University of Toledo Chemical & Environmental Engineering
Chemical & environmental engineering involves research, design, construction,
operation, and management of processes that lead to the conversion of raw materials into
essential products, including fuels, processed foods, fertilizers, plastics, drugs, fibers
and semiconductors. This field also involves the development of new processes designed to
maintain or restore the quality of our environment. Examples include the refining of crude oil by distillation, production of insulin through a fermentation process and catalytic converters for reducing automotive emissions.
The outstanding curriculum at UT provides students with a comprehensive academic foundation that combines coursework with hands-on experience in the basic sciences and the fundamentals of chemical engineering, as well as opportunities to study in specialized areas environmental engineering, polymer science and engineering, and biochemical engineering.
Students are invited to participate in a variety of independent study and faculty research projects and to take advantage of the many outstanding facilities available to them on campus and within the community. Exceptional educational and industrial training facilities on campus include the Unit Operations and Process Control Laboratories, and the Polymer Institute, which serves as a Center for Research & Development.
Chemical Engineering Program Mission Statement
Our mission is to prepare graduates for professional careers in chemical engineering and/or graduate study through a program of recognized excellence in teaching and research.
Chemical Engineering Educational Objectives and Program Outcomes
Educational Objectives are statements that describe the expected accomplishments of graduates during the first few years after graduation. Program Outcomes are statements that describe what students are expected to know and are able to do by the time of graduation. Specific Objectives and Outcomes for our program are:Educational Objectives
- Our graduates will be prepared for professional careers in chemical engineering or to continue on with graduate or professional studies.
- Our graduates will demonstrate effective problem solving skills that will enable them to be successful professionals.
- Our graduates will be able to function effectively in a professional environment.
Program Outcomes
Our graduates will:- have an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
- be able to apply the knowledge of mathematics and science in the solution of engineering problems.
- be able to understand, analyze and design chemical processes.
- be proficient in the use of computers and software packages.
- be able to use oral and written communication skills to express their work and ideas with technical as well as non-technical audiences.
- be able to learn and think independently, but also be able to function well in a team environment.
- be able to design and conduct laboratory experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data
- have an awareness that changes in technology require lifelong learning and continued professional development
- be aware of the importance of safety practices in their work as chemical engineers
- have knowledge of contemporary issues including the environmental, societal and global consequences of their work as chemical engineers
- be knowledgeable of their professional and ethical responsibilities as chemical engineers