MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY · UNITED STATES
Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering
Bachelor's · Taught in en
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This course delves into the analysis of chemical and biological reaction systems. It applies core concepts like reaction rate, stoichiometry, and equilibrium. The curriculum focuses on deriving rate expressions from mechanisms and steady-state assumptions. You will also learn to design chemical and biochemical reactors by integrating chemical kinetics, transport phenomena, and mass/energy balances.
Curriculum
Topics covered include chemical/biochemical pathways, enzymatic, pathway, and cell growth kinetics. It also covers batch, plug flow, and well-stirred reactors for chemical reactions and cultivations of microorganisms and mammalian cells. Advanced topics include heterogeneous and enzymatic catalysis, and heat and mass transport in reactors, such as diffusion to and within catalyst particles and cells or immobilized enzymes.
- As Taught In Spring 2007
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering programme about?
- This course analyzes chemical and biological reaction systems, applying concepts like reaction rate, stoichiometry, and equilibrium. You will learn to derive rate expressions from mechanisms and design reactors by integrating kinetics, transport phenomena, and mass/energy balances.
- What topics are covered in the curriculum?
- The curriculum includes chemical/biochemical pathways, kinetics for enzymes and cell growth, and various reactor types like batch and plug flow. Advanced topics cover heterogeneous catalysis and heat/mass transport in reactors.
- What are the tuition and fees for this course?
- This course is available via MIT OpenCourseWare with free access to materials. Specific tuition and fees for enrollment in a degree program at MIT are not detailed for this individual course, and graduate program information may differ.
- How can I apply to this programme?
- The application process described is for the Computational & Systems Biology PhD Program and may differ for undergraduate programs. Applications are submitted online, requiring transcripts, English proficiency scores, letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose.
- What are the application deadlines?
- The application period is from October 1st to December 1st, with the application deadline on December 1st.
- What are the potential career outcomes?
- Specific career outcomes are not provided for this course. However, the skills learned are foundational for roles in various engineering and scientific fields.
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Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition and living costs are not specified for this individual course. Information for graduate programs at MIT may differ.
Tuition (home)Tuition and living costs are not specified for this individual course. Information for graduate programs at MIT may differ.
LivingTuition and living costs are not specified for this individual course. Information for graduate programs at MIT may differ.
This course is available via MIT OpenCourseWare, which provides free access to course materials. Specific tuition and fees for enrollment in a degree program at MIT are not detailed for this course.
How to apply
1. Online ApplicationSubmit your application online through the MIT application portal.
2. Prepare DocumentsHave scanned copies of your academic transcripts and English proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL) ready. Official documents will be required later.
3. Letters of RecommendationRequest at least two academic recommendations electronically. You can submit up to six letters.
4. Statement of PurposeWrite about your scientific goals, how they align with the program at MIT, relevant experiences, and potential contributions to the MIT community.
5. Submit ApplicationComplete all parts of the application, including transcripts, evaluations, and application fee, by the deadline.
Scholarships
Departmental FellowshipsStipend of $3,643.76 per month (effective June 1, 2023), plus a tuition award.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Chemical and Biological Reaction Engineering programme about?
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This course analyzes chemical and biological reaction systems, applying concepts like reaction rate, stoichiometry, and equilibrium. You will learn to derive rate expressions from mechanisms and design reactors by integrating kinetics, transport phenomena, and mass/energy balances.
What topics are covered in the curriculum?
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The curriculum includes chemical/biochemical pathways, kinetics for enzymes and cell growth, and various reactor types like batch and plug flow. Advanced topics cover heterogeneous catalysis and heat/mass transport in reactors.
What are the tuition and fees for this course?
+
This course is available via MIT OpenCourseWare with free access to materials. Specific tuition and fees for enrollment in a degree program at MIT are not detailed for this individual course, and graduate program information may differ.
How can I apply to this programme?
+
The application process described is for the Computational & Systems Biology PhD Program and may differ for undergraduate programs. Applications are submitted online, requiring transcripts, English proficiency scores, letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose.
What are the application deadlines?
+
The application period is from October 1st to December 1st, with the application deadline on December 1st.
What are the potential career outcomes?
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Specific career outcomes are not provided for this course. However, the skills learned are foundational for roles in various engineering and scientific fields.