Chemical Engineer

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineer

VISION

The Chemical Engineering Area of the UANL School of Chemical Sciences will be internationally recognized in 2020 due to the quality of its undergraduate and graduate education, research, cooperative efforts with industry, and community service, as part of a socially responsible, world-class organization.

MISSION

To be part of the UANL School of Chemical Sciences, which according to its vision, performs activities directed toward education, research, service, management, and liaison, encouraging scientific, technological, and human development with precise observation of safety norms and environment protection in order to improve the quality of society’s life.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS QUALIFICATIONS

Prospective students to the Chemical Engineer undergraduate program must have completed their high school studies and be proficient in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and general education. Furthermore, students must be able to analyze and apply specific information, communicate oral and written ideas correctly, have logical-mathematical thinking, and work in teams. Additionally, prospective students should show a positive attitude, entrepreneurship and moral values such as honesty, respect, and punctuality.

GRADUATE COMPETENCES

UANL graduates will practice the values and attributes promoted by the University, as well as being positive about life and education and committed to developing themselves and their community. They will fulfill their professional and civic duties with social responsibility, respect biodiversity, promote sustainable development in a global, cooperative and interdisciplinary environment, and apply their skills to work for society with excellence and leadership.

Graduates from the B.S. Chemical Engineer program will be competent professionals in process design, operation, and management within the productive sector. They will be able to use material and energy resources in an ethical, rational, efficient, and environmentally friendly way , with the purpose of contributing to the sustainable development of society.

Furthermore, their professional practice will be characterized for their integrity, international competitiveness, honesty, respect, commitment to society, quality, and self-learning culture; they will be creative, entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators, as well as communicative and versatile in social and professional environments.

The program develops the following student outcome, as stated by ABET, which are in agreement with UANL´s outcomes as presented in the following table.

ABET’s student outcomes	UANL competences
(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering	2. Employ languages—be it logic, formal, mathematical, iconic, verbal or non-verbal—in a manner appropriate to his/her stage in life, to understand, interpret and express ideas, feelings, theories and streams of thought with ecumenical focus. 12. Develop innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help in overcoming the challenges of the global interdependent environment. 17. Analyze the operation of industrial processes for the efficient use of financial, human, technological, energy and material resources in the secondary sector of the economy.
(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.	8.Use classic and state-of-the-art methods and techniques to carry out research in his/her academic or industrial work, and the generation of new knowledge 14.Solve personal and social conflicts according to specific techniques both in the academic and industrial environment for an adequate decision-making 16. Design industrial processes to manufacture value-added products in the secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy, considering environmental and social constraints.
(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability	12.Develop innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help in overcoming the challenges of the global interdependent environment 16. Design industrial processes to manufacture value-added products in the secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy, considering environmental and social constraints. 17. Analyze the operation of industrial processes for the efficient use of financial, human, technological, energy and material resources in the secondary sector of the economy. 18. Generate alternatives for the efficient use of energy in the design and operation of processes in the secondary sector of the economy 19. Synthesize physical, chemical and biological processes that minimize the environmental impact of materials processing.
(d) an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams	7.Elaborate interdisciplinary proposals, either in academic or industrial settings, according to international best practices to promote and strengthen collaborative work 13.Assume a leadership role, committed to social and professional needs in order to promote relevant social change 16. Design industrial processes to manufacture value-added products in the secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy, considering environmental and social constraints 20. Propose innovative alternatives to enhance the competitiveness of industrial products and processes. 21. Manage the functional areas of an organization in the secondary and tertiary sector s in order to improve its efficiency.
(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems	7. Elaborate interdisciplinary proposals, either in academic or industrial settings, according to international best practices to promote and strengthen collaborative work. 17. Analyze the operation of industrial processes for the efficient use of financial, human, technological, energy and material resources in the secondary sector of the economy. 19. Synthesize physical, chemical and biological processes that minimize the environmental impact of materials processing.
(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility	4.Master his/her native language both orally and in writing, employing it correctly, with relevance, according to the opportunity and ethically so the message is adapted to the situation or context, to transmit scientific ideas and findings 5.Employ diverse ways of thinking—logically, critically, creatively and propositively—to analyze natural and social phenomena to take decisions relevant to his/her sphere of influence considering social accountability 9.Keep an attitude of respect and commitment towards the diversity of social and cultural practices that affirm the principle of integration in diverse contexts—local, national or international—to promote peaceful environments 10.Face the challenges of modern society at the community and global levels with a critical attitude and human, academical, and professional commitment to contribute to the general well-being and sustainable development 11.Practice the values promoted by the UANL: truth, equity, honesty, liberty, solidarity, respect for life and other human beings, respect for nature, integrity, professional ethics, justice and responsibility, both at a personal and professional level to contribute to a sustainable society 13. Assume a leadership role, committed to social and professional needs in order to promote relevant social change 21. Manage the functional areas of an organization in the secondary and tertiary sector s in order to improve its efficiency
(g) an ability to communicate effectively	2.Employ languages—be it logic, formal, mathematical, iconic, verbal or non-verbal—in a manner appropriate to his/her stage in life, to understand, interpret and express ideas, feelings, theories and streams of thought with ecumenical focus 4.Master his/her native language both orally and in writing, employing it correctly, with relevance, according to the opportunity and ethically so the message is adapted to the situation or context, to transmit scientific ideas and findings 6.Make use of a second language, preferably English, clearly and correctly to communicate in diverse contexts, be them daily life, academic, professional or scientific 13.Assume a leadership role, committed to social and professional needs in order to promote relevant social change 14.Solve personal and social conflicts according to specific techniques both in the academic and industrial environment for an adequate decision-making 20. Propose innovative alternatives to enhance the competitiveness of industrial products and processes 21. Manage the functional areas of an organization in the secondary and tertiary sector s in order to improve its efficiency
(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context	1.Apply strategies for self-learning at the different levels and in the diverse fields of knowledge that will enable an appropriate decision-making process relevant to the environment, be it personal, academic or industry 5.Employ diverse ways of thinking—logically, critically, creatively and propositively—to analyze natural and social phenomena to take decisions relevant to his/her sphere of influence considering social accountability 10.Face the challenges of modern society at the community and global levels with a critical attitude and human, academical, and professional commitment to contribute to the general well-being and sustainable development 12.Develop innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help in overcoming the challenges of the global interdependent environment 14.Solve personal and social conflicts according to specific techniques both in the academic and industrial environment for an adequate decision-making 15.Adapt to the uncertainty present in the current social and professional environments in order to create better living conditions 18.Generate alternatives for the efficient use of energy in the design and operation of processes in the secondary sector of the economy 19. Synthesize physical, chemical and biological processes that minimize the environmental impact of materials processing.
(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life- long learning	1.Apply strategies for self-learning at the different levels and in the diverse fields of knowledge that will enable an appropriate decision-making process relevant to the environment, be it personal, academic or in industry 15.Adapt to the uncertainty present in the current social and professional environments in order to create better living conditions 20. Propose innovative alternatives to enhance the competitiveness of industrial products and processes
(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues	5.Employ diverse ways of thinking—logically, critically, creatively and propositively—to analyze natural and social phenomena to take decisions relevant to his/her sphere of influence considering social accountability 9.Keep an attitude of respect and commitment towards the diversity of social and cultural practices that affirm the principle of integration in diverse contexts—local, national or international—to promote peaceful environments 10.Face the challenges of modern society at the community and global levels with a critical attitude and human, academical, and professional commitment to contribute to the general well-being and sustainable development 12.Develop innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help in overcoming the challenges of the global interdependent environment 15.Adapt to the uncertainty present in the current social and professional environments in order to create better living conditions 18.Generate alternatives for the efficient use of energy in the design and operation of processes in the secondary sector of the economy 20. Propose innovative alternatives to enhance the competitiveness of industrial products and processes
(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.	3.Use information and communication technologies as tools to access information and enable its transformation into knowledge, as well as for collaborative learning and work with state-of-the-art techniques that will enable a constructive participation as a member of society 8.Use classic and state-of-the-art methods and techniques to carry out research in his/her academic or industrial work, and the generation of new knowledge 12.Develop innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help in overcoming the challenges of the global interdependent environment 14.Solve personal and social conflicts according to specific techniques both in the academic and industrial environment for an adequate decision-making 17. Analyze the operation of industrial processes for the efficient use of financial, human, technological, energy and material resources in the secondary sector of the economy.

Equivalence of UANL’s outcomes and ABET’s outcomes

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Five years after graduating, UANL alumni from the B.S. Chemical Engineer program will:

Be successful professionals in a chemical industry, such as glass, steel or cement industries, oil and gas refining, food industries, environmental consulting companies, etc., and other technical areas and management.
Develop their professional skills through continuous learning, via graduate studies or what their profession demands.
Display ethical and social responsibility, and a high level of commitment to their profession.
Effectively collaborates in the development of projects.

ENROLLMENT

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineer was established on September 23rd, 1938.

Career Areas for Chemical Engineers

Chemical engineers have a wide employment field due to the skills and knowledge acquired during their academic training. They are part of national and international enterprises, participate in both public and private sectors, in scientific research institutions and high-level university programs. The main sectors where a chemical engineer can work are: