Chemical and Biological Engineering

Students interested in Chemical and Biological Engineering might also enjoy further options listed below that incorporate the same key features.

   

Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology

   

Study of Chemical Transportation

   

Topics in Advanced Mathematics

   

Development of Innovative Technologies

   

Concern for both Human and Environmental Health

   

Product Design

   

Hands-on Learning

  • The Chemistry major focuses on the study of matter, energy and the interaction between them. Students take courses in general, organic, physical and analytical/instrumental chemistry, as well as an introductory general chemistry sequence and ancillary work in calculus and physics.

  • The molecular, cellular and developmental biology minor explores the molecular and cellular mechanisms that provide the basis for life. Students will also learn the principles of genetics and acquire hands-on lab experience.

Characteristics it possesses

   Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology
   Study of Chemical Transportation
   Topics in Advanced Mathematics
   Concern for both Human and Environmental Health
   Hands-on Learning

  • The Biochemistry major studies the intersection of chemistry and biology, allowing students to examine the building blocks of life (DNA, RNA, Proteins), how they evolved and interact, and how those chemical reactions continue to impact human's lives. 

  • The computational biology minor teaches undergraduates to combine computational thinking and algorithms to study complex biological problems and systems. The program prepares students to understand complex biological phenomena and topics including biotechnology, precision medicine, environmental science, data science, and scientific research.

Characteristics it possesses

   Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology
   Study of Chemical Transportation
   Topics in Advanced Mathematics
   Development of Innovative Technologies
   Concern for both Human and Environmental Health
   Product Design
   Hands-on Learning

  • The degree in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology explores the principles driving ecological and evolutionary processes, including molecular mechanisms, genetics, behavior, population and community dynamics, morphology and systematics. The ecology and evolutionary biology major studies the distribution and abundance of organisms, the interaction between organisms, the interaction between organisms and their environment and the structure and function of ecosystems.

  • The Biochemistry minor allows students to study the building blocks of life (DNA, RNA, Proteins), how they evolved and interact, and how those chemical reactions continue to impact human's lives.

Characteristics it possesses

   Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology
   Study of Chemical Transportation
   Topics in Advanced Mathematics
   Development of Innovative Technologies
   Concern for both Human and Environmental Health
   Hands-on Learning

  • The program in molecular, cellular and developmental biology is directed toward understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms that provide the basis for biological structure, growth, evolution, embryonic development and genetic inheritance. Students learn about and gain hands-on experience in scientific methods and groundbreaking discoveries that have made modern molecular and cellular biology.

  • The Applied Mathematics minor provides in-depth training in mathematical techniques, computational methods and problem-solving strategies.

Characteristics it possesses

   Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology
   Study of Chemical Transportation
   Topics in Advanced Mathematics
   Development of Innovative Technologies
   Concern for both Human and Environmental Health
   Product Design
   Hands-on Learning

  • The Environmental Studies major covers topics in the environmental and sustainability fields. Students in the program examine the intersection of science, policy and human values, as applied to environmental issues, across disciplines and acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help solve global, national, regional and local environmental challenges.

  • The Chemistry minor focuses on the study of matter, energy and the interaction between them. Students take courses in general, organic, and physical chemistry.

Characteristics it possesses

   Courses in Molecular and Cellular Biology
   Study of Chemical Transportation
   Topics in Advanced Mathematics
   Development of Innovative Technologies
   Concern for both Human and Environmental Health
   Hands-on Learning