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205.11 Chemical and Materials Engineering

Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering

W7-002 ECERF

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2V4

E-mail: chemmat@ualberta.ca

www.engineering.ualberta.ca/cme

205.11.1 General Information

    The Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering offers facilities for advanced training and research leading to the Master of Engineering, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Chemical Engineering and in Materials Engineering. The MEng degree is intended primarily for part-time students who are working in industry, but can also be taken by full-time students.

    General fields for research in chemical engineering include fluid mechanics and rheology; reaction kinetics and catalysis; mass transfer and separation processes; heat transfer; thermodynamics, hydrocarbon P-V-T and phase equilibrium studies; polymer reactor engineering; computer process control; dynamic simulation; biotechnology, mathematical modelling and environmental engineering. Many research programs are oriented toward better utilization of natural resources in the province, e.g., upgrading of Athabasca bitumen and heavy oil feedstocks; processing of natural gas; pulp and paper processing.

    Active research areas in materials engineering include mineral processing; coal preparation; modelling and simulation; intelligent processing of materials and solidification processing; hydrometallurgy; pyrometallurgy; high temperature electrochemistry; corrosion; physical and mechanical metallurgy; process metallurgy; welding metallurgy; powder metallurgy; ancient materials; ceramic materials; and electronic materials.

    Many research projects are industrially applied, and supported by industry. In some cases research can be carried out at the supporting company. Details of current research projects are available from the Department office.

Entrance Requirements

    The Department's minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an average of 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work (or graduate work) at the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution, and a TOEFL score of 580 paper-based or 92 internet-based with at least 20 per section, or an equivalent approved English language examination where applicable (see §203.2.4). The Department will accept qualified applicants with degrees in other fields of engineering. Graduates with non-engineering backgrounds may be admitted under special arrangements which might involve the completion of certain undergraduate engineering courses. Applicants wishing to pursue an MEng degree must have an undergraduate degree in Engineering.

Financial Assistance

    Graduate assistantships are available for qualified students on a part-time or full-time basis, with remuneration according to the student's background and hours of service. Scholarships and fellowships are available for research in chemical engineering, materials engineering, and process control. All MSc and PhD students are guaranteed a minimum level of financial support subject to acceptable performance.

205.11.2 The Degree of MSc

    The Department offers MSc degrees in Chemical Engineering, Process Control, Materials Engineering, and Welding Engineering.

Program Requirements

    MSc programs normally consist of *12 in courses, plus ENGG 600, plus seminar attendance, research, and a thesis. Certain core course requirements apply. Details of all programs must be worked out in consultation with the Department.

    There is no language requirement for the MSc degree.

    The minimum period of residence is two four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

Length of Program

    The time required to complete the MSc program will vary according to the previous training of the applicant and the nature of the research undertaken; however, an average of 18-24 months is normally required. The maximum time permitted is four years.

205.11.3 The Degree of MEng

    The Department offers MEng degrees in Chemical Engineering, Process Control, Materials Engineering, and Welding Engineering.

Program Requirements

    For the Master of Engineering program, *24 in courses, plus ENGG 600, plus an engineering project equivalent to *3 must be completed. The courses are of the same type and calibre as those taken by the MSc and PhD candidates. Certain core course requirements apply. The project may be completed within a four to six week period following the regular Fall/Winter term. Work on the project may be conducted within the University environment or outside in industry; however, approval and supervision will remain with the student's supervisor. Students interested in the MEng Degree in Welding Engineering should consult with the department for details. All MEng programs must be approved by the department.

    There is no language requirement for the MEng degree.

Length of Program

    The time required to complete the MEng program will vary according to the individual candidate and whether the student is studying full-time or part-time. An average of 12-18 months of full-time study is normally required. The maximum time permitted is six years.

205.11.4 The Degree of PhD

    The Department offers PhD degrees in Chemical Engineering, Process Control, and Materials Engineering.

Program Requirements

    For the PhD program, in addition to the requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, the Department normally requires the candidate to complete satisfactorily at least *18 in courses and ENGG 600 and attend specified seminars. Certain core course requirements apply. Details of all programs must be worked out in consultation with the Department.

    There is no language requirement for the PhD degree.

    The minimum period of residence is two academic years of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

Length of Program

    The time required to complete the PhD program will vary according to the individual candidate and whether the PhD program follows the attainment of the BSc or the MSc degree. In the former case at least four years are usually required to complete the program. The maximum time permitted is six years.

205.11.5 Graduate Courses

    Graduate courses can be found in §231, Course Listings, under the following subject headings:

    Chemical Engineering (CH E)

    Materials Engineering (MATE)

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