The BS degree is a four-year program where students gain a strong grasp on areas such as calculus and organic chemistry. Chemical and biological engineering students are required to take a total of 128 credit hours.
Students may choose between two tracks:
- Materials track: This track is suited for students interested in applying their education in chemistry and transport theory to developing new materials. This option focuses on polymeric and ceramic materials by complementing the chemical engineering curriculum with elective courses stressing the interrelationship among materials fabrication, structure, properties and performance.
- Pre-med track: This track is offered for students preparing for medical school. Since chemical engineering already requires most of the pre-med courses, it is a logical choice for students who desire an engineering degree and the opportunity to pursue a medical profession.
The department offers a senior thesis option as well as a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) summer program sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
And an additional degree option for chemical engineering students:
- Bachelor’s-accelerated master’s: A combined bachelor's (BS) and master's (MS) degree is offered for highly motivated undergraduate students. The BAM program allows students to take advanced courses at an accelerated pace, engage in an independent research project and obtain both degrees in five years.
