University of California, Los Angeles Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science 62 courses
The Chemical Engineering curricula offer a high-quality, professionally oriented education in modern chemical engineering. The biomedical engineering, biomolecular engineering, environmental engineering, and semiconductor manufacturing engineering options provide students with an opportunity for exposure to a subfield of chemical and biomolecular engineering. In all cases, balance is sought between engineering science and practice. The chemical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The Chemical Engineering major is a designated capstone major. The capstone project requires students to first work individually and learn how to integrate chemical engineering fundamentals taught in prior required courses; they then work in groups to produce a paper design of a realistic chemical process using appropriate software tools. Graduates should be able to design a chemical or biological system, component, or process that meets technical and economical design objectives, with consideration of environmental, social, and ethical issues, as well as sustainable development goals. In addition, they should be able to apply their knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and chemical and biological engineering to analysis and design of chemical and biochemical processes and products; function on multidisciplinary teams; identify, formulate, and solve complex chemical and biological engineering problems; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Chemical Engineering Core Option: Preparation for the Major
Complete 18 courses as follows. Students may select either Civil Engineering M20 or Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering M20.
Chemical Engineering Core Option: The Major
Complete 13 required courses, three technical breadth courses (12 units), two capstone design courses, and two chemical engineering elective courses (8 units) as follows:
Chemical Engineering Core Option: The Major: Technical Breadth
Select three courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Chemical Engineering Core Option: The Major: Capstone Analysis and Design
Complete both of the following courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CH ENGR 108A | Process Economics and Analysis | 4 |
| CH ENGR 108B | Chemical Process Computer-Aided Design and Analysis | 4 |
Chemical Engineering Core Option: The Major: Chemical Engineering Electives
Select two elective courses (8 units) from:
Biomedical Engineering Option: Preparation for the Major
Complete 18 courses as follows. Students may select either Civil Engineering M20 or Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering M20.
Biomedical Engineering Option: The Major
Complete 14 required courses, 12 units of technical breadth, two capstone design courses, and 4 units of biomedical electives as follows:
Biomedical Engineering Option: The Major: Technical Breadth
Select three courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Biomedical Engineering Option: The Major: Capstone Analysis and Design
Complete both of the following courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CH ENGR 108A | Process Economics and Analysis | 4 |
| CH ENGR 108B | Chemical Process Computer-Aided Design and Analysis | 4 |
Biomedical Engineering Option: The Major: Biomedical Elective
Select one biomedical elective course (4 units) from the following. Another chemical engineering elective may be substituted with approval of the faculty adviser.
Biomolecular Engineering Option: Preparation for the Major
Complete 18 courses as follows. Students may select either Civil Engineering M20 or Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering M20.
Biomolecular Engineering Option: The Major
Complete 14 required courses, 12 units of technical breadth, two capstone design courses, and 4 units of biomolecular electives as follows:
Biomolecular Engineering Option: The Major: Technical Breadth
Select three courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Biomolecular Engineering Option: The Major: Capstone Analysis and Design
Complete the following two courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CH ENGR 108A | Process Economics and Analysis | 4 |
| CH ENGR 108B | Chemical Process Computer-Aided Design and Analysis | 4 |
Biomolecular Engineering Option: The Major: Biomolecular Elective
Select one biomolecular elective course (4 units) from the following. Another chemical engineering elective may be substituted with approval of the faculty adviser.
Environmental Engineering Option: Preparation for the Major
Complete 18 courses as follows. Students may select either Civil Engineering M20 or Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering M20.
Environmental Engineering Option: The Major
Complete 13 required courses, 12 units of technical breadth, two capstone design courses, and 8 units of electives.
Environmental Engineering Option: The Major: Technical Breadth
Select three courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Environmental Engineering Option: The Major: Capstone Analysis and Design
Complete the following two courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CH ENGR 108A | Process Economics and Analysis | 4 |
| CH ENGR 108B | Chemical Process Computer-Aided Design and Analysis | 4 |
Environmental Engineering Option: The Major: Electives
Select two elective courses (8 units) from the following. Another chemical engineering elective may be substituted with approval of the faculty adviser.
Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineering Option: Preparation for the Major
Complete the following 18 courses.
Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineering Option: The Major
Complete 15 required courses, 12 units of technical breadth, two capstone design courses, and 8 units of electives as follows:
Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineering Option: The Major: Technical Breadth
Select three courses (12 units) from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineering Option: The Major: Capstone Analysis and Design
Complete the following two courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CH ENGR 108A | Process Economics and Analysis | 4 |
| CH ENGR 108B | Chemical Process Computer-Aided Design and Analysis | 4 |
Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineering Option: The Major: Elective
Select one elective course (4 units) from chemical engineering or from the following list:
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