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Ceramic EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of Science

Doctor of PhilosophyDoctor of Engineering

Today’s ceramic engineer produces materialswhich are critical to many advanced technologies:aerospace parts, automotive and environmentalcomponents, biomedical devices, glass, electrical,electronic and optical assemblies, components,refractories, structural materials, cements and otherconstruction materials.

As a ceramic engineer, you will work withinorganic nonmetallic materials which are normallyprocessed at elevated temperatures. You will applyscientific principles to the design of new formulationsand to the design of processes for their manufacture.You will conduct research on the relationshipsbetween engineering properties and the chemistryand structure of various ceramic materials. If youlike to know why materials act and react as they do,then ceramic engineering will interest you.

Ceramic engineering usually appeals to thosewho have a strong interest in finding practicalapplications of the basic sciences. The designconcept is at the atomic or microstructural level ofsolid materials. The UMR department of ceramicengineering specializes in the product fields of glass,electronic materials, and refractories, andemphasizes materials processing principlesapplicable to all products.

Ceramic engineering classes and laboratories areheld in McNutt Hall, although a number of researchlaboratories in other campus facilities are availableto our students. Equipment exists for X-rayinvestigation of chemistry and crystal structure, fordetection of thermally induced changes in chemistryand structure, for control of environment, and formeasuring a wide variety of optical, electronic,mechanical and thermal properties.

The Graduate Center for Materials Researchmakes additional equipment available for ceramicengineering. There will be opportunities for you towork with faculty members and graduate studentson a variety of design and research projectsinvolving materials for many applications.

Mission Statement

The mission of the department is to provide aquality comprehensive undergraduate and graduateeducation (B.S., M.S. and Ph.D.) in the modern andtraditional areas of ceramic engineering. This issupported and enhanced by research activities in labclasses and with internationally recognized facultymembers to provide an excellent learningenvironment, to train graduate students, and to

contribute to the state and nation’s technologicalresearch effort in modern applications of ceramicmaterials. A major goal is to provide industry andacademia with leaders in Ceramic Engineering whoare capable of solving the needs and problems of themodern and traditional ceramics industries. Thedepartment provides a comprehensive, forward-looking and broad-based curriculum, whichemphasizes fundamentals and practical applications,oral and written communication skills, andprofessional practice and ethics. Specifically,students who graduate from our program have ademonstrated ability to:

• Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, andengineering;

• Design and conduct experiments, as well as toanalyze and interpret data;

• Design a system, component, or process to meetdesired needs;

• Function on multi-disciplinary teams;• Identify, formulate, and solve engineering

problems;• Understand professional and ethical

responsibility;• Communicate effectively;• Understand the impact of engineering solutions

in a global/societal context;• Recognize the need for and an ability to engage

in life-long learning;• Understand the importance of contemporary

issues on the engineering profession; and,• Use the techniques, skills, and modern

engineering tools necessary for engineeringpractice.

These objectives are fundamental to those of thecampus who strive to educate leaders in the fields ofengineering and science.

FacultyProfessors:Harlan Anderson (Curators' Professor Emeritus),

Ph.D., University of California-BerkeleyRichard Brow, Ph.D., (Department Chair),

Pennsylvania State UniversityDelbert Day1 (Curators' Professor Emeritus), Ph.D.,

Pennsylvania State University (Director, MRC)Wayne Huebner, Ph.D., UMR, (Department Chair)G. Edwin Lorey (Emeritus), Ph.D., RutgersDouglas Mattox (Emeritus), Ph.D., RutgersRobert E. Moore (Emeritus), (Curators') Ph.D.,

University of Missouri-ColumbiaP. Darrell Ownby1, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Ohio StateMohamed N. Rahaman, Ph.D., Sheffield, England

Assistant Professors:William G. Fahrenholtz, Ph.D., University of

New MexicoGregory Hilmas, Ph.D., University of Michigan1Registered Professional Engineer


Bachelor of ScienceCeramic Engineering

FRESHMAN YEAR(See Freshman Engineering Program)

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 102-Atomic Structure Cryst .......................... 3Math 22-Calc w/Analy Geo III ................................. 4Physics 24-Eng Physics II ....................................... 4Cr Eng 111-Cer Mat Lab I, Char............................ 1.5Cr Eng 104-Cer in the Modern World........................ 3Econ 121-Miocroecon or122- Macroecon................... 3

18.5

Second SemesterCr Eng 103-Atomic Structure-Glass.......................... 3Cr Eng 122-Cer Mat Lab II-Rheo & Plastic.............. 1.5Electives-Hum or Soc Sci1....................................... 3Math 204-Diff Equa or Stat 320 or Stat 353 .............. 3Hist 112, Hist 175, or Hist 176, or Pol Sc 90 ............. 3Bas En 50 or Bas En 51 ........................................ 3

16.5

JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 231-Cer Proc Lab I ................................... 1.5Cr Eng 251-Phase Equilibria.................................... 3Chem 241-Physical Chemistry................................. 3Cr Eng 203-Thermal Proc in Cer .............................. 3Cr Eng 205-Eng Design Process............................... 2Chem 251-Inter Quant Analysis............................... 4

16.5

Second SemesterCr Eng 242-Cer Proc Lab II .................................. 1.5Cr Eng 259-Cer Thermo ......................................... 3Chem 243-Physical Chem ....................................... 3Physics 107-Intro to Modern Physics ........................ 3Elective-Hum or Soc Sc .......................................... 3Bas En 110-Mech of Mat........................................ 3

16.5

SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 261-Cer Eng Design Lab............................... 2Cr Eng 284-Elect Prop of Cer................................... 3Cr Eng 306-Thermo Prop & Design .......................... 3Mt Eng 204-Transport Phenomena........................... 3Elective2.............................................................. 3Cr Eng 362-Thermal/Mc/El/Op Lab........................... 1

15Second SemesterCr Eng 262-Cer Eng Design Lab............................... 2Cr Eng 315-Organic Add in Cr Proc .......................... 2English 060, 160 or Speech 85................................ 3Electives2 ............................................................ 6Stat 213 or Stat 215 or Eng Mg 385......................... 3

16Total hours: 135 hours

Note: Students who took Chem 5 must elect anadditional 3 hour chemistry course (200 level orabove) or a technical elective with approval fromyour advisor.

1 See list of requirements for engineering inhumanities and social sciences.

2 Technical electives must be selected from 200and 300 level courses with the advisor’sapproval.

3 All Ceramic Engineering students must take theFundamentals of Engineering Examination priorto graduation. A passing grade on thisexamination is not required to earn a B.S.degree, however, it is the first step towardbecoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in AssessmentRequirements found elsewhere in this catalog.Students must sign a release form giving theUniversity access to their Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination score.

Specific Degree Requirements1. Total number of hours required for a degree in

Ceramic Engineering is 134.2. The assumption is made that a student admitted

in the department has completed 35 hours credittowards graduation. The academic program ofstudents transferring from colleges outside UMRwill be decided on a case-by-case basis.

3. The department requires a total of 18 credithours of humanities and social science.

CERAMIC ENGINEERINGCOURSES

090 The Ceramic Experience [Lab 1.0] Hands-onexperience with the fun of discovery throughexperimentation in the fabrication, propertiesand applications of ceramics in the modernworld. Prerequisite: Freshman standing.

102 Atomic Structure of Crystalline Ceramics[Lect 3.0] The crystal-chemical principles usedto design and manufacture materials withspecified properties are developed and appliedto oxides, clays, silicates and other nonmetalliccompounds.

103 Atomic Structure of the Glassy State [Lect3.0] A study of the short range order ofstructure in glass, its relationship tophysical-chemical properties of glassy systems,and the application of rate processes to thephysical and electrical behavior. Prerequisite:Cr Eng 102.

104 Ceramics in the Modern World [Lect 3.0] Anintroduction to traditional and modernapplications of ceramics providing a broadoverview of all aspects of current ceramictechnology.


111 Ceramic Materials LaboratoryI-Characterization of Materials [Lab 1.5]Laboratory experience and controlleddemonstrations are provided in reducingceramic raw materials to the particulate stateand in characterizing the powders with respectto surface area, particle size, particle shape,and particle packing. Prerequisite: Sophomorestanding.

122 Ceramic Materials Laboratory II-Rheologyand Plastic Behavior [Lab 1.5] Theory ofinteractions and measurement of properties ofceramic raw materials and water, includingviscosity of Newtonian and non-Newtonianliquids, plastic limits, and binder chemistry, asrelated to slip-casting, extrusion, and pressingoperations. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 111.

202 Cooperative Training [Variable] On-the-jobexperience gained through cooperativeeducation with industry, with credit arrangedthrough departmental cooperative advisor.Grade received depends on quality of reportssubmitted at work supervisor's evaluation.

203 Thermal Processes in Ceramics [Lect 3.0]Considerations in rate controlled processes inthe fabrication of ceramics, packing ofpowders, comminution and calcination, dryingand firing of ceramic ware, polymorphictransformations, sintering, grain growth andhot pressing, relationships of fabricationtechniques to physical properties.

205 The Engineering Design Process [Lect 2.0]Introduction to elements of design processincluding strategic, planning, project,management, modeling, materials selection,engineering economics, safety, environmentalissues and ethics. Prerequisite: Juniorstanding.

231 Ceramic Processing Lab I [Lab 1.5] The firsthalf of a two-semester sequence that givesstudents practical knowledge of the methodsand techniques used in the fabrication ofceramics. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 122.

242 Ceramic Processing Lab II [Lab 1.5] Thesecond half of a two-semester sequence thatgives students practical knowledge of themethods and techniques used in the fabricationof ceramics. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 231.

251 Phase Equilibria [Lect 3.0] The study ofunary, binary and ternary inorganic, phaseequilibrium systems with examples for solvingpractical engineering problems. Prerequisite:Chem 3.

259 Ceramic Thermodynamics [Lect 3.0] Basicthermodynamic concepts are applied to thesolid state. Calculations and estimations ofthermodynamic variables and the relations to

the physical properties, crystal structure andphase equilibria diagrams are studied. Solidsolution and partial molal quantity concepts arepresented and modeled. Prerequisite: Chem241.

261 Ceramic Engineering Design Laboratory[Lab 2.0] Students working in groups of 3 or 4will be assigned a design task related to aspecific technology e.g. ceramic turbine blades,fuel cell electrodes, glass fibers, thermalinsulation etc. The first two stages will focuson product and process design, respectively.Prerequisite: Cr Eng 242.

262 Ceramic Engineering Design Lab [Lab 2.0]A continuation of Ceramic 261 with two finaltasks having to do with evaluation of thedesign, casting and safety aspects. Studentswill give individual oral reports and will submita design project paper. Prerequisite: Cr Eng261.

284 Electrical Properties of Ceramics [Lect 3.0]The application of ceramic chemistry andphysics to the development and evaluation ofthe electronic, dielectric, magnetic, and opticalproperties of materials. Emphasis is placed onthe design/application relationships which areused to develop materials. Prerequisite:Physics 107.

300 Special Problems [Variable] Problems orreadings on specific subjects or projects in thedepartment. Consent of instructor required.

301 Special Topics [Variable] This course isdesigned to give the department anopportunity to test a new course. Variable title.

306 Thermomechanical Properties and TheirUse in Design [Lect 3.0] This course will treatthe theory and testing practice related todesign for a range of thermal and mechanicalproperties of ceramic materials. Prerequisite:Bas En 110.

308 Electrical Ceramics [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]The application and design of ceramics for theelectrical industry is discussed. Particularemphasis is placed on how ceramic materialsare altered to meet the needs of a specificapplication. The laboratory acquaints thestudent with measurements which are used forelectrical property evaluation. Prerequisite: CrEng 284.

315 Organic Additives in Ceramic Processing[Lect 2.0] Basic chemistry, structure andproperties or organic additives used in theceramics industry; solvents, binders,plasticizers, dispersants. Use of organicadditives in ceramic processing. Prerequisites:Cr Eng 203 and 231.


331 Ceramic Processing [Lect 3.0] Powder,colloidal and sol-gel processing, formingmethods, drying, sintering and grain growth.Relation of processing steps to densificationand microstructure development. Prerequisite:Senior standing.

333 Microelectronic Ceramic Processing [Lect3.0] Materials, processing and design ofmicroelectronic ceramics are covered.Introduction to devices, triaxial ceramics, highaluminas, tape fabrication, metallizations, thickfilm processing and glass-to-metal seals.Prerequisites: Cr Eng 203 & 242.

362 Thermomechanical/Electrical/OpticalProperties Lab [Lab 1.0] Laboratoryconsisting of three separate modules ofexperiments for the characterization of thethermomechanical, electrical and opticalproperties of ceramics. The student will chooseone of the three modules. Prerequisite: Bas En110 or Cr Eng 284.

364 Refractories [Lect 3.0] The manufacture,properties, uses, performance, and testing ofbasic, neutral and acid refractories.

369 Glass Science and Engineering [Lect 3.0]The development, manufacturing methods,applications, and properties of flat, fiber,container, chemical, and special purposeglasses. Composition/property relationships forglasses and nucleation-crystallization processesfor glass-ceramics are also covered.Prerequisite: Cr Eng 102.

371 Dielectric and Electrical Properties ofOxides [Lect 3.0] The processes occurring ininorganic materials under the influence of anelectric field are considered from basicprinciples. Emphasis is placed on application toreal systems. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 284.

377 Principles of Engineering Materials [Lect3.0] Examination of engineering materials withemphasis on selection and application ofmaterials in industry. Particular attention isgiven to properties and applications ofmaterials in extreme temperature and chemicalenvironments. A discipline specific designproject is required. (Not a technical elective forundergraduate metallurgy or ceramic majors)(Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng 377,Physics 377, Mt Eng 377)

390 Undergraduate Research [Variable]Designed for the undergraduate student whowishes to engage in research. Not for graduatecredit. Not more than six (6) credit hoursallowed for graduation credit. Subject andcredit to be arranged with the instructor.

391 X-ray Diffraction and Fluorescence [Lect3.0] Symmetry and space groups; x-raydiffraction; reciprocal lattice; calculateddiffracted beam intensity; indexing methods;precise lattice parameters.

392 X-ray Diffraction and FluorescenceLaboratory [Lab 1.0] Qualitative andquantitative analysis by diffraction andfluorescence; high temperature studies ofexpansion and kinetics of phase formation ortransformation. Prerequisite: Preceded oraccompanied by Cr Eng 391.

Geological EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of Science


Emphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science levelin environmental protection and hazardous wastemanagement, groundwater hydrology andcontaminant transport, engineering geology andgeotechnics, petroleum, energy and naturalresources, and quarry engineering. Emphasis areaat the Master of Science level in hazardous wasteengineering and science.

Geological Engineering is the application of theprinciples of geology to the solution of problems inengineering practice. For example, geologicalengineers are responsible for the exploration anddesign of foundations, excavations, tunnels, dams,reservoirs and waste disposal sites. They also areinvolved in the exploration for ground water suppliesand for metallic ores, industrial minerals andpetroleum resources. In addition, geologicalengineers have extensive responsibilities inenvironmental protection. They are responsible forthe investigations required for the clean-up ofexisting contaminated sites and for conducting thestudies necessary to locate and design facilities toprevent future environmental contamination.

As a geological engineer, you probably will divideyour time between field, laboratory, and office work.In the field, you might examine and map the extentand structural features of rocks and soils. You maycollect samples for testing of their physical andchemical properties, or you may conduct programsfor on-site testing. In the laboratory, you mightperform direct testing of strength or permeability ororganize research programs. Office work will includethe evaluation of data computer modeling ofgeological conditions, writing of scientific reports,and participation in the planning, designing, andconstruction of engineering projects.

Since geological engineering requires abackground in both science and engineering, thecurriculum includes a well balanced program ofgeological science, basic engineering and appliedgeological engineering courses. In addition, the


program provides flexibility in the senior year so thatyou may modify the general program of study toselect a sequence of technical elective coursesspecifically related to the environmental protection,construction, mining, or petroleum industries. Inthis capacity you have the opportunity to developthe program of study that is most appropriatelyoriented toward the field of specialization that youhave chosen for your professional career.

Mission StatementIt is the mission of the Geological Engineering

program to teach integrated concepts of geology andengineering in such a manner that graduates willgraduate as competent, ethical, professionalgeological engineers. The program is designed toprovide background in geological and engineeringsciences courses in the lower division which supportthe applied analysis and design concepts coursestaught in the upper division. It is expected that thestudents will have gained the ability to identify and,through analysis and design, solve problemsresulting from the interaction of man’s activities withthe geologic environment. The curriculum isintended to blend theoretical concepts with practicalapplication, so as to offer the student a well-roundededucation, and to include sufficient discussion andproject oriented work with real-world issues toprovide the student with a thorough awareness ofthe graduate’s responsibility to society. Sincegeological engineering students are oriented towardcareers in environmental protection, socialawareness and the engineer’s responsibility to bothclient and society is strongly emphasized throughoutthe curriculum, particularly in the senior seminar anddesign courses.

FacultyProfessors:David Barr1 (Emeritus), Ph.D., PurdueJeffrey Cawlfield1 (Program Head),

(Associate Director of Freshman Engineering)Ph.D., University of California-Berkeley

C. Dale Elifrits2 (Emeritus), Ph.D., UMRJohn Rockaway2 (Emeritus), Ph.D., PurdueDon Warner (Emeritus and Dean Emeritus), Ph.D.,

California-Berkeley

Associate Professor:T.M. (Mike) Whitworth, Ph.D., PurdueJ. David Rogers2, (Karl Hasselmann Chair), Ph.D.,

California-Berkeley

Assistant Professors:Norbert Maerz1, Ph.D., University of WaterlooPaul Santi2, Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Registered Geologist

Minor in Ge Eng, contact department.

Bachelor of ScienceGeological Engineering


SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 22-Calculs w/Analytic Geometry III.................. 4Physics 24-Engineering Physics Ii ............................ 4Cmp Sc 73-Basic Scientific Programminga................. 2Cmp Sc 77-Computer Programming Laba.................. 1Ge Eng 50-Geology for Engineers ............................ 3Economics Elective ............................................... 3

17

Second SemesterMath 204-Elementary Differential Equations.............. 3Bas Eg 50 or Bas En 51-Eng Mech-Statics................. 3Ge Eng 110-Principles of Ge Eng ............................. 1Geo 125-Physical Mineralogy & Petrologyb ................ 3Ge Eng 275-Geomorphology & Terrain Analysis ......... 3Ge Eng 249-Fund of Cmp Appl in Ge Eng................. 3

16

JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditCv Eng 230-Elementary Fluid Mechanics................... 3Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials .......................... 3Hum/Soc Sc Electivec ............................................. 3Pe Eng 131-Drilling Practices & Well Completions ...... 3Ge Eng 248-Fund of Geographic Info Systems.......... 3

15

Second SemesterAdvanced Hum/Soc Sc Electivec .............................. 3Bas En 150-Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics ........... 2Geo 220-Structural Geology.................................... 4Geo 223-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation orGeo 332-Depositional Systems................................ 3Geophysics Elective ............................................... 3English 160-Technical Writing ................................ 3

18

SUMMER CreditGe Eng 373-Geologic Field Methods ......................... 3Ge Eng 374-Engineering Geologic Field Methods....... 3

6

SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditGe Eng 343-Subsurface Exploration orGeo 340-Petroleum Geology ................................... 3Ge Eng 310-Seminar........................................... 0.5Ge Eng 331-Subsurface Hydrology........................... 3Engineering Economics Electived.............................. 3Ge Eng 341-Eng Geology & Geotechnics................... 3Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics orMi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I ................................. 3

15.5


Second SemesterAdvanced Hum/Soc Sci Electivec.............................. 3Ge Eng 310-Seminar........................................... 0.5Earth Mechanics Electivee ....................................... 3Technical Electivesf ................................................ 6Ge Eng 350-Geological Engineering Design .............. 3

15.5

a Or Bas En 20, if Cmp Sc courses elected infreshman year.

b Or Geo 113 and 130.c The sequence of course selection must provide

both breadth and depth of content and mustbe selected from the list of approvedHumanities/Social Science Electives availablefrom your advisor. The department requires atotal of 18 hours of humanities and socialscience courses.

d To be selected from Cv Eng 241, Eng Mg 208 orPe Eng 257.

e Must be selected from Ge Eng 340, Ge Eng 371,Ge Eng 381, Mi Eng 231, Pe Eng 141, or CvEng 215, Cv Eng 229, Cv Eng 315.

f To be selected from advanced courses ingeological, mining, petroleum or civilengineering, geology or other courses in theSchool of Mines and Metallurgy and School ofEngineering with approval of your advisor.Must contain design content and must beselected from the list of approved TechnicalElectives available from your advisor.

g All Geological Engineering students must takethe Fundamentals of Engineering Examinationprior to graduation. A passing grade on thisexamination is not required to earn a B.S.degree, however, it is the first step towardbecoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in AssessmentRequirements found elsewhere in this catalog.Students must sign a release form giving theUniversity access to their Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination score.

h Geological engineering students must earn thegrade of “C” or better in all geologicalengineering courses to receive credit towardgraduation. The total number of credit hoursrequired for a degree in Geological Engineeringis 138. The assumption is made that a studentadmitted to the Department has completed 35hours toward graduation to fulfill therequirements of the Freshman EngineeringProgram.

Geological EngineeringEmphasis Areas

Electives are selected by the student withadvisor approval. Some appropriate electives arelisted for each emphasis area.

Environmental Protection andHazardous Waste Management

Ge Eng 335-Environmental Geological EngineeringGe Eng 337-Geological Aspects of Hazardous Waste

ManagementGe Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology and

Transport MechanicsGe Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering PracticeGe Eng 315-Statistical Methods in EnvironmentalGeology and EngineeringGe Eng 376-Mined Land ReclamationGe Eng 333-Risk Assessment in Environmental

StudiesGe Eng 339-Groundwater Remediation

Groundwater Hydrology andContaminant Transport

Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology andTransport Mechanics

Ge Eng 333-Risk Assessment in EnvironmentalStudies

Ge Eng 339-Groundwater RemediationGe Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering PracticeGe Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental

Geology and EngineeringPe Eng 341-Well Test AnalysisCv Eng 215-Elementary Soil MechanicsPe Eng 232-Well Logging

Engineering Geology andGeotechnics

Ge Eng 371-Rock EngineeringCv Eng 215-Elementary Soil MechanicsMi Eng 231-Rock MechanicsCv Eng 229-Foundation EngineeringMi Eng 308-Drilling and BlastingGe Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info SystemsGe Eng 353-Regional Geological Engineering

Problems in North AmericaGe Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental

Geology and Engineering

Petroleum, Energy and NaturalResources

Pe Eng 241-Petroleum Reservoir EngineeringMi Eng 231-Rock MechanicsGe Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info SystemsGe Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology and

Transport MechanicsGeo 341-Applied Petroleum GeologyPe Eng 232-Well Logging IPe Eng 257-Petroleum Economic ValuationPe Eng 341-Well Test Analysis


Quarry Engineering

Mi Eng 231-Rock MechanicsCv Eng 215-Soil MechanicsCv Eng 216-Construction Materials-Properties and

TestingGe Eng 371-Rock EngineeringGe Eng 376-Mined-Land ReclamationMi Eng 221-Mining ExplorationMi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives EngineeringMi Eng 308-Drilling and BlastingMi Eng 345-Strata Control

GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERINGCOURSES

050 Geology for Engineers. [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] A study of earth materials, surfacefeatures, surface and internal structures andtheir relationship to engineering works.Analysis of the agents of weathering, erosion,diastrophism and their effects on engineeringconstruction.

110 Principles of Geological Engineering [Lect1.0] Introduction to the concepts defining theapplication of geologic science to the solutionof problems in engineering practice, includingfield trips to illustrate current examples ofprofessional responsibility.

123 OSHA 40 HR Hazwopper Course [Lab 1.0]This course covers environmental health andsafety considerations required by federalregulation to work with hazardous substances.The course meets training and performancestandards for working at sites of uncontrolledhazardous waste and at sites requiringemergency response operations following therelease of hazardous substances.



235 Environmental Geoscience [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] A basic course which integrates principlesof basic geology and geologic processes withthe activities of man. Essential elements ofphysical geology and surfacial processes arecovered in lectures and laboratories, along withpresent-day environmental issues (wastedisposal, air and water quality). Prerequisite:Junior status.

236 Basic Weather [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Acourse to study basic concepts of atmosphericscience such as air masses, frontal weatherpatterns and weather forecasting. The coursealso will include topics on climate and severe

weather. Prerequisites: Physics 23, Ge Eng 50.(Co-listed with Physics 236)

248 Fundamentals of Geographic InformationSystems [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Introductionto the fundamental, concepts and componentsTechniques for acquiring, manipulating andanalyzing digital terrain data for geological andgeotechnical applications. Prerequisite: Ge Eng275.

249 Fundamentals of Computer Applications inGeological Engineering [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Applications of existing and availablesoftware packages utilizing a variety ofhardware systems for geological engineeringpurposes. Emphasis on practical utilization ofpersonal computers and network operations forgraphical analysis of geologic data, mapping ofsurface and subsurface configurations andmodeling of geologic processes. Prerequisites:Ge Eng 50, Cmp Sc 73, 77.

275 Geomorphology and Terrain Analysis [Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0] Study of geomorphicprocesses, landform development and surficalmaterials. Course content stresses theevaluation of the engineering properties ofterrain factors for site selection and design ofengineered structures. Prerequisite: Ge Eng50.



310 Seminar [Lect 0.5] Discussion of currenttopics. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

315 Statistical Methods in EnvironmentalGeology and Engineering [Lect 3.0] Study ofstatistical methods applicable to geologicinvestigations in environmental protectionstudies. Topics include design of test programsto meet regulatory guidelines, statisticalprocedures for analysis of test data andapplicable statistical techniques for comparingtest conclusions with regulatory criteria.

331 Subsurface Hydrology [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Introduction to the theory and engineeringconcepts of the movement of subsurface fluids.Properties of water and other subsurface fluids.Hydraulic characteristics of earth materials.Engineering problems related to subsurfacefluids. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 50.

333 Risk Assessment in Environmental Studies[Lect 3.0] This course will present the conceptsrequired to assess the human health andenvironmental risks resulting fromcontaminants in soil and groundwater. Coursetopics include evaluation of data sets, exposurecalculation, chemical fate and transport, anddevelopment of conceptual site models.


335 Environmental Geological Engineering[Lect 3.0] Introduction to engineering geologicmapping for site selection for solid wastedisposal facilities; landfill site selection, design,permitting, construction, operation, andcloseout/reclamation. Prerequisites: Ge Eng275, accompanied or preceded by Cv Eng 215.

337 Geological Aspects of Hazardous WasteManagement [Lect 3.0] Nature andclassification of hazardous wastes; federal andstate regulation for treatment and disposal;geological characterization of facility sites;design of impoundments, storage andcontainment facilities; ground water monitoringand protection; site permitting and licensingplanning. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275.

339 Groundwater Remediation [Lect 3.0] Asurvey of conventional and innovativetechniques for remediation of contaminatedgroundwater. Topics include groundwatercleanup standards, physico-chemical propertiesof groundwater and contaminants, fate andtransport of contaminants in the subsurface,hydrogeologic site characterization, andselection process of a remedial technology.Various computer programs developed to assistin preliminary selection and design ofremediation technologies will be used.Prerequisite: Ge Eng 331.

340 Field Operations in Ground WaterHydrology [Lect 3.0] A survey of groundwater field operations. Topics include groundwater exploration, well drilling methods, drillingfluids, well screens, water and monitoring welldesign, well development and testing, andpumps. A design project will be completed.Prerequisite: Ge Eng 331.

341 Engineering Geology and Geotechnics [Lect3.0] Study of procedures and techniques usedto evaluate geologic factors for site selectionand the design of engineered structures.Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275.

343 Subsurface Exploration [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Lectures and field and laboratory exercisesin the use of geologic and geophysicaltechniques for evaluation of subsurface geologyand resources. Prerequisites: Pe Eng 131, Geo220.

344 Remote Sensing Technology [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] Principles of digital image processingincluding image enhancement andmultispectral classification. Emphasis upondesign and implementation of remote sensingsystems and analysis of remotely sensed datafor geotechnical and environmentalinvestigations. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 248.

346 Applications of Geographic InformationSystems [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Applications ofgeographic information systems and remotesensing to environmental monitoring, mineralresource exploration and geotechnical site

evaluation. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275 orconsent of instructor.

349 Computer Applications in GeologicalEngineering [Lect 3.0] Advanced topics incomputer applications including: statisticalanalysis, geostatistical modeling, groundwaterand contaminant transport simulation,computer contouring algorithms, and digitalimage processing. Emphasis is onunderstanding the mathematical algorithmsand computer implementation as well as thepractical application to site investigation,decision making, and modeling projects.Prerequisite: Ge Eng 249.

350 Geological Engineering Design [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] Geological engineering design isan open-ended project course requiring thecollection of data, analysis and synthesis ofthat data and design of a socially acceptable,economical solution to the selected problem.Oral and written reports are required.Prerequisite: To be taken in the semesterbefore graduation.

351 Geological Engineering Case Histories[Lect 3.0] This course presents significantconcepts in geological engineering practices byusing examples from practical experience toillustrate the objectives. The examples will bedrawn from classic case histories as well as theprofessional experience of the instructor.

353 Regional Geological Engineering Problemsin North America [Lect 3.0] A physiographicapproach to engineering materials andproblems. Course emphasizes the distributionand engineering characteristics of soil and rockto construction and site problems and includesaggregates, foundations, excavations, surfaceand ground water, slope stability and arcticconditions.

371 Rock Engineering [Lect 3.0] Datarequirements for design; engineeringproperties of rock; characterization of fracturesand rock masses; stereonet analysis ofdiscontinuities; graphic analysis of failure;ground stress distribution; tunnel constructionmethods; ground support principles; selectionof tunneling equipment; and specifications forunderground construction. Prerequisite: GeEng 275.

372 Soil Science in Engineering Practice [Lect3.0] A study of the ways in which soils andgeologic conditions influence engineeredprojects. Soil formation, soil chemistry andproperties to include composition, organiccomponent, ion exchange and waterrelationships as well as erosion control andrevegetation will be covered. Prerequisite: GeEng 275.

373 Geologic Field Methods [Lab 3.0] Fieldpractice in geologic mapping and interpretatonin the Western United States using topographic


base maps and aerial photos. Emphasizes thedescription and interpretation of stratigraphicsections, sedimentary and tectonic structures.Prerequisite: Two courses in either Geology orGeological Engineering.

374 Engineering Geologic Field Methods [Lab3.0] Instruction in methods of fieldinvestigation required for engineeringgeological studies. Course will includeprocedures for interpretative mapping ofsurficial geologic conditions, sitecharacterization, and evaluation of geologichazards. Written reports are required.Prerequisite: Geo 373.

376 Mined-Land Reclamation [Lect 3.0]Permitting: the legal environment ofreclamation and environmental impactassessment; post-mining land-use selectionand mine planning for optimum reclamation ofall mines: metal, nonmetal, and coal; unitoperations of reclamation; drainage, backfill,soil replacement, revegetation, maintenance,etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50 and prerequisiteor co-requisite; one of Ge Eng 246, Cv Eng215, or Mi Eng 226. (Co-listed with Mi Eng376)

381 Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology andContaminant Transport Mechs [Lect 3.0] Astudy of the physical/chemical properties ofrocks and sediments in the subsurfaceenvironment. Emphasis is put on waterrockproperties such as permeability, capillarity, andmechanical dispersion. Both microscopic andmacroscopic approaches are used.Prerequisites: Cv Eng 230 & Ge Eng 331.


Geology &Geophysics

Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Emphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science level ingeochemistry, geology, geophysics, groundwater andenvironmental geology, and petroleum geology.

As a student in the department of geology andgeophysics you may become involved in studies on:plate tectonics (how movement of the Earth’s crustal

plates have formed mountain ranges and oceans),adsorption of pollutants by soils, plant fossils inancient rivers and deltas, identification of oreminerals with microscopes and the significance ofthis to industrial problems, exploration of oil and gasusing seismic reflection, detecting subsurfacestructures using shallow seismic refraction andground penetrating radar, pollution problemsassociated with capped oil wells, examining theproducts of ancient volcanic explosions, how hotgroundwater deposited metal ores in ancient rocks.You may even find yourself snorkeling over a coralreef in the Caribbean Sea.

Geology is the study of the history, composition,and structure of Earth and other planetary bodies.Geophysics is the integration of geology withphysics, mathematics, and computer science to thestudy of Earth and other planets. Geochemistry isthe application of chemistry to the study of thecomposition of Earth and other planets. Traditionallygeologists, geophysicists, and geochemists havebeen involved in the exploration for and productionof resources such as metals and petroleum. Inrecent years, however, these scientists have becomeincreasingly involved in the identification andsolution of environmental problems such asgroundwater pollution, and geological hazards suchas the risk of earthquakes in regions of seismicactivity.

Courses are the same for all undergraduatestudents in geology and geophysics during their firsttwo years. This course work emphasizes a strongbackground in chemistry, physics, mathematics andcomputer science, as well as course work in thehumanities and social sciences. Students begin totake more specialized courses pertaining to theirarea of emphasis in their junior and continuing intotheir senior year. All geology and geophysicsstudents are required to complete a five weeksummer field course which is taught in Utah andArizona. This course is usually taken between thestudent’s junior and senior year.

As a professional geologist or geophysicists youmay explore for oil, gas, and coal to help provide forour nation’s energy needs. You may search forminerals to supply various metals critical to keep thewheels of industry turning. You may becomeinvolved in identifying sources of water pollution ordetermining the best ways to dispose of nuclearwaste. In all cases, you will have the opportunity towork out-of-doors as well as in the laboratory. Veryfew geological scientists ever regret the kind of workthat they do.

Suggested programs of study are presented forthe following emphasis areas in Geology andGeophysics (General Geology, Geophysics, Ground-water and Environmental Geology, Geochemistry,and Petroleum Geology). Students are commonlydrawn to Geology and Geophysics by a desire toexplore a topic, that is for many, a personal passion.We have students investigating their world andbeyond in areas as diverse as planetary geology,


evolution of life, volcanology, development of caves,deposition of ore minerals, creation of mountainsystems, the beauty of minerals, to name but a few.The numerous elective courses offered by theGeology and Geophysics department, as well ascourses outside the department, provide our majors,with the guidance of their advisor, the flexibility tocustom design emphasis areas of their choice,focusing in on aspects of the Earth Sciences that areof most interest to them. In this way we ensure ourmajors develop a broad strong understanding in thefundamentals of our diverse discipline whilepreserving this important opportunity to developtheir own passion for Geology and Geophysics.

The earth sciences have been an integral part ofUMR since its founding more than a century ago.Our very active student organizations in geology andgeophysics are among the oldest in the nation andinclude the Dake Society, American Association ofPetroleum Geologists, Society of ExplorationGeophysicists, and the Sigma Gamma Epsilon (EtaChapter) honor society. These organizations providethe opportunity for social and scientific interactionbetween students, professional in industry, andfaculty.

The department of geology and geophysics islocated in the new V. H. McNutt Hall and it isespecially well endowed with modern, state-of-the-art equipment for teaching and research in mostareas of the geological sciences. The availability ofsuch equipment provides our students with anexcellent laboratory and field educational experience.In addition to the department’s facilities, other earthscience related facilities located in Rolla include theMissouri Geological Survey and the U.S. GeologicalSurvey mid-continent mapping division. Cooperativeprograms with these agencies provide students withopportunities for part time employment and on-the-job experience.

MISSION STATEMENT

1. Provide a high-quality education to studentsfrom the state of Missouri, the nation, andabroad. The department provides educationleading to the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees inGeology and Geophysics. The departmentprovides an education for students who wish toenter the professional fields in five emphasisareas: 1)geology, 2)geophysics 3)geochemistry,4)groundwater and environmental geology, and5)petroleum geology 6)service courses forstudents in related departments (includinggeological engineering, mining engineering,petroleum engineering, metallurgicalengineering, ceramic engineering, civilengineering, physics, and chemistry) as well asmany of the departments in the humanities andliberal arts.

2. Engage in research that contributes to thesolution of problems of fundamental, applied,

and “importance to mankind” nature in the areasof geology, geophysics, geochemistry, ground-water and environmental geology, and petroleumgeology, economic geology, magmatism andcrustal evolution. The department has both theopportunity and the mission, because of thestrong emphasis on engineering and research inthe School of Mines and Metallurgy, tocollaborate in projects that transcend thetraditional boundaries between the Departmentof Geology and Geophysics and otherdepartments. The department also has theopportunity and the mission, because of itslocation in Rolla, to collaborate in research withgeologists in the Rolla offices of the UnitedStates Geological Survey and the MissouriGeological Survey. Similarly, collaboration withthe geology faculty at UMC and UMKC has beena very active and desirable aspect of ourmission. Collaboration with universities outsideMissouri has included Maine, Virginia Tech, andOklahoma.

3. Provide graduates to the mining, petroleum,groundwater, and environmental industries; tothe Missouri Geological Survey, Rolla offices ofthe National Mapping and Water ResourcesDivision of the U.S. Geological Survey, and tomany companies, for example, Doe RunCompany in Viburnum, Missouri, Harbison-Walker (RHI) in Fulton, Missouri, EnvironmentalProtection Agency in Kansas City, Burns &McDonnell, Kansas City, McLaren Hart, St. Louis,and many others.

4. Provide professional service in the fields ofgeology, geophysics, geochemistry, andgroundwater and environmental geology. Suchservice includes the identification of minerals,rocks, and fossils that are sent to thedepartment, the provision of professionalexpertise in the areas of geology, geophysics,geochemistry, and groundwater and environ-mental geology to the public, contributing to thedevelopment and operation of professionalorganizations, and, when called upon, assistinglocal and state agencies with the evaluation ofgeological problems.

5. Provide a strong foundation in fundamentalsprinciples of geology and geophysics forundergraduate students who desire to pursueopportunities for advanced research in the topgraduate schools across the United States.About 70% of our graduates have continuedtheir education in graduate programs, includingArizona State, Auburn, California-Berkeley,Colorado, Colorado School of Mines, Delaware,Georgetown, Kansas, MIT, Mississippi, Michigan,Michigan State, Oklahoma, Stanford, VPI, andWashington.

The department’s expertise and activities makesUMR one of the leading research universities in theUnited States in the study of the geochemistry and


mineralogy of nuclear waste disposal, high-resolutiongeophysical characterization for environmental andhighway-related problems, 3D seismic applications topetroleum exploration, genesis of Mississippi Valley-type ore deposits, applications of cathodo-luminescence petrography to studies of ore genesis,evolution of petroleum reservoirs, the role ofmagmatism in the thermal and compositionalevolution of the lithosphere, the chemical andmicrostructural composition of ceramic andmetallurgical materials, ore microscopic studies ofmineral deposits, and process mineralogy studies ofindustrial problems. It provides the only programsin Missouri in geophysics with an emphasis uponexploration and environmental applications and inpalynostratigraphy. The department has providedstrong programs in economic geology and appliedgeophysics for many years.

FacultyProfessors:Neil L. Anderson3, Ph.D., CalgarySheldon Grant (Emeritus), Ph.D., UtahJay Gregg3 (Department Chair), Ph.D.,

Michigan StateRichard Hagni2,3, (Curators' Professor Emeritus),

Ph.D., University of Missouri-ColumbiaGeza Kisvarsanyi (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of

Missouri-RollaRobert Laudon2,3 Ph.D., University of Texas @ AustinGerald Rupert (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of

Missouri-RollaAlfred Spreng2,3 (Emeritus), Ph.D., Wisconsin

Associate Professors:Estella A. Atekwana, Ph.D., Dalhousie UniversityFrancisca Oboh-Ikuenobe3, Ph.D., CambridgeRichard Rechtien (Emeritus), Ph.D.,

Washington UniversityAssistant Professors:Steven J. Cardimona, Ph.D.,

University of Texas @ AustinJohn P. Hogan, Ph.D., Virginia Poly Tech.David J. Wronkiewicz, Ph.D., New Mexico Institute of

Mining and Technology

Adjunct Professors:John Burst, Ph.D., University of Missouri-RollaWaldemar M. Dressel, B.S., Mining Engineering,

University of Missouri-Rolla w/Geology emphasisCharles Robertson, M.A.,

University of Missouri-ColumbiaJames E. Vandike, M.S., South Dakota

School of MinesJames H. Williams, Ph.D.,

University of Missouri-Rolla

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Certified Professional Geologist3 Registered Geologist

Bachelor of ScienceGeology and Geophysics

FRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 8-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry I .................... 5English 20-Exposition and Argumentation................. 3History 112,175,176 or Pol Sc 90 ............................ 3Geo 51-Physical Geology ........................................ 4Chem 4-Intro to Lab Safety ................................... 1

16

Second SemesterMath 21-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry II ................. 5Chem 1-General Chemistry..................................... 4Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab............................... 1Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth ................................. 4Elective1 (Phys Ed,Music,etc.) ................................ 1

15

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III ................ 4Chem 3-General Chemistry..................................... 3Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography..................... 4Econ 121-Prin of Micro or 122-Prin of Macro.............. 3English Literature Elective ..................................... 3

17

Second SemesterStat 215-Engineering Statistics2 .............................. 3Geo 130-Petrology................................................. 4Geop 381-Global Tectonics ..................................... 3Hum/Soc Sci Elective ............................................. 3Cmp Sc 53,71 or 73 & 77 (program language) ....... 3

16JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPhysics 23-Engineering Physics I3 ............................ 4Geo 223-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation .................... 3Geo 224-Stratigraphy lab ....................................... 1Elective (Science & Eng)4........................................ 3Hum/Soc Sci Elective ............................................. 3Elective (Geo & Geop)5.......................................... 3

17

Second SemesterPhysics 24-Engineering Physics II3........................... 4Geo 220-Structural Geology.................................... 4Elective (Geo & Geop)5........................................... 3Hum/Soc Sci Elective ............................................ 3

14

SUMMER OF JUNIOR YEAR CreditGeo 373-Field Geology ........................................... 3Geo 374-Advanced Field Geology ........................... 3

6


SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditEnglish 160-Technical Writing ................................. 3Elective (Science & Engineering)4 ............................ 6Elective (Geo & Geop)5........................................... 3Elective1.............................................................. 3

15

Second SemesterElectives (Science & Engineering)4........................... 9Electives (Geo & Geop)5 ......................................... 6Geo 210-Seminar ................................................. 1

1616

1 Elective hours may be taken in any combinationof credit hours (1,2,3 etc.) and can include anycourse offerings at the University.

2 Stat 213, or Ge Eng 315 may be taken instead ofStat 215.

3 Students may substitute Physics 21 and 22 forPhysics 23 and Physics 25 and 26 for Physics 24.

4 All Geology/Geophysics students, including thosetaking emphasis areas, must complete at least18 hours of course work in science (which mayinclude additional Geology/Geophysics courses),mathematics, and/or engineering in addition toGeology/Geophysics, mathematics, and sciencecourses required for the basic program. 15hours of this course work must be numbered 100or above.

5 All Geology/Geophysics students, including thosetaking emphasis areas, must complete at least15 hours of course work numbered 200 or abovein the Geology/Geophysics department, inaddition to the required Geology/Geophysicscourses. Of these courses two must be fromGeophysics 285,286,380,382,389; or one or theother of Geology 375 or 376.

Core Curriculum(Taken by all students in Geology & Geophysics.) CreditGeo 51-Physical Geology ........................................ 4Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth ................................. 4Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography..................... 4Geo 130-Petrology................................................. 4Geo 210-Seminar .................................................. 1Geo 220-Structural Geology.................................... 4Geo 223-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation .................... 3Geo 224-Stratigraphy Lab ...................................... 1Geop 381-Global Tectonics ..................................... 3Geo 373-Field Geology ........................................... 3Geo 374-Advanced Field Geology ........................... 3

Total 34

Geochemistry Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required: CreditGeo 234-Petrology & Petrography............................ 3Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry ............................... 3Geo 294-Metallic & Industrial Mineral Deposits .......... 3Geo 376-Aqueous Geochemistry............................. 3

Total 12

In addition, to complete degree requirements withan emphasis area in Groundwater and EnvironmentalGeology students must complete 4 courses (12 hoursminimum) to be selected from an approval list andwith guidance from student’s advisor.

General Geology Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required: CreditGeo 227 Systematic Paleontology ............................3Geo 275 Introduction to Geochemistry......................3Geo 234 Petrology and Petrography .........................3Geo 294 Metallic and Industrial Mineral Deposits........3Geo 340 Petroleum Geology ................................... 3

Total 15

In addition to complete degree requirements with anemphasis area in General Geology students mustcomplete 4 courses (12 hrs. minimum) to beselected from an approved list and with guidancefrom student’s advisor.

Geophysics Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required: CreditMath/Stat 204-Elementary Differential Equations .......3Math/Stat 325-Partial Differential Equations ..............3Cmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical Methods...................3Geop 286-Intro to Geophysical Data Analysis ............3Geop 382-Environmental and Eng Geophysics ...........3Geop 336-Geophysical Field Methods........................3Geop 385-Exploration and Dev Seismology .............. 3

Total 21

In addition, to complete degree requirements withan emphasis area in Geophysics students mustcomplete 2 courses (6 hrs. minimum) to be selectedfrom an approved list and with guidance fromstudent’s advisor.

Groundwater andEnvironmental GeologyEmphasis AreaThe following courses are required: CreditGeo 275 Intro to Geochemistry................................3Geo 375 Applied Geochemistry ................................3Geo 376 Aqueous Geochemistry ..............................3Ge Eng 335 Environmental Geological Eng orGe Eng 331 Subsurface Hydrology ...........................3Ge Eng 337 Geol Aspects of Haz Waste Mgt.............. 3

Total 15

In addition, to complete degree requirements withan emphasis area in Groundwater and EnvironmentalGeology students must complete 4 courses (12 hrs.minimum) to be selected from an approval list andwith guidance from student’s advisor.

Petroleum Geology Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required: CreditGeo 227-Systematic Paleontology ............................3Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry ...............................3


Geo 324-Adv Stratigraphy & Basin Evolution .............3Geo 338-Computer Mapping....................................2Geo 340-Petroleum Geology....................................3Geo 385-Exploration & Dev Seismology ....................3Pe Eng 232-Well Logging I ..................................... 3

Total 20

In addition, to complete degree requirements withan emphasis area in Petroleum Geology studentsmust complete two courses (6 hours minimum) to beselected from an approval list and with guidancefrom student’s advisor.

Minor Curriculum in GeologyThe minor will consist of 12 hours of geology in

addition to those taken to satisfy the student’s majorcurriculum. Choice of courses for the minor must beapproved by both the student’s major and minordepartments. Suggested courses:

Geo 51 (3) Geo 275(3)Geo 52 (4) Geo 294(3)Geo 113(4) Geo 324(3)Geo 220(4) Geo 373(3)Geo 223(3) Geop 380(3)Geo 254(2) Geop 382(3)

GEOLOGY COURSES

051 Physical Geology [Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0]Materials of the earth's crust, structures, andgeologic features of the surface. Laboratorystudy of common minerals and rocks, andtopographic and geologic maps. One field tripat student expense is required.

052 Evolution of the Earth [Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0]A survey of the physical and biological historyof the earth from the coalescence of the solarsystem to the present. A one day field trip atstudent expense is required. Prerequisites:Recommend Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51 or Bio 110but not required.


113 Mineralogy and Crystallography [Lect 3.0and Lab 1.0] An introduction to the study ofminerals, including their classification,crystallography, morphology, chemistry, use,occurrence, and systematic identification bymeans of their physical and chemicalproperties. Prerequisites: Chem 1 and Chem2.

125 Physical Mineralogy and Petrology [Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0] An introduction to the studyof physical mineralogy and petrology,overviewing systematic determination ofminerals and rocks by means of their physicalproperties. Includes the recognition of crystal

forms and field relationships of rocks. Coursedesigned for non-geology majors, credit willnot count towards a geology-geophysicsdegree. Prerequisites: Chem 1 and Chem 2 orChem 5; Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51

130 Petrology [Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0] A study ofthe megascopic characteristics and fieldrelationships of rocks and their use in rockhand specimens is emphasized. Prerequisite:Geo 113.



210 Seminar [Variable] Discussion of currenttopics. Required for two semesters duringsenior year.

211 Optical Mineralogy [Lab 2.0] The opticalproperties of minerals and their use in mineralidentification. The identification of mineralsusing the petrographic microscope is taughtwith emphasis on the oil immersion method.Prerequisite: Geo 113.

220 Structural Geology [Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0] Astudy of the architecture of the earth. Geologicstructures, criteria for recognition, solution ofstructural problems, and properties andbehavior of rocks under different geologicconditions are emphasized. Field trip feerequired. Prerequisite: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50.

223 Stratigraphy and Sedimentation [Lect 3.0]Principles of physical stratigraphy,bio-stratigraphy and introductory sedimen-tation. Introduction to depositional systems,facies, unconformaties, stratigraphic nomen-clature and correlation. One field trip atstudent expense is required. Prerequisite:Accompanied or preceded by Geo 130.

224 Stratigraphy Lab [Lab 1.0] This coursere-enforces the principles of stratigraphy andsedimentation through the use of "hands-on"laboratory procedures such as seive andpipette analyses, correlation problems, fencediagrams and stratigraphic maps. One field tripat student expense is required. Prerequisite:Concurrent with Geo 223.

227 Systematic Paleontology [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Introduction to the study of fossilinvertebrates. Emphasis of the course is onfossil morphology, classification, andenvironmental relationships. Prerequisite: Geo52.

234 Petrology and Petrography [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] The chemical composition,mineralogy, texture, mode of occurrence, andorigin of rocks. The laboratory deals with thestudy of rock types using the petrographic


microscope. Two field trips at student expenseare required. Prerequisite: Geo 211.

254 Map and Airphoto Interpretation [Lect 1.0and Lab 1.0] Geologic interpretation fromtopographic maps and aerial photographs, inorder to develop geologic maps, geologiccross-sections, structure contour maps, andother means of depicting geology.Prerequisites: Geo 52 and 220.

260 Methods of Karst Hydrogeology [Lect 3.0]This course is designed to familiarize geologistsand geological engineers with karsthydrogeology. It will include the formation ofkarst, aquatic geochemistry in karst areas,identifying karst features and understandingtheir hydrologic significance. The techniquesfor investigating groundwater in karst areaswill be emphasized, and will includegroundwater tracing using fluorescent dyes.Several field trips at student expense will berequired. Prerequisites: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50and Geo 223.

275 Introduction to Geochemistry [Lect 3.0]Basic principles of geochemistry and traceelement analysis. Distribution and mobility ofelements in igneous, sedimentary, andmetamorphic rocks. Prerequisites: Chem 1and 3 or Chem 8.

286 Introduction to Geophysical Data Analysis[Lect 3.0] The principles of time series andspace series data analysis, digitization andaliasing, frequency-wavenumber spectra,digital filtering, linear system theory, complexnumber spaces, vector spaces, and matrixmethods. Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 63 & 73,Physics 25, & Math 204 (or concurrentregistration).

294 Metallic and Industrial Mineral Deposits[Lect 3.0] Basic processes involved in theformation of metallic and industrial mineraldeposits illustrated by typical examples ofdeposits from throughout the world.Exploration and economic factors in mineralexploration and development are reviewed.Two all day field trips at student expenserequired. Prerequisites: Geo 51 and 113.



305 Hydrogeology [Lect 3.0] This coursediscusses geologic aspects of major surfaceand subsurface hydrologic systems of NorthAmerica. Chemical and physical relationshipsbetween groundwater and fractures, faults,karst, subsurface pressures, mineral depositsplus both contaminant and hydrocarbonmigration are discussed. Prerequisites: Ge Eng50 or Geo 51, Geo 223 recommended.

312 Ore Microscopy [Lect 1.0 and Lab 2.0] Astudy of polished sections of minerals and oresunder reflected light. Includes the preparationof polished sections, the identification of oreminerals, and the study of the textures,associations, and alterations of ore minerals.Prerequisite: Geo 113.

324 Advanced Stratigraphy and BasinEvolution [Lect 3.0] Advanced topics insedimentary geology including: tectoniccontrols on sedimentary basin development,global sequence stratigraphy, regional faciesand diagenetic patterns, basin hydrogeology,thermal evolution of basins and distribution ofeconomic resources. Prerequisites: Geo 223,220, preceded or accompanied by Geo 275recommended.

325 Advanced Physical Geology [Lect 3.0]History and materials of the Earth's crust,structures and geological features of thesurface. Study of common minerals and rocks,topographic and geologic maps, depositionalsystems, sedimentary classification systems.Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

329 Micropaleontology [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Introduction to the preparation and study ofmicroscopic fossils. Prerequisite: Geo 227.

332 Depositional Systems [Lect 3.0] Depositionalsystems and their interpretation using seismicstratigraphy. Emphasis on deltaic formations,submarine fans, carbonate depositionalenvironments and their recognition usingreflection seismic techniques. Field trip feerequired. Prerequisite: Geo 223.

338 Computer Mapping in Geology [Lect 1.0 andLab 1.0] This course teaches the basics ofcomputer gridding, contouring, digitization,volumetrics and generation of threedimensional diagrams both on the personalcomputer and on the UMR mainframe.Strengths and weaknesses of various softwarepackages, including gridding algorithms andediting packages, are compared.Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 73, Geo 51.

340 Petroleum Geology [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Principles of origin, migration, andaccumulation of oil and gas. The laboratoryintroduces the procedures used for exploration,and development of hydrocarbon resources.Prerequisite: Geo 220.

341 Applied Petroleum Geology [Lect 1.0 andLab 2.0] The principles of petroleum geologyare applied in solving hydrocarbon explorationand developmental problems. Geological andeconomical techniques for evaluatinghydrocarbonbearing reservoirs are presented,with methods for decision making underconditions of extreme uncertainty.Prerequisite: Geo 340.


345 Radioactive Waste Management andRemediation [Lect 3.0] Sources and classesof radioactive waste, long-term decay, spentfuel storage, transport, disposal options,regulatory control, materials issues, siteselection and geologic characterization,containment, design and monitoringrequirements, domestic and foreign wastedisposal programs, economic andenvironmental issues; history of disposalactions, and conduct of remedial actions andcleanup. Prerequisite: Math 204. (Co-listedwith Nu Eng 345)

373 Field Geology [Lab 3.0] Field practice ingeologic mapping and interpretation in theWestern United States using topographic basemaps and aerial photos. Emphasizes thedescription and interpretation of stratigraphicsections, sedimentary and tectonic structures.Prerequisite: Two Geology courses.

374 Advanced Field Geology [Lab 3.0] Detailedfield work in areas related to the projects ofGeology 373. Courses to be taken the samesummer. A written report on the full summer'sprojects is required. Prerequisite: Geo 373.

375 Applied Geochemistry [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Application of the principles and techniques ofgeochemistry to mineral exploration.Prerequisites: Geo 275 and Geo 113.

376 Aqueous Geochemistry [Lect 3.0] Studies ofthe interaction of water with minerals andorganic materials at low temperatures;including processes affecting the migration ofelements (alteration, precipitation, andadsorption), the influence of geochemicalprocesses on water composition, weathering,soil formation, and pollution. Prerequisite: Geo275.

383 Electrical Methods in Geophysics [Lect 3.0]The theory and instrumentation formeasurements of the electrical properties ofthe earth. Includes passive and activetechniques, the advantages and disadvantagesof the various techniques, and geologicinterpretations of electrical soundings. Severalweekends are spent making a variety ofelectrical surveys of local features.Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 321.

384 Gravity and Magnetic Methods [Lect 3.0]The theory of gravity and magnetic surveyingfor geologic bodies of economic interest.Includes methods for the calculation of sizeand depth of bodies with different degrees ofmagnetization and density. Prerequisites:Math 325 and Geop 321.

385 Exploration and Development Seismology[Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Principles of reflectionseismology as applied to the delineation ofgeologic structures and the determination ofstratigraphy and lithology. Emphasis on boththe capabilities and limitations of the seismic

method. The laboratory utilizes both modeledand actual seismic data. Prerequisites: Geo220, Geo 223 or permission of instructor.

386 Wave Propagation [Lect 3.0] A study ofHamilton's principle and energy theorems,fundamentals of plane wave theory, waves instratified fluids, elastic waves in solids,electromagnetic and hydromagnetic radiation,and Allens's functions and point sources.Prerequisites: Geop 286 and 321.

387 Acquisition of Seismic Data [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] Theory and application of theacquisition of seismic data. Determination ofrecording and energy source array responses,evaluation of energy sources, and the design ofa complete acquisition system. Prerequisite:Geop 286 and 380 or permission of instructor.


394 Coal Petrology [Lect 3.0] Formation,composition, and properties of coals.Discussion of the geology of selected coaldeposits, the analysis of coal, and the opticalidentification of coal minerals. Prerequisite:Permission of instructor.

GEOPHYSICS COURSES

201 Special Topics [Variable] This course isdesigned to give the department anopportunity to test a new course.

285 Geophysical Imaging [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]A study of the major geophysical methodsapplicable to shallow engineering andenvironmental geoscience. Topics include thebackground theory and practical application ofgravity, magnetics, radiometrics, resistivity,induced polarization, spontaneous potential,reflection and refraction seismics, groundpenetrating radar, electromagentics, andborehole logging methods. Prerequisites:Physics 24; Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51.

286 Introduction to Geophysical Data Analysis[Lect 3.0] The application of time series andspatial series analysis techniques togeophysical data. Topics covered includedigitization and aliasing of geophysical signals,frequency and wavenumber spectra, digitalfiltering and linear systems theory.Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 73 and 77, Physics 25and Math 22.




321 Potential Field Theory [Lect 3.0] Themathematics and physics of gravitational,magnetic, and electrical fields of the earth asderived from potential functions, withapplications to practical problems. Thetheorems of Laplace, Poisson, Gauss, andGreen and their applications to geophysics arepresented. Prerequisite: Accompanied orpreceded by Math 325.

336 Geophysical Field Methods [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] Imaging of selected subsurface andengineering features by various geophysicalmethods. Special emphasis on groundpenetrating radar and magnetic methods; andthe acquisition and reduction of associateddata. One field trip at student expenserequired. Prerequisite: Geop 384 or permissionof instructor.

380 Seismic Stratigraphy [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]A study of the seismic expression ofdepositional models. Reflection patterns andreflection amplitudes are interpreted todetermine bed thicknesses, fluid content,depositional environment, and lithology.Special data acquisition and processingtechniques are examined. Prerequisites: Geop385, Geo 220, 223.

381 Global Tectonics [Lect 3.0] An integratedview of the Earth's structure and dynamics withan emphasis on information gained throughgeophysical methods. Topics includeseismology, heat flow, gravity, rheological andcompositional structure, plate motions andintermotions, and mantle driving mechanismsfor plate tectonics. Prerequisites: Physics 23and 24, Geo 220.

382 Environmental and EngineeringGeophysics [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Anintroduction to the theory and application ofthe gravity, magnetic, resistivity, self-potential,induced polarization and electromagneticmethods as applied to the solution ofengineering and environmental problems.Prerequisite: Math 22.

383 Electrical Methods in Geophysics [Lect 1.0and Lab 2.0] The theory and instrumentationfor measurements of the electrical properties ofthe earth. Includes passive and activetechniques, the advantages and disadvantagesof the various techniques, and geologicinterpretations of electrical soundings. Severalweekends are spent making a variety ofelectrical surveys of local features.Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 285 or Geop382.

385 Exploration and Development Seismology[Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Principles of reflectionseismology as applied to the delineation ofgeologic structures and the determination ofstratigraphy and lithology. Emphasis on boththe capabilities and limitations of the seismicmethod. The laboratory utilizes both modeledand actual seismic data. Prerequisite: Math22.

386 Wave Propagation [Lect 3.0] A study ofHamilton's principle and energy theorems,fundamentals of plane wave theory, waves instratified fluids, elastic waves in solids,electromagnetic and hydromagnetic radiation,and Allen's functions and point sources.Prerequisites: Geop 281, 321.

387 Acquisition of Seismic Data [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] Theory and application of theacquisition of seismic data. Determination ofrecording and energy source array responses,evaluation of energy sources, and the design ofa complete acquisition system. Prerequisites:Geop 286, 380.

388 Geophysical Instrumentation [Lab 1.0]Field and laboratory practice in the use ofgeophysical instrumentation. Techniques ofgeophysical data reduction and interpretationare also covered. May be taken more than oncefor credit with Geop 383 and Geop 384.Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in Geop382, 283 or 384.

389 Seismic Data Processing [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Introduction to seismic data processing.Topics to be covered include staticscorrections, filtering, velocity analysis,deconvolution, stacking and migration.Prerequisites: Math 22 and Geop 286 or Geop385.

390 Undergraduate Research [Variable]Designed for the undergraduate student whowishes to engage in research. Not for graduatecredit. Not more than six credit hours allowedfor graduation credit. Subject and credit to bearranged with the instructor.


MetallurgicalEngineering

Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Emphasis areas at the bachelor of science levelin chemical metallurgy, manufacturing metallurgy,and physical metallurgy.

The development of mankind has frequentlybeen linked to the ability to use metals from theearth’s crust. Metallic materials are found in allareas of the world, and are in use in virtually everyindustry. Thus their production is vital to theeconomy and to the continued development of thehuman race. Metallurgical Engineering is a broaddiscipline that studies metals extraction fromminerals and waste and recycled materials, theproduction of components from metals and alloys,and the design of metallic materials to enableappropriate physical and chemical properties to beachieved.

UMR has one of the few metallurgicalengineering departments in the United States withthe capability of covering the whole spectrum ofmetallurgical activities. It is the only suchdepartment in Missouri and in any of the contiguousstates.

A graduate of metallurgical engineering maywork in a variety of areas. The chemical metallurgistis involved in the recovery of metals from mineralores and recycled material, utilizing physical andchemical processes. Typical processes includemineral beneficiation (magnetic separation of ironores), pyrometallurgy (smelting of copper ores),hydrometallurgy (leaching of gold ores), andelecrometallurgy (electrolysis of aluminum ores).The modern challenge which faces the chemicalmetallurgist is to recover the metallic values fromores of decreasing grade; and to do this with aminimum of energy while safeguarding theenvironment.

The manufacturing metallurgist is concerned withthe shaping and joining of metallic materials intoappropriate forms for use in machines, tools,buildings, and implements. Typical shapingprocesses include casting, rolling, extrusion, forging,and drawing. The pressing of car bodies, casting ofengine blocks, drawing of wire, rolling of I-beams,extrusion of tube, and forging of crank shafts areexamples of manufacturing metallurgy. Powdermetallurgy is a relatively new manufacturingtechnique that is finding increased application. Thecontrol of production rate and quality are especiallyimportant factors in this emphasis area ofmetallurgy.

The properties of all metallic components arerelated to the elemental composition of the material,and the manner in which the various elements arecombined as microscopic structures. The study ofthe microstructure of metals and alloys and thecontrol of their properties are the responsibility ofthe physical metallurgist. The development ofcorrosion-resistant stainless steels, ultra-lightweightalloys for aircraft, wear-resistant alloys for engines,and shape-memory alloys for space structures areexamples of the work of the physical metallurgist.The heat treatment of alloys is an area of importancefor both physical and manufacturing metallurgy. Inaddition, the investigation of material failures andthe monitoring of service life are tasks that areperformed by physical and manufacturingmetallurgists.

At UMR, students do not have to select anemphasis area and may simply select technicalelectives appropriate to their interests. However,there are prescribed combinations of technicalelectives which fit the emphasis areas of chemical,manufacturing, and physical metallurgy. Thedepartment has also introduced a materials minorprogram in conjunction with Ceramic Engineering.

Students are encouraged to undertake summerand cooperative training employment with approvedcompanies to obtain appropriate industrialexperience while supplementing their academicstudies and incomes.

The department is housed in McNutt Hall and hasoutstanding facilities for classroom and laboratorylearning. The department has recently acquiredtechnologically advanced equipment for studentlaboratories and for research. Examples of the newequipment include a resistance melting furnace, aspark spectrographic analyzer, a sputtering unit, anda thermal spray unit. The department has threeelectronmicroscopes, a well equipped metals castingand joining laboratory, comprehensive metalsdeformation and testing facilities, and excellentcomputer laboratory with the addition of newsoftware and computers, and improved networkaccess. The undergraduate curriculum emphasizeslaboratory activities to ensure that graduates receivea hands-on education. Additional information isavailable at http://www.umr.edu/~meteng.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the department is to provide aquality, comprehensive undergraduate and graduateeducation in the traditional areas of metallurgicalengineering. The major program goal is to producea Bachelor of Science graduate with a soundfundamental knowledge and extensive hands-on-technical, communication, and leadership skills,capable of contributing in any technical areaassociated with metallurgy. The department is alsocommitted to a strong graduate program, whichensures significant research activity, an active and

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involved faculty, and a robust, healthy environmentfor education. The provision of service course workfor students in other engineering disciplines is also inimportant goal, as is interaction with professionalsocieties and industry to promote continuingeducation, research, and technical informationtransfer. The utilization of the departmentalresources to assist the state agencies and industry ofMissouri and the mid-west is an integral part of thedepartmental mission.

FacultyProfessors:Donald R. Askeland (Distinguished Teaching

Professor Emeritus), Ph.D., MichiganAnton Brasunas1 (Emeritus), Sc.D., Massachusetts

Institute of TechnologyJohn Beverly Clark (Emeritus), Ph.D., Carnegie

Institute of TechnologyFred Kisslinger1 (Emeritus), Ph.D., CincinnatiRonald A. Kohser (Associate Dean of Mines &

Metallurgy), Ph.D., LehighH. Philip Leighly, Jr.1,2 (Emeritus), Ph.D., IllinoisArthur E. Morris (Emeritus), Ph.D.,

Pennsylvania StateThomas J. O’Keefe (Curators' Emeritus), Ph.D., UMRDavid G. C. Robertson2, Ph.D., University of New

South WalesJohn L. Watson (Department Chair), Ph.D., BristolHarry W. Weart (Emeritus), Ph.D., Wisconsin

Associate Professors:Joseph W. Newkirk, Ph.D., University of VirginiaMatthew J. O’Keefe, Ph.D., IllinoisKent D. Peaslee1, Ph.D., UMRChristopher W. Ramsay, Ph.D.,

Colorado School of MinesMark E. Schlesinger1, Ph.D., University of ArizonaDavid C. Van Aken1, Ph.D., Illinois

Assistant Professor:Rajiv S. Mishra, Ph.D., Sheffield

Teaching Associate:F. Scott Miller, Ph.D., UMR

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Chartered Engineer, United Kingdom

Bachelor of ScienceMetallurgical Engineering

FRESHMAN YEARSee Freshman Engineering Program, but note that(a) as 12 credit hours of Hum/Soc Sci electives areincluded in semesters 3-8, metallurgical engineeringstudents need only take one Hum/Soc Sc elective,and hence only 32 credit hours of the 35 credit hourslisted, in the first two semesters to satisfy the

freshman program requirement and to transfer tothe department in semester 3 (b) the departmentrecommends the Chemistry 1, 2 and 3 sequence,and (c) metallurgical engineering preferencestudents are required to take Mt Eng 001 in theSecond Semester of their freshman year.

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditPhysics 24-Engineering Physics II ............................4Math 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III ................4Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers ........................3Mt Eng 125-Fundamentals of Chemical Metallurgy......2Mt Eng 126-Computer Application in Mt Eng ............. 3

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Second SemesterHum/Soc Sci-Elective*............................................3Math 204-Elementary Differential Equations ..............3Mt Eng 215-Fundamentals of Metal Behavior .............3Mt Eng 216-Metals Characterization Lab ...................1Mt Eng 281-Metallurgical Thermodynamics I..............3Hum/Soc Sci-Econ 121-Principles of MicroeconomicsOr Econ 122-Principles of Macroeconomics ............... 3

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Junior YearFirst Semester CreditBas En 50 or Bas En 51-Mech Statics........................3Mt Eng 202-Extractive Metallurgy Lab.......................1Mt Eng 203-Intro to Extractive Metallurgy .................3Mt Eng 204-Transport Phenomena in Metallurgy ........3Mt Eng 217-Metals Microstructural Development ........3Mt Eng 218-Metals Structures & Properties Lab..........1Hum/Soc Sci-English 60-Writing & Research orEnglish 160-Tech Writing or SP&M S 85-Principles ofSpeech ................................................................ 3

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Second SemesterBas En 110-Mechanics of Materials...........................3Statistics Elective* .................................................3Mt Eng 221-Principles of Materials Processing ............3Mt Eng 222-Metals Processing .................................1Mt Eng 241-Principles of Minerals Processing .............2Mt Eng 355-Metallurgical Thermodynamics II ............3Technical Elective*................................................ 3

18SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditAdvanced Science Elective*.....................................3Mt Eng 354-Mt Process Simulation & Control .............2Mt Eng 315-Mt Process Design Principles...................2Hum/Soc Sci Electives* ..........................................3Technical Electives* .............................................. 6(must include 1 credit hour of lab) .........................16


Second SemesterMt Eng 316-Mt Design Project .................................2Hum/Soc Sci Electives* ..........................................6Technical Electives* .............................................. 8

16*Electives must be chosen from approved courselistings in consultation with department academicadvisor.

NOTE: All Metallurgical Engineering students musttake the Fundamentals of Engineering Examinationprior to graduation. A passing grade on thisexamination is not required to earn a B.S. degree,however, it is the first step toward becoming aregistered professional engineer. This requirement,together with the department’s Senior Assessment,is part of the UMR assessment process as describedin Assessment Requirements found elsewhere in thiscatalog. Students must sign a release form givingthe University access to their Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination score.

Appropriate course electives for the MetallurgicalEngineering Emphasis Areas.

Chemical Metallurgy:Mt Eng 242-Mineral Process LabMt Eng 351-Flotation and HydrometallurgyMt Eng 353-Particle Mechanics and DesignMt Eng 363-Electrometallurgy of Corrosion andDeposition ProcessesMt Eng 303-New Developments in ChemicalMetallurgyCmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical MethodsCr Eng 364-RefractoriesMt Eng 356-Principles of Extractive Metallurgy

Physical Metallurgy:Cmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical MethodsMt Eng 341-Nuclear Materials IMt Eng 361-Alloying PrinciplesMt Eng 368-Physical Metallurgy III LabMt Eng 313-Electron MicroscopyMt Eng 385-Mechanical MetallurgyPhysics 107-Intro to Modern PhysicsPhysics 307-Modern Physics IIPhysics 381-Elem Solid State PhysicsPhysics 311-Thermal PhysicsCr Eng 284-Electrical Properties of CeramicsCr Eng 391,392- X-ray Diffraction & FluorescenceEl Eng 221-Principles of Semiconductor DevicesEMech 321-Intermediate Mechanics of MaterialsEMech 336-Fracture MechanicsMt Eng 375-Metallurgical Failure Analysis

Manufacturing Metallurgy:Cr Eng 315-Organic Additives in Ceramic ProcessingCr Eng 364-RefractoriesMt Eng 305,306-Nondestructive TestingMt Eng 307,308-Metals CastingMt Eng 311-Metals Joining

Mt Eng 321-Metal Deformation ProcessesMt Eng 329-Material SelectionMt Eng 331,332-Steels and Their TreatmentsMt Eng 333-Nonferrous AlloysMt Eng 361-Alloying PrinciplesMt Eng 368-Physical Metallurgy III LabMt Eng 385-Mechanical MetallurgyMt Eng 333-Non-Ferrous Alloys

Materials Minor CurriculumTo enable students outside of Metallurgical

Engineering to receive instruction in the field ofmaterials, a Materials Minor is available. To qualifyfor the minor, a student must take the followingclasses:

Mt Eng 211,215,217,350,360Cr Eng 102,203,242Chem 381

METALLURGICALENGINEERING

COURSES

001 Introduction to Metallurgical Engineering[Lect 1.0] Introduction to the field ofmetallurgical engineering with specificreference to the emphasis areas of extractive,manufacturing and physical metallurgy. Thecourse will include lectures, videos and fieldtrips to local industry.


121 Metallurgy for Engineers [Lect 3.0]Introduction to the structure and properties ofmetals and alloys and to processes used tomodify the structure and properties of metallicmaterials, including alloying, deformation andheat treating. Prerequisite: Chem 1.

125 Fundamentals of Chemical Metallurgy [Lect2.0] Survey of primary and secondaryresources for the production of metals. Studyof flowsheets for the common metals. Heat andmass balance for unit extractive processes,with emphasis on the chemical behavior ofmetals. Process technology and economics ofproduction. Prerequisite: Chem 3.

126 Computer Application in MetallurgicalEngineering [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Introduction to the use of microcomputers forsimulation, data analysis including statistics,data acquisition from laboratory instruments,and automatic process control systems. Thecourse will provide instruction in programmingand software usage, and the laboratory willenable students to fully utilize the potential ofmicrocomputer in later courses.




202 Extractive Metallurgy Laboratory [Lab 1.0]A series of laboratory experiments designed toillustrate the principles of pyrometallurgy,hydrometallurgy, and electrometallurgy.Prerequisites: Preceded or accompanied by MtEng 203; preceded or accompanied by Chem 4or an equivalent training program approved byUMR.

203 Introduction to Extractive Metallurgy [Lect3.0] Production and refining of metals bypyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, andelectrometallurgy. Emphasis on heat and massbalance calculations for the unit processes ofmetals extraction. Introduction to theprinciples of combustion, heat utilization andrecovery. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 281 or Cr Eng259 or Ch Eng 143.

204 Transport Phenomena in Metallurgy [Lect3.0] The application of the principles of fluidflow and heat transfer to the solution ofpractical problems in metallurgical engineering.Prerequisite: Physics 23.

211 Metallurgy Laboratory [Lab 1.0] Introductionto metallography, mechanical testing andmodification of material properties throughstructural development; Corrosion;Solidification. Prerequisite: Senior standing inCr Eng.

215 Fundamentals of Materials Behavior [Lect3.0] An introduction to crystal structure,deformation, defects and thermal treatment;mechanical testing; fracture; fatigue andcreep. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121.

216 Metals Characterization Laboratory [Lab1.0] Introduction to the characterization ofmetals through the use of optical microscopy,x-ray diffraction, transmission electronmicroscopy and mechanical testing.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, accompanied by MtEng 215.

217 Metals Microstructural Development [Lect3.0] Fundamentals of microstructuraldevelopments as relating to solid solutions,solidification and transformations; phasediagrams; case studies. Prerequisites: Mt Eng215, 216.

218 Metals Structures and PropertiesLaboratory [Lab 1.0] Investigation of therelationships between microstructures andproperties for various materials. Prerequisites:Mt Eng 215, 216, accompanied by Mt Eng 217.

221 Principles of Materials Processing [Lect3.0] An introduction to various methods ofprocessing of metals and influences of

processing on design. Includes: casting,welding, shaping, inspection and testing.Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121.

222 Metals Processing [Lab 1.0] Laboratory studyof the methods of processing of metals.Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by MtEng 221.

241 Principles of Mineral Processing [Lect 2.0]Introduction to the principles of mineralprocessing including mineral resources; particlecomminution, classification, separation anddewatering; flowsheet and equipment design.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, 125.

242 Mineral Processing Laboratory [Lab 1.0] Anintroductory laboratory to provide instruction insampling, classification, comminution, mineralseparation and dewatering. Prerequisite:Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng 241.

281 Metallurgical Thermodynamics I [Lect 3.0]Thermodynamic laws and thermodynamicfunctions and their relation to problems ofmetallurgical interest, thermochemistry,thermophysics, and chemical or phaseequilibria. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 125 or Chem52; Mt Eng 126 or Cmp Sc 77.



303 New Developments in Chemical Metallurgy[Variable] Survey of selected modernprocesses for the production of metals, thetreatment of wastes, and recycling of metalvalues. Processes are studied with respect toraw materials, chemical reactions, energyconsumption, process intensity, yield andenvironmental impact. Prerequisite: Mt Eng203.

305 Nondestructive Testing [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Principles and application of variousmeans of nondestructive testing of metallicmaterials. Radiological inspection methods,ultrasonic testing, magnetic methods, electricaland eddy current methods, and others. Inaddition, laboratory exercises using industrialgrade NDT equipment to inspect a variety ofparts and materials. Prerequisites: Physics 24or 25.

306 Nondestructive Testing Laboratory [Lab1.0] Application of radiological and ultrasonicmethods of nondestructive testing of metallicmaterials. A radiographic X-ray units andultrasonic equipment are used in the inspectionof a variety of materials and manufacturedparts. Prerequisite: Accompanied or precededby Mt Eng 305.


07 Metals Casting [Lect 2.0] An advanced coursein the materials and methods used in modernmetals casting processes. Application ofmetallurgical principles to the casting ofmetals. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 221 or Mc Eng153.

308 Metals Casting Laboratory [Lab 1.0] Anadvanced laboratory study of mold materials,metal flow, and cast metals. Emphasis is givento design of gating, risering, and ladletreatment techniques required for economical,highquality castings. Prerequisite:Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng 307.

310 Seminar [Variable] Discussion of currenttopics.

311 Metals Joining [Lect 2.0] Metals joiningprocesses such as welding and brazing. Effectsof welding on materials. Treatment andproperties of welded joints. Welding defectsand quality control. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121or 221.

313 Scanning Electron Microscopy [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] A course in the theory and applicationof scanning electron microscopy and x-raymicroanalysis. Topics considered are electronoptics, image formation and analysis; x-raygeneration, detection and analysis; andcharacterization of fracture surfaces.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215 and 216 or course inoptical microscopy - consent of instructorrequired.

315 Metallurgical Process Design Principles[Lect 2.0] Application of mass, component andenergy balances for metallurgical design. Thefundamentals of engineering economic analysiswill be examined and experimental designtechniques will be introduced. Students will beprepared for the selection and planning of thesubsequent design project. Prerequisite:Senior standing in Mt Eng.

316 Metallurgical Design Project [Lab 2.0]Student groups will undertake selectedprojects, which will represent a capstonedesign experience utilizing skills, understandingand data from previous courses. The facultysupervised open-ended design projects willinvolve a variety of tasks appropriate to themetallurgical engineer. Prerequisite: Mt Eng315.

321 Metal Deformation Processes [Lect 3.0] Anintroduction to metal deformation conceptsfollowed by a study of various formingprocesses from both the analytical and appliedviewpoints. Processes to include: forging, wiredrawing, extrusion, rolling, sheet metalforming, and others. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 221.

325 Fundamentals of Materials Behavior I [Lect3.0] Introduces students without ametallurgical background to the physical,chemical and structural basis of the equilibriumbehavior of materials. Includes thermodynamic

potentials, phase equilibria, phase diagramsand their relation to microstructure andchemical thermodynamics of condensedphases. Prerequisites: Graduate standing,Math 204, Physics 107. (Not for metallurgymajors) (UMR Engineering Education Center,St. Louis only).

327 Fundamentals of Materials Behavior II[Lect 3.0] A continuation of Metallurgy 325emphasizing the kinetic processes involved inmaterials behavior. Concepts of the theory ofabsolute reaction rates, diffusion in metallicsolids, elementary dislocation theory, plasticdeformation, crystallization solid state phasetransformations. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 325.(Not for metallurgy majors) (UMR EngineeringEducation Center, St. Louis only).

329 Material Selection, Fabrication, andFailure [Lect 3.0] Factors governing theselection of materials for specific needs,fabrication, heat treatment, surface treatment,and other aspects in the production of asatisfactory component. Failure analysis andremedies. Lecture plus assigned problems.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218, 221.

331 Steels and Their Treatment [Lect 3.0]Industrially important ferrous alloys aredescribed and classified. The selection ofproper heat treatments to facilitate fabricationand to yield required service properties insteels suitable for various applications isconsidered. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 271, 218.

332 Metals Treatment Laboratory [Lab 1.0] Thestudents plan and perform experiments thatillustrate heat treating processes and theireffects on the properties and structure ofcommercial alloys. Prerequisite: Accompaniedor preceded by Mt Eng 331.

333 Nonferrous alloys [Lect 3.0] Structure andproperties of nonferrous alloys (Al, Ti, Mg, Niand Cu) are described. The role of processingand microstructure in the development ofmechanical properties is emphasized.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217 or Mt Eng 377.

341 Nuclear Materials I [Lect 3.0] Fundamentalsof materials selection for components innuclear applications. Design and fabrication ofUO2 fuel; reactor fuel element performance;mechanical properties of UO2; radiationdamage and effects, including computermodeling; corrosion of materials in nuclearreactor systems. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205.(Co-listed with Nu Eng 341)

343 Nuclear Materials II [Lect 3.0] Extractivemetallurgy of uranium, thorium, and zirconium.Equation of state of UO2 and fuel chemistry.LMFBR fuel and interaction of sodium andstainless steel. Materials for fusion and otheradvanced nuclear applications. Reprocessing ofspent fuel and disposal. Prerequisite: Mt Eng341.


350 Composites [Lect 3.0] An introduction to thestructure, properties and fabrication of fiberand particulate composites. Prerequisites: MtEng 215 & 211 or Cr Eng 102 & 242.

351 Mineral Processing II (Flotation andHydrometallurgy) [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Froth flotation including mineral surfaces,double layer theory, zeta potential,hydrophobicity, adsorption, collectors, frothers,modulation, kinetics, and sulphide and acidflotation systems. Hydrometallurgy includingleaching, ion exchange and liquid/liquidextraction. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 241.

353 Mineral Processing II (Mechanics andDesign) [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Mineralparticle mechanics of comminution, sizing,classification, concentration, filtering andthickening. Mill and equipment selection anddesign including flowsheet development andplant assessment. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 241.

354 Metallurgical Process Simulation andControl [Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0] Simulation ofmetallurgical processes through the use oftheoretical and empirical models, numericalmethods, and analog representation.Introduction to instrumentation, computerinterfacing and process control theory.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, 125, 126.

355 Metallurgical Thermodynamics II [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] Continuation of metallurgicalengineering 281. Equilibrium calculations withstoichiometry and heat balance restrictions.Phase transformation, solutionthermodynamics and partial molar properties.Applications of thermodynamics to the analysisand design of extractive and physicalmetallurgy processes. Computer calculations ofcomplex equilibria. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 203.

356 Principles of Extractive Metallurgy [Lect3.0] Application of thermodynamics, heat andmass balances, and kinetics to theunderstanding, analysis, and design of metalextraction processes. Use of stability and phasediagrams to analyze existing processes anddesign new ones. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 355.

358 Steelmaking [Lect 3.0] Introduction to thefundamentals and unit processes used to turnimpure iron and scrap into steel. Includesdesulfurization, BOF and electric furnaceoperations, ladle metallurgy, casting, andstainless steel manufacture.

359 Environmental Aspects of MetalsManufacturing [Lect 3.0] Introduction toenvironmental aspects of metal extraction,melting, casting, forming, and finishing.Subjects include history of environmentalmovement and regulations permitting, riskanalysis, disposal and recycling of metalmanufacturing residues, environmental ethics,environmental technologies and case studies.Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing.

360 Materials Selection & Fabrication [Lect 2.0]Factors governing the selection of materials,including metals, ceramics, polymers andcomposites, for specific need. Fabrication ofmaterials. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215 & 211 orCr Eng 102 & 242.

361 Alloying Principles [Lect 3.0] Basis for alloydesign and property control. Predictions ofphase stability, alloy properties and metastablephase possibilities; interfaces in solids andtheir role in phase transformations.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218.

363 Metal Coating Processes [Lect 3.0]Introduction to the current technologies usedto enhance metal performance, particularlycorrosion resistance, by overlay coatings.Deposition processes are emphasized and thefundamentals of the behavior of the films inhigh technology and electronic materialsapplications is discussed. Prerequisites: MtEng 202, 203.

367 Introduction to Powder Metallurgy [Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0] A survey of the powdermetallurgy field, from fabrication of powders tofinishing operations. Includes all basics ofpowder metallurgy and many new processescurrently used in industry. Also covers design,production, economics and energy concerns.Hands-on laboratory time is included.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218.

368 Physical Metallurgy III Laboratory [Lab1.0] Experiments in physical metallurgyincluding internal friction, precipitationhardening, order-disorder transformations,plastic deformation and thermal expansion.

375 Metallurgical Failure Analysis [Lect 3.0]Application of the principles of manufacturingand mechanical metallurgy for the analysis offailed components. Analytical techniques suchas Scanning Electron Microscopy, OpticalMetallography, and High ResolutionPhotography are used to characterizemicrostructure and fractographic features. Inaddition, appropriate methods to gather data,assimilate it, and draw conclusions from thedata such that it will stand up in a court of lawwill be addressed. Prerequisite: Senior orGraduate Student standing.

377 Principles of Engineering Materials [Lect3.0] Examination of engineering materials withemphasis on selection and application ofmaterials in industry. Particular attention isgiven to properties and applications ofmaterials in extreme temperature and chemicalenvironments. A discipline specific designproject is required. (Not a technical elective forundergraduate metallurgy or ceramic majors)(Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng 377,Physics 377, Cr Eng 377)


385 Mechanical Metallurgy [Lect 3.0] Elastic andplastic behavior of metallic single crystals andpolycrystalline aggregates. Resulting changesin mechanical properties are considered.Included are applications to metal fabrication.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215, 216, Bas En 110.


Mining EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of Science


Emphasis areas at the bachelor level inexplosives engineering and quarry engineering.

The overall objectives of the Department ofMining Engineering are to provide the students witha specialized expertise in mining engineering, acultural foundation and a sound basis for futuregrowth and development. These objectives areachieved at the undergraduate level by providingeducation in basic sciences, engineering sciences anddesign, and in the field of humanities and socialsciences.

The mining engineering courses offered focus onproviding students with the knowledge necessary toenter a variety of segments of the mining industry.Graduating mining engineers who satisfactorilycomplete the program criteria, and whereappropriate, the quarry option or the explosivesemphasis, usually obtain employment in one or moreof the following areas: mine engineering, miningoperations, the extraction/processing of coal, basemetals, precious metals, industrial minerals, quarryindustry, explosives industry, construction ordemolition, mining equipment suppliers andmining/geotechnical consulting firms.

Mining engineering is the profession concernedwith location, extraction, and use of mineralresources. Lunar and ocean mining constitute newfrontiers.

The mining engineer is concerned with all phasesof mineral recovery, including exploration,evaluation, development, extraction, mineevaluation, reclamation, processing, and marketingof minerals. In addition to engineering, science andliberal arts courses, appropriate courses are taken inexplosives engineering, geology, mineralbeneficiation, coal mine development and

production, mining of metallic and aggregateminerals, mine systems design, mining economicsand law, mine hygiene and safety, minemanagement, mine ventilation, rock mechanics,ground support, and reclamation.

The mining engineer relies upon geologicknowledge and highly sensitive instruments for thelocation and evaluation of mineral deposits.Problems involved in the development andexploitation of the ore body and the benefaction andmarketing of valuable constituents must bedetermined in advance. Mining must be carried outefficiently, safely, and economically, with the welfareof the public as a primary consideration. Land mustbe restored to a useful condition after mining ceasesand pollution controls must be designed to preventharmful environmental effects.

Intensive research programs are conducted atUMR in explosives engineering, coal beneficiation,mineral economics, mine operations and design,mine atmospheric control and ventilation, mineralstransportation, and various fields or rock mechanics.Appropriate research by faculty and graduatestudents ensures relevance of the program toindustry needs.

An Experimental Mine and the Rock Mechanicsand Explosives Research Center are located close tothe campus and provide facilities for laboratoryinstruction and research. Trips to coal, metal, andindustrial mineral operations supplement classroomactivities. Summer employment and co-op trainingprovide valuable practical mining and engineeringexpertise.

MISSION STATEMENT

The overall objectives of the Department ofMining Engineering are to provide the students witha specialized expertise in mining engineering, acultural foundation and a sound basis for futuregrowth and development. These objectives areachieved at the undergraduate level by providingeducation in basic sciences, engineering sciences anddesign, and in the field of humanities and socialsciences.

The mining engineering courses offered focus onproviding students with the knowledge necessary toenter a variety of segments of the mining industry.Graduating mining engineers who satisfactorilycomplete the program criteria, and whereappropriate, the quarry option or the explosivesemphasis, usually obtain employment in one or moreof the following areas: mine engineering, miningoperations, the extraction/processing of coal, basemetals, precious metals, industrial minerals, quarryindustry, explosives industry, construction ordemolition, mining equipment suppliers andmining/geotechnical consulting firms.


FacultyProfessors:R. Lee Aston (Adjunct) J.D., Ph.D.,

Aston University, UKRichard L. Bullock1 (Quenon Chair), D. Eng., UMRTad Golosinski, Ph.D., Cracow, PolandR. Larry Grayson1 (Department Chair), Ph.D., West

Virginia UniversityCharles Haas1 (Emeritus), D.Sc.,

Colorado School of MinesMarian Mazurkiewicz (Emeritus), D.Sc.

Wroclaw University, PolandLee W. Saperstein1, D. Phil, Oxford UniversityDavid Summers (Curators'), Ph.D., LeedsJohn W. Wilson (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of the

WitwatersrandPaul N. Worsey, Ph.D., University of Newcastle-

Upon-Tyne

Associate Professors:Jerry C. Tien1, Ph.D., UMR

Assistant Professor:Derek Apel, Ph.D., Queens University,Kingston,

Canada

Adjunct Professor:R. Karl Zipf1, Ph.D., Penn State

1 Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of ScienceMining Engineering

FRESHMAN YEAR(See Freshman Engineering Program)1,2

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 110-Surveying for Mineral Engineers ............. 3Mi Eng 151-Intro to Mining Safety ........................... 1Math 22-Calculus & Analytic Geometry III ................ 4Cmp Sc 73, Cmp Sc 77 or Cmp Sc 53. ..................... 3English 65-Tech Writer in Bus & Industry.................. 3Econ 121-Prin of Microecon orEcon 122-Prin of Macroecon................................... 3

17Second SemesterGeo 125-Physical Mineralogy & Petrology ................. 3Geo 220-Structural Geology.................................... 4Physics 24-Engineering Physics II ............................ 4Bas En 50-Eng Mechanics-Statics ............................ 3Math 204-Elementary Differential Equations............. 3

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JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 221-Mining Exploration.................................3Mi Eng 270-Mining Industry Economics .....................3Cv Eng 230-Elementary Fluid Mechanics ...................3El Eng 282-Electrical Circuits & Machines ..................3Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials...........................3Mc Eng 227-Thermal Analysis ................................. 3

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Second SemesterBas En 150-Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics............2Mi Eng 218-Mine Atmosphere Control .......................3Mt Eng 242-Mineral Process Lab...............................1Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I ..................................3Mt Eng 241-Principles of Mineral Processing ..............2Mi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives Engineering.........3Humanities\Social Sciences2 ................................... 3

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SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 217-Mine Power,Drainage & Transportation.....3Mi Eng 325-Mining Methods.....................................4Mi Eng 343-Coal Mine Development & Production orMt Eng 353-Mineral Processing II4............................3Humanities\Social Sciences2 ................................... 4

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Second Semester’Mi Eng 322-Mine Management .................................2Mi Eng 376-Mined-Land Reclamation4 .......................3Mi Eng 393-Mine Planning and Design.......................4Technical Elective3,4................................................3Technical Elective3,4................................................3Humanities/Social Sciences2 ................................... 3

18NOTE:1 History 175 may be substituted by Political

Science 90, History 112, or 176.2 The Department requires a total of 16 credit

hours of Hum & Soc Sci courses (including Econ121/122). These courses are to be chosenfrom a list of courses approved by your advisorand at least two courses (6 hours) that built ondepth must be taken.

3 For students with Explosives EngineeringEmphasis, Mi Eng 350 (Blasting Tech) has to betaken as a Technical Elective. Additional 3hours to be taken in Junior year from thefollowing: Mi Eng 301,390 (Special Topics andMining Research, both in an explosive area), orGe Eng 371 (Rock Engineering).

4 For students with Quarrying Emphasis, Cv Eng216 (Construction Materials) has to be taken asa Technical Elective and Mt Eng 353 (MineralProcessing II) will replace Mi Eng 343 (CoalMining).

5 Mining courses in italics are offered everysemester.

6 All Mining Engineering students must take theFundamentals of Engineering Examination prior


to graduation. A passing grade on thisexamination is not required to earn a B.S.degree, however, it is the first step towardbecoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in AssessmentRequirements found elsewhere in this catalog.Students must sign a release form giving theUniversity access to their Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination score.

Requirements for a Minorin Mining Engineering

A student who receives a Bachelor of Science degreein an accredited engineering program from UMR mayreceive the Minor in Mining Engineering bycompleting 15 credit hours from the courses listedbelow. Non-engineering students who have a strongbackground in mathematics and the physicalsciences may also qualify for the Minor in MiningEngineering, with the approval of the Departmentand based on an individually designed program ofstudy. Students will need to consult with the Chairof the Mining Engineering Department to determinepre-requisite requirements for each course. Theprogram granting the Bachelor of Science degreeshall determine whether or not courses taken for theMining Engineering Minor may also be used to fulfillthe requirements of the B.S. degree from thatprogram.

The following courses are required for the Minor inMining Engineering:

Mi Eng 221-Mining ExplorationMi Eng 324-Underground Mining Methods &EquipmentMi Eng 326-Surface Mining Methods & Equipment

Two other Mi Eng 200- or 300- level lecture courses(3 credit hours), or relevant courses from otherdisciplines, as approved, must be taken to match thestudent’s area of emphasis in Mining Engineering.The following areas of emphasis may be pursued:

Explosives Engineering; Quarrying; MineralEconomics; Mining-Environmental; Mining-Equipment; Mining-Geo-technical; Mining-Health andSafety; Mining Operations Management; Mining-Tunneling; Surface Mining; Underground Mining.

The Minor in Mining Engineering is not accredited bythe Accreditation Board of Engineering andTechnology (ABET).

Quarrying EngineeringEmphasis

Senior yeara) Cv Eng 216 (Construction Materials) in lieu of

Technical Elective.b) Mt Eng 353 (Mineral Processing II) in lieu of Mi

Eng 343 (Coal Mine Development andProduction).

Explosives EngineeringEmphasis

Junior and Senior Yearsa) Choose one of the following courses in lieu of

Mt Eng 121 (Metallurgy for Engineers) in Junioryear:Mi Eng 390-Research in explosives areaMi Eng 301-Special Topics in explosives areaGe Eng 371-Rock Engineering

b) Mi Eng 350-(Blasting Design & Technology) inlieu of Technical Elective in Senior Year

MINING ENGINEERINGCOURSES

003 Principles of Mining Engineering [Lect 1.0]Principles and definitions related to miningengineering including one or more field trips tofamiliarize the student with current miningpractices.

110 Surveying for Mineral Engineers [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] Principles of surface andunderground survey practice utilizing totalstation, engineer's level and GPS. Traversingand details, note taking and computations,balancing surveys and error analysis,staking-out new points, and map constructionwith AutoCAD. Prerequisites: Bas En 20, Math6, accompanied or preceded by Mi Eng 003.

151 Introduction to Mining Safety [Lab 1.0]Instruction in the safety aspects of miningaccordance with the MSHA Training Programrequired for all new miners. Subjects includeself-rescue and respiratory protection, groundcontrol, hazard recognition, mine gases, andlegal aspects associated with mining.Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by MiEng 3.


201 Special Topics [Variable] This course isdesigned to give the department an 202 MineRescue [Lab 1.0] Utilization of the principles ofmine safety concerning mine gases,ventilation, explosives, fires, and first aid in theorganization of mine rescue personnel andtechniques. Training in the use of current mine


rescue equipment, recognition and control ofcommon recovery hazards, handling ofsurvivors. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 151.

217 Mine Power, Drainage & Transportation[Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Engineering principles ofutilities and material distribution throughoutmines. Principles of supporting miningoperations. Mining applications of materialshandling and transport, conveyors, slurries,mine hoists, rail haulage, electrical power, airconditioning, air compressors, pumps anddrainage, and hydraulics. Prerequisites: CvEng 230, El Eng 282, and as prereq./coreq. McEng 227.

218 Mine Atmosphere Control [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] Fundamentals of mine ventilation,including the principles of airflow, control ofgases, dust, and temperature, methanedrainage, mine fans, network theory, computernetwork simulation, and economics of airflow,with emphasis on analysis, systems design andpractical application. Prerequisites: Cv Eng230, El Eng 282, and as prereq./coreq. Mc Eng227.

221 Mining Exploration [Lect 3.0] Classification ofmineral deposits. Mining laws. Role of miningand processing in defining orebodies. Geology,geophysics, geochemistry, geobotany, anddrilling in mineral exploration. Samplingorebodies. Ore reserve modeling. Introductionto probability, statistics, and geostatistics.Reserve estimation project. Prerequisites: Geo220, Mi Eng 110, and as prereq. or coreq. Geo113.

224 Underground Mining of Metallic andIndustrial Minerals [Lect 3.0] Principlesutilized in the development of metallic andindustrial mineral deposits into productiveentities by underground mining methods,including ground support, equipment selectionand coordination, economics safety, and overalloperational considerations. Prerequisites: MiEng 221, 270.

226 Surface Mining of Metallic and IndustrialMinerals [Lect 3.0] Principles utilized in thedevelopment of metallic and industrial mineraldeposits into productive entities by surfacemining methods, including bank stability,benching, equipment selection andcoordination, economics, safety and overalloperational considerations. Prerequisites: MiEng 221, 270.

231 Rock Mechanics I [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Rock as an engineering material; elastic andnon-elastic properties; Mohr's criterion forfailure; slope and highwall stability; fieldstresses; elastic design of undergroundopenings, pillars, and roof beams; principles ofroof-bolt design; surface subsidence; and rocktesting methods. Prerequisites: Bas En 110,

120 and either Mi Eng 221 or Cv Eng 215 orGeo 130 & 220.

270 Mining Industry Economics [Lect 3.0]Importance of the mineral industry to nationaleconomy, uses, distribution, and trade ofeconomic minerals, time value of money,mineral taxation, economic evaluation utilizingdepreciation, depletion, and discountedcashflow concepts, social and economicsignificance of mineral resources.Prerequisites: Econ 121 or 122, accompaniedor preceded by Mi Eng 221.



302 Computer Applications in the Mining &Minerals Industry [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]History of computer technology usage in themining industry. Exposure to the use ofcomputers in mine planning, design,exploration, ventilation & environment, rockmechanics, open pit stability, simulation ofmining systems and equipment selection.

305 Explosives Handling and Safety [Lect 1.0]Basic handling & safety for explosives,explosive devices and ordnance related tolaboratory handling, testing, manufacturing &storage, for both civil and defense applications.For "credit offering" of the UMR ExplosivesHandling & Safety Industrial Short Course.

306 Material Processing by High-PressureWater Jet [Lect 3.0] Methods of generatinghigh pressure water jets; standard equipment,existing techniques and basic calculations.Applications of water jets to materials cuttingand mineral processing. Safety rules. Thecourse will be supported by laboratorydemonstrations. (Co-listed with Mc Eng 306)

307 Principles of Explosives Engineering [Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0] Theory and application ofexplosives in the mining industry; explosives,initiating systems, characteristics of explosivereactions and rock breakage, fundamentals ofblast design, drilling and blasting, regulatoryand safety considerations. Prerequisites: GeEng 50; accompanied or preceded by either CvEng 215 or Geo 220.

308 Drilling and Blasting [Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0]The mechanics of rock breakage in drilling andblasting. Drill equipment systems, and theapplication of engineering principles in thedesign of blasting rounds for construction andmining excavation problems. Prerequisite: MiEng 307.


11 Mine Plant Management [Lect 2.0]Optimization of mine plant and equipmentperformance. Availability, utilization andreliability of equipment; matching equipmentand plant to minesite specific conditions;maintenance planning, scheduling and control;parts and materials supply systems; mineinformation and management systems. Basicsof mine automation and robotics. Prerequisite:Senior standing or consent of instructor.

317 Mining Equipment Design andMaintenance [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Thiscourse will teach the basic understanding ofmining machine design principles with specialattention placed on kinematics, assembly anddisassembly as well as maintenanceprocedures and techniques involved.Prerequisite: Mi Eng 217.

318 Mine Atmospheric Control II [Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0] Climatic measurements andtemperature precalculations, emergency plansfor fan failures and mine fires, mine aircontaminants, mine noises, mine dust,refrigeration and cooling plant layout, radiationcontrol. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 218.

322 Mine Management [Lect 2.0] Theory andpractice of mine management, including basicmanagerial functions, management theories,communication skills, motivation, leadership,organization, maintenance management,managerial decision making, cost control, laborrelations, government relations, ethics, withemphasis in presentation skills. Prerequisite:Completion of 120 credits in MiningEngineering curriculum.

325 Mining Methods for Metal and IndustrialMinerals [Lect 4.0] The process of developingmetallic and industrial mineral deposits intoproductive entities. Principles of planning,constructing, and operating economically viableunderground and surface mines. Cost effectivemining methods and equipment selection.Principles of operation and coordination ofmining projects. Stoping methods, benchingmethods. Prerequisites: Mi Eng 221, 270.

343 Coal Mine Development and Production[Lect 3.0] An in-depth study of all aspects ofcoal mining, including an overview of coalindustry, reserves and geology, planning anddevelopment of coal mines, surface andunderground mechanized methods of facepreparation, equipment, coal extraction,handling and preparation as practiced in theUnited States. Prerequisite: Accompanied orpreceded by Mi Eng 217.

344 Coal Preparation [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Coalproperties, sampling, testing, breaking, sizing,cleaning and dewatering. Disposal of refuse.Prerequisites: Mt Eng 241 and senior standing.

345 Strata Control [Lect 3.0] A detailed review ofartificial ground support, both above and belowground, including slope stabilization techniquesand shaft and tunnel liner design. The use ofshotcrete, roofbolts, and solid liners and theprinciples of underground longwall and roomand pillar mine support. Longwall and hydraulicmining practice is covered. Prerequisite: MiEng 231.

350 Blasting Design and Technology [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] Advanced theory and applicationof explosives in excavation; detailedunderground blast design; specialized blastingincluding blast casting, construction andpre-splitting. Introduction to blasting research.Examination of field applications. Prerequisite:Mi Eng 307.

370 Valuation of Mineral Properties [Lect 3.0]Engineering principles utilized for establishingvalues of metallic, fuel, and industrial mineraldeposits; reserve estimation from explorationsamples, geostatistics; mine taxation;influence and sensitivity analyses; alternativevaluation techniques. Prerequisite: Mi Eng270.

376 Mined-Land Reclamation [Lect 3.0]Permitting: the legal environment ofreclamation and environmental impactassessment; post-mining land-use selectionand mine planning for optimum reclamation ofall mines: metal, nonmetal, and coal; unitoperations of reclamation: drainage, backfill,soil replacement, revegetation, maintenance,etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50 and prerequisiteor co-requisite, one of Ge Eng 246, Cv Eng 215or Mi Eng 226. (Co-listed with Ge Eng 376)

383 Tunneling & Underground ConstructionTechniques [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Cover bothmechanical excavation and conventionalexcavation techniques to undergroundtunneling and construction. The emphasis willbe on equipment selection and prediction ofperformance expected of the equipment.Ground control systems will be covered astechnology emerges. Excavation methods andsupport of large caverns, often found in civilstructures, will also be discussed. A limitedfocus will be on underground constructionspecifications and underground advance rateand cost estimation techniques. Prerequisites:Mi Eng 231, Mi Eng 325 or Cv Eng 215, Cv Eng216 or Ge Eng 371.



393 Mine Planning and Design [Lect 2.0 and Lab2.0] Selection of a mining design project thatresults in the preparation of a comprehensiveengineering report and oral presentation for theeconomic exploitation of the selected geologicdeposit. The course includes instruction andstudent guidance that integrates and appliesengineering economics, sciences, use ofcommercial software & principles to develop amineable deposit. Prerequisite: Completion of120 hours in Mining Engineering curriculum.

Nuclear EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of Science


The Nuclear Engineering Department has aprimary mission to provide an outstanding andcomprehensive undergraduate and graduateeducation to tomorrow’s leaders in nuclearengineering. The department provides qualitytrained nuclear engineering professionals and leadersto Missouri and the nation, in the commercial nuclearindustry, national laboratories, hospitals, and thenation’s defense agencies. The objective of theBachelor of Science program is to provide eachstudent with sound fundamental knowledge ofnuclear engineering and related technologies,extensive hands-on laboratory experience includingreactor operations, technical communication andleadership skills, and the capability to conductresearch related to the nuclear engineering field.

The department is committed to a strongengineering program administered by highlymotivated and active nuclear engineering faculty; itis the only B.S. Nuclear Engineering Degree programaccredited in the state of Missouri. The NuclearEngineering department at UMR, one of the earliestaccredited undergraduate programs in the nation,interacts with professional societies, and the nuclearindustry to promote continuing education, researchopportunities, and public dissemination ofinformation about issues and advances in the field.

Nuclear engineers develop and promote theutilization of energy released from nuclear fission,fusion, and the decay of radioisotopes. Currently,there are more than 100 nuclear power plantsoperating in the United States producing about 20percent of our nation’s electricity. These plants usenuclear fission to produce energy and are cooled byordinary (light) water, hence the name, Light WaterReactors. This technology reduces utility emissionsof carbon dioxide, the primary greenhouse gas, byabout 20 percent each year. In addition, nuclear

reactors are used for the propulsion of submarinesand aircraft carriers.

In fusion power plants, under development,strong magnetic fields contain a plasma fuel ofhydrogen isotopes, such as deuterium, at tempe-ratures hotter than the sun. The deuteriumextracted from one gallon of water could produce asmuch energy as burning 300 gallons of gasoline.

Radioisotopes are used in industry and research,and in medicine for diagnostic and therapeuticpurposes. The medical use of radioisotopes and X-rays saves hundreds of thousands of lives every yearthroughout the world. Radioisotopes are also usedin small power generators for space flights.

If you choose nuclear engineering, you couldwork in the areas of nuclear reactor design, plantlicensing, plant operation, fuel management anddevelopment, radioactive waste disposal, healthphysics, instrumentation and control, fusionresearch, space nuclear power, and applications ofradioisotopes in industry, medicine, and research.As a nuclear engineer you might be employed byutilities, reactor vendors, architect-engineeringfirms, consulting firms, industrial research centers,national laboratories, government agencies oruniversities.

The nuclear engineering curriculum consists ofthree components: mathematics and basic sciences,humanities and social sciences, and engineeringtopics. The students apply the principles of physics,chemistry and mathematics to the study ofengineering topics which include statics, mechanicsof materials, electronic circuits and machines,thermodynamics, and metallurgy. The knowledgegained in these areas is applied to the understandingof nuclear engineering topics including reactor fluidmechanics and heat transfer, reactor physics,nuclear radiation measurements, radioactive wastemanagement, reactor laboratory and operation,nuclear materials, and nuclear systems design (aCapstone design course).

Engineering design is an integral part of almostall of the required courses in the nuclear engineeringprogram. Design topics include but are not limitedto reactor cooling systems, radiation protection,structural components, waste disposal andtransportation systems, nuclear reactor cores andthe design of experiments for radiation detection andmeasurement. While obtaining experience in theseareas the students are prepared for designing acomplete nuclear system such as a nuclear plant forelectric power generation, space propulsion andcommunication, desalination, district heating orradioisotope production for industrial, medical orresearch applications.

In the senior Nuclear Systems Design course (NuEng 323), students work in small groups of two orthree on different components of a system. Theyinteract and exchange ideas with the nuclearengineering faculty and other groups on a weeklybasis both collectively and individually in the form ofreports and oral presentations. In this course, all of


the knowledge acquired by the students includingthat in the humanities and social sciences, is broughtto bear on the selection of the final design. Inaddition to the technical considerations, the issuesaddressed include economics, safety, reliability,aesthetics, ethics, and social impact. At the end ofthe semester the students write a comprehensiveand cohesive final report for their final design andmake an oral presentation of their work.

Laboratory facilities available to nuclearengineering students include a radiationmeasurements laboratory, a 200 kW swimming pool-type nuclear reactor, a materials analysis laboratory,and a computer learning center. The students haveaccess to state-of-the-art computing facilitiesincluding personal computers, workstations,mainframes, and super computers. The departmentoffices and laboratories are primarily housed inFulton Hall. The nuclear reactor is housed in its ownbuilding.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Nuclear Engineering Department has aprimary mission to provide an outstanding andcomprehensive undergraduate and graduateeducation to tomorrow’s leaders in nuclearengineering. The Nuclear Engineering Departmentprovides quality trained nuclear engineeringprofessionals and leaders to Missouri and the nation,in the commercial nuclear industry, nationallaboratories, hospitals, and the nation’s defensedepartments. The goal of the Bachelor of Scienceprogram is to provide each student with soundfundamental knowledge of nuclear engineering andrelated technologies, extensive hands-on laboratoryexperience including reactor operations, technicalcommunication and leadership skills, and thecapability to conduct research related to the nuclearengineering field.

The department is committed to a strongengineering program administered by highlymotivated and active nuclear engineering faculty; itis the only B.S. Nuclear Engineering Degree programaccredited in the state of Missouri. The NuclearEngineering department at UMR, one of the earliestaccredited undergraduate programs in the nation,interacts with professional societies, and the nuclearindustry to promote continuing education, researchopportunities, and public dissemination ofinformation about advances in the field.

FacultyProfessors:Ray Edwards1, Sc.D., MITArvind Kumar (Department Chair), Ph.D.,

California-BerkeleyNicholas Tsoulfanidis1 (Associate Dean of Mines &

Metallurgy), Ph.D., Illinois

Associate Professors:Shahla Keyvan, Ph.D., California-BerkeleyGary Mueller1, Ph.D., UMR

Assistant Professor: Akira Tokuhiro, Ph.D., PurdueUniversity

Adjunct Professor:David A. Summers, Ph.D., The University of Leeds,

England

Associate Professor Emeritus:Albert Bolon1, Ph.D., Iowa State


Bachelor of ScienceNuclear Engineering

FRESHMAN YEAR(See Freshman Engineering Program)1,2

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditCmp Sc 73-Basic Scientific Programming.................. 2Cmp Sc 77-Computer Programming Lab................... 1Bas En 50 or Bas En 51-Eng Mech-Statics................. 3Math 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III ................ 4Nu Eng 105-Intro to Nuclear Engineering.................. 2Physics 24-Engineering Physics II ........................... 4

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Second SemesterCmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical Methods .................. 3El Eng 282-Electrical Circuits & Machines.................. 3Electives-Econ(3).................................................... 3Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials .......................... 3Math 204-Elem Diff Equations ................................. 3Nu Eng 203-Interactions of Radiation w/Matter orPhysics 107-Intro to Modern Physics ....................... 3

18JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMc Eng 219-Thermodynamics ................................. 3Stat 215-Engineering Statistics ............................... 3Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers........................ 3Nu Eng 205-Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering ..... 3Nu Eng 221-Reactor Fluid Mechanics....................... 3

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Second SemesterEnglish 160-Technical Writing ................................. 3Elective-Engineering/Science/Math(4) ....................... 3Nu Eng 204-Nuclear Radiation Measurements ........... 3Nu Eng 223-Reactor Heat Transfer........................... 3Nu Eng 303-Reactor Physics I ................................. 3Nu Eng 321-Nuclear Power Plant Design.................. 3

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SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditElective-Hum or Soc Sc(5) ....................................... 3Elective-Engineering/Science/Math(6) ....................... 2Nu Eng 304-Reactor Lab I ...................................... 2Nu Eng 310-Seminar........................................... 0.5Nu Eng 311-Reactor Physics II ................................ 3Nu Eng 341-Nuclear Materials I ............................... 3Nu Eng 307-Nuclear Fuel Cycle............................... 3

16.5Second SemesterElective-Hum or Soc Sci(7) ...................................... 6Elective-Engineering\Science\Math(4) ....................... 3Nu Eng 306-Reactor Operation................................ 1Nu Eng 308-Reactor Lab II ..................................... 2Nu Eng 310-Seminar........................................... 0.5Nu Eng 323-Nuclear System Design........................ 3

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(1) Nuclear Engineering students are expected totake Nuclear Technology Applications (Nu Eng25) during their Freshman Year. Minimumcredit hours for graduation is 135.

(2) See Freshman Engineering Program.(3) Econ 121 or 122.(4) To be selected from approved departmental

course list. Must include one 3.0 credit hour300 level math course.

(5) Humanities and Social Science courses fromapproved departmental course list.

(6) Any 300 level course from Engineering/Science/Math, e.g. Mc Eng 240, Nu Eng 309,Nu Eng 333 or any 2 credit Special Topics 300class.

(7) Humanities and Social Science courses fordepth from approved departmental course list.

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam: All NuclearEngineering students must take the Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination prior to graduation. Apassing grade on this examination is not required toearn a B.S. degree, however, it is the first steptoward becoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in Assessment Requirementsfound elsewhere in this catalog. Students must signa release form giving the University access to theirFundamentals of Engineering Examination score.

Minor CurriculumNuclear power plants and other nuclear

installations employ not only nuclear but also civil,mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineers. Anuclear engineering minor, therefore, enhances theacademic credentials of a student and broadenshis/her employment choices. A minimum of 15hours is required for a minor in nuclear engineering.

Before the courses listed below can be taken, thestudent should have completed ElementaryDifferential Equations (Math 204 or equivalent) and

Atomic and Nuclear Physics (Physics 107 or Nu Eng203 or equivalent). Required courses are:

Nu Eng 204 Nuc Radiation Measurements (3 hrs)Nu Eng 205-Fundamentals of Nu Eng (3 hrs)Nu Eng 223-Reactor Heat Transfer (3 hrs)

The other 6 hours should be selected from nuclearengineering 300-level courses.

NUCLEAR ENGINEERINGCOURSES

025 Nuclear Technology Applications [Lect 1.0]It is a project oriented course that examinesvarious aspects of nuclear technology, such asradiation detection, radiation protection, foodirradiation, medical and industrial applications.The students will work in small groups onstimulating projects.

105 Introduction to Nuclear Engineering [Lect2.0] Atoms and nuclei; nuclear reactions;radioactivity, interactions of radiation withmatter; fission and fusion reactors; nuclearfuels; radiation effects on materials and man;radioactive waste disposal; reactor safety;radiation protection. Prerequisite: Sophomorestanding.



203 Interactions of Radiation with Matter [Lect3.0] Atoms and nuclei; relativistic kinematics;quantum theory; nuclear decay; crosssections; neutron, gamma, and chargedparticle interactions; production ofradioisotopes; electrical, thermal and magneticproperties of solids. Prerequisites: Math 22,Physics 21.

204 Nuclear Radiation Measurements [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] Acquaints the student with theoryand operation of the principal experimentaltools, methods, radiation detectors andmeasuring devices used by a nuclear engineeror nuclear scientist in experiments dealing withatomic and nuclear phenomena. Prerequisites:Nu Eng 203 or Physics 107, and preceded oraccompanied by each of English 160 and Stat215.

205 Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering [Lect3.0] An introduction to the principles andequations used in nuclear fission reactortechnology, including reactor types; neutronphysics and reactor theory; reactor kineticsand control; radiation protection; reactorsafety and licensing; and environmentalaspects of nuclear power. Prerequisite:Preceded or accompanied by Nu Eng 203 orPhysics 107.


221 Reactor Fluid Mechanics [Lect 3.0] A studyof the fundamental principles of incompressibleviscous and inviscid flows in ducts, nozzles,tube bundles and applications to nuclearengineering; fluid statics; dimensional analysisand similitude; boundary layer theory.Prerequisite: Mc Eng 219.

223 Reactor Heat Transfer [Lect 3.0] A study ofthe fundamental principles of conduction,convection and thermal radiation withvolumetric source terms for nuclearengineering applications; empiricalcorrelations; finite difference methods; analysisof nuclear reactor cores. Prerequisite: Nu Eng221.



303 Reactor Physics I [Lect 3.0] Study of neutroninteractions, fission, chain reactions, neutrondiffusion and neutron slowing down; criticalityof a bare thermal homogeneous reactor.Prerequisites: Math 204 and Nu Eng 203 orPhysics 107.

304 Reactor Laboratory I [Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0]Acquaints the student with neutron fluxmeasurement, reactor operation, control rodcalibration, reactor power measurement andneutron activation experiments. Experimentswith the thermal column and neutron beamport are also demonstrated. Prerequisites:English 160, Nu Eng 204 and 205.

306 Reactor Operation [Lab 1.0] The operation ofthe training reactor. The program is similar tothat required for a NRC license. Prerequisite:Nu Eng 205.

307 Nuclear Fuel Cycle [Lect 3.0] Nuclear fuelreserves and resources; milling, conversion,and enrichment; fuel fabrication; in-and-out-ofcore fuel management; transportation,storage, and disposal of nuclear fuel; low leveland high level waste management, economicsof the nuclear fuel cycle. Prerequisite: Nu Eng205.

308 Reactor Laboratory II [Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0]A continuation of Nuclear Engineering 304 withexperiments of a more advanced nature.Prerequisite: Nu Eng 304.

309 Licensing of Nuclear Power Plants [Lect2.0] The pertinent sections of the Code ofFederal Regulations, the Nuclear RegulatoryCommission's Regulatory Guides and StaffPosition Papers, and other regulatoryrequirements are reviewed. Safety analysisreports and environmental reports for specificplants are studied.

310 Seminar [Variable] Discussion of currenttopics. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

311 Reactor Physics II [Lect 3.0] Analytic andcomputer based methods of solving problemsof reactor physics. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 303,Cmp Sc 228.

315 Space Nuclear Power and Propulsion [Lect3.0] A study of the design, operation andapplication of radioisotope power generatorsand nuclear reactors for space power andpropulsion systems used on both manned andunmanned missions. Prerequisite: Math 204.

321 Nuclear Power Plant Design [Lect 3.0] Astudy of current nuclear power plant conceptsand the environmental economics and safetyconsiderations affecting their design. Includessuch topics as: thermal, mechanical andelectrical aspects of nuclear power facilities,and the nuclear fuel cycle. Prerequisites: NuEng 205 and Mc Eng 219.

323 Nuclear System Design [Lect 3.0] Acomplete design of a nuclear system (e.g.afission or fusion nuclear reactor plant, a spacepower system, a radioactive waste disposalsystem). Prerequisites: Nu Eng 311, 321.

333 Health Physics [Lect 2.0] Radiation sources,dose calculations, dose units, biological effectsof radiation, federal and state regulationsregarding radiation, proper use ofradioisotopes, operation and use of healthphysics instruments and dosimeters.Prerequisite: Nu Eng 203 or Physics 107.

335 Radiation Protection Engineering [Lect 3.0]The stopping of charged particles, photons, andneutrons by matter. Sources of radiation(nuclear reactors, radioactive wastes, x-raymachines, and accelerators). Biological effectsof radiation. Radiation protection guides.Radiation shield design. Prerequisite: Nu Eng205.

341 Nuclear Materials I [Lect 3.0] Fundamentalsof materials selection for components innuclear applications, design and fabrication ofUO2 fuel; reactor fuel element performance;mechanical properties of UO2; radiationdamage and effects, including computermodeling; corrosion of materials in nuclearreactor systems. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 205,Mt Eng 121. (Co-listed with Mt Eng 341)

345 Radioactive Waste Management andRemediation [Lect 3.0] Sources and classesof radioactive waste, long-term decay, spentfuel storage, transport, disposal options,regulatory control, materials issues, siteselection and geologic characterization,containment, design and monitoringrequirements, domestic and foreign wastedisposal programs, economic andenvironmental issues, history of disposalactions, and conduct of remedial actions and


clean up. Prerequisite: Math 204. (Co-listedwith Geo 345)

351 Reactor Kinetics [Lect 3.0] Derivation andsolutions to elementary kinetics models.Application of the point kinetics model in fast,thermal reactor dynamics, internal andexternal feedback mechanism. Rigorousderivation and solutions of the spacedependent kinetics model fission product andfuel isotope changes during reactor operation.Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205.

361 Fusion Fundamentals [Lect 3.0] Introductionto the plasma state, single particle motion,kinetic theory, plasma waves, fusion, powergeneration, radiation mechanisms, inertialconfinement and fusion devices, includingconceptual fusion power plant designs.Prerequisite: Preceded or accompanied by Math204.

381 Probabilistic Risk Assessment I [Lect 3.0] Astudy of the techniques for qualitative andquantitative assessment of reliability, safetyand risk associated with complex systems suchas those encountered in the nuclear powerindustry. Emphasis is placed on fault treeanalysis. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205.


Petroleum EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of Science


Anyone interested in providing adequate andsafe fossil energy for the future should consider acareer in petroleum engineering.

Because of the demand for oil and gas andadvances in petroleum technology, the field ofpetroleum engineering plays an important role in theworld today. As a petroleum engineering student,you will study the technology of oil and gas drilling,production, reserves estimation, and the predictionof future production. You will also study the varioustechniques for evaluating the characteristics ofPetroleum bearing formations and their fluidcontents. Modern experimental and computationaltools are utilized to study the technology of welllogging, well testing, well stimulation, petroleumreservoir engineering, secondary and tertiaryrecovery and geology. Other areas of study will

include: economic analysis of oil and gas production,reservoir simulation, and artificial lift methods.

Recent curriculum changes have been made tokeep pace with rapid advances in well testing,computer simulation, environmental concerns, andadvanced drilling techniques.

Mission StatementThe mission of the Petroleum Engineering

program is (1) to maintain a quality undergraduateprogram, and (2) to promote a small, high qualitygraduate program. It is believed the secondobjective helps both faculty and students inachieving quality at the undergraduate level. Theundergraduate program is designed to provide awell-rounded, technically strong curriculum toprepare students for a successful professional career,or for advanced study in Petroleum Engineering orother professional areas. The emphasis of theundergraduate program is on reservoir engineering;however, in preparing students for all aspects of theindustry, courses are also offered in drilling andproduction engineering. With the current industryinnovations, resulting in a combination of productionand reservoir duties in many companies, courses inthese areas have incorporated an integration ofthese concepts.

FacultyProfessors:Leonard F. Koederitz1, (Distinguished Teaching

Professor), (Department Chair), Ph.D., Universityof Missouri-Rolla

Daopu T. Numbere, Ph.D., University of Oklahoma

Associate Professors:Shari Dunn-Norman, Ph.D., Heriot-WattAnuj Gupta1, Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin


Bachelor of SciencePetroleum Engineering


SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 141-Prop of Hydrocarbon Fluids.....................3Ge Eng 50-Geology for Eng .....................................3Math 22-Calc w/Analytic Geom III............................4Physics 24-Eng Physics II........................................4Cmp Sc 74-Intro to Prog Meth1 ................................2Cmp Sc 78-Prog Meth Lab1.................................... 1

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Second SemesterEcon 121-Microecon or 122-Macroecon.....................3Math 204-Elem Diff Equa ........................................3Pe Eng 131-Drill Pract & Well Comp..........................3Pe Eng 132-Petro Prod Lab......................................1Bas En 50 or Bas En 51-Statistics ............................3History 176-Amer Hist Since 18772 ......................... 3

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JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 241-Petr Reservoir Eng ................................3Pe Eng 242-Petr Reservoir Lab ................................1Pe Eng 232-Well Logging I ......................................3El Eng 281 or El Eng 282-El Circuits .........................3Chem 221- or 241 or Geop 285 or 385 .....................3Cv Eng 230-Elem Fluid Mech .................................. 3

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Second SemesterSP&MS 85-Princ of Speech ......................................3Pe Eng Tech Elective ..............................................3Pe Eng 257-Petro Econ ...........................................3Bas En 150-Eng Mech-Dyn ......................................2Bas En 110-Mech of Mat .........................................3Ge Eng/Geology Elective3....................................... 3

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SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 316-Prod App..............................................3Mc Eng 227-Thermal Analysis ..................................3Pe Eng 310-Seminar...............................................1Pe Eng Tech Elective ..............................................3Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective .......................................3Adv Math/Stat or Cmp Sc Elective........................... 3

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Second SemesterPe Eng 335-Second Recovery of Petro ......................3Pe Eng Tech Elective ..............................................3Geo 340-Petro Geology4 .........................................3Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective .......................................3English 160-Tech Writing ........................................3Pe Eng 347-Petro Eng Design ................................. 3

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1 or Bas En 20, if Cmp Sc 73-77 selected inFreshman Year Program

2 or Pol Sc 90, Hist 112,1753 to be selected from Geo 220, Ge Eng 343, Ge

Eng 248 or Ge Eng 3354 All Petroleum Engineering students must take

the Fundamentals of Engineering Examinationprior to graduation. A passing grade on thisexamination is not required to earn a B.S.degree, however, it is the first step towardbecoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in AssessmentRequirements found elsewhere in this catalog.Students must sign a release form giving the

University access to their Fundamentals ofEngineering Examination score.

The total number of credit hours required for adegree in Petroleum Engineering is 135.

The assumption is made that a student admittedto a department has completed 35 hours creditedtowards graduation. The academic program ofstudents transferring from colleges outside of UMRwill be decided on a case by case basis.

Humanities/Social Science electives are to beselected from a list of approved courses and thesequence of course selection must provide bothbreadth and depth of content.

Petroleum Engineering students must earn thegrade of “C” or better in all Petroleum Engineeringcourses to receive credit toward graduation.

Minor Curriculum in PetroleumEngineering

The Petroleum Industry employs not onlyPetroleum but also Civil, Electrical, Chemical,Geological, Mechanical and other engineers. APetroleum Engineering minor, therefore, enhancesthe academic credentials of a student and broadenstheir employment choices. A minor in PetroleumEngineering requires 15 hours of UMR credit toinclude the following:

Required Course/Times Offered HoursPe Eng 131 Fall & Spring Semester………………….3 hrs.Pe Eng 141 Fall …………………………………………………3 hrs.Pe Eng 241 Fall ………………………………………………..3 hrs.Pe Eng 316 Fall or Pe Eng 335 Spring……………..3 hrs.One elective course*…………………………………………3 hrs. Total 15 hrs.

*The elective course is to be selected from any other200 or 300 level Petroleum Engineering coursesoffered except Seminars.

PETROLEUM ENGINEERINGCOURSES

131 Drilling Practices and Well Completions[Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Properties andoccurrence of petroleum; petroleumexploration, equipment, materials, andprocesses employed in drilling and productionpractices; well completions; oil field operation.Prerequisites: Preceded or accompanied byMath 21 and Physics 23.

132 Petroleum Production Laboratory [Lab 1.0]Properties and chemical treatment of oil welldrilling mud; methods of field testing;synthesis of drilling muds; properties of wellcements, oil well brines, oil field emulsions;


specialized oil field equipment operation.Prerequisite: Accompanied by Pe Eng 131.

141 Properties of Hydrocarbon Fluids [Lect 3.0]Physical properties of petroleum fluids;chemical components of petroleum fluids.Elementary phase behavior; calculations of thephysical properties of gases, liquids, andgas-liquid mixtures in equilibrium.Prerequisites: Chem 3, preceded oraccompanied by Cmp Sc 53 or Cmp Sc 73 andCmp Sc 77.



232 Well Logging I [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0] Anintroduction to the electrical, nuclear, andacoustic properties of rocks: theory andinterpretation of conventional well logs.Prerequisite: Physics 24 or 25.

241 Petroleum Reservoir Engineering [Lect 3.0]Properties of reservoir formations and fluids;reservoir mechanics including fluid flowthrough reservoir rock, capillary phenomena,material balance, volumetric analyses, drivemechanisms. Prerequisites: Math 22,accompanied or preceded by Pe Eng 141 orsenior standing.

242 Petroleum Reservoir Laboratory [Lab 1.0]Core analysis determination of intensiveproperties of crude oil and its products;equipment and methods used to obtainpetroleum reservoir information. Prerequisite:Accompanied by Pe Eng 241.

257 Petroleum Valuation and Economics [Lect3.0] Estimation of oil and gas reserves;engineering costs; depreciation; evaluation ofproducing properties; federal income taxconsiderations; chance factor and riskdetermination. Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241,Econ 121 or Econ 122.

271 Fundamental Digital Applications inPetroleum Engineering [Lect 3.0]Applications of Windows-based Visual Basicsolutions to engineering problems includingselected topics in fluid flow, PVT behavior,matrices in engineering solutions, translatingcurves to computer solutions,predictor-corrector material balance solutions,and graphical display of results. Prerequisite:Junior Standing.



302 Offshore Petroleum Technology [Lect 3.0]An introduction to both the practical andtheoretical aspects of development of offshoreoil fields. Practical problems include currentdrilling and workover procedures, oil storagemethods, and oil transportation problems.Theoretical topics which are introduced includethe prediction of wind, wave, and currentforces. Prerequisite: Pe Eng 131.

303 Environmental Petroleum Applications[Lect 3.0] This course is a study ofenvironmental protection and regulatorycompliance in the oil and gas industry. Theimpact of various environmental laws ondrilling and production operations will becovered. Oilfield and related wastes and theirhandling are described. Federal, state and localregulatory agencies are introduced, and theirrole in permitting and compliance monitoring ispresented. Legal and ethical responsibilities arediscussed. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

308 Applied Reservoir Simulation [Lect 3.0]Simulation of actual reservoir problems usingboth field and individual well models todetermine well spacing, secondary recoveryprospects, future rate predictions and recovery,coning effects, relative permeabilityadjustments and other history matchingtechniques. Co-requisite: Pe Eng 257.

310 Seminar [Lect 1.0] Discussion of currenttopics. (Course cannot be used for graduatecredit). Prerequisite: Senior standing in PeEng.

314 Advanced Drilling Technology [Lect 3.0]In-depth studies of cost control; holeproblems; well planning; drilling fluids andcuttings transport; hydraulics; pressurecontrol, directional drilling; drill bits;cementing; fishing; wellhead and tubulardesigns; computer modeling of drilling systemsoptimized design of drilling procedure.Prerequisites: Pe Eng 131, Cv Eng 230, Cmp Sc73.

316 Production Applications [Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0] An introduction to production engineeringtopics: single and multi-phase flow throughpipes; inflow performance; nodal systemsanalysis; perforating; acidizing; hydraulicfracturing; well completion equipment andpractices; production logging; well servicing.Prerequisites: Cv Eng 230, Pe Eng 131,preceded or accompanied by Pe Eng 241.

320 Fundamentals of Petroleum ReservoirSimulation [Lect 3.0] An introduction topetroleum reservoir simulation. Fundamentalsof finite difference approximation of the partialdifferential equations of flow through porousmedia. Discussion of various simulationschemes, data handling, boundary conditions.Use of a dry gas and black oil simulators.Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 73, Math 204.


323 Artificial Lift [Lect 3.0] This course is a studyof artificial lift methods used to produce liquids(oil/water) from wellbores. Methods coveredinclude sucker rod (piston) pumps, electricsubmersible pumps, gas lift, hydraulic lift andplunger lift. Prerequisite: Pe Eng 241 orequivalent.

329 Applied Petroleum Reservoir Engineering[Lect 3.0] Quantitative study of oil productionby natural forces, gas cap, water influx,solution gas, etc.; material balance equations,study of gas, non-retrograde gas condensate,and black oil reservoirs. Predictive calculationsof oil recovery from different reservoir types.Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241 and 242.

333 Reservoir Characterization [Lect 3.0] Theintegration and extrapolation of Geologic,Geophysical, and Petroleum Engineering datafor flow model construction.

335 Secondary Recovery of Petroleum [Lect3.0] Oil recovery by water or gas injection.Various prediction methods. Design of waterflooding projects. Cyclic steam stimulation ofoil wells, design criteria. Oil recovery fromthermally stimulated wells, prediction methods.Brief-introduction to EOR (enhanced oilrecovery) methods. Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241,242, and Mc Eng 227.

341 Well Test Analysis [Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0]Causes of low well productivity; analysis ofpressure buildup tests, drawdown tests,multi-rate tests, injection well fall off tests, andopen flow potential tests; design of well testingprocedures. Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241 andMath 204.

347 Petroleum Engineering Design [Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0] The application of engineeringprinciples in the design, selection, andinstallation of oil field equipment.Prerequisites: Pe Eng 241, 316, Bas En 110.

360 Natural Gas Engineering [Lect 3.0] Gasreserves estimation, deliverability, and futureproduction performance prediction.Deliverability testing of gas wells includingisochronal, flow after flow, drawdown andbuildup. Gasfield development andunderground storage. Gas production meteringgauging and transmission. Prerequisite:Preceded or accompanied by Pe Eng 241.

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