• Chemical Engineering is concerned with the design and operation of processes that convert materials and energy into the higher value products we use every day.
  • It understands the processes which occur at a small scale and relates these to the larger-scale production of, for example, pharmaceuticals, foodstuffs, energy, polymers, lubricants, fuels, semiconductors, batteries, paints, and coatings.
  • The main tools of the Chemical Engineer are the applied sciences, engineering, technology, finance and management in that as a Chemical Engineer you become proficient in not only identifying how to convert materials into functional products but also in how to construct, operate and manage facilities so that they are economical, ethical and sustainable.
  • It borders and overlaps with other engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical and civil engineering as well as business studies and entrepreneurship.