COLLEGE of ENGINEERING
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Professor Martha C. Mitchell*, department head
Professor Richard L. Long*#, associate department head
Professors Bhada (emeritus), Long*#, Johnson, Ghassemi, Mitchell, Munson-McGee, Patton (emeritus), Rockstraw, Roubicek (emeritus); Associate Professors Andersen, Deng; College Professor Del Valle(575) 646-1214
*Registered Professional Engineer (NM)
#Registered Professional Engineer (State other than NM)
DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Chemical engineers combine their knowledge of science, mathematics, and physics with their expertise in engineering analysis to solve industry-level problems in both the private and public sectors. An undergraduate degree leads to an exciting career in fields such as computer chip manufacturing; environmental restoration and pollution prevention; biotechnology and bioengineering; pharmaceutical manufacturing; food production; transportation (including automotive and aerospace); advanced materials; petrochemical and refining; chemical synthesis and production; power and energy production (including the nuclear industry); law, medicine or advanced studies at the graduate level.
In support of the mission of New Mexico State University, the Department of Chemical Engineering strives to prepare Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Science graduates to successfully and safely practice the chemical engineering profession, to engage in life-long personal and professional development, and to contribute to the betterment of their community and society.
To accomplish this mission, the department supports the objectives of the college and the university and expands the objectives to satisfy the needs of the Chemical Engineering constituent groups. The department strives to achieve the objectives of providing all graduating B.S. students with:
- A solid foundation in the fundamentals of chemical engineering science, design, and practice;
- A sound base in chemistry, mathematics, and physics;
- An opportunity to explore advanced disciplines pertinent to career choice;
- An opportunity to participate on multidisciplinary teams;
- The opportunity and training to develop the written and oral communication skills required of a practicing engineer;
- The opportunity to develop and comprehend professional and ethical behavior, to develop an understanding of the humanities and social sciences, and to develop the skills to engage in lifelong learning.
These objectives are consistent with those of the College of Engineering and New Mexico State University in their commitment to developing student excellence in an intellectually stimulating environment, cultural diversity, and broad education programs, while encouraging individual expression, professional behavior, civic responsibility, leadership, and an appreciation for continuing education.
The bachelor's program in Chemical Engineering has been continuously accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc. since 1967.
Requirements (Total credits 130)
In addition to satisfying the requirements of the university and the College of Engineering, all majors must pass departmental courses with a grade of C or better. Students must take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam prior to graduation.
State General Education Common Core (37 credits)
Area I: Communications (10 credits)
| ENGL 111G, Rhetoric and Composition | 4 |
| Written Communications Electives** | 3 |
| Oral Communications Elective** | 3 |
Area II: Mathematics (4 credits)
| MATH 191/191 L, Calculus I and Lab | 4 |
Area III: Natural Science (8 credits)
| CHEM 115, Principles of Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 116, Principles of Chemistry II | 4 |
Area IV: Social & Behavioral Sciences (6-9 credits*)
| Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology electives** | 6-9 |
Area V: Humanities & Fine Arts (6-9 credits*)
| History, Philosophy, Literature, Art, Music, Dance, Theater, Foreign Language, and Religion electives ** | 6-9* |
| * Students must complete 15 total credits from Area IV and V, with at least six credits from each area. |
Institution Specific Graduation Requirements (6 credits)
| Viewing a Wider World Elective** | 6 |
Program Specific Graduation Requirements (90 credits)
Mathematics (10 credits)
| MATH 192/192 L, Calculus II and Lab | 4 |
| MATH 291, Calculus III | 3 |
| MATH 392, Differential Equations | 3 |
Natural Science (17 credits)
| PHYS 215, Engineering Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 216, Engineering Physics II | 3 |
| CHEM 313, Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 314, Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 315, Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM 433, 434, or 456 Physical Chemistry Elective** | 3 |
Technical Electives (12 credits)
Chemical Engineering (51 credits)
| CH E 100, Basics of Chemical Engineering | 1 |
| CH E 111, Introduction to Computers Calculations in Chemical Engineering | 3 |
| CH E 201, Energy Balance | 4 |
| CH E 301, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I | 3 |
| CH E 302, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics II | 3 |
| CH E 305, Transport Operations I: Fluid Flow | 3 |
| CH E 306, Transport Operations II: Heat and Mass Transfer | 3 |
| CH E 307, Transport Operations III: Staged Operations | 3 |
| CH E 311, Engineering Data Analysis | 3 |
| CH E 315L, Process Instrumentation Lab | 2 |
| CH E 361, Engineering Materials | 3 |
| CH E 407L, Transport Operations Lab | 2 |
| CH E 412, Process Dynamics and Control | 3 |
| CH E 422L, Unit Operations and Process Control Laboratory | 2 |
| CH E 441, Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Engineering | 3 |
| CH E 451, Engineering Economy | 3 |
| CH E 452, Process Design, Analysis, and Simulation | 4 |
| CH E 455, Plant Design | 2 |
| CH E 490, Senior Seminar | 1 |
**Check with your advisor for a list of acceptable elective courses. Three credits must have a CH E prefix. Emphasis areas include: advanced studies; advanced materials; bioengineering; environmental engineering; Fundamentals of Engineering preparation; nuclear energy; and premedical.