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Courses - Fall 2025
CHBE
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Open Seats as of
05/03/2025 at 01:30 PM
CHBE491
Electrochemical Energy Engineering
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: CHBE302, CHBE440, and CHBE422.
Restriction: Permission of ENGR - Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Department.
Jointly offered with: CHBE691.
Credit only granted for: CHBE691 or CHBE491.
Introduces students to the fundamentals of electrochemical engineering, covering thermodynamics, kinetics, and transport in electrochemical cells, as well as electrode structures and electroanalytical techniques. The course will next transition to focus on electrochemical devices, including batteries, fuel cells, and other devices as guided by student input. This course will serve as a foundation for students who are interested in becoming practicing electrochemical engineers, those who would like to pursue research careers, and those who wish to become familiar with a specialized area within engineering that will have a crucial and growing importance during their careers.