CHEME

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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, conductors, and semiconductors. Quantum and statistical mechanics for classical thermodynamics - 1st and 2nd laws, phase equilibrium, chemical equilibrium, and heat pumps. Devising rate equations for chemical reactor design from experiment and theory - kinetic theory of gases and transition state theory.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

An introduction to modern biology including aspects of biochemistry and molecular and cellular biology intended for students with no significant background in this area. An emphasis on practical applications of this knowledge in a variety of settings including the production of industrial enzymes, pharmaceuticals, and biologics.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Studies the first and second laws and their consequences for chemical systems. Covers thermodynamic properties of pure fluids, solids, and mixtures; phase and chemical reaction equilibrium; heat effects in batch and flow processes; and power cycles and refrigeration.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Fundamentals of heat and mass transfer. Macroscopic and microscopic balances. Applications to problems involving conduction, convection, and diffusion.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 and packed columns for distillation, gas absorption/stripping, and liquid-liquid extraction; batch separation by selective adsorption on solids; continuous separation by selective permeation through membranes; and choosing among separation options.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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2

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2

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 engineering spanning three modules: (1) Synthetic Biology, which will include DNA recombinant technology, design of primers, vectors genetically modified organisms, and modeling genetic circuits; (2) Gene-editing, which will center around CRISPR-Cas technologies, and gene therapy approaches; and (3) Protein and immune engineering: structure determination, mass spectrometry, protein purification, therapeutic protein design, antibody-based drugs, and vaccines. Each module will consist of an overview of molecular-level tools used in these areas and the methods to evaluate and predict their effects. We will discuss the underlying principles of these techniques, how to interpret representative data, limitations of current approaches, and engineering challenges for the development of new and improved methods. Each module will also consist of a laboratory component.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces the fundamental concepts of nuclear science and engineering, including nuclear structure, radioactivity, nuclear reactions and the interaction of neutrons, charged particles, x-rays and gamma-rays with matter. Discusses the neutron chain reaction and its control in the core of a fission reactor. Different reactor designs are introduced and discussed along with their safety features. Other topics include radiation shielding and aspects of the nuclear fuel cycle, including isotope separation, fuel reprocessing, waste disposal and sustainability

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Topics include derivation of conservation equations; conductive and convective heat transfer; low Reynolds number fluid dynamics; lubrication theory; inviscid fluid dynamics; boundary layer theory; non-Newtonian fluid mechanics (polymeric liquids and suspensions); surface tension; and stability analysis, and turbulent flow.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

With the growing focus on renewable energy and electrification of transport for climate control, electrochemical engineering will play an increasingly critical role in enabling such a paradigm shift. This course introduces fundamentals of electrochemical conversion and storage including an introduction on electrochemical cells, characteristics of electrochemical reactions and Faraday’s law as well as basic principles on cell potential and thermodynamics, electrochemical kinetics, and ionic mass transport. Students will also learn about standard electroanalytical techniques and applications of electrochemical engineering with particular focus on batteries. In addition to lecture-style classes, the course will engage the students in critical reading, presentation, and discussion of relevant research publications in energy storage systems providing them a holistic view of the current state of the field.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

This is the fall semester course in a two-semester capstone design sequence that combines chemical engineering design with a research component. Students apply core chemical engineering principles to solve open-ended problems using advanced research methods, process simulation, systems engineering, and economic analysis, culminating in a comprehensive technical project. Design I introduces essential tools and methodologies for project execution and professional growth, while the spring semester focuses on team-based design, iterative optimization, and professional practice. Projects may focus on traditional process design or research-driven investigations using experimental, computational, or hybrid approaches.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 air pollutants, atmospheric dispersion modeling, and the regulatory frameworks that shape emission control strategies. Students will explore trends in pollution measurement and control technologies, with a focus on stationary sources such as industrial facilities and power plants. For undergraduate students, this course builds foundational skills in transport phenomena, systems analysis, and environmental decision-making that are essential for careers in industry, consulting, and government. For graduate students, this courses also emphasizes systems thinking, technical leadership, and environmental decision-making.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

This course will cover the physical principles governing the molecular basis of life and its use in biotechnologies. Emphasis will be placed on deconstructing biological phenomena from a quantitative perspective of reaction kinetics principles. Specific topics will include protein-ligand binding, enzymatic reactions, gene expression, receptor trafficking, and biomolecular networks. The course will systematically develop and apply mechanistic models of biomolecular rate processes to study complex biological phenomena.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Dynamics of micro-and nano-particles, which contain many molecules but are small enough that molecular effects are important. Topics include: the formation and growth of particles; their transport, rheological and phase behaviors; and their role in technologies including paints, foods, health-care products, drug delivery, composite materials and air pollution control.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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, with applications in health, biotechnology, and sustainability. Topics include genetic circuits, modular design principles, and emerging technologies such as cell-free systems. Through case studies and hands-on activities, students will gain insight into how synthetic biology is shaping the future of science and engineering. This course is ideal for students from diverse backgrounds seeking a gateway into this rapidly evolving field.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 to solve open-ended problems through the application of cutting-edge research methods, process simulation, systems engineering, and economic analysis, culminating in a comprehensive technical design project. Projects may focus on traditional process design, product design, or on research-driven investigations that require experimental, computational, or hybrid approaches. Some teams will engage company sponsors for key process/product data and design constraints. Students will develop teamwork skills and professional communication skills through weekly presentations of their work culminating in a final presentation to a panel of internal and external appraisers.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

Edition

2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

A quantitative finance course that enables scientists and engineers to make quantitative financial decisions in corporate and wealth management contexts. We'll use tools from engineering, statistics, artificial intelligence (AI), data science (DS), and machine learning (ML) to model, analyze, and ultimately optimize financial systems and financial decision-making. The material from this course can be applied to traditional economic and engineering fields while simultaneously providing a core set of tools for students interested in entrepreneurship or opportunities in the financial and consulting industries.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

3

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3

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces essential process engineering and lean tools used by leading companies to improve the design and performance of new and existing processes. Clearly defined problem statements with stakeholders, targeted data analysis, and effective implementation of solutions will be discussed. The following tools and principles, with a Lean philosophy overlay, will be covered: process mapping, data collection and analysis, standard operating setpoints, audits, training, change control, experiment planning, materials and tooling control, measurement and calibration systems, maintenance management, gap analysis, cycle time content and balance, lead-time assessment and management, quality performance analysis and remediation, sustainable control measures, demand/takt time analysis and relation to demonstrated equipment/process capacity, and process stability assessment. Six sigma tools will also be introduced. Effective use of these tools enables engineers to drive towards consistent process capability and improved cycle time, quality, lead time, and cost.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Engineering practice increasingly relies on computational tools and data analysis approaches. The course introduces computational thinking into engineering analysis. Integrates data science and statistics, linear algebra, artificial intelligence, and mathematical modeling approaches into the context of contemporary problems in the design and analysis of processes, products, and systems. Focuses on paradigms, not syntax. Use of the Julia programming language and its associated toolchain to transition from idea to implementation. In addition, cloud computing resources for course materials, assignments, and projects. Weekly labs provide guided hands-on practice. Course assignments use data sets and examples from industrial practice to develop fluency and understanding of real-life problems.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

4

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4

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Principles of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena applied to microchemical and microfluidic systems. Applications in distributed chemical production, portable power, micromixing, separations, and chemical and biological sensing and analysis. Fabrication approaches (contrasted with microelectronics), transport phenomena at small dimensions, modeling challenges, system integration, case studies.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course is offered by six Departments at Cornell, in collaboration with five Universities in China and India. Video conferencing will be used to connect classrooms in the three countries in real time. Important issues related to the food, energy, and water nexus and its implications for nutrition security, one health, environmental sustainability,climate change, and economic development in the US, China, India, and other countries will be described. Challenges associated with these issues will be evaluated and strategies to address them will be proposed. Engagement of these countries with each other and the rest of the world will be explored. The course serves as a platform for students from Cornell, China, and India to learn from and interact with each other in the same class, and to share their thinking, creativity, and perspectives on these issues.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Research or studies on special problems in chemical engineering.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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7

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course

Edition

2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

6

Credits (max)

12

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

The development of professional skills and their application to a project-based working environment for students in the Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) program in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. Students will focus on developing their management, communication and presentation skills, project management skills, networking, innovative mindset, early phase market interpretation as it applies to new products/processes, self-awareness, working as a team and managing conflict. A focus on basic finance skills which enable scientists and engineers to make quantitative financial decisions in corporate and wealth management contexts. The material from this course can be applied to traditional economic and engineering fields while simultaneously providing a core set of tools for students interested in entrepreneurship or opportunities in the financial and consulting industries.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 basic constituents can be arranged into a vast range of microstructures that determine their macroscopic material properties. This course will explore this broad material space, identify unifying scientific ideas, and explore practical strategies for their design. A top-down approach, which emphasizes their macroscopic behavior, will be combined with a bottom-up approach, that describes their microscopic structure and dynamics.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 units receiving higher priority. PSM will be broken down into smaller, manageable pieces that can be developed and implemented in a logical sequence. Industry standard structure, covering the various aspects that define PSM, will be followed.

Subject

CHEME

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2

Credits (max)

2

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

With the growing focus on renewable energy and electrification of transport for climate control, electrochemical engineering will play an increasingly critical role in enabling such a paradigm shift. This course introduces fundamentals of electrochemical conversion and storage including an introduction on electrochemical cells, characteristics of electrochemical reactions and Faraday's law as well as basic principles on cell potential and thermodynamics, electrochemical kinetics, and ionic mass transport. Students will also learn about standard electroanalytical techniques and applications of electrochemical engineering with particular focus on batteries. In addition to lecture-style classes, the course will engage the students in critical reading, presentation, and discussion of relevant research publications in energy storage systems providing them a holistic view of the current state of the field.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

3

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3

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Course develops a foundational understanding of the glassy state and nature of the glass transition. Introduces phenomenology, chemistry and structure of key oxide glass families, with an emphasis on silicate glasses and the interaction of oxide components. Recent advances in glass relaxation and the implications of the statistical nature of glass structure are also discussed. Contemporary and emerging applications in optical communication, displays, and electronics packaging are explored within the context of key optical, mechanical and thermal properties. Students will gain an understanding of modern glass theory, familiarity with glass technology, and practical know-how of a glass power user.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 taken from the following application areas: biopharmaceuticals, biofuels, biomedical technologies, foods, and environmental processes.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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, with applications in health, biotechnology, and sustainability. Topics include genetic circuits, modular design principles, and emerging technologies such as cell-free systems. Through case studies and hands-on activities, students will gain insight into how synthetic biology is shaping the future of science and engineering. This course is ideal for students from diverse backgrounds seeking a gateway into this rapidly evolving field.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

This course provides immersive, hands-on experience in the design, operation, and analysis of bioprocesses. Students will engage in laboratory-based projects that integrate upstream and downstream processing, bioprocess control, and data-driven optimization. Emphasis is placed on translating biological and engineering principles into scalable solutions for biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and sustainable manufacturing. Through team-based experiments, real-world case studies, and exposure to industry-standard tools, students will develop practical skills and critical thinking essential for careers in bioprocess engineering. This course is ideal for students seeking to bridge theory with practice in a dynamic, application-focused setting.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Chemical products range from specialty chemicals, biologic based products, to electromechanical devices that perform chemical transformations. This course integrates the steps of chemical product design from brainstorming and concept selection through design and manufacturing while recognizing the overlap with Lean operating principles. Students will be taught house of quality, robust design, failure modes and effects analysis. Other topics include multi-generational product planning, FMEA, sustainability and product life-cycle analysis, basic economic evaluations, process mapping, cycle time content and balance, lead-time assessment and management, quality performance analysis and remediation, entrepreneurship and new business development, as well as patents, and intellectual property. Case studies will illustrate concepts.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 chemical processing.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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9

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

A quantitative finance course that enables scientists and engineers to make quantitative financial decisions in corporate and wealth management contexts. We'll use tools from engineering, statistics, artificial intelligence (AI), data science (DS), and machine learning (ML) to model, analyze, and ultimately optimize financial systems and financial decision-making. The material from this course can be applied to traditional economic and engineering fields while simultaneously providing a core set of tools for students interested in entrepreneurship or opportunities in the financial and consulting industries. Course assignments will be completed using LaTeX.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

An introduction into Lean base process design and operations management based on the Toyota Production System model (Lean). A deeper dive into the specific focus points of effective and clear process design, effective problem solving along with managerial expectations will be investigated and discussed. Tools/principles such as process mapping, data collection and analysis, gap analysis, cycle time content and balance, lead-time assessment and management, quality performance analysis and remediation, sustainable control measures, demand/takt time analysis and relation to demonstrated equipment/process capacity, process stability assessment, six sigma will be covered in detail. These tools will drive towards effective observation and analysis of process performance so that relevant and impactful process improvements related to cycle time, quality, lead time, and cost can be achieved. Content of delivery is supported through business case analyses and class discussion/debate by the students along with hands-on team activities throughout the semester in order to link theory with some level of practical outcomes. Industrial examples will also be linked to the theory throughout the class as case studies or videos. Guest speakers may be included where possible to link theory with practice.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

This course emphasizes entrepreneurial driven technology designs (forward engineering) by integrating mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering through the understanding of early stage product development complexities. These complexities include staging invention and innovation via the critical selection of materials, assessing product mechanics and processes for final product function, performance, reliability, cost and technical marketability. Students will attend lectures, participate in establishing a Tech Startup integrated into the Johnson School MBA mentoring program, attend startup design reviews, give a series of individual/group presentations, and write a startup issue paper.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Statistical analysis of experimental data and processes, and the design of experiments are increasingly critical in both research and industrial environments. The course will review the fundamentals of probability and statistics, common probability distribution functions, data analysis and model parameter estimation, including characterization of sources of error and uncertainty, least-squares fitting, parameter correlation, as well as formal design of experiments (DOE) methodology.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Decision-making is essential to almost everything facet of life. However, are you making the best possible decisions? This course introduces quantitative decision-making tools and strategies that will give students a framework to make the best possible decisions in life, love, and finance. Students will be introduced to concepts such as utility maximization using personalized happiness functions. Students will also be introduced to modern machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches to decision-making, such as Markov Decisions Processes (MDP), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Imitation Learning (IL), and Multiagent decision-making tools and methods.

Subject

CHEME

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3

Credits (max)

3

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Credits

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Introduces essential process engineering and lean tools used by leading companies to improve the design and performance of new and existing processes. Clearly defined problem statements with stakeholders, targeted data analysis, and effective implementation of solutions will be discussed. The following tools and principles, with a Lean philosophy overlay, will be covered: process mapping, data collection and analysis, standard operating setpoints, audits, training, change control, experiment planning, materials and tooling control, measurement and calibration systems, maintenance management, gap analysis, cycle time content and balance, lead-time assessment and management, quality performance analysis and remediation, sustainable control measures, demand/takt time analysis and relation to demonstrated equipment/process capacity, and process stability assessment. Six sigma tools will also be introduced. Effective use of these tools enables engineers to drive towards consistent process capability and improved cycle time, quality, lead time, and cost.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Engineering practice increasingly relies on computational tools and data analysis approaches. The course introduces computational thinking into engineering analysis. Integrates data science and statistics, linear algebra, artificial intelligence, and mathematical modeling approaches into the context of contemporary problems in the design and analysis of processes, products, and systems. Focuses on paradigms, not syntax. Use of the Julia programming language and its associated toolchain to transition from idea to implementation. In addition, cloud computing resources for course materials, assignments, and projects. Weekly labs provide guided hands-on practice. Course assignments use data sets and examples from industrial practice to develop fluency and understanding of real-life problems.

Subject

CHEME

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

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 its theoretical foundations in the context of engineering practice. Topics include regularized linear models, boosting, kernel methods, deep learning approaches, generative modeling tools, decision-making in stochastic systems, and reinforcement learning approaches.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

Source

catalog.cornell.edu

Energy Seminars will explore energy-related topics of emerging, contemporary and historical interest. An abbreviated list of subjects explored in the seminars includes: global energy resources, energy generation technologies (present and future), energy storage options, environmental impacts and climate change mitigation, energy policy, and energy delivery economics and systems. Seminar speakers will be distinguished practicing engineers and executives from industry and government as well as faculty members from several departments at Cornell, and other academic institutions. Students from any department in Engineering or the Physical Sciences should find these talks informative.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

Edition

2026-2027

Catalog

2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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, energy generation technologies (present and future), energy storage options, environmental impacts and climate change mitigation, energy policy, and energy delivery economics and systems. Seminar speakers will be distinguished practicing engineers and executives from industry and government as well as faculty members from several departments at Cornell, and other academic institutions.

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CHEME

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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Nonthesis research or studies on special problems in chemical engineering.

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CHEME

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1

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9

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Techniques covered include mathematical modeling, scaling, dimensional analysis, regular and singular perturbations, multiple scales, asymptotic analysis, stability analysis, linear and nonlinear ordinary and partial differential equations, numerical methods for initial and boundary value problems, finite Fourier transform method, and introduction to finite element analysis.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Molecular thermodynamics of gases, lattices, and liquids, including special applications to problems in chemical engineering.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Builds foundational knowledge of transport phenomena to provide conceptional and mathematical tools to address research topics in chemical and biomolecular engineering. Significant use will be made of primary literature from biological, materials, energy, and sustainability contexts to motivate and illustrate concepts.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Topics include derivation of conservation equations; conductive heat transfer; low Reynolds number fluid dynamics; lubrication theory; inviscid fluid dynamics; boundary layer theory; forced convection; and introduction to non-Newtonian fluid mechanics (polymeric liquids and suspensions), microfluidics, stability analysis, and turbulent flow.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Application of engineering design principles to problems in drug formulation and delivery. Specific topics include traditional drug formulation, mechanisms and kinetics of pharmaceutical stability, stimuli-sensitive systems, controlled-release devices, prodrugs, targeted drug delivery, transdermal drug delivery, biomaterials, and gene therapy.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Topics include microscopic and macroscopic viewpoints; connections between phenomenological chemical kinetics and molecular reaction dynamics; reaction cross sections, potential energy surfaces, and dynamics of biomolecular collisions; molecular beam scattering; transition state theory. Unimolecular reaction dynamics; complex chemically reacting systems: reactor stability, multiple steady states, oscillations, and bifurcation; reactions in heterogeneous media; and free-radical mechanisms in combustion and pyrolysis.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course will cover the physical principles governing the molecular basis of life and its use in biotechnologies. Emphasis will be placed on deconstructing biological phenomena from a quantitative perspective of reaction kinetics principles. Specific topics will include protein-ligand binding, enzymatic reactions, gene expression, receptor trafficking, and biomolecular networks. The course will systematically develop and apply mechanistic models of biomolecular rate processes to study complex biological phenomena.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Dynamics of micro-and nano-particles, which contain many molecules but are small enough that molecular effects are important. Topics include: the formation and growth of particles; their transport, rheological and phase behaviors; and their role in technologies including paints, foods, health-care products, drug delivery, composite materials and air pollution control.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 air pollutants, atmospheric dispersion modeling, and the regulatory frameworks that shape emission control strategies. Students will explore trends in pollution measurement and control technologies, with a focus on stationary sources such as industrial facilities and power plants. For undergraduate students, this course builds foundational skills in transport phenomena, systems analysis, and environmental decision-making that are essential for careers in industry, consulting, and government. For graduate students, this courses also emphasizes systems thinking, technical leadership, and environmental decision-making.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Integrates quantitative methods of engineering analysis and life-cycle/technoeconomic assessment to make informed energy choices in a contemporary sustainability context. Fundamental principles of thermodynamics, transport, and reaction kinetics applied to representative energy supply and end-use technologies. Topics include resource assessment, energy extraction/capture, conversion, distribution, storage, consumption, and end use, environmental, social, and economic consequences, local to global scales. This course will prepare students to employ engineering and economic tools and techniques to analyze large and small energy projects and make effective recommendations for selecting energy technology options. The course will also cover energy systems, markets, innovation, and policy, with a focus on the aspects required to support comprehensive, quantitative energy project analysis.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 will introduce students to issues and challenges in utilizing biomass feedstocks to produce bioenergy, biofuels and/or other products. The focus will be on converting biomass feedstocks to bioenergy using a variety of thermochemical processes. Case study material will include biomass feedstock cultivation and harvesting, processing and conversion technologies, co-products, and environmental and economic impacts over their full life cycle. The course will culminate in a final project in which students will use Life Cycle Assessment to measure the energetic viability and environmental performance.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 provides a comprehensive overview of solar energy conversion technologies. Major themes range from fundamental (nuts and bolts) solid-state concepts and operating principles of photovoltaics to manufacturing of cells and modules, balance of system aspects, and perspectives on second- and third-generation photovoltaic technologies. The module also summarizes solar thermal power technologies including passive and active solar heating, concentrated solar power plants.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 and cogeneration applications. It also discusses shallow and deep geothermal reservoir thermal modeling. Technical economic and environmental aspects of large scale geothermal deployment will be covered.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660. An overview of water and wind energy resources and technology both on and off shore. Emphasis will be placed on water power from conventional impoundment dams and run of river resources to pumped hydro, wave energy, and tidal basin systems. Covering water resource assessment, basic fundamentals of hydrokinetic energy capture, hydro turbine technology, designs and performance, wave power energy recovery systems, siting issues and environmental impacts, and cost estimates and projections.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 covering transportation energy systems. Focuses on understanding the link between transportation demand and energy consumption and on how to build a path for a conversion to sustainable energy sources. Covers engineering systems tools for analyzing the interactions among the transportation, economic, energy, and environmental systems. Analytical tools from transportation economics and engineering will be covered to assess the energy consumption and environmental effects of long-term projects over complex, large-scale transportation systems.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 covering fossil fuels.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy technology module of CHEME 6660 will provide a description of the operation of nuclear fission power plants in their several manifestations and the fuel cycle associated with them. Their benefits and reasons why they are cause for concern will be described. Topics will include the principles of reactor operation and control, reactor safety features (natural and engineered), normal and abnormal operation, spent fuel safety and nuclear waste disposal, etc. Advanced reactors now runder construction and to be constructed in the near and more distant future will be discussed.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Energy regulation, public interest, and the challenge of the social license are the main topics of this offering. This course will review the nature of energy regulation using the lens of government policy oversight, legal responsibilities, investment incentives, and the role of the public regulatory process in ensuring reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible infrastructure development matched to technological innovation within North America.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 renewable energy sources (e.g., solar and wind) is critically dependent on technological advances in energy storage. The infrastructure used to store chemical, electrical, and thermal energy is extensive, multiscale, and capital intensive. Coverage in this module includes thermal energy storage, and electrical energy storage and conversion. Technologies evaluated include fuel cells, batteries, compressed air energy storage (CAES), pumped hydro, supercapacitors and flywheels.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 other energy modules offered. Specific projects should include, to the extent possible, a quantitative discussion of resource assessment, energy extraction/capture, conversion, distribution, storage, and consumption; environmental and economic consequences spanning local to global scales.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course is offered by six Departments at Cornell, in collaboration with five Universities in China and one India. Video conferencing will be used to connect classrooms in the three countries in real time. Important issues related to the food, energy, and water nexus and its implications for nutrition security, one health, environmental sustainability, climate change, and economic development in the US and these two countries will be described. Challenges associated with these issues will be evaluated and strategies to address them will be proposed. Engagement of these countries with each other and the rest of the world will be explored. The course serves as a platform for students from Cornell, China, and India to learn from and interact with each other in the same class, and to share their thinking, creativity, and perspectives on these issues.

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CHEME

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3

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Systems optimization modeling, computation, and applications. Includes theory and algorithms of linear, nonlinear, mixed-integer linear, mixed-integer nonlinear, and deterministic global optimization, as well as stochastic programming, robust optimization and optimization methods for big-data analytics. Real-world applications of large-scale computational optimization in process manufacturing, bioengineering, energy systems, and sustainability.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 AI for Sustainability. The course will cover a range of topics related to the use of AI and machine learning in sustainability science and engineering, including energy systems decarbonization, sustainable agriculture, climate modeling, resource optimization, and biodiversity conservation. Students will gain hands-on experience with AI/ML methodologies, tools, and software and engage in discussions on the latest advancements and applications of AI in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Subject

CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course module of CHEME 6888 focuses on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in materials science. Students will explore how AI and machine learning techniques can accelerate the design, discovery, and optimization of materials for energy storage, conversion, and sustainability. Key topics include using AI to predict material properties, enhance materials synthesis, and model complex material behaviors. The course emphasizes practical applications of deep learning models in materials science, featuring hands-on projects and case studies from recent research. Students will also discuss the challenges and opportunities of applying AI to advance innovations in materials science.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course focuses on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to energy systems over four weeks. Students will explore how AI techniques can optimize the performance of energy and power systems, with a particular focus on sustainable energy systems and renewable energy transition. Key topics include the optimization of energy generation, distribution, storage, and consumption. Specific case studies will cover topics such as optimizing solar and wind energy integration into the grid, improving battery storage management for renewable energy, and enhancing energy efficiency in smart grids. The course will also highlight AI applications in balancing supply and demand for renewable energy systems.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course focuses on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the digital transformation of agriculture. Students will explore how AI techniques are applied to optimize and automate agricultural systems, improve productivity, and enhance sustainability. The course covers a broad range of topics, including AI-driven crop management, precision farming, livestock monitoring, and data analytics for sustainable agriculture. Case studies on AI applications in plant and animal production systems, as well as food supply chains, will provide practical insights into the future of farming. Students will engage in discussions on the ethical, social, and economic implications of AI in agriculture, while hands-on projects will offer experience in applying AI tools to real-world agricultural challenges.

Subject

CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course covers the basic concepts, models and algorithms of Bayesian learning, classification, regression, dimension reduction, clustering, density estimation, artificial neural networks, deep learning, and reinforcement learning. Application and methodology topics include process monitoring, fault diagnosis, preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, soft sensing, quality control, machine learning for process optimization, data-driven decision making under uncertainty, missing data imputation, data de-noising, and anomaly/outlier detection.

Subject

CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course provides a comprehensive overview of deep learning, covering basic concepts, models, algorithms, and applications. Topics include artificial neural networks, training techniques, convolutional neural networks, recurrent neural networks, generative deep learning, deep reinforcement learning, and deep learning hardware and software. Recent advances in deep learning, such as graph neural networks, attention, Transformer, ViT, BERT, and GPT, will also be discussed. The course explores deep learning-based applications in optimization, sensing, control, and automation, and in AI for Science, including molecular design, material discovery, and pharmaceutical development.

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CHEME

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4

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4

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

A colloquium/discussion group series for first-year graduate students. Topics include the culture and responsibilities of graduate research and the professional community; the mechanics of conducting research (experimental design, data analysis, serendipity in research, avoiding self-deception), documenting research (lab notebooks, computer files) and reporting research (writing a technical paper and oral presentations).

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CHEME

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1

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1

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This course develops fundamental communication, coaching, mentorship and leadership skills for PhD students. It is designed specifically for PhD mentors in the Ezra's Bridge program; however, the course is appropriate for all PhD students who wish to be more effective lab members and leaders.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

This graduate-level course is designed to introduce students to discipline-based education research (DBER) methods. DBER is unique from other social science traditions as it is defined by its deep integration of disciplinary content and expert knowledge. The course will include a survey of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches, as well as their assumptions, trade-offs, and limitations, and research applications in various disciplines. Students will learn to design and critique DBER studies aligned with quality standards. The course includes readings, discussions, and projects to apply learnings.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

Intended for graduate students (and others) interested in developing their skills as educators, mentors, and advisors as part of their future careers in engineering or related fields. It includes discussion and practice of effective learning design techniques and assessments, an overview of current education research and discussions, an introduction to assets-based approaches to designing learning experiences and opportunities to practice design-based approaches to creating learning experiences.

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CHEME

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3

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3

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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 feedback on the quality of the presentation and research will be submitted by attendees.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

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

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CHEME

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3

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3

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu

General chemical engineering seminar.

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CHEME

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1

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1

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course

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2026-2027

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2026-2027 Catalog

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catalog.cornell.edu