CHEN 1040: Molecular Engineering and Product Design
Description: this course exposes the sophomore and freshman engineer to the duties and responsibilities of chemical engineering, and to the importance of the field in todayÕs modern world.
Level and Credits: freshman, sophomore
engineers, 3 hours, 3 credits, 2 meetings per week.
Course Objectives Summary Table
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Educational Objective (Outcome) |
ABET 2000 † |
Implementation |
Assessment |
Improvement |
Timetable |
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Generate interest and awareness in chemical engineering |
e, f |
Lectures, class discussion, visiting speakers |
Project, oral presentation |
Generate examples with computer use |
Ongoing |
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Introduce the scope of the chemical engineering profession |
h, j |
Term papers, lectures |
Homework, Midterm Class participation |
Development of computer graphic presentations |
Ongoing |
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Discuss the role chemicals play in society and explore the ethical issues (using case studies) that are the responsibility of the chemical engineering profession. |
h, i, f |
Lectures |
Homework, Term paper, presentation |
Develop more case studies |
Ongoing |
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Description of process design and product design. |
c, e |
Lectures |
Term paper, Design Project |
Improve project facilities and relevance |
Ongoing |
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Expose students to chemical engineering practice via plant visits and guest lectures |
j, i, f |
Lectures, plant visits, guest lectures by faculty and practicing engineers |
Student interest on sites |
Prepare students prior to visits |
Ongoing |
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Introduce the faculty and their research: polymer science, electrochemical engineering and bioengineering |
c, f, g, h |
Faculty presentations of research and consulting experiences |
Homework, Class participation |
Audio visual improvement |
Ongoing |
†According to the Program Outcomes and Assessment Criterion for accreditation by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), engineering programs must demonstrate that their graduates have:
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs(d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility(g) an ability to communicate effectively(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.