Upon graduation, our students will have learned skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communication necessary for success as practicing chemical engineers and for continued studies in graduate school.

To achieve its mission, the Chemical Engineering program provides an intensive educational program with faculty dedicated to developing the framework for and stimulating the desire to pursue ongoing active learning. A thorough base in mathematics, physical science, engineering science, laboratory, design, and communication skills is provided through course activities, individual and group-based projects, and independent research.

Our curriculum exposes students to relevant safety, environmental, social, and economic issues facing the engineer in modern society. Our student-to-faculty ratio permits frequent student contact with members of the faculty, creating opportunities for independent research, active advising, and mentoring.

The department provides a student experience that fosters leadership development, encourages creativity and intellectual curiosity, and demands responsible behavior and high quality performance. Flexibility in the curriculum provides opportunities to pursue independent research, a minor, double major, study abroad, honors degree or gain practical job experience through voluntary participation in an industrial co-op program. Particular strengths of the department lie in the areas of biomolecular engineering, advanced materials, energy and the environment, and computer applications.

Program Educational Objectives

• The graduates will be gainfully employed in chemical engineering or related career paths including industrial, academic, governmental and non-governmental organizations.
• The graduates will continue their professional development by engaging in professional activities and/or training to enhance their careers and/or pursue post-graduate studies.