Chemical Engineering combines the principles of mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology with engineering practices in order to improve the human environment. This definition is intentionally broad because of the wide range of industries that call for the services of Chemical Engineers.
Chemical engineers invent, develop, design, operate, and manage processes.
We make products that meet society's needs. We play key roles in industries as varied as petroleum, petrochemicals, food, materials, specialty chemicals, power production, environmental control, waste management, and biotechnology. You'll find us wherever an understanding of chemical transformations and separations is necessary in addition to knowledge from other engineering fields. Examples of chemical engineering processes are the refining of crude oil by distillation , production of insulin through a fermentation process and catalytic converters for reducing automotive emissions . The Chemical Engineering curriculum is a strong combination of both theoretical and practical coursework.