Engineer Solutions to Real-World Challenges
Housed within the Division of Engineering and Computer Science, the Chemical Engineering major at Pitt-Johnstown is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
Chemical engineers apply principles of chemistry, mathematics, physics, and engineering to design, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize processes that safely convert raw materials into valuable products. The curriculum prepares students to solve complex engineering challenges while developing the technical knowledge and analytical skills required in a wide range of industries.
The study of Chemical Engineering prepares students for careers in the chemical, energy, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, manufacturing, and materials industries, as well as graduate and professional study. Graduates also pursue careers in medicine, law, business, finance, government, education, nonprofit organizations, and other technical and leadership roles.
Students develop the knowledge and skills needed to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; design processes that address technical, environmental, economic, and societal needs; communicate effectively with diverse audiences; and function successfully as members and leaders of multidisciplinary teams. The curriculum also emphasizes ethical and professional responsibility, experimentation, data analysis, engineering judgment, and lifelong learning.
Faculty combine classroom instruction with hands-on laboratory experiences and engineering design projects, helping students apply scientific and engineering principles to real-world challenges while developing the skills expected of practicing chemical engineers.
The experience of small class sizes, individualized advising, close faculty mentorship, laboratory and design experiences, and an ABET-accredited curriculum helps prepare students for graduate education and successful careers in chemical engineering and related professions.
Get To Know Our Faculty
Ramesh Singh PhD
Hui Liu, PhD
Cynthia Ofori Boateng