COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Engineering (M.Eng) in Chemical Engineering is a professional graduate degree designed to provide advanced technical training and practical engineering expertise for students seeking careers in industry, applied research, or technical leadership roles. The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours and is structured to balance advanced core knowledge, specialized electives, and a hands-on engineering project experience. Students begin with required advanced core courses that strengthen fundamental chemical engineering principles at a graduate level, including CHBE 923 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, which focuses on energy transformations and phase behavior in complex systems; CHBE 932 Advanced Chemical Engineering Kinetics, which explores reaction mechanisms and rate processes; and CHBE 940 Advanced Transport Phenomena, which examines momentum, heat, and mass transfer in engineering applications. These core courses establish a strong theoretical foundation for solving complex industrial and research problems. In addition, students may register for CHBE 900 Seminar during their first semesters to engage with current research and professional developments in the field. Beyond the core, students complete a significant portion of their degree through 19 credits of elective coursework, which can be tailored in consultation with faculty advisors. These electives may be selected from within chemical engineering or approved courses across related disciplines such as life sciences, business, or law, allowing students to develop interdisciplinary expertise aligned with their career goals. A key component of the program is the Chemical Engineering Project (CHBE 898), which typically involves 3–6 credits of applied work and serves as a capstone experience. This project often addresses real-world engineering challenges and may involve collaboration with industry partners, providing students with practical problem-solving experience and exposure to professional engineering environments. In cases where students do not complete CHBE 898, an alternative scholarly report or research paper is required to demonstrate mastery of the field. Overall, the M.Eng program emphasizes applied learning, technical depth, and professional readiness, preparing graduates to contribute effectively to industries such as energy, materials, pharmaceuticals, environmental engineering, and advanced manufacturing.