Program Overview

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Overview of the Chemical Engineering Program

The Chemical Engineering program at McGill University is designed to prepare students to design, run, model, and optimize various systems, including production and manufacturing systems, corporate systems, economic systems, and global systems. Chemical engineers play a crucial role in addressing the issue of producing goods faster, cleaner, and in a smarter way to sustain the growing population and increasing demand on the world's natural resources.

Careers in Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineers are in high demand across various fields, including pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, food and beverage processing, petrochemicals, energy, and advanced materials. Graduates of the program can work in industries such as mining, environmental engineering, and production and manufacturing. The skills developed in designing efficient, safe, and effective processes make chemical engineers valuable assets in any industry. Many chemical engineers go on to develop strong project management skills and assume managerial and executive positions.

• Energy manager
  • Responsible for managing energy systems and optimizing energy efficiency
• Production manager
  • Oversees production processes and ensures efficient operation
• Analytical chemist
  • Conducts chemical analysis and develops new analytical methods
• Environmental engineer
  • Designs and implements solutions to environmental problems

Faculty and Research Areas

The faculty members in the Chemical Engineering program at McGill University are experts in advanced materials and polymers, biotechnology, environmental engineering, energy, and plasma sciences and engineering. They provide mentorship and guidance to students, helping them thrive in a discipline that addresses some of society's most pressing real-world challenges.

• Corinne Hoesli
• Nathalie Tufenkji
• Christopher Moraes
• Alejandro Rey

Courses and Curriculum

The program offers a range of courses, including:

• CHEM 110: General Chemistry 1
• PHYS 142: Electromagnetism and Optics
• CHEE 200: Chemical Engineering Principles 1
• CHEE 220: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
• CHEE 310: Physical Chemistry for Engineers

Student Experience and Extracurricular Activities

The Chemical Engineering Student Society (ChESS) at McGill is an active undergraduate group that shares resources and internship opportunities with students. Students can also join the Rocket Team to build a rocket for annual competitions or participate in CHEM-E, a multidisciplinary team that builds a shoebox-sized car powered and stopped by chemical reactions. Additionally, there are groups for engineering students to network and collaborate with other students interested in sustainability and business.

Possible Minors and Related Majors

Minors are available to customize the academic experience, and many students use them to pursue interests outside their major or complement their degree. Minors that complement the Chemical Engineering program include:

• Nanotechnology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Environmental Engineering

Related majors include:

• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Computer Science