Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, M.S.

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at UMBC equips graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in chemical engineering principles, preparing them for research and professional careers in various industries. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, drawing on expertise from multiple engineering disciplines and collaborating with external partners. Graduates are qualified for diverse career paths in academia, industry, and government, with a high job placement rate in prestigious companies and research institutions.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The program equips graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in chemical and biochemical engineering principles, preparing them for research and professional careers in various industries.
• Objectives:
• Develop expertise in applied research and problem-solving using modern tools and techniques.
• Prepare graduates for diverse career paths in academia, industry, and government.
• Description: The program emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, drawing on expertise from multiple engineering disciplines and collaborating with external partners.

Outline:

• Content: The program includes coursework in core chemical engineering topics, such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, transport phenomena, reaction kinetics, and process design.
It also offers advanced electives in specialized areas like biochemical engineering, polymer science, and nanotechnology.
• Structure: The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework.
Up to 9 credit hours of advanced upper-level undergraduate courses can be counted towards this requirement.
• Course Schedule: The specific course offerings and schedules may vary from semester to semester.

Assessment:

• Methods: Assessment methods used in the program may include written exams, problem sets, individual and group projects, presentations, and participation in class discussions.
Generally, performance is evaluated based on students' understanding of the subject matter, analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and teamwork.

Teaching:

• Methods: The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, problem-solving sessions, laboratory exercises, and computer simulations.
• Faculty: The program boasts a distinguished faculty with expertise in different areas of chemical and biochemical engineering.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the program are qualified for careers in various industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, environmental, and biotechnology.
They may choose to pursue research or professional roles in companies, government agencies, or academic institutions.