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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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MECH 489 001 (CRN: 25727)
MICROFLUIDICS
Long Title: MICROFLUIDICS: FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Instructor: Lillehoj, Peter
Meeting: 10:50AM - 12:05PM TR (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Prerequisites: MECH 371
Section Max Enrollment: 5
Section Enrolled: 4
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 15
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 9
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 12:09AM
Final Exam: Scheduled Final Exam-OTR Room
Description: This course presents an introduction to microfluidics, including theoretical analysis of microscale flows, basic understanding of microscale properties, fabrication processes for microfluidic devices and an overview of common applications, many of which are relevant for bioprocessing and biodetection. Basic understanding of physics, chemistry, intermediate calculus and fluid mechanics is required. Cross-list: MECH 589.