• Chemical engineering is unique among the engineering disciplines in that it is built on chemistry as well as physics and mathematics. From its early foundation in petrochemical and bulk chemical processing, chemical engineering has expanded to play key roles in the development and production of pharmaceuticals and bioengineered materials, specialty polymers and high strength composites, semiconductors and microelectronic devices, as well as a wide range of ultrapure fine chemicals.
  • Therefore, chemical engineering is essential for the operation of contemporary society. The solution of many of the problems facing society today, including energy, the environment and development of high-performance materials, will involve chemical engineers. Future opportunities in the field are very bright.