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  • 10 644: Frontiers in Therapeutics and Drug Delivery

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Provides an introduction to pharmaceutics and conventional oral, injected, transdermal and inhaled drug delivery systems. Includes studies of drug delivery devices and systems, e.g., stents, pumps, depo systems, responsive drug delivery systems, and biological/cell based therapies. Covers nano- and micro drug delivery systems, including polymer-drug conjugates, modified proteins, liposomes and polymer nanoparticles, viral and non-viral genetic therapy, and microencapsulated vaccines. Discusses reviews and current technology. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Limited to 40. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 7.05 or permission of instructor
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  • 10 65: Chemical Reactor Engineering

    4.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Fundamentals of chemically reacting systems with emphasis on synthesis of chemical kinetics and transport phenomena. Topics include kinetics of gas, liquid, and surface reactions; quantum chemistry; transition state theory; surface adsorption, diffusion, and desorption processes; mechanism and kinetics of biological processes; mechanism formulation and sensitivity analysis. Reactor topics include nonideal flow reactors, residence time distribution and dispersion models; multiphase reaction systems; nonlinear reactor phenomena. Examples are drawn from different applications, including heterogeneous catalysis, polymerization, combustion, biochemical systems, and materials processing. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 10.37 or permission of instructor
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  • 10 652J: Kinetics of Chemical Reactions

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Experimental and theoretical aspects of chemical reaction kinetics, including transition-state theories, molecular beam scattering, classical techniques, quantum and statistical mechanical estimation of rate constants, pressure-dependence and chemical activation, modeling complex reacting mixtures, and uncertainty/ sensitivity analyses. Reactions in the gas phase, liquid phase, and on surfaces are discussed with examples drawn from atmospheric, combustion, industrial, catalytic, and biological chemistry. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 5.62, 10.37, or 10.65
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  • 10 668J: Statistical Mechanics of Polymers

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Concepts of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics applied to macromolecules: polymer conformations in melts, solutions, and gels; Rotational Isomeric State theory, Markov processes and molecular simulation methods applied to polymers; incompatibility and segregation in incompressible and compressible systems; molecular theory of viscoelasticity; relation to scattering and experimental measurements. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 10.568 or permission of instructor
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  • 10 702J: Introduction to Experimental Biology and Communication

    4.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Introduction to the experimental concepts and methods of molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetic analysis. Emphasis on experimental design, critical data analysis, and the development of written communications skills. 12 units may be applied to the General Institute Laboratory Requirement. Concurrent registration with 7.03 strongly recommended. Enrollment limited. Prerequisite:    Prereq: Biology (GIR)
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  • 10 74J: Radiative Transfer

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Principles of thermal radiation and their application to engineering heat and photon transfer problems. Quantum and classical models of radiative properties of materials, electromagnetic wave theory for thermal radiation, radiative transfer in absorbing, emitting, and scattering media, and coherent laser radiation. Applications cover laser-material interactions, imaging, infrared instrumentation, global warming, semiconductor manufacturing, combustion, furnaces, and high temperature processing. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 2.51, 10.302, or permission of instructor
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  • 10 792J: Global Operations Leadership Seminar

    0.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Integrative forum in which worldwide leaders in business, finance, government, sports, and education share their experiences and insights with students aspiring to run global operations. Students play a large role in managing the seminar. Preference to LGO students. Prerequisite:    Prereq: None
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  • 10 805J: Technology, Law, and the Working Environment

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Addresses relationship between technology-related problems and the law applicable to work environment. National Labor Relations Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act. Toxic Substances Control Act, state worker's compensation, and suits by workers in the courts discussed. Problems related to occupational health and safety, collective bargaining as a mechanism for altering technology in the workplace, job alienation, productivity, and the organization of work addressed. Prior courses or experience in the environmental, public health, or law-related areas. Prerequisite:    Prereq: Permission of instructor
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  • 10 806: Management in Engineering

    3.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Introduction and overview of engineering management. Financial principles, management of innovation, technical strategy and best management practices. Case study method of instruction emphasizes participation in class discussion. Focus is on the development of individual skills and management tools. Restricted to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite:    Prereq: None
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  • 10 807J: Innovation Teams

    4.00 Credits
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    Students work in teams to develop commercialization strategies for innovative research projects generated in MIT laboratories. Projects cover critical aspects of commercialization, from selecting the target application and market for the technology to developing an intellectual property strategy and performing a competitive analysis. Instruction provided in communication and teamwork skills, as well as analysis of the challenges and benefits of technology transfer. Includes lectures, guest speakers, and extensive team coaching. Designed primarily for students in engineering, science, and management. Applications, resumes, and a brief statement of interest are required prior to registration. Prerequisite:    Prereq: 15.911 or permission of instructor
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