ESF Academic Catalog
Bachelor of Science in Paper Engineering
The paper engineering program is a chemical engineering-based curriculum designed to provide greater depth in fiber and paper processing for students preparing for an engineering career in the pulp, paper and allied industries.
The pulp and paper industry is at the forefront of the renewable resources industry. It represents the first industry that uses biomass in large quantities to produce commodity and specialized products. Graduates are well prepared to move into assignments in the engineering field and advance quickly to positions of responsibility in the analysis and design of processes and equipment. The paper engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
Lower Division Required Courses
| Course Number | Course | Codes * | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| APM 205 | G | ||
| APM 206 | G | ||
| APM 307 | |||
| APM 485 | |||
| ECH 132 | |||
| ECH 133 | |||
| EWP 190 | G | ||
| EWP 290 | G | ||
| FCH 150 | G | ||
| FCH 151 | G | ||
| FCH 152 | G | ||
| FCH 153 | G | ||
| FCH 221 | |||
| FCH 222 | |||
| FCH 223 AND FCH 224 OR PSE 223 |
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| FOR 207 | |||
| GNE 160 | |||
| PHY 211 | G | ||
| PHY 212 | |||
| PHY 221 | |||
| PHY 222 | |||
| PSE 200 | |||
| PSE 201 | G | ||
| PSE 202 | |||
| ECH 202 | |||
| ECH 212 |
General Education Elective
| Course Name | Codes* | Credits |
| General Education Course in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice | G | 3 |
Upper Division Required Courses
| Course Number | Course | Codes * | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| APM 395 | |||
| ECH 322 | |||
| ECH 323 | |||
| ECH 324 | |||
| ECH 355 | |||
| ECH 371 | |||
| ESF 200 | |||
| EWP 444 | |||
| PSE 304 | |||
| PSE 306 | |||
| PSE 350 | |||
| PSE 450 | |||
| PSE 462 | |||
| PSE 467 | |||
| PSE 478 | |||
| PSE 481 |
EWP 200 and EWP 407 are to be taken in the same semester in the same time block. Please consult your advisor if you have question.
Directed Electives
| Course Number | Course | Codes * | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINEERING DIRECTED ELECTIVES | 9 - 12 | ||
| SCIENCE ELECTIVES | 3 - 6 |
The list of directed elective courses is available in the student handbook and from the student’s advisor. Some courses are available in an exchange program with Germany.
Total Minimum Credits For Degree: 128