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comprehensive, forward-looking and broad-based cur- Ceramic Engineering riculum, which emphasizes fundamental principles, Bachelor of Science practical applications, oral and written communication skills, and professional practice and ethics. The depart- Master of Science ment is distinguished by a nationally recognized gradu- Doctor of Philosophy ate program that emphasizes research of significance to Doctor of Engineering the State of Missouri and the nation while providing a stimulating educational environment. The Ceramic Engineering program is offered under The specific objectives of the ceramic engineering the department of and Engineering. program are to: Ceramic engineers produce materials vital to many • Provide a comprehensive, modern ceramic engi- advanced and traditional technologies: electronic and neering curriculum that emphasizes the application optical assemblies, aerospace parts, biomedical compo- of fundamental knowledge and design principles to nents, nuclear components, high temperature, corro- solve practical problems; sion resistant assemblies, fuel cells, electronic packag- • Maintain modern facilities for safe, hands-on labo- ing and so on. Ceramic engineers generally work with ratory exercises; inorganic, nonmetallic materials processed at high tem- • Develop oral, written, and electronic communication peratures. In the classroom, ceramic engineering stu- skills in all students; dents learn the relationships between engineering prop- • Coordinate leadership and team-building exercises erties and the and structure of ceramic mate- that are needed for success in industrial, research, rials and go on to apply these scientific principles to the or academic careers; design of new formulations and manufacturing process- • Supplement formal academic training with co-op, es. If you are interested in the “why” of things, ceramic summer intern, and department research experi- engineering will definitely interest you. ence to enhance student preparation for graduate Ceramic engineering usually appeals to those who school or careers in industry, research, or academ- have a strong interest in finding practical applications of ics. the basic sciences, especially chemistry and physics, • Promote a dynamic and interactive learning envi- and can be described as one of the disciplines where ronment in the classrooms and laboratories and en- ‘science and engineering intersect’. Design occurs at the hance student-faculty communications through ex- atomic or microstructural level of solid materials. The tra-curricular activities. UMR department of ceramic engineering specializes in and optical materials, electronic materials, and Faculty high temperature materials, but the same scientific and Professors: engineering principles that are learned can be applied to Harlan Anderson (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D., the design of new materials for other applications, in- University of California-Berkeley cluding biomaterials, high strength materials, materials Richard Brow, Ph.D., (Department Chair of Materials for energy generation, etc. Science and Engineering), Pennsylvania State Uni- Most ceramic engineering classes and laboratories versity are held in McNutt Hall, but other research laboratories Delbert Day1, (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D., on campus are available to our students. Equipment ex- Pennsylvania State University ists for X-ray investigation of materials, for detection of Fatih Dogan, Ph.D., Technical University of Berlin, Ger- thermally induced changes in chemistry and structure, many for high temperature processing, and for measuring a Wayne Huebner, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla wide variety of electronic, optical, magnetic, mechanical P. Darrell Ownby1, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Ohio State and thermal properties. The Graduate Center for Mate- Mohamed N. Rahaman, Ph.D., Sheffield, England rials Research makes additional research equipment Robert Schwartz, Ph.D., University of Illinois-Urbana available to ceramic engineers, including electron mi- Champaign croscopes, optical, infrared, and X-ray spectrometers, Associate Professors: thermal analyzers, and high temperature/controlled at- Gregory Hilmas, Ph.D., University of Michigan mosphere furnaces, etc. Students may broaden their Jeffrey D. Smith, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla experience by assisting faculty in research projects, ei- Assistant Professors: ther for academic credit or for pay. William Fahrenholtz, Ph.D., University of New Mexico Undergraduate student organizations are very ac- tive and participation in local and national activities is 1Registered Professional Engineer encouraged. Cooperative education and internships are available with companies and research agencies around Bachelor of Science the country. Additional information about the depart- Ceramic Engineering ment is available at http://www.umr.edu/~ceramics/. FRESHMAN YEAR Mission Statement First Semester Credit BE10-Study & Careers in Engr...... 1 The department will train the future industrial and Chem 1- ...... 4 academic leaders in ceramic engineering by providing a Ceramic Engineering — 195

Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab ...... 1 Note 1: Students may replace Chem 1, 2, and 3 with Chem 4-Intro. Lab Safety ...... 1 Chem 5, but will need to also take an additional techni- Math 14-Calculus For Engineers I ...... 4 cal elective (with advisor’s approval) to reach the 128 Engl 20-Exposition & Argumentation ...... 3 hour requirement. H/SS Elective1 ...... 3 Note 2: Students may substitute Math 8 and 21 for 17 Math 14 and 15, respectively. Second Semester 1) Eighteen hours of H/SS electives to be taken in ac- Chem 3-General Chemistry ...... 3 cordance with the School of Materials, Energy, and Math 15-Calculus For Engineers II ...... 4 Earth Resources policy. Phys 23-Engineering Physics I ...... 4 2) Technical electives must be selected from 200 and H/SS Elective1 ...... 3 300 level engineering and science courses with the BE 20-Eng Design & Computer Appls...... 3 advisor’s approval. 17 3) Select from any Statistics course 200 level or high- er or Emgt. 385. SOPHOMORE YEAR 4) All Ceramic Engineering students must take the First Semester Credit Fundamentals of Engineering Examination prior to Cr Eng 102-Atomic Structure Cryst ...... 3 graduation. A passing grade on this examination is Cr Eng 104-Cer in the Modern World ...... 2 not required to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is the Cr Eng 111-Cer Mat Lab I, Char ...... 2 first step toward becoming a registered profession- Math 22-Calc w/Analy Geo III ...... 4 al engineer. This requirement is part of the UMR as- Physics 24-Eng Physics II ...... 4 sessment process as described in Assessment Re- 15 quirements found elsewhere in this catalog. Stu- dents must sign a release form giving the Universi- Second Semester ty access to their Fundamentals of Engineering Ex- Cr Eng 103-Intro to Glass Sci & Tech ...... 3 amination score. Cr Eng 122-Cer Mat Lab II-Glass & Trad Cr ...... 2 Math 204-Diff Equa or Stat 320 or Stat 353 ...... 3 Specific Degree Requirements H/SS Elective1 ...... 6 1) Total number of hours required for a degree in Ce- Chem 241- ...... 3 ramic Engineering is 128. 17 2) The assumption is made that a student admitted in JUNIOR YEAR the department has completed 34 hours credit to- First Semester Credit wards graduation. The academic program of stu- Cr Eng 231-Cer Proc Lab I ...... 2 dents transferring from colleges outside UMR will be Cr Eng 251-Phase Equilibria ...... 3 decided on a case-by-case basis. Bas En 50-Engr. Mechanics Statics ...... 3 3) The department requires a total of 18 credit hours Cr Eng 203-Thermal Proc in Cer ...... 3 of humanities and social science. Cr Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids . . . .3 Cr Eng 292-Characterization of Ing Solids Lab . . . 1 Ceramic Engineering Courses 15 Second Semester 90 The Ceramic Experience (Lab 1.0) Hands-on Cr Eng 242-Cer Proc Lab II ...... 2 experience with the fun of discovery through ex- Cr Eng 259-Thermo Solid-State Materials ...... 3 perimentation in the fabrication, properties and Physics 107-Intro to Modern Physics ...... 3 applications of in the modern world. Pre- 1 H/SS Elective ...... 3 requisite: Freshman standing. BE 110-Mechanics of Materials ...... 3 102 Atomic Structure Of Crystalline Ceramics 3 Statistics Elective ...... 3 (Lect 3.0) The crystal-chemical principles used to 17 design and manufacture materials with specified SENIOR YEAR properties are developed and applied to oxides, First Semester Credit clays, silicates and other nonmetallic compounds. Cr Eng 261-Cer Senior Design Lab ...... 2 103 Introduction To Glass Science And Technolo- Cr Eng 284-Elect Prop of Ceramics w/lab ...... 4 gy (Lect 3.0) A study of the atomic-level struc- Cr Eng 338-Thermal Properties of Ceramics ...... 3 ture of oxide and the relationships be- 1 H/SS Elective ...... 3 tween composition, properties and structure of 2 Technical Elective ...... 3 glass-forming systems. Simple rate processes will 15 be introduced to explain temperature-dependent Second Semester properties. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 102. Cr Eng 262-Cer Senior Design Lab ...... 2 104 Ceramics In The Modern World (Lect 2.0) An Cr Eng 306-Mech. Prop. of Ceramics ...... 4 introduction to traditional and modern applica- Cer Eng 331-Ceramic Processing ...... 3 tions of ceramics providing a broad overview of all 2 Technical Electives ...... 6 aspects of current ceramic technology. 15 111 Ceramic Materials Laboratory I-Characteri- zation Of Materials (Lab 2.0) Laboratory expe- 196 — Ceramic Engineering

rience in collection, beneficiation, and characteri- first two stages will focus on product and process zation of ceramic raw materials; granulation, design, respectively. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 242. compaction, and sintering of particulate materi- 262 Ceramic Engineering Design Lab (Lab 2.0) A als; and characterization at an introductory level. continuation of Ceramic 261, students working in Standard laboratory practice including safety, re- small groups will fabricate and evaluate their de- port writing, and error analysis are also empha- signs. Design process elements such as safety as- sized. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. pects, environmental issues and ethics will be in- 122 Ceramic Materials Laboratory IIGlass And troduced. Groups will provide oral presentations Ceramic Processing (Lab 2.0) Laboratory expe- and written reports of their results. Prerequisite: rience in design, processing, and characterization Cr Eng 261. of glasses and ceramics. Glasses are formulated, 284 Electrical Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0 melted and characterized to correlate composition and Lab 1.0) The application of ceramic chemistry and properties. Clay-based ceramics are formu- and physics to the development and evaluation of lated to meet performance specifications, pre- electronic, dielectric, magnetic, and optical prop- pared by slip casting/extrusion, and fired. Prereq- erties. Emphasis is placed on the relationships be- uisite: Cr Eng 111. tween properties and crystal structure, defects, 202 Cooperative Training (Variable) On-the-job ex- grain boundary nature, and microstructure. Pre- perience gained through cooperative education requisite: Physics 107. with industry, with credit arranged through de- 291 Characterization Of Inorganic Solids (Lect partmental cooperative advisor. Grade received 3.0) X-ray diffraction analysis is emphasized in- depends on quality of reports submitted at work cluding lattice parameter determination, qualita- supervisor's evaluation. tive and quantitative analysis methods, and 203 Thermal Processes In Ceramics (Lect 3.0) sources of error. In addition, the basic principles Considerations in rate controlled processes in the of other common characterization techniques in- fabrication of ceramics, packing of powders, com- cluding electron microscopy, thermal analysis, minution and calcination, drying and firing of ce- and energy dispersive are dis- ramic ware, polymorphic transformations, sinter- cussed. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 102 or Mt Eng 121 or ing, grain growth and hot pressing, relationships a similar introductory course on structure of of fabrication techniques to physical properties. solids. 205 The Engineering Design Process (Lect 2.0) 292 Characterization Of Inorganic Solids Labora- Introduction to elements of design process includ- tory (Lab 1.0) Practical aspects of x-ray diffrac- ing strategic, planning, project, management, tion analysis will be emphasized; students will modelling, materials selection, engineering eco- gain hands-on experience in qualitative and quan- nomics, safety, environmental issues and ethics. titative analysis techniques, use of electronic Prerequisite: Junior standing. databases, and operation of modern powder dif- 231 Ceramic Processing Lab I (Lab 2.0) The first fractometers. Prerequisite: Preceded or accompa- half of a two-semester sequence that gives stu- nied by Cr Eng 291. dents practical knowledge of the methods and 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- techniques used in the fabrication of ceramics. ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- Prerequisite: Cr Eng 122. ment. Consent of instructor required. 242 Ceramic Processing Lab II (Lab 2.0) The sec- 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- ond half of a two-semester sequence that gives signed to give the department an opportunity to students practical knowledge of the methods and test a new course. Variable title. techniques used in the fabrication of ceramics. 306 Mechanical Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0 Prerequisite: Cr Eng 231. and Lab 1.0) This course will treat the theory and 251 Phase Equilibria (Lect 3.0) The study of unary, testing practice related to design based on the binary and ternary inorganic, phase equilibrium mechanical properties of ceramics. The course systems with examples for solving practical engi- also includes a laboratory consisting of experi- neering problems. Prerequisite: Chem 3. ments for the characterization of the mechanical 259 Thermodynamics Of Solid-State Materials properties of ceramics. Prerequisite: Bas En 110. (Lect 3.0) Basic thermodynamic concepts are ap- 308 Electrical Ceramics (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) The plied to the solid state. Calculations involving en- application and design of ceramics for the electri- thalpy, entropy, and Gibbs' free energy are stud- cal industry is discussed. Particular emphasis is ied. Inter-relationships among properties are em- placed on how ceramic materials are altered to phasized. Fundamental concepts of phase equilib- meet the needs of a specific application. The lab- ria are presented. oratory acquaints the student with measurements 261 Ceramic Engineering Design Laboratory (Lab which are used for electrical property evaluation. 2.0) Students working in groups of 3 or 4 will be Prerequisite: Cr Eng 284. assigned a design task related to a specific tech- 315 Organic Additives In Ceramic Processing nology e.g. ceramic turbine blades, fuel cell elec- (Lect 2.0) Basic chemistry, structure and proper- trodes, glass fibers, thermal insulation etc. The ties or organic additives used in the ceramics in- dustry; solvents, binders, plasticizers, disper- Geological Engineering — 197

sants. Use of organic additives in ceramic pro- ramic majors) (Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng cessing. Prerequisites: Cr Eng 203 and 231. 347, Physics 377, Mt Eng 377) 331 Ceramic Processing (Lect 3.0) Powder, colloidal 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed and sol-gel processing, forming methods, drying, for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- sintering and grain growth. Relation of processing gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not steps to densification and microstructure develop- more than six (6) credit hours allowed for gradu- ment. Prerequisite: Senior standing. ation credit. Subject and credit to be arranged 333 Microelectronic Ceramic Processing (Lect with the instructor. 3.0) Materials, processing and design of micro- 392 X-Ray Diffraction Laboratory (Lab 1.0) Practi- electronic ceramics are covered. Introduction to cal aspects of sample preparation, instrument devices, triaxial ceramics, high aluminas, tape set-up, data collection, and analysis are covered. fabrication, metallizations, thick film processing Students cannot receive credit for Cr Eng 292 and and glass-to-metal seals. Prerequisites: Cr Eng Cr Eng 392. Prerequisite: Preceded or accompa- 203 & 242. nied by Cr Eng 291, or Cr Eng 477, or an advanced 338 Thermal Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0) course. This course will teach the crystal physics underly- ing heat capacity, internal energy, phonon and photon conduction, and thermal expansion. These properties will be used to rationalize the behavior of a wide variety of ceramic materials in severe Geological thermal environments. Prerequisite: Senior Standing. Engineering 340 Biomaterials I (Lect 3.0) This course will intro- duce senior undergraduate students to a broad Bachelor of Science array of topics in biomaterials, including ceramic, Master of Science metallic, and polymeric biomaterials for in vivo Doctor of Philosophy use, basic concepts related to cells and tissues, host reactions to biomaterials, biomaterials-tissue Doctor of Engineering compatibility, and degradation of biomaterials. Emphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science level in Prerequisite: Senior undergraduate standing. environmental protection and hazardous waste 362 Thermomechanical/Electrical/Optical Prop- management, groundwater hydrology and con- erties Lab (Lab 1.0) Laboratory consisting of taminant transport, engineering geology and ge- three separate modules of experiments for the otechnics, petroleum, energy and natural re- characterization of the thermomechanical, electri- sources, and quarry engineering. Emphasis area cal and optical properties of ceramics. The student at the Master of Science level in hazardous waste will choose one of the three modules. Prerequi- engineering and science. site: Bas En 110 or Cr Eng 284. The Geological Engineering program is offered un- 364 Refractories (Lect 3.0) The manufacture, prop- der the department of Geological Sciences and Engi- erties, uses, performance, and testing of basic, neering. neutral and acid refractories. Geological Engineering is the application of geolog- 369 Glass Science And Engineering (Lect 3.0) The ical principles in order to solve problems in the related development, manufacturing methods, applica- areas of the geoenvironment and geotechnics. One tions, and properties of flat, fiber, container, might think of geological engineers as engineers focus- chemical, and special purpose glasses. Composi- ing on problems related to the Earth’s natural resources, tion/property relationships for glasses and nucle- the Earth’s geological environment, and the Earth’s en- ation-crystallization processes for glass-ceramics ergy and mineral wealth. Geological engineers will car- are also covered. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 103. ry out site investigations of the soil, rock and fluids at 371 Dielectric And Electrical Properties Of Oxides and under the surface of the Earth; they will analyze (Lect 3.0) The processes occurring in inorganic data they obtain in the field or through laboratory test- materials under the influence of an electric field ing; they will evaluate the Earth’s environmental and are considered from basic principles. Emphasis is geological concerns at their particular field site; they will placed on application to real systems. Prerequi- formulate alternative solutions to the environmental or site: Cr Eng 284. geological problems they face; and they will select and 377 Principles Of Engineering Materials (Lect 3.0) develop the most effective engineering design to allevi- Examination of engineering materials with em- ate the problem within the framework of the economic, phasis on selection and application of materials in environmental, societal and political situation in which industry. Particular attention is given to properties they operate. and applications of materials in extreme temper- Geological engineers deal with geoenvironmental ature and chemical environments. A discipline problems such as groundwater contamination, remedi- specific design project is required. (Not a techni- ation of pollution in the subsurface, and design and cal elective for undergraduate or ce- monitoring of waste storage facilities such as landfills and waste repositories. Geological engineers also work 198 — Geological Engineering to protect the public from geologic hazards such as Faculty landslides, earthquake damage, flooding, and volcanic eruptions. As the human population expands and re- Professors: David Barr1, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Purdue quires more and more of the Earth’s resources the geo- 1 logical engineering community will play an increasingly Jeffrey Cawlfield , Ph.D., University of California-Berke- critical role: in protection of the water, mineral and agri- ley C. Dale Elifrits2, (Emeritus), Ph.D., UMR cultural resources, in the wise use of the same, and in 2 designing engineering systems to minimize the impact Jay Gregg (Department Chair of Geological Sciences and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan State of human activity and minimize the potential hazards 2 from environmental and geological processes. John Rockaway , (Emeritus), Ph.D., Purdue As a geological engineer, you probably will divide Don Warner (Emeritus and Dean Emeritus), Ph.D., Cal- your time between field, laboratory, and office work. In ifornia-Berkeley the field, you might examine and map the extent and Associate Professor: T.M. (Mike) Whitworth, Ph.D., Purdue structural features of rocks and soils. You may collect 2 samples for testing of their physical and chemical prop- J. David Rogers , (Karl Hasselmann Chair), Ph.D., Cali- erties, or you may conduct programs for on-site testing. fornia-Berkeley In the laboratory, you might perform direct testing of Assistant Professors: Norbert Maerz1, Ph.D., University of Waterloo strength or permeability or organize research programs. 1 Office work will include the evaluation of data computer A. Curt Elmore , Ph.D., University of Arizona modeling of geological conditions, writing of scientific Leslie Gertsch, Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines reports, and participation in the planning, designing, 1 Registered Professional Engineer and construction of engineering projects. 2 Since geological engineering requires a background Registered Geologist in both science and engineering, the curriculum includes a well balanced program of geological science, basic en- Bachelor of Science gineering and applied geological engineering courses. In addition, the program provides flexibility through a va- Geological Engineering riety of electives so that you may modify the general FRESHMAN YEAR program of study to select a sequence of courses specif- First Semester Credit ically related to the environmental protection, construc- Math 14-Calculus for Engineers I ...... 4 tion, mining, or petroleum industries. In this capacity Chem 1-General Chemistry ...... 4 you have the opportunity to develop the program of Chem 4-Intro Lab Safety ...... 1 study that is most appropriately oriented toward the Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab ...... 1 field of specialization that you have chosen for your pro- English 20-Exposition & Argumentation ...... 3 fessional career. BE 10-Study & Careers in Eng ...... 1 H/SS Elective (a) ...... 3 Mission Statement 17 It is the mission of the Geological Engineering pro- Second Semester gram to teach integrated concepts of geology and engi- Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II ...... 4 neering in such a manner that graduates will graduate Chemistry/ Elective (b) ...... 3 as competent, ethical, professional geological engi- BE 20-Engineering Design w/Comp ...... 3 neers. The program is designed to provide background Physics 23-Engineering Physics I ...... 4 in geological and engineering sciences courses in the H/SS Elective (a) ...... 3 lower division which support the applied analysis and 17 design concepts courses taught in the upper division. It SOPHOMORE YEAR is expected that the students will have gained the abili- First Semester Credit ty to identify and, through analysis and design, solve Math 22-Calc w/Analytic Geometry III ...... 4 problems resulting from the interaction of man’s activi- Physics 24-Engineering Physics II ...... 4 ties with the geologic environment. The curriculum is in- Computer Programming elective(c) ...... 3 tended to blend theoretical concepts with practical ap- Ge Eng 50-Geology for Engineers ...... 3 plication, so as to offer the student a well-rounded edu- Economics Elective (Econ 121 or 122) ...... 3 cation, and to include sufficient discussion and project 17 oriented work with real-world issues to provide the stu- Second Semester dent with a thorough awareness of the graduate’s re- Math 204-Elementary Differential Equations ...... 3 sponsibility to society. Since geological engineering stu- Bas Eg 50-Statics ...... 3 dents are oriented toward careers in environmental pro- Ge Eng 110-Principles of Ge Eng ...... 1 tection, social awareness and the engineer’s responsi- Geo 125-Physical & Petrology ...... 3 bility to both client and society is strongly emphasized Ge Eng 275-Geomorphology & Terrain Analysis . . . . .3 throughout the curriculum, particularly in the senior Humanities/Soc Sci Elective(a) ...... 3 seminar and design courses. 16 Geological Engineering — 199

g) To be selected from CE 241, Eng Mgt 208, Eng Mgt JUNIOR YEAR 209, or PE 257. First Semester ...... Credit h) To be selected from advanced courses in geological, Bas En 150-Dynamics ...... 2 mining, petroleum or civil engineering, geology or Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials ...... 3 other courses in the School of Materials, Energy, and Ge Eng 248-Fund of Geographic Info Systems . . . . .3 Earth Resources and School of Engineering with ap- Hum/Soc Sc Elective(a) ...... 3 proval of your advisor. Must contain design content Earth Energy Elective(d) ...... 3 and must be approved by your advisor. 14 i) All GE students must take the Fundamentals of En- Second Semester gineering Examination prior to graduation. A passing Cv Eng 230-Fluid Mechanics ...... 3 grade is not required; however, it is the first step to- Geo 220-Structural Geology ...... 4 ward becoming a registered professional engineer. Geophysics Elective ...... 3 This requirement is part of the UMR assessment Technical Communications Elective(e) ...... 3 process. Students must sign a release form giving Humanities/Soc. Sci elective(a) ...... 3 the University access to their Fundamentals of Engi- 16 neering Examination score. SENIOR YEAR j) Geological engineering students must earn the First Semester Credit grade of “C” or better in all geological engineering Ge Eng 343-Subsurface Exploration or courses to receive credit toward graduation. The to- Geo 340-Petroleum Geology ...... 3 tal number of credit hours required for a degree in Ge Eng 310- Senior Seminar ...... 0.5 Geological Engineering is 128. The assumption is Ge Eng 331-Subsurface Hydrology ...... 3 made that a student admitted to the Department has Ge Eng 341-Eng Geology & Geotechnics ...... 3 completed 34 hours toward graduation to fulfill the Ge Eng 350-Geol Eng Senior Design...... 3 requirements of the Freshman Engineering program. Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics or Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I ...... 3 15.5 Minor in Geological Engineering Geological Engineering offers employment opportu- Second Semester nities for a broad spectrum of disciplines including Civil, Ge Eng 374-Eng Geologic Field Methods ...... 3 Mining, Nuclear, and Petroleum Engineering as well as Ge Eng 310- Senior Seminar ...... 0.5 for geologists and geophysists. A minor in Geological Earth Mechanics Elective(f) ...... 3 Engineering or Engineering Geology, therefore, en- Eng Econ Elective(g) ...... 3 hances the academic credentials of a student and Technical Electives(h) ...... 6 broadens employment choices. A minor in Geological 15.5 Engineering requires 15 hours of UMR credit to include the following: a) The sequence of course selection must provide Ge Eng 501-Geo for Eng or Phy Geo ...... 3 hrs both breadth and depth of content and must be se- Ge Eng 275-Geomorphology ...... 3 hrs lected from the list of approved Humanities/Social Ge Eng 331-Groundwater Hydrology ...... 3 hrs. Science electives available from your advisor. A to- Ge Eng 341-Eng Geo & Geotechnics ...... 3 hrs. tal of 18 hours of humanities and social science Ge Eng Elective2 ...... 3 hrs. credit is required. 15 hrs. b) The Chemistry/Geochemistry elective must be se- 1Geo 051 may be substituted for geology and geo- lected from chemistry, geochemistry or biology physics majors. courses as approved by your advisor. 2To be selected with geological engineering advisor ap- c) The Computer Programming elective must be a 3-hr proval course focused on computer programming such as FORTRAN, C++, Visual Basic, or other programming Geological Engineering Emphasis Areas platform as approved by your advisor. Electives are selected by the student with advisor d) The Earth Energy Elective must be a 3-hr course approval. Some appropriate electives are listed for each focused on the petroleum, mining, or other earth emphasis area. energy systems. Typical courses might be PE 131, PE 141, PE 232, PE 241, Geol 223, Geol 340, and Environmental Protection and Geol 332. Hazardous Waste Management e) The Technical Communications elective should be a 3-hr course such as Engl 160 - Technical Writing, or • Ge Eng 335-Environmental Geological Engineering Speech and Media Studies 85. Other courses fo- • Ge Eng 337-Geological Aspects of Hazardous Waste cused on technical or scientific communication may Management be acceptable for this elective. • Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology f) To be selected from GE 371, GE 381, Mining 231, PE and Transport Mechanics 141, PE 241, CE 215, CE 229, or CE 315. • Ge Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering Practice 200 — Geological Engineering

• Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental face and internal structures and their relationship Geology and Engineering to engineering works. Analysis of the agents of • Ge Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining weathering, erosion, diastrophism and their ef- • Ge Eng 333-Risk Assessment in Environmental fects on engineering construction. Studies 51 Physical and Environmental Geology (Lect • Ge Eng 339-Groundwater Remediation 3.0 and Lab 1.0) Materials, structures and other features of the Earth and planetary bodies are Groundwater Hydrology and studied in the context of Earth resource hazards Contaminant Transport and environmental challenges. The laboratory fo- cuses on the study of common rocks and miner- • Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology als, air photographs, maps, and case studies of and Transport Mechanics geological problems. One field trip is required. • Ge Eng 333-Risk Assessment in Environmental (Co-listed with Geology 51) Studies 101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- • Ge Eng 339-Groundwater Remediation signed to give the department an opportunity to • Ge Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering Practice test a new course. Variable title. • Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental 110 Principles Of Geological Engineering (Lect Geology and Engineering 1.0) Introduction to the concepts defining the ap- • Pe Eng 341-Well Test Analysis plication of geologic science to the solution of • Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics problems in engineering practice, including field • Pe Eng 232-Well Logging trips to illustrate current examples of profession- al responsibility. Engineering Geology and Geotechnics 123 Osha 40 Hr Hazwopper Course (Lab 1.0) This course covers environmental health and safety • Ge Eng 371-Rock Engineering considerations required by federal regulation to • Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics work with hazardous substances. The course • Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics meets training and performance standards for • Cv Eng 229-Foundation Engineering working at sites of uncontrolled hazardous waste • Mi Eng 308-Drilling and Blasting and at sites requiring emergency response opera- • Ge Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info Systems tions following the release of hazardous sub- • Ge Eng 353-Regional Geological Engineering Prob- stances. lems in North America 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- • Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- Geology and Engineering ment. Consent of instructor required. Petroleum, Energy and 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- signed to give the department an opportunity to Natural Resources test a new course. Variable title. • Pe Eng 241-Petroleum Reservoir Engineering 235 Environmental Geoscience (Lect 2.0 and Lab • Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics 1.0) A basic course which integrates principles of • Ge Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info Systems basic geology and geologic processes with the ac- • Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology tivities of man. Essential elements of physical ge- and Transport Mechanics ology and surfacial processes are covered in lec- • Geo 341-Applied Petroleum Geology tures and laboratories, along with present-day en- • Pe Eng 232-Well Logging I vironmental issues (waste disposal, air and water • Pe Eng 257-Petroleum Economic Valuation quality). Prerequisite: Junior status. • Pe Eng 341-Well Test Analysis 236 Basic Weather (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) A course to study basic concepts of atmospheric science Quarry Engineering such as air masses, frontal weather patterns and • Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics weather forecasting. The course also will include • Cv Eng 215-Soil Mechanics topics on climate and severe weather. Prerequi- • Cv Eng 216-Construction Materials-Properties and sites: Physics 23, Ge Eng 50. (Co-listed with Testing Physics 236) • Ge Eng 371-Rock Engineering 248 Fundamentals Of Geographic Information • Ge Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining Systems (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Introduction to • Mi Eng 221-Mining Exploration the fundamental, concepts and components of • Mi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives Engineering Geographic Information Systems. Techniques for • Mi Eng 308-Drilling and Blasting acquiring, manipulating and analyzing digital ter- • Mi Eng 345-Strata Control rain data for geological and geotechnical applica- tions. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275. Geological Engineering Courses 249 Fundamentals Of Computer Applications In Geological Engineering (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) 50 Geology For Engineers. (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Applications of existing and available software A study of earth materials, surface features, sur- Geological Engineering — 201

packages utilizing a variety of hardware systems 339 Groundwater Remediation (Lect 3.0) A survey for geological engineering purposes. Emphasis on of conventional and innovative techniques for re- practical utilization of personal computers and mediation of contaminated groundwater. Topics network operations for graphical analysis of geo- include groundwater cleanup standards, physico- logic data, mapping of surface and subsurface chemical properties of groundwater and contami- configurations and modeling of geologic process- nants, fate and transport of contaminants in the es. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50, Cmp Sc 73, 77. subsurface, hydrogeologic site characterization, 275 Geomorphology And Terrain Analysis (Lect and selection process of a remedial technology. 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Study of geomorphic processes, Various computer programs developed to assist in landform development and surfical materials. preliminary selection and design of remediation Course content stresses the evaluation of the en- technologies will be used. Prerequisite: Ge Eng gineering properties of terrain factors for site se- 331. lection and design of engineered structures. Pre- 340 Field Operations In Ground Water Hydrology requisite: Ge Eng 50. (Lect 3.0) A survey of ground water field opera- 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- tions. Topics include ground water exploration, ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- well drilling methods, drilling fluids, well screens, ment. Consent of instructor required. water and monitoring well design, well develop- 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- ment and testing, and pumps. A design project signed to give the department an opportunity to will be completed. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 331. test a new course. Variable title. 341 Engineering Geology And Geotechnics (Lect 310 Seminar (Lect 0.5) Discussion of current topics. 3.0) Study of procedures and techniques used to Prerequisite: Senior standing. evaluate geologic factors for site selection and the 315 Statistical Methods In Environmental Geolo- design of engineered structures. Prerequisite: Ge gy And Engineering (Lect 3.0) Study of statis- Eng 275. tical methods applicable to geologic investigations 342 Military Geology (Lect 3.0) This course will fa- in environmental protection studies. Topics in- miliarize geologists, geophysicists, civil and geo- clude design of test programs to meet regulatory logical engineers with the fundamental principles guidelines, statistical procedures for analysis of of physical geology, geohydrology and geomor- test data and applicable statistical techniques for phology as applied to military problems, such as comparing test conclusions with regulatory crite- development of fortitications, core infrastructure, ria. water resources and combat engineering require- 331 Subsurface Hydrology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) ments. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275 or graduate Introduction to the theory and engineering con- standing. cepts of the movement of subsurface fluids. Prop- 343 Subsurface Exploration (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) erties of water and other subsurface fluids. Hy- Lectures and field and laboratory exercises in the draulic characteristics of earth materials. Engi- use of geologic and geophysical techniques for neering problems related to subsurface fluids. evaluation of subsurface geology and resources. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 50. Prerequisite: Cv Eng 215 or Pe Eng 131. 333 Risk Assessment In Environmental Studies 344 Remote Sensing Technology (Lect 2.0 and Lab (Lect 3.0) This course will present the concepts 1.0) Principles of digital image processing includ- required to assess the human health and environ- ing image enhancement and multispectral classi- mental risks resulting from contaminants in soil fication. Emphasis upon design and implementa- and groundwater. Course topics include evalua- tion of remote sensing systems and analysis of re- tion of data sets, exposure calculation, chemical motely sensed data for geotechnical and environ- fate and transport, and development of conceptu- mental investigations. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 248. al site models. 346 Applications Of Geographic Information Sys- 335 Environmental Geological Engineering (Lect tems (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Applications of geo- 3.0) Introduction to engineering geologic map- graphic information systems and remote sensing ping for site selection for solid waste disposal fa- to environmental monitoring, mineral resource cilities; landfill site selection, design, permitting, exploration and geotechnical site evaluation. Pre- construction, operation, and closeout/reclama- requisite: Ge Eng 275 or consent of instructor. tion. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 275, accompanied or 349 Computer Applications In Geological Engi- preceded by Cv Eng 215. neering (Lect 3.0) Advanced topics in computer 337 Geological Aspects Of Hazardous Waste applications including: statistical analysis, geo- Management (Lect 3.0) Nature and classifica- statistical modeling, groundwater and contami- tion of hazardous wastes; federal and state regu- nant transport simulation, computer contouring lation for treatment and disposal; geological char- algorithms, and digital image processing. Empha- acterization of facility sites; design of impound- sis is on understanding the mathematical algo- ments, storage and containment facilities; ground rithms and computer implementation as well as water monitoring and protection; site permitting the practical application to site investigation, de- and licensing planning. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275. cision making, and modeling projects. Prerequi- site: Ge Eng 249. 202 — Geology and Geophysics

350 Geological Engineering Design (Lect 2.0 and 376 Environmental Aspects Of Mining (Lect 3.0) Lab 1.0) Geological engineering design is an Permitting: the legal environment of reclamation open-ended project course requiring the collec- and environmental impact assessment; post-min- tion of data, analysis and synthesis of that data ing land-use selection and mine planning for opti- and design of a socially acceptable, economical mum reclamation of all mines: metal, nonmetal, solution to the selected problem. Oral and written and coal; unit operations of reclamation; reports are required. Prerequisite: To be taken in drainage, backfill, soil replacement, revegetation, the semester before graduation. maintenance, etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; Mi 351 Geological Engineering Case Histories (Lect Eng 324 and 326 or prereq./coreq. Cv Eng 215. 3.0) This course presents significant concepts in (Co-listed with Mi Eng 376) geological engineering practices by using exam- 381 Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology And ples from practical experience to illustrate the ob- Contaminant Transport Mechs (Lect 3.0) A jectives. The examples will be drawn from classic study of the physical/chemical properties of rocks case histories as well as the professional experi- and sediments in the subsurface environment. ence of the instructor. Emphasis is put on waterrock properties such as 353 Regional Geological Engineering Problems permeability, capillarity, and mechanical disper- In North America (Lect 3.0) A physiographic sion. Both microscopic and macroscopic ap- approach to engineering materials and problems. proaches are used. Prerequisites: Cv Eng 230 & Course emphasizes the distribution and engineer- Ge Eng 331. ing characteristics of soil and rock to construction 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed and site problems and includes aggregates, foun- for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- dations, excavations, surface and ground water, gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not slope stability and arctic conditions. more than six (6) credit hours allowed for gradu- 371 Rock Engineering (Lect 3.0) Data requirements ation credit. Subject and credit to be arranged for design; engineering properties of rock; char- with the instructor. acterization of fractures and rock masses; stere- onet analysis of discontinuities; graphic analysis of failure; ground stress distribution; tunnel con- struction methods; ground support principles; se- Geology and lection of tunneling equipment; and specifications for underground construction. Prerequisite: Ge Geophysics Eng 275. Bachelor of Science 372 Soil Science In Engineering Practice (Lect 3.0) A study of the ways in which soils and geo- Master of Science logic conditions influence engineered projects. Doctor of Philosophy Soil formation, soil chemistry and properties to in- clude composition, organic component, ex- Emphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science level in change and water relationships as well as erosion geochemistry, geology, geophysics, groundwater control and revegetation will be covered. Prereq- and environmental geochemistry, and petroleum ge- uisite: Ge Eng 275. ology. 373 Geologic Field Methods (Lab 3.0) Field practice The Geology and Geophysics program is offered under in geologic mapping and interpretaton in the the department of Geological Sciences and Engineering. Western United States using topographic base Geology, geochemistry and geophysics study the maps and aerial photos. Emphasizes the descrip- history, composition, and structure of Earth and other tion and interpretation of stratigraphic sections, planetary bodies. The expertise and activities in the De- sedimentary and tectonic structures. Prerequi- partment of Geology and Geophysics make The Univer- site: Two courses in either Geology or Geological sity of Missouri-Rolla one of the leading U.S. research Engineering. universities. Faculty and students are investigating ar- 374 Engineering Geologic Field Methods (Lab 3.0) eas such as the study of nuclear waste disposal, ground Instruction in methods of field investigation re- water pollution, palynostratigraphy (micro fossils), geo- quired for engineering geological studies. Course physical characterization of geological hazards (e.g., will include procedures for interpretative mapping earthquakes, collapsed caverns) and geotechnical prob- of surficial geologic conditions, site characteriza- lems (e.g., bridge and roadway degradation), 3D seis- tion, and evaluation of geologic hazards. Written mic applications to petroleum exploration, evolution of reports are required. Prerequisite: Geo 373. petroleum reservoirs, genesis of ore deposits, the role 375 Aggregates And Quarrying (Lect 3.0) Proper- of magmatism and tectonics, and industrial processing ties and uses of aggregates. Finding aggregate of minerals. The Department provides the only program deposits and methods of extraction. Aggregate in Missouri in geophysics and geochemistry with an em- processing. Aggregate testing. Economics and phasis upon exploration and environmental applica- politics of aggregates. Special topics in aggre- tions. gates and quarrying. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50, Ge Students are drawn to geology and geophysics by a Eng 275. desire to explore a topic that is for many a personal pas- Geology and Geophysics — 203 sion. As a student in the Department of Geology and Mission Statement Geophysics, you may become involved in a wide range of studies. We have students investigating their world 1) Provide the highest quality education to students and beyond in areas as diverse as planetary geology, from the state of Missouri, the nation, and abroad fossils and evolution, volcanology, development of cave leading to the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in ge- systems, exploration for oil and gas, adsorption of pol- ology and geophysics. Prepare students for profes- lutants by soils, imaging near-surface structures using sional careers in five emphasis areas: geology, geo- ground penetrating radar, ore mineralization, creation of chemistry, geophysics, groundwater and environ- mountain systems, the beauty of minerals, to name but mental geochemistry, and petroleum geology. Pro- a few. Many courses involve work outdoors within the vide service courses for students in related depart- state of Missouri as well as in national parks such as the ments (including geological engineering, mining en- Grand Canyon. You may even find yourself snorkeling gineering, petroleum engineering, metallurgical en- over a coral reef in the Caribbean Sea. gineering, ceramic engineering, civil engineering, In the first two years of study, students develop a physics, biology and chemistry) as well as many of strong foundation in geology through the core curricu- the departments in the humanities and liberal arts. lum. This foundation is strengthened by course work in 2) The Department has both the opportunity and the chemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science, mission to engage in basic and applied research and the humanities and social sciences. Students begin that contributes to the solution of problems relat- to take more specialized courses pertaining to their par- ed to Mankind and the environment. To meet this ticular area of interest in their junior and senior years. goal, the Department collaborates on projects that The numerous elective courses offered by the Geology transcend the traditional boundaries between sci- and Geophysics Department, as well as courses outside entific and engineering disciplines. Faculty and the department, provide our majors with the flexibility students commonly conduct research with geolo- to custom design an emphasis area of their choice, fo- gists in the Rolla offices of the United States Geo- cusing in on aspects of Earth Science that are of most logical Survey and the Missouri Geological Survey, interest to them. In this way, our majors develop a with scientists and engineers from various disci- broad understanding of the fundamentals of our diverse plines at UMR and other campuses of the Universi- discipline while preserving this important opportunity to ty of Missouri system, as well as with other Earth develop their own passion within geology and geo- Scientists in universities within the United States physics. and abroad (e.g., Ireland, Republic of South The Earth Sciences have been an integral part of Africa). UMR since its founding in 1870. Our student organiza- 3) Provide graduates to the mining, petroleum, tions in geology and geophysics are among the oldest in groundwater, and environmental industries; to the the nation and include the Dake Society, American As- Missouri Geological Survey, the U.S. Geological Sur- sociation of Petroleum Geologists, Society of Exploration vey and other government research institutions. Geophysicists, and the Sigma Gamma Epsilon (Eta 4) Provide professional service in the fields of geology, Chapter) honor society. These organizations provide nu- geophysics, geochemistry, groundwater and envi- merous opportunities for social and scientific interaction ronmental geology. Such service includes the iden- among students, professionals, and faculty. tification of minerals, rocks, and fossils that are The Department of Geology and Geophysics is lo- sent to the department, the assessment of geolog- cated in McNutt Hall and it is especially well endowed ic hazards, contributing to the development and with modern, state-of-the-art equipment for teaching operation of professional organizations, and when and research in most areas of the Earth Sciences. The called upon, assisting local and state agencies with availability of such equipment provides our students the evaluation of geological problems. with an excellent laboratory and field educational expe- 5) Provide a strong foundation in fundamental principles rience. In addition, cooperative studies with the Mis- of geology and geophysics for undergraduate students souri Geological Survey and the U.S. Geological Survey who desire to pursue opportunities for advanced re- provide students with opportunities for part time em- search in the top graduate schools across the United ployment and on-the-job experience while they pursue States. Our graduates have continued their education their degree. in prestigious programs, including Arizona State, Cali- Geological Scientists enjoy their work. As a profes- fornia-Berkeley, Colorado, Colorado School of Mines, sional geologist or geophysicist you may explore for oil, Delaware, MIT, Michigan, Michigan State, Oklahoma, gas, and coal to provide for our nation's energy needs. Stanford, Texas, Virginia Tech, Washington, University You may search for minerals critical to industry. You of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Missouri- may become involved in minimizing environmental haz- Rolla. ards. In all cases, you will have the opportunity to work Faculty out-of-doors, in the lab, and with cutting edge technol- ogy. Professors: Neil L. Anderson2, Ph.D., Calgary Jay Gregg2 (Department Chair of Geological Sciences and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan State Robert Laudon,1,2 Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin 204 — Geology and Geophysics

Associate Professors: JUNIOR YEAR Estella A. Atekwana, Ph.D., Dalhousie University First Semester Credit John P. Hogan, Ph.D., Virginia Poly Tech. Physics 23-Engineering Physics I(2) ...... 4 Francisca Oboh-Ikuenobe2, Ph.D., Cambridge Stat 213,215,217 or Ge Eng 315-Stat ...... 3 David J. Wronkiewicz, Ph.D., New Mexico Institute of Geo 220-Structural Geology(5) ...... 4 Mining and Technology Hum/Soc Sci Elective ...... 3 Assistant Professors: Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) ...... 3 Eliot A. Atekwana, Ph.D., Western Michigan University 17 Adjunct Professors: John Burst, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla Waldemar M. Dressel, B.S., Mining Engineering, Univer- Second Semester sity of Missouri-Rolla w/Geology emphasis Physics 24-Engineering Physics II(2) ...... 4 Charles Robertson, M.A., University of Missouri-Columbia Geo 223/224-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation Lab . . . .4 James E. Vandike, M.S., South Dakota School of Mines Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) ...... 3 Lecturers: Free Elective(1) ...... 3 William W. Little, Ph.D., University of Colorado 14 Patrick S. Mulvany, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla Cheryl Seeger, Lecturer, Ph.D., University of Missouri- SUMMER OF JUNIOR YEAR Credit Rolla Geo 373-Field Geology ...... 3 Emeritus Professors Geo 374-Advanced Field Geology ...... 3 Sheldon Grant (Emeritus), Ph.D., Utah 6 Richard Hagni1,2 (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D., SENIOR YEAR University of Missouri-Columbia First Semester Credit Geza Kisvarsanyi (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of Elective (Science & Eng)(3) ...... 6 Missouri-Rolla Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) ...... 6 Richard Rechtien (Emeritus), Ph.D., Washington University Hum/Soc Sci Elective ...... 6 Gerald Rupert (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of Missouri- 18 Rolla Second Semester Alfred Spreng1,2 (Emeritus), Ph.D., Wisconsin Electives (Science & Eng)(3) ...... 6 1 Certified Professional Geologist Electives (Geo & Geop)(4) ...... 6 2 Registered Geologist Geo 210-Seminar ...... 1 Geop 381-Global Tectonics(5) ...... 3 Bachelor of Science 16 Geology and Geophysics 1) Free elective hours may be taken in any combina- tion of credit hours (1,2,3 etc.) and can include any FRESHMAN YEAR course offerings at the University. First Semester Credit 2) Students may substitute Physics 21 and 22 for Math 4-College Algebra or Sci & Eng Elective ...... 3 Physics 23; Physics 25 and 26 for Physics 24. Math 6-Trig (or 2 hours free electives) ...... 2 3) All Geology/Geophysics students must complete at English 20-Exposition and Argumentation ...... 3 least 15 hours of course work in science (which may Chem 4-Intro to Lab Safety ...... 1 include additional Geology/Geophysics courses), Geo 51-Physical Geology ...... 4 mathematics, and/or engineering in addition to Ge- Free elective(1) ...... 1 ology/Geophysics, mathematics, and science cours- 14 es required for the basic program. 12 hours of this Second Semester course work must be numbered 100 or above. Math 8-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry I ...... 5 4) All Geology/Geophysics students including those Chem 1-General Chemistry ...... 4 taking emphasis areas, must complete at least 18 Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab ...... 1 hours of course work numbered 200 or above in the Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth(5) ...... 4 Geology and Geophysics department, in addition to 14 the required core curriculum. Of these 18 hours, at SOPHOMORE YEAR least one course should be selected from each of First Semester Credit three (out of five) emphasis area groups listed in Math 21-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry II ...... 5 the program. History (112,175 or 176) or Pol Sc 90 ...... 3 5) Communications emphasized (CE) courses Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography ...... 5 Geo 338 or Cmp Sc 53, 71 or 73 & 77 ...... 3 Core Curriculum 16 Second Semester Taken by all students in Geology & Geophysics. English 60 (writing course) ...... 3 Credit Econ 121-Prin of Micro or 122-Prin of Macro ...... 3 Geo 51-Physical Geology ...... 4 Geo 130-Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology(5) . . . . .5 Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth ...... 4 Geo-275-Intro to Geochemistry ...... 3 Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography ...... 5 14 Geo 130-Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology ...... 5 Geology and Geophysics — 205

Geo 210-Seminar ...... 1 Geo 376 Aqueous Geochemistry ...... 3 Geo 220-Structural Geology ...... 4 Ge Eng 335 Environmental Geological Eng or Geo 223-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation ...... 3 Ge Eng 331 Subsurface Hydrology ...... 3 Geo 224-Stratigraphy Lab ...... 1 Ge Eng 337 Geol Aspects of Haz Waste Mgt ...... 3 Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry ...... 3 Total 15 Geo 373-Field Geology ...... 3 In addition, to complete degree requirements with an Geo 374-Advanced Field Geology ...... 3 emphasis area in Groundwater and Environmental Geol- Geop 381-Global Tectonics ...... 3 ogy students must complete 4 courses (12 hrs. mini- Total 39 mum) to be selected from an approval list and with guidance from student’s advisor. Geochemistry Emphasis Area The following courses are required: Petroleum Geology Emphasis Area Credit The following courses are required: Geo 234-Petrology & Petrography ...... 3 Credit Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry ...... 3 Geo 227-Systematic Paleontology ...... 3 Geo 294-Metallic & Industrial Mineral Deposits . . . . .3 Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry ...... 3 Geo 376-Aqueous Geochemistry ...... 3 Geo 324-Adv Stratigraphy & Basin Evolution ...... 3 Total 12 Geo 338-Computer Mapping ...... 2 In addition, to complete degree requirements with an Geo 340-Petroleum Geology ...... 3 emphasis area in Groundwater and Environmental Geol- Geo 385-Exploration & Dev Seismology ...... 3 ogy students must complete 4 courses (12 hours mini- Pe Eng 232-Well Logging I ...... 3 mum) to be selected from an approval list and with Total 20 guidance from student’s advisor. In addition, to complete degree requirements with an emphasis area in Petroleum Geology students must General Geology Emphasis Area complete two courses (6 hours minimum) to be select- The following courses are required: ed from an approval list and with guidance from stu- Credit dent’s advisor. Geo 227 Systematic Paleontology ...... 3 Geo 275 Introduction to Geochemistry ...... 3 Minor Curriculum in Geology Geo 234 Petrology and Petrography ...... 3 The minor will consist of 12 hours of geology in ad- Geo 294 Metallic and Industrial Mineral Deposits . . . .3 dition to those taken to satisfy the student’s major cur- Geo 340 Petroleum Geology ...... 3 riculum. Choice of courses for the minor must be ap- Total 15 proved by both the student’s major and minor depart- In addition to complete degree requirements with an em- ments. Suggested courses: phasis area in General Geology students must complete Geo 51(3) Geo 275(3) 4 courses (12 hrs. minimum) to be selected from an ap- Geo 52(4) Geo 294(3) proved list and with guidance from student’s advisor. Geo 113(5) Geo 324(3) Geo 220(4) Geo 373(3) Geophysics Emphasis Area Geo 223(3) Geop 380(3) The following courses are required: Geo 254(2) Geop 382(3) Credit Math/Stat 204-Elementary Differential Equations . . .3 Geology Courses Math/Stat 325-Partial Differential Equations ...... 3 Cmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical Methods ...... 3 51 Physical And Environmental Geology (Lect Geop 286-Intro to Geophysical Data Analysis ...... 3 3.0 and Lab 1.0) Materials, structures and other Geop 382-Environmental and Eng Geophysics . . . . .3 features of the Earth and planetary bodies are Geop 336-Geophysical Field Methods ...... 3 studied in the context of Earth resource hazards Geop 385-Exploration and Dev Seismology ...... 3 and environmental challenges. The laboratory fo- Total 21 cuses on the study of common rocks and miner- In addition, to complete degree requirements with an als, air photographs, maps, and case studies of emphasis area in Geophysics students must complete 2 geological problems. One field trip is required. courses (6 hrs. minimum) to be selected from an ap- (Co-listed with Geo Eng 51) proved list and with guidance from student’s advisor. 52 Evolution Of The Earth (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0) A survey of the physical and biological history of Groundwater and Environmental the earth from the coalescence of the solar sys- Geochemistry Emphasis Area tem to the present. A one day field trip at student expense is required. Prerequisites: Recommend The following courses are required: Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51 or Bio 110 but not required. Credit 101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- Geo 275 Intro to Geochemistry ...... 3 signed to give the department an opportunity to Geo 375 Applied Geochemistry ...... 3 test a new course. Variable title. 206 — Geology and Geophysics

113 Mineralogy And Crystallography (Lect 4.0 and brates. Emphasis of the course is on fossil mor- Lab 1.0) An introduction to the study of minerals, phology, classification, and environmental rela- including their systematic classification, crystal- tionships. Prerequisite: Geo 52. lography, morphology, chemistry, societal use, 254 Map And Airphoto Interpretation (Lect 1.0 geologic occurrence, environmental application and Lab 1.0) Geologic interpretation from topo- and impact, and identification by means of their graphic maps and aerial photographs, in order to physical and chemical properties. Prerequisites: develop geologic maps, geologic cross-sections, Chem 1 and Chem 2. structure contour maps, and other means of de- 125 Physical Mineralogy And Petrology (Lect 2.0 picting geology. Prerequisites: Geo 52 and 220. and Lab 1.0) An introduction to the study of phys- 260 Methods Of Karst Hydrogeology (Lect 3.0) ical mineralogy and petrology, overviewing sys- This course is designed to familiarize geologists tematic determination of minerals and rocks by and geological engineers with karst hydrogeology. means of their physical properties. Includes the It will include the formation of karst, aquatic geo- recognition of crystal forms and field relationships chemistry in karst areas, identifying karst fea- of rocks. Course designed for non-geology ma- tures and understanding their hydrologic signifi- jors, credit will not count towards a geology-geo- cance. The techniques for investigating ground- physics degree. Prerequisites: Chem 1 and Chem water in karst areas will be emphasized, and will 2 or Chem 5; Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51 include groundwater tracing using fluorescent 130 Igneous And Metamorphic Petrology (Lect dyes. Several field trips at student expense will be 4.0 and Lab 1.0) A comprehensive study of required. Prerequisites: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50 and megascopic and microscopic characteristics of ig- Geo 223. neous and metamorphic rocks. Fundamental the- 275 Introduction To Geochemistry (Lect 3.0) Ap- ories for their origin are presented. The class in- plication of basic chemical principals towards in- cludes an intensive four day trip examining these vestigations of element distributions in geologic rock types in the field. Prerequisite: Geo 113. systems. Emphasis on origin of elements in our 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- Solar System, element distribution during plane- ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- tary formation, phase equilibria, rock-water inter- ment. Consent of instructor required. actions, thermodynamic principles, environmen- 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- tal and isotope geochemistry. Prerequisite: Chem signed to give the department an opportunity to 1. test a new course. Variable title. 286 Introduction To Geophysical Data Analysis 210 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics. (Lect 3.0) The principles of time series and space Required for two semesters during senior year. series data analysis, digitization and aliasing, fre- 211 Optical Mineralogy (Lab 2.0) The optical prop- quency-wavenumber spectra, digital filtering, lin- erties of minerals and their use in mineral identi- ear system theory, complex number spaces, vec- fication. The identification of minerals using the tor spaces, and matrix methods. Prerequisites: petrographic microscope is taught with emphasis Cmp Sc 63 & 73, Physics 25, & Math 204 (or con- on the oil immersion method. Prerequisite: Geo current registration). 113. 294 Metallic And Industrial Mineral Deposits 220 Structural Geology (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0) A (Lect 3.0) Basic processes involved in the forma- study of the architecture of the earth. Geologic tion of metallic and industrial mineral deposits il- structures, criteria for recognition, solution of lustrated by typical examples of deposits from structural problems, and properties and behavior throughout the world. Exploration and economic of rocks under different geologic conditions are factors in mineral exploration and development emphasized. Field trip fee required. Prerequisite: are reviewed. Two all day field trips at student ex- Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50. pense required. Prerequisites: Geo 51 and 113. 223 Stratigraphy And Sedimentation (Lect 3.0) 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- Principles of physical stratigraphy, bio-stratigra- ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- phy and introductory sedimentation. Introduction ment. Consent of instructor required. to depositional systems, facies, unconformaties, 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- stratigraphic nomenclature and correlation. One signed to give the department an opportunity to field trip at student expense is required. Prerequi- test a new course. Variable title. site: Geo 130 or Geo 125. 305 Hydrogeology (Lect 3.0) This course discusses 224 Stratigraphy Lab (Lab 1.0) This course re-en- geologic aspects of major surface and subsurface forces the principles of stratigraphy and sedimen- hydrologic systems of North America. Chemical tation through the use of "hands-on" laboratory and physical relationships between groundwater procedures such as seive and pipette analyses, and fractures, faults, karst, subsurface pressures, correlation problems, fence diagrams and strati- mineral deposits plus both contaminant and hy- graphic maps. One field trip at student expense is drocarbon migration are discussed. Prerequisites: required. Prerequisite: Concurrent with Geo 223. Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51, Geo 223 recommended. 227 Systematic Paleontology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 312 Ore Microscopy (Lect 1.0 and Lab 2.0) A study 1.0) Introduction to the study of fossil inverte- of polished sections of minerals and ores under Geology and Geophysics — 207

reflected light. Includes the preparation of pol- dures used for exploration, and development of ished sections, the identification of ore minerals, hydrocarbon resources. Prerequisite: Geo 220. and the study of the textures, associations, and 341 Applied Petroleum Geology (Lect 1.0 and Lab alterations of ore minerals. Prerequisite: Geo 113. 2.0) The principles of petroleum geology are ap- 324 Advanced Stratigraphy And Basin Evolution plied in solving hydrocarbon exploration and de- (Lect 3.0) Advanced topics in sedimentary geolo- velopmental problems. Geological and economical gy including: tectonic controls on sedimentary techniques for evaluating hydrocarbonbearing basin development, global sequence stratigraphy, reservoirs are presented, with methods for deci- regional facies and diagenetic patterns, basin hy- sionmaking under conditions of extreme uncer- drogeology, thermal evolution of basins and dis- tainty. Prerequisite: Geo 340. tribution of economic resources. Prerequisites: 345 Radioactive Waste Management And Reme- Geo 223, 220, preceded or accompanied by Geo diation (Lect 3.0) Sources and classes of ra- 275 recommended. dioactive waste, long-term decay, spent fuel stor- 325 Advanced Physical Geology (Lect 3.0) History age, transport, disposal options, regulatory con- and materials of the Earth's crust, structures and trol, materials issues, site selection and geologic geological features of the surface. Study of com- characterization, containment, design and moni- mon minerals and rocks, topographic and geolog- toring requirements, domestic and foreign waste ic maps, depositional systems, sedimentary clas- disposal programs, economic and environmental sification systems. Prerequisite: Consent of in- issues; history of disposal actions, and conduct of structor. remedial actions and cleanup. Prerequisite: Math 329 Micropaleontology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) In- 204. (Co-listed with Nu Eng 345) troduction to the preparation and study of micro- 372 Geological Field Studies (Variable) Intensive scopic fossils. Prerequisite: Geo 227. field study of selected regions of geological inter- 330 Granites And Rhyolites (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0) est. This course is built around a week to ten-day Processes governing the generation and crystal- long field trip to be held over spring break or af- lization of felsic magma will be covered, with spe- ter final exams at the end of a semester. Students cific reference to: 1) crust vs mantle sources, 2) are expected to bear the expense of the field trip. melt migration and emplacement, 3) magma Prerequisites: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50. chamber dynamics, 4) the volcanic-plutonic con- 373 Field Geology (Lab 3.0) Field practice in geolog- nection, and 5) the relationship to tectonic set- ic mapping and interpretation in the Western Unit- ting. A field trip at the student's expense is re- ed States using topographic base maps and aeri- quired. Prerequisite: Geo 130. al photos. Emphasizes the description and inter- 332 Depositional Systems (Lect 3.0) Depositional pretation of stratigraphic sections, sedimentary systems and their interpretation using seismic and tectonic structures. Prerequisite: Two Geolo- stratigraphy. Emphasis on deltaic formations, gy courses. submarine fans, carbonate depositional environ- 374 Advanced Field Geology (Lab 3.0) Detailed ments and their recognition using reflection seis- field work in areas related to the projects of Geol- mic techniques. Field trip fee required. Prerequi- ogy 373. Courses to be taken the same summer. site: Geo 223. A written report on the full summer's projects is 334 Advanced Igneous and Metamorphic Petrol- required. Prerequisite: Geo 373. ogy (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0) Processes governing 375 Applied Geochemistry (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) the formation of igneous and metamorphic rocks Application of the principles of geochemistry and as constrained by geochemical, isotopic, and ther- techniques of geochemical analysis in a student modynamic data, with particular reference to the research project investigating geochemical relationship between rock suites and tectonic set- processes (mineral deposits, environmental geo- ting. The laboratory will emphasize the descrip- chemistry, trace element migration, or water-rock tion of rock suites in hand sample and thin sec- interaction). Field trip fee required. Prerequisites: tion. A field trip at the student's expense is re- Geo 113 and Geo 275. quired. Prerequisite: Geology 130. 376 Aqueous Geochemistry (Lect 3.0) Studies of 338 Computer Mapping In Geology (Lect 2.0 and the interaction of water with minerals and organ- Lab 1.0) This course introduces the basics of both ic materials at low temperatures; including surface and subsurface geologic mapping. It in- processes affecting the migration of elements (al- troduces procedures and problems associated teration, precipitation, and adsorption), the influ- with digitizing, gridding, contouring, volumetrics ence of geochemical processes on water composi- and generation of three dimensional diagrams on tion, weathering, soil formation, and pollution. the PC. Integration of field gathered data with Prerequisite: Geo 275. USGS and GSI databases for the purpose of mak- 383 Electrical Methods In Geophysics (Lect 3.0) ing surface geologic maps is also included. Pre- The theory and instrumentation for measure- requisite: Geo 51. ments of the electrical properties of the earth. In- 340 Petroleum Geology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Prin- cludes passive and active techniques, the advan- ciples of origin, migration, and accumulation of oil tages and disadvantages of the various tech- and gas. The laboratory introduces the proce- niques, and geologic interpretations of electrical 208 — Geology and Geophysics

soundings. Several weekends are spent making a 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- variety of electrical surveys of local features. Pre- signed to give the department an opportunity to requisites: Math 325 and Geop 321. test a new course. Variable title. 384 Gravity And Magnetic Methods (Lect 3.0) The 321 Potential Field Theory (Lect 3.0) The mathe- theory of gravity and magnetic surveying for geo- matics and physics of gravitational, magnetic, and logic bodies of economic interest. Includes meth- electrical fields of the earth as derived from po- ods for the calculation of size and depth of bodies tential functions, with applications to practical with different degrees of magnetization and den- problems. The theorems of Laplace, Poisson, sity. Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 321. Gauss, and Green and their applications to geo- 386 Wave Propagation (Lect 3.0) A study of Hamil- physics are presented. Prerequisite: Accompanied ton's principle and energy theorems, fundamen- or preceded by Math 325. tals of plane wave theory, waves in stratified flu- 336 Geophysical Field Methods (Lect 2.0 and Lab ids, elastic waves in solids, electromagnetic and 1.0) Imaging of selected subsurface and engi- hydromagnetic radiation, and Allens's functions neering features by various geophysical methods. and point sources. Prerequisites: Geop 286 and Special emphasis on ground penetrating radar 321. and magnetic methods; and the acquisition and 387 Acquisition Of Seismic Data (Lect 2.0 and Lab reduction of associated data. One field trip at stu- 1.0) Theory and application of the acquisition of dent expense required. Prerequisite: Geop 285. seismic data. Determination of recording and en- 380 Seismic Stratigraphy (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) A ergy source array responses, evaluation of ener- study of the seismic expression of depositional gy sources, and the design of a complete acquisi- models. Reflection patterns and reflection ampli- tion system. Prerequisite: Geop 286 and 380 or tudes are interpreted to determine bed thickness- permission of instructor. es, fluid content, depositional environment, and 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed lithology. Special data acquisition and processing for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- techniques are examined. Prerequisites: Geop gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not 385, Geo 220, 223. more than six (6) credit hours allowed for gradu- 381 Global Tectonics (Lect 3.0) An integrated view ation credit. Subject and credit to be arranged of the Earth's structure and dynamics with an em- with the instructor. phasis on information gained through geophysical 394 Coal Petrology (Lect 3.0) Formation, composi- methods. Topics include seismology, heat flow, tion, and properties of coals. Discussion of the ge- gravity, rheological and compositional structure, ology of selected coal deposits, the analysis of plate motions and intermotions, and mantle driv- coal, and the optical identification of coal miner- ing mechanisms for plate tectonics. Prerequisite: als. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Geo 220. 382 Environmental And Engineering Geophysics (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) An introduction to the the- Geophysics Courses ory and application of the gravity, magnetic, re- 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- sistivity, self-potential, induced polarization and signed to give the department an opportunity to electromagnetic methods as applied to the solu- test a new course. tion of engineering and environmental problems. 285 Geophysical Imaging (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) A Prerequisite: Math 22. study of the major geophysical methods applica- 383 Electrical Methods In Geophysics (Lect 2.0 ble to shallow engineering and environmental and Lab 1.0) The theory and instrumentation for geoscience. Topics include the background theory measurements of the electrical properties of the and practical application of gravity, magnetics, ra- earth. Includes passive and active techniques, the diometrics, resistivity, induced polarization, spon- advantages and disadvantages of the various taneous potential, reflection and refraction seis- techniques, and geologic interpretations of elec- mics, ground penetrating radar, electromagentics, trical soundings. Several weekends are spent and borehole logging methods. Prerequisites: making a variety of electrical surveys of local fea- Physics 24; Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51. tures. Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 285 or 286 Introduction To Geophysical Data Analysis Geop 382. (Lect 3.0) The application of time series and spa- 385 Exploration And Development Seismology tial series analysis techniques to geophysical (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Principles of reflection seis- data. Topics covered include digitization and alias- mology as applied to the delineation of geologic ing of geophysical signals, frequency and structures and the determination of stratigraphy wavenumber spectra, digital filtering and linear and lithology. Emphasis on both the capabilities systems theory. Prerequisites: Math 22 and Cmp and limitations of the seismic method. The labo- Sc 53, 73 & 77, or 74 & 78. ratory utilizes both modeled and actual seismic 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- data. Prerequisite: Math 22. ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- 386 Wave Propagation (Lect 3.0) A study of Hamil- ment. Consent of instructor required. ton's principle and energy theorems, fundamen- tals of plane wave theory, waves in stratified flu- Metallurgical Engineering — 209

ids, elastic waves in solids, electromagnetic and A graduate of metallurgical engineering may work in hydromagnetic radiation, and Allen's functions a variety of areas. The chemical metallurgist is involved and point sources. Prerequisites: Geop 281, 321. in the production of metals from mineral ores and recy- 387 Acquisition Of Seismic Data (Lect 2.0 and Lab cled material, utilizing physical and chemical processes. 1.0) Theory and application of the acquisition of Typical processes include mineral beneficiation, py- seismic data. Determination of recording and en- rometallurgy, hydrometallurgy and elecrometallurgy. ergy source array responses, evaluation of ener- Modern challenges include the recovery of metallic val- gy sources, and the design of a complete acquisi- ues from ores of decreasing grade, expanded recycling tion system. Prerequisites: Geop 286, 380. of materials, and a variety of materials - related envi- 388 Geophysical Instrumentation (Lab 1.0) Field ronmental issues. Combatting corrosion is another ma- and laboratory practice in the use of geophysical jor area. instrumentation. Techniques of geophysical data The manufacturing metallurgist is concerned with reduction and interpretation are also covered. the manufacture of metal products with the desired May be taken more than once for credit with Geop geometry, precision and performance properties at a 383 and Geop 384. Prerequisite: Concurrent reg- desired production rate and level of quality. Deformation istration in Geop 382, 283 or 384. processes, welding and joining, powder metallurgy, 389 Seismic Data Processing (Lect 2.0 and Lab metal casting, heat treatment, platings and coatings, 1.0) Introduction to seismic data processing. Top- and inspection for quality assurance are all potential as- ics to be covered include statics corrections, fil- pects of a manufacturing system. tering, velocity analysis, deconvolution, stacking The properties of all metallic components are relat- and migration. Prerequisites: Math 22, and Geop ed to the chemical composition of the material, and the 285 or Geop 385. resultant structure, beginning with and crystals 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed and progressing through crystalline assemblies. The for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- study of the microstructure of metals and alloys and the gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not control of the associated properties is the responsibility more than six credit hours allowed for graduation of the physical metallurgist. The development of corro- credit. Subject and credit to be arranged with the sion-resistant stainless steels, ultra-lightweight alloys instructor. for aircraft, high-temperature wear-resistant alloys for engines, and shape-memory alloys for space structures are examples of the work of the physical metallurgist. The heat treatment of alloys is an area of importance for Metallurgical both physical and manufacturing metallurgy. In addi- tion, the investigation of material failures and the as- Engineering surance of component quality are tasks that are per- Bachelor of Science formed by physical and manufacturing metallurgists. At UMR, students do not have to select an empha- Master of Science sis area and may simply select technical electives ap- Doctor of Philosophy propriate to their interests. There are ample technical electives to provide complete emphasis areas in chemi- The department has sufficient bredth for students cal, manufacturing, and physical metallurgy. to focus on chemical metallurgy, manufacturing Students are encouraged to undertake summer and metallurgy, and physical metallurgy. cooperative training employment with approved compa- nies to obtain industrial experience and simultaneously The Metallurgical Engineering program is offered supplement their academic studies and incomes. under the department of Materials Science and Engi- The department is housed in McNutt Hall and has neering. outstanding facilities for both classroom and laboratory The development of mankind has frequently been learning. There are four electron microscopes, a well linked to the ability to use metals recovered from the equipped metals casting and joining laboratory, and earth’s crust. Metallic materials are found in all areas of comprehensive metals deformation and testing facili- the world, and are in use in virtually every industry. ties. The undergraduate curriculum emphasizes labora- Their production is vital to the economy and to the con- tory activities to ensure that graduates receive a hands- tinued development of the human race. Metallurgical on education, and the extensive research activities and Engineering is a broad discipline that studies metals facilities provide numerous opportunities for undergrad- production from minerals, waste and recycled materials, uate students. Additional information is available at the manufacture of components from metals and alloys, http://www.umr.edu/~meteng. and the design of metallic materials to achieve appro- priate mechanical, physical and chemical properties. Mission Statement UMR has one of the few metallurgical engineering The mission of the department is to provide a quali- departments in the United States with the capability of ty, comprehensive undergraduate and graduate educa- covering the whole spectrum of metallurgical activities. tion in the traditional areas of metallurgical engineering. It is the only such department in Missouri and in any of The major program goal is to produce a Bachelor of Sci- the contiguous states. ence graduate with a sound fundamental knowledge and 210 — Metallurgical Engineering extensive hands-on-technical, communication, and lead- 17 ership skills, capable of contributing in any technical area associated with metallurgy. The department is also com- SOPHOMORE YEAR mitted to a strong graduate program, which ensures sig- First Semester Credit nificant research activity, an active and involved faculty, Physics 24-Engineering Physics II ...... 4 and a robust, healthy environment for education. The Math 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III ...... 4 provision of service course work for students in other en- Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers ...... 3 gineering disciplines is also in important goal, as is inter- BE 50 Statics ...... 3 action with professional societies and industry to promote Econ 121/122-Principles of Micro or Macro Econ . . . 3 continuing education, research, and technical information 17 transfer. The utilization of the departmental resources to Second Semester assist the state agencies and industry of Missouri and the Math 204-Elementary Differential Equations ...... 3 mid-west is an integral part of the departmental mission. BE 110-Mechanics of Materials ...... 3 Mt Eng 215-Fundamentals of Metal Behavior ...... 3 Faculty Mt Eng 216-Metals Behavior Lab ...... 1 Professors: Mt Eng 221-Principles of Metals Processing ...... 3 Donald R. Askeland (Distinguished Teaching Professor Mt Eng 222-Metals Processing Lab ...... 1 Emeritus), Ph.D., Michigan Hum/Soc Sci Elective8 ...... 3 Richard Brow, Ph.D., (Department Chair of Materials 17 Science and Engineering), Pennsylvania State Uni- versity JUNIOR YEAR Fred Kisslinger1 (Emeritus), Ph.D., Cincinnati First Semester Credit Ronald A. Kohser, Ph.D., Lehigh Mt Eng 204-Transport Phenomena in Metallurgy . . . .3 H. Philip Leighly, Jr.1,2, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Illinois Mt Eng 281-Metallurgical Thermodynamics I ...... 3 Arthur E. Morris (Emeritus), Ph.D., Pennsylvania State Mt Eng 217-Metals Microstructural Development . . . .3 Thomas J. O’Keefe (Curators’ Emeritus), Ph.D., UMR Mt Eng 218-Metals Structures & Properties Lab . . . . .1 David G. C. Robertson2, Ph.D., University of New South Technical Elective6 ...... 3 Wales Communication Elective5 ...... 3 Mark E. Schlesinger1, Ph.D., University of Arizona 16 David C. Van Aken1, Ph.D., Illinois Second Semester Associate Professors: Mt Eng 202-Extractive Met Lab ...... 1 Rajiv S. Mishra, Ph.D., Sheffield Mt Eng 203-Intro to Extractive Metallurgy ...... 3 Joseph W. Newkirk, Ph.D., University of Virginia EE 281-Electrical Circuits ...... 3 Matthew J. O’Keefe, Ph.D., Illinois Hum/Soc Sci Elective8 ...... 3 Kent D. Peaslee1, Ph.D., UMR Technical Elective6 ...... 3 Christopher W. Ramsay, (Associate Director of Fresh- Statistics Elective7 ...... 3 man Engineering), Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines 16 Von L. Richards, Ph.D., Michigan SENIOR YEAR Assistant Professor: First Semester Credit F. Scott Miller, Ph.D., UMR Mt Eng 315-Metallurgy Process Design Principles . . .2 Mt Eng 354-Process Metallurgy-Lab ...... 2 1 Registered Professional Engineer Mt Eng 355-Process Metallurgy Applications ...... 2 2 Chartered Engineer, United Kingdom Cer Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids . . .3 Technical Elective6 ...... 3 Bachelor of Science Free Elective9 ...... 3 Metallurgical Engineering 15 Second Semester ...... FRESHMAN YEAR Mt Eng 316-Mt Design Project ...... 2 First Semester Credit Hum/Soc Sci Electives8 ...... 3 BE 10-Study and Careers in Eng ...... 1 Technical Elective6 ...... 6 Chem 1-General Chemistry ...... 4 Free Elective9 ...... 3 Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab ...... 1 14 1 Math 14-Calculus for Engineers I ...... 4 NOTES: Engl 20-Exposition and Argumentation ...... 3 1) Math 8 can be substituted for Math 14 BE 20-Eng. Design and Computer Appls ...... 3 2) Math 21 can be substituted for Math 15 16 3) Chem 3 can be substituted for Met 125 Second Semester 4) History Elective (3 hours)-HIST 112, 175, 176, or 3 Met 125-Chemistry of Materials ...... 3 PolSci 90 2 Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II ...... 4 5) Communication Elective (3hours)-ENGL 60, ENGL Phys 23-Engineering Physics I ...... 4 160, or SpM 85 8 Hum/Soc Sci Elective ...... 3 6) Technical Electives (15 hours) (Met. Eng. or Ap- 4 History Elective (Government) ...... 3 proved listing) Metallurgical Engineering — 211

7) Statistics Elective-Eng Mg 385, STAT 213, or STAT • ME 253-Manufacturing 215 8) HSS Electives-to be taken in accordance with the Materials Minor Curriculum School of Materials, Energy, and Earth Resources policy A Materials Minor is available to any UMR student. on H/SS The minor requires a total of 15 hours of materials re- 9) Free Electives (6 hours)-algebra, trigonometry, ba- lated course work and must include Mt Eng 121 or Mt sic ROTC, and courses considered remedial excluded Eng 377 and Mt Eng 221 or ME 153. An additional 3 hours must come from either Metallurgical or Ceramic NOTE: All Metallurgical Engineering students must take Engineering courses. The remaining 6 hours may be the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination prior to from any combination of materials related courses ap- graduation. A passing grade on this examination is not proved by Metallurgical Engineering. required to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is the first step toward becoming a registered professional engi- Approved Materials related courses neer. This requirement, together with the department’s Senior Assessment, is part of the UMR assessment Approved courses in Metallurgical Engineering process as described in Assessment Requirements Additional hours may come from any 100, 200 or 300 found elsewhere in this catalog. Students must sign a level courses. release form giving the University access to their Fun- damentals of Engineering Examination score. Approved courses in Ceramic Engineering Additional hours may come from any 100, 200 or 300 Suggested course electives are provided below: level courses.

Chemical/Process Metallurgy: Approved courses in Chemistry • Met Eng 307,308-Metals Casting Chem 381 Chemistry and Inherent Properties of • Met Eng 358-Steelmaking Polymers • Mt Eng 359-Environmental Aspects of Metals Manu- facturing Approved courses in Aerospace Engineering • Mt Eng 363-Metal Coating Processes AE 311 Introduction to Composite Materials and • Mt Eng 365-Microfabrication Materials and Processes Structures • Mt Eng 381-Corrosion and Its Prevention AE 329 Smart Materials and Sensors • Cr Eng 364-Refractories AE 336 Fracture Mechanics • Min Eng 241-Principles of Mineral Processing AE 344 Fatigue Analysis • Min Eng 242-Mineral Processing Lab Approved courses in Chemical Engineering Physical Metallurgy: Ch Eng 349 Structure and properties of Polymers • Mt Eng 313-Electron Microscopy Ch Eng 381 Corrosion and its Prevention • Mt Eng 331, 332-Steels and Their Treatments • Mt Eng 333-Nonferrous Alloys Approved courses in Electrical Engineering • Mt Eng 341-Nuclear Materials I EE 329 Smart Materials and Sensors • Mt Eng 375-Metallurgical Failure Analysis • Mt Eng 385-Mechanical Metallurgy Approved courses in Mechanical Engineering • Cr Eng 251-Phase Equilibria ME 329 Smart Materials and Sensors • Cr Eng 284-Electrical Properties of Ceramics ME 336 Fracture Mechanics • Cr Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids ME 338 Fatigue Analysis • ME 336-Fracture Mechanics • ME 338-Fatigue Analysis Manufacturing Metallurgy: Metallurgical Engineering Courses • Mt Eng 305,306-Nondestructive Testing • Mt Eng 307,308-Metals Casting 1 Introduction To Metallurgical Engineering • Mt Eng 311-Metals Joining (Lect 1.0) Introduction to the field of metallurgi- • Mt Eng 321-Metal Deformation Processes cal engineering with specific reference to the em- • Mt Eng 329-Material Selection phasis areas of extractive, manufacturing and • Mt Eng 331,332-Steels and Their Treatments physical metallurgy. The course will include lec- • Mt Eng 359-Environmental Aspects of Metals Manu- tures, videos and field trips to local industry. facturing 101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- • Mt Eng 363-Metal Coating Processes signed to give the department an opportunity to • Mt Eng 365-Microfabrication Materials and Process- test a new course. Variable title. es 121 Metallurgy For Engineers (Lect 3.0) Introduc- • Mt Eng 367-Intro to Powder Metallurgy tion to the structure and properties of metals and • Mt Eng 385-Mechanical Metallurgy alloys and to processes used to modify the struc- ture and properties of metallic materials, includ- 212 — Metallurgical Engineering

ing alloying, deformation and heat treating. Pre- mechanical testing. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, requisite: Chem 1. accompanied by Mt Eng 215. 125 Chemistry Of Materials (Lect 3.0) Basic Inor- 217 Metals Microstructural Development (Lect ganic Chemistry of Materials. Topics will include 3.0) Fundamentals of microstructural develop- chemical properties, structure and bonding of ments as relating to solid solutions, solidification solids, energy, enthalpy, entropy, thermochem- and transformations; phase diagrams; case stud- istry, kinetics and rate processes. Application of ies. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215, 216. chemistry principles to materials engineering 218 Metals Structures And Properties Laboratory through flowsheeting, reactor design, materi- (Lab 1.0) Investigation of the relationships be- als/metals processing and the environment. Pre- tween microstructures and properties for various requisite: Chem 1. materials. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215, 216, ac- 126 Computer Application In Metallurgical Engi- companied by Mt Eng 217. neering (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Introduction to 221 Principles Of Materials Processing (Lect 3.0) the use of microcomputers for simulation, data An introduction to various methods of processing analysis including statistics, data acquisition from of metals and influences of processing on design. laboratory instruments, and automatic process Includes: casting, welding, shaping, inspection control systems. The course will provide instruc- and testing. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121. tion in programming and software usage, and the 222 Metals Processing (Lab 1.0) Laboratory study laboratory will enable students to fully utilize the of the methods of processing of metals. Prerequi- potential of microcomputer in later courses. site: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng 221. 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- 281 Metallurgical Thermodynamics I (Lect 3.0) ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- Thermodynamic laws and thermodynamic func- ment. Consent of instructor required. tions and their relation to problems of metallurgi- 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- cal interest, , thermophysics, signed to give the department an opportunity to and chemical or phase equilibria. Prerequisites: test a new course. Variable title. Mt Eng 125 or Chem 52; Mt Eng 126 or Cmp Sc 202 Extractive Metallurgy Laboratory (Lab 1.0) A 77. series of laboratory experiments designed to illus- 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- trate the principles of pyrometallurgy, hydromet- ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- allurgy, and electrometallurgy. Prerequisites: Pre- ment. Consent of instructor required. ceded or accompanied by Mt Eng 203; preceded 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- or accompanied by Chem 4 or an equivalent train- signed to give the department an opportunity to ing program approved by UMR. test a new course. Variable title. 203 Introduction To Extractive Metallurgy (Lect 303 New Developments In Chemical Metallurgy 3.0) Production and refining of metals by py- (Variable) Survey of selected modern processes rometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and electrometal- for the production of metals, the treatment of lurgy. Emphasis on heat and mass balance calcu- wastes, and recycling of metal values. Processes lations for the unit processes of metals extraction. are studied with respect to raw materials, chemi- Introduction to the principles of combustion, heat cal reactions, energy consumption, process inten- utilization and recovery. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 281 sity, yield and environmental impact. Prerequi- or Cr Eng 259 or Ch Eng 143. site: Mt Eng 203. 204 Transport Phenomena In Metallurgy (Lect 305 Nondestructive Testing (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) 3.0) The application of the principles of fluid flow Principles and application of various means of and heat transfer to the solution of practical prob- nondestructive testing of metallic materials. Radi- lems in metallurgical engineering. Prerequisite: ological inspection methods, ultrasonic testing, Physics 23. magnetic methods, electrical and eddy current 212 Cooperative Training (Variable) On-the-job ex- methods, and others. In addition, laboratory ex- perience gained through cooperative education in ercises using industrial grade NDT equipment to the field of metallurgical engineering with credit inspect a variety of parts and materials. Prerequi- arranged through department cooperative advi- sites: Physics 24 or 25. sor. A pass/fail grade will be given based on the 306 Nondestructive Testing Laboratory (Lab 1.0) quality of reports submitted and work supervisor's Application of radiological and ultrasonic methods evaluation. of nondestructive testing of metallic materials. A 215 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior (Lect radiographic X-ray units and ultrasonic equipment 3.0) An introduction to crystal structure, defor- are used in the inspection of a variety of materi- mation, defects and thermal treatment; mechan- als and manufactured parts. Prerequisite: Accom- ical testing; fracture; fatigue and creep. Prerequi- panied or preceded by Mt Eng 305. site: Mt Eng 121. 307 Metals Casting (Lect 2.0) An advanced course 216 Metals Characterization Laboratory (Lab 1.0) in the materials and methods used in modern Introduction to the characterization of metals metals casting processes. Application of metallur- through the use of optical microscopy, x-ray dif- gical principles to the casting of metals. Prerequi- fraction, transmission electron microscopy and site: Mt Eng 221 or Mc Eng 153. Metallurgical Engineering — 213

308 Metals Casting Laboratory (Lab 1.0) An ad- tion solid state phase transformations. Prerequi- vanced laboratory study of mold materials, metal site: Mt Eng 325. (Not for metallurgy majors) flow, and cast metals. Emphasis is given to design (UMR Engineering Education Center, St. Louis of gating, risering, and ladle treatment techniques only). required for economical, highquality castings. 329 Material Selection, Fabrication, And Failure Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng (Lect 3.0) Factors governing the selection of ma- 307. terials for specific needs, fabrication, heat treat- 310 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics. ment, surface treatment, and other aspects in the 311 Metals Joining (Lect 2.0) Metals joining production of a satisfactory component. Failure processes such as welding and brazing. Effects of analysis and remedies. Lecture plus assigned welding on materials. Treatment and properties of problems. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218, 221. welded joints. Welding defects and quality control. 331 Steels And Their Treatment (Lect 3.0) Indus- Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121 or 221. trially important ferrous alloys are described and 313 Scanning Electron Microscopy (Lect 2.0 and classified. The selection of proper heat treatments Lab 1.0) A course in the theory and application of to facilitate fabrication and to yield required serv- scanning electron microscopy and x-ray micro- ice properties in steels suitable for various appli- analysis. Topics considered are electron optics, cations is considered. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 271, image formation and analysis; x-ray generation, 218. detection and analysis; and characterization of 332 Metals Treatment Laboratory (Lab 1.0) The fracture surfaces. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215 and students plan and perform experiments that illus- 216 or course in optical microscopy - consent of trate heat treating processes and their effects on instructor required. the properties and structure of commercial alloys. 315 Metallurgical Process Design Principles (Lect Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng 2.0) Application of mass, component and energy 331. balances for metallurgical design. The fundamen- 333 Nonferrous Alloys (Lect 3.0) Structure and tals of engineering economic analysis will be ex- properties of nonferrous alloys (Al, Ti, Mg, Ni and amined and experimental design techniques will Cu) are described. The role of processing and mi- be introduced. Students will be prepared for the crostructure in the development of mechanical selection and planning of the subsequent design properties is emphasized. Prerequisites: Mt Eng project. Prerequisite: Senior standing in Mt Eng. 217 or Mt Eng 377. 316 Metallurgical Design Project (Lab 2.0) Stu- 340 Biomaterials I (Lect 3.0) This course will intro- dent groups will undertake selected projects, duce senior undergraduate students to a broad which will represent a capstone design experience array of topics in biomaterials, including ceramic, utilizing skills, understanding and data from pre- metallic, and polymeric biomaterials for in vivo vious courses. The faculty supervised open-ended use, basic concepts related to cells and tissues, design projects will involve a variety of tasks ap- host reactions to biomaterials, biomaterials-tissue propriate to the metallurgical engineer. Prerequi- compatibility, and degradation of biomaterials. site: Mt Eng 315. Prerequisite: Senior undergraduate standing. 321 Metal Deformation Processes (Lect 3.0) An in- 341 Nuclear Materials I (Lect 3.0) Fundamentals of troduction to metal deformation concepts fol- materials selection for components in nuclear ap- lowed by a study of various forming processes plications. Design and fabrication of UO2 fuel; re- from both the analytical and applied viewpoints. actor fuel element performance; mechanical Processes to include: forging, wire drawing, ex- properties of UO2; radiation damage and effects, trusion, rolling, sheet metal forming, and others. including computer modeling; corrosion of mate- Prerequisite: Mt Eng 221. rials in nuclear reactor systems. Prerequisites: 325 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior I (Lect Bas Eng 110; Nuc Eng 205; Nuc Eng 223; Met Eng 3.0) Introduces students without a metallurgical 121.(Co-listed with Nuc Eng 341) background to the physical, chemical and struc- 343 Nuclear Materials II (Lect 3.0) Extractive met- tural basis of the equilibrium behavior of materi- allurgy of uranium, thorium, and zirconium. Equa- als. Includes thermodynamic potentials, phase tion of state of UO2 and fuel chemistry. LMFBR equilibria, phase diagrams and their relation to fuel and interaction of sodium and stainless steel. microstructure and of Materials for fusion and other advanced nuclear condensed phases. Prerequisites: Graduate applications. Reprocessing of spent fuel and dis- standing, Math 204, Physics 107. (Not for metal- posal. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 341. lurgy majors) (UMR Engineering Education Cen- 350 Composites (Lect 3.0) An introduction to the ter, St. Louis only). structure, properties and fabrication of fiber and 327 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior II (Lect particulate composites. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215 3.0) A continuation of Metallurgy 325 emphasiz- & 211 or Cr Eng 102 & 242. ing the kinetic processes involved in materials be- 351 Mineral Processing II(Flotation And Hy- havior. Concepts of the theory of absolute reaction drometallurgy) (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Froth rates, diffusion in metallic solids, elementary dis- flotation including mineral surfaces, double layer location theory, plastic deformation, crystalliza- theory, zeta potential, hydrophobicity, adsorption, 214 — Metallurgical Engineering

collectors, frothers, modulation, kinetics, and sul- chanical, thermal, and optical properties. Prereq- phide and acid flotation systems. Hydrometallur- uisites: Chem 1 or equivalent; Senior or Graduate gy including leaching, ion exchange and liquid/liq- Standing. uid extraction. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 241. 367 Introduction To Powder Metallurgy (Lect 2.0 353 Mineral Processing II(Mechanics And De- and Lab 1.0) A survey of the powder metallurgy sign) (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Mineral particle me- field, from fabrication of powders to finishing op- chanics of comminution, sizing, classification, erations. Includes all basics of powder metallurgy concentration, filtering and thickening. Mill and and many new processes currently used in indus- equipment selection and design including flow- try. Also covers design, production, economics sheet development and plant assessment. Pre- and energy concerns. Hands-on laboratory time is requisite: Mt Eng 241. included. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218. 354 Metallurgical Process Simulation And Con- 375 Metallurgical Failure Analysis (Lect 3.0) Ap- trol (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) Simulation of metal- plication of the principles of manufacturing and lurgical processes through the use of theoretical mechanical metallurgy for the analysis of failed and empirical models, numerical methods, and components. Analytical techniques such as Scan- analog representation. Introduction to instrumen- ning Electron Microscopy, Optical Metallography, tation, computer interfacing and process control and High Resolution Photography are used to theory. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, 125, 126. characterize microstructure and fractographic 355 Process Metallurgy Applications (Lect 2.0) features. In addition, appropriate methods to Application of thermodynamics to process metal- gather data, assimilate it, and draw conclusions lurgy. Equilibrium calculations with stoichiometry from the data such that it will stand up in a court and heat balance restrictions, phase transforma- of law will be addressed. Prerequisite: Senior or tions, and solution thermodynamics. Use of ther- Graduate Student standing. modynamic software to solve complex equilibria 377 Principles Of Engineering Materials (Lect 3.0) in metallurgical applications. Prerequisite: Mt Eng Examination of engineering materials with em- 281. phasis on selection and application of materials in 358 Steelmaking (Lect 3.0) Introduction to the fun- industry. Particular attention is given to properties damentals and unit processes used to turn impure and applications of materials in extreme temper- iron and scrap into steel. Includes desulfurization, ature and chemical environments. A discipline BOF and electric furnace operations, ladle metal- specific design project is required. (Not a techni- lurgy, casting, and stainless steel manufacture. cal elective for undergraduate metallurgy or ce- 359 Environmental Aspects Of Metals Manufac- ramic majors) (Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng turing (Lect 3.0) Introduction to environmental 347, Physics 377, Cr Eng 377) aspects of metal extraction, melting, casting, 381 Corrosion And Its Prevention (Lect 3.0) A forming, and finishing. Subjects include history of study of the theories of corrosion and its applica- environmental movement and regulations permit- tion to corrosion and its prevention. Prerequisite: ting, risk analysis, disposal and recycling of metal Chem 243 or Mt Eng 281. (Co-listed with Ch Eng manufacturing residues, environmental ethics, 381) environmental technologies and case studies. 385 Mechanical Metallurgy (Lect 3.0) Elastic and Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing. plastic behavior of metallic single crystals and 361 Alloying Principles (Lect 3.0) Basis for alloy de- polycrystalline aggregates. Resulting changes in sign and property control. Predictions of phase mechanical properties are considered. Included stability, alloy properties and metastable phase are applications to metal fabrication. Prerequi- possibilities; interfaces in solids and their role in sites: Mt Eng 215, 216, Bas En 110. phase transformations. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed 217, 218. for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- 363 Metal Coating Processes (Lect 3.0) Introduc- gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not tion to the current technologies used to enhance more than six credit hours allowed for graduation metal performance, particularly corrosion resist- credit. Subject and credit to be arranged with the ance, by overlay coatings. Deposition processes instructor. are emphasized and the fundamentals of the be- havior of the films in high technology and elec- tronic materials applications is discussed. Prereq- uisites: Mt Eng 202, 203. 365 Microfabrication Materials And Processes (Lect 3.0) An overview course on the materials and processes used to fabricate integrated cir- cuits, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), interconnect substrates and other microelectronic components from starting material to final prod- uct. The emphasis will be on the influence of structure and processing on the electrical, me- Mining Engineering — 215

phasis, usually obtain employment in one or more of the Mining Engineering following areas: mine engineering, mining operations Bachelor of Science management, the extraction/processing of coal, base metals, precious metals, industrial minerals, quarry in- Master of Science dustry, explosives industry, construction or demolition, Doctor of Philosophy mining equipment suppliers and mining/geotechnical Master of Engineering consulting firms. Mining engineering is the profession concerned with Emphasis areas at the bachelor level in explo- location, extraction, and use of mineral resources and sives engineering, mining health and safety, quar- mineral policy. Lunar and ocean mining constitute new ry engineering, coal, mining and the environment, frontiers. and sustainable development. The mining engineer is concerned with all phases of The Mining Engineering program is offered under mineral recovery, including exploration, evaluation, de- the department of Mining and Nuclear Engineering. velopment, extraction, mine evaluation, reclamation, The overall objectives of the Mining Engineering processing, and marketing of minerals. In addition to program are to provide the students with a specialized engineering, science and liberal arts courses, appropri- expertise in mining engineering, a cultural foundation ate courses are taken in explosives engineering, geolo- and a sound basis for future growth and development. gy, mineral beneficiation, coal mine development and These objectives are achieved at the undergraduate lev- production, mining of metallic and aggregate minerals, el by providing education in basic sciences, engineering mine systems design, mining economics and law, mine sciences and design, and in the field of humanities and hygiene and safety, mine management, mine ventila- social sciences. tion, rock mechanics, ground support, and reclamation. The mining engineer relies upon geologic knowledge Program Educational Objectives for and highly sensitive instruments for the location and ABET: evaluation of mineral deposits. Problems involved in the development and exploitation of the ore body and the Interactions among industry, alumni, students and benefaction and marketing of valuable constituents the faculty led to the following specific program educa- must be determined in advance. Mining must be carried tional objectives: out efficiently, safely, and economically, with the welfare 1. To provide graduates with a firm foundation in of the public as a primary consideration. Land must be mathematics, the basic sciences, and general engineer- restored to a useful condition after mining ceases and ing. This objective addresses outcomes related to ABET pollution controls must be designed to prevent harmful Criterion 3a. environmental effects. 2. To provide graduates with a strong foundation in Intensive research programs are conducted at UMR the core mining engineering fundamentals. This objec- in explosives engineering, coal beneficiation, mineral tive addresses outcomes related to program criteria. economics, mine operations and design, mine atmos- 3. To provide graduates with the knowledge of rele- pheric control and ventilation, minerals transportation, vant technologies as well as techniques, skills, and tools and various fields or rock mechanics. Appropriate re- needed for modern mining engineering practice. This search by faculty and graduate students ensures rele- objective addresses outcomes related to ABET Criterion vance of the program to industry needs. 3k. An Experimental Mine and the Rock Mechanics and 4. To develop problem solving and design capabili- Explosives Research Center are located close to the ties in graduates. This objective addresses outcomes campus and provide facilities for laboratory instruction related to ABET Criteria 3b, 3c, and 3e. and research. Trips to coal, metal, and industrial miner- 5. To instill in graduates a sense of creativity and al operations supplement classroom activities. Summer enthusiasm for life-long learning. This objective ad- employment and co-op training provide valuable practi- dresses outcomes related to ABET Criterion 3i. cal mining and engineering expertise. 6. To instill in graduates a sense of effective profes- sional attributes. This objective addresses outcomes Mission Statement related to ABET Criteria 3d, 3f, and 3g. The overall objectives of the Department of Mining 7. To provide graduates with a breath of knowledge. Engineering are to provide the students with a special- This objective addresses outcomes related to ABET Cri- ized expertise in mining engineering, a cultural founda- teria 3h and 3j. tion and a sound basis for future growth and develop- 8. If selected, to provide graduates with a strong ment. These objectives are achieved at the undergrad- foundation of working knowledge in an area of empha- uate level by providing education in basic sciences, en- sis, i.e., explosives or quarrying engineering or coal gineering sciences and design, and in the field of hu- mining. manities and social sciences. The mining engineering courses offered focus on The mining engineering courses offered focus on providing students with the knowledge necessary to en- providing students with the knowledge necessary to en- ter a variety of segments of the mining industry. Grad- ter a variety of segments of the mining industry. uating mining engineers who satisfactorily complete the Graduating mining engineers who satisfactorily com- program criteria, and where appropriate, an area of em- plete the program criteria, and where appropriate, the 216 — Mining Engineering quarry option or the explosives emphasis, usually ob- SOPHOMORE YEAR tain employment in one or more of the following areas: First Semester Credit mine engineering, mining operations, the Mi Eng 110-Surveying for Mineral Engineers ...... 2 extraction/processing of coal, base metals, precious Stat 213-Applied Eng Stat ...... 3 metals, industrial minerals, quarry industry, explosives Math 022-Calculus & Analytic Geometry III ...... 4 industry, construction or demolition, mining equipment Geo 220-Structural Geology ...... 4 suppliers and mining/geotechnical consulting firms. English 065-Tech Writer in Bus & Industry ...... 3 Mi Eng 050-Comp in Mi Eng ...... 1 17 Second Semester Faculty Geo 125-Physical Mineralogy & Petrology ...... 3 Professors: Mi Eng 215-Mat Handling in Mines ...... 3 R. Lee Aston (Adjunct) J.D., Ph.D., Aston University, UK Physics 024-Engineering Physics II ...... 4 Richard L. Bullock1, (Emeritus), D. Eng., UMR Bas En 140-Statics & Dynamics1 ...... 3 Samuel Frimpong (Quenm Chair), Ph.D., University of Math 204-Elem Differential Equations ...... 3 Alberta 16 Tad Golosinski (Emeritus), Ph.D., Cracow, Poland JUNIOR YEAR R. Larry Grayson1, (Department Chair of Mining and Nu- First Semester Credit clear Engineering), Ph.D., West Virginia University Mi Eng 221-Mining Exploration ...... 3 Charles Haas1. (Emeritus), D.Sc., Colorado School of Mi Eng 270-Mining Industry Economics ...... 3 Mines Cv Eng 230-Elementary Fluid Mechanics ...... 3 Marian Mazurkiewicz (Emeritus), D.Sc. Wroclaw Univer- Econ 121-Principles of Micro or Econ 122- Principles of sity, Poland Macro ...... 3 Lee W. Saperstein1, D. Phil, Oxford University Human/Soc Sc2 ...... 6 David Summers (Curators’), Ph.D., Leeds 18 John W. Wilson (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of the Second Semester Witwatersrand Mi Eng 324-U/G Mi Methods & Equip ...... 3 Paul N. Worsey, Ph.D., University of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Mi Eng 326-Surface Mining Methods & Equip ...... 3 Associate Professors: Mi Eng 232-Stat/Mech Rock Mat1 ...... 2 Jerry C. Tien1, Ph.D., UMR Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I ...... 3 Assistant Professor: Mi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives Eng ...... 3 Derek Apel, Ph.D., Queens University,Kingston, Canada Mi Eng 241/242-Mineral Proc ...... 3 Adjunct Assistant Professor: 17 R. Karl Zipf1, Ph.D., Penn State SENIOR YEAR First Semester Credit 1 Registered Professional Engineer Mi Eng 317-Mine Power and Drainage ...... 3 Mi Eng 3l8-Mine Atmos. Control ...... 3 Bachelor of Science Technical Elective 3,4,5,6,7,8 ...... 3 Mining Engineering Human/Soc Sc2 ...... 6 15 Second Semester Mi Eng 322-Mine Management9 ...... 2 FRESHMAN YEAR Mi Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining ...... 3 First Semester Credit Mi Eng 393-Mine Planning and Design9 ...... 4 Chem 001-General Chemistry I ...... 4 Technical Elective3,4,5,6,7,8 ...... 3 Chem 002-General Chemistry I Lab ...... 1 12 Chem 004-Lab Safety ...... 1 Notes: Math 014-Calculus for Engineers I ...... 4 1) Students may elect to take Bas En 50, Bas En 110, Bas En 010-Study & Careers in Eng ...... 1 and Bas En 150 instead and not take Mi Eng 232. English 020-Exposition & Argumentation ...... 3 2) Humanities and Social Science to be taken in accor- Hist 112, 175, 176 or Pol Sc 90 ...... 3 dance with The School of Materials, Energy, and 17 Earth Resources policy. Second Semester 3) For students with the Mining Health and Safety Em- Math 015-Calculus for Engineers II ...... 4 phasis, Mi Eng 202 (Mine Rescue), Eng Mgt 311 Physics 023-Engineering Physics ...... 4 (Human Factors), or other approved substitute Bas En 020-Eng Design w Comp Appl ...... 3 courses have to be taken as Technical Electives. Mi Eng 003-Principles of Mi Eng ...... 1 4) For students with the Sustainable Development Min Eng 151-Intro to Mining Safety ...... 1 Emphasis, Pol Sci 315 (Public Policy Analysis), Econ Ge Eng 050-Geology for Engineers ...... 3 340 (Environmental and Natural Resource Econom- 16 ics), or other approved substitute courses have to be taken as Technical Electives. Mining Engineering — 217

5) For students with Explosives Engineering Emphasis, Mining-Geo-technical; Mining-Health and Safety; Min- Mi Eng 350 (Blasting Tech) and either Mi Eng 301, ing Operations Management; Mining-Tunneling; Sus- 390 (Special topics and Mining Research, both in an tainable Development; Surface Mining; Underground explosives area), Ge Eng 371 (Rock Engineering) or Mining. Mi Eng 383 (Tunneling/Construction) have to be The Minor in Mining Engineering is not accredited by taken as Technical Electives. the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology 6) For students with Quarrying Emphasis, Cv Eng 216 (ABET). (Construction Materials) and Mi Eng 304 (Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying) have to be taken as Tech- Mining Health and Safety Emphasis nical Electives. Junior and Senior Years 7) For students with Coal Emphasis, Mi Eng 343 (Coal A) Mi Eng 202 (Mine Rescue) or approved substitute Mine Development and Production), Mi Eng 311 course in lieu of Technical Elective. (Mine Plant management) or an approved substitute B) Eng Mgt 311 (Human Factors) or approved substi- course have to be taken as Technical Electives. tute course in lieu of Technical Elective. 8) For students with Mining and the Environment Em- phasis, Geol Eng 235 (Environmental Geoscience), Sustainable Development Emphasis Geol Eng 333 (Risk Assessment in Environmental Junior and Senior Years Studies), or approved substitute courses have to be A) Pol Sci 315 (Public Policy Analysis) or approved sub- taken as Technical Electives. stitute course in lieu of Technical Elective. 9) Mining courses in italics offered every semester. B) Econ 340 (Environmental and Natural Resource Economics) or approved substitute course in lieu of Mining engineering students must take the Fundamen- Technical Elective. tals of Engineering Examination prior to graduation. A passing grade on this examination is not required to Quarrying Engineering Emphasis earn a B.S. degree; however, it is the first step toward Senior year becoming a registered professional engineer. This re- A) Cv Eng 216 (Construction Materials) in lieu of Tech- quirement is part of the UMR assessment process as de- nical Elective. scribed in Assessment Requirements found elsewhere in B) Mi Eng 304 (Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying) in this catalog. Students must sign a release form giving lieu of Technical Elective. the University access to their Fundamentals of Engi- neering Examination score. Explosives Engineering Emphasis Requirements for a Minor in Junior and Senior Years A) Choose one of the following courses in lieu of Tech- Mining Engineering nical Elective in Junior year: Mi Eng 390-Research in A student who receives a Bachelor of Science degree in explosives area an accredited engineering program from UMR may re- Mi Eng 301-Special Topics in explosives area ceive the Minor in Mining Engineering by completing 15 Ge Eng 371-Rock Engineering credit hours from the courses listed below. Non-engi- B) Mi Eng 350-(Blasting Design & Technology) in lieu of neering students who have a strong background in Technical Elective in Senior Year mathematics and the physical sciences may also quali- fy for the Minor in Mining Engineering, with the approval Coal Emphasis of the Department and based on an individually de- Junior and Senior Years signed program of study. Students will need to consult A) Mi Eng 343 (Coal Mine Development and Production) with the Chair of the Mining Engineering Department to in lieu of Technical Elective. determine pre-requisite requirements for each course. B) Mi Eng 311 (Mine Plant Management) or approved The program granting the Bachelor of Science degree substitute course in lieu of Technical Elective. shall determine whether or not courses taken for the Mining Engineering Minor may also be used to fulfill the Mining and the Environment Empha- requirements of the B.S. degree from that program. sis The following courses are required for the Minor in Mining Engineering: Junior and Senior Years • Mi Eng 221-Mining Exploration A) Geol Eng 235 (Environmental Geoscience) or an ap- • Mi Eng 324-Underground Mining Methods & Equipment proved substitute course in lieu of Technical Elec- • Mi Eng 326-Surface Mining Methods & Equipment tive. Two other Mi Eng 200- or 300- level lecture courses B) Geol Eng 333 (Risk Assessment in Environmental (3 credit hours), or relevant courses from other disci- Studies) or an approved substitute course in lieu of plines, as approved, must be taken to match the stu- Technical Elective. dent’s area of emphasis in Mining Engineering. The fol- lowing areas of emphasis may be pursued: Mining Engineering Courses Explosives Engineering; Quarrying; Mineral Eco- 3 Principles Of Mining Engineering (Lect 1.0) nomics; Mining-Environmental; Mining-Equipment; Principles and definitions related to mining engi- 218 — Mining Engineering

neering including one or more field trips to famil- subsidence; and rock testing methods. Prerequi- iarize the student with current mining practices. sites: Bas En 110 and Bas En 120; or Bas En 140; 50 Computing In Mining Engineering (Lab 1.0) and Cv Eng 215 or Geo 125, Geo 220. Basic software needed by mining engineers for 232 Statics And Mechanics Of Rock Materials computer applications in various phases of mine (Lect 2.0) Application of the principles of mechan- planning, development, and operations will be ics to engineering problems of equilibrium, covered. The overarching goal is developing early strength, and stiffness concerning rock materials familiarity with relevant software so it can be in- and mine support structures. This course extends tegrated across mining engineering courses. the study of statics to rock materials in mines and 110 Surveying For Mineral Engineers (Lab 2.0) covers rockrelated and support structure-related Principles of surface and underground survey mechanics of materials. Prerequisite: Co-requisite practice utilizing total station, engineer's level and Mi Eng 231. GPS. Traversing and details, note taking and com- 241 Principles Of Mineral Processing (Lect 2.0) putations, balancing surveys and error analysis, Introduction to the principles of mineral process- staking-out new points, and map construction ing including mineral resources; particle com- with AutoCAD. Prerequisites: Mi Eng 50, Math 6, minution, classification, separation and dewater- accompanied or preceded by Mi Eng 003. ing; flowsheet and equipment design. 151 Introduction To Mining Safety (Lab 1.0) In- 242 Mineral Processing Laboratory (Lab 1.0) An struction in the safety aspects of mining accor- introductory laboratory to provide instruction in dance with the MSHA Training Program required sampling, classification, comminution, mineral for all new miners. Subjects include self-rescue separation and dewatering. Prerequisite: Accom- and respiratory protection, ground control, hazard panied or preceded by Mi Eng 241. recognition, mine gases, and legal aspects associ- 270 Mining Industry Economics (Lect 3.0) Impor- ated with mining. Prerequisite: Accompanied or tance of the mineral industry to national economy, preceded by Mi Eng 3. uses, distribution, and trade of economic miner- 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- als, time value of money, mineral taxation, eco- ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- nomic evaluation utilizing depreciation, depletion, ment. Consent of instructor required. and discounted cashflow concepts, social and eco- 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- nomic significance of mineral resources. Prerequi- signed to give the department an opportunity to site: Accompanied or preceded by Mi Eng 221. test a new course. Variable title. 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- 202 Mine Rescue (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Utilization ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- of the principles of mine safety concerning mine ment. Consent of instructor required. gases, ventilation, explosives, fires, and first aid 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- in the organization of mine rescue personnel and signed to give the department an opportunity to techniques. Training in the use of current mine test a new course. Variable title. rescue equipment, recognition and control of 302 Computer Applications In The Mining & Min- common recovery hazards, handling of survivors. erals Industry (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) History of Prerequisite: Mi Eng 151. computer technology usage in the mining indus- 215 Materials Handling In Mines (Lect 2.0 and Lab try. Exposure to the use of computers in mine 1.0) Mining applications of material transport and planning, design, exploration, ventilation & envi- handling. Truck haulage and haulroads. Convey- ronment, rock mechanics, open pit stability, sim- ors: belt, armored, and others; feeders; bins and ulation of mining systems and equipment selec- bunkers; material stockpiling and homogeniza- tion. tion; rail transport; water transport; slurry trans- 304 Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying (Lect port; mine hoists and hoisting. Prerequisite: Mi 3.0) Advanced coverage of topics on the stone Eng 003. and aggregate industry, including surface and un- 221 Mining Exploration (Lect 3.0) Classification of derground operations, plant equipment, econom- mineral deposits. Mining laws. Role of mining and ics, marketing, transportation, and environmental processing in defining orebodies. Geology, geo- topics. The course will include at least one field physics, geochemistry, geobotany, and drilling in trip and a design project. Prerequisite: Min Eng mineral exploration. Sampling orebodies. Ore re- 215, co-requisite: Civ Eng 216. serve modeling. Introduction to probability, sta- 305 Explosives Handling And Safety (Lect 1.0) tistics, and geostatistics. Reserve estimation proj- Basic handling & safety for explosives, explosive ect. Prerequisites: Geo 125, Geo 220 and Mi Eng devices and ordnance related to laboratory han- 110. dling, testing, manufacturing & storage, for both 231 Rock Mechanics I (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Rock civil and defense applications. For "credit offering" as an engineering material; elastic and non-elas- of the UMR Explosives Handling & Safety Industri- tic properties; Mohr's criterion for failure; slope al Short Course. and highwall stability; field stresses; elastic de- 306 Material Processing By High-Pressure Water sign of underground openings, pillars, and roof Jet (Lect 3.0) Methods of generating high pres- beams; principles of roof-bolt design; surface sure water jets; standard equipment, existing Mining Engineering — 219

techniques and basic calculations. Applications of the principles of airflow, control of gases, dust, water jets to materials cutting and mineral pro- and temperature, methane drainage, mine fans, cessing. Safety rules. The course will be support- network theory, computer network simulation, ed by laboratory demonstrations. (Co-listed with and economics of airflow, with emphasis on analy- Mc Eng 306) sis, systems design and practical application. Pre- 307 Principles Of Explosives Engineering (Lect requisite: Cv Eng 230. 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Theory and application of explo- 322 Mine Management (Lect 2.0) Theory and prac- sives in the mining industry; explosives, initiating tice of mine management, including basic mana- systems, characteristics of explosive reactions gerial functions, management theories, communi- and rock breakage, fundamentals of blast design, cation skills, motivation, leadership, organization, drilling and blasting, regulatory and safety con- maintenance management, managerial decision siderations. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; accompa- making, cost control, labor relations, government nied or preceded by either Cv Eng 215 or Geo relations, ethics, with emphasis in presentation 220. skills. Prerequisite: Completion of 120 credits in 308 Drilling And Blasting (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) Mining Engineering curriculum. The mechanics of rock breakage in drilling and 324 Underground Mining Methods And Equip- blasting. Drill equipment systems, and the appli- ment (Lect 3.0) Principles of planning, con- cation of engineering principles in the design of structing, and operating economically viable un- blasting rounds for construction and mining exca- derground mines. Cost effective mining methods: vation problems. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 307. room-and-pillar, stopping, caving. Selection of 309 Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying (Lect equipment for underground mining operations. 3.0) Advanced coverage of topics on the stone Prerequisites: Mi Eng 003, coreq. Mi Eng 221 and and aggregate industry, including surface and un- Mi Eng 231. derground operations, plant equipment, econom- 325 Mining Methods For Metal And Industrial ics, marketing, transportation, and environmental Minerals (Lect 4.0) The process of developing topics. The course will include at least one field metallic and industrial mineral deposits into pro- trip and a design project. Prerequisite: Min Eng ductive entities. Principles of planning, construct- 215, co-requisite: Cv Eng 216. ing, and operating economically viable under- 309 Commercial Pyrotechnics Operations (Lect ground and surface mines. Cost effective mining 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Provide participants with basic methods and equipment selection. Principles of pyrotechnic operator certification (with passing of operation and coordination of mining projects. PGI test) and advanced lead pyrotechnic operator Stoping methods, benching methods. Prerequi- training. Class work will be complemented by sites: Mi Eng 221, 270. practical training in laboratory sessions, culminat- 326 Surface Mining Methods And Equipment ing in a full pyrotechnic show, from start to finish. (Lect 3.0) Principles of planning, constructing, Prerequisites: Chem 1. US Citizen or permanent and operating economically viable surface mines. resident (to fulfill the requirements of the SAFE Cost effective mining methods: placer mining, EXPLOSIVES ACT 2003). Resident enrollment at stripping, open pit mining, quarrying. Selection of UMR (e.g. not distance or internet). equipment for surface mining operations. Opti- 311 Mine Plant Management (Lect 2.0) Optimiza- mization of mine performance. Prerequisites: Mi tion of mine plant and equipment performance. Eng 215; coreq. Mi Eng 231. Availability, utilization and reliability of equip- 343 Coal Mine Development And Production (Lect ment; matching equipment and plant to minesite 3.0) An in-depth study of all aspects of coal min- specific conditions; maintenance planning, sched- ing, including an overview of coal industry, re- uling and control; parts and materials supply sys- serves and geology, planning and development of tems; mine information and management sys- coal mines, surface and underground mechanized tems. Basics of mine automation and robotics. methods of face preparation, equipment, coal ex- Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of in- traction, handling and preparation as practiced in structor. the United States. Prerequisite: Accompanied or 317 Mine Power And Drainage (Lect 2.0 and Lab preceded by Mi Eng 217. 1.0) Engineering principles of mine power distri- 344 Coal Preparation (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Coal bution and application and mine dewatering. Elec- properties, sampling, testing, breaking, sizing, tric power: Basics of electrical circuits, AC/DC cleaning and dewatering. Disposal of refuse. Pre- power, transformers, electric meters, power dis- requisites: Mt Eng 241 and senior standing. tribution, power management. Hydraulic power 345 Strata Control (Lect 3.0) A detailed review of systems. Compressed air in mines. Mine dewater- artificial ground support, both above and below ing: passive and active systems. Controlling wa- ground, including slope stabilization techniques ter inflow. Dewatering wells: horizontal and verti- and shaft and tunnel liner design. The use of shot- cal. Water pumping and pumping systems. Pre- crete, roofbolts, and solid liners and the principles requisite: Cv Eng 230. of underground longwall and room and pillar mine 318 Mine Atmosphere Control (Lect 2.0 and Lab support. Longwall and hydraulic mining practice is 1.0) Fundamentals of mine ventilation, including covered. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 231. 220 — Nuclear Engineering

350 Blasting Design And Technology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Advanced theory and application of ex- Nuclear Engineering plosives in excavation; detailed underground Bachelor of Science blast design; specialized blasting including blast casting, construction and pre-splitting. Introduc- Master of Science tion to blasting research. Examination of field ap- Doctor of Philosophy plications. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 307. Doctor of Engineering 370 Valuation Of Mineral Properties (Lect 3.0) Engineering principles utilized for establishing val- The Nuclear Engineering program is offered under ues of metallic, fuel, and industrial mineral de- the department of Mining and Nuclear Engineering. posits; reserve estimation from exploration sam- The Nuclear Engineering Program has a primary ples, geostatistics; mine taxation; influence and mission to provide an outstanding and comprehensive sensitivity analyses; alternative valuation tech- undergraduate and graduate education to tomorrow's niques. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 270. leaders in nuclear engineering. The department pro- 376 Environmental Aspects Of Mining (Lect 3.0) vides well-educated nuclear engineering professionals Permitting: the legal environment of reclamation and leaders to Missouri and the nation, in the commer- and environmental impact assessment; post-min- cial nuclear industry, national laboratories, hospitals, ing land-use selection and mine planning for opti- graduate schools, and the nation's defense and federal mum reclamation of all mines: metal, nonmetal, agencies. The objectives of the Bachelor of Science pro- and coal; unit operations of reclamation: gram are to provide each student with fundamental drainage, backfill, soil replacement, revegetation, knowledge of nuclear engineering and related technolo- maintenance, etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; Mi gies, analytical and problem solving ability, ability for Eng 324 and 326 or prereq./coreq. Cv Eng 215. technical communications, professional ethics, leader- (Co-listed with Ge Eng 376) ship and interpersonal skills, capability to conduct re- 383 Tunneling & Underground Construction search, and the ability to recognize the value of and pur- Techniques (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Cover both sue life-long learning. mechanical excavation and conventional excava- The program is committed to a strong engineering tion techniques to underground tunneling and program administered by highly motivated and active construction. The emphasis will be on equipment nuclear engineering faculty; it is the only B.S. Nuclear selection and prediction of performance expected Engineering Degree program accredited in the state of of the equipment. Ground control systems will be Missouri. The Nuclear Engineering program at UMR, one covered as technology emerges. Excavation of the earliest accredited undergraduate programs in methods and support of large caverns, often the nation, interacts with professional societies, and the found in civil structures, will also be discussed. A nuclear industry to promote continuing education, re- limited focus will be on underground construction search opportunities, and public dissemination of infor- specifications and underground advance rate and mation about issues and advances in the field. cost estimation techniques. Prerequisites: Mi Eng Nuclear engineers develop and promote the utiliza- 231, Mi Eng 325 or Cv Eng 215, Cv Eng 216 or Ge tion of energy released from nuclear fission, fusion, and Eng 371. the decay of radioisotopes. Currently, there are more 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed than 100 nuclear power plants operating in the United for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- States producing about 20 percent of our nation's elec- gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not tricity. These plants use nuclear fission to produce ener- more than six credit hours allowed for graduation gy and are cooled by ordinary (light) water, hence the credit. Subject and credit to be arranged with the name, Light Water Reactors. This technology reduces instructor. the emission of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide 393 Mine Planning And Design (Lect 2.0 and Lab significantly, thus contributing to a better environment. 2.0) Selection of a mining design project that re- In addition, nuclear reactors are used for the propulsion sults in the preparation of a comprehensive engi- of submarines and aircraft carriers. neering report and oral presentation for the eco- In fusion power plants, under development, strong nomic exploitation of the selected geologic de- magnetic fields contain a plasma fuel of hydrogen iso- posit. The course includes instruction and student topes, such as deuterium, at temperatures hotter than guidance that integrates and applies engineering the sun. The deuterium extracted from one gallon of economics, sciences, use of commercial software water could produce as much energy as burning sever- & principles to develop a mineable deposit. Pre- al hundred gallons of gasoline. requisite: Completion of 120 hours in Mining En- Radioisotopes are used in industry and research, gineering curriculum. and in medicine for diagnostic and therapeutic purpos- es. The medical use of radioisotopes and X-rays saves hundreds of thousands of lives every year throughout the world. Radioisotopes are also used in small power generators for space flights. If you choose nuclear engineering, you could work in the areas of nuclear reactor design, plant licensing, Nuclear Engineering — 221 plant operation, fuel management and development, ra- MISSION STATEMENT dioactive waste disposal, health physics, instrumenta- tion and control, fusion research, space nuclear power, The Nuclear Engineering program has a primary and applications of radioisotopes in industry, medicine, mission to provide an outstanding and comprehensive and research. As a nuclear engineer, you might be em- undergraduate and graduate education to tomorrow’s ployed by utilities, reactor vendors, architect-engineer- leaders in nuclear engineering. The program provides ing firms, consulting firms, industrial research centers, well-educated nuclear engineering professionals and national laboratories, government agencies or universi- leaders to Missouri and the nation in the commercial nu- ties. clear industry, national laboratories, hospitals, graduate The nuclear engineering curriculum consists of schools, and the nation’s defense and federal agencies. three components: general education, mathematics and basic sciences, and engineering topics. The students ap- Program Educational Objectives ply the principles of physics, chemistry and mathemat- ics to the study of engineering topics which include stat- The Educational Objectives of the Nuclear Engineering ics, mechanics of materials, electronic circuits and ma- undergraduate program are: chines, thermodynamics, and metallurgy. The knowl- • To provide graduates with sound fundamental edge gained in these areas is applied to the under- knowledge of nuclear engineering and related tech- standing of nuclear engineering topics including reactor nologies stemming from a solid understanding of fluid mechanics and heat transfer, reactor physics, nu- the basic engineering, mathematical, and scientific clear radiation measurements, radioactive waste man- principles that underpin them. agement, reactor laboratory and operation, nuclear ma- •To provide graduates with analytical and problem terials, and nuclear systems design (a capstone design solving abilities that encompasses not only techni- course). cal ability but also the logical, creative, and collab- Engineering design is an integral part of a significant orative abilities necessary to address multifaceted, number of required courses in the nuclear engineering multidisciplinary endeavors. program. Design topics include but are not limited to re- • To provide graduates with technical communication actor cooling systems, radiation protection, structural (oral and written) ability and a commitment to and components, waste disposal and transportation sys- understanding of professional ethics, thereby en- tems, nuclear reactor cores and the design of experi- suring their ability to address contemporary societal ments for radiation detection and measurement. While issues. obtaining experience in these areas the students are • To provide graduates with the leadership and inter- prepared for designing a complete nuclear system such personal skills that will propel them to excellence in as a nuclear plant for electric power generation, space their profession. propulsion and communication, desalination, district •To provide graduates with the capability to conduct heating or radioisotope production for industrial, med- quality research, enabling them to contribute to ical or research applications. meeting societal needs. In the senior Nuclear Systems Design course (Nu • To provide graduates with a recognition of and de- Eng 323), students work in small groups of two or three sire for the continuous pursuit of life-long learning on different components of a system. They interact and that will foster the ability to not only adapt to exchange ideas with the nuclear engineering faculty and change but be proactive in producing change. other groups on a weekly basis both collectively and in- dividually in the form of reports and oral presentations. In this course, all of the knowledge acquired by the stu- Program Outcomes dents including that in the humanities and social sci- Students graduating from this program should have: ences, is brought to bear on the selection of the final de- •an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, sci- sign. In addition to the technical considerations, the is- ence, and engineering. sues addressed include economics, safety, reliability, •an ability to design and conduct experiments, as aesthetics, ethics, and social impact. At the end of the well as to analyze and interpret data. semester the students write a comprehensive and co- •an ability to design a system, component, or process hesive final report for their final design and make an to meet desired needs. oral presentation of their work. •an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams. Laboratory facilities available to nuclear engineering •an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineer- students include a radiation measurements laboratory, ing problems. a 200 kW swimming pool-type nuclear reactor, a mate- •an understanding of professional and ethical re- rials analysis laboratory, and a computer learning cen- sponsibility. ter. The students have access to state-of-the-art com- •an ability to communicate effectively. puting facilities including personal computers, worksta- •the broad education necessary to understand the tions, mainframes, and super computers. The depart- impact of engineering solutions in global and socie- ment offices and laboratories are primarily housed in tal contexts. Fulton Hall. The nuclear reactor is housed in its own •a recognition of the need for, and an ability to en- building. gage in life-long learning. •a knowledge of contemporary issues. 222 — Nuclear Engineering

•an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern Nu Eng 25-Nuclear Technology Applications(2) ...... 1 engineering tools necessary for engineering prac- 14 tice. Second Semester •hands-on laboratory experience and/or reactor op- Elective-Hum or Soc Sci(3) ...... 3 erations. History 112, 175, 176, or Political Science 90 ...... 3 Physics 23-Engineering Physics I ...... 4 Faculty Bas Eng 20-Eng Design w/Computer App...... 3 Professor: Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II ...... 4 R. Larry Grayson1, (Department Chair of Mining and Nu- 17 clear Engineering), Ph.D., West Virginia University SOPHOMORE YEAR Arvind Kumar, Ph.D., California-Berkeley First Semester Credit Associate Professor: Cmp Sc 73-Basic Scientific Programming ...... 2 Gary Mueller1, Ph.D., UM-Rolla Cmp Sc 77-Computer Programming Lab ...... 1 Assistant Professor: Bas En 50-Eng Mech-Statics ...... 3 Seungjin Kim, Ph.D., Purdue University Math 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III ...... 4 Akira Tokuhiro, Ph.D., Purdue University Nu Eng 105-Intro to Nuclear Engineering ...... 2 Adjunct Professors: Physics 24-Engineering Physics II ...... 4 Mariesa Crow1, Ph.D., Illinois; Professor of Electrical & 16 Computer Engineering, UM-Rolla Second Semester Delbert Day1, Ph.D., Pennsylvania State; Curators’ Pro- Cmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical Methods ...... 3 fessor Emeritus, UM-Rolla Econ 121 or 122-Micro/Macroeconomics ...... 3 Heather Gepford, Ph.D., Georgia Tech; Health Physicist, Nu Eng 206-Reactor Operations I ...... 1 Nuclear Regulatory Commission Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials ...... 3 Timothy Herrmann1, B.S., UM-Rolla; General Superinten- Math 204-Elem Diff Equations ...... 3 dent, Major Projects, AmerenUE Callaway Nuclear Nu Eng 203-Interactions of Radiation w/Matter or Plant, Fulton, MO Physics 107-Intro to Modern Physics ...... 3 Eric Loewen, Ph.D., Wisconsin; Consulting Engineer, 16 Idaho National Engineering Environmental Labora- JUNIOR YEAR First Semester Credit tory (3) Sudarshan Loyalka, Ph.D., Stanford; Curators’ Professor of Elective-Hum or Soc Sci ...... 3 Nuclear Engineering, UM-Columbia Stat 215-Engineering Statistics ...... 3 William Miller1, Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Professor and James Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers ...... 3 C. Dowell Research Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Nu Eng 205-Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering . .3 UM-Columbia Nu Eng 221-Reactor Fluid Mechanics ...... 3 Tod Moser1, M.S., UM-Columbia; Principal Engineer, Do- 15 minion Engineering, Inc. Second Semester Mark Prelas1, Ph.D., Illinois; Professor of Nuclear Engineer- English 160-Technical Writing ...... 3 ing, UM-Columbia Nu Eng 204-Nuclear Radiation Measurements ...... 3 David A. Summers, Ph.D., Leeds, England; Curators’ Pro- Nu Eng 223-Reactor Heat Transfer ...... 3 fessor of Mining Engineering, UM-Rolla Nu Eng 303-Reactor Physics I ...... 3 Nu Eng 319-Nuclear Power Plant Systems ...... 3 Robert Tompson Jr., Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Associate Pro- (5) fessor of Nuclear Engineering, UM- Columbia Free Electives ...... 3 Wynn Volkert, Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Curators’ Professor of 18 Radiological Sciences, , Chemistry, and SENIOR YEAR First Semester Credit Nuclear Engineering, UM-Columbia. (6) Emeritus Professors: Elective-Hum or Soc Sc ...... 3 Albert Bolon1, Ph.D., Iowa State Nu Eng 304-Reactor Lab I ...... 2 D. Ray Edwards1, Sc.D., MIT Nu Eng 307-Nuclear Fuel Cycle ...... 3 Nicholas Tsoulfanidis1, Ph.D., Illinois Elective-300 level Math ...... 3 Nu Eng 322-Nuclear System Design I ...... 1 1 Registered Professional Engineer Nu Eng 341-Nuclear Materials I ...... 3 15 Bachelor of Science Second Semester Elective-Hum or Soc Sci(3) ...... 3 Nuclear Engineering Elective-300 level Nuclear Engineering ...... 3 Free Elective(4) ...... 6 FRESHMAN YEAR Nu Eng 308-Reactor Lab II ...... 2 First Semester Credit Nu Eng 323-Nuclear System Design II ...... 3 (1) Freshman Chemistry Requirement ...... 5 17 Eng 20-Exposition and Argumentation ...... 3 Bas Eng 10-Study and Careers in Engineering . . . . .1 Math 14-Calculus for Engineers I ...... 4 Nuclear Engineering — 223

1) Chemistry 1 and 2 or Chemistry 5 and Chemistry 4 fission and fusion reactors; nuclear fuels; radia- or an equivalent training program approved by tion effects on materials and man; radioactive UMR. waste disposal; reactor safety; radiation protec- 2) Nuclear Engineering students are expected to take tion. Prerequisite: Math 15 or Math 21. Nuclear Technology Applications (Nu Eng 25) during 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- their Freshman year. Minimum credit hours for ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- graduation is 128. ment. Consent of instructor required. 3) Humanities and Social Science to be taken in accor- 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- dance with The School of Materials, Energy, and signed to give the department an opportunity to Earth Resources policy. test a new course. Variable title. 4) Courses which do not count towards this require- 203 Interactions Of Radiation With Matter (Lect ment are remedial courses such as algebra and 3.0) Atoms and nuclei; relativistic kinematics; trigonometry, physical education courses, extra quantum theory; nuclear decay; cross sections; credits in required courses, and basic Air Force and neutron, gamma, and charged particle interac- Army ROTC courses (courses taught in the first two tions; production of radioisotopes; electrical, years of the ROTC program). thermal and magnetic properties of solids. Pre- Fundamentals of Engineering Exam: All Nuclear requisites: Math 22, Physics 24. Engineering students must take the Fundamentals 204 Nuclear Radiation Measurements (Lect 2.0 of Engineering Examination prior to graduation. A and Lab 1.0) Acquaints the student with theory passing grade on this examination is not required to and operation of the principal experimental tools, earn a B.S. degree, however, it is the first step to- methods, radiation detectors and measuring de- ward becoming a registered professional engineer. vices used by a nuclear engineer or nuclear scien- This requirement is part of the UMR assessment tist in experiments dealing with atomic and nu- process as described in Assessment Requirements clear phenomena. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 205. found elsewhere in this catalog. Students must sign 205 Fundamentals Of Nuclear Engineering (Lect a release form giving the University access to their 3.0) An introduction to the principles and equa- Fundamentals of Engineering Examination score. tions used in nuclear fission reactor technology, including reactor types; neutron physics and re- Nuclear Engineering actor theory; reactor kinetics and control; radia- tion protection; reactor safety and licensing; and Minor Curriculum environmental aspects of nuclear power. Prerequi- Nuclear power plants and other nuclear installations site: Physics 107 or Nu Eng 203; Math 204. employ not only nuclear but also civil, mechanical, elec- 206 Reactor Operations I (Lab 1.0) A first course in trical, and chemical engineers. A nuclear engineering reactor operations training and practical approach minor, therefore, enhances the academic credentials of to nuclear reactor concepts. Students will receive a student and broadens his/her employment choices. A hands-on training and are encouraged to take the minimum of 15 hours is required for a minor in nuclear NRC Reactor Operator's Exam. Prerequisites: engineering. Math 14 or Math 8; preceded or accompanied by Before the courses listed below can be taken, the Nu Eng 25. student should have completed Elementary Differential 221 Reactor Fluid Mechanics (Lect 3.0) A study of Equations (Math 204 or equivalent) and Atomic and Nu- the fundamental principles of incompressible vis- clear Physics (Physics 107 or Nu Eng 203 or equivalent). cous and inviscid flows in ducts, nozzles, tube Required courses are: bundles and applications to nuclear engineering; • Nu Eng 204 Nuc Radiation Measurements (3 hrs) fluid statics; dimensional analysis and similitude; • Nu Eng 205-Fundamentals of Nu Eng (3 hrs) boundary layer theory. Prerequisites: Math 204, • Nu Eng 223-Reactor Heat Transfer (3 hrs) Bas Eng 110. The other 6 hours should be selected from nuclear en- 223 Reactor Heat Transfer (Lect 3.0) A study of the gineering 300-level courses. fundamental principles of conduction, convection Nuclear Engineering Courses and thermal radiation with volumetric source terms for nuclear engineering applications; em- 25 Nuclear Technology Applications (Lect 1.0) It pirical correlations; finite difference methods; is a project oriented course that examines various analysis of nuclear reactor cores. Prerequisite: Nu aspects of nuclear technology, such as radiation Eng 221. detection, radiation protection, food irradiation, 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- medical and industrial applications. The students ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- will work in small groups on stimulating projects. ment. Consent of instructor required. 101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- signed to give the department an opportunity to signed to give the department an opportunity to test a new course. Variable title. test a new course. Variable title. 105 Introduction To Nuclear Engineering (Lect 303 Reactor Physics I (Lect 3.0) Study of neutron 2.0) Atoms and nuclei; nuclear reactions; ra- interactions, fission, chain reactions, neutron dif- dioactivity, interactions of radiation with matter; fusion and neutron slowing down; criticality of a 224 — Nuclear Engineering

bare thermal homogeneous reactor. Prerequisite: tem, a radioactive waste disposal system). Pre- Nu Eng 205. requisite: Nu Eng 322. 304 Reactor Laboratory I (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) 333 Applied Health Physics (Lect 3.0) Radiation Acquaints the student with neutron flux measure- sources; external and internal dosimetry; biolog- ment, reactor operation, control rod calibration, ical effects of radiation; radiation protection prin- reactor power measurement and neutron activa- ciples; regulatory guides; radioactive and nuclear tion experiments. Experiments with the thermal materials management. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 203 column and neutron beam port are also demon- or Physics 107. strated. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 204, 205. 335 Radiation Protection Engineering (Lect 3.0) 306 Reactor Operation II (Lab 1.0) The operation Radiation fields and sources including nuclear re- of the training reactor. The program is similar to actors, radioactive wastes, x-ray machines, and that required for the NRC Reactor Operator's li- accelerators. Stopping of radiation (Charges par- cense. Students from other disciplines will also ticles, photons, and neutrons) by matter. Radia- benefit from the course. Prerequisite: Nu Eng tion transport methods. Radiation shielding de- 105, 206. sign. Dose rate calculations. Biological effects of 307 Nuclear Fuel Cycle (Lect 3.0) Nuclear fuel re- radiation. Regulatory guides (10CFR20). Prereq- serves and resources; milling, conversion, and uisite: Nu Eng 205. enrichment; fuel fabrication; in-and-out-of core 341 Nuclear Materials I (Lect 3.0) Fundamentals of fuel management; transportation, storage, and materials selection for components in nuclear ap- disposal of nuclear fuel; low level and high level plications, design and fabrication of UO2 fuel; re- waste management, economics of the nuclear fuel actor fuel element performance; mechanical cycle. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205. properties of UO2; radiation damage and effects, 308 Reactor Laboratory II (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) A including computer modeling; corrosion of mate- continuation of Nuclear Engineering 304 with ex- rials in nuclear reactor systems. Prerequisites: periments of a more advanced nature. Prerequi- Bas Eng 110; Nuc Eng 205; Nuc Eng 223; Met Eng site: Nu Eng 304. 121. (Co-listed with Met Eng 341) 309 Licensing Of Nuclear Power Plants (Lect 2.0) 345 Radioactive Waste Management And Reme- The pertinent sections of the Code of Federal Reg- diation (Lect 3.0) Sources and classes of ra- ulations, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's dioactive waste, long-term decay, spent fuel stor- Regulatory Guides and Staff Position Papers, and age, transport, disposal options, regulatory con- other regulatory requirements are reviewed. trol, materials issues, site selection and geologic Safety analysis reports and environmental reports characterization, containment, design and moni- for specific plants are studied. toring requirements, domestic and foreign waste 310 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics. disposal programs, economic and environmental Prerequisite: Senior standing. issues, history of disposal actions, and conduct of 311 Reactor Physics II (Lect 3.0) Analytic and com- remedial actions and clean up. Prerequisite: Math puter based methods of solving problems of reac- 204. (Co-listed with Geo 345) tor physics. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 303, Cmp Sc 351 Reactor Kinetics (Lect 3.0) Derivation and so- 228. lutions to elementary kinetics models. Application 315 Space Nuclear Power And Propulsion (Lect of the point kinetics model in fast, thermal reac- 3.0) A study of the design, operation and applica- tor dynamics, internal and external feedback tion of radioisotope power generators and nuclear mechanism. Rigorous derivation and solutions of reactors for space power and propulsion systems the space dependent kinetics model fission prod- used on both manned and unmanned missions. uct and fuel isotope changes during reactor oper- Prerequisite: Mc Eng 219 or Nu Eng 319. ation. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205. 319 Nuclear Power Plant Systems (Lect 3.0) A 361 Fusion Fundamentals (Lect 3.0) Introduction study of current nuclear power plant concepts and to the plasma state, single particle motion, kinet- the environmental economics and safety consid- ic theory, plasma waves, fusion, power genera- erations affecting their design. Includes such top- tion, radiation mechanisms, inertial confinement ics as: thermodynamics, thermal hydraulics, and and fusion devices, including conceptual fusion mechanical and electrical aspects of nuclear pow- power plant designs. Prerequisite: Preceded or er facilities. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 205 and ac- accompanied by Math 204. companied or preceded by Nu Eng 223. 381 Probabilistic Risk Assessment I (Lect 3.0) A 322 Nuclear System Design I (Lect 1.0) A prelimi- study of the techniques for qualitative and quan- nary design of a nuclear system (e.g. a fission or titative assessment of reliability, safety and risk fusion nuclear reactor plant, a space power sys- associated with complex systems such as those tem, a radioactive waste disposal system). Pre- encountered in the nuclear power industry. Em- requisites: Nu Eng 223, 303, 319, preceded or ac- phasis is placed on fault tree analysis. Prerequi- companied by Nu Eng 341. site: Nu Eng 205. 323 Nuclear System Design II (Lect 3.0) A com- 390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designed plete design of a nuclear system (e.g.a fission or for the undergraduate student who wishes to en- fusion nuclear reactor plant, a space power sys- gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not Petroleum Engineering — 225

more than six credit hours allowed for graduation Daopu T. Numbere, Ph.D., University of Oklahoma credit. Subject and credit to be arranged with the Associate Professors: instructor. Shari Dunn-Norman, Ph.D., Heriot-Watt

1 Registered Professional Engineer Petroleum 2 Registered Geologist Engineering Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Engineering Petroleum Engineering Master of Science FRESHMAN YEAR Doctor of Philosophy (See Freshman Engineering Program) Students plan- Doctor of Engineering ning on majoring in petroleum engineering should take a three hour elective in chemistry, geochemistry, or bi- The Petroleum Engineering program is offered un- ology in the freshman year, in addition to Chem 1, 2, der the department of Geological Sciences and Engi- and 4. neering. Anyone interested in providing adequate and safe First Semester Credit fossil energy for the future should consider a career in English 20-Expo & Argumentation ...... 3 petroleum engineering. BE 10-Study & Careers in Eng ...... 1 Because of the demand for oil and gas and advances Chem 1-Gen Chemistry ...... 4 in petroleum technology, the field of petroleum engi- Chem 2-Gen Chem Lab ...... 1 neering plays an important role in the world today. As a Chem 4-Intro to Lab Safety ...... 1 petroleum engineering student, you will study the tech- History 112, 175, 176, or Poly Sci 90 ...... 3 nology of oil and gas drilling, production, reserves esti- Math 14-Calc for Engineers I ...... 4 mation, and the prediction of future production. You will 17 also study the various techniques for evaluating the characteristics of Petroleum bearing formations and Second Semester their fluid contents. Modern experimental and computa- Elective in Chem, Geo Chem, or Bio Sc ...... 3 tional tools are utilized to study the technology of well Math 15-Calc for Engineers II ...... 4 logging, well testing, well stimulation, petroleum reser- Ge Eng 50 or 51-Geo for Engrs/Physical Geo ...... 3 voir engineering, secondary and tertiary recovery and Physics 23-Eng Physics I ...... 4 geology. Other areas of study will include: economic BE 20-Eng Design w/Com Apps ...... 3 analysis of oil and gas production, reservoir simulation, 17 and artificial lift methods. SOPHOMORE YEAR Recent curriculum changes, emphasis areas in First Semester Credit reservoir characterization, information technology, and Pe Eng 131-Drill Pract & Well Completions ...... 3 energy industry management. Pe Eng 132-Petrol Production Lab ...... 1 Pe Eng 141-Prop of Petroleum Hydrocarbons ...... 3 Mission Statement Basic Eng 50-Statics ...... 3 Math 22-Calc w/Analytic Geom III ...... 4 The mission of the Petroleum Engineering program is Physics 24-Eng Physics II ...... 4 (1) to maintain a quality undergraduate program, and (2) 18 to promote a high quality graduate program. It is believed the second objective helps both faculty and students in Second Semester achieving quality at the undergraduate level. The under- Math 204-Elem Diff Equa ...... 3 graduate program is designed to provide a well-rounded, Pe Eng 241-Petro Reservoir Engineering ...... 3 technically strong curriculum to prepare students for a suc- Pe Eng 242-Petro Reservoir Lab ...... 1 cessful professional career, or for advanced study in Petro- Bas En 150-Statics ...... 2 leum Engineering or in other professional areas. The em- Econ 121 or 122-Prin of Economics ...... 3 phasis of the undergraduate program is in preparing stu- Emphasis Elective1 ...... 3 dents for all aspects of the oil and gas industry. With the 15 current industry innovations resulting in a combination of JUNIOR YEAR production and reservoir duties, courses in these areas First Semester Credit have incorporated an integration of these concepts. Pe Eng 316-Production Applications ...... 3 Faculty Pe Eng 232-Well Logging ...... 3 Pe Eng 257-Petroleum Economics ...... 3 Professors: Cv Eng 230-Elem Fluid Mech ...... 3 2 Jay Gregg (Department Chair of Geological Sciences Hum/Soc Sci Elective1 ...... 3 and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan State 15 Leonard F. Koederitz1 (Distinguished Teaching Profes- sor) Emeritus, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla 226 — Petroleum Engineering

Second Semester Eng Mg 361 - Project Management ME 227-Thermal Analysis ...... 3 Eng Mg 364 - Value Analysis Pe Eng Tech Elective ...... 3 Emphasis Elective ...... 3 Information Technology Emphasis Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials ...... 3 Area Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 ...... 3 (9 hours total) 15 Note: Select Comp Sci 74 and 78 for Advanced SENIOR YEAR Math/Stat/Comp Sci elective First Semester Credit Select IST 51 - Visual Basic Pe Eng 310-Ethics and Professionalism ...... 1 and two other courses from the following list: Pe Eng Tech Elective ...... 3 IST 151 - Java Engl 60/160-Research or Tech Writing or SPM 85 . . .3 IST 211 - Web Design Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 ...... 3 BUS 110 Mngt & Org Behavior or Eng Mg 211 EE 281 or EE 282 or EE 283 ...... 3 Adv Math/Stat or Cmp Sc Elective3 ...... 3 Reservoir Characterization Emphasis 16 Second Semester Area Pe Eng 347-Petro Eng Design4 ...... 3 (9 hours total) Pe Eng Tech Elective ...... 3 Select Geo 340 - Petroleum Geology and two other Pe Eng 335-Secondary Recovery ...... 3 courses from the following list: Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 ...... 3 Geo 220 - Structural Geology Emphasis Elective ...... 3 Geo 223 - Stratigraphy and Sedimentation 15 Geo 385 - Exploration and Development Seismology 1) Emphasis electives to be selected from approved list Geo 332 - Depositional Systems within emphasis areas listed 2) Humanities/Social Science electives are to be se- lected from a list of approved courses to be taken in Minor Curriculum in accordance with the School of Materials, Energy, Petroleum Engineering and Earth Resources policy on Humanities/Social The Petroleum Industry employs not only Petroleum Science electives. Psych 50 required for Energy but also Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Geological, Mechan- Management emphasis area ical and other engineers. A Petroleum Engineering mi- 3) Advanced Math/Statistics elective must be selected nor, therefore, enhances the academic credentials of a from 200-level Math or Statistics course, or may be student and broadens their employment choices. A mi- selected from Computer Science 73/77, Computer nor in Petroleum Engineering requires 15 hours of UMR Science 74/78 or an upper level Computer Science credit to include the following: course. CS 74/78 required for the IT emphasis area. 4) All Petroleum Engineering students must take the Required Course/Times Offered Hours Fundamentals of Engineering Examination prior to Pe Eng 131 Fall & Spring Semester ...... 3 hrs. graduation. A passing grade on this examination is Pe Eng 141 Fall ...... 3 hrs. not required to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is the Pe Eng 241 Fall ...... 3 hrs. first step toward becoming a registered profession- Pe Eng 316 Fall or Pe Eng 335 Spring ...... 3 hrs. al engineer. This requirement is part of the UMR as- One elective course* ...... 3 hrs. sessment process as described in Assessment Re- Total 15 hrs. quirements found elsewhere in this catalog. Stu- dents must sign a release form giving the Universi- *The elective course is to be selected from any other ty access to their Fundamentals of Engineering Ex- 200 or 300 level Petroleum Engineering courses offered amination score. except Seminars. The total number of credit hours required for a degree in Petroleum Engineering is 128. Petroleum Engineering Courses Petroleum Engineering students must earn the grade of “C” or better in all Petroleum Engineering courses to receive credit toward graduation. 121 Petroleum Introduction and Communica- tions (Lect 2.0) Introduction to petroleum engi- Energy Industry Management Em- neering, and the oil and gas industry, through phasis Area programming concepts and software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, drawing (9 hours total) and presentation software). Data manipulation Note: Select Psych 50 for one Humanities/SS elective and communications are emphasized through the Select three courses from the following list: application of industry data. Prerequisite: En- Eng Mg 211- Mgt. Eng. & Tech trance requirements. Eng Mg 308 - Economic Decision Analysis 131 Drilling Practices And Well Completions Eng Mg 313 - Managerial Decision Making (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Properties and occurrence Eng Mg 327 - Legal Environment Petroleum Engineering — 227

of petroleum; petroleum exploration, equipment, 301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- materials, and processes employed in drilling and signed to give the department an opportunity to production practices; well completions; oil field test a new course. Variable title. operation. Prerequisites: Preceded or accompa- 302 Offshore Petroleum Technology (Lect 3.0) An nied by Math 21 (or 15) and Physics 23. introduction to the development of oil and gas 132 Petroleum Production Laboratory (Lab 1.0) fields offshore, including offshore leasing, drilling, Properties and chemical treatment of oil well well completions, production facilities, pipelines, drilling mud; methods of field testing; synthesis of and servicing. Subsea systems, and deepwater drilling muds; properties of well cements, oil well developments are also included. This course is brines, oil field emulsions; specialized oil field suitable for mechanical, electrical and civil engi- equipment operation. Prerequisite: Accompanied neering students interested in ultimately working by Pe Eng 131. offshore. Prerequisite: Pet Eng 131 recommend- 141 Properties Of Hydrocarbon Fluids (Lect 3.0) ed. Physical properties of petroleum fluids; chemical 303 Environmental Petroleum Applications (Lect components of petroleum fluids. Elementary 3.0) This course is a study of environmental pro- phase behavior; calculations of the physical prop- tection and regulatory compliance in the oil and erties of gases, liquids, and gas-liquid mixtures in gas industry. The impact of various environmental equilibrium. Prerequisite: Chem 1. laws on drilling and production operations will be 200 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- covered. Oilfield and related wastes and their ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- handling are described. Federal, state and local ment. Consent of instructor required. regulatory agencies are introduced, and their role 201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de- in permitting and compliance monitoring is pre- signed to give the department an opportunity to sented. Legal and ethical responsibilities are dis- test a new course. Variable title. cussed. Prerequisite: Senior standing. 232 Well Logging I (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) An intro- 308 Applied Reservoir Simulation (Lect 3.0) Sim- duction to the electrical, nuclear, and acoustic ulation of actual reservoir problems using both properties of rocks: theory and interpretation of field and individual well models to determine well conventional well logs. Prerequisite: Physics 24 or spacing, secondary recovery prospects, future 25. rate predictions and recovery, coning effects, rel- 241 Petroleum Reservoir Engineering (Lect 3.0) ative permeability adjustments and other history Properties of reservoir formations and fluids; matching techniques. Co-requisite: Pe Eng 257. reservoir mechanics including fluid flow through 310 Seminar (Lect 1.0) Discussion of current topics. reservoir rock, capillary phenomena, material bal- (Course cannot be used for graduate credit). Pre- ance, volumetric analyses, drive mechanisms. requisite: Senior standing in Pe Eng. Prerequisites: Math 22, accompanied or preceded 314 Advanced Drilling Technology (Lect 3.0) In- by Pe Eng 141 or senior standing. depth studies of cost control; hole problems; well 242 Petroleum Reservoir Laboratory (Lab 1.0) planning; drilling fluids and cuttings transport; Core analysis determination of intensive proper- hydraulics; pressure control, directional drilling; ties of crude oil and its products; equipment and drill bits; cementing; fishing; wellhead and tubu- methods used to obtain petroleum reservior infor- lar designs; computer modeling of drilling sys- mation. Prerequisite: Accompanied by Pe Eng tems optimized design of drilling procedure. Pre- 241. requisites: Pe Eng 131, Cv Eng 230, Cmp Sc 73. 257 Petroleum Valuation And Economics (Lect 316 Production Applications (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) 3.0) Estimation of oil and gas reserves; engineer- An introduction to production engineering topics: ing costs; depreciation; evaluation of producing single and multi-phase flow through pipes; inflow properties; federal income tax considerations; performance; nodal systems analysis; perforat- chance factor and risk determination. Prerequi- ing; acidizing; hydraulic fracturing; well comple- sites: Pe Eng 241, Econom 121 or Econom 122. tion equipment and practices; production logging; 271 Fundamental Digital Applications In Petrole- well servicing. Prerequisites: Pet Eng 131, pre- um Engineering (Lect 3.0) Applications of Win- ceded or accompanied by Civ Eng 230 and Pet Eng dows-based Visual Basic solutions to engineering 241. problems including selected topics in fluid flow, 320 Fundamentals Of Petroleum Reservoir Simu- PVT behavior, matrices in engineering solutions, lation (Lect 3.0) An introduction to petroleum translating curves to computer solutions, predic- reservoir simulation. Fundamentals of finite dif- tor-corrector material balance solutions, and ference approximation of the partial differential graphical display of results. Prerequisite: Junior equations of flow through porous media. Discus- Standing. sion of various simulation schemes, data han- 300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read- dling, boundary conditions. Use of a dry gas and ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart- black oil simulators. Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 73, ment. Consent of instructor required. Math 204. 323 Artificial Lift (Lect 3.0) This course is a study of artificial lift methods used to produce liquids 228 — School of Materials, Energy, and Earth Resources

(oil/water) from wellbores. Methods covered in- clude sucker rod (piston) pumps, electric sub- mersible pumps, gas lift, hydraulic lift and plunger lift. Prerequisite: Pe Eng 241 or equivalent. 329 Applied Petroleum Reservoir Engineering (Lect 3.0) Quantitative study of oil production by natural forces, gas cap, water influx, solution gas, etc.; material balance equations, study of gas, non-retrograde gas condensate, and black oil reservoirs. Predictive calculations of oil recovery from different reservoir types. Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241 and 242. 333 Reservoir Characterization (Lect 3.0) The in- tegration and extrapolation of Geologic, Geophys- ical, and Petroleum Engineering data for flow model construction. 335 Secondary Recovery Of Petroleum (Lect 3.0) Oil recovery by water or gas injection. Various prediction methods. Design of water flooding projects. Cyclic steam stimulation of oil wells, de- sign criteria. Oil recovery from thermally stimu- lated wells, prediction methods. Brief-introduction to EOR (enhanced oil recovery) methods. Prereq- uisites: Pe Eng 241, 242, and Mc Eng 227. 341 Well Test Analysis (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Caus- es of low well productivity; analysis of pressure buildup tests, drawdown tests, multi-rate tests, injection well fall off tests, and open flow potential tests; design of well testing procedures. Prerequi- sites: Pe Eng 241 and Math 204. 347 Petroleum Engineering Design (Lect 3.0) Se- nior capstone design project(s) based on industry data. Application of reservoir engineering: drilling and production engineering principles to evaluate and solve an industry problem such as a new field development, evaluation of an existing reservoir asset, or analysis of field re-development. Prereq- uisites: Pe Eng 241, Pe Eng 316, and senior stand- ing. 360 Natural Gas Engineering (Lect 3.0) Gas re- serves estimation, deliverability, and future pro- duction performance prediction. Deliverability testing of gas wells including isochronal, flow af- ter flow, drawdown and buildup. Gasfield develop- ment and underground storage. Gas production metering gauging and transmission. Prerequisite: Preceded or accompanied by Pe Eng 241. School of Materials, Energy, and Earth Resources Courses 101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is desig- nated to give the department an opportunity to test a new course.