As part of the B.S. degree in chemical and life science engineering, all students complete an approved internship or cooperative education experience.

Learning outcomes:

  • Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
  • Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  • Design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability
  • Function on multidisciplinary teams
  • Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
  • Gain an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
  • Communicate effectively
  • Complete the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context
  • Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in, lifelong learning
  • Gain knowledge of contemporary issues
  • Use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
  • Understand hazards associated with chemical, physical and/or biological processes