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MSE 450

Techniques of Process Design, Economics and Safety

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeA-
Standard

Overview

Description

Principles of chemical engineering process design. Economics, safety, social and ethical considerations; organization of process design; process synthesis; computer optimization techniques applied to design.

Requirements

Prerequisites

MSE 361CHE 311MSE 460

Recommended Preparation

  • Senior standing.
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

MSE 361 or CHE 311; MSE 460.

Recommended Preparation

Senior standing.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Fall

Terms

fall

Core

CO12

Related Courses

Cross Listed With CHE 450

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  • 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.
  • communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  • recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  • function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  • develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  • acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.