Ethics and Safety for Chemical Engineering

2 units · Undergraduate

Spring: 2 units This course serves as a survey of the process safety, environmental, and ethical considerations that engineers must account for in process operation and design. Students develop the ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering practice and to make informed judgments that account for global, economic, environmental, and societal impacts. In addition, students gain experience identifying and performing fundamental calculations related to common chemical engineering hazards, including pressure-related risks, particulate dispersion, fires and explosions, toxicological effects, and chemical reactivity.