BEE 6200 - Surface Chemistry of Particles in Natural and Engineered Processes

(CU-SBY)

Spring. 4 credits. Letter grades only.

Enrollment limited to: graduate students. Co-meets with BEE 4200.

L. Aristilde.

Natural particles such as clay minerals, mineral oxides, and organo-mineral composites facilitate the cycling of elements in the environment, transport and degradation of contaminants, and physico-chemical processes in environmental and chemical engineering. This course will cover the surface chemistry of these particles relevant to their role in these natural and engineered processes. The applications of chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, and molecular spectroscopy in particle characterization will be discussed.

Outcome 1: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.

Outcome 2: Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.

Outcome 3: Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.

Outcome 4: Communicate effectively.