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Chemical Engineering

The University of Alabama’s Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering program is designed to be one of the most innovative engineering degree programs, allowing students maximum flexibility to select courses that will benefit them the most in support of their own career aspirations.

FLOWCHARTS for students entering UA prior to Fall 2013

• 2012 BS Chemical Engineering Curriculum Flowchart
• 2012 Dual BS Chemical Engineering / BS Chemistry Curriculum Flowchart
• 2012 BS Chemical Engineering Curriculum Flowchart Pre-Med Option
• 2012 BS Chemical Engineering Curriculum Flowchart Accelerated Option 1
• 2012 BS Chemical Engineering Curriculum Flowchart Accelerated Option 2
• 2012 BS/MS Chemical Engineering Scholars Program Flowchart

FLOWCHARTS for students entering UA in Fall 2013 or Later (or those switching to the 2013 Curriculum)

• 2013 BS Chemical Engineering Curriculum Flowchart
• 2013 Dual BS Chemical Engineering/Chemistry Program Flowchart
• 2013 Pre-Med Chemical Engineering Flowchart
• 2013 BS/MS Scholars Chemical Engineering Flowchart
• 2013 Chemical Engineering Flowchart for Students Starting with MA 227 or Higher

General ChBE Curriculum Documents

• Basic Guide to ChBE and FAQs
• ChE Career Electives List
• Approval form for Approved Electives and unlisted Career Electives
• ChE, Advanced Science and Biochem Electives

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, chemical and biological engineering graduates are expected to:

• Demonstrate the ability to apply fundamental principles of chemical and biological engineering in problem solving and design
• Communicate effectively in writing and speaking
• Understand the profession’s responsibility to society in the context of global, environmental, ethical and safety concerns.

Student Outcomes

1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering
2. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
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
4. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
5. An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
6. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
7. An ability to communicate effectively
8. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context
9. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to, engage in life-long learning
10. A knowledge of contemporary issues
11. An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Enrollment and Graduation Statistics

The University of Alabama Office of Institutional Research and Assessment maintains annual enrollment and graduate data for the programs in the College of Engineering. Please visit the OIRA Statistical Profiles website to find statistics for student enrollment, degrees awarded and faculty data.

For More Information

If you have any questions about the undergraduate chemical engineering program, contact Dr. Chris Brazel.