School of Engineering and Technology Facilities
At Central Michigan University’s School of Engineering and Technology, you have access to state-of-the-art laboratory spaces designed to support both your coursework and research. Faculty members have their own specialized labs, while a shared teaching and research laboratory provides you with hands-on experience in environmental analysis and engineering methodologies.
Shared Teaching and Research Laboratory
In the shared laboratory, you will develop proficiency in essential water quality measurement techniques used in water and wastewater treatment and environmental monitoring. This space also serves as a primary research environment for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Key Equipment:
Liquid Chromatographer
Gas Chromatographer
Spectrophotometer
Membrane system
Additional instrumentation for environmental analysis detecting specific contaminants
Faculty Research Laboratories
Anaerobic Biotechnology Laboratory
If you are interested in anaerobic digestion research, this laboratory is equipped with:
A temperature-controlled environmental chamber
Bioreactors
An autoclave
A furnace
A digital reactor block
A spectrophotometer
A centrifuge
Environmental Genomics and Microbial Ecology Laboratory
In this lab, you will explore environmental genomics and microbial ecology, using molecular tools to analyze microbial interactions with significant implications for sustainability.
Key Equipment:
High and low-throughput quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) machines
DNA and RNA analysis tools
Various supplies for genetic sequencing and microbial studies
Research Focus:
Developing and applying novel molecular tools
Conducting DNA and RNA analysis of environmental samples
Understanding microorganisms and their roles in health and engineering
Utilizing genomics to address environmental challenges
WaTTeR Lab
In this lab, you will work on water treatment and reuse technologies.
Research Focus:
Physicochemical water and wastewater treatment
Advanced water treatment for reuse
Key Equipment:
Fluorescence spectrophotometer
Total Organic Carbon Analyzer
Solar simulator
Thermal Fluids Laboratory
The Thermal Fluids Laboratory is primarily designed for undergraduate education, though faculty occasionally use its equipment for research.
Why It’s Important:
Supports EGR-460, a required course for the BSME degree.
Reinforces mechanical engineering principles covered in associated lecture courses.
Unique Features:
Gives you exposure to physical equipment and mensuration devices.
Helps you develop skills in preparing experiment procedures and presenting engineering reports.
While the experiments focus on fundamental mechanical engineering principles, they provide hands-on experience that strengthens theoretical knowledge.