Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Curriculum
CurriculumThe Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering requires 132 semester hours of course work and is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Of the 132 hours, the curriculum includes:
111 credits hours of required Chemical and Nuclear Engineering and related math, physics, computer science and chemistry courses (including School of Engineering Approved courses required to fulfill UNM Core Curriculum Requirement)
In addition to the required ChNE courses, students select an area of concentration. Basic engineering, basic science, advanced chemistry and approved technical electives within that concentration contribute 21-22 credit hours toward the degree.
Available Chemical Engineering Concentrations include:
- Chemical Process Engineering
- Bioengeineering
- Materials Processing
- Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Environmental Engineering
Advising
Students in the School of Engineering are required to see an advisor each semester prior to registration. Students in the department are assigned a Faculty Advisor within in the area of the student’s concentration. Students are also required to see the department Advising Coordinator.