CHEMICAL AND MOLECULAR ENGINEERING (CME) Fall 2021 Bulletin Chemical and Molecular Engineering (CME) Major in Chemical and Molecular Engineering Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Chairperson: Dilip Gersappe Undergraduate Program Director: Tadanori Koga Undergraduate Program Coordinator and Advisor: Samantha Riccardi OFFICE: Engineering 231 PHONE: (631) 632-8381 E-MAIL: [email protected] PROGRAM WEBSITE: https://www.stonybrook.edu/matscieng/ Minors of particular interest to students majoring in Chemical and Molecular Engineering: Business (BUS), Chemistry (CHE), Materials Science (ESM), Physics (PHY), Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS), Pharmacology (BCP) Chemical and Molecular Engineering The Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering offers two majors leading to the Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree, En- gineering Science (see entry in the alphabetical listings of Approved Majors, Minors, and Programs) and Chemical and Molecular Engineering. The program in Chemical and Molecular Engineering is designed to meet the expanding demand for chemical engineers in the nanotechnology, neutraceutical, pharmaceutical, environmental, and energy industries. It emphasizes engineering at the molecular level rather than traditional large-scale process engineering. In a rigorous cross-disciplinary environment, the program provides students with knowledge in the basic physical sciences, mathematical techniques, and computational modeling tools that form the foundation of modern chemical and molecular engineering. A broad spectrum of courses prepares students to assimilate and apply their knowledge creatively to solve complex problems involving not only scientific but also ethical and moral considerations, and utilizing effective communication skills for working in an interdisciplinary team. Employment opportunities for graduates of the program include high-technology industries and institutions that are engaged in research and advanced manufacturing related to nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, future fuels, waste management, and the synthesis of new materials. The Chemical and Molecular Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http:// www.abet.org. The program's mission is to serve the community by becoming a resource for regional economic development and to serve the nation by training students who can assume leadership in technological innovation, public service, and ethical standards. Its goal is to achieve international recognition as a center of excellence in molecularly based chemical engineering education and research. Program Educational Objectives The undergraduate program in chemical and molecular engineering has the following four specific program educational objectives: 1. The graduates from the program will assume positions in industry or research institutions that require knowledge of chemical engineering principles. 2. The graduates from the program will demonstrate leadership, teamwork, ethical conduct and effective communication skills. 3. The graduates of the program will be engaged in lifelong learning in order to meet the constantly emerging needs of the chemical engineering profession. 4. The graduates of the program will succeed in graduate programs in chemical engineering or related professions such as medicine, business and law. Student Outcomes The students will demonstrate the following: 1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. 2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. 3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. 4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. 5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inlcusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. 6. An ability to develop and conduct approrpriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. 7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. Stony Brook University: www.stonybrook.edu/ugbulletin 1 CHEMICAL AND MOLECULAR ENGINEERING (CME) Fall 2021 Bulletin Requirements for the Major in Chemical and Molecular Engineering Acceptance into the Major Qualified freshman and transfer students who have indicated their interest in the major on their applications may be admitted directly as a degree major or as a pre-major. Pre-majors are placed into the Area of Interest (AOI) program and to be eligible for the degree, they must be admitted to and declare the major. The requirements and application process for matriculation are detailed below. Students admitted to other programs within the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) follow the same admissions process as students in the AOI program. Students in programs outside of CEAS (non-CEAS students) and double major applicants may apply for admission to the degree program following a separate process, outlined below. Area of Interest and Other CEAS Students (excluding double major applicants) Applications for major admission from AOI and other CEAS students are reviewed twice per year and must be received by January 5 for Spring admission and June 5 for Fall admission. Students who submit their application on time will be admitted if they meet the following requirements: • Students must have a grade of B or higher in all 100-level mathematics, physics, and chemistry courses required by the major. • Students must have an overall GPA of 3.2 with no more than one grade of C+ or lower in any course, unless permission to waive is granted by the undergraduate program director. • Department must receive completed course evaluations for all transferred courses that are to be used to meet requirements of the major. • Transfer students must complete a minimum of one semester, carrying a full-time load with a minimum of 12 credits in residence at Stony Brook University. Transfer students who have completed, by way of transfer credit, all requirements in the first criterion, must demonstrate a grade of B or higher in CME 304. Students must complete these requirements no later than one year after they enroll in the first course that applies towards major entry. Students must apply for admission by the application deadline immediately following completion of the above requirements, but no later than the one year limit. Admission of AOI students and other CEAS students who apply late will follow the process of Non-CEAS Students and Double Major Applicants below. Non-CEAS Students and Double Major Applicants Applications for major admission from non-CEAS students and double major applicants are reviewed twice per year and must be received by January 5 for Spring admission and June 5 for Fall admission. Students who do not meet the requirements for AOI admission above will not be considered. Fulfilling the requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Admission is competitive and contingent upon program capacity. Requirements for the Major The curriculum begins with a focus on mathematics, physics, and chemistry, followed by courses covering specific chemical engineering topics as well as an intensive laboratory sequence. In addition, each student chooses a three-course sequence at the 300 level or above (four courses if admitted prior to Fall 2012) as an area of specialization which may also qualify the students for a minor in the respective department. The program culminates in the submission and acceptance of a senior thesis describing an original research project completed by the student which is defended at the end of the senior year. Students are encouraged to select original research projects which can be published in peer reviewed journals. Completion of the major requires approximately 100 credits. 1. Mathematics a. AMS 151, AMS 161 Applied Calculus I, II b. AMS 261 or MAT 203 Applied Calculus III or Calculus III with Applications c. AMS 361 or MAT 303 Applied Calculus IV:Differential Equations or Calculus IV with Applications Note: The following alternate calculus course sequences may be substituted for AMS 151, AMS 161: MAT 131, MAT 132 or MAT 125, MAT 126, MAT 127 or MAT 141, MAT 142 2. Natural Sciences a. Chemistry CHE 131, CHE 132 General Chemistry I, II CHE 133, CHE 134 General Chemistry Laboratory I, II CHE 321 Organic Chemistry I or CHE 331 Molecular Science II CHE 327 Organic Chemistry Laboratory or CHE 383 Introductory Synthetic and Spectroscopic Laboratory Techniques Note: The following alternate chemistry/organic chemistry course sequence may be substituted for CHE 131/CHE 133/CHE 132/ CHE 134: CHE 152 Molecular Science I and CHE 154 Molecular Science Laboratory I b. Physics PHY 131, PHY 132 Classical Physics I, II PHY 133, PHY 134 Classical Physics Laboratory I, II Stony Brook University: www.stonybrook.edu/ugbulletin 2 CHEMICAL AND MOLECULAR ENGINEERING (CME) Fall 2021 Bulletin Note: The following alternate physics course sequences may be substituted for PHY