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Discusses the nature of adjoint variables (the sensitivity coefficients in optimal search problems) and their role in optimal reactors in chemical engineering. (JN)

Examines topics related to classical solution thermodynamics, considering energy, enthalpy, and the Gibbs function. Applicable mathematical equations are introduced and discussed when appropriate. (JN)

The author is a chemical engineer (doing a research in mass transfer operations at a national laboratory) and an adjunct faculty member. The advantages of being such a faculty member are discussed, indicating that this is an effective mechanism for maintaining technical as well as educational skills. (JN)

This article: (1) traces some of the history behind the International Business Machines (IBM) and academic arrangement; (2) describes the Advanced Control System and how it is used in undergraduate process control courses; (3) discusses benefits to students and teachers; and (4) summarizes future plans. (JN)

Summarizes and compares time domain and Z-transformation methods for sampled data process control design and analysis. Shows that all of the results and concepts usually considered in undergraduate exercises can be developed more quickly, clearly, and intuitively in the time domain. (JN)

Describes a course for chemical engineers, chemists, and petroleum engineers that focuses on colloid and surface science. Major topic areas in the course include capillarity, surface thermodynamics, adsorption contact angle, micelle formation, solubilization in micelles, emulsions, foams, and applications. (JN)

A special-topics course in polymer processing has acquired regular course status. Course goals, content (including such new topics as polymer applications in microelectronics), and selected term projects are described. (JN)

Describes a course designed to show similarities between electrochemistry and corrosion engineering and to show graduate students that electrochemical and corrosion engineering can be accomplished by extending their knowledge of chemical engineering models. Includes course outline, textbooks selected, and teaching methods used. (JN)

Analyzes steady-state multiplicity in chemical reactors, focusing on the use of two mathematical tools, namely, the catastrophe theory and the singularity theory with a distinguished parameter. These tools can be used to determine the maximum number of possible solutions and the different types of bifurcation diagrams. (JN)

The extended form of the Gibbs phase rule can be used to determine the degrees of freedom possessed by a system consisting of several species which partake in one or more chemical reactions. Discusses the use of the rule, considering the number of system components, stoichiometric/special constraints, and applications. (JN)

Described is recent history related to polymer science and engineering. Developments from 1920 to the current time are discussed. (RH)

Addresses pros and cons of the current accreditation system in chemical engineering. Includes a review of the organizational structure of the accreditation process, accreditation criteria, and the author's opinions on the process. (JN)

Degrees of freedom analysis, the nature of Sorel's equations and sparsity patterns, equation-tearing strategies, simple and complex separation operations, and the complete tearing method are among the topic areas addressed in this discussion of equilibrium-stage operations, with and without computer applications. (JN)

The organization and contents of a linear algebra course for chemical engineers are described. The course, which emphasizes both abstraction and application, meets twice a week for two hours and runs largely as a lecture, although active student participation is encouraged by frequent questions from the instructor. (JN)