Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

The chemical engineering curriculum is designed to give graduates a broad background in chemical engineering processes and to prepare them to become practicing engineers. Graduates are prepared for positions in operations, development, design, construction, and management of chemical plants, environmental processes, life sciences, and materials processing. These industries convert raw materials, such as ethylene and other organic feedstock’s, via chemical and physical changes to produce economically desirable products such as plastics, detergents, paint, and adhesives. Students with this background are also prepared for graduate school in engineering and science as well as for any professional school. Program Educational Objectives Graduates will be successful in their professional careers and/or post graduate training as demonstrated by their solution of traditional chemical engineering problems, their solution of problems in extended applications of chemical engineering (especially biologically), as well as non-related fields, and their development of new and valuable ideas. Graduates will be able to work competitively in diverse professional environments, as demonstrated by successfully working on teams, working independently, providing leadership, mentoring junior co-workers, and communicating effectively. Graduates will demonstrate professional character exhibited by their ethical behavior, their pursuit of professional registration, their pursuit of life-long learning opportunities, their commitment to responsible safety practices, and their articulation of the environmental impact of their work. Major Learning Goals Upon graduation, all Bachelors of Science students in Chemical Engineering will: Understand and be able to analyze entire chemical processes, including those with life science applications. Be proficient in the oral and written communication of their work and ideas. Be proficient in the use of computers, recent computer software, and computer-based information systems. Have the ability to learn independently but will also be able to participate effectively in groups. Be able to design effective laboratory experiments, to perform laboratory experiments, to gather data, to analyze data, and to test theories. Be prepared for a lifetime of continuing education. Understand the safety and environmental consequences of their work as chemical engineers and will be able to design safe processes. Understand their professional and ethical responsibilities. Have the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context. Career Profile Upon graduation, chemical engineering majors are prepared for positions in the operation, development, design, construction and management of industrial plants in industries that subject raw materials to chemical and physical changes to produce desirable products, as well as positions in technical sales, research institutions and government. Students are also well-prepared for graduate and professional school.