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School of Materials, Energy, and EarthResources

Ceramic EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyDoctor of Engineering

The Ceramic Engineering program is offered underthe department of Materials Science and Engineering.

Ceramic engineers produce materials vital to manyadvanced and traditional technologies: electronic andoptical assemblies, aerospace parts, biomedical compo-nents, nuclear components, high temperature, corro-sion resistant assemblies, fuel cells, electronic packag-ing and so on. Ceramic engineers generally work withinorganic, nonmetallic materials processed at high tem-peratures. In the classroom, ceramic engineering stu-dents learn the relationships between engineering prop-erties and the chemistry and structure of ceramic mate-rials and go on to apply these scientific principles to thedesign of new formulations and manufacturing process-es. If you are interested in the “why” of things, ceramicengineering will definitely interest you.

Ceramic engineering usually appeals to those whohave a strong interest in finding practical applications ofthe basic sciences, especially chemistry and physics,and can be described as one of the disciplines where‘science and engineering intersect’. Design occurs at theatomic or microstructural level of solid materials. TheUMR department of ceramic engineering specializes inglass and optical materials, electronic materials, andhigh temperature materials, but the same scientific andengineering principles that are learned can be applied tothe design of new materials for other applications, in-cluding biomaterials, high strength materials, materialsfor energy generation, etc.

Most ceramic engineering classes and laboratoriesare held in McNutt Hall, but other research laboratorieson campus are available to our students. Equipment ex-ists for X-ray investigation of materials, for detection ofthermally induced changes in chemistry and structure,for high temperature processing, and for measuring awide variety of electronic, optical, magnetic, mechanicaland thermal properties. The Graduate Center for Mate-rials Research makes additional research equipmentavailable to ceramic engineers, including electron mi-croscopes, optical, infrared, and X-ray spectrometers,thermal analyzers, and high temperature/controlled at-mosphere furnaces, etc. Students may broaden theirexperience by assisting faculty in research projects, ei-ther for academic credit or for pay.

Undergraduate student organizations are very ac-tive and participation in local and national activities isencouraged. Cooperative education and internships areavailable with companies and research agencies aroundthe country. Additional information about the depart-ment is available at http://www.umr.edu/~ceramics/.

Mission StatementThe department will train the future industrial and

academic leaders in ceramic engineering by providing a

comprehensive, forward-looking and broad-based cur-riculum, which emphasizes fundamental principles,practical applications, oral and written communicationskills, and professional practice and ethics. The depart-ment is distinguished by a nationally recognized gradu-ate program that emphasizes research of significance tothe State of Missouri and the nation while providing astimulating educational environment.

The specific objectives of the ceramic engineeringprogram are to:

• Provide a comprehensive, modern ceramic engi-neering curriculum that emphasizes the applicationof fundamental knowledge and design principles tosolve practical problems;

• Maintain modern facilities for safe, hands-on labo-ratory exercises;

• Develop oral, written, and electronic communicationskills in all students;

• Coordinate leadership and team-building exercisesthat are needed for success in industrial, research,or academic careers;

• Supplement formal academic training with co-op,summer intern, and department research experi-ence to enhance student preparation for graduateschool or careers in industry, research, or academ-ics.

• Promote a dynamic and interactive learning envi-ronment in the classrooms and laboratories and en-hance student-faculty communications through ex-tra-curricular activities.

FacultyProfessors:Harlan Anderson (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D.,

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

Science and Engineering), Pennsylvania State Uni-versity

Delbert Day1, (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D.,Pennsylvania State University

Fatih Dogan, Ph.D., Technical University of Berlin, Ger-many

Wayne Huebner, Ph.D., University of Missouri-RollaP. Darrell Ownby1, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Ohio StateMohamed N. Rahaman, Ph.D., Sheffield, EnglandRobert Schwartz, Ph.D., University of Illinois-Urbana

ChampaignAssociate Professors:Gregory Hilmas, Ph.D., University of MichiganJeffrey D. Smith, Ph.D., University of Missouri-RollaAssistant Professors:William Fahrenholtz, Ph.D., University of New Mexico

1Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of ScienceCeramic EngineeringFRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditBE10-Study & Careers in Engr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 1-General Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 4-Intro. Lab Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Math 14-Calculus For Engineers I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Engl 20-Exposition & Argumentation . . . . . . . . . . . .3H/SS Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17Second SemesterChem 3-General Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 15-Calculus For Engineers II . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Phys 23-Engineering Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4H/SS Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BE 20-Eng Design & Computer Appls. . . . . . . . . 3

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SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 102-Atomic Structure Cryst . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cr Eng 104-Cer in the Modern World . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cr Eng 111-Cer Mat Lab I, Char . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Math 22-Calc w/Analy Geo III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Physics 24-Eng Physics II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Second SemesterCr Eng 103-Intro to Glass Sci & Tech . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cr Eng 122-Cer Mat Lab II-Glass & Trad Cr . . . . . . .2Math 204-Diff Equa or Stat 320 or Stat 353 . . . . . . .3H/SS Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Chem 241-Physical Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 231-Cer Proc Lab I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cr Eng 251-Phase Equilibria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Bas En 50-Engr. Mechanics Statics . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cr Eng 203-Thermal Proc in Cer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cr Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids . . . .3Cr Eng 292-Characterization of Ing Solids Lab . . . 1

15Second SemesterCr Eng 242-Cer Proc Lab II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cr Eng 259-Thermo Solid-State Materials . . . . . . . . .3Physics 107-Intro to Modern Physics . . . . . . . . . . . .3H/SS Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BE 110-Mechanics of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Statistics Elective3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditCr Eng 261-Cer Senior Design Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cr Eng 284-Elect Prop of Ceramics w/lab . . . . . . . . .4Cr Eng 338-Thermal Properties of Ceramics . . . . . . .3H/SS Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Technical Elective2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15Second SemesterCr Eng 262-Cer Senior Design Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cr Eng 306-Mech. Prop. of Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . .4Cer Eng 331-Ceramic Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Electives2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Note 1: Students may replace Chem 1, 2, and 3 withChem 5, but will need to also take an additional techni-cal elective (with advisor’s approval) to reach the 128hour requirement.Note 2: Students may substitute Math 8 and 21 forMath 14 and 15, respectively.

1) Eighteen hours of H/SS electives to be taken in ac-cordance with the School of Materials, Energy, andEarth Resources policy.

2) Technical electives must be selected from 200 and300 level engineering and science courses with theadvisor’s approval.

3) Select from any Statistics course 200 level or high-er or Emgt. 385.

4) All Ceramic Engineering students must take theFundamentals of Engineering Examination prior tograduation. A passing grade on this examination isnot required to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is thefirst step toward becoming a registered profession-al engineer. This requirement is part of the UMR as-sessment process as described in Assessment Re-quirements found elsewhere in this catalog. Stu-dents must sign a release form giving the Universi-ty access to their Fundamentals of Engineering Ex-amination score.

Specific Degree Requirements1) Total number of hours required for a degree in Ce-

ramic Engineering is 128.2) The assumption is made that a student admitted in

the department has completed 34 hours credit to-wards graduation. The academic program of stu-dents transferring from colleges outside UMR will bedecided on a case-by-case basis.

3) The department requires a total of 18 credit hoursof humanities and social science.

Ceramic Engineering Courses

90 The Ceramic Experience (Lab 1.0) Hands-onexperience with the fun of discovery through ex-perimentation in the fabrication, properties andapplications of ceramics in the modern world. Pre-requisite: Freshman standing.

102 Atomic Structure Of Crystalline Ceramics(Lect 3.0) The crystal-chemical principles used todesign and manufacture materials with specifiedproperties are developed and applied to oxides,clays, silicates and other nonmetallic compounds.

103 Introduction To Glass Science And Technolo-gy (Lect 3.0) A study of the atomic-level struc-ture of oxide glasses and the relationships be-tween composition, properties and structure ofglass-forming systems. Simple rate processes willbe introduced to explain temperature-dependentproperties. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 102.

104 Ceramics In The Modern World (Lect 2.0) Anintroduction to traditional and modern applica-tions of ceramics providing a broad overview of allaspects of current ceramic technology.

111 Ceramic Materials Laboratory I-Characteri-zation Of Materials (Lab 2.0) Laboratory expe-

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rience in collection, beneficiation, and characteri-zation of ceramic raw materials; granulation,compaction, and sintering of particulate materi-als; and characterization at an introductory level.Standard laboratory practice including safety, re-port writing, and error analysis are also empha-sized. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

122 Ceramic Materials Laboratory IIGlass AndCeramic Processing (Lab 2.0) Laboratory expe-rience in design, processing, and characterizationof glasses and ceramics. Glasses are formulated,melted and characterized to correlate compositionand properties. Clay-based ceramics are formu-lated to meet performance specifications, pre-pared by slip casting/extrusion, and fired. Prereq-uisite: Cr Eng 111.

202 Cooperative Training (Variable) On-the-job ex-perience gained through cooperative educationwith industry, with credit arranged through de-partmental cooperative advisor. Grade receiveddepends on quality of reports submitted at worksupervisor's evaluation.

203 Thermal Processes In Ceramics (Lect 3.0)Considerations in rate controlled processes in thefabrication of ceramics, packing of powders, com-minution and calcination, drying and firing of ce-ramic ware, polymorphic transformations, sinter-ing, grain growth and hot pressing, relationshipsof fabrication techniques to physical properties.

205 The Engineering Design Process (Lect 2.0)Introduction to elements of design process includ-ing strategic, planning, project, management,modelling, materials selection, engineering eco-nomics, safety, environmental issues and ethics.Prerequisite: Junior standing.

231 Ceramic Processing Lab I (Lab 2.0) The firsthalf of a two-semester sequence that gives stu-dents practical knowledge of the methods andtechniques used in the fabrication of ceramics.Prerequisite: Cr Eng 122.

242 Ceramic Processing Lab II (Lab 2.0) The sec-ond half of a two-semester sequence that givesstudents practical knowledge of the methods andtechniques used in the fabrication of ceramics.Prerequisite: Cr Eng 231.

251 Phase Equilibria (Lect 3.0) The study of unary,binary and ternary inorganic, phase equilibriumsystems with examples for solving practical engi-neering problems. Prerequisite: Chem 3.

259 Thermodynamics Of Solid-State Materials(Lect 3.0) Basic thermodynamic concepts are ap-plied to the solid state. Calculations involving en-thalpy, entropy, and Gibbs' free energy are stud-ied. Inter-relationships among properties are em-phasized. Fundamental concepts of phase equilib-ria are presented.

261 Ceramic Engineering Design Laboratory (Lab2.0) Students working in groups of 3 or 4 will beassigned a design task related to a specific tech-nology e.g. ceramic turbine blades, fuel cell elec-trodes, glass fibers, thermal insulation etc. The

first two stages will focus on product and processdesign, respectively. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 242.

262 Ceramic Engineering Design Lab (Lab 2.0) Acontinuation of Ceramic 261, students working insmall groups will fabricate and evaluate their de-signs. Design process elements such as safety as-pects, environmental issues and ethics will be in-troduced. Groups will provide oral presentationsand written reports of their results. Prerequisite:Cr Eng 261.

284 Electrical Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0and Lab 1.0) The application of ceramic chemistryand physics to the development and evaluation ofelectronic, dielectric, magnetic, and optical prop-erties. Emphasis is placed on the relationships be-tween properties and crystal structure, defects,grain boundary nature, and microstructure. Pre-requisite: Physics 107.

291 Characterization Of Inorganic Solids (Lect3.0) X-ray diffraction analysis is emphasized in-cluding lattice parameter determination, qualita-tive and quantitative analysis methods, andsources of error. In addition, the basic principlesof other common characterization techniques in-cluding electron microscopy, thermal analysis,and energy dispersive spectroscopy are dis-cussed. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 102 or Mt Eng 121 ora similar introductory course on structure ofsolids.

292 Characterization Of Inorganic Solids Labora-tory (Lab 1.0) Practical aspects of x-ray diffrac-tion analysis will be emphasized; students willgain hands-on experience in qualitative and quan-titative analysis techniques, use of electronicdatabases, and operation of modern powder dif-fractometers. Prerequisite: Preceded or accompa-nied by Cr Eng 291.

300 Special Problems (Variable) Problems or read-ings on specific subjects or projects in the depart-ment. Consent of instructor required.

301 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de-signed to give the department an opportunity totest a new course. Variable title.

306 Mechanical Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0and Lab 1.0) This course will treat the theory andtesting practice related to design based on themechanical properties of ceramics. The coursealso includes a laboratory consisting of experi-ments for the characterization of the mechanicalproperties of ceramics. Prerequisite: Bas En 110.

308 Electrical Ceramics (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Theapplication and design of ceramics for the electri-cal industry is discussed. Particular emphasis isplaced on how ceramic materials are altered tomeet the needs of a specific application. The lab-oratory acquaints the student with measurementswhich are used for electrical property evaluation.Prerequisite: Cr Eng 284.

315 Organic Additives In Ceramic Processing(Lect 2.0) Basic chemistry, structure and proper-ties or organic additives used in the ceramics in-dustry; solvents, binders, plasticizers, disper-

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sants. Use of organic additives in ceramic pro-cessing. Prerequisites: Cr Eng 203 and 231.

331 Ceramic Processing (Lect 3.0) Powder, colloidaland sol-gel processing, forming methods, drying,sintering and grain growth. Relation of processingsteps to densification and microstructure develop-ment. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

333 Microelectronic Ceramic Processing (Lect3.0) Materials, processing and design of micro-electronic ceramics are covered. Introduction todevices, triaxial ceramics, high aluminas, tapefabrication, metallizations, thick film processingand glass-to-metal seals. Prerequisites: Cr Eng203 & 242.

338 Thermal Properties Of Ceramics (Lect 3.0)This course will teach the crystal physics underly-ing heat capacity, internal energy, phonon andphoton conduction, and thermal expansion. Theseproperties will be used to rationalize the behaviorof a wide variety of ceramic materials in severethermal environments. Prerequisite: SeniorStanding.

340 Biomaterials I (Lect 3.0) This course will intro-duce senior undergraduate students to a broadarray of topics in biomaterials, including ceramic,metallic, and polymeric biomaterials for in vivouse, basic concepts related to cells and tissues,host reactions to biomaterials, biomaterials-tissuecompatibility, and degradation of biomaterials.Prerequisite: Senior undergraduate standing.

362 Thermomechanical/Electrical/Optical Prop-erties Lab (Lab 1.0) Laboratory consisting ofthree separate modules of experiments for thecharacterization of the thermomechanical, electri-cal and optical properties of ceramics. The studentwill choose one of the three modules. Prerequi-site: Bas En 110 or Cr Eng 284.

364 Refractories (Lect 3.0) The manufacture, prop-erties, uses, performance, and testing of basic,neutral and acid refractories.

369 Glass Science And Engineering (Lect 3.0) Thedevelopment, manufacturing methods, applica-tions, and properties of flat, fiber, container,chemical, and special purpose glasses. Composi-tion/property relationships for glasses and nucle-ation-crystallization processes for glass-ceramicsare also covered. Prerequisite: Cr Eng 103.

371 Dielectric And Electrical Properties Of Oxides(Lect 3.0) The processes occurring in inorganicmaterials under the influence of an electric fieldare considered from basic principles. Emphasis isplaced on application to real systems. Prerequi-site: Cr Eng 284.

377 Principles Of Engineering Materials (Lect 3.0)Examination of engineering materials with em-phasis on selection and application of materials inindustry. Particular attention is given to propertiesand applications of materials in extreme temper-ature and chemical environments. A disciplinespecific design project is required. (Not a techni-cal elective for undergraduate metallurgy or ce-

ramic majors) (Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng347, Physics 377, Mt Eng 377)

390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designedfor the undergraduate student who wishes to en-gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Notmore than six (6) credit hours allowed for gradu-ation credit. Subject and credit to be arrangedwith the instructor.

392 X-Ray Diffraction Laboratory (Lab 1.0) Practi-cal aspects of sample preparation, instrumentset-up, data collection, and analysis are covered.Students cannot receive credit for Cr Eng 292 andCr Eng 392. Prerequisite: Preceded or accompa-nied by Cr Eng 291, or Cr Eng 477, or an advancedcrystallography course.

GeologicalEngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyDoctor of EngineeringEmphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science level inenvironmental protection and hazardous wastemanagement, groundwater hydrology and con-taminant transport, engineering geology and ge-otechnics, petroleum, energy and natural re-sources, and quarry engineering. Emphasis areaat the Master of Science level in hazardous wasteengineering and science.

The Geological Engineering program is offered un-der the department of Geological Sciences and Engi-neering.

Geological Engineering is the application of geolog-ical principles in order to solve problems in the relatedareas of the geoenvironment and geotechnics. Onemight think of geological engineers as engineers focus-ing on problems related to the Earth’s natural resources,the Earth’s geological environment, and the Earth’s en-ergy and mineral wealth. Geological engineers will car-ry out site investigations of the soil, rock and fluids atand under the surface of the Earth; they will analyzedata they obtain in the field or through laboratory test-ing; they will evaluate the Earth’s environmental andgeological concerns at their particular field site; they willformulate alternative solutions to the environmental orgeological problems they face; and they will select anddevelop the most effective engineering design to allevi-ate the problem within the framework of the economic,environmental, societal and political situation in whichthey operate.

Geological engineers deal with geoenvironmentalproblems such as groundwater contamination, remedi-ation of pollution in the subsurface, and design andmonitoring of waste storage facilities such as landfillsand waste repositories. Geological engineers also work

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to protect the public from geologic hazards such aslandslides, earthquake damage, flooding, and volcaniceruptions. As the human population expands and re-quires more and more of the Earth’s resources the geo-logical engineering community will play an increasinglycritical role: in protection of the water, mineral and agri-cultural resources, in the wise use of the same, and indesigning engineering systems to minimize the impactof human activity and minimize the potential hazardsfrom environmental and geological processes.

As a geological engineer, you probably will divideyour time between field, laboratory, and office work. Inthe field, you might examine and map the extent andstructural features of rocks and soils. You may collectsamples for testing of their physical and chemical prop-erties, or you may conduct programs for on-site testing.In the laboratory, you might perform direct testing ofstrength or permeability or organize research programs.Office work will include the evaluation of data computermodeling of geological conditions, writing of scientificreports, and participation in the planning, designing,and construction of engineering projects.

Since geological engineering requires a backgroundin both science and engineering, the curriculum includesa well balanced program of geological science, basic en-gineering and applied geological engineering courses. Inaddition, the program provides flexibility through a va-riety of electives so that you may modify the generalprogram of study to select a sequence of courses specif-ically related to the environmental protection, construc-tion, mining, or petroleum industries. In this capacityyou have the opportunity to develop the program ofstudy that is most appropriately oriented toward thefield of specialization that you have chosen for your pro-fessional career.

Mission StatementIt is the mission of the Geological Engineering pro-

gram to teach integrated concepts of geology and engi-neering in such a manner that graduates will graduateas competent, ethical, professional geological engi-neers. The program is designed to provide backgroundin geological and engineering sciences courses in thelower division which support the applied analysis anddesign concepts courses taught in the upper division. Itis expected that the students will have gained the abili-ty to identify and, through analysis and design, solveproblems resulting from the interaction of man’s activi-ties with the geologic environment. The curriculum is in-tended to blend theoretical concepts with practical ap-plication, so as to offer the student a well-rounded edu-cation, and to include sufficient discussion and projectoriented work with real-world issues to provide the stu-dent with a thorough awareness of the graduate’s re-sponsibility to society. Since geological engineering stu-dents are oriented toward careers in environmental pro-tection, social awareness and the engineer’s responsi-bility to both client and society is strongly emphasizedthroughout the curriculum, particularly in the seniorseminar and design courses.

FacultyProfessors:David Barr1, (Emeritus), Ph.D., PurdueJeffrey Cawlfield1, Ph.D., University of California-Berke-

leyC. Dale Elifrits2, (Emeritus), Ph.D., UMRJay Gregg2 (Department Chair of Geological Sciences

and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan StateJohn Rockaway2, (Emeritus), Ph.D., Purdue Don Warner (Emeritus and Dean Emeritus), Ph.D., Cal-

ifornia-BerkeleyAssociate Professor:T.M. (Mike) Whitworth, Ph.D., PurdueJ. David Rogers2, (Karl Hasselmann Chair), Ph.D., Cali-

fornia-BerkeleyAssistant Professors:Norbert Maerz1, Ph.D., University of WaterlooA. Curt Elmore1, Ph.D., University of ArizonaLeslie Gertsch, Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Registered Geologist

Bachelor of ScienceGeological EngineeringFRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 14-Calculus for Engineers I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 1-General Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 4-Intro Lab Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1English 20-Exposition & Argumentation . . . . . . . . . .3BE 10-Study & Careers in Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1H/SS Elective (a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17Second Semester Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chemistry/Geochemistry Elective (b) . . . . . . . . . . . .3BE 20-Engineering Design w/Comp . . . . . . . . . . . .3Physics 23-Engineering Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4H/SS Elective (a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 22-Calc w/Analytic Geometry III . . . . . . . . . . .4Physics 24-Engineering Physics II . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Computer Programming elective(c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 50-Geology for Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Economics Elective (Econ 121 or 122) . . . . . . . . . . 3

17Second SemesterMath 204-Elementary Differential Equations . . . . . . .3Bas Eg 50-Statics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 110-Principles of Ge Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Geo 125-Physical Mineralogy & Petrology . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 275-Geomorphology & Terrain Analysis . . . . .3Humanities/Soc Sci Elective(a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CreditBas En 150-Dynamics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 248-Fund of Geographic Info Systems . . . . .3Hum/Soc Sc Elective(a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Earth Energy Elective(d) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

14Second SemesterCv Eng 230-Fluid Mechanics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 220-Structural Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Geophysics Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Communications Elective(e) . . . . . . . . . . . .3Humanities/Soc. Sci elective(a) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

16SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditGe Eng 343-Subsurface Exploration or Geo 340-Petroleum Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 310- Senior Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.5Ge Eng 331-Subsurface Hydrology . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 341-Eng Geology & Geotechnics . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 350-Geol Eng Senior Design. . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics orMi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Second SemesterGe Eng 374-Eng Geologic Field Methods . . . . . . . . .3Ge Eng 310- Senior Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.5Earth Mechanics Elective(f) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Eng Econ Elective(g) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Electives(h) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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a) The sequence of course selection must provideboth breadth and depth of content and must be se-lected from the list of approved Humanities/SocialScience electives available from your advisor. A to-tal of 18 hours of humanities and social sciencecredit is required.

b) The Chemistry/Geochemistry elective must be se-lected from chemistry, geochemistry or biologycourses as approved by your advisor.

c) The Computer Programming elective must be a 3-hrcourse focused on computer programming such asFORTRAN, C++, Visual Basic, or other programmingplatform as approved by your advisor.

d) The Earth Energy Elective must be a 3-hr coursefocused on the petroleum, mining, or other earthenergy systems. Typical courses might be PE 131,PE 141, PE 232, PE 241, Geol 223, Geol 340, andGeol 332.

e) The Technical Communications elective should be a3-hr course such as Engl 160 - Technical Writing, orSpeech and Media Studies 85. Other courses fo-cused on technical or scientific communication maybe acceptable for this elective.

f) To be selected from GE 371, GE 381, Mining 231, PE141, PE 241, CE 215, CE 229, or CE 315.

g) To be selected from CE 241, Eng Mgt 208, Eng Mgt209, or PE 257.

h) To be selected from advanced courses in geological,mining, petroleum or civil engineering, geology orother courses in the School of Materials, Energy, andEarth Resources and School of Engineering with ap-proval of your advisor. Must contain design contentand must be approved by your advisor.

i) All GE students must take the Fundamentals of En-gineering Examination prior to graduation. A passinggrade is not required; however, it is the first step to-ward becoming a registered professional engineer.This requirement is part of the UMR assessmentprocess. Students must sign a release form givingthe University access to their Fundamentals of Engi-neering Examination score.

j) Geological engineering students must earn thegrade of “C” or better in all geological engineeringcourses to receive credit toward graduation. The to-tal number of credit hours required for a degree inGeological Engineering is 128. The assumption ismade that a student admitted to the Department hascompleted 34 hours toward graduation to fulfill therequirements of the Freshman Engineering program.

Minor in Geological EngineeringGeological Engineering offers employment opportu-

nities for a broad spectrum of disciplines including Civil,Mining, Nuclear, and Petroleum Engineering as well asfor geologists and geophysists. A minor in GeologicalEngineering or Engineering Geology, therefore, en-hances the academic credentials of a student andbroadens employment choices. A minor in GeologicalEngineering requires 15 hours of UMR credit to includethe following:Ge Eng 501-Geo for Eng or Phy Geo . . . . . . . . . .3 hrsGe Eng 275-Geomorphology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 hrsGe Eng 331-Groundwater Hydrology . . . . . . . . .3 hrs.Ge Eng 341-Eng Geo & Geotechnics . . . . . . . . .3 hrs.Ge Eng Elective2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 hrs.

15 hrs.1Geo 051 may be substituted for geology and geo-physics majors.2To be selected with geological engineering advisor ap-proval

Geological Engineering Emphasis AreasElectives are selected by the student with advisor

approval. Some appropriate electives are listed for eachemphasis area.

Environmental Protection andHazardous Waste Management

• Ge Eng 335-Environmental Geological Engineering• Ge Eng 337-Geological Aspects of Hazardous Waste

Management• Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology

and Transport Mechanics• Ge Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering Practice


• Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in EnvironmentalGeology and Engineering

• Ge Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining• Ge Eng 333-Risk Assessment in Environmental

Studies• Ge Eng 339-Groundwater Remediation

Groundwater Hydrology andContaminant Transport

• Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrologyand Transport Mechanics

• Ge Eng 333-Risk Assessment in EnvironmentalStudies

• Ge Eng 339-Groundwater Remediation• Ge Eng 372-Soil Science in Engineering Practice• Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental

Geology and Engineering• Pe Eng 341-Well Test Analysis• Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics• Pe Eng 232-Well Logging

Engineering Geology and Geotechnics• Ge Eng 371-Rock Engineering• Cv Eng 215-Elementary Soil Mechanics• Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics• Cv Eng 229-Foundation Engineering• Mi Eng 308-Drilling and Blasting• Ge Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info Systems• Ge Eng 353-Regional Geological Engineering Prob-

lems in North America• Ge Eng 315-Statistical Methods in Environmental

Geology and Engineering

Petroleum, Energy andNatural Resources

• Pe Eng 241-Petroleum Reservoir Engineering• Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics• Ge Eng 346-Applications of Geographic Info Systems• Ge Eng 381-Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology

and Transport Mechanics• Geo 341-Applied Petroleum Geology• Pe Eng 232-Well Logging I• Pe Eng 257-Petroleum Economic Valuation• Pe Eng 341-Well Test Analysis

Quarry Engineering• Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics• Cv Eng 215-Soil Mechanics• Cv Eng 216-Construction Materials-Properties and

Testing • Ge Eng 371-Rock Engineering• Ge Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining• Mi Eng 221-Mining Exploration• Mi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives Engineering• Mi Eng 308-Drilling and Blasting• Mi Eng 345-Strata Control

Geological Engineering Courses50 Geology For Engineers. (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)

A study of earth materials, surface features, sur-

face and internal structures and their relationshipto engineering works. Analysis of the agents ofweathering, erosion, diastrophism and their ef-fects on engineering construction.

51 Physical and Environmental Geology (Lect3.0 and Lab 1.0) Materials, structures and otherfeatures of the Earth and planetary bodies arestudied in the context of Earth resource hazardsand environmental challenges. The laboratory fo-cuses on the study of common rocks and miner-als, air photographs, maps, and case studies ofgeological problems. One field trip is required.(Co-listed with Geology 51)


110 Principles Of Geological Engineering (Lect1.0) Introduction to the concepts defining the ap-plication of geologic science to the solution ofproblems in engineering practice, including fieldtrips to illustrate current examples of profession-al responsibility.

123 Osha 40 Hr Hazwopper Course (Lab 1.0) Thiscourse covers environmental health and safetyconsiderations required by federal regulation towork with hazardous substances. The coursemeets training and performance standards forworking at sites of uncontrolled hazardous wasteand at sites requiring emergency response opera-tions following the release of hazardous sub-stances.



235 Environmental Geoscience (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) A basic course which integrates principles ofbasic geology and geologic processes with the ac-tivities of man. Essential elements of physical ge-ology and surfacial processes are covered in lec-tures and laboratories, along with present-day en-vironmental issues (waste disposal, air and waterquality). Prerequisite: Junior status.

236 Basic Weather (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) A courseto study basic concepts of atmospheric sciencesuch as air masses, frontal weather patterns andweather forecasting. The course also will includetopics on climate and severe weather. Prerequi-sites: Physics 23, Ge Eng 50. (Co-listed withPhysics 236)

248 Fundamentals Of Geographic InformationSystems (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Introduction tothe fundamental, concepts and components ofGeographic Information Systems. Techniques foracquiring, manipulating and analyzing digital ter-rain data for geological and geotechnical applica-tions. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275.

249 Fundamentals Of Computer Applications InGeological Engineering (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)Applications of existing and available software

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packages utilizing a variety of hardware systemsfor geological engineering purposes. Emphasis onpractical utilization of personal computers andnetwork operations for graphical analysis of geo-logic data, mapping of surface and subsurfaceconfigurations and modeling of geologic process-es. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50, Cmp Sc 73, 77.

275 Geomorphology And Terrain Analysis (Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0) Study of geomorphic processes,landform development and surfical materials.Course content stresses the evaluation of the en-gineering properties of terrain factors for site se-lection and design of engineered structures. Pre-requisite: Ge Eng 50.



310 Seminar (Lect 0.5) Discussion of current topics.Prerequisite: Senior standing.

315 Statistical Methods In Environmental Geolo-gy And Engineering (Lect 3.0) Study of statis-tical methods applicable to geologic investigationsin environmental protection studies. Topics in-clude design of test programs to meet regulatoryguidelines, statistical procedures for analysis oftest data and applicable statistical techniques forcomparing test conclusions with regulatory crite-ria.

331 Subsurface Hydrology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)Introduction to the theory and engineering con-cepts of the movement of subsurface fluids. Prop-erties of water and other subsurface fluids. Hy-draulic characteristics of earth materials. Engi-neering problems related to subsurface fluids.Prerequisite: Ge Eng 50.

333 Risk Assessment In Environmental Studies(Lect 3.0) This course will present the conceptsrequired to assess the human health and environ-mental risks resulting from contaminants in soiland groundwater. Course topics include evalua-tion of data sets, exposure calculation, chemicalfate and transport, and development of conceptu-al site models.

335 Environmental Geological Engineering (Lect3.0) Introduction to engineering geologic map-ping for site selection for solid waste disposal fa-cilities; landfill site selection, design, permitting,construction, operation, and closeout/reclama-tion. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 275, accompanied orpreceded by Cv Eng 215.

337 Geological Aspects Of Hazardous WasteManagement (Lect 3.0) Nature and classifica-tion of hazardous wastes; federal and state regu-lation for treatment and disposal; geological char-acterization of facility sites; design of impound-ments, storage and containment facilities; groundwater monitoring and protection; site permittingand licensing planning. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275.

339 Groundwater Remediation (Lect 3.0) A surveyof conventional and innovative techniques for re-mediation of contaminated groundwater. Topicsinclude groundwater cleanup standards, physico-chemical properties of groundwater and contami-nants, fate and transport of contaminants in thesubsurface, hydrogeologic site characterization,and selection process of a remedial technology.Various computer programs developed to assist inpreliminary selection and design of remediationtechnologies will be used. Prerequisite: Ge Eng331.

340 Field Operations In Ground Water Hydrology(Lect 3.0) A survey of ground water field opera-tions. Topics include ground water exploration,well drilling methods, drilling fluids, well screens,water and monitoring well design, well develop-ment and testing, and pumps. A design projectwill be completed. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 331.

341 Engineering Geology And Geotechnics (Lect3.0) Study of procedures and techniques used toevaluate geologic factors for site selection and thedesign of engineered structures. Prerequisite: GeEng 275.

342 Military Geology (Lect 3.0) This course will fa-miliarize geologists, geophysicists, civil and geo-logical engineers with the fundamental principlesof physical geology, geohydrology and geomor-phology as applied to military problems, such asdevelopment of fortitications, core infrastructure,water resources and combat engineering require-ments. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 275 or graduatestanding.

343 Subsurface Exploration (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)Lectures and field and laboratory exercises in theuse of geologic and geophysical techniques forevaluation of subsurface geology and resources.Prerequisite: Cv Eng 215 or Pe Eng 131.

344 Remote Sensing Technology (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Principles of digital image processing includ-ing image enhancement and multispectral classi-fication. Emphasis upon design and implementa-tion of remote sensing systems and analysis of re-motely sensed data for geotechnical and environ-mental investigations. Prerequisite: Ge Eng 248.

346 Applications Of Geographic Information Sys-tems (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Applications of geo-graphic information systems and remote sensingto environmental monitoring, mineral resourceexploration and geotechnical site evaluation. Pre-requisite: Ge Eng 275 or consent of instructor.

349 Computer Applications In Geological Engi-neering (Lect 3.0) Advanced topics in computerapplications including: statistical analysis, geo-statistical modeling, groundwater and contami-nant transport simulation, computer contouringalgorithms, and digital image processing. Empha-sis is on understanding the mathematical algo-rithms and computer implementation as well asthe practical application to site investigation, de-cision making, and modeling projects. Prerequi-site: Ge Eng 249.


350 Geological Engineering Design (Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0) Geological engineering design is anopen-ended project course requiring the collec-tion of data, analysis and synthesis of that dataand design of a socially acceptable, economicalsolution to the selected problem. Oral and writtenreports are required. Prerequisite: To be taken inthe semester before graduation.

351 Geological Engineering Case Histories (Lect3.0) This course presents significant concepts ingeological engineering practices by using exam-ples from practical experience to illustrate the ob-jectives. The examples will be drawn from classiccase histories as well as the professional experi-ence of the instructor.

353 Regional Geological Engineering ProblemsIn North America (Lect 3.0) A physiographicapproach to engineering materials and problems.Course emphasizes the distribution and engineer-ing characteristics of soil and rock to constructionand site problems and includes aggregates, foun-dations, excavations, surface and ground water,slope stability and arctic conditions.

371 Rock Engineering (Lect 3.0) Data requirementsfor design; engineering properties of rock; char-acterization of fractures and rock masses; stere-onet analysis of discontinuities; graphic analysisof failure; ground stress distribution; tunnel con-struction methods; ground support principles; se-lection of tunneling equipment; and specificationsfor underground construction. Prerequisite: GeEng 275.

372 Soil Science In Engineering Practice (Lect3.0) A study of the ways in which soils and geo-logic conditions influence engineered projects.Soil formation, soil chemistry and properties to in-clude composition, organic component, ion ex-change and water relationships as well as erosioncontrol and revegetation will be covered. Prereq-uisite: Ge Eng 275.

373 Geologic Field Methods (Lab 3.0) Field practicein geologic mapping and interpretaton in theWestern United States using topographic basemaps and aerial photos. Emphasizes the descrip-tion and interpretation of stratigraphic sections,sedimentary and tectonic structures. Prerequi-site: Two courses in either Geology or GeologicalEngineering.

374 Engineering Geologic Field Methods (Lab 3.0)Instruction in methods of field investigation re-quired for engineering geological studies. Coursewill include procedures for interpretative mappingof surficial geologic conditions, site characteriza-tion, and evaluation of geologic hazards. Writtenreports are required. Prerequisite: Geo 373.

375 Aggregates And Quarrying (Lect 3.0) Proper-ties and uses of aggregates. Finding aggregatedeposits and methods of extraction. Aggregateprocessing. Aggregate testing. Economics andpolitics of aggregates. Special topics in aggre-gates and quarrying. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50, GeEng 275.

376 Environmental Aspects Of Mining (Lect 3.0)Permitting: the legal environment of reclamationand environmental impact assessment; post-min-ing land-use selection and mine planning for opti-mum reclamation of all mines: metal, nonmetal,and coal; unit operations of reclamation;drainage, backfill, soil replacement, revegetation,maintenance, etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; MiEng 324 and 326 or prereq./coreq. Cv Eng 215.(Co-listed with Mi Eng 376)

381 Intermediate Subsurface Hydrology AndContaminant Transport Mechs (Lect 3.0) Astudy of the physical/chemical properties of rocksand sediments in the subsurface environment.Emphasis is put on waterrock properties such aspermeability, capillarity, and mechanical disper-sion. Both microscopic and macroscopic ap-proaches are used. Prerequisites: Cv Eng 230 &Ge Eng 331.


Geology andGeophysicsBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyEmphasis areas at the Bachelor of Science level ingeochemistry, geology, geophysics, groundwaterand environmental geochemistry, and petroleum ge-ology.

The Geology and Geophysics program is offered underthe department of Geological Sciences and Engineering.

Geology, geochemistry and geophysics study thehistory, composition, and structure of Earth and otherplanetary bodies. The expertise and activities in the De-partment of Geology and Geophysics make The Univer-sity of Missouri-Rolla one of the leading U.S. researchuniversities. Faculty and students are investigating ar-eas such as the study of nuclear waste disposal, groundwater pollution, palynostratigraphy (micro fossils), geo-physical characterization of geological hazards (e.g.,earthquakes, collapsed caverns) and geotechnical prob-lems (e.g., bridge and roadway degradation), 3D seis-mic applications to petroleum exploration, evolution ofpetroleum reservoirs, genesis of ore deposits, the roleof magmatism and tectonics, and industrial processingof minerals. The Department provides the only programin Missouri in geophysics and geochemistry with an em-phasis upon exploration and environmental applica-tions.

Students are drawn to geology and geophysics by adesire to explore a topic that is for many a personal pas-

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sion. As a student in the Department of Geology andGeophysics, you may become involved in a wide rangeof studies. We have students investigating their worldand beyond in areas as diverse as planetary geology,fossils and evolution, volcanology, development of cavesystems, exploration for oil and gas, adsorption of pol-lutants by soils, imaging near-surface structures usingground penetrating radar, ore mineralization, creation ofmountain systems, the beauty of minerals, to name buta few. Many courses involve work outdoors within thestate of Missouri as well as in national parks such as theGrand Canyon. You may even find yourself snorkelingover a coral reef in the Caribbean Sea.

In the first two years of study, students develop astrong foundation in geology through the core curricu-lum. This foundation is strengthened by course work inchemistry, physics, mathematics and computer science,and the humanities and social sciences. Students beginto take more specialized courses pertaining to their par-ticular area of interest in their junior and senior years.The numerous elective courses offered by the Geologyand Geophysics Department, as well as courses outsidethe department, provide our majors with the flexibilityto custom design an emphasis area of their choice, fo-cusing in on aspects of Earth Science that are of mostinterest to them. In this way, our majors develop abroad understanding of the fundamentals of our diversediscipline while preserving this important opportunity todevelop their own passion within geology and geo-physics.

The Earth Sciences have been an integral part ofUMR since its founding in 1870. Our student organiza-tions in geology and geophysics are among the oldest inthe nation and include the Dake Society, American As-sociation of Petroleum Geologists, Society of ExplorationGeophysicists, and the Sigma Gamma Epsilon (EtaChapter) honor society. These organizations provide nu-merous opportunities for social and scientific interactionamong students, professionals, and faculty.

The Department of Geology and Geophysics is lo-cated in McNutt Hall and it is especially well endowedwith modern, state-of-the-art equipment for teachingand research in most areas of the Earth Sciences. Theavailability of such equipment provides our studentswith an excellent laboratory and field educational expe-rience. In addition, cooperative studies with the Mis-souri Geological Survey and the U.S. Geological Surveyprovide students with opportunities for part time em-ployment and on-the-job experience while they pursuetheir degree.

Geological Scientists enjoy their work. As a profes-sional geologist or geophysicist you may explore for oil,gas, and coal to provide for our nation's energy needs.You may search for minerals critical to industry. Youmay become involved in minimizing environmental haz-ards. In all cases, you will have the opportunity to workout-of-doors, in the lab, and with cutting edge technol-ogy.

Mission Statement1) Provide the highest quality education to students

from the state of Missouri, the nation, and abroadleading to the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in ge-ology and geophysics. Prepare students for profes-sional careers in five emphasis areas: geology, geo-chemistry, geophysics, groundwater and environ-mental geochemistry, and petroleum geology. Pro-vide service courses for students in related depart-ments (including geological engineering, mining en-gineering, petroleum engineering, metallurgical en-gineering, ceramic engineering, civil engineering,physics, biology and chemistry) as well as many ofthe departments in the humanities and liberal arts.

2) The Department has both the opportunity and themission to engage in basic and applied researchthat contributes to the solution of problems relat-ed to Mankind and the environment. To meet thisgoal, the Department collaborates on projects thattranscend the traditional boundaries between sci-entific and engineering disciplines. Faculty andstudents commonly conduct research with geolo-gists in the Rolla offices of the United States Geo-logical Survey and the Missouri Geological Survey,with scientists and engineers from various disci-plines at UMR and other campuses of the Universi-ty of Missouri system, as well as with other EarthScientists in universities within the United Statesand abroad (e.g., Ireland, Republic of SouthAfrica).

3) Provide graduates to the mining, petroleum,groundwater, and environmental industries; to theMissouri Geological Survey, the U.S. Geological Sur-vey and other government research institutions.

4) Provide professional service in the fields of geology,geophysics, geochemistry, groundwater and envi-ronmental geology. Such service includes the iden-tification of minerals, rocks, and fossils that aresent to the department, the assessment of geolog-ic hazards, contributing to the development andoperation of professional organizations, and whencalled upon, assisting local and state agencies withthe evaluation of geological problems.

5) Provide a strong foundation in fundamental principlesof geology and geophysics for undergraduate studentswho desire to pursue opportunities for advanced re-search in the top graduate schools across the UnitedStates. Our graduates have continued their educationin prestigious programs, including Arizona State, Cali-fornia-Berkeley, Colorado, Colorado School of Mines,Delaware, MIT, Michigan, Michigan State, Oklahoma,Stanford, Texas, Virginia Tech, Washington, Universityof Missouri-Columbia and the University of Missouri-Rolla.

FacultyProfessors:Neil L. Anderson2, Ph.D., CalgaryJay Gregg2 (Department Chair of Geological Sciences

and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan StateRobert Laudon,1,2 Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin

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Associate Professors:Estella A. Atekwana, Ph.D., Dalhousie UniversityJohn P. Hogan, Ph.D., Virginia Poly Tech.Francisca Oboh-Ikuenobe2, Ph.D., CambridgeDavid J. Wronkiewicz, Ph.D., New Mexico Institute of

Mining and TechnologyAssistant Professors:Eliot A. Atekwana, Ph.D., Western Michigan UniversityAdjunct Professors:John Burst, Ph.D., University of Missouri-RollaWaldemar M. Dressel, B.S., Mining Engineering, Univer-

sity of Missouri-Rolla w/Geology emphasisCharles Robertson, M.A., University of Missouri-ColumbiaJames E. Vandike, M.S., South Dakota School of Mines Lecturers:William W. Little, Ph.D., University of ColoradoPatrick S. Mulvany, Ph.D., University of Missouri-RollaCheryl Seeger, Lecturer, Ph.D., University of Missouri-

RollaEmeritus ProfessorsSheldon Grant (Emeritus), Ph.D., UtahRichard Hagni1,2 (Curators’ Professor Emeritus), Ph.D.,

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

Missouri-RollaRichard Rechtien (Emeritus), Ph.D., Washington UniversityGerald Rupert (Emeritus), Ph.D., University of Missouri-

RollaAlfred Spreng1,2 (Emeritus), Ph.D., Wisconsin1 Certified Professional Geologist2 Registered Geologist

Bachelor of ScienceGeology and GeophysicsFRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 4-College Algebra or Sci & Eng Elective . . . . . .3Math 6-Trig (or 2 hours free electives) . . . . . . . . . . .2English 20-Exposition and Argumentation . . . . . . . .3Chem 4-Intro to Lab Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Geo 51-Physical Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Free elective(1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

14Second SemesterMath 8-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry I . . . . . . . . . .5Chem 1-General Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth(5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

14SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMath 21-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry II . . . . . . . . .5History (112,175 or 176) or Pol Sc 90 . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography . . . . . . . . . .5Geo 338 or Cmp Sc 53, 71 or 73 & 77 . . . . . . . . . . 3

16Second SemesterEnglish 60 (writing course) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Econ 121-Prin of Micro or 122-Prin of Macro . . . . . . .3Geo 130-Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology(5) . . . . .5Geo-275-Intro to Geochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

14

JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPhysics 23-Engineering Physics I(2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Stat 213,215,217 or Ge Eng 315-Stat . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 220-Structural Geology(5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Hum/Soc Sci Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17

Second SemesterPhysics 24-Engineering Physics II(2) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Geo 223/224-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation Lab . . . .4Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Free Elective(1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

14

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

6SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditElective (Science & Eng)(3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Elective (Geo & Geop)(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Hum/Soc Sci Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

18Second SemesterElectives (Science & Eng)(3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Electives (Geo & Geop)(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Geo 210-Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Geop 381-Global Tectonics(5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

161) Free elective hours may be taken in any combina-

tion of credit hours (1,2,3 etc.) and can include anycourse offerings at the University.

2) Students may substitute Physics 21 and 22 forPhysics 23; Physics 25 and 26 for Physics 24.

3) All Geology/Geophysics students must complete atleast 15 hours of course work in science (which mayinclude additional Geology/Geophysics courses),mathematics, and/or engineering in addition to Ge-ology/Geophysics, mathematics, and science cours-es required for the basic program. 12 hours of thiscourse work must be numbered 100 or above.

4) All Geology/Geophysics students including thosetaking emphasis areas, must complete at least 18hours of course work numbered 200 or above in theGeology and Geophysics department, in addition tothe required core curriculum. Of these 18 hours, atleast one course should be selected from each ofthree (out of five) emphasis area groups listed inthe program.

5) Communications emphasized (CE) courses

Core CurriculumTaken by all students in Geology & Geophysics.

CreditGeo 51-Physical Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Geo 52-Evolution of the Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Geo 113-Mineralogy & Crystallography . . . . . . . . . .5Geo 130-Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology . . . . . . .5


Geo 210-Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Geo 220-Structural Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Geo 223-Stratigraphy & Sedimentation . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 224-Stratigraphy Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 373-Field Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 374-Advanced Field Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Geop 381-Global Tectonics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Total 39

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 12In addition, to complete degree requirements with anemphasis area in Groundwater and Environmental Geol-ogy students must complete 4 courses (12 hours mini-mum) to be selected from an approval list and withguidance 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 15In addition to complete degree requirements with an em-phasis area in General Geology students must complete4 courses (12 hrs. minimum) to be selected from an ap-proved list and with guidance from 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 21In addition, to complete degree requirements with anemphasis area in Geophysics students must complete 2courses (6 hrs. minimum) to be selected from an ap-proved list and with guidance from student’s advisor.

Groundwater and EnvironmentalGeochemistry Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required:

CreditGeo 275 Intro to Geochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 375 Applied Geochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Geo 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 15In addition, to complete degree requirements with anemphasis area in Groundwater and Environmental Geol-ogy students must complete 4 courses (12 hrs. mini-mum) to be selected from an approval list and withguidance from student’s advisor.

Petroleum Geology Emphasis AreaThe following courses are required:

CreditGeo 227-Systematic Paleontology . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 275-Intro to Geochemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Geo 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 20In addition, to complete degree requirements with anemphasis area in Petroleum Geology students mustcomplete two courses (6 hours minimum) to be select-ed from an approval list and with guidance from stu-dent’s advisor.

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

dition to those taken to satisfy the student’s major cur-riculum. Choice of courses for the minor must be ap-proved by both the student’s major and minor depart-ments. Suggested courses:

Geo 51(3) Geo 275(3)Geo 52(4) Geo 294(3)Geo 113(5) Geo 324(3)Geo 220(4) Geo 373(3)Geo 223(3) Geop 380(3)Geo 254(2) Geop 382(3)

Geology Courses

51 Physical And Environmental Geology (Lect3.0 and Lab 1.0) Materials, structures and otherfeatures of the Earth and planetary bodies arestudied in the context of Earth resource hazardsand environmental challenges. The laboratory fo-cuses on the study of common rocks and miner-als, air photographs, maps, and case studies ofgeological problems. One field trip is required.(Co-listed with Geo Eng 51)

52 Evolution Of The Earth (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0)A survey of the physical and biological history ofthe earth from the coalescence of the solar sys-tem to the present. A one day field trip at studentexpense is required. Prerequisites: RecommendGe Eng 50 or Geo 51 or Bio 110 but not required.



113 Mineralogy And Crystallography (Lect 4.0 andLab 1.0) An introduction to the study of minerals,including their systematic classification, crystal-lography, morphology, chemistry, societal use,geologic occurrence, environmental applicationand impact, and identification by means of theirphysical and chemical properties. Prerequisites:Chem 1 and Chem 2.

125 Physical Mineralogy And Petrology (Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0) An introduction to the study of phys-ical mineralogy and petrology, overviewing sys-tematic determination of minerals and rocks bymeans of their physical properties. Includes therecognition of crystal forms and field relationshipsof rocks. Course designed for non-geology ma-jors, credit will not count towards a geology-geo-physics degree. Prerequisites: Chem 1 and Chem2 or Chem 5; Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51

130 Igneous And Metamorphic Petrology (Lect4.0 and Lab 1.0) A comprehensive study ofmegascopic and microscopic characteristics of ig-neous and metamorphic rocks. Fundamental the-ories for their origin are presented. The class in-cludes an intensive four day trip examining theserock types in the field. Prerequisite: Geo 113.



210 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics.Required for two semesters during senior year.

211 Optical Mineralogy (Lab 2.0) The optical prop-erties of minerals and their use in mineral identi-fication. The identification of minerals using thepetrographic microscope is taught with emphasison the oil immersion method. Prerequisite: Geo113.

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 and behaviorof rocks under different geologic conditions areemphasized. Field trip fee required. Prerequisite:Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50.

223 Stratigraphy And Sedimentation (Lect 3.0)Principles of physical stratigraphy, bio-stratigra-phy and introductory sedimentation. Introductionto depositional systems, facies, unconformaties,stratigraphic nomenclature and correlation. Onefield trip at student expense is required. Prerequi-site: Geo 130 or Geo 125.

224 Stratigraphy Lab (Lab 1.0) This course re-en-forces the principles of stratigraphy and sedimen-tation through the use of "hands-on" laboratoryprocedures such as seive and pipette analyses,correlation problems, fence diagrams and strati-graphic maps. One field trip at student expense isrequired. Prerequisite: Concurrent with Geo 223.

227 Systematic Paleontology (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Introduction to the study of fossil inverte-

brates. Emphasis of the course is on fossil mor-phology, classification, and environmental rela-tionships. Prerequisite: Geo 52.

254 Map And Airphoto Interpretation (Lect 1.0and Lab 1.0) Geologic interpretation from topo-graphic maps and aerial photographs, in order todevelop geologic maps, geologic cross-sections,structure contour maps, and other means of de-picting geology. Prerequisites: Geo 52 and 220.

260 Methods Of Karst Hydrogeology (Lect 3.0)This course is designed to familiarize geologistsand geological engineers with karst hydrogeology.It will include the formation of karst, aquatic geo-chemistry in karst areas, identifying karst fea-tures and understanding their hydrologic signifi-cance. The techniques for investigating ground-water in karst areas will be emphasized, and willinclude groundwater tracing using fluorescentdyes. Several field trips at student expense will berequired. Prerequisites: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50 andGeo 223.

275 Introduction To Geochemistry (Lect 3.0) Ap-plication of basic chemical principals towards in-vestigations of element distributions in geologicsystems. Emphasis on origin of elements in ourSolar System, element distribution during plane-tary formation, phase equilibria, rock-water inter-actions, thermodynamic principles, environmen-tal and isotope geochemistry. Prerequisite: Chem1.

286 Introduction To Geophysical Data Analysis(Lect 3.0) The principles of time series and spaceseries data analysis, digitization and aliasing, fre-quency-wavenumber spectra, digital filtering, lin-ear system theory, complex number spaces, vec-tor spaces, and matrix methods. Prerequisites:Cmp Sc 63 & 73, Physics 25, & Math 204 (or con-current registration).

294 Metallic And Industrial Mineral Deposits(Lect 3.0) Basic processes involved in the forma-tion of metallic and industrial mineral deposits il-lustrated by typical examples of deposits fromthroughout the world. Exploration and economicfactors in mineral exploration and developmentare reviewed. Two all day field trips at student ex-pense required. Prerequisites: Geo 51 and 113.



305 Hydrogeology (Lect 3.0) This course discussesgeologic aspects of major surface and subsurfacehydrologic systems of North America. Chemicaland physical relationships between groundwaterand fractures, faults, karst, subsurface pressures,mineral deposits plus both contaminant and hy-drocarbon migration are discussed. Prerequisites:Ge Eng 50 or Geo 51, Geo 223 recommended.

312 Ore Microscopy (Lect 1.0 and Lab 2.0) A studyof polished sections of minerals and ores under


reflected light. Includes the preparation of pol-ished sections, the identification of ore minerals,and the study of the textures, associations, andalterations of ore minerals. Prerequisite: Geo 113.

324 Advanced Stratigraphy And Basin Evolution(Lect 3.0) Advanced topics in sedimentary geolo-gy including: tectonic controls on sedimentarybasin development, global sequence stratigraphy,regional facies and diagenetic patterns, basin hy-drogeology, thermal evolution of basins and dis-tribution of economic resources. Prerequisites:Geo 223, 220, preceded or accompanied by Geo275 recommended.

325 Advanced Physical Geology (Lect 3.0) Historyand materials of the Earth's crust, structures andgeological features of the surface. Study of com-mon minerals and rocks, topographic and geolog-ic maps, depositional systems, sedimentary clas-sification systems. Prerequisite: Consent of in-structor.

329 Micropaleontology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) In-troduction to the preparation and study of micro-scopic fossils. Prerequisite: Geo 227.

330 Granites And Rhyolites (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0)Processes governing the generation and crystal-lization of felsic magma will be covered, with spe-cific reference to: 1) crust vs mantle sources, 2)melt migration and emplacement, 3) magmachamber dynamics, 4) the volcanic-plutonic con-nection, and 5) the relationship to tectonic set-ting. A field trip at the student's expense is re-quired. Prerequisite: Geo 130.

332 Depositional Systems (Lect 3.0) Depositionalsystems and their interpretation using seismicstratigraphy. Emphasis on deltaic formations,submarine fans, carbonate depositional environ-ments and their recognition using reflection seis-mic techniques. Field trip fee required. Prerequi-site: Geo 223.

334 Advanced Igneous and Metamorphic Petrol-ogy (Lect 3.0 and Lab 1.0) Processes governingthe formation of igneous and metamorphic rocksas constrained by geochemical, isotopic, and ther-modynamic data, with particular reference to therelationship between rock suites and tectonic set-ting. The laboratory will emphasize the descrip-tion of rock suites in hand sample and thin sec-tion. A field trip at the student's expense is re-quired. Prerequisite: Geology 130.

338 Computer Mapping In Geology (Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0) This course introduces the basics of bothsurface and subsurface geologic mapping. It in-troduces procedures and problems associatedwith digitizing, gridding, contouring, volumetricsand generation of three dimensional diagrams onthe PC. Integration of field gathered data withUSGS and GSI databases for the purpose of mak-ing surface geologic maps is also included. Pre-requisite: Geo 51.

340 Petroleum Geology (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Prin-ciples of origin, migration, and accumulation of oiland gas. The laboratory introduces the proce-

dures used for exploration, and development ofhydrocarbon resources. Prerequisite: Geo 220.

341 Applied Petroleum Geology (Lect 1.0 and Lab2.0) The principles of petroleum geology are ap-plied in solving hydrocarbon exploration and de-velopmental problems. Geological and economicaltechniques for evaluating hydrocarbonbearingreservoirs are presented, with methods for deci-sionmaking under conditions of extreme uncer-tainty. Prerequisite: Geo 340.

345 Radioactive Waste Management And Reme-diation (Lect 3.0) Sources and classes of ra-dioactive waste, long-term decay, spent fuel stor-age, transport, disposal options, regulatory con-trol, materials issues, site selection and geologiccharacterization, containment, design and moni-toring requirements, domestic and foreign wastedisposal programs, economic and environmentalissues; history of disposal actions, and conduct ofremedial actions and cleanup. Prerequisite: Math204. (Co-listed with Nu Eng 345)

372 Geological Field Studies (Variable) Intensivefield study of selected regions of geological inter-est. This course is built around a week to ten-daylong field trip to be held over spring break or af-ter final exams at the end of a semester. Studentsare expected to bear the expense of the field trip.Prerequisites: Geo 51 or Ge Eng 50.

373 Field Geology (Lab 3.0) Field practice in geolog-ic mapping and interpretation in the Western Unit-ed States using topographic base maps and aeri-al photos. Emphasizes the description and inter-pretation of stratigraphic sections, sedimentaryand tectonic structures. Prerequisite: Two Geolo-gy courses.

374 Advanced Field Geology (Lab 3.0) Detailedfield work in areas related to the projects of Geol-ogy 373. Courses to be taken the same summer.A written report on the full summer's projects isrequired. Prerequisite: Geo 373.

375 Applied Geochemistry (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)Application of the principles of geochemistry andtechniques of geochemical analysis in a studentresearch project investigating geochemicalprocesses (mineral deposits, environmental geo-chemistry, trace element migration, or water-rockinteraction). Field trip fee required. Prerequisites:Geo 113 and Geo 275.

376 Aqueous Geochemistry (Lect 3.0) Studies ofthe interaction of water with minerals and organ-ic materials at low temperatures; includingprocesses affecting the migration of elements (al-teration, precipitation, and adsorption), the influ-ence of geochemical processes on water composi-tion, weathering, soil formation, and pollution.Prerequisite: Geo 275.

383 Electrical Methods In Geophysics (Lect 3.0)The theory and instrumentation for measure-ments of the electrical properties of the earth. In-cludes passive and active techniques, the advan-tages and disadvantages of the various tech-niques, and geologic interpretations of electrical


soundings. Several weekends are spent making avariety of electrical surveys of local features. Pre-requisites: Math 325 and Geop 321.

384 Gravity And Magnetic Methods (Lect 3.0) Thetheory of gravity and magnetic surveying for geo-logic bodies of economic interest. Includes meth-ods for the calculation of size and depth of bodieswith different degrees of magnetization and den-sity. Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 321.

386 Wave Propagation (Lect 3.0) A study of Hamil-ton's principle and energy theorems, fundamen-tals of plane wave theory, waves in stratified flu-ids, elastic waves in solids, electromagnetic andhydromagnetic radiation, and Allens's functionsand point sources. Prerequisites: Geop 286 and321.

387 Acquisition Of Seismic Data (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Theory and application of the acquisition ofseismic data. Determination of recording and en-ergy source array responses, evaluation of ener-gy sources, and the design of a complete acquisi-tion system. Prerequisite: Geop 286 and 380 orpermission of instructor.


394 Coal Petrology (Lect 3.0) Formation, composi-tion, and properties of coals. Discussion of the ge-ology of selected coal deposits, the analysis ofcoal, and the optical identification of coal miner-als. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Geophysics Courses201 Special Topics (Variable) This course is de-

signed to give the department an opportunity totest a new course.

285 Geophysical Imaging (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Astudy of the major geophysical methods applica-ble to shallow engineering and environmentalgeoscience. Topics include the background theoryand practical application of gravity, magnetics, ra-diometrics, resistivity, induced polarization, spon-taneous potential, reflection and refraction seis-mics, ground penetrating radar, electromagentics,and borehole 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 and spa-tial series analysis techniques to geophysicaldata. Topics covered include digitization and alias-ing of geophysical signals, frequency andwavenumber spectra, digital filtering and linearsystems theory. Prerequisites: Math 22 and CmpSc 53, 73 & 77, or 74 & 78.



321 Potential Field Theory (Lect 3.0) The mathe-matics and physics of gravitational, magnetic, andelectrical fields of the earth as derived from po-tential functions, with applications to practicalproblems. The theorems of Laplace, Poisson,Gauss, and Green and their applications to geo-physics are presented. Prerequisite: Accompaniedor preceded by Math 325.

336 Geophysical Field Methods (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Imaging of selected subsurface and engi-neering features by various geophysical methods.Special emphasis on ground penetrating radarand magnetic methods; and the acquisition andreduction of associated data. One field trip at stu-dent expense required. Prerequisite: Geop 285.

380 Seismic Stratigraphy (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Astudy of the seismic expression of depositionalmodels. Reflection patterns and reflection ampli-tudes are interpreted to determine bed thickness-es, fluid content, depositional environment, andlithology. Special data acquisition and processingtechniques are examined. Prerequisites: Geop385, Geo 220, 223.

381 Global Tectonics (Lect 3.0) An integrated viewof the Earth's structure and dynamics with an em-phasis on information gained through geophysicalmethods. Topics include seismology, heat flow,gravity, rheological and compositional structure,plate motions and intermotions, and mantle driv-ing mechanisms for plate tectonics. Prerequisite:Geo 220.

382 Environmental And Engineering Geophysics(Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) An introduction to the the-ory and application of the gravity, magnetic, re-sistivity, self-potential, induced polarization andelectromagnetic methods as applied to the solu-tion of engineering and environmental problems.Prerequisite: Math 22.

383 Electrical Methods In Geophysics (Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0) The theory and instrumentation formeasurements of the electrical properties of theearth. Includes passive and active techniques, theadvantages and disadvantages of the varioustechniques, and geologic interpretations of elec-trical soundings. Several weekends are spentmaking a variety of electrical surveys of local fea-tures. Prerequisites: Math 325 and Geop 285 orGeop 382.

385 Exploration And Development Seismology(Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Principles of reflection seis-mology as applied to the delineation of geologicstructures and the determination of stratigraphyand lithology. Emphasis on both the capabilitiesand limitations of the seismic method. The labo-ratory utilizes both modeled and actual seismicdata. Prerequisite: Math 22.

386 Wave Propagation (Lect 3.0) A study of Hamil-ton's principle and energy theorems, fundamen-tals of plane wave theory, waves in stratified flu-


ids, elastic waves in solids, electromagnetic andhydromagnetic radiation, and Allen's functionsand point sources. Prerequisites: Geop 281, 321.

387 Acquisition Of Seismic Data (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Theory and application of the acquisition ofseismic data. Determination of recording and en-ergy source array responses, evaluation of ener-gy sources, and the design of a complete acquisi-tion system. Prerequisites: Geop 286, 380.

388 Geophysical Instrumentation (Lab 1.0) Fieldand laboratory practice in the use of geophysicalinstrumentation. Techniques of geophysical datareduction and interpretation are also covered.May be taken more than once for credit with Geop383 and Geop 384. Prerequisite: Concurrent reg-istration in Geop 382, 283 or 384.

389 Seismic Data Processing (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Introduction to seismic data processing. Top-ics to be covered include statics corrections, fil-tering, velocity analysis, deconvolution, stackingand migration. Prerequisites: Math 22, and Geop285 or Geop 385.

390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designedfor the undergraduate student who wishes to en-gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Notmore than six credit hours allowed for graduationcredit. Subject and credit to be arranged with theinstructor.

MetallurgicalEngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyThe department has sufficient bredth for studentsto focus on chemical metallurgy, manufacturingmetallurgy, and physical metallurgy.

The Metallurgical Engineering program is offeredunder the department of Materials Science and Engi-neering.

The development of mankind has frequently beenlinked to the ability to use metals recovered from theearth’s crust. Metallic materials are found in all areas ofthe world, and are in use in virtually every industry.Their production is vital to the economy and to the con-tinued development of the human race. MetallurgicalEngineering is a broad discipline that studies metalsproduction from minerals, waste and recycled materials,the manufacture of components from metals and alloys,and the design of metallic materials to achieve appro-priate mechanical, physical and chemical properties.

UMR has one of the few metallurgical engineeringdepartments in the United States with the capability ofcovering the whole spectrum of metallurgical activities.It is the only such department in Missouri and in any ofthe contiguous states.

A graduate of metallurgical engineering may work ina variety of areas. The chemical metallurgist is involvedin the production of metals from mineral ores and recy-cled material, utilizing physical and chemical processes.Typical processes include mineral beneficiation, py-rometallurgy, hydrometallurgy and elecrometallurgy.Modern challenges include the recovery of metallic val-ues from ores of decreasing grade, expanded recyclingof materials, and a variety of materials - related envi-ronmental issues. Combatting corrosion is another ma-jor area.

The manufacturing metallurgist is concerned withthe manufacture of metal products with the desiredgeometry, precision and performance properties at adesired production rate and level of quality. Deformationprocesses, welding and joining, powder metallurgy,metal casting, heat treatment, platings and coatings,and inspection for quality assurance are all potential as-pects of a manufacturing system.

The properties of all metallic components are relat-ed to the chemical composition of the material, and theresultant structure, beginning with atoms and crystalsand progressing through crystalline assemblies. Thestudy of the microstructure of metals and alloys and thecontrol of the associated properties is the responsibilityof the physical metallurgist. The development of corro-sion-resistant stainless steels, ultra-lightweight alloysfor aircraft, high-temperature wear-resistant alloys forengines, and shape-memory alloys for space structuresare examples of the work of the physical metallurgist.The heat treatment of alloys is an area of importance forboth physical and manufacturing metallurgy. In addi-tion, the investigation of material failures and the as-surance of component quality are tasks that are per-formed by physical and manufacturing metallurgists.

At UMR, students do not have to select an empha-sis area and may simply select technical electives ap-propriate to their interests. There are ample technicalelectives to provide complete emphasis areas in chemi-cal, manufacturing, and physical metallurgy.

Students are encouraged to undertake summer andcooperative training employment with approved compa-nies to obtain industrial experience and simultaneouslysupplement their academic studies and incomes.

The department is housed in McNutt Hall and hasoutstanding facilities for both classroom and laboratorylearning. There are four electron microscopes, a wellequipped metals casting and joining laboratory, andcomprehensive metals deformation and testing facili-ties. The undergraduate curriculum emphasizes labora-tory activities to ensure that graduates receive a hands-on education, and the extensive research activities andfacilities provide numerous opportunities for undergrad-uate students. Additional information is available athttp://www.umr.edu/~meteng.

Mission StatementThe mission of the department is to provide a quali-

ty, comprehensive undergraduate and graduate educa-tion in the traditional areas of metallurgical engineering.The major program goal is to produce a Bachelor of Sci-ence graduate with a sound fundamental knowledge and

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extensive hands-on-technical, communication, and lead-ership skills, capable of contributing in any technical areaassociated with metallurgy. The department is also com-mitted to a strong graduate program, which ensures sig-nificant research activity, an active and involved faculty,and a robust, healthy environment for education. Theprovision of service course work for students in other en-gineering disciplines is also in important goal, as is inter-action with professional societies and industry to promotecontinuing education, research, and technical informationtransfer. The utilization of the departmental resources toassist the state agencies and industry of Missouri and themid-west is an integral part of the departmental mission.

FacultyProfessors:Donald R. Askeland (Distinguished Teaching Professor

Emeritus), Ph.D., MichiganRichard Brow, Ph.D., (Department Chair of Materials

Science and Engineering), Pennsylvania State Uni-versity

Fred Kisslinger1 (Emeritus), Ph.D., CincinnatiRonald A. Kohser, 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

WalesMark E. Schlesinger1, Ph.D., University of ArizonaDavid C. Van Aken1, Ph.D., IllinoisAssociate Professors:Rajiv S. Mishra, Ph.D., SheffieldJoseph W. Newkirk, Ph.D., University of VirginiaMatthew J. O’Keefe, Ph.D., IllinoisKent D. Peaslee1, Ph.D., UMRChristopher W. Ramsay, (Associate Director of Fresh-

man Engineering), Ph.D., Colorado School of MinesVon L. Richards, Ph.D., MichiganAssistant Professor:F. Scott Miller, Ph.D., UMR

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Chartered Engineer, United Kingdom

Bachelor of ScienceMetallurgical EngineeringFRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditBE 10-Study and Careers in Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 1-General Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 2-General Chemistry Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Math 14-Calculus for Engineers I1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Engl 20-Exposition and Argumentation . . . . . . . . . .3BE 20-Eng. Design and Computer Appls . . . . . . . . 3

16Second SemesterMet 125-Chemistry of Materials3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II2 . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Phys 23-Engineering Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Hum/Soc Sci Elective8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3History Elective (Government)4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17

SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditPhysics 24-Engineering Physics II . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Math 22-Calculus w/Analytic Geometry III . . . . . . . .4Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . .3BE 50 Statics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Econ 121/122-Principles of Micro or Macro Econ . . . 3

17Second SemesterMath 204-Elementary Differential Equations . . . . . . .3BE 110-Mechanics of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Mt Eng 215-Fundamentals of Metal Behavior . . . . . .3Mt Eng 216-Metals Behavior Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Mt Eng 221-Principles of Metals Processing . . . . . . . .3Mt Eng 222-Metals Processing Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Hum/Soc Sci Elective8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMt Eng 204-Transport Phenomena in Metallurgy . . . .3Mt Eng 281-Metallurgical Thermodynamics I . . . . . .3Mt Eng 217-Metals Microstructural Development . . . .3Mt Eng 218-Metals Structures & Properties Lab . . . . .1Technical Elective6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Communication Elective5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

16Second SemesterMt Eng 202-Extractive Met Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Mt Eng 203-Intro to Extractive Metallurgy . . . . . . . .3EE 281-Electrical Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Hum/Soc Sci Elective8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Elective6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Statistics Elective7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

16SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMt Eng 315-Metallurgy Process Design Principles . . .2Mt Eng 354-Process Metallurgy-Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Mt Eng 355-Process Metallurgy Applications . . . . . . .2Cer Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids . . .3Technical Elective6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Free Elective9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15Second Semester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mt Eng 316-Mt Design Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Hum/Soc Sci Electives8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Elective6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Free Elective9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

14NOTES:

1) Math 8 can be substituted for Math 142) Math 21 can be substituted for Math 153) Chem 3 can be substituted for Met 1254) History Elective (3 hours)-HIST 112, 175, 176, or

PolSci 905) Communication Elective (3hours)-ENGL 60, ENGL

160, or SpM 856) Technical Electives (15 hours) (Met. Eng. or Ap-

proved listing)

210 — Metallurgical Engineering

7) Statistics Elective-Eng Mg 385, STAT 213, or STAT215

8) HSS Electives-to be taken in accordance with theSchool of Materials, Energy, and Earth Resources policyon H/SS

9) Free Electives (6 hours)-algebra, trigonometry, ba-sic ROTC, and courses considered remedial excluded

NOTE: All Metallurgical Engineering students must takethe Fundamentals of Engineering Examination prior tograduation. A passing grade on this examination is notrequired to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is the firststep toward becoming a registered professional engi-neer. This requirement, together with the department’sSenior Assessment, is part of the UMR assessmentprocess as described in Assessment Requirementsfound elsewhere in this catalog. Students must sign arelease form giving the University access to their Fun-damentals of Engineering Examination score.

Suggested course electives are provided below:

Chemical/Process Metallurgy:• Met Eng 307,308-Metals Casting• Met Eng 358-Steelmaking• Mt Eng 359-Environmental Aspects of Metals Manu-

facturing• Mt Eng 363-Metal Coating Processes• Mt Eng 365-Microfabrication Materials and Processes• Mt Eng 381-Corrosion and Its Prevention• Cr Eng 364-Refractories• Min Eng 241-Principles of Mineral Processing• Min Eng 242-Mineral Processing Lab

Physical Metallurgy:• Mt Eng 313-Electron Microscopy• Mt Eng 331, 332-Steels and Their Treatments• Mt Eng 333-Nonferrous Alloys• Mt Eng 341-Nuclear Materials I• Mt Eng 375-Metallurgical Failure Analysis• Mt Eng 385-Mechanical Metallurgy• Cr Eng 251-Phase Equilibria• Cr Eng 284-Electrical Properties of Ceramics• Cr Eng 291-Characterization of Inorganic Solids• ME 336-Fracture Mechanics• ME 338-Fatigue Analysis

Manufacturing Metallurgy:• Mt Eng 305,306-Nondestructive Testing• Mt Eng 307,308-Metals Casting• Mt Eng 311-Metals Joining• Mt Eng 321-Metal Deformation Processes• Mt Eng 329-Material Selection• Mt Eng 331,332-Steels and Their Treatments• Mt Eng 359-Environmental Aspects of Metals Manu-

facturing• Mt Eng 363-Metal Coating Processes• Mt Eng 365-Microfabrication Materials and Process-

es• Mt Eng 367-Intro to Powder Metallurgy• Mt Eng 385-Mechanical Metallurgy

• ME 253-Manufacturing

Materials Minor CurriculumA Materials Minor is available to any UMR student.

The minor requires a total of 15 hours of materials re-lated course work and must include Mt Eng 121 or MtEng 377 and Mt Eng 221 or ME 153. An additional 3hours must come from either Metallurgical or CeramicEngineering courses. The remaining 6 hours may befrom any combination of materials related courses ap-proved by Metallurgical Engineering.

Approved Materials related courses

Approved courses in Metallurgical EngineeringAdditional hours may come from any 100, 200 or 300level courses.

Approved courses in Ceramic EngineeringAdditional hours may come from any 100, 200 or 300level courses.

Approved courses in ChemistryChem 381 Chemistry and Inherent Properties ofPolymers

Approved courses in Aerospace EngineeringAE 311 Introduction to Composite Materials andStructuresAE 329 Smart Materials and SensorsAE 336 Fracture MechanicsAE 344 Fatigue Analysis

Approved courses in Chemical EngineeringCh Eng 349 Structure and properties of PolymersCh Eng 381 Corrosion and its Prevention

Approved courses in Electrical EngineeringEE 329 Smart Materials and Sensors

Approved courses in Mechanical EngineeringME 329 Smart Materials and SensorsME 336 Fracture MechanicsME 338 Fatigue Analysis

Metallurgical Engineering Courses

1 Introduction To Metallurgical Engineering(Lect 1.0) Introduction to the field of metallurgi-cal engineering with specific reference to the em-phasis areas of extractive, manufacturing andphysical metallurgy. The course will include lec-tures, videos and field trips to local industry.


121 Metallurgy For Engineers (Lect 3.0) Introduc-tion to the structure and properties of metals andalloys and to processes used to modify the struc-ture and properties of metallic materials, includ-


ing alloying, deformation and heat treating. Pre-requisite: Chem 1.

125 Chemistry Of Materials (Lect 3.0) Basic Inor-ganic Chemistry of Materials. Topics will includechemical properties, structure and bonding ofsolids, energy, enthalpy, entropy, thermochem-istry, kinetics and rate processes. Application ofchemistry principles to materials engineeringthrough flowsheeting, reactor design, materi-als/metals processing and the environment. Pre-requisite: Chem 1.

126 Computer Application In Metallurgical Engi-neering (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Introduction tothe use of microcomputers for simulation, dataanalysis including statistics, data acquisition fromlaboratory instruments, and automatic processcontrol systems. The course will provide instruc-tion in programming and software usage, and thelaboratory will enable students to fully utilize thepotential of microcomputer in later courses.



202 Extractive Metallurgy Laboratory (Lab 1.0) Aseries of laboratory experiments designed to illus-trate the principles of pyrometallurgy, hydromet-allurgy, and electrometallurgy. Prerequisites: Pre-ceded or accompanied by Mt Eng 203; precededor accompanied by Chem 4 or an equivalent train-ing program approved by UMR.

203 Introduction To Extractive Metallurgy (Lect3.0) Production and refining of metals by py-rometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and electrometal-lurgy. Emphasis on heat and mass balance calcu-lations for the unit processes of metals extraction.Introduction to the principles of combustion, heatutilization and recovery. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 281or Cr Eng 259 or Ch Eng 143.

204 Transport Phenomena In Metallurgy (Lect3.0) The application of the principles of fluid flowand heat transfer to the solution of practical prob-lems in metallurgical engineering. Prerequisite:Physics 23.

212 Cooperative Training (Variable) On-the-job ex-perience gained through cooperative education inthe field of metallurgical engineering with creditarranged through department cooperative advi-sor. A pass/fail grade will be given based on thequality of reports submitted and work supervisor'sevaluation.

215 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior (Lect3.0) An introduction to crystal structure, defor-mation, defects and thermal treatment; mechan-ical testing; fracture; fatigue and creep. Prerequi-site: Mt Eng 121.

216 Metals Characterization Laboratory (Lab 1.0)Introduction to the characterization of metalsthrough the use of optical microscopy, x-ray dif-fraction, transmission electron microscopy and

mechanical testing. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121,accompanied by Mt Eng 215.

217 Metals Microstructural Development (Lect3.0) Fundamentals of microstructural develop-ments as relating to solid solutions, solidificationand transformations; phase diagrams; case stud-ies. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215, 216.

218 Metals Structures And Properties Laboratory(Lab 1.0) Investigation of the relationships be-tween microstructures and properties for variousmaterials. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215, 216, ac-companied by Mt Eng 217.

221 Principles Of Materials Processing (Lect 3.0)An introduction to various methods of processingof metals and influences of processing on design.Includes: casting, welding, shaping, inspectionand testing. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121.

222 Metals Processing (Lab 1.0) Laboratory studyof the methods of processing of metals. Prerequi-site: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng 221.

281 Metallurgical Thermodynamics I (Lect 3.0)Thermodynamic laws and thermodynamic func-tions and their relation to problems of metallurgi-cal interest, thermochemistry, thermophysics,and chemical or phase equilibria. Prerequisites:Mt Eng 125 or Chem 52; Mt Eng 126 or Cmp Sc77.



303 New Developments In Chemical Metallurgy(Variable) Survey of selected modern processesfor the production of metals, the treatment ofwastes, and recycling of metal values. Processesare studied with respect to raw materials, chemi-cal reactions, energy consumption, process inten-sity, yield and environmental impact. Prerequi-site: Mt Eng 203.

305 Nondestructive Testing (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)Principles and application of various means ofnondestructive testing of metallic materials. Radi-ological inspection methods, ultrasonic testing,magnetic methods, electrical and eddy currentmethods, and others. In addition, laboratory ex-ercises using industrial grade NDT equipment toinspect a variety of parts and materials. Prerequi-sites: Physics 24 or 25.

306 Nondestructive Testing Laboratory (Lab 1.0)Application of radiological and ultrasonic methodsof nondestructive testing of metallic materials. Aradiographic X-ray units and ultrasonic equipmentare used in the inspection of a variety of materi-als and manufactured parts. Prerequisite: Accom-panied or preceded by Mt Eng 305.

307 Metals Casting (Lect 2.0) An advanced coursein the materials and methods used in modernmetals casting processes. Application of metallur-gical principles to the casting of metals. Prerequi-site: Mt Eng 221 or Mc Eng 153.


308 Metals Casting Laboratory (Lab 1.0) An ad-vanced laboratory study of mold materials, metalflow, and cast metals. Emphasis is given to designof gating, risering, and ladle treatment techniquesrequired for economical, highquality castings.Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng307.

310 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics. 311 Metals Joining (Lect 2.0) Metals joining

processes such as welding and brazing. Effects ofwelding on materials. Treatment and properties ofwelded joints. Welding defects and quality control.Prerequisite: Mt Eng 121 or 221.

313 Scanning Electron Microscopy (Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0) A course in the theory and application ofscanning electron microscopy and x-ray micro-analysis. Topics considered are electron optics,image formation and analysis; x-ray generation,detection and analysis; and characterization offracture surfaces. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215 and216 or course in optical microscopy - consent ofinstructor required.

315 Metallurgical Process Design Principles (Lect2.0) Application of mass, component and energybalances for metallurgical design. The fundamen-tals of engineering economic analysis will be ex-amined and experimental design techniques willbe introduced. Students will be prepared for theselection and planning of the subsequent designproject. Prerequisite: Senior standing in Mt Eng.

316 Metallurgical Design Project (Lab 2.0) Stu-dent groups will undertake selected projects,which will represent a capstone design experienceutilizing skills, understanding and data from pre-vious courses. The faculty supervised open-endeddesign projects will involve a variety of tasks ap-propriate to the metallurgical engineer. Prerequi-site: Mt Eng 315.

321 Metal Deformation Processes (Lect 3.0) An in-troduction to metal deformation concepts fol-lowed by a study of various forming processesfrom both the analytical and applied viewpoints.Processes to include: forging, wire drawing, ex-trusion, rolling, sheet metal forming, and others.Prerequisite: Mt Eng 221.

325 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior I (Lect3.0) Introduces students without a metallurgicalbackground to the physical, chemical and struc-tural basis of the equilibrium behavior of materi-als. Includes thermodynamic potentials, phaseequilibria, phase diagrams and their relation tomicrostructure and chemical thermodynamics ofcondensed phases. Prerequisites: Graduatestanding, Math 204, Physics 107. (Not for metal-lurgy majors) (UMR Engineering Education Cen-ter, St. Louis only).

327 Fundamentals Of Materials Behavior II (Lect3.0) A continuation of Metallurgy 325 emphasiz-ing the kinetic processes involved in materials be-havior. Concepts of the theory of absolute reactionrates, diffusion in metallic solids, elementary dis-location theory, plastic deformation, crystalliza-

tion solid state phase transformations. Prerequi-site: Mt Eng 325. (Not for metallurgy majors)(UMR Engineering Education Center, St. Louisonly).

329 Material Selection, Fabrication, And Failure(Lect 3.0) Factors governing the selection of ma-terials for specific needs, fabrication, heat treat-ment, surface treatment, and other aspects in theproduction of a satisfactory component. Failureanalysis and remedies. Lecture plus assignedproblems. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218, 221.

331 Steels And Their Treatment (Lect 3.0) Indus-trially important ferrous alloys are described andclassified. The selection of proper heat treatmentsto facilitate fabrication and to yield required serv-ice properties in steels suitable for various appli-cations is considered. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 271,218.

332 Metals Treatment Laboratory (Lab 1.0) Thestudents plan and perform experiments that illus-trate heat treating processes and their effects onthe properties and structure of commercial alloys.Prerequisite: Accompanied or preceded by Mt Eng331.

333 Nonferrous Alloys (Lect 3.0) Structure andproperties of nonferrous alloys (Al, Ti, Mg, Ni andCu) are described. The role of processing and mi-crostructure in the development of mechanicalproperties is emphasized. Prerequisites: Mt Eng217 or Mt Eng 377.

340 Biomaterials I (Lect 3.0) This course will intro-duce senior undergraduate students to a broadarray of topics in biomaterials, including ceramic,metallic, and polymeric biomaterials for in vivouse, basic concepts related to cells and tissues,host reactions to biomaterials, biomaterials-tissuecompatibility, and degradation of biomaterials.Prerequisite: Senior undergraduate standing.

341 Nuclear Materials I (Lect 3.0) Fundamentals ofmaterials selection for components in nuclear ap-plications. Design and fabrication of UO2 fuel; re-actor fuel element performance; mechanicalproperties of UO2; radiation damage and effects,including computer modeling; corrosion of mate-rials in nuclear reactor systems. Prerequisites:Bas Eng 110; Nuc Eng 205; Nuc Eng 223; Met Eng121.(Co-listed with Nuc Eng 341)

343 Nuclear Materials II (Lect 3.0) Extractive met-allurgy of uranium, thorium, and zirconium. Equa-tion of state of UO2 and fuel chemistry. LMFBRfuel and interaction of sodium and stainless steel.Materials for fusion and other advanced nuclearapplications. Reprocessing of spent fuel and dis-posal. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 341.

350 Composites (Lect 3.0) An introduction to thestructure, properties and fabrication of fiber andparticulate composites. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 215& 211 or Cr Eng 102 & 242.

351 Mineral Processing II(Flotation And Hy-drometallurgy) (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Frothflotation including mineral surfaces, double layertheory, zeta potential, hydrophobicity, adsorption,


collectors, frothers, modulation, kinetics, and sul-phide and acid flotation systems. Hydrometallur-gy including leaching, ion exchange and liquid/liq-uid extraction. Prerequisite: Mt Eng 241.

353 Mineral Processing II(Mechanics And De-sign) (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Mineral particle me-chanics of comminution, sizing, classification,concentration, filtering and thickening. Mill andequipment selection and design including flow-sheet development and plant assessment. Pre-requisite: Mt Eng 241.

354 Metallurgical Process Simulation And Con-trol (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) Simulation of metal-lurgical processes through the use of theoreticaland empirical models, numerical methods, andanalog representation. Introduction to instrumen-tation, computer interfacing and process controltheory. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 121, 125, 126.

355 Process Metallurgy Applications (Lect 2.0)Application of thermodynamics to process metal-lurgy. Equilibrium calculations with stoichiometryand heat balance restrictions, phase transforma-tions, and solution thermodynamics. Use of ther-modynamic software to solve complex equilibriain metallurgical applications. Prerequisite: Mt Eng281.

358 Steelmaking (Lect 3.0) Introduction to the fun-damentals and unit processes used to turn impureiron and scrap into steel. Includes desulfurization,BOF and electric furnace operations, ladle metal-lurgy, casting, and stainless steel manufacture.

359 Environmental Aspects Of Metals Manufac-turing (Lect 3.0) Introduction to environmentalaspects of metal extraction, melting, casting,forming, and finishing. Subjects include history ofenvironmental movement and regulations permit-ting, risk analysis, disposal and recycling of metalmanufacturing residues, environmental ethics,environmental technologies and case studies.Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing.

361 Alloying Principles (Lect 3.0) Basis for alloy de-sign and property control. Predictions of phasestability, alloy properties and metastable phasepossibilities; interfaces in solids and their role inphase transformations. Prerequisites: Mt Eng217, 218.

363 Metal Coating Processes (Lect 3.0) Introduc-tion to the current technologies used to enhancemetal performance, particularly corrosion resist-ance, by overlay coatings. Deposition processesare emphasized and the fundamentals of the be-havior of the films in high technology and elec-tronic materials applications is discussed. Prereq-uisites: Mt Eng 202, 203.

365 Microfabrication Materials And Processes(Lect 3.0) An overview course on the materialsand processes used to fabricate integrated cir-cuits, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS),interconnect substrates and other microelectroniccomponents from starting material to final prod-uct. The emphasis will be on the influence ofstructure and processing on the electrical, me-

chanical, thermal, and optical properties. Prereq-uisites: Chem 1 or equivalent; Senior or GraduateStanding.

367 Introduction To Powder Metallurgy (Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0) A survey of the powder metallurgyfield, from fabrication of powders to finishing op-erations. Includes all basics of powder metallurgyand many new processes currently used in indus-try. Also covers design, production, economicsand energy concerns. Hands-on laboratory time isincluded. Prerequisites: Mt Eng 217, 218.

375 Metallurgical Failure Analysis (Lect 3.0) Ap-plication of the principles of manufacturing andmechanical metallurgy for the analysis of failedcomponents. Analytical techniques such as Scan-ning Electron Microscopy, Optical Metallography,and High Resolution Photography are used tocharacterize microstructure and fractographicfeatures. In addition, appropriate methods togather data, assimilate it, and draw conclusionsfrom the data such that it will stand up in a courtof law will be addressed. Prerequisite: Senior orGraduate Student standing.

377 Principles Of Engineering Materials (Lect 3.0)Examination of engineering materials with em-phasis on selection and application of materials inindustry. Particular attention is given to propertiesand applications of materials in extreme temper-ature and chemical environments. A disciplinespecific design project is required. (Not a techni-cal elective for undergraduate metallurgy or ce-ramic majors) (Co-listed with Ae Eng 377, Ch Eng347, Physics 377, Cr Eng 377)

381 Corrosion And Its Prevention (Lect 3.0) Astudy of the theories of corrosion and its applica-tion to corrosion and its prevention. Prerequisite:Chem 243 or Mt Eng 281. (Co-listed with Ch Eng381)

385 Mechanical Metallurgy (Lect 3.0) Elastic andplastic behavior of metallic single crystals andpolycrystalline aggregates. Resulting changes inmechanical properties are considered. Includedare applications to metal fabrication. Prerequi-sites: Mt Eng 215, 216, Bas En 110.



Mining EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyMaster of Engineering

Emphasis areas at the bachelor level in explo-sives engineering, mining health and safety, quar-ry engineering, coal, mining and the environment,and sustainable development.

The Mining Engineering program is offered underthe department of Mining and Nuclear Engineering.

The overall objectives of the Mining Engineeringprogram are to provide the students with a specializedexpertise in mining engineering, a cultural foundationand a sound basis for future growth and development.These objectives are achieved at the undergraduate lev-el by providing education in basic sciences, engineeringsciences and design, and in the field of humanities andsocial sciences.

Program Educational Objectives forABET:

Interactions among industry, alumni, students andthe faculty led to the following specific program educa-tional objectives:

1. To provide graduates with a firm foundation inmathematics, the basic sciences, and general engineer-ing. This objective addresses outcomes related to ABETCriterion 3a.

2. To provide graduates with a strong foundation inthe core mining engineering fundamentals. This objec-tive addresses outcomes related to program criteria.

3. To provide graduates with the knowledge of rele-vant technologies as well as techniques, skills, and toolsneeded for modern mining engineering practice. Thisobjective addresses outcomes related to ABET Criterion3k.

4. To develop problem solving and design capabili-ties in graduates. This objective addresses outcomesrelated to ABET Criteria 3b, 3c, and 3e.

5. To instill in graduates a sense of creativity andenthusiasm for life-long learning. This objective ad-dresses outcomes related to ABET Criterion 3i.

6. To instill in graduates a sense of effective profes-sional attributes. This objective addresses outcomesrelated to ABET Criteria 3d, 3f, and 3g.

7. To provide graduates with a breath of knowledge.This objective addresses outcomes related to ABET Cri-teria 3h and 3j.

8. If selected, to provide graduates with a strongfoundation of working knowledge in an area of empha-sis, i.e., explosives or quarrying engineering or coalmining.

The mining engineering courses offered focus onproviding students with the knowledge necessary to en-ter a variety of segments of the mining industry. Grad-uating mining engineers who satisfactorily complete theprogram criteria, and where appropriate, an area of em-

phasis, usually obtain employment in one or more of thefollowing areas: mine engineering, mining operationsmanagement, the extraction/processing of coal, basemetals, precious metals, industrial minerals, quarry in-dustry, explosives industry, construction or demolition,mining equipment suppliers and mining/geotechnicalconsulting firms.

Mining engineering is the profession concerned withlocation, extraction, and use of mineral resources andmineral policy. Lunar and ocean mining constitute newfrontiers.

The mining engineer is concerned with all phases ofmineral recovery, including exploration, evaluation, de-velopment, extraction, mine evaluation, reclamation,processing, and marketing of minerals. In addition toengineering, science and liberal arts courses, appropri-ate courses are taken in explosives engineering, geolo-gy, mineral beneficiation, coal mine development andproduction, mining of metallic and aggregate minerals,mine systems design, mining economics and law, minehygiene and safety, mine management, mine ventila-tion, rock mechanics, ground support, and reclamation.

The mining engineer relies upon geologic knowledgeand highly sensitive instruments for the location andevaluation of mineral deposits. Problems involved in thedevelopment and exploitation of the ore body and thebenefaction and marketing of valuable constituentsmust be determined in advance. Mining must be carriedout efficiently, safely, and economically, with the welfareof the public as a primary consideration. Land must berestored to a useful condition after mining ceases andpollution controls must be designed to prevent harmfulenvironmental effects.

Intensive research programs are conducted at UMRin explosives engineering, coal beneficiation, mineraleconomics, mine operations and design, mine atmos-pheric control and ventilation, minerals transportation,and various fields or rock mechanics. Appropriate re-search by faculty and graduate students ensures rele-vance of the program to industry needs.

An Experimental Mine and the Rock Mechanics andExplosives Research Center are located close to thecampus and provide facilities for laboratory instructionand research. Trips to coal, metal, and industrial miner-al operations supplement classroom activities. Summeremployment and co-op training provide valuable practi-cal mining and engineering expertise.

Mission StatementThe overall objectives of the Department of Mining

Engineering are to provide the students with a special-ized expertise in mining engineering, a cultural founda-tion and a sound basis for future growth and develop-ment. These objectives are achieved at the undergrad-uate level by providing education in basic sciences, en-gineering sciences and design, and in the field of hu-manities and social sciences.

The mining engineering courses offered focus onproviding students with the knowledge necessary to en-ter a variety of segments of the mining industry. Graduating mining engineers who satisfactorily com-plete the program criteria, and where appropriate, the

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quarry option or the explosives emphasis, usually ob-tain employment in one or more of the following areas:mine engineering, mining operations, theextraction/processing of coal, base metals, preciousmetals, industrial minerals, quarry industry, explosivesindustry, construction or demolition, mining equipmentsuppliers and mining/geotechnical consulting firms.

FacultyProfessors:R. Lee Aston (Adjunct) J.D., Ph.D., Aston University, UKRichard L. Bullock1, (Emeritus), D. Eng., UMRSamuel Frimpong (Quenm Chair), Ph.D., University of

AlbertaTad Golosinski (Emeritus), Ph.D., Cracow, PolandR. Larry Grayson1, (Department Chair of Mining and Nu-

clear Engineering), Ph.D., West Virginia UniversityCharles Haas1. (Emeritus), D.Sc., Colorado School of

MinesMarian Mazurkiewicz (Emeritus), D.Sc. Wroclaw Univer-

sity, 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-TyneAssociate Professors:Jerry C. Tien1, Ph.D., UMRAssistant Professor:Derek Apel, Ph.D., Queens University,Kingston, CanadaAdjunct Assistant Professor:R. Karl Zipf1, Ph.D., Penn State

1 Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of ScienceMining Engineering

FRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditChem 001-General Chemistry I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 002-General Chemistry I Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 004-Lab Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Math 014-Calculus for Engineers I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Bas En 010-Study & Careers in Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . .1English 020-Exposition & Argumentation . . . . . . . . .3Hist 112, 175, 176 or Pol Sc 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17Second SemesterMath 015-Calculus for Engineers II . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Physics 023-Engineering Physics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Bas En 020-Eng Design w Comp Appl . . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 003-Principles of Mi Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Min Eng 151-Intro to Mining Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Ge Eng 050-Geology for Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 110-Surveying for Mineral Engineers . . . . . . .2Stat 213-Applied Eng Stat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 022-Calculus & Analytic Geometry III . . . . . . .4Geo 220-Structural Geology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4English 065-Tech Writer in Bus & Industry . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 050-Comp in Mi Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

17Second SemesterGeo 125-Physical Mineralogy & Petrology . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 215-Mat Handling in Mines . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Physics 024-Engineering Physics II . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Bas En 140-Statics & Dynamics1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 204-Elem Differential Equations . . . . . . . . . . 3

16JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 221-Mining Exploration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 270-Mining Industry Economics . . . . . . . . . .3Cv Eng 230-Elementary Fluid Mechanics . . . . . . . . .3Econ 121-Principles of Micro or Econ 122- Principles ofMacro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Human/Soc Sc2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

18Second SemesterMi Eng 324-U/G Mi Methods & Equip . . . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 326-Surface Mining Methods & Equip . . . . . .3Mi Eng 232-Stat/Mech Rock Mat1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Mi Eng 231-Rock Mechanics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 307-Principles of Explosives Eng . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 241/242-Mineral Proc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditMi Eng 317-Mine Power and Drainage . . . . . . . . . . .3Mi Eng 3l8-Mine Atmos. Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Technical Elective 3,4,5,6,7,8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Human/Soc Sc2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

15Second SemesterMi Eng 322-Mine Management9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Mi Eng 376-Environmental Aspects of Mining . . . . . .3Mi Eng 393-Mine Planning and Design9 . . . . . . . . . . .4Technical Elective3,4,5,6,7,8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

12Notes:

1) Students may elect to take Bas En 50, Bas En 110,and Bas En 150 instead and not take Mi Eng 232.

2) Humanities and Social Science to be taken in accor-dance with The School of Materials, Energy, andEarth Resources policy.

3) For students with the Mining Health and Safety Em-phasis, Mi Eng 202 (Mine Rescue), Eng Mgt 311(Human Factors), or other approved substitutecourses have to be taken as Technical Electives.

4) For students with the Sustainable DevelopmentEmphasis, Pol Sci 315 (Public Policy Analysis), Econ340 (Environmental and Natural Resource Econom-ics), or other approved substitute courses have tobe taken as Technical Electives.

216 — Mining Engineering

5) For students with Explosives Engineering Emphasis,Mi Eng 350 (Blasting Tech) and either Mi Eng 301,390 (Special topics and Mining Research, both in anexplosives area), Ge Eng 371 (Rock Engineering) orMi Eng 383 (Tunneling/Construction) have to betaken as Technical Electives.

6) For students with Quarrying Emphasis, Cv Eng 216(Construction Materials) and Mi Eng 304 (AdvancedAggregate and Quarrying) have to be taken as Tech-nical Electives.

7) For students with Coal Emphasis, Mi Eng 343 (CoalMine Development and Production), Mi Eng 311(Mine Plant management) or an approved substitutecourse have to be taken as Technical Electives.

8) For students with Mining and the Environment Em-phasis, Geol Eng 235 (Environmental Geoscience),Geol Eng 333 (Risk Assessment in EnvironmentalStudies), or approved substitute courses have to betaken as Technical Electives.

9) Mining courses in italics offered every semester.

Mining engineering students must take the Fundamen-tals of Engineering Examination prior to graduation. Apassing grade on this examination is not required toearn a B.S. degree; however, it is the first step towardbecoming a registered professional engineer. This re-quirement is part of the UMR assessment process as de-scribed in Assessment Requirements found elsewhere inthis catalog. Students must sign a release form givingthe University access to their Fundamentals of Engi-neering Examination score.

Requirements for a Minor inMining Engineering A student who receives a Bachelor of Science degree inan accredited engineering program from UMR may re-ceive the Minor in Mining Engineering by completing 15credit hours from the courses listed below. Non-engi-neering students who have a strong background inmathematics and the physical sciences may also quali-fy for the Minor in Mining Engineering, with the approvalof the Department and based on an individually de-signed program of study. Students will need to consultwith the Chair of the Mining Engineering Department todetermine pre-requisite requirements for each course.The program granting the Bachelor of Science degreeshall determine whether or not courses taken for theMining Engineering Minor may also be used to fulfill therequirements of the B.S. degree from that program.

The following courses are required for the Minor inMining Engineering:

• Mi Eng 221-Mining Exploration• Mi Eng 324-Underground Mining Methods & Equipment• Mi Eng 326-Surface Mining Methods & Equipment

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

Explosives Engineering; Quarrying; Mineral Eco-nomics; Mining-Environmental; Mining-Equipment;

Mining-Geo-technical; Mining-Health and Safety; Min-ing Operations Management; Mining-Tunneling; Sus-tainable Development; Surface Mining; UndergroundMining.

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

Mining Health and Safety EmphasisJunior and Senior YearsA) Mi Eng 202 (Mine Rescue) or approved substitute

course in lieu of Technical Elective.B) Eng Mgt 311 (Human Factors) or approved substi-

tute course in lieu of Technical Elective.

Sustainable Development EmphasisJunior and Senior YearsA) Pol Sci 315 (Public Policy Analysis) or approved sub-

stitute course in lieu of Technical Elective.B) Econ 340 (Environmental and Natural Resource

Economics) or approved substitute course in lieu ofTechnical Elective.

Quarrying Engineering EmphasisSenior yearA) Cv Eng 216 (Construction Materials) in lieu of Tech-

nical Elective.B) Mi Eng 304 (Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying) in

lieu of Technical Elective.

Explosives Engineering EmphasisJunior and Senior YearsA) Choose one of the following courses in lieu of Tech-

nical Elective in Junior year: Mi Eng 390-Research inexplosives areaMi Eng 301-Special Topics in explosives areaGe Eng 371-Rock Engineering

B) Mi Eng 350-(Blasting Design & Technology) in lieu ofTechnical Elective in Senior Year

Coal EmphasisJunior and Senior YearsA) Mi Eng 343 (Coal Mine Development and Production)

in lieu of Technical Elective.B) Mi Eng 311 (Mine Plant Management) or approved

substitute course in lieu of Technical Elective.

Mining and the Environment Empha-sisJunior and Senior YearsA) Geol Eng 235 (Environmental Geoscience) or an ap-

proved substitute course in lieu of Technical Elec-tive.

B) Geol Eng 333 (Risk Assessment in EnvironmentalStudies) or an approved substitute course in lieu ofTechnical Elective.

Mining Engineering Courses3 Principles Of Mining Engineering (Lect 1.0)

Principles and definitions related to mining engi-


neering including one or more field trips to famil-iarize the student with current mining practices.

50 Computing In Mining Engineering (Lab 1.0)Basic software needed by mining engineers forcomputer applications in various phases of mineplanning, development, and operations will becovered. The overarching goal is developing earlyfamiliarity with relevant software so it can be in-tegrated across mining engineering courses.

110 Surveying For Mineral Engineers (Lab 2.0)Principles of surface and underground surveypractice utilizing total station, engineer's level andGPS. Traversing and details, note taking and com-putations, balancing surveys and error analysis,staking-out new points, and map constructionwith AutoCAD. Prerequisites: Mi Eng 50, Math 6,accompanied or preceded by Mi Eng 003.

151 Introduction To Mining Safety (Lab 1.0) In-struction in the safety aspects of mining accor-dance with the MSHA Training Program requiredfor all new miners. Subjects include self-rescueand respiratory protection, ground control, hazardrecognition, mine gases, and legal aspects associ-ated with mining. Prerequisite: Accompanied orpreceded by Mi Eng 3.



202 Mine Rescue (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Utilizationof the principles of mine safety concerning minegases, ventilation, explosives, fires, and first aidin the organization of mine rescue personnel andtechniques. Training in the use of current minerescue equipment, recognition and control ofcommon recovery hazards, handling of survivors.Prerequisite: Mi Eng 151.

215 Materials Handling In Mines (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Mining applications of material transport andhandling. Truck haulage and haulroads. Convey-ors: belt, armored, and others; feeders; bins andbunkers; material stockpiling and homogeniza-tion; rail transport; water transport; slurry trans-port; mine hoists and hoisting. Prerequisite: MiEng 003.

221 Mining Exploration (Lect 3.0) Classification ofmineral deposits. Mining laws. Role of mining andprocessing in defining orebodies. Geology, geo-physics, geochemistry, geobotany, and drilling inmineral exploration. Sampling orebodies. Ore re-serve modeling. Introduction to probability, sta-tistics, and geostatistics. Reserve estimation proj-ect. Prerequisites: Geo 125, Geo 220 and Mi Eng110.

231 Rock Mechanics I (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Rockas an engineering material; elastic and non-elas-tic properties; Mohr's criterion for failure; slopeand highwall stability; field stresses; elastic de-sign of underground openings, pillars, and roofbeams; principles of roof-bolt design; surface

subsidence; and rock testing methods. Prerequi-sites: Bas En 110 and Bas En 120; or Bas En 140;and Cv Eng 215 or Geo 125, Geo 220.

232 Statics And Mechanics Of Rock Materials(Lect 2.0) Application of the principles of mechan-ics to engineering problems of equilibrium,strength, and stiffness concerning rock materialsand mine support structures. This course extendsthe study of statics to rock materials in mines andcovers rockrelated and support structure-relatedmechanics of materials. Prerequisite: Co-requisiteMi Eng 231.

241 Principles Of Mineral Processing (Lect 2.0)Introduction to the principles of mineral process-ing including mineral resources; particle com-minution, classification, separation and dewater-ing; flowsheet and equipment design.

242 Mineral Processing Laboratory (Lab 1.0) Anintroductory laboratory to provide instruction insampling, classification, comminution, mineralseparation and dewatering. Prerequisite: Accom-panied or preceded by Mi Eng 241.

270 Mining Industry Economics (Lect 3.0) Impor-tance of the mineral industry to national economy,uses, distribution, and trade of economic miner-als, time value of money, mineral taxation, eco-nomic evaluation utilizing depreciation, depletion,and discounted cashflow concepts, social and eco-nomic significance of mineral resources. Prerequi-site: Accompanied or preceded by Mi Eng 221.



302 Computer Applications In The Mining & Min-erals Industry (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) History ofcomputer technology usage in the mining indus-try. Exposure to the use of computers in mineplanning, design, exploration, ventilation & envi-ronment, rock mechanics, open pit stability, sim-ulation of mining systems and equipment selec-tion.

304 Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying (Lect3.0) Advanced coverage of topics on the stoneand aggregate industry, including surface and un-derground operations, plant equipment, econom-ics, marketing, transportation, and environmentaltopics. The course will include at least one fieldtrip and a design project. Prerequisite: Min Eng215, co-requisite: Civ Eng 216.

305 Explosives Handling And Safety (Lect 1.0)Basic handling & safety for explosives, explosivedevices and ordnance related to laboratory han-dling, testing, manufacturing & storage, for bothcivil and defense applications. For "credit offering"of the UMR Explosives Handling & Safety Industri-al Short Course.

306 Material Processing By High-Pressure WaterJet (Lect 3.0) Methods of generating high pres-sure water jets; standard equipment, existing

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techniques and basic calculations. Applications ofwater jets to materials cutting and mineral pro-cessing. Safety rules. The course will be support-ed by laboratory demonstrations. (Co-listed withMc Eng 306)

307 Principles Of Explosives Engineering (Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0) Theory and application of explo-sives in the mining industry; explosives, initiatingsystems, characteristics of explosive reactionsand rock breakage, fundamentals of blast design,drilling and blasting, regulatory and safety con-siderations. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; accompa-nied or preceded by either Cv Eng 215 or Geo220.

308 Drilling And Blasting (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0)The mechanics of rock breakage in drilling andblasting. Drill equipment systems, and the appli-cation of engineering principles in the design ofblasting rounds for construction and mining exca-vation problems. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 307.

309 Advanced Aggregate and Quarrying (Lect3.0) Advanced coverage of topics on the stoneand aggregate industry, including surface and un-derground operations, plant equipment, econom-ics, marketing, transportation, and environmentaltopics. The course will include at least one fieldtrip and a design project. Prerequisite: Min Eng215, co-requisite: Cv Eng 216.

309 Commercial Pyrotechnics Operations (Lect2.0 and Lab 1.0) Provide participants with basicpyrotechnic operator certification (with passing ofPGI test) and advanced lead pyrotechnic operatortraining. Class work will be complemented bypractical training in laboratory sessions, culminat-ing in a full pyrotechnic show, from start to finish.Prerequisites: Chem 1. US Citizen or permanentresident (to fulfill the requirements of the SAFEEXPLOSIVES ACT 2003). Resident enrollment atUMR (e.g. not distance or internet).

311 Mine Plant Management (Lect 2.0) Optimiza-tion of mine plant and equipment performance.Availability, utilization and reliability of equip-ment; matching equipment and plant to minesitespecific conditions; maintenance planning, sched-uling and control; parts and materials supply sys-tems; mine information and management sys-tems. Basics of mine automation and robotics.Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of in-structor.

317 Mine Power And Drainage (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Engineering principles of mine power distri-bution and application and mine dewatering. Elec-tric power: Basics of electrical circuits, AC/DCpower, transformers, electric meters, power dis-tribution, power management. Hydraulic powersystems. Compressed air in mines. Mine dewater-ing: passive and active systems. Controlling wa-ter inflow. Dewatering wells: horizontal and verti-cal. Water pumping and pumping systems. Pre-requisite: Cv Eng 230.

318 Mine Atmosphere Control (Lect 2.0 and Lab1.0) Fundamentals of mine ventilation, including

the principles of airflow, control of gases, dust,and temperature, methane drainage, mine fans,network theory, computer network simulation,and economics of airflow, with emphasis on analy-sis, systems design and practical application. Pre-requisite: Cv Eng 230.

322 Mine Management (Lect 2.0) Theory and prac-tice of mine management, including basic mana-gerial functions, management theories, communi-cation skills, motivation, leadership, organization,maintenance management, managerial decisionmaking, cost control, labor relations, governmentrelations, ethics, with emphasis in presentationskills. Prerequisite: Completion of 120 credits inMining Engineering curriculum.

324 Underground Mining Methods And Equip-ment (Lect 3.0) Principles of planning, con-structing, and operating economically viable un-derground mines. Cost effective mining methods:room-and-pillar, stopping, caving. Selection ofequipment for underground mining operations.Prerequisites: Mi Eng 003, coreq. Mi Eng 221 andMi Eng 231.

325 Mining Methods For Metal And IndustrialMinerals (Lect 4.0) The process of developingmetallic and industrial mineral deposits into pro-ductive entities. Principles of planning, construct-ing, and operating economically viable under-ground and surface mines. Cost effective miningmethods and equipment selection. Principles ofoperation and coordination of mining projects.Stoping methods, benching methods. Prerequi-sites: Mi Eng 221, 270.

326 Surface Mining Methods And Equipment(Lect 3.0) Principles of planning, constructing,and operating economically viable surface mines.Cost effective mining methods: placer mining,stripping, open pit mining, quarrying. Selection ofequipment for surface mining operations. Opti-mization of mine performance. Prerequisites: MiEng 215; coreq. Mi Eng 231.

343 Coal Mine Development And Production (Lect3.0) An in-depth study of all aspects of coal min-ing, including an overview of coal industry, re-serves and geology, planning and development ofcoal mines, surface and underground mechanizedmethods of face preparation, equipment, coal ex-traction, handling and preparation as practiced inthe United 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. Pre-requisites: 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 of shot-crete, roofbolts, and solid liners and the principlesof underground longwall and room and pillar minesupport. Longwall and hydraulic mining practice iscovered. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 231.


350 Blasting Design And Technology (Lect 2.0 andLab 1.0) Advanced theory and application of ex-plosives in excavation; detailed undergroundblast design; specialized blasting including blastcasting, construction and pre-splitting. Introduc-tion to blasting research. Examination of field ap-plications. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 307.

370 Valuation Of Mineral Properties (Lect 3.0)Engineering principles utilized for establishing val-ues of metallic, fuel, and industrial mineral de-posits; reserve estimation from exploration sam-ples, geostatistics; mine taxation; influence andsensitivity analyses; alternative valuation tech-niques. Prerequisite: Mi Eng 270.

376 Environmental Aspects Of Mining (Lect 3.0)Permitting: the legal environment of reclamationand environmental impact assessment; post-min-ing land-use selection and mine planning for opti-mum reclamation of all mines: metal, nonmetal,and coal; unit operations of reclamation:drainage, backfill, soil replacement, revegetation,maintenance, etc. Prerequisites: Ge Eng 50; MiEng 324 and 326 or prereq./coreq. Cv Eng 215.(Co-listed with Ge Eng 376)

383 Tunneling & Underground ConstructionTechniques (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Cover bothmechanical excavation and conventional excava-tion techniques to underground tunneling andconstruction. The emphasis will be on equipmentselection and prediction of performance expectedof the equipment. Ground control systems will becovered as technology emerges. Excavationmethods and support of large caverns, oftenfound in civil structures, will also be discussed. Alimited focus will be on underground constructionspecifications and underground advance rate andcost estimation techniques. Prerequisites: Mi Eng231, Mi Eng 325 or Cv Eng 215, Cv Eng 216 or GeEng 371.


393 Mine Planning And Design (Lect 2.0 and Lab2.0) Selection of a mining design project that re-sults in the preparation of a comprehensive engi-neering report and oral presentation for the eco-nomic exploitation of the selected geologic de-posit. The course includes instruction and studentguidance that integrates and applies engineeringeconomics, sciences, use of commercial software& principles to develop a mineable deposit. Pre-requisite: Completion of 120 hours in Mining En-gineering curriculum.

Nuclear EngineeringBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyDoctor of Engineering

The Nuclear Engineering program is offered underthe department of Mining and Nuclear Engineering.

The Nuclear Engineering Program has a primarymission to provide an outstanding and comprehensiveundergraduate and graduate education to tomorrow'sleaders in nuclear engineering. The department pro-vides well-educated nuclear engineering professionalsand leaders to Missouri and the nation, in the commer-cial nuclear industry, national laboratories, hospitals,graduate schools, and the nation's defense and federalagencies. The objectives of the Bachelor of Science pro-gram are to provide each student with fundamentalknowledge of nuclear engineering and related technolo-gies, analytical and problem solving ability, ability fortechnical communications, professional ethics, leader-ship and interpersonal skills, capability to conduct re-search, and the ability to recognize the value of and pur-sue life-long learning.

The program is committed to a strong engineeringprogram administered by highly motivated and activenuclear engineering faculty; it is the only B.S. NuclearEngineering Degree program accredited in the state ofMissouri. The Nuclear Engineering program at UMR, oneof the earliest accredited undergraduate programs inthe nation, interacts with professional societies, and thenuclear industry to promote continuing education, re-search opportunities, and public dissemination of infor-mation about issues and advances in the field.

Nuclear engineers develop and promote the utiliza-tion of energy released from nuclear fission, fusion, andthe decay of radioisotopes. Currently, there are morethan 100 nuclear power plants operating in the UnitedStates producing about 20 percent of our nation's elec-tricity. These plants use nuclear fission to produce ener-gy and are cooled by ordinary (light) water, hence thename, Light Water Reactors. This technology reducesthe emission of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxidesignificantly, thus contributing to a better environment.In addition, nuclear reactors are used for the propulsionof submarines and aircraft carriers.

In fusion power plants, under development, strongmagnetic fields contain a plasma fuel of hydrogen iso-topes, such as deuterium, at temperatures hotter thanthe sun. The deuterium extracted from one gallon ofwater could produce as much energy as burning sever-al hundred gallons of gasoline.

Radioisotopes are used in industry and research,and in medicine for diagnostic and therapeutic purpos-es. The medical use of radioisotopes and X-rays saveshundreds of thousands of lives every year throughoutthe world. Radioisotopes are also used in small powergenerators for space flights.

If you choose nuclear engineering, you could workin the areas of nuclear reactor design, plant licensing,

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plant operation, fuel management and development, ra-dioactive waste disposal, health physics, instrumenta-tion and control, fusion research, space nuclear power,and applications of radioisotopes in industry, medicine,and research. As a nuclear engineer, you might be em-ployed by utilities, reactor vendors, architect-engineer-ing firms, consulting firms, industrial research centers,national laboratories, government agencies or universi-ties.

The nuclear engineering curriculum consists ofthree components: general education, mathematics andbasic sciences, and engineering topics. The students ap-ply the principles of physics, chemistry and mathemat-ics to the study of engineering topics which include stat-ics, mechanics of materials, electronic circuits and ma-chines, thermodynamics, and metallurgy. The knowl-edge gained in these areas is applied to the under-standing of nuclear engineering topics including reactorfluid mechanics and heat transfer, reactor physics, nu-clear radiation measurements, radioactive waste man-agement, reactor laboratory and operation, nuclear ma-terials, and nuclear systems design (a capstone designcourse).

Engineering design is an integral part of a significantnumber of required courses in the nuclear engineeringprogram. Design topics include but are not limited to re-actor cooling systems, radiation protection, structuralcomponents, waste disposal and transportation sys-tems, nuclear reactor cores and the design of experi-ments for radiation detection and measurement. Whileobtaining experience in these areas the students areprepared for designing a complete nuclear system suchas a nuclear plant for electric power generation, spacepropulsion and communication, desalination, districtheating or radioisotope production for industrial, med-ical or research applications.

In the senior Nuclear Systems Design course (NuEng 323), students work in small groups of two or threeon different components of a system. They interact andexchange ideas with the nuclear engineering faculty andother groups on a weekly basis both collectively and in-dividually in the form of reports and oral presentations.In this course, all of the knowledge acquired by the stu-dents including that in the humanities and social sci-ences, is brought to bear on the selection of the final de-sign. In addition to the technical considerations, the is-sues addressed include economics, safety, reliability,aesthetics, ethics, and social impact. At the end of thesemester the students write a comprehensive and co-hesive final report for their final design and make anoral presentation of their work.

Laboratory facilities available to nuclear engineeringstudents include a radiation measurements laboratory,a 200 kW swimming pool-type nuclear reactor, a mate-rials analysis laboratory, and a computer learning cen-ter. The students have access to state-of-the-art com-puting facilities including personal computers, worksta-tions, mainframes, and super computers. The depart-ment offices and laboratories are primarily housed inFulton Hall. The nuclear reactor is housed in its ownbuilding.

MISSION STATEMENTThe Nuclear Engineering program has a primary

mission to provide an outstanding and comprehensiveundergraduate and graduate education to tomorrow’sleaders in nuclear engineering. The program provideswell-educated nuclear engineering professionals andleaders to Missouri and the nation in the commercial nu-clear industry, national laboratories, hospitals, graduateschools, and the nation’s defense and federal agencies.

Program Educational ObjectivesThe Educational Objectives of the Nuclear Engineeringundergraduate program are:

• To provide graduates with sound fundamentalknowledge of nuclear engineering and related tech-nologies stemming from a solid understanding ofthe basic engineering, mathematical, and scientificprinciples that underpin them.

•To provide graduates with analytical and problemsolving abilities that encompasses not only techni-cal ability but also the logical, creative, and collab-orative abilities necessary to address multifaceted,multidisciplinary endeavors.

• To provide graduates with technical communication(oral and written) ability and a commitment to andunderstanding of professional ethics, thereby en-suring their ability to address contemporary societalissues.

• To provide graduates with the leadership and inter-personal skills that will propel them to excellence intheir profession.

•To provide graduates with the capability to conductquality research, enabling them to contribute tomeeting societal needs.

• To provide graduates with a recognition of and de-sire for the continuous pursuit of life-long learningthat will foster the ability to not only adapt tochange but be proactive in producing change.

Program OutcomesStudents graduating from this program should have:

•an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, sci-ence, and engineering.

•an ability to design and conduct experiments, aswell as to analyze and interpret data.

•an ability to design a system, component, or processto meet desired needs.

•an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.•an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineer-

ing problems.•an understanding of professional and ethical re-sponsibility.

•an ability to communicate effectively.•the broad education necessary to understand the

impact of engineering solutions in global and socie-tal contexts.

•a recognition of the need for, and an ability to en-gage in life-long learning.

•a knowledge of contemporary issues.

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•an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modernengineering tools necessary for engineering prac-tice.

•hands-on laboratory experience and/or reactor op-erations.

FacultyProfessor:R. Larry Grayson1, (Department Chair of Mining and Nu-

clear Engineering), Ph.D., West Virginia UniversityArvind Kumar, Ph.D., California-BerkeleyAssociate Professor:Gary Mueller1, Ph.D., UM-RollaAssistant Professor:Seungjin Kim, Ph.D., Purdue UniversityAkira Tokuhiro, Ph.D., Purdue UniversityAdjunct Professors:Mariesa Crow1, Ph.D., Illinois; Professor of Electrical &

Computer Engineering, UM-RollaDelbert Day1, Ph.D., Pennsylvania State; Curators’ Pro-

fessor Emeritus, UM-RollaHeather Gepford, Ph.D., Georgia Tech; Health Physicist,

Nuclear Regulatory CommissionTimothy Herrmann1, B.S., UM-Rolla; General Superinten-

dent, Major Projects, AmerenUE Callaway NuclearPlant, Fulton, MO

Eric Loewen, Ph.D., Wisconsin; Consulting Engineer,Idaho National Engineering Environmental Labora-tory

Sudarshan Loyalka, Ph.D., Stanford; Curators’ Professor ofNuclear Engineering, UM-Columbia

William Miller1, Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Professor and JamesC. Dowell Research Professor of Nuclear Engineering,UM-Columbia

Tod Moser1, M.S., UM-Columbia; Principal Engineer, Do-minion Engineering, Inc.

Mark Prelas1, Ph.D., Illinois; Professor of Nuclear Engineer-ing, UM-Columbia

David A. Summers, Ph.D., Leeds, England; Curators’ Pro-fessor of Mining Engineering, UM-Rolla

Robert Tompson Jr., Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Associate Pro-fessor of Nuclear Engineering, UM- Columbia

Wynn Volkert, Ph.D., UM-Columbia; Curators’ Professor ofRadiological Sciences, biochemistry, Chemistry, andNuclear Engineering, UM-Columbia.

Emeritus Professors:Albert Bolon1, Ph.D., Iowa StateD. Ray Edwards1, Sc.D., MITNicholas Tsoulfanidis1, Ph.D., Illinois

1 Registered Professional Engineer

Bachelor of Science

Nuclear Engineering FRESHMAN YEARFirst Semester CreditFreshman Chemistry Requirement(1) . . . . . . . . . . . .5Eng 20-Exposition and Argumentation . . . . . . . . . .3Bas Eng 10-Study and Careers in Engineering . . . . .1Math 14-Calculus for Engineers I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Nu Eng 25-Nuclear Technology Applications(2) . . . . . .114

Second SemesterElective-Hum or Soc Sci(3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3History 112, 175, 176, or Political Science 90 . . . . . .3Physics 23-Engineering Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Bas Eng 20-Eng Design w/Computer App. . . . . . . . .3Math 15-Calculus for Engineers II . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

16Second SemesterCmp Sc 228-Intro to Numerical Methods . . . . . . . . .3Econ 121 or 122-Micro/Macroeconomics . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 206-Reactor Operations I . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Bas 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

16JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditElective-Hum or Soc Sci(3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Stat 215-Engineering Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Mt Eng 121-Metallurgy for Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 205-Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering . .3Nu Eng 221-Reactor Fluid Mechanics . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15Second SemesterEnglish 160-Technical Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 204-Nuclear Radiation Measurements . . . . . .3Nu Eng 223-Reactor Heat Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 303-Reactor Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 319-Nuclear Power Plant Systems . . . . . . . .3Free Electives(5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

18SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditElective-Hum or Soc Sc(6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 304-Reactor Lab I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Nu Eng 307-Nuclear Fuel Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Elective-300 level Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Nu Eng 322-Nuclear System Design I . . . . . . . . . . .1Nu Eng 341-Nuclear Materials I . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15Second SemesterElective-Hum or Soc Sci(3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Elective-300 level Nuclear Engineering . . . . . . . . . . .3Free Elective(4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Nu Eng 308-Reactor Lab II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Nu Eng 323-Nuclear System Design II . . . . . . . . . 3

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1) Chemistry 1 and 2 or Chemistry 5 and Chemistry 4or an equivalent training program approved byUMR.

2) Nuclear Engineering students are expected to takeNuclear Technology Applications (Nu Eng 25) duringtheir Freshman year. Minimum credit hours forgraduation is 128.

3) Humanities and Social Science to be taken in accor-dance with The School of Materials, Energy, andEarth Resources policy.

4) Courses which do not count towards this require-ment are remedial courses such as algebra andtrigonometry, physical education courses, extracredits in required courses, and basic Air Force andArmy ROTC courses (courses taught in the first twoyears of the ROTC program).

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam: All NuclearEngineering students must take the Fundamentalsof Engineering Examination prior to graduation. Apassing grade on this examination is not required toearn a B.S. degree, however, it is the first step to-ward 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.

Nuclear Engineering Minor Curriculum

Nuclear power plants and other nuclear installationsemploy not only nuclear but also civil, mechanical, elec-trical, and chemical engineers. A nuclear engineeringminor, therefore, enhances the academic credentials ofa student and broadens his/her employment choices. Aminimum of 15 hours is required for a minor in nuclearengineering.

Before the courses listed below can be taken, thestudent should have completed Elementary DifferentialEquations (Math 204 or equivalent) and Atomic and Nu-clear Physics (Physics 107 or Nu Eng 203 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 nuclear en-gineering 300-level courses.

Nuclear Engineering Courses25 Nuclear Technology Applications (Lect 1.0) It

is a project oriented course that examines variousaspects of nuclear technology, such as radiationdetection, radiation protection, food irradiation,medical and industrial applications. The studentswill work in small groups on stimulating projects.


105 Introduction To Nuclear Engineering (Lect2.0) Atoms and nuclei; nuclear reactions; ra-dioactivity, interactions of radiation with matter;

fission and fusion reactors; nuclear fuels; radia-tion effects on materials and man; radioactivewaste disposal; reactor safety; radiation protec-tion. Prerequisite: Math 15 or Math 21.



203 Interactions Of Radiation With Matter (Lect3.0) Atoms and nuclei; relativistic kinematics;quantum theory; nuclear decay; cross sections;neutron, gamma, and charged particle interac-tions; production of radioisotopes; electrical,thermal and magnetic properties of solids. Pre-requisites: Math 22, Physics 24.

204 Nuclear Radiation Measurements (Lect 2.0and Lab 1.0) Acquaints the student with theoryand operation of the principal experimental tools,methods, radiation detectors and measuring de-vices used by a nuclear engineer or nuclear scien-tist in experiments dealing with atomic and nu-clear phenomena. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 205.

205 Fundamentals Of Nuclear Engineering (Lect3.0) An introduction to the principles and equa-tions used in nuclear fission reactor technology,including reactor types; neutron physics and re-actor theory; reactor kinetics and control; radia-tion protection; reactor safety and licensing; andenvironmental aspects of nuclear power. Prerequi-site: Physics 107 or Nu Eng 203; Math 204.

206 Reactor Operations I (Lab 1.0) A first course inreactor operations training and practical approachto nuclear reactor concepts. Students will receivehands-on training and are encouraged to take theNRC Reactor Operator's Exam. Prerequisites:Math 14 or Math 8; preceded or accompanied byNu Eng 25.

221 Reactor Fluid Mechanics (Lect 3.0) A study ofthe fundamental principles of incompressible vis-cous and inviscid flows in ducts, nozzles, tubebundles and applications to nuclear engineering;fluid statics; dimensional analysis and similitude;boundary layer theory. Prerequisites: Math 204,Bas Eng 110.

223 Reactor Heat Transfer (Lect 3.0) A study of thefundamental principles of conduction, convectionand thermal radiation with volumetric sourceterms for nuclear engineering applications; em-pirical correlations; finite difference methods;analysis of nuclear reactor cores. Prerequisite: NuEng 221.



303 Reactor Physics I (Lect 3.0) Study of neutroninteractions, fission, chain reactions, neutron dif-fusion and neutron slowing down; criticality of a

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bare thermal homogeneous reactor. Prerequisite:Nu Eng 205.

304 Reactor Laboratory I (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0)Acquaints the student with neutron flux measure-ment, reactor operation, control rod calibration,reactor power measurement and neutron activa-tion experiments. Experiments with the thermalcolumn and neutron beam port are also demon-strated. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 204, 205.

306 Reactor Operation II (Lab 1.0) The operationof the training reactor. The program is similar tothat required for the NRC Reactor Operator's li-cense. Students from other disciplines will alsobenefit from the course. Prerequisite: Nu Eng105, 206.

307 Nuclear Fuel Cycle (Lect 3.0) Nuclear fuel re-serves and resources; milling, conversion, andenrichment; fuel fabrication; in-and-out-of corefuel management; transportation, storage, anddisposal of nuclear fuel; low level and high levelwaste management, economics of the nuclear fuelcycle. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205.

308 Reactor Laboratory II (Lect 1.0 and Lab 1.0) Acontinuation of Nuclear Engineering 304 with ex-periments of a more advanced nature. Prerequi-site: Nu Eng 304.

309 Licensing Of Nuclear Power Plants (Lect 2.0)The pertinent sections of the Code of Federal Reg-ulations, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission'sRegulatory Guides and Staff Position Papers, andother regulatory requirements are reviewed.Safety analysis reports and environmental reportsfor specific plants are studied.

310 Seminar (Variable) Discussion of current topics.Prerequisite: Senior standing.

311 Reactor Physics II (Lect 3.0) Analytic and com-puter based methods of solving problems of reac-tor physics. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 303, Cmp Sc228.

315 Space Nuclear Power And Propulsion (Lect3.0) A study of the design, operation and applica-tion of radioisotope power generators and nuclearreactors for space power and propulsion systemsused on both manned and unmanned missions.Prerequisite: Mc Eng 219 or Nu Eng 319.

319 Nuclear Power Plant Systems (Lect 3.0) Astudy of current nuclear power plant concepts andthe environmental economics and safety consid-erations affecting their design. Includes such top-ics as: thermodynamics, thermal hydraulics, andmechanical and electrical aspects of nuclear pow-er facilities. Prerequisites: Nu Eng 205 and ac-companied or preceded by Nu Eng 223.

322 Nuclear System Design I (Lect 1.0) A prelimi-nary design of a nuclear system (e.g. a fission orfusion nuclear reactor plant, a space power sys-tem, a radioactive waste disposal system). Pre-requisites: Nu Eng 223, 303, 319, preceded or ac-companied by Nu Eng 341.

323 Nuclear System Design II (Lect 3.0) A com-plete design of a nuclear system (e.g.a fission orfusion nuclear reactor plant, a space power sys-

tem, a radioactive waste disposal system). Pre-requisite: Nu Eng 322.

333 Applied Health Physics (Lect 3.0) Radiationsources; external and internal dosimetry; biolog-ical effects of radiation; radiation protection prin-ciples; regulatory guides; radioactive and nuclearmaterials management. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 203or Physics 107.

335 Radiation Protection Engineering (Lect 3.0)Radiation fields and sources including nuclear re-actors, radioactive wastes, x-ray machines, andaccelerators. Stopping of radiation (Charges par-ticles, photons, and neutrons) by matter. Radia-tion transport methods. Radiation shielding de-sign. Dose rate calculations. Biological effects ofradiation. Regulatory guides (10CFR20). Prereq-uisite: Nu Eng 205.

341 Nuclear Materials I (Lect 3.0) Fundamentals ofmaterials selection for components in nuclear ap-plications, design and fabrication of UO2 fuel; re-actor fuel element performance; mechanicalproperties of UO2; radiation damage and effects,including computer modeling; corrosion of mate-rials in nuclear reactor systems. Prerequisites:Bas Eng 110; Nuc Eng 205; Nuc Eng 223; Met Eng121. (Co-listed with Met Eng 341)

345 Radioactive Waste Management And Reme-diation (Lect 3.0) Sources and classes of ra-dioactive waste, long-term decay, spent fuel stor-age, transport, disposal options, regulatory con-trol, materials issues, site selection and geologiccharacterization, containment, design and moni-toring requirements, domestic and foreign wastedisposal programs, economic and environmentalissues, history of disposal actions, and conduct ofremedial actions and clean up. Prerequisite: Math204. (Co-listed with Geo 345)

351 Reactor Kinetics (Lect 3.0) Derivation and so-lutions to elementary kinetics models. Applicationof the point kinetics model in fast, thermal reac-tor dynamics, internal and external feedbackmechanism. Rigorous derivation and solutions ofthe space dependent kinetics model fission prod-uct and fuel isotope changes during reactor oper-ation. Prerequisite: Nu Eng 205.

361 Fusion Fundamentals (Lect 3.0) Introductionto the plasma state, single particle motion, kinet-ic theory, plasma waves, fusion, power genera-tion, radiation mechanisms, inertial confinementand fusion devices, including conceptual fusionpower plant designs. Prerequisite: Preceded oraccompanied by Math 204.

381 Probabilistic Risk Assessment I (Lect 3.0) Astudy of the techniques for qualitative and quan-titative assessment of reliability, safety and riskassociated with complex systems such as thoseencountered in the nuclear power industry. Em-phasis is placed on fault tree analysis. Prerequi-site: Nu Eng 205.

390 Undergraduate Research (Variable) Designedfor the undergraduate student who wishes to en-gage in research. Not for graduate credit. Not


more than six credit hours allowed for graduationcredit. Subject and credit to be arranged with theinstructor.

Petroleum EngineeringBachelor of EngineeringMaster of ScienceDoctor of Philosophy Doctor of Engineering

The Petroleum Engineering program is offered un-der the department of Geological Sciences and Engi-neering.

Anyone interested in providing adequate and safefossil energy for the future should consider a career inpetroleum engineering.

Because of the demand for oil and gas and advancesin petroleum technology, the field of petroleum engi-neering plays an important role in the world today. As apetroleum engineering student, you will study the tech-nology of oil and gas drilling, production, reserves esti-mation, and the prediction of future production. You willalso study the various techniques for evaluating thecharacteristics of Petroleum bearing formations andtheir fluid contents. Modern experimental and computa-tional tools are utilized to study the technology of welllogging, well testing, well stimulation, petroleum reser-voir engineering, secondary and tertiary recovery andgeology. Other areas of study will include: economicanalysis of oil and gas production, reservoir simulation,and artificial lift methods.

Recent curriculum changes, emphasis areas inreservoir characterization, information technology, andenergy industry management.

Mission StatementThe mission of the Petroleum Engineering program is

(1) to maintain a quality undergraduate program, and (2)to promote a high quality graduate program. It is believedthe second objective helps both faculty and students inachieving quality at the undergraduate level. The under-graduate program is designed to provide a well-rounded,technically strong curriculum to prepare students for a suc-cessful professional career, or for advanced study in Petro-leum Engineering or in other professional areas. The em-phasis of the undergraduate program is in preparing stu-dents for all aspects of the oil and gas industry. With thecurrent industry innovations resulting in a combination ofproduction and reservoir duties, courses in these areashave incorporated an integration of these concepts.

FacultyProfessors:Jay Gregg2 (Department Chair of Geological Sciences

and Engineering), Ph.D., Michigan StateLeonard F. Koederitz1 (Distinguished Teaching Profes-

sor) Emeritus, Ph.D., University of Missouri-Rolla

Daopu T. Numbere, Ph.D., University of OklahomaAssociate Professors:Shari Dunn-Norman, Ph.D., Heriot-Watt

1 Registered Professional Engineer2 Registered Geologist

Bachelor of SciencePetroleum EngineeringFRESHMAN YEAR(See Freshman Engineering Program) Students plan-ning on majoring in petroleum engineering should takea three hour elective in chemistry, geochemistry, or bi-ology in the freshman year, in addition to Chem 1, 2,and 4.

First Semester CreditEnglish 20-Expo & Argumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BE 10-Study & Careers in Eng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 1-Gen Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Chem 2-Gen Chem Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Chem 4-Intro to Lab Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1History 112, 175, 176, or Poly Sci 90 . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 14-Calc for Engineers I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Second SemesterElective in Chem, Geo Chem, or Bio Sc . . . . . . . . . .3Math 15-Calc for Engineers II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Ge Eng 50 or 51-Geo for Engrs/Physical Geo . . . . . .3Physics 23-Eng Physics I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4BE 20-Eng Design w/Com Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

17SOPHOMORE YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 131-Drill Pract & Well Completions . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 132-Petrol Production Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Pe Eng 141-Prop of Petroleum Hydrocarbons . . . . . .3Basic Eng 50-Statics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Math 22-Calc w/Analytic Geom III . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Physics 24-Eng Physics II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Second SemesterMath 204-Elem Diff Equa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 241-Petro Reservoir Engineering . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 242-Petro Reservoir Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Bas En 150-Statics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Econ 121 or 122-Prin of Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Emphasis Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15JUNIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 316-Production Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 232-Well Logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 257-Petroleum Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Cv Eng 230-Elem Fluid Mech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Hum/Soc Sci Elective1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Second SemesterME 227-Thermal Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng Tech Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Emphasis Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Bas En 110-Mechanics of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

15SENIOR YEARFirst Semester CreditPe Eng 310-Ethics and Professionalism . . . . . . . . . .1Pe Eng Tech Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Engl 60/160-Research or Tech Writing or SPM 85 . . .3Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3EE 281 or EE 282 or EE 283 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Adv Math/Stat or Cmp Sc Elective3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

16Second SemesterPe Eng 347-Petro Eng Design4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng Tech Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Pe Eng 335-Secondary Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Adv Hum/Soc Sci Elective2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Emphasis Elective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

151) Emphasis electives to be selected from approved list

within emphasis areas listed 2) Humanities/Social Science electives are to be se-

lected from a list of approved courses to be taken inaccordance with the School of Materials, Energy,and Earth Resources policy on Humanities/SocialScience electives. Psych 50 required for EnergyManagement emphasis area

3) Advanced Math/Statistics elective must be selectedfrom 200-level Math or Statistics course, or may beselected from Computer Science 73/77, ComputerScience 74/78 or an upper level Computer Sciencecourse. CS 74/78 required for the IT emphasis area.

4) All Petroleum Engineering students must take theFundamentals of Engineering Examination prior tograduation. A passing grade on this examination isnot required to earn a B.S. degree, however, it is thefirst step toward becoming a registered profession-al engineer. This requirement is part of the UMR as-sessment process as described in Assessment Re-quirements found elsewhere in this catalog. Stu-dents must sign a release form giving the Universi-ty access to their Fundamentals of Engineering Ex-amination score.

The total number of credit hours required for a degreein Petroleum Engineering is 128.

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

Energy Industry Management Em-phasis Area(9 hours total) Note: Select Psych 50 for one Humanities/SS electiveSelect three courses from the following list:Eng Mg 211- Mgt. Eng. & TechEng Mg 308 - Economic Decision AnalysisEng Mg 313 - Managerial Decision MakingEng Mg 327 - Legal Environment

Eng Mg 361 - Project ManagementEng Mg 364 - Value Analysis

Information Technology Emphasis Area(9 hours total) Note: Select Comp Sci 74 and 78 for AdvancedMath/Stat/Comp Sci electiveSelect IST 51 - Visual Basicand two other courses from the following list:IST 151 - JavaIST 211 - Web DesignBUS 110 Mngt & Org Behavior or Eng Mg 211

Reservoir Characterization EmphasisArea(9 hours total) Select Geo 340 - Petroleum Geology and two othercourses from the following list:Geo 220 - Structural GeologyGeo 223 - Stratigraphy and SedimentationGeo 385 - Exploration and Development SeismologyGeo 332 - Depositional Systems

Minor Curriculum inPetroleum Engineering

The Petroleum Industry employs not only Petroleumbut also Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Geological, Mechan-ical and other engineers. A Petroleum Engineering mi-nor, therefore, enhances the academic credentials of astudent and broadens their employment choices. A mi-nor in Petroleum Engineering requires 15 hours of UMRcredit to include 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 courses offeredexcept Seminars.

Petroleum Engineering Courses

121 Petroleum Introduction and Communica-tions (Lect 2.0) Introduction to petroleum engi-neering, and the oil and gas industry, throughprogramming concepts and software tools (wordprocessing, spreadsheets, databases, drawingand presentation software). Data manipulationand communications are emphasized through theapplication of industry data. Prerequisite: En-trance requirements.

131 Drilling Practices And Well Completions(Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Properties and occurrence

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of petroleum; petroleum exploration, equipment,materials, and processes employed in drilling andproduction practices; well completions; oil fieldoperation. Prerequisites: Preceded or accompa-nied by Math 21 (or 15) and Physics 23.

132 Petroleum Production Laboratory (Lab 1.0)Properties and chemical treatment of oil welldrilling mud; methods of field testing; synthesis ofdrilling muds; properties of well cements, oil wellbrines, oil field emulsions; specialized oil fieldequipment operation. Prerequisite: Accompaniedby Pe Eng 131.

141 Properties Of Hydrocarbon Fluids (Lect 3.0)Physical properties of petroleum fluids; chemicalcomponents of petroleum fluids. Elementaryphase behavior; calculations of the physical prop-erties of gases, liquids, and gas-liquid mixtures inequilibrium. Prerequisite: Chem 1.



232 Well Logging I (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) An intro-duction to the electrical, nuclear, and acousticproperties of rocks: theory and interpretation ofconventional well logs. Prerequisite: Physics 24 or25.

241 Petroleum Reservoir Engineering (Lect 3.0)Properties of reservoir formations and fluids;reservoir mechanics including fluid flow throughreservoir rock, capillary phenomena, material bal-ance, volumetric analyses, drive mechanisms.Prerequisites: Math 22, accompanied or precededby Pe Eng 141 or senior standing.

242 Petroleum Reservoir Laboratory (Lab 1.0)Core analysis determination of intensive proper-ties of crude oil and its products; equipment andmethods used to obtain petroleum reservior infor-mation. Prerequisite: Accompanied by Pe Eng241.

257 Petroleum Valuation And Economics (Lect3.0) Estimation of oil and gas reserves; engineer-ing costs; depreciation; evaluation of producingproperties; federal income tax considerations;chance factor and risk determination. Prerequi-sites: Pe Eng 241, Econom 121 or Econom 122.

271 Fundamental Digital Applications In Petrole-um Engineering (Lect 3.0) Applications of Win-dows-based Visual Basic solutions to engineeringproblems including selected topics in fluid flow,PVT behavior, matrices in engineering solutions,translating curves to computer solutions, predic-tor-corrector material balance solutions, andgraphical display of results. Prerequisite: JuniorStanding.



302 Offshore Petroleum Technology (Lect 3.0) Anintroduction to the development of oil and gasfields offshore, including offshore leasing, drilling,well completions, production facilities, pipelines,and servicing. Subsea systems, and deepwaterdevelopments are also included. This course issuitable for mechanical, electrical and civil engi-neering students interested in ultimately workingoffshore. Prerequisite: Pet Eng 131 recommend-ed.

303 Environmental Petroleum Applications (Lect3.0) This course is a study of environmental pro-tection and regulatory compliance in the oil andgas industry. The impact of various environmentallaws on drilling and production operations will becovered. Oilfield and related wastes and theirhandling are described. Federal, state and localregulatory agencies are introduced, and their rolein permitting and compliance monitoring is pre-sented. Legal and ethical responsibilities are dis-cussed. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

308 Applied Reservoir Simulation (Lect 3.0) Sim-ulation of actual reservoir problems using bothfield and individual well models to determine wellspacing, secondary recovery prospects, futurerate predictions and recovery, coning effects, rel-ative permeability adjustments and other historymatching techniques. Co-requisite: Pe Eng 257.

310 Seminar (Lect 1.0) Discussion of current topics.(Course cannot be used for graduate credit). Pre-requisite: Senior standing in Pe Eng.

314 Advanced Drilling Technology (Lect 3.0) In-depth studies of cost control; hole problems; wellplanning; drilling fluids and cuttings transport;hydraulics; pressure control, directional drilling;drill bits; cementing; fishing; wellhead and tubu-lar designs; computer modeling of drilling sys-tems optimized design of drilling procedure. Pre-requisites: Pe Eng 131, Cv Eng 230, Cmp Sc 73.

316 Production Applications (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0)An introduction to production engineering topics:single and multi-phase flow through pipes; inflowperformance; nodal systems analysis; perforat-ing; acidizing; hydraulic fracturing; well comple-tion equipment and practices; production logging;well servicing. Prerequisites: Pet Eng 131, pre-ceded or accompanied by Civ Eng 230 and Pet Eng241.

320 Fundamentals Of Petroleum Reservoir Simu-lation (Lect 3.0) An introduction to petroleumreservoir simulation. Fundamentals of finite dif-ference approximation of the partial differentialequations of flow through porous media. Discus-sion of various simulation schemes, data han-dling, boundary conditions. Use of a dry gas andblack oil simulators. Prerequisites: Cmp Sc 73,Math 204.

323 Artificial Lift (Lect 3.0) This course is a study ofartificial lift methods used to produce liquids

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(oil/water) from wellbores. Methods covered in-clude sucker rod (piston) pumps, electric sub-mersible pumps, gas lift, hydraulic lift and plungerlift. Prerequisite: Pe Eng 241 or equivalent.

329 Applied Petroleum Reservoir Engineering(Lect 3.0) Quantitative study of oil production bynatural forces, gas cap, water influx, solution gas,etc.; material balance equations, study of gas,non-retrograde gas condensate, and black oilreservoirs. Predictive calculations of oil recoveryfrom different reservoir types. Prerequisites: PeEng 241 and 242.

333 Reservoir Characterization (Lect 3.0) The in-tegration and extrapolation of Geologic, Geophys-ical, and Petroleum Engineering data for flowmodel construction.

335 Secondary Recovery Of Petroleum (Lect 3.0)Oil recovery by water or gas injection. Variousprediction methods. Design of water floodingprojects. Cyclic steam stimulation of oil wells, de-sign criteria. Oil recovery from thermally stimu-lated wells, prediction methods. Brief-introductionto EOR (enhanced oil recovery) methods. Prereq-uisites: Pe Eng 241, 242, and Mc Eng 227.

341 Well Test Analysis (Lect 2.0 and Lab 1.0) Caus-es of low well productivity; analysis of pressurebuildup tests, drawdown tests, multi-rate tests,injection well fall off tests, and open flow potentialtests; design of well testing procedures. Prerequi-sites: Pe Eng 241 and Math 204.

347 Petroleum Engineering Design (Lect 3.0) Se-nior capstone design project(s) based on industrydata. Application of reservoir engineering: drillingand production engineering principles to evaluateand solve an industry problem such as a new fielddevelopment, evaluation of an existing reservoirasset, or analysis of field re-development. Prereq-uisites: Pe Eng 241, Pe Eng 316, and senior stand-ing.

360 Natural Gas Engineering (Lect 3.0) Gas re-serves estimation, deliverability, and future pro-duction performance prediction. Deliverabilitytesting of gas wells including isochronal, flow af-ter flow, drawdown and buildup. Gasfield develop-ment and underground storage. Gas productionmetering gauging and transmission. Prerequisite:Preceded or accompanied by Pe Eng 241.

School of Materials, Energy, andEarth Resources Courses101 Special Topics (Variable) This course is desig-

nated to give the department an opportunity totest a new course.

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