Program Overview
The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at Florida A&M University provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in chemical engineering principles. The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options, with a focus on research methods, advanced thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and chemical engineering mathematics. Graduates are prepared for careers in various industries, including chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology, as well as research and development.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Chemical engineering encompasses the development, application, and operation of processes involving chemical or physical changes in materials. Chemical engineers analyze, develop, design, control, construct, and supervise chemical processes across various industries, applying computer analysis to solve problems.
Outline:
The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at Florida A&M University offers two options: thesis and non-thesis.
Common Core Courses (12 credit hours for both thesis and non-thesis options):
- ECH 5052 Research Methods In Chemical Engineering (3)
- ECH 5126 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I (3)
- ECH 5261 Advanced Transport Phenomena I (3)
- ECH 5840 Advanced Chemical Engineering Mathematics I (3)
Thesis Option (9 additional credit hours beyond core):
- ECH 5971 Thesis (1-12) (S/U grade only)
Elective Courses (9 credit hours for thesis option, 18 credit hours for non-thesis option):
- ECH 5262 Advanced Transport Phenomena II (3)
- ECH 5526 Advanced Reactor Design (3)
- ECH 5828 Introduction To Polymer Science And Engineering (3)
- ECH 5841 Advanced Chemical Engineering Mathematics II (3)
- ECH 5852 Advanced Chemical Engineering Computations (3)
- ECH 5905 Directed Individual Study (1-3)
- ECH 5910 Supervised Research (3)
- ECH 6272 Molecular Transport Phenomena (3)
Careers:
Chemical engineers work in various industries, including:
- Inorganic chemicals (acids, alkalis, pigments, fertilizers)
- Organic chemicals (petrochemicals, polymers, fuels, propellants, pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals)
- Biological products (enzymes, vaccines, biochemicals, biofuels)
- Foods
- Semiconductors
- Paper Career paths include:
- Process and plant operation
- Technical services groups
- Research and development laboratories
- Plant design groups
- Occupational and safety programs
- Technical sales
- Technical training
- Technical management Graduates may also pursue careers in medical sciences, business, and law.