Chemical Engineering (PhD)

Graduate School

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Graduate Field

Chemical Engineering

Program Description

Degree candidates are expected to pursue study and research that will give them a deeper comprehension of the basic and applied sciences and will develop initiative, originality, and creative ability. The thesis or dissertation may involve either research or special projects in such subjects as design, economics, or mathematical analysis. There is no language requirement for students majoring in chemical engineering.

Concentrations

  • Advanced materials processing
  • Applied math and computational methods
  • Biochemical engineering
  • Chemical reaction engineering
  • Classical and statistical thermodynamics
  • Fluid dynamics, rheology, and biorheology
  • Heat and mass transfer
  • Kinetics and catalysis
  • Polymers
  • Surface science