Chemical Engineering (CHEME)Engineering

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

CHEME 2200

Applications of quantum chemistry to (1) the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter for spectroscopy and strategic bond breaking and (2) the behavior of electrons in solids - insulators, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  5926 CHEME 2200   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Stroock, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5927 CHEME 2200   DIS 201

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Stroock, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 3010

Weekly presentations by visiting chemical and biomolecular engineers to describe career paths and current professions. Job overviews and day-to-day details. Lessons learned from experiences. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  5868 CHEME 3010   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Daniel, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 3230

Fundamentals of fluid mechanics. Macroscopic and microscopic balances. Applications to problems involving viscous flow. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  5872 CHEME 3230   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hormozi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5873 CHEME 3230   DIS 201

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hormozi, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 3320

Analysis and design of chemical separation processes involving phase equilibria and mass transfer. Topics include: continuous and batch processing; counter-current and co-current flow patterns; tray columns ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  5874 CHEME 3320   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yue, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5875 CHEME 3320   LAB 401

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yue, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 3720

Modeling and analysis of the dynamics of chemical processes, Laplace transforms, block diagrams, feedback control systems, and stability analysis. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  5878 CHEME 3720   LEC 001

    • WF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 3900

Study of chemical reaction kinetics and principles of reactor design for chemical processes. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture, one discussion, and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  5879 CHEME 3900   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5880 CHEME 3900   DIS 201

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5881 CHEME 3900   LAB 401

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5882 CHEME 3900   LAB 402

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5883 CHEME 3900   LAB 403

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5884 CHEME 3900   LAB 404

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5885 CHEME 3900   LAB 405

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5886 CHEME 3900   LAB 406

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Cardenas Ramirez, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4020

Genomic and proteomic tools have revolutionized the capabilities of scientists to impact biology and medicine. This course aims to present the most influential molecular biology tools being used in biomedical ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: BME 3020

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5490 CHEME 4020   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Brito, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5491 CHEME 4020   LAB 401

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5492 CHEME 4020   LAB 402

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5493 CHEME 4020   LAB 403

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Archer, S

      Brito, I

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4240

Topics include derivation of conservation equations; conductive and convective heat transfer; low Reynolds number fluid dynamics; lubrication theory; inviscid fluid dynamics; boundary layer theory; ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 6240

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5944 CHEME 4240   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Koch, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4410

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, and engineers are at the forefront of developing solutions. This course introduces students to the sources and impacts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 6610

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5943 CHEME 4410   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Goldfarb, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4460

This course offers a concise introduction to the foundational concepts and tools of Synthetic Biology. Students will explore how biological systems can be engineered to perform novel functions, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: CHEME 5460

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  5945 CHEME 4460   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5946 CHEME 4460   DIS 201

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4620

The second part of a two-semester capstone course sequence that integrates chemical engineering design with a research component. Students will work in teams to apply core chemical engineering principles ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  5888 CHEME 4620   LEC 001

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Bauer, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5889 CHEME 4620   LAB 401

    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Bauer, B

      Celik Akdur, E

      Kowal, M

      Li, S

      Strong, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 4900

Research or studies on special problems in chemical engineering. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-7 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Research Project

  •  5890 CHEME 4900   IND 601

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students from all Colleges must submit a Cornell Engineering Research for Credit Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/cornell-engineering-research-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

CHEME 4998

Research or studies on special problems in chemical engineering for visiting international students. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 6-12 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5920 CHEME 4998   RSC 701

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

CHEME 5235

Soft materials have unique properties, exploited widely by nature and industry. They are made from a variety of building blocks, including small molecules, macromolecules, and particles. These ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MSE 5235

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8155 CHEME 5235   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Dufresne, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5240

Implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM) is a complex task that requires planning, coordination, and considerable resources. PSM is typically a risk-based management process with higher risk processing ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  5924 CHEME 5240   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Li, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5430

Discusses principles involved in using biomolecules (e.g., antibodies, enzymes, DNA) and living organisms (e.g., bacteria, yeast, tissue cultures) for engineering biological processes. Examples will be ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5867 CHEME 5430   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • DeLisa, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5460

This course offers a concise introduction to the foundational concepts and tools of Synthetic Biology. Students will explore how biological systems can be engineered to perform novel functions, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: CHEME 4460

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  5941 CHEME 5460   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5942 CHEME 5460   DIS 201

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5540

Introduction to molecular simulation methods, Molecular Dynamics and Monte Carlo. Understanding options for interatomic and intermolecular modeling and appropriate representation of materials. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: CHEM 4810, CHEM 5810, CHEME 7740

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9140 CHEME 5540   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Escobedo, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  9141 CHEME 5540   LAB 401

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Escobedo, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5650

Design study and economic evaluation of a chemical processing facility, alternative methods of manufacture, raw-material preparation, food processing, waste disposal, or some other aspect of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-9 Credits Graded

  •  5869 CHEME 5650   RSC 701

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Bauer, B

      Celik Akdur, E

      Varner, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

CHEME 5651

Studio design team work sessions for the Master of Engineering chemical process project. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  5936 CHEME 5651   DES 501

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Bauer, B

      Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5820

Engineering practice increasingly relies on computational tools, data analysis, and Machine Learning approaches. This one-semester course introduces machine learning, focusing on supervised learning and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  5937 CHEME 5820   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Varner, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5938 CHEME 5820   DIS 201

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Varner, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5880

Energy Seminars will continue to explore energy-related topics of emerging, contemporary and historical interest. An abbreviated list of subjects explored in the seminars includes: global energy resources, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: BEE 5469, ECE 5880, MAE 5469

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • 12287 CHEME 5880   LEC 001

    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Hanrath, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5990

Students attend seminars of their selection and write one-page summaries. Eligible seminars include all listings that are related to medical and industrial biotechnology. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  5919 CHEME 5990   SEM 101

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Celik Akdur, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 5999

Nonthesis research or studies on special problems in chemical engineering. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-9 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5870 CHEME 5999   RSC 701

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Bauer, B

      Varner, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

CHEME 6240

Topics include derivation of conservation equations; conductive heat transfer; low Reynolds number fluid dynamics; lubrication theory; inviscid fluid dynamics; boundary layer theory; forced convection; ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 4240

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5877 CHEME 6240   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Koch, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6400

Covers chemistry and physics of the formation and characterization of polymers; principles of fabrication. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5871 CHEME 6400   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yang, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6420

Topics include microscopic and macroscopic viewpoints; connections between phenomenological chemical kinetics and molecular reaction dynamics; reaction cross sections, potential energy surfaces, and dynamics ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5876 CHEME 6420   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Engstrom, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6610

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, and engineers are at the forefront of developing solutions. This course introduces students to the sources and impacts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 4410

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  5918 CHEME 6610   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Goldfarb, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6663

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 focuses on the utilization of low-temperature geothermal energy: geothermal heat pumps, district heating systems for heating and cooling, hybrid geothermal systems ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  5921 CHEME 6663   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Apr 5 - May 11, 2027
    • Tester, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6679

The performance, cost, and safety of energy storage technology are recognized at the Achilles' heel in our transition towards a sustainable energy portfolio. The broad integration of inherently intermitted ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  5922 CHEME 6679   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Feb 5 - Mar 16, 2027
    • Hanrath, T

      Kalra, V

      Tester, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6681

Capstone energy analysis project covering a topic of interest. Relevant background information will be provided in CHEME 6660: Analysis of Sustainable Energy Systems - course lectures as well as from the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  5923 CHEME 6681   LEC 001

    • Mar 17 - May 11, 2027
    • Hanrath, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 6810

This studio-style course emphasizes collaborative learning and innovation in sustainability. Students will explore foundational and cutting-edge literature, research, and potential future directions in ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SYSEN 6810

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  5939 CHEME 6810   LEC 001

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • You, F

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Online

CHEME 6888

This course provides a comprehensive overview of deep learning, covering basic concepts, models, algorithms, and applications. Topics include artificial neural networks, training techniques, convolutional ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: SYSEN 6888

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5928 CHEME 6888   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • You, F

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous

  •  5929 CHEME 6888   LEC 002

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • You, F

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

  •  5930 CHEME 6888   DIS 201

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • You, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  5931 CHEME 6888   DIS 202

    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • You, F

  • Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous

CHEME 7700

Chemical Engineering graduate students in their third year and above must present an annual seminar on their research. Provides training in public presentation and dissemination of scientific data. Constructive ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  5925 CHEME 7700   SEM 101

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Yu, Q

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 7740

Introduction to molecular simulation methods, Molecular Dynamics and Monte Carlo. Understanding options for interatomic and intermolecular modeling and appropriate representation of materials. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: CHEM 4810, CHEM 5810, CHEME 5540

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  9130 CHEME 7740   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Escobedo, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  9131 CHEME 7740   LAB 401

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Escobedo, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

CHEME 7900

General chemical engineering seminar. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  5887 CHEME 7900   SEM 101

    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027
    • Goldfarb, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person