1. Department introduction
Chemical engineers collect raw materials and develop products for daily use by adults. In Ohio State University, chemistry and biomolecular engineering majors train students to design, expand and operate chemical processes. Through these chemical processes, chemicals, petroleum products, food, medicines and other consumer goods can be produced safely and economically. At the undergraduate level, students can choose to study the biological aspects of chemical engineering. The courses in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering lay a solid theoretical and applied foundation for students.
People in chemistry and biomolecular engineering departments often cooperate with researchers from other departments. Many of them participate in multidisciplinary research teams, engaged in cutting-edge research in the fields of bioinformatics, gene theory, cardiovascular science, intelligent materials, micro-product manufacturing, nanotechnology, complex fluids, environmentally benign manufacturing and so on.
award a degree
Ohio State University offers the following degrees in chemistry and biomolecular engineering:
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctor of Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering
This undergraduate major aims to train students to engage in industries, professional services or enter graduate schools. In order to reflect the latest progress and achievements in technology, teaching methods and important topics in the future, its courses are constantly updated. I studied chemistry, mathematics and physics two years ago and have a solid foundation. In the second year, I began to study chemical engineering, focusing on the balance and transmission of quality and energy.
In addition, heat transfer, mass transfer, thermodynamics, reaction engineering and unit operation are also taken as supplementary studies. In the fourth year, these basic concepts are integrated into the research, development and design of chemical processes, biochemical processes and products.
The bachelor's degree in chemistry and biomolecular engineering from Ohio State University was certified by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Committee.
Master of Science in Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering
The master of science degree provides students with in-depth professional knowledge in this field, while expanding their knowledge through elective courses. This major helps students succeed in high-tech fields. You can study full-time or on the job.
Full-time students can complete non-thesis in three semesters. This major is a good choice for people with Chinese characters, and they can get a master's degree on the job.
Non-thesis project
A degree in this direction is based on courses. It provides students with in-depth professional knowledge in this field and expands their knowledge through elective courses. It requires a project to be completed independently.
Thesis plan
The degree in this direction is based on courses and projects and is suitable for students to prepare various career choices. Students need to complete the course and an independent research project. This project provides students with the opportunity to deeply study the field of chemical engineering.
3. Research opportunities
The researchers of this department participate in many interdisciplinary cooperative research centers of the school, including materials research institute, biomedical engineering center, molecular biology and biotechnology projects, Ohio carbonized ash demonstration device and environmental science and engineering projects.
Students in this department have the opportunity to meet and work with outstanding scientists from top research institutions inside and outside the school. Top research institutions here include the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Institute of Mathematical Biological Sciences and Ohio State Cardiopulmonary Institute.
4. Employment prospects
Chemical engineers are responsible for the commercial application of chemistry. These applications usually involve food, clothing, housing and transportation, energy, transportation, communication and other aspects that constitute the necessary foundation of life. For the work done by chemists in the size of test tubes, chemical engineers usually have to enlarge it and carry out large-scale work.
The latest scientific breakthrough in the field of molecular biology is expected to provide more opportunities for chemical engineers and make contributions to pharmaceutical process development, drug discovery, design and control of biotechnology and the application of chemical engineering principles in biological systems.