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Course 10: Chemical Engineering |
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General10.90 Independent Research Problem
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged  TBA.
For special and graduate students who wish to carry out some minor investigation in a particular field. Subject and hours to fit individual requirements. H. Sikes No textbook information available 10.910 Independent Research Problem
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Prereq: None Units arranged TBA.
For undergraduate students who wish to carry out a special investigation in a particular field. Topic and hours arranged. T. Kinney No textbook information available 10.911 Independent Research Problem
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Prereq: None Units arranged [P/D/F] TBA.
For undergraduate students who wish to carry out a special investigation in a particular field. Topic and hours arranged. T. Kinney No textbook information available 10.912 Practical Internship in Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: None Units: 0-1-0 [P/D/F] TBA.
Provides academic credit for professional experiences in chemical engineering at external facilities, such as companies or laboratories. At the end of the internship, students must submit a report that describes the experience, details their accomplishments, and synthesizes the perspectives, knowledge, and skills to be carried forward into the rest of their studies. T. Kinney No textbook information available 10.951 Seminar in Biological Systems
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R9-11 (66-319)
Students, postdocs, and visitors to present their work on design, construction, and characterization of biological systems expanding on topics in synthetic biology, molecular systems biology, and cellular reprogramming. Fall: K. E. Galloway IAP: K. E. Galloway Spring: K. E. Galloway Summer: K. E. Galloway No textbook information available 10.952 Seminar in Bioelectrochemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: F9-11 (66-319)
Students, postdocs and visitors present and discuss their research in bioelectrochemistry. Specific topics include electrochemical platform design for diagnostics and screening tools, fundamental studies of metalloproteins and electron transfer-proficient microbes, materials for bioelectronics, and in vitro disease models. Fall: A. Furst IAP: A. L. Furst Spring: A. L. Furst Summer: A. L. Furst No textbook information available 10.953 Seminar in Heterogeneous Catalysis
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Prereq: None Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: F8.30-10 (E17-517)
Students present their research to other students and staff. Research topics include heterogeneous catalysis, design of catalytic materials, biomass conversion, biofuels, and CO2 utilization. Y. Roman-Leshkov No textbook information available 10.954 Seminar in Applied Optical Spectroscopy
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T9-11 (66-360)
Research seminars given by students, postdocs, and visitors. Topics covered include applied optical spectroscopy and imaging, with particular emphasis on nanomaterials and how they relate to alternative energy technologies. W. Tisdale No textbook information available 10.955 Seminar in Electrochemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W10-12 (66-360)
Designed to allow students to present and discuss their research in the area of electrochemical engineering with a particular emphasis on energy storage and conversion (e.g., batteries, fuel cells, electroreactors). Specific topics include active materials design, electroanalytical platform development, and integration of electrochemical and imaging techniques. F. Brushett No textbook information available 10.956 Seminar in Atomistic Simulation
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R3-4.30 (66-360)
Seminar allows students to present their research to other students and staff. The research topics include electronic structure theory, computational chemistry techniques, and density functional theory with a focus on applications to catalysis and materials science. H. Kulik No required or recommended textbooks 10.957 Seminar in Bioengineering Technology
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W9-11 (46-5305)
Research seminars presented by students and guest speakers on emerging biotechnologies. K. Chung No textbook information available 10.958 Seminar in the Fluid Mechanics and Self-assembly of Soft Matter
(, ) Not offered regularly; consult department Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
Covers topics related to low Reynolds number hydrodynamics and the statistical physics of particulate media. Specifics include the kinetics of phase transitions in soft matter and the time-varying deformation of colloidal dispersions, glasses and gels. Staff 10.960[J] Seminar in Polymers and Soft Matter
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(Same subject as 3.903[J]) Prereq: None Units: 2-0-0 [P/D/F] Lecture: W3-5 (56-114)
A series of seminars covering a broad spectrum of topics in polymer science and engineering, featuring both on- and off-campus speakers. A. Alexander-Katz No textbook information available 10.961 Seminar in Advanced Air Pollution Research
(, ) Not offered regularly; consult department Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
Research seminars, presented by students engaged in thesis work in the field of air pollution. Particular emphasis given to atmospheric chemistry, mathematical modeling, and policy analysis. Staff 10.962 Seminar in Molecular Cell Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: TR9.30-11 (16-220)
Weekly seminar with discussion of ongoing research and relevant literature by graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visiting scientists on issues at the interface of chemical engineering with molecular cell biology. Emphasis is on quantitative aspects of physicochemical mechanisms involved in receptor/ligand interactions, receptor signal transduction processes, receptor-mediated cell behavioral responses, and applications of these in biotechnology and medicine. D. Lauffenburger No textbook information available 10.963 Seminar in Computer-Assisted Molecular Discovery
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W12-2 (66-360)
Allows students to present their research and literature reviews to other students and staff. Topics include the use of automation and computational methods for understanding the biological, chemical, and physical properties of molecular structures, as well as the design of new functional molecules and the synthetic processes to produce them. C. Coley No textbook information available 10.964 Seminar on Transport Theory
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: M11-1 (66-360)
Research seminars presented by students and guest speakers on mathematical modeling of transport phenomena, focusing on electrochemical systems, electrokinetics, and microfluidics. M. Bazant No textbook information available 10.965 Seminar in Biosystems Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T9-11 (76-258)
Advanced topics on the state-of-the-art in design and implementation of analytical processes for biological systems, including single-cell analysis, micro/nanotechnologies, systems biology, biomanufacturing, and process engineering. Seminars and discussions guided by the research interests of participating graduate students, postdoctoral associates, faculty, and visiting lecturers. C. Love No textbook information available 10.966 Seminar in Drug Delivery, Biomaterials, and Tissue Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: MF1.30 (76-659)
Focuses on presentations by students and staff on current research in the area of drug delivery, biomaterials, and tissue engineering. Includes topics such as nanotherapeutics, intracellular delivery, and therapies for diabetes. D. Anderson No textbook information available 10.967 Seminar in Protein-Polymer Materials Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: F9-11 (66-360)
Research seminar covers topics on protein-based polymeric materials. Specific topics include bioelectronic materials, protein-polymer hybrids, and nanostructured proteins and polymers. B. Olsen No textbook information available 10.968 Seminar in Biomolecular Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T2-4 (E17-517)
Covers research progress in the area of design, testing and mechanistic investigation of novel molecular systems for biotechnological applications. H. Sikes No textbook information available 10.969 Molecular Engineering Seminar
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W2-4 (E17-517)
Seminar allows students to present their research to other students and staff. Research topics include molecular simulations techniques and applications, and molecular engineering of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical processes and formulations. B. Trout No textbook information available 10.970 Seminar in Molecular Computation
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W12-2 (E17-517)
Seminar allows students to present their research to other students and staff. The research topics include computational chemistry techniques, kinetics, and catalysis. Focus is on molecular-level understanding of chemical change. W. Green No textbook information available 10.971 Seminar in Fluid Mechanics and Transport Phenomena
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R EVE (4-6 PM) (E17-517)
Seminar series on current research on Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid mechanics and transport phenomena, and applications to materials processing. Seminars given by guest speakers and research students. P. S. Doyle No textbook information available 10.972 Biochemical Engineering Research Seminar
(, ) Not offered regularly; consult department Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
Seminar allows students to present their research programs to other students and staff. The research topics include fermentation and enzyme technology, mammalian and animal cell cultivation, and biological product separation. Staff 10.973 Bioengineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] TBA.
Seminar covering topics related to current research in the application of chemical engineering principles to biomedical science and biotechnology. C. Colton No textbook information available 10.974 Seminar in Chemical Engineering Nanotechnology
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T EVE (4-6 PM) (66-110)
Seminar covering topics related to current research in the application of chemical engineering principles to nanotechnology. Limited to 30. M. Strano No textbook information available 10.975 Seminar in Polymer Science and Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T12-2 (76-559, E17-517)
Research seminars, presented by students engaged in thesis work in the field of polymers and by visiting lecturers from industry and academia. Fall: P. T. Hammond, G. C. Rutledge Spring: P. T. Hammond, G. C. Rutledge No required or recommended textbooks 10.976 Process Design, Operations, and Control
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R4-5.30 (66-319)
Seminars on the state of the art in design, operations, and control of processing systems, with emphasis on computer-based tools. Discussions guided by the research interests of participating students. Topics include mathematical and numerical techniques, representational methodologies, and software development. P. Barton No textbook information available 10.977 Seminar in Electrocatalysis
(, ) Not offered regularly; consult department Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
Seminar held every week, with presentations by graduate students and postdoctoral researchers on topics related to the molecular engineering of electrocatalysts. Emphasis on correlating atomic-level understanding of surfaces, their interactions with adsorbates, and the resulting impact on catalytic mechanisms. Staff 10.978 Seminar in Advanced Materials for Energy Applications
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: F12-2 (66-319)
Students, postdocs, and visitors to present their work on synthesis, design, and characterization of polymeric and inorganic materials for applications related to membrane and adsorption-based separations. Z. Smith No textbook information available 10.979 Seminar in Biological Soft Matter
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T EVE (6-7.30 PM) (66-319)
Students, postdocs, and visitors present their work on understanding and designing soft materials and complex fluids related to human health and medical applications. Both experimental and modeling approaches are discussed, covering topics such as macromolecular transport, microhydrodynamics, biomechanics, microfluidics, and microphysiological systems. Fall: Q. M. Qi IAP: Q. M. Qi Spring: Q. M. Qi Summer: Q. M. Qi No textbook information available 10.981 Seminar in Colloid and Interface Science
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T3-5 (VIRTUAL)
Review of current topics in colloid and interface science. Topics include statistical mechanics and thermodynamics of micellar solutions, self-assembling systems, and microemulsions; solubilization of simple ions, amino acids, and proteins in reversed micelles; enzymatic reactions in reversed micelles; phase equilibria in colloidal systems; interfacial phenomena in colloidal systems; biomedical aspects of colloidal systems. D. Blankschtein No textbook information available 10.982 Seminar in Experimental Colloid and Surface Chemistry
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T EVE (4-6 PM) (66-360)
In-depth discussion of fundamental physical relationships underlying techniques commonly used in the study of colloids and surfaces with a focus on recent advances and experimental applications. Topics have included the application of steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopies, infrared spectroscopy, and scanning probe microscopies. T. Hatton No textbook information available 10.983 Reactive Processing and Microfabricated Chemical Systems
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W EVE (4-6 PM) (66-360)
Advanced topics in synthesis of materials through processes involving transport phenomena and chemical reactions. Chemical vapor deposition, modeling, and experimental approaches to kinetics of gas phase and surface reactions, transport phenomena in complex systems, materials synthesis, and materials characterization. Design fabrication and applications of microfabricated chemical systems. Seminars by graduate students, postdoctoral associates, participating faculty, and visiting lecturers. K. Jensen No required or recommended textbooks 10.984 Biomedical Applications of Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] TBA.
Weekly seminar with lectures on current research by graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visiting scientists on topics related to biomedical applications of chemical engineering. Specific topics include polymeric controlled release technology, extracorporal reactor design, biomedical polymers, bioengineering aspects of pharmaceuticals, and biomaterials/tissue and cell interactions. R. Langer No textbook information available 10.985 Advanced Manufacturing Seminar
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R2-4 (E17-517)
Focuses on the state of the art in the systems engineering of materials products and materials manufacturing processes. Addresses topics such as pharmaceuticals manufacturing, polymeric drug delivery systems, and nano- and microstructured materials. Discussions guided by the research interests of participating students. Includes techniques from applied mathematics and numerical methods, multiscale systems analysis, and control theory. R. Braatz No textbook information available 10.986 Seminar in Energy Systems
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T12.30-2.30 (E19-319)
Seminar series on current research on energy systems modeling and analysis. Seminars given by guest speakers and research students. Fall: R. C. Armstrong IAP: R. C. Armstrong Spring: R. C. Armstrong Summer: R. C. Armstrong No textbook information available 10.987 Solid Thin Films and Interfaces
(, ) Not offered regularly; consult department Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
Current research topics and fundamental issues relating to the deposition and properties of solid thin films and interfaces. Emphasis on applying analytical techniques, such as solid-state NMR, to explore the thermodynamics and kinetics of growth, defect formation, and structural modification incurred during film growth and post processing. Staff 10.988 Seminar in Immune Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R1-3 (NE46-1025)
Students, postdocs, and visitors present their work on the discovery of protein drugs and the engineering of immune responses to advance human health and enhance fundamental knowledge of immune systems. Experimental and computational methods are discussed, covering topics such as antibodies, T cell receptors, vaccines, protein therapeutics, infectious diseases, autoimmune mechanisms, and cancer treatments. Fall: B. DeKosky IAP: B. DeKosky Spring: B. DeKosky Summer: B. DeKosky No textbook information available 10.989 Seminar in Biotechnology
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R12-2 (66-360)
Research seminars, presented by graduate students and visitors from industry and academia, covering a broad range of topics of current interest in biotechnology. Discussion focuses on generic questions with potential biotechnological applications and the quest for solutions through a coordinated interdisciplinary approach. G. Stephanopoulos No textbook information available 10.990 Introduction to Chemical Engineering Research
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Prereq: None Units: 2-4-0 [P/D/F] Lecture: TR2 (66-110) Lab: W3 (66-110)
Introduction to research in chemical engineering by faculty of chemical engineering department. Focus is on recent developments and research projects available to new graduate students. H. Sikes No textbook information available 10.991 Seminar in Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: MR3-4.30 (66-110)
For students working on doctoral theses. H. Sikes No textbook information available 10.992 Seminar in Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F]
For students working on doctoral theses. Staff 10.994 Molecular Bioengineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: R12-1.30 (76-261D)
Presentations and discussion by graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visiting scientists of current literature and research on the engineering of protein biopharmaceuticals. Topics include combinatorial library construction and screening strategies, antibody engineering, gene therapy, cytokine engineering, and immunotherapy engineering strategies. K. Wittrup No textbook information available 10.995 Cellular and Metabolic Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: T EVE (4-6 PM) (E17-517)
Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, visiting scientists, and guest industrial practitioners to present their own research and highlight important advances from the literature in biochemical and bioprocess engineering. Topics of interest include metabolic engineering, novel microbial pathway design and optimization, synthetic biology, and applications of molecular biology to bioprocess development. K. Prather No textbook information available 10.997 Theoretical and Computational Immunology Seminar
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: F12-2 (E25-141)
Presentations and discussions of current literature and research in theoretical and computational immunology. Topics include T cell biology, cell-cell recognition in immunology, polymers and membranes, and statistical mechanics. A. Chakraborty No textbook information available 10.998 Seminar in Crystallization Science and Technology
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Prereq: None Units: 2-0-4 [P/D/F] Lecture: W2-4 (E17-517)
Focuses on current topics related to crystallization science and technology in the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries. Discusses fundamental work on nucleation, polymorphism, impurity crystal interactions and nano-crystal formation, along with industrial applications of crystallization. A. Myerson No textbook information available 10.C01[J] Machine Learning for Molecular Engineering
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(Same subject as 3.C01[J], 20.C01[J]) (Subject meets with 3.C51[J], 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C51[J], 20.C51[J]) Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A; Coreq: 6.C01 Units: 2-0-4 Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01, 1.C51, 2.C01, 2.C51, 3.C51, 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C51, 20.C51, 22.C01, 22.C51, SCM.C51
Building on core material in 6.C01, provides an introduction to the use of machine learning to solve problems arising in the science and engineering of biology, chemistry, and materials. Equips students to design and implement machine learning approaches to challenges such as analysis of omics (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.), microscopy, spectroscopy, or crystallography data and design of new molecules and materials such as drugs, catalysts, polymer, alloys, ceramics, and proteins. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without simultaneous completion of 6.C01. R. Gomez-Bombarelli, C. Coley, E. Fraenkel, J. Davis 10.C51[J] Machine Learning for Molecular Engineering
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(Same subject as 3.C51[J], 20.C51[J]) (Subject meets with 3.C01[J], 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C01[J], 20.C01[J]) Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A; Coreq: 6.C51 Units: 2-0-4 Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01, 1.C51, 2.C01, 2.C51, 3.C01, 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C01, 20.C01, 22.C01, 22.C51, SCM.C51
Building on core material in 6.C51, provides an introduction to the use of machine learning to solve problems arising in the science and engineering of biology, chemistry, and materials. Equips students to design and implement machine learning approaches to challenges such as analysis of omics (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.), microscopy, spectroscopy, or crystallography data and design of new molecules and materials such as drugs, catalysts, polymer, alloys, ceramics, and proteins. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without simultaneous completion of 6.C51. R. Gomez-Bombarelli, C. Coley, E. Fraenkel, J. Davis 10.EPE UPOP Engineering Practice Experience
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Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject. (Offered under: 1.EPE, 2.EPE, 3.EPE, 6.EPE, 8.EPE, 10.EPE, 15.EPE, 16.EPE, 20.EPE, 22.EPE) Prereq: None Units: 0-0-1 [P/D/F] Lab: M11 (3-333) or M1 (3-442) or W11 (3-333) or W1 (3-133) or F11 (3-333) or F1 (37-212)
Provides students with skills to prepare for and excel in the world of industry. Emphasizes practical application of career theory and professional development concepts. Introduces students to relevant and timely resources for career development, provides students with tools to embark on a successful internship search, and offers networking opportunities with employers and MIT alumni. Students work in groups, led by industry mentors, to improve their resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, networking abilities, project management, and ability to give and receive feedback. Objective is for students to be able to adapt and contribute effectively to their future employment organizations. A total of two units of credit is awarded for completion of the fall and subsequent spring term offerings. Application required; consult UPOP website for more information. Fall: D. Fordell, C. Greaney Spring: D. Fordell, C. Greaney No textbook information available 10.EPW UPOP Engineering Practice Workshop
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Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject. (Offered under: 1.EPW, 2.EPW, 3.EPW, 6.EPW, 10.EPW, 16.EPW, 20.EPW, 22.EPW) Prereq: 2.EPE Units: 1-0-0 [P/D/F] TBA.
Provides sophomores across all majors with opportunities to develop and practice communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to become successful professionals in the workplace, particularly in preparation for their summer industry internship. This immersive, multi-day Team Training Workshop (TTW) is comprised of experiential learning modules focused on expanding skills in areas that employers report being most valuable in the workplace. Modules are led by MIT faculty with the help of MIT alumni and other senior industry professionals. Skills applied through creative simulations, team problem-solving challenges, oral presentations, and networking sessions with prospective employers. Enrollment limited to those in the UPOP program. Fall: C. Greaney IAP: C. Greaney Spring: C. Greaney No textbook information available 10.S28 Special Laboratory Subject in Chemical Engineering
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Laboratory subject that covers content not offered in the regular curriculum. Consult department to learn of offerings for a particular term. Enrollment limited. Staff 10.S94 Special Problems in Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged
Focuses on problem of current interest not covered in regular curriculum; topic varies from year to year. Staff 10.S95 Special Problems in Chemical Engineering
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Focuses on problem of current interest not covered in regular curriculum; topic varies from year to year. Staff 10.S96 Special Problems in Chemical Engineering
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Prereq: None Units arranged [P/D/F]
Focuses on problem of current interest not covered in regular curriculum; topic varies from year to year. IAP: H. D. Sikes Spring: H. D. Sikes 10.TAC Teaching Experience in Chemical Engineering
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