213 ChE Potpourri: Beer and Thermodynamics


Description:
Thermodynamics and beer often solicit opposite responses from students. The topic of thermodynamics is often described by various words that are not very flattering; beer is almost universally accepted. The internet is filled with various “I hate thermodynamics” websites and threads protesting this particular subject. However, thermodynamics can be exciting, powerful, revealing, interesting and…fun! Just like beer. In this session we have identified educators who have ideas and demonstrations to make thermodynamics and beer fun subjects for faculty to teach and for students to learn.

Sponsor:
Undergraduate Education
Co-Sponsor(s):
Thermodynamics and Transport Properties (01A)


Co-chairs:
Anju Gupta
Assistant Professor
Rochester Institute of Technology
Chemical Engineering
160 Lomb Memorial Dr
Rochester, NY
14623
Email: argche@rit.edu

Donald P. Visco Jr.
Professor
University of Akron
302 Buchtel Common
Akron, OH
44325
Fax Number: 330-972-5162
Email: dviscoj@uakron.edu


Papers:
Developing Chemical Engineering Acumen By Brewing Kicking Mule Beer
Matthew Armstrong, United States Military Academy; Joshua White, United States Military Academy; Geoffrey Bull, United States Military Academy; Jesse Hudgins, United States Military Academy
Beer Experiments - a Hopping Success
Claire F. Komives, San Jose State University; Corey Lapeyri, San Jose State University; Alexis Venegas, San Jose State University; Diego Marquez, San Jose State University; Joseph Pesek, San Jose State University
The Art of the Game: Infusing Thermodynamics Learning with Classic Household Games
Reginald E. Rogers Jr., Rochester Institute of Technology
Abstract Submissions Closed
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