CBE 311 covers the thermodynamics of mixtures, focusing on phase equilibria and complex reaction systems.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course is described as difficult, with derivation-heavy lectures and tricky homework problems requiring Excel or Matlab. Exams are considered fair, and reviewers note that ample practice problems are provided to aid preparation.
CBE 440 covers the structure and properties of metallic and nonmetallic materials, focusing on the interrelations between chemical bonding, structure, and material behavior.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews describe the workload as low, with one instructor assigning less homework than the department standard and the course rated as easy.
CBE 562 covers specialized topics in chemical engineering for majors.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Homeworks require 8-10 hours each, which reviewers consider excessive for a survey course. Exams are described as hard and niche, with no practice problems or study guides provided to help prepare.
CBE 710 applies thermodynamic principles to equations of state, non-ideal solutions, and complex equilibria.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Reid Van Lehn: The course content is described as challenging, requiring students to actively engage with provided lecture notes and attend office hours to succeed.