Chemical Engineering

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Chemical engineers work to transform raw materials into products for the benefit and use of mankind. They may work in a variety of industries including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, energy and fuels, biotechnology, consumer products and foods and beverages. CBU's undergraduate degree in chemical engineering will prepare students to use their background in mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals in a variety of applications. Chemical engineers are highly sought after for their ability to problem solve, analyze and optimize complex systems, work over a wide range of scales and design and improve processes and products in a safe and sustainable way.

Minor
Chemical Engineering Minor

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Why study chemical engineering at CBU?

Research and study alongside professional engineers
CBU’s chemical engineering program is one of the only among faith-based schools. We emphasize hands-on experiences while integrating the Christian faith throughout the curriculum. Students research alongside faculty in our high-quality laboratories and some have presented their findings at the AIChE annual meeting.

Become career ready
Students are required to have internships and to complete a cross-cultural experience to sufficiently prepare them for their careers. We use curriculum partners to ensure that we meet the needs of industry. In class, students learn critical communication and teamwork skills that are vital for their future. Alumni have gone on to work at Genentech, Micron, Niagara Bottling and Alaska Omega Nutrition, among others.

Innovate and compete
CBU students participate in AIChE’s annual Chem-E-Car competition, where teams create and build a shoebox-sized vehicle that runs using one or more chemical reactions. In 2016, our team placed third in regionals and competed at nationals where it won the Golden Tire Award for the most unique design.

Complete in 3 years
Learn more about the engineering accelerated program that will allow you to earn your Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in as little as 3 years.

CBU's bachelor degree program in chemical engineering (BSChE) has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Program Criteria.

Engineering Economics

EGR 324

Economic concepts of supply, demand, and production; return on investment; and more.

Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

EGR 372

The fundamentals and applications of thermodynamic properties and processes.

Chemical Reaction Engineering

EGR 473

The course covers reaction kinetics, differential and integral data analysis, systems with multiple reactions, and more.

Student Learning Outcomes

Program Educational Objectives
CBU chemical engineering graduates are expected to acquire:
EGR 1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (a)
EGR 2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (b)
EGR 3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (c)

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

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Career Opportunities

Process Engineer
Research and Development Engineer
Design Engineer
Project Manager
Technical Support Specialist
Quality Engineer

*Some career opportunities may require further education

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Units

2013

Year the Program Began

100,000

Square Feet in the New Engineering Building

Student Testimonials

"My dream is to become a surgeon. A degree in chemical engineering has provided me with the ability to think critically and solve problems efficiently. Chemical engineering has given me an understanding of how the world behaves physically, and will allow me to utilize this understanding to help heal others. The professors at CBU exhibit a massive amount of passion for what they do and they truly care for their students."
Joshua Ashworth, 2018

"With my chemical engineering degree, I hope to get a job in the materials and process engineering field. I had the opportunity to intern at an aerospace company over the summer and work in their materials and processes department, and I loved being able to study different chemical processes and how they affected small delicate aerospace parts."
Chloe Winter, 2020

"As chemical engineers, we are called to design, optimize, and distribute scarce resources with efficiency and responsibility. My hope is to use my degree to enhance the quality of life of many people by aiding in the management, recycling, purification, and redistribution of the most precious resource: fresh water. More than professors, they have become mentors and friends who really care about my personal success."
Genaro Gonzalez, 2019

Meet Some of Our Faculty

Mark Anklam

Professor and Chair

I was working in research and development at Unilever Research in the UK when I realized I really wanted to teach at a college. Coming to CBU to help start a new program from scratch has been one of the more interesting, challenging and rewarding times in my career.

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Mario Oyanader

Professor

My interest in math, physics, chemistry and biology made me choose chemical engineering. I have a very well-nourished journey of experience to show my students what it is to do hard things. My goal is to encourage my students to be leaders and inspire them by example.

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Xueyan Sarah Zhao

Associate Professor

In chemical engineering, there are plenty of opportunities to see your own projects grow to full scale industrial applications. My teaching approach is to move from lecturing to gamification, which allows students to use games to learn about difficult engineering concepts.

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Mark Anklam

Professor and Chair

I was working in research and development at Unilever Research in the UK when I realized I really wanted to teach at a college. Coming to CBU to help start a new program from scratch has been one of the more interesting, challenging and rewarding times in my career.

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Mario Oyanader

Professor

My interest in math, physics, chemistry and biology made me choose chemical engineering. I have a very well-nourished journey of experience to show my students what it is to do hard things. My goal is to encourage my students to be leaders and inspire them by example.

See Profile >
Xueyan Sarah Zhao

Associate Professor

In chemical engineering, there are plenty of opportunities to see your own projects grow to full scale industrial applications. My teaching approach is to move from lecturing to gamification, which allows students to use games to learn about difficult engineering concepts.

See Profile >