PSE 201Pulping and Papermaking Technology3
Acad Writing Research (p. 2) 4 Economics Elective (p. 2) 3
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Courses
PSE
25 courses with the subject PSE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PSE 211Pulp and Paper Internship ()1
Experience in the pulp and paper industry. Problem solving in an industrial setting to gain insight of pulp and paper technology. Written report required. Engineering ethics discussed in light of the work experience. Typically offered in Fall only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSE 201
PSE 212Paper Properties4
GEP Health and Exercise Studies (https://catalog.ncsu.edu/ 1 undergraduate/gep-category-requirements/gep-health-exercise- studies/)
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 220From Papyrus to Advanced Functional Materials
The Power of Paper in Society
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 293Independent Study in Paper Science & Engineering (1-6
credit hours) Independent Study for Paper Science & Engineering students at the freshman and sophomore level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Summer only Paper Science Engineering (PSE) 1
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 294Independent Study in Paper Science & Engineering (1-6
credit hours) Independent Study for Paper Science & Engineering students at the freshman and sophomore level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Summer only
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 295Special Topics in Paper Science & Engineering (1-3
hours) Special Topics in Paper Science & Engineering at the 200 level for offering courses on an experimental basis. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 322Wet End and Polymer Chemistry1
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 332Wood and Pulping Chemistry ()3
Introduction to carbohydrate chemistry focusing on the structure and reactivity of wood polysaccharides, hemicelluloses and cellulose and on the chemical structure of lignins and wood extractives. Special emphasis on the chemical reaction of wood components occurring in pulping and bleaching processes. CH 224/228 Typically offered in Spring only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- CH 221/225 and CH 222/226 and CH 223/227 and
PSE 335Principles of Green Chemistry4
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 4
- Credits (max)
- 4
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 355Pulp and Paper Unit Processes I
GEP Requirement (https://catalog.ncsu.edu/undergraduate/gep- category-requirements/)
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 360Pulp and Paper Unit Processes II ()3
Application of chemical engineering principles to the analysis of pulp and paper unit processes. Emphasis on practical problems in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, mass transfer and thermodynamics. Problem solution techniques include hand calculationand computer simulation tools. Typically offered in Spring only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSE 201, PSE 355 or CHE 311
PSE 370Pulp and Paper Products and Markets ()3
Major product sectors for pulp and paper. Market outlook and analysis. Critical fiber, pulp, finished product requirements and properties. Special emphasis on packaging grades and emerging markets. Technology intelligence and techno-economic tools to identify and address challenges related to selected pulp and paper products. Laboratory session used for research and development of selected products. better Typically offered in Spring only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSE 201 with a C- or better and PSE 212 with a C- or
PSE 371Pulping Process Analysis3
3 SMT 109 Introduction to Sustainable Packaging 3 3 SMT 207 Principles of Sustainable Product 2 3 Development Lecture 3 SMT 217 Principles of Sustainable Product 1 ry 3 Development Laboratory 3 Hours 16 3 Third Year
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 415Paper Industry Strategic Project Analysis ()3
Design problems in process and project engineering are analyzed from strategic, economic, and business perspectives. Typical pulp and paper processes are computer modeled and analyzed with regard to feasibility and profitability. Specific capital projects are assessed for capital requirements, total installed cost, operating costs, payback, and cash flow. Traditional business concepts are presented, including: financial analysis; capital allocation; marketing and pricing theory; manufacturing work systems; management systems; leadership; what "good" looks like. Senior Standing. Typically offered in Fall only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 416Process Design and Analysis ()3
Design, management and analysis of technical projects. Emphasis on concepts and techniques used in economic analysis of projects. Use of computer simulation for process design and cost analyses. Team projects to analyze cost and operating feasibility of proposed major mill modification. Written and oral presentations required throughout the semester. Typically offered in Spring only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSE 415 and PSE 417
PSE 417Modeling & Simulation of Pulp & Paper
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 425Bioenergy & Biomaterials Engineering ()3
This course acquaints students with the basic science, terminology, technology, economic concepts, and engineering concepts associated with the conversion of biomass into energy and materials. Topics include: biomass types and properties; biochemical platforms; thermochemical platforms; unit operations; the biorefinery; biocomposites. Some design content is included. Targeted to engineering students with a suitable background (PSE, CHE, BAE). CHE Majors: CHE 312 and CHE 316; For BAE Majors: MAE 201 and BAE 402 Typically offered in Fall only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- For PSE Majors: (MAE 201 or CHE 316) and PSE 360; For
PSE 465Process Engineering ()3
Advanced use of process engineering tools in process design, improvement and operation. Particular emphasis is placed on pulp and paper industry. Topics include basic statistics, Lean Six Sigma/DMAIC methodology, statistical software, measurement system analysis, process mapping/value stream mapping, statistical process and quality control, control charts, process capability analysis, hypothesis testing, design of experiments, Excel modeling, and big data analysis. An independent project is required, which can lead to Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt trained status. Typically offered in Spring only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- Senior standing in PSE or SMT
PSE 472Paper Process Analysis
GEP Requirement (https://catalog.ncsu.edu/undergraduate/gep- category-requirements/) GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives (https://catalog.ncsu.edu/ undergraduate/gep-category-requirements/gep-interdisciplinary- perspectives/)
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 475Process Control in Pulp and Paper ()3
Overview of the various aspects of control including process modeling, design of control loops and stability analysis in pulp and paper. Emphasis on distributed digital control (DDC), including hands-on programming and control loop development on aDDC computer. Typically offered in Fall only PSE 476/FB 576/PSE 576/FB 476 Environmental Life Cycle Analysis (3 credit hours) Overview of the various aspects of conducting and interpreting an environmental life cycle analysis on a product or service. Students will learn how to construct a life cycle analysis goal and scope, inventory, assessment and interpretation. Skills in the critique and communication of a life cycle analysis will be developed. Includes an overview of the following life cycle stages: raw materials, energy, transportation, production, use, and end of life. Emphasis on systems thinking. Targeted for students in any science or engineering program. Credit not allowed for both PSE 476 and WPS 576. GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives Typically offered in Fall only
- Subject
- PSE
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
- Prerequisite
- Senior standing in PSE or SMT
PSE 476Environmental
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 493Independent Study in Paper Science & Engineering (1-6
credit hours) Independent Study for Paper Science & Engineering students at the advanced level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 494Independent Study in Paper Science & Engineering (1-6
credit hours) Independent Study for Paper Science & Engineering students at the advanced level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Summer only PSE 576/FB 476/PSE 476/FB 576 Environmental Life Cycle Analysis (3 credit hours) Overview of the various aspects of conducting and interpreting an environmental life cycle analysis on a product or service. Students will learn how to construct a life cycle analysis goal and scope, inventory, assessment and interpretation. Skills in the critique and communication of a life cycle analysis will be developed. Includes an overview of the following life cycle stages: raw materials, energy, transportation, production, use, and end of life. Emphasis on systems thinking. Targeted for students in any science or engineering program. Credit not allowed for both PSE 476 and WPS 576. GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives Typically offered in Fall only r Science Engineering (PSE) 3
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
PSE 576Environmental
- Subject
- PSE
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- catalog.ncsu.edu
Source: North Carolina State University at Raleigh's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61