Chemistry
Physics
Faculty
Christopher C. Berndt, Professor, Ph.D., Monash University: Condensed matter physics; nuclear waste management; probabilistic risk assessment.
Clive R. Clayton, Professor, Ph.D., University of Surrey: Structure and properties of materials; thin film processing.
Michael Dudley, Professor, Ph.D., University of Warwick: Synchrotron X-ray topography; defects in single crystals.
Richard J. Gambino, Professor and Principal Research Scientist, M.S., Polytechnic Institute of New York: Magnetic thin films; magneto-optical properties.
Dilip Gersappe, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., Northwestern University: Polymer science; computational methods in materials science.
Andrew Gouldstone, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Properties of nanoscale coatings; thermal spray.
Pelagia Irene Gouma, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., University of Birmingham: Microstructural characterization of advanced materials; electron microscopy; microanalysis.
Gary P. Halada, Associate Professor, Ph.D., Stony Brook University: Surface analysis; synchroton X-ray and infrared spectroscopies; environmental remediation; molecular spectroscopy.
Herbert Herman, Professor Emeritus, Ph.D., Northwestern University: Materials engineering; surface engineering; physical metallurgy.
Xian-rong Huang, Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., Nanjing University: Synchrotron x-ray topography.
Franco P. Jona, Professor Emeritus, Ph.D., Eidgenossische Technische Hochschule: Solid-state physics; modern materials.
Devinder Mahajan, Research Professor, Ph.D., University of British Columbia: Molecular and nano metal synthesis; liquid-phase catalysis.
Miriam Rafailovich, Professor, Ph.D., Stony Brook University: Polymer surfaces and interfaces.
J. Carlos Rojo, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., Universidad Autonoma de Madrid: Crystal growth of electronic and optoelectronic materials; numerical modeling of transport phenomena.
Sanjay Sampath, Professor, Ph.D., Stony Brook University: Thermal spray technology; tribilogy; functionally graded materials.
Steven Schwartz, Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., Stanford University: Materials and device characterization with secondary ion mass spectroscopy.
Leslie L. Seigle, Professor Emeritus, D.Sc., Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Thermodynamics.
Jonathan C. Sokolov, Professor, Ph.D., Stony Brook University: Polymer surfaces and interfaces.
Albert Tobin, Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., Columbia University: Composites and ceramics.
David Welch, Adjunct Professor, Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania: Kinetics of diffusion; energetics; crystal lattice defects; radiation effects.
Henry White, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., Stony Brook University: Polymer nanocomposites; materials processing.
Affiliated Faculty
Benjamin Chu, Chemistry
Adjunct Faculty
Estimated number: 20
Teaching Assistants
Estimated number: 20
Major in
Chemical & Molecular Engineering
Department of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Chairperson: Michael Dudley
Undergraduate Program Directors: Miriam Rafailovich and Devinder Mahajan
Administrative Assistant: Gertha Benoit-Hollis
Office: Engineering 314
Phone: (631) 632-8484
E-mail: devinder.mahajan@stonybrook.edu or mrafailovich@ms.cc.sunysb.edu
Web Address: coming soon
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering offers two majors leading to the Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree, Engineering Science (see entry in the alphabetical listings of Approved Majors, Minors and Programs) and Chemical and Molecular Engineering. The program in Chemical and Molecular Engineering is designed to meet the expanding demand for chemical engineers in the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries for food, health products, and cosmetics in the New York region. It emphasizes engineering at the molecular level rather than traditional large-scale process engineering. In a rigorous cross-disciplinary environment, the program provides students with knowledge in the basic physical sciences, mathematical techniques, and computational modeling tools that form the foundation of modern chemical and molecular engineering. A broad spectrum of courses prepares students to assimilate and apply their knowledge creatively to solve complex problems involving not only scientific but also ethical and moral considerations, and utilizing effective communication skills for working in an interdisciplinary team. Employment opportunities for graduates of the program include high-technology industries and institutions that are engaged in research and advanced manufacturing related to nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, future fuels, waste management, and the synthesis of new materials.
Acceptance into the Major in Chemical and Molecular Engineering
Freshman and transfer applicants who have specified their interest in the major in chemical and molecular engineering may be accepted directly into the major upon admission to the University. Applicants admitted to the University but not immediately accepted into the chemical and molecular engineering major may apply for acceptance at any time during the academic year by contacting the director of the undergraduate program. Priority for admission is given to those students who have:
- completed AMS 151, PHY 131/133 and CHE 131/133 (or their equivalents),
- earned a g.p.a. of 3.00 in these mathematics, physics, and chemistry courses with not more than one grade of C or lower, and
- received completed course evaluations for all transferred courses that are to be used to meet requirements of the major.
Requirements for the Major in Chemical and Molecular Engineering (CME)
The curriculum begins with a focus on mathematics, physics, and chemistry followed by courses covering specific chemical engineering topics as well as an intensive laboratory sequence. In addition, each student chooses a four-course sequence as an area of specialization and completes the curriculum with a year-long capstone course in process engineering and design that integrates the knowledge acquired in the sciences, engineering, and communication.
Completion of the major requires approximately 112 credits.
- Mathematics
- AMS 151, 161 Applied Calculus I, II
- AMS 261 or MAT 203 or MAT 205 Calculus III
- AMS 361 or MAT 303 or MAT 305 Calculus IV
- Note: The following alternate calculus course sequences may be substituted for AMS 151, 161:
- MAT 131, MAT 132
- MAT 125, 126, 127
- MAT 141, 142
- CHE 131, 132 General Chemistry I, II
- CHE 133, 134 General Chemistry Laboratory I, II
- CHE 321, 322 Organic Chemistry I, II
- CHE 383, 384 Introductory and Intermediate Synthetic and Spectroscopic Laboratory Techniques
- PHY 131, 132 Classical Physics I, II
- PHY 133, 134 Classical Physics Laboratory I, II
- PHY 251 Modern Physics and PHY 252 Modern Physics Laboratory,
or ESG 281 Introduction to the Solid State
- Note: The following alternate physics course sequences may be substituted for PHY 131/133, 132/134:
- PHY 125, 126, 127
- PHY 141, 142
one of the following:
- ESG 111 Programming for Engineers
- MEC 112 Practical C/C++ for Scientists and Engineers
- MEC 111 Computer Science for Engineering
- ESE 124 Computer Techniques for Electronic Design
- ESG 332 Materials Science I: Structure and Property of Materials
- CME 101 Introduction to Chemical and Molecular Engineering
- CME 304, 314 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I and II
- CME 312 Material and Energy Balance
- CME 315 Numerical Methods for Chemical Analysis
or CME 327 Molecular Modeling - CME 318 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics
- CME 322 Chemical Engineering Heat and Mass Transfer
- CME 323 Reaction Engineering and Chemical Kinetics
- CME 401, 402 Separation Technologies I and II
- CME 310, 320, 410, 420 Chemical Engineering Laboratory I, II, III, IV
- CME 440, 441 Process Engineering and Design I and II
Chemical and Molecular Engineering students must choose from one of the six specializations offered. Each specialization requires the completion of four technical elective courses.
All degree candidates must demonstrate skill in written English at a level acceptable for engineering majors. All chemical and molecular engineering students must complete the writing course CME 300 concurrently with CME 310. The quality of writing in technical reports submitted for CME 310 is evaluated, and students whose writing does not meet the required standard are referred for remedial help. Satisfactory writing warrants an S grade for CME 300, thereby satisfying the requirement.
- Grading
- Pharmacology
- BIO 361, 362 Biochemistry I, II
- BCP 401 Principles of Pharmacology
- BCP 402 Advanced Pharmacology
- Materials Science
- ESG 333 Materials Science II: Electronic Properties
- ESM 334 Materials Engineering
- ESM 335 Mechanical Properties of Materials
- ESM 336 Electronic Materials
- Polymer Science
- ESM 369 Polymers
- CHE 344 Spectroscopy of Organic Compounds
- ESM 370 Polymer Synthesis
- ESM 371 Polymer Processing
- Business Management and Technology Transfer
- BUS 210 Financial Accounting
- EST 392 Engineering and Managerial Economics
- EST 393 Production and Operations Analysis
- EST 421 Starting the High-Technology Venture
- Environmental Sensing and Compliance
- ATM 397 Air Pollution and its Control
- MAR 308 Principles of Instrumental Analysis
- MAR 334 Remote Sensing of the Environment
- MAR 391 Environmental Policy
- Nuclear and Chemical Hazard Detection and Prevention
- BIO 202 Fundamentals of Biology: Molecular and Cellular Biology
- MAR/BCP 394 Environmental Toxicology and Public Health
- CHE 361, 362 Nuclear Chemistry and Laboratory
- EST/POL 411 Science, Technology, and Arms Control
or EST 412 Intelligence Organizations, Technology, and Democracy
All courses taken to satisfy requirements 1-6 above must be taken for a letter grade of C or higher.
Specializations
Students must complete four courses in a chosen specialization. (In some cases, there is also a pre- or corequisite course attached to one of the courses.) In consultation with a faculty advisor, students select their area of specialization before registering for the first semester of the junior year and not later than upon earning 57 credits. Students are urged to meet regularly with their advisors regarding completion of the course requirements for the chosen specialization. Other courses may be used towards this requirement with the prior permission of the undergraduate program director.
Ensures a sound background in pharmacology coupled with a foundation in chemical process control, distillation, and molecular modeling for students interested in pursing a career in the food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical industries or in medical instrumentation.
Provides a foundation in properties of materials, engineering mechanics, and electronic materials for students interested in computer-related industries, nanotechnology and electronics.
Provides a foundation in the properties of polymers, spectroscopy of organic compounds, polymer synthesis, and polymer processing for students interested in pursuing research in major laboratories or in academia.
Provides a foundation in financial accounting and management science for students who plan to pursue a career in the business administration in the high-technology industry or in patent law.
Provides a background in environmental studies enabling student to apply their knowledge of molecular chemistry to air pollution and control, environmental remediation, waste disposal, and compliance with OSHA safety standards in industry.
Prepares students to address societal issues related to nuclear, chemical, and biological hazard detection, chemical and radioactive waste disposal, and compliance with OSHA standards for safety and security.
Sample Course Sequence for the
Chemical and Molecular Engineering Major
Freshman Year
| Fall | credits | Spring | credits |
| CME 101 | 3 | AMS 161 | 3 |
| AMS 151 | 3 | CHE 132, 134 | 5 |
| CHE 131, 133 | 5 | PHY 131, 133 | 4 |
| ESG 111 | 3 | WRT 102 or DEC | 3 |
| WRT 101 or 102 | 3 |  | |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
Sophomore Year
| Fall | credits | Spring | credits |
| AMS 261 | 4 | AMS 361 | 4 |
| CHE 321 | 3 | CHE 322 | 3 |
| CHE 383 | 2 | CHE 384 | 3 |
| PHY 132, 134 | 4 | CHE 301 | 4 |
| ESG 332 | 4 | CME 304 | 3 |
| Total | 17 | Total | 17 |
| Fall | credits | Spring | credits |
| CME 312 | 3 | CME 323 | 3 |
| CME 310, 300 | 2, 0 | CME 320 | 2 |
| CME 318 | 3 | CME 322 | 3 |
| CME 314 | 3 | D.E.C. | 3 |
| CME 315 or D.E.C.* | 3 | CME 327 or D.E.C.* | 3 |
| Specialization course 1 | 3 | Specialization course 2 | 3 |
| Total | 17 | Total | 17 |
Senior Year
| Fall | credits | Spring | credits |
| CME 401 | 3 | CME 402 | 3 |
| CME 410 | 3 | CME 420 | 3 |
| CME 440 | 3 | CME 441 | 3 |
| Specialization course 3 | 3 | Specialization course 4 | 3 |
| D.E.C. | 3 | D.E.C. | 3 |
| D.E.C. | 3 | D.E.C. | 3 |
| Total | 15-18 | Total | 18 |
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