Chemical Engineering

Mission Statement
The mission of the Chemical Engineering Department is to develop graduates, who are academically prepared for the broad profession of Chemical Engineering, which is increasingly complex, diverse and changing. This is to be accomplished through educational programs and the pursuit of scholarship, research and professional service activities. The department is committed to fulfilling its role in the urban mission of the University of Louisville.

Program Education Objectives
The educational objectives of the Master of Engineering degree with specialization in Chemical Engineering, consistent with the missions of the university, school and department, are to:

• Educate and train graduates with the academic background and practical experiences necessary to function as chemical engineering professionals in a modern, ever changing world.
• Produce graduates who demonstrate competence by being selected for employment by high level industrial, academic and government entities.
• Provide our graduates with the foundation for the development of a successful career and with the understanding that life-long learning is necessary to this development.
• Ensure that our graduates understand the broad societal, ethical and professional issues of the engineering profession.

The Program Educational Objectives are consistent with the mission of the institution in the following ways:

• We strive for excellence in the quality of the educational and research experience afforded our graduates.
• Our graduates become productive members of society, many choosing to remain in Kentucky and contributing to the economic development of the state and the region.
• Our facilities and program are accessible to all qualified students irrespective of race, ethnicity or physical or mental challenge.

Program Outcomes
In order to achieve the program objectives, the Master of Engineering Program, with specialization in Chemical Engineering, has the following outcomes for its graduates. Each program outcome is related to the appropriate EAC of ABET Criterion 3 outcome. The reference 3.x indicates the specific outcome, a through k, of Criterion 3, to which our program outcome relates. 

Graduates of the MEng program will have:

• The ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering to identify, formulate and solve problems in Chemical Engineering using techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including computers, necessary for contemporary Chemical Engineering practice (3.a, 3.e, 3.k)
• The ability to design and conduct experiments (3.b.i)
• The ability to analyze and interpret data (3.b.ii)
• The ability to design a system, component and/or process relevant to Chemical Engineering, as evidenced by curricular activities including a capstone design experience (3.c)
• The ability to function on multi disciplinary and/or multi-functional teams (3.d)
• The broad education, and knowledge of contemporary issues, necessary to understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of chemical engineers in a global and societal context (3.f, 3.h, 3.j)
• The ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing and via modern computer technology (3.g, 3.k)
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning (3.i)