEN 633
Integration of biology, chemistry, and engineering to understand how pharmaceuticals are delivered to, and behave within, the body. Includes drug formulation, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, controlled release, and targeted delivery. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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BEN 458 - Biomedical Imaging College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: BEN 658
Basics of imaging techniques useful for biological and medical applications. Microscopy, electron microscopy, acoustic microscopy, atomic force microscopy, magnetic resonance imaging. Discussion of images and literature. MRI laboratory exercises.
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BEN 462 - Biofuels, Bioproducts, and Biorefining College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 462
Double Numbered with: BEN 662
Survey of modern technologies available for the production of transportation fuels from abundant natural resources. Additional work required of graduate students.
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BEN 465 - Biomechanics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: BEN 665
Functions and mechanical properties of cells and tissues, how those cells and tissues combine to form structures, the properties and behaviors of those structures, and biomechanical techniques to analyze the structures and individual components.
PREREQ: ECS 221 AND MAT 485 AND BEN 364
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BEN 466 - Advanced Biomechanics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3-4 credit(s) Irregularly
Double Numbered with: BEN 666
Introduction to kinesiology and kinematics; finite element method; joint force analysis and the properties of bone cartilage and tendon as related to functional analysis of bone-joint systems.
PREREQ: BEN 465
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BEN 468 - Biomaterials & Medical Devices College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: BEN 668
Materials science and biological issues associated with medical devices and biomaterials are discussed. Bulk and surface materials science, tissue engineering, degradation and biocompatibility are addressed and related to medical device design and regulatory issues.
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BEN 470 - Experience Credit College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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BEN 473 - Biomanufacturing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 473
Double Numbered with: BEN 673
Students learn the governing principles of conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, which are adapted/modified to engineer living tissues/organs, biomedical products and test-platforms for investigating fundamental cell biology. Extra work required for grad students.
PREREQ: BEN 364 OR BEN 664
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BEN 474 - Medical Image Processing & Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: BEN 674
Introductory medical image processing and analysis. An open source software that has been developed for this purpose will be used. Additional work required of graduate students.
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BEN 481 - Bioinstrumentation College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Measurement and analysis of biological signals in the time and frequency domain. Operational amplifiers, analog, and digital signal processing; sensors and sources of biopotentials; biopotential electrodes. Matlab, Labview and C programming.
PREREQ: ELE 231 AND ELE 232
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BEN 485 - Bioengineering Laboratory College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Practical experience in the design, execution and analysis of experiments related to biomechanics and bioinstrumentation. Technical writing skills will also be emphasized. One four-hour laboratory a week.
COREQ: BEN 465 AND BEN 481
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BEN 487 - Bioengineering Capstone Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Bioengineering design experience. Lecture, discussion, active learning components. Team design of biomedical system, device, or process from concept through prototype production. Includes design strategy, reliability, FDA regulations, patents, oral, and written presentations.
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BEN 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by the student.
Repeatable
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BEN 498 - Senior Thesis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Mentored investigation of an approved topic under the supervision of a member of the faculty. A written report and oral presentation are required in accordance with program guidelines.
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BEN 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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BEN 500 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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BEN 541 - Principles of Tissue Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Cellular and biomaterials principles relevant to tissue engineering, focusing on cellular and tissue organization; regulation of cell behavior; biomaterials for tissue regenerations; tissue engineering applications in cardiovascular, neurological, and musculoskeletal and other organ systems.
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BEN 561 - Polymer Science & Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: CEN 561
Polymer structure, physical properties, and applications of polymers. Polymer synthesis, characterization of molecular structure, and copolymerization and blending. Unique physical properties of polymeric materials. Processing and applications of polymers.
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BEN 575 - Process Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 575
Modeling and linearization of process dynamics. Transfer functions. Performance and stability of feedback control loops. Introduction to multivariable and digital controls.
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BEN 580 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Irregularly
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
Chemical Engineering
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CEN 212 - Experimental Methods in Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 212
Statistical analysis and presentation of experimental data. Parameter estimation. Design of experiments. Hardware and software for computer interfacing. Collection, analysis, and reporting of laboratory data.
PREREQ: MAT 296 AND ECS 104
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CEN 231 - Mass and Energy Balances College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 231
Material balances for single units and multistage processes. Recycle and bypass streams. Gas laws. Energy balances including latent and sensible heat effects, heats of reaction. Applications to biomedical processes.
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CEN 252 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Review of first law. Second law and thermodynamic analysis of processes. Power and refrigeration cycles. Thermodynamic properties of pure substances and homogeneous mixtures. Phase behavior of ideal solutions.
PREREQ: CEN 231
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CEN 311 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory I College of Engineering and Computer Science
2 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to report writing and laboratory safety. Experiments on fluid mechanics, heat conduction, and convective heat transfer. Analysis of experimental data. Engineering reports, summary reports, and oral presentations required. One three-hour laboratory each week.
COREQ: CEN 341
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CEN 333 - Fluid Transport College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 333
Fluid statics. Shear stress and viscosity. Energy and momentum balances for flow systems. Dimensional analysis. Friction and drag coefficients. Turbulent flow of compressible and incompressible fluids. Non-Newtonian fluids.
PREREQ: MAT 397 AND (PHY 212 OR PHY 216 )
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CEN 341 - Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 341
Principles of heat and mass transfer. Conduction, convection, and radiation. Thermal properties of materials. Solutions of steady state and transient heat and mass transfer problems. Diffusion with chemical reaction. Convective mass transfer.
PREREQ: CEN 333 OR BEN 333
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CEN 353 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics II College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Thermodynamics of homogeneous mixtures and mixing processes. Phase equilibrium for nonideal solutions. Equilibrium stage separations with applications including distillation and extraction. Chemical reaction equilibria.
PREREQ: CEN 252
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CEN 390 - Research In CEN College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Repeatable
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CEN 400 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CEN 412 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory II College of Engineering and Computer Science
2 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Report writing and laboratory safety. Statistical analysis and experimental design. Experiments on distillation, diffusion, and convective mass transfer. Engineering reports, summary reports, and oral presentations required. One four-hour laboratory a week.
PREREQ: CEN 341
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CEN 433 - Drug Delivery College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 433
Double Numbered with: CEN 633
Integration of biology, chemistry, and engineering to understand how pharmaceuticals are delivered to, and behave within, the body. Includes drug formulation, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, controlled release, and targeted delivery. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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CEN 451 - Molecular and Statistical Thermodynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CEN 651
Classical and molecular thermodynamics in chemical equilibrium, with applications. Emphasis on concepts of statistical mechanics and correlation with properties of gases and condensed matter. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CEN 353
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CEN 455 - Materials for Energy Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CEN 655
Materials related to energy technologies and existing energy resources. Topics include: geologic fuels; photovoltaics; wind energy; thermoelectrics; electrical energy storage; hydrogen production, storage, and use; solid-state lighting; nuclear energy. Additional work required of graduate students
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CEN 461 - Environmental Chemistry and Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CIE 471
Double Numbered with: CEN 661
An introduction to chemical principles in natural and engineered environmental systems. Thermodynamics and kinetics of reactions; acid-base chemistry; environmental organic chemistry; treatment process design applications. Includes selected laboratory exercises. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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CEN 462 - Biofuels, Bioproducts, and Biorefining College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 462
Double Numbered with: CEN 662
Survey of modern technologies available for the production of transportation fuels from abundant natural resources. Additional work required of graduate students.
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CEN 472 - Applied Env Microbiology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CIE 472
Double Numbered with: CEN 672
General Principles and application of environmental microbiology and microbial processes. Role of microbes in water pollution control, environmental health, and element cycling in the environment. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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CEN 473 - Biomanufacturing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s)
Crosslisted with: BEN 473
Double Numbered with: CEN 673
Students learn the governing principles of conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, which are adapted/modified to engineer living tissues/organs, biomedical products and test-platforms for investigating fundamental cell biology. Extra work required for grad students.
PREREQ: BEN 364 OR BEN 664
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CEN 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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CEN 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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CEN 500 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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CEN 520 - Radiochemistry, Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing and Nonproliferation College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: NUC 520
Radiochemistry for nuclear reactors and nuclear fuel reprocessing; nonproliferation issues through detection and monitoring, nuclear fuel reprocessing and design, waste vitrification and storage facilities, safety issues in nuclear fuel reprocessing.
PREREQ: NUC 301
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CEN 540 - Experiential Studies in Nuclear Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Crosslisted with: NUC 540
Introduction to experimental methods, procedures and research techniques through projects at participating government facilities, industrial entities or Syracuse University.
PREREQ: NUC 301 AND (NUC 510 OR NUC 520 )
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CEN 542 - Heat and Mass Transfer Operations College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Selected topics in mass and heat and heat transfer. Application of principles of units operations.
PREREQ: CEN 341
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CEN 551 - Biochemical Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to microbiology, biochemical kinetics. Biochemical-reactor design, including methods for oxygen transfer and control. Introduction to separation processes in biochemical engineering.
PREREQ: CHE 275
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CEN 561 - Polymer Science & Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: BEN 561
Polymer structure, physical properties, and applications of polymers. Polymer synthesis, characterization of molecular structure, and copolymerization and blending. Unique physical properties of polymeric materials. Processing and applications of polymers.
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CEN 565 - Bioremediation College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: CIE 565
Uses of bioremediation in engineering applications. Role of microorganisms in degradation of pollutants and contaminants. Regulatory, societal, and legal issues of bioremediation.
PREREQ: CIE 472 OR CEN 472
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CEN 567 - Biotechnology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: CIE 567
Engineering applications of biotechnology in agriculture, industry, and the environment. Principles of molecular genetics as applied in the biotechnology industry. Hands-on exposure to laboratory recombinant DNA technology.
PREREQ: CIE 472 /CEN 472
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CEN 573 - Principles and Design in Air Pollution Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Fundamental principles of pollution control, design of control processes and equipment. Criteria for selection of control processes and equipment for gaseous and particulate pollutants.
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CEN 574 - Process Design College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Chemical engineering principles for plant design and optimal process operation. Cost estimation and profitability analysis. Shortcut and computer-aided process design techniques. Environmental impact and health and safety concerns.
PREREQ: CEN 353 AND CEN 587
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CEN 575 - Process Control College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: BEN 575
Modeling and linearization of process dynamics. Transfer functions. Performance and stability of feedback control loops. Introduction to multivariable and digital controls.
PREREQ: MAT 485
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CEN 576 - Green Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Review of environmental regulations. Evaluating the environmental fate of chemicals. Techniques for improving environmental performance of processes. Methods for evaluating environmental performance, design of unit operations, and flowsheets for pollution prevention. Environmental cost accounting.
PREREQ: CEN 341 AND CEN 353
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CEN 587 - Chemical Reaction Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Conversion and reactor sizing, isothermal reactor design for flow and batch systems, rate laws and stoichiometry, analysis of rate data, multiple reactions, introduction to heterogeneous reactor design.
PREREQ: CEN 341
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CEN 590 - Recent Advances In CEN College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Selected topics in research and new areas of competence in chemical engineering.
Repeatable
Civil Engineering
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CIE 271 - Environmental Chemistry and Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to chemical principles in natural and engineered environmental systems. Thermodynamics and kinetics of reactions; acid-base chemistry; environmental organic chemistry; treatment process design applications.
PREREQ: CHE 116 OR CHE 150
COREQ: MAT 296
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CIE 273 - Introduction to Geomatics and BIM College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Skills for civil and environmental engineering. Map reading and theory of measurement. 2D and 3D Civil Engineering Design using AutoCAD software. Introduction to application of Building Information Modeling in construction engineering.
PREREQ: MAT 295
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CIE 274 - Sustainability in Civil and Environmental Systems College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to systems theory and concepts applied to natural and built environments. Sustainability, ecosystems, mass and energy balances, chemical transformation and reactions. Basic principles for sustainable civil and environmental engineering design and decision making.
PREREQ: CHE 106 OR CHE 109 OR CHE 151 AND MAT 296
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CIE 326 - Engineering Materials College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of solid engineering materials. Explanation and interpretation of physical, mechanical, and electrical properties of materials based on these structures. Two one-hour lectures and one two-hour laboratory a week.
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CIE 327 - Prin of Fluid Mechanics College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Dimensional analysis. Hydrostatics. Equations of motion. Bernoulli’s equation. Euler’s momentum theorem. One-dimensional analysis. Velocity potential. Stream function. Laminar viscous flow. Potential flow applications.
PREREQ: MAT 397 AND ECS 221
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CIE 329 - Probability, Statistics and Risk for Civil and Environmental Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Summary statistics and graphical representations of data. Elements of probability theory. Normal distribution. Simple regression. One- and two-sample inference. Elementary stochastic processes. Risk and reliability. Bayesian decision analysis. Applications in civil and environmental engineering.
PREREQ: MAT 485 OR 331
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CIE 331 - Analysis of Structures and Materials College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate trusses, beams, and frames by traditional and computer-based methods. Physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of conventional and environmental friendly construction materials.
PREREQ: ECS 325
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CIE 332 - Design of Concrete Structures College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analysis and design of environmentally friendly reinforced concrete structures subjected to flexural, shear, and axial loads. Analysis of stresses and deformations and their relation to codes and specifications.
PREREQ: CIE 331
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CIE 337 - Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Nature and composition of soils. Formation and classification of natural soils and man-made construction materials. Compaction, permeability and seepage, consolidation and settlement, shear behavior and strength.
PREREQ: ECS 325
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CIE 338 - Foundation Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Subsurface investigation, bearing capacity, lateral earth pressures. Design of retaining structures, shallow and deep foundations. Slope stability, foundations on difficult soils, and soil-improvement methods.
PREREQ: CIE 337
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CIE 341 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamental principles of environmental processes, pollution, and pollution control, including mass transfer, water chemistry and microbiology, water and air pollution, and solid- and hazardous-waste management.
PREREQ: CIE 274
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CIE 352 - Water Resources Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analysis and design of hydraulic facilities including pipe systems, open channels, pumps and turbines, and ground water wells. Analysis of rainfall and riverflow; surface and subsurface water storage. Laboratory experiments and problem solving.
PREREQ: CIE 327 OR MAE 341
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CIE 372 - Project Layout and Site Planning College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Construction surveying; cut and fill calculations; route surveying; GPS methods; site planning and layout issues. Project-oriented course includes CAD applications in civil engineering and field work with modern surveying equipment and software.
PREREQ: CIE 272
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CIE 401 - Construction Engineering and Project Management College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CIE 601
Overview of various aspects of construction engineering and project management. Construction contracts, resource management, scheduling, equipment, quality control, productivity, construction safety, cash flow concepts, legal and management structures. Additional coursework required of graduate students.
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CIE 433 - Intermediate Structural Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Analysis of cables and arches. Classical and matrix methods of truss, beam, and frame analysis. Computer and numerical methods of structural analysis. Relation of analysis to design.
PREREQ: CIE 331
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CIE 442 - Treatment Processes in Environmental Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3-4 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CIE 642
Fundamental engineering concepts and principles used for the design and operation of water and wastewater treatment systems. Estimating water demand and wastewater flows in the urban water use cycle. Significance of government regulations and standards.
PREREQ: (CIE 327 OR MAE 341 ) AND CIE 341
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CIE 443 - Transportation Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CIE 643
Transportation systems, modes and significance. Traffic engineering fundamental relationships and field studies. Intersection design and control. Geometric design of road alignments. Introduction to transportation planning. Additional work required of graduate students. A research report is required for CIE 643.
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CIE 457 - Biogeochemistry College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CIE 657
Biogeochemical relationships as a unifying concept for ecological systems, including importance of biogeochemical relationships in ecosystems and global cycles. The interface between abiotic and biotic components of ecosystems is explained. Additional work required of graduate students.
PREREQ: CHE 106 AND CHE 107
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CIE 463 - Introduction to Sustainable Engineering College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Double Numbered with: CIE 663
Introduction to principles underlying engineering decisions to improve our quality of life without jeopardizing quality of life for future generations. Application of these principles to qualitative and quantitative engineering problems. Additional coursework required of graduate students.
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CIE 471 - Environmental Chemistry and Analysis College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 461
Double Numbered with: CIE 671
An introduction to chemical principles in natural and engineered environmental systems. Thermodynamics and kinetics of reactions; acid-base chemistry; environmental organic chemistry; treatment process design applications. Includes selected laboratory exercises. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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CIE 472 - Applied Env Microbiology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: CEN 472
Double Numbered with: CIE 672
General Principles and application of environmental microbiology and microbial processes. Role of microbes in water pollution control, environmental health, and element cycling in the environment. Additional work is required of graduate students.
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