Standard Option
B.S.Ch.E. in Chemical Engineering
Description
The B.S. in chemical engineering provides the student with a fundamental knowledge of chemical engineering science and prepares graduates for a variety of careers in industry and government, or for advanced study in engineering, business, or professional school.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 128
Goals/Mission Statement
Program Educational Objectives
Graduates from the Department of Chemical Engineering of the University of Mississippi will be: 1. Globally competitive in the professional world; 2. Prepared for leadership and success in their chosen career or in continued education; 3. Equipped with flexible problem-solving skills to address complex professional and societal issues.
Student Outcomes
In accordance with ABET accreditation requirements, BSChE students at the University of Mississippi should demonstrate the attainment of the following student outcomes: (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams (e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) an ability to communicate effectively (h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues (k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
Course Requirements
Specific requirements for the individualized emphasis in chemical engineering are as follows: Math 261-264, Math 353, Writ 100, Writ 101, Writ 102, or Liba 102; Chem 105, 106, 115, 116, and Phys 211, 212, 221, 222; Chem 221, 222, 225, advanced chemistry (defined below); Csci 251 or Engr 309, 310, 313, 321, 322, 360; Ch E 103, 104, 307, 308, 317, 345, 411, 417, 421, 423, 445, 446, 451, 452, 412 or 511; technical electives to include three 3-hour electives of 300 or higher course number from among engineering, science, or mathematics. Any of the following will satisfy the advanced chemistry requirement: Chem 334, Chem 471, Chem 472, Ch E 543, Ch E 545, G E 503, and Engr 540. The following alternative courses may satisfy course requirements as specified:
- Alternatives to Ch E 103 and 104: Engr 100, or Manf 150 and Manf 252
- Alternative to Ch E 452: The combination of Manf 451 and Manf 452
- Alternative to Engr 313: The combination of Manf 251 and 252
- Alternatives for 300-level technical electives: Manf 253, Manf 254, and the combination of Bisc 160, 161, 162, and 163. In the case of the Bisc 160-163 series, the student must take all 8 credits to fulfill the requirement for one 3-credit technical elective. A maximum of 3 credits of Ch E 330 may be used to satisfy one of the technical elective requirements.
Emphases in Chemical Engineering: As alternative to the standard or PreMed options in chemical engineering, a student may choose to obtain a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with one or more of the following five emphases: biotechnology, biomedical engineering, environmental, manufacturing (in collaboration with the Center for Manufacturing Excellence), and materials. The same general education and course requirements (defined above) apply to all emphases in chemical engineering. Taking specific advanced chemistry and elective courses satisfy specific emphasis requirements.
Other Academic Requirements
Students in the Department of Chemical Engineering are encouraged to take the Fundamentals of Engineering examination prior to awarding of the baccalaureate degree.
Standard Option
Course Requirements
| Standard | |
|---|---|
| Any approved advanced chemistry | 3 Credit Hours |
| 300 level or higher technical electives | 9 Credit Hours |
No more than 3 credits of undergraduate research can be used to fulfill the elective requirements.
Degree Requirements
The academic regulations for this degree program, as entered in the University of Mississippi Catalog, are in effect for the current or selected academic year and semester. The University of Mississippi reserves the right to 1) change or withdraw courses; 2) change rules for registration, instruction, and graduation; and 3) change other regulations affecting the student body at any time.
B.S.Ch.E. in Chemical Engineering
General Education
| Requirement | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First Year Writing I | 3 | Complete Hon 101, Writ 100 or Writ 101 with a passing grade. |
| First Year Writing II | 3 | Complete Hon 102, Liba 102, or Writ 102 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 105 | 3 | Complete Chem 105 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 106 | 3 | Complete Chem 106 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 115 | 1 | Complete Chem 115 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 116 | 1 | Complete Chem 116 with a passing grade. |
| Math 261 | 3 | Complete Math 261 with a passing grade. |
| Math 262 | 3 | Complete Math 262 with a passing grade. |
| Math 263 | 3 | Complete Math 263 with a passing grade. |
| Math 264 | 3 | Complete Math 264 with a passing grade. |
| Math 353 | 3 | Complete Math 353 with a passing grade. |
| Phys 211 | 3 | Complete Phys 211 with a passing grade. |
| Phys 212 | 3 | Complete Phys 212 with a passing grade. |
| Phys 221 | 1 | Complete Phys 221 with a passing grade. |
| Phys 222 | 1 | Complete Phys 222 with a passing grade. |
| 3 hrs fine arts | 3 | Student must successfully complete 3 hours in the fine arts. The course may be chosen from art history, art appreciation, and criticism of art, dance, music, and theatre arts. Courses emphasizing the enhancement of skills and performance are not acceptable. |
| Serial humanities | 6 | Complete 6 hrs (from the same department) of humanities choosing from course work in classics, literature, history, philosophy, religion, Southern Studies, African American Studies, and Gender Studies. |
| Serial social science | 6 | Complete 6 hours (from the same department) of social sciences choosing from the following; economics, anthropology, political science, psychology, and sociology.Psy 202 and Econ 230 are excluded from these options. |
Major Requirements
| Requirement | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ch E 103 | 2 | Complete Ch E 103. |
| Ch E 307 | 2 | Complete Ch E 307 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 308 | 2 | Complete Ch E 308 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 317 | 3 | Complete Ch E 317 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 345 | 3 | Complete Ch E 345 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 411 | 1 | Complete Ch E 411 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 417 | 3 | Complete Ch E 417 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 421 | 3 | Complete Ch E 421 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 423 | 3 | Complete Ch E 423 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 445 | 2 | Complete Ch E 445 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 446 | 2 | Complete Ch E 446 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 451 | 4 | Complete Ch E 451 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 452 or Manf 451/452 | 3 | Complete either Ch E 452 or Manf 451/452 with a passing grade. |
| Ch E 412 or 511 | 3 | Complete Ch E 412 or 511 with a passing grade. |
| Enroll in a BSChE emphasis | Enroll in an emphasis in BSChE program. | |
| School of Engineering GPA | Must be at least a 2.0 |
Major Requirements II
| Requirement | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chem 225 | 1 | Complete Chem 225 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 222 | 3 | Complete Chem 222 with a passing grade. |
| Chem 221 | 3 | Complete Chem 221 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 310 | 3 | Complete Engr 310 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 313 | 3 | Complete Engr 313 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 321 | 3 | Complete Engr 321 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 322 | 3 | Complete Engr 322 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 309 or Csci 251 | 3 | Complete either Engr 309 or Csci 251 with a passing grade. |
| Engr 360 | 3 | Complete Engr 360 with a passing grade. |
Standard Option
| Requirement | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced chemistry course | 3 | Complete at least one advanced chemistry course. Course can be chosen from the following: Chem 334, Chem 471, Ch E 543, Ch E 545, GE 503, and Engr 540. |
| 9 hrs technical electives | 9 | Complete at least 9 credit hours of technical electives to include three 3-hour electives of 300 or higher course number from among engineering, science, or mathematics. |
| Add'l hum/soc sci | 3 | Complete an additional 3 hours in humanities or social sciences. |