Chemical Engineering
The Dynamic Field of Chemical Engineering
in the UTC College of Engineering and Computer Science
Chemical Engineering
Why Chemical Engineering at UTC?
Our faculty are committed to undergraduate education, teaching the lower-level courses and labs taught frequently by graduate students at other institutions. Our program focuses on lab work and hand on instruction with our faculty.
Where Do I Begin?
Chemical Engineering Department Information ⇾
Meet the Faculty and Research Areas ⇾
How to Apply ⇾
Contact Information
For general information, please contact:
Karen Lomen - Administrative Assistant
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (423) 425-4020
For program information, please contact:
Dr. Bradley Harris
Director of Chemical Engineering
E-Mail: [email protected]
Phone: (423) 425-2209
Chemical Engineering
UTC College of Engineering and Computer Science
ECS Building - 4th Floor - Room 430
Dept. 2502
615 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 425-4020 Dept. Phone
(423) 425-5229 fax
Undergraduate Programs
UTC's College of Engineering and Computer Science has two undergraduate chemical engineering programs available:
- Chemical Engineering, B.S.Ch.E. - Learn more ⇾
- Chemical Engineering: Environmental, B.S.Ch.E. - Learn more ⇾
Download our environmental program flyer - Download PDF ⇾
Graduate Program
2 Year Programs - Chemical engineering degree in two years
Already degreed but looking to change to a new career?
If you have a B.S. in science, chemistry, biology, biochemistry or physics, you can earn your chemical engineering degree in two years. Download PDF ⇾
If you have an A.S. in chemistry, you can earn your chemical engineering degree in two years. Download PDF ⇾
What types of jobs do chemical engineers do?
Process engineer
Plant engineer
Project engineer
Development engineer
Biochemical engineer
Pharmaceutical engineer
Food engineer
Engineering manager
Plant manager
JOB PAY AND OUTLOOK:
The median annual wage for chemical engineers was $106,260 in may 2022 with a projected growth of 8% from 2022 to 2032.
Research Opportunities
UTC's Chemical Engineering program offers wide-ranging research endeavors that profoundly influence various facets of our daily lives. Our growing collaborations in research with industry, national laboratories and government agencies not only facilitate the college in nurturing innovation in both the public and private sectors, but also drive entrepreneurial initiatives and employment generation through pivotal partnerships, grants and contracts.