The
chemical engineer typically uses the principles of mathematics, chemistry,
physics and engineering sciences to creatively solve technical, commercial, and
social problems arising in industries which manufacture products by chemical
reactions. Chemical reactions are everywhere. These solutions must respond to
economic constraints as well as social, ethical, environmental and safety
implications.
The chemical engineer may also apply these principles in related
fields where the management of chemical transformations is important, such as
preservation of the environment, pharmaceutical manufacturing, bio-engineering
or the creation of new medical technology. Finally, the chemical engineer can
apply understanding of fundamental principles to fields that interact indirectly
with chemical technology, such as industrial management and patent law.
"I am thankful that I selected Villanova for my part-time graduate
studies. The classroom instruction and industry-relevant project work have been
invaluable."
Daniel Connolly
Process Engineer
Dow Chemical Company
Advanced Materials Division
“I have the opportunity to work with ChE interns from Villanova. They are
good engineers and excellent examples of the strength of the department.”
Jason M. Piccini, BS '01, MS '04
Air Products & Chemicals
"We are excited about Villanova University’s establishment of a responsible
and in-depth course of study that both technically challenges the student but
also makes them consider potential impacts both negative and positive."
Raymond P. Colliton
MS, CLSpMB
Biological Safety Officer
The Joseph
Stokes Jr. Research Institute,
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
