Program substantially equivalent to accredited engineering programs in the United States (ABET, Accreditation Board for Enginnering and Technology, USA)

Course aims:

To train graduates who:

1. Apply their knowledge of basic sciences (maths, statistics, physics and
chemistry) to Chemical Engineering.

2. Use the foundations of Chemical Engineering in researching, designing,
developing and applying new products and processes in a wide range of
chemistry-related production sectors.

3. Are able to join teams including professionals from other disciplines and
use new technologies for Chemical Engineering in their work. Our
graduates should be able to express technical information in such a way
that it is comprehensible to all listeners.

4. Become responsible, ethical chemical engineers who are fully aware of
the impact of their work on the environment and on the social and
economic development of the country.

5.Recognise the need for lifelong learning in order to achieve full
professional development.

Suitable candidates:

Students interested in chemistry, maths, physics and IT who have an intellectually inquiring mind and seek solid training that will pave the way for a professional career in the field of chemical engineering in designing, synthesising, analysing and applying new materials and processes.

Course information:

Type of award:
Official, Resolution of 31/07/03, Official State Gazette of 27/08/03

Candidates are advised to study the following during secondary education:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry (unless combined in one module), Technical Drawing, Higher Mathematics, Industrial Technology and Mechanics.

Duration and Credits:
Five years, 360 Credits

Timetable:
Mondays to Fridays 8am-2.30pm
3 to 4 hours of lectures/seminars and 3 to 3½ hours in the laboratory or workshop - pilot plant

Students must pass the foundation year.

Careers prospects:

In the field of chemical engineering, our graduates can use their knowledge in areas such as:
Petrochemicals, basic organic chemistry, plastic materials and transformed products, manufacturing polymers, resins and artificial fibres.
Pharmaceutical industry, veterinaries, phytosanitary products.
Engineering, consultancy and auditing, administration.
Paper and its derivatives, tanning, textiles, adhesives, artificial colouring, paints and varnishes, metallurgy and car industry, additives.
Perfumery and aromas, cosmetics, surface-actives, detergents, cleaning and household products.
Food industry in general, raw materials and finished products, fats, oils and alcohols.
Ceramics and glass, cements, inorganic products in general.
All aspects of biotechnology and the environment.