Graduate Courses

 

The following courses are offered by the Chemical Engineering Department. The
department offers 700 level courses for graduate students, as well as 600 level courses,
which are undergraduate courses available for graduate credit for students registered in
Master's programs.

Graduate Courses (700-level)

The following courses are offered for graduate credit only: These courses differ from
year to year depending on student interest. The following courses are available in
2011-2012.

TERM ONE

702 Special Topics: Nanotechnology(W)(1/4 course Sep-Oct)
Instructor:T. Hoare

706 Advanced Heat Transfer
Steady and transient conduction stressing formulation and approximate solution techniques. convection heat transfer including compressible and incompressible flow. Radiation heat transfer including gray body radiation and radiation from gases and vapours. (Same as Mechanical Engineering 706)
Instructor: R. Judd, Mechanical Engineering

752 Optimization of Chemical Processes
Numerical techniques for achieving optimal performance of a chemical process. Topics
in numerical linear algebra: optimality conditions; algorithms for unconstrained optimization;
application to solution of nonlinear equation systems and least-squares problems; linear
optimization; interior-point methods; mixed-integer programming; global optimization. Application
to process design, control, operation and scheduling
Instructor: C. Swartz

754 Process Design and Integration for Minimal Environmetal Impact
The course focuses on integration of process units and on the design of Energy Utility Systems, Heat Exchanger Networks (HEN) and Water Distribution Systems and presents methodologies that lead to energy efficient, water saving and economically attractive designs. Methods of heat integration (HEN, utility selection, heat engines, heat pumps, refrigeration cycles and pinch analysis), cogeneration and integrations with industrial sites, water and cooling minimization and their applications. (Same as School of Engineering Practice 754)
Instructor: M. Sorin SEP

765 Multivariate Statistical Methods for Process Analysis and Monitoring
This course is based around multivariate latent variable models which assume low dimensional latent variable
structures for the data. Multivariate statistical methods including Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and Partial Least Squares (PLS) are used for the efficient extraction of information from large databases typically collected by on-line process computers. These models are used for the analysis of process problems, for on-line process monitoring, and for process improvement.
Instructor: TBD

773 Advanced Concepts for Polymer Extrusion
Fundamental mechanics of solids-conveying, melting, pumping and mixing in extrusion. Modeling and practical
topics in single-screw and twin-screw extrusion. Coverage of the appliction areas of extrusion as they exist at
the present. Screw design principles, metgallurgical concerns and manufacturing methods are discussed.
Introduction to special topics in the field of extrusion.
Instructor: M. Thompson

781 Biomedical Engineering (Core)
An Introduction to biomedical engineering. the biological, chemical, electrical, and mechanical principles involves the design and operation of medical devices and bioprocesses. The research themes of the School of Biomedical Engineering are emphasized: biomaterials and tissue engineering; biomedical imaging; biomedical technology (e.g biophotonics and medical robotics); bioprocessing. (Same as Biomedical Engineering 701)
Instructor: Various

 

TERM TWO

702 Special Topics: Biomaterials & Drug Delivery(Z)(1/4 course Mar-Apr)
Instructor:H. Sheardown

750 Advanced MEMS Fabrication and Microfluidics
Introduction. Microfabrication and micromachining. Surface and bulk micromachining, non-conventional machining. Microfluidics, Microchannels, Microvalves, Micromixers, Micropumps, Droplet actuation, Integrated Systems. (Same as Mechanical Engineering 752)
Instructor: R. Selvaganapathy

753 Process Modeling and Optimization
Architecture of simulation programs, solution algorithms, integration of simulation models from different simulators. Srteady-state and dynamic simulations via sequential modular and equation-oriented algorithms. Optimization of steady-state and dynamic performance. (Same As School of Engineering Practice 752)
Instructor: V. Mahalec, SEP

761 Multivariate, Stochastic and Adaptive Control of Chemical Processes
Introduction to control of multivariate chemical processes. Topics usually covered: dynamic-
stochastic model, minimum variance and adaptive controllers, multivariate optimal control,
non-linear control, constraint handling for chemical process control and optimization
observers and inferential control
Instructor: P. Mhaskar

770 Selected Topics in Polymer Science & Engineering
Introduction and discussion of advanced topics in polyment research and applilation ssuch as
structural characterization, diffusion in bulk solution, network formation, colloid stgabilization, and flocculation study of fundamental principles pertinent to the topics; and examination of industgrial perspectives of polymer materials.
Instructor: S. Zhu

782 Biopharmaceuticals
The term biopharmaceuticals usually refers to peptide, protein and nucleic acid based therapeutic products
such as insulin, monoclonal antibodies and interferon. The product and process development, manufacturing, formualtion and analytical technologies involved with such products are significantly different from those for low molecular weight pharmaceuticals. This course aims to introduce students to some of the technological aspects related to biopharmaceuticals.
Instructor: R. Ghosh

784 Gene Therapy for Bioengineers
An analysis of the technology of gene therapy, specifically intended to students with a bioengineering background. The principles of gene delivery, and specific targeting of genetic material to different organs through the use of viral and non-viral vectors will be covered. Particular emphasis will be given to the use of polymers to develop DNA formulations suitable for gene therapy. The application of various gene therapy strategies in selected individual diseases of big impact to the health care systems will be discussed. This course will be based on review articles and original papers. (Same as Biomedical Engineering 704)
Instructor: G. Hortelano

790 Selected Topics in Colloid and Surface Science
This course is an in-depth analysis of an aspect of colloid and surface science of current interest. Topics from previous years include latex preparation and characterization, adhesion fundamentals, and hydrogels. Ideally, students should have taken at least one course in polymers as well as an interfacial engineering or interfaces course. Potential students with other backgrounds should consult the instructor. The learning experience will include analysis of recent papers, review lectures by the students and the development of a research proposal.
Instructor: R. Pelton

Graduate Courses (600-level)

The following 600-level courses are offered for graduate credit and are also available
to senior undergraduate students:

TERM ONE

6B03 Polymer Reaction Engineering
Kinetics of polymerization: step growth and chain-growth (free-radical, anionic, anionic coordination and cationic) Polymerization processes solution/bulk, suspension, emulsion, gas-phase, slurry and reactive processing. Principles of polymer process and reactor design optimization and control.
Instructor: S.Zhu

6E03 Digital Computer Process Control
This course addresses key aspects of implementing control via discrete calculations using
digital computers. Topics include discrete-time dynamic models, system identification,
analysis of discrete-time systems, design of digital control systems, and model predictive
control.
Instructor: J. Yu

6X03 Polymer Processing
An introduction to the basic principles of polymer processing, stressing the development
of models. Rheology of polymers, extrusion, molding, films, fibers, and mixing. Reactive
processing.
Instructor:  M. Thompson

TERM TWO

6C03 Statistics for Engineers
Linear regression analysis in matrix form, non-linear regression, multi-response
estimation,design of experiments including factorial and optimal designs. Special emphasis
on methods appropriate to engineering problems.
Instructor: K. Dunn

6T03 Applications of Chemical Engineering in Medicine
Applications of chemical engineering principles to biological systems and medical
problems including examples from hemodynamics, blood oxygenation, artificial
kidney systems, controlled drug release, biosensors and biomaterials.
Instructor: T. Hoare

6Z03 Interfacial Engineering
The physics and chemistry at the "nano" scale including interactions, forces, colloids, surface active systerms, wetting, adhesion, and flocculation.
Instructor: R. Pelton