Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering

The Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering degree engages students in quality academic experiences and provides opportunities for exposure to cutting-edge research. With a basis in strong disciplinary fundamentals, interdisciplinary perspective, and societal concern, the program prepares graduates to be technical leaders for a wide range of careers in the areas of healthcare, data science, nanotechnology, energy, and sustainability.

Concentrations

Chemical Engineering
Polymer Engineering
Application of Machine Learning to Pharmaceutical Development

Program Objectives

The program prepares students to:

apply advanced chemical engineering concepts in a professional and ethical manner with awareness of safety, sustainability and the role of technology in society.

collaborate effectively with other professionals based on their knowledge of advanced chemical engineering concepts, broad interdisciplinary knowledge and application of modern information technology tools for efficient teamwork and successful leadership.

engage in lifelong learning through professional activities and continuing education.

participate in technology innovation through development of chemical processes and products, generation of intellectual property or establishing new enterprises.

Program Outcomes

By the time of graduation, students will be able to:

apply advanced knowledge of chemical engineering concepts (e.g., chemical kinetics and reactor design, thermodynamics and transport phenomena) to chemical processing systems.
develop chemical engineering systems by evaluating feasibility, cost, safety, government regulatory issues and societal impacts.
collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams and provide effective leadership.
communicate through professional correspondence, technical reports and presentations.
adapt to changing technological and societal needs based on advanced knowledge in chemical engineering with interdisciplinary exposure and appreciation of the benefit and fulfillment of life-long learning.

Degree Requirements

The Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering is a 30-credit degree program. Students are required to complete:

5 core courses (15 credits) in their chosen concentration
5 elective courses (15 credits)
- Including up to 6 credits of research courses

Chemical Engineering Concentration Curriculum

Chemical Engineering Concentration (10 Courses)

CHE 620	Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics	3
CHE 632	Advanced Momentum Transfer	3
CHE 633	Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer	3
CHE 650	Reactor Design	3
MA 530	Applied Mathematics for Engineers & Scientists II	3

Plus five courses or thesis work in combination with three to four courses.

Polymer Engineering Concentration Curriculum

Polymer Engineering Concentration (10 Courses)

CHE 560	Fundamentals of Polymer Science	3
CHE 632	Advanced Momentum Transfer	3
CHE 633	Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer	3
CHE 671	Polymer Rheology	3
CHE 672	Processing of Polymers for Biomedical Applications	3