|
Chemical engineering provides a solid background for those who want to work in the chemical, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. Chemical engineers discover and implement new processes and products that are useful and economical. Students may continue their education in chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, environmental engineering or medical school. Chemical engineers are also in demand for their analytical skills by financial corporations.
The curriculum emphasizes general proficiency in science and
mathematics in the first two years followed by profession-oriented work
in the final two. The latter is flexible enough for students to take
elective courses in their field of interest or, for those who do well,
to do an independent research project. The main laboratories are equipped
for work on bench-scale and pilot plant scale equipment in the areas
of fluid flow, heat transfer, mass transfer, separation processes, and
chemical reaction engineering.
Design concepts and analytical techniques are integrated into the curriculum, which includes extensive use of state-of-the-art computer systems.
Sophomores may take advantage of Lafayette's program to study abroad. Juniors and seniors may undertake independent studies and research projects in conjunction with faculty. Seniors may also do honors theses.
For more information:
Polly Piergiovanni, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Department Head
Chemical
Engineering
(610) 330-5431
piergiop@lafayette.edu
|
