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 the department are under revision and will be posted soon. The curriculum can be accessed through the UA Undergraduate Catalog.

Department Flowcharts

• ChE Regular Flowchart
• ChE pre-med Flowchart
• Dual CH + ChE Flowchart
• Accelerated Masters Flowchart

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, UA chemical engineering graduates will be able to:

• Provide solution strategies for a wide variety of technical applications, including the design and improvement of chemical or biological processes
• Work independently and in teams to solve problems and effectively communicate technical issues and solutions to engineering colleagues, non-technical professionals, and lay persons alike
• Make decisions that are ethical, safe and environmentally-responsible

Student Outcomes

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration for public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

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. Heath Turner.