Undergraduate Program

Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Colorado State University

B.S. Degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering

Program Objectives

Chemical and Biological Engineering B.S. graduates from Colorado State University should be able to achieve the following within the first five years after graduation:

1.   Successfully identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems associated with their professional position, both independently and as a team member;

2.   Using a broad, systems perspective, manage multi-faceted and multi-disciplinary projects with significant legal, ethical, regulatory, social, and economic considerations;

3.   Communicate effectively with co-workers, professional clients, and the public;

4.   Demonstrate commitment and progress in lifelong learning, professional development, and leadership.

Program Outcomes

When they graduate, Colorado State University Chemical and Biological Engineering B.S. graduates will be able to:

  1. apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering [Criterion (a)];
  2. design and conduct experiments, and analyze and interpret data [Criterion (b)];
  3. design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic economic, regulatory, ethical, social or other constraints [Criterion (c)];
  4. function on teams, including those with members from different disciplines [Criterion (d)];
  5. identify, formulate, and solve chemical and biological engineering problems [Criterion (e)];
  6. communicate effectively [Criterion (g)];
  7. understand the impact of chemical and biological engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context [Criterion (h)]; and
  8. use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for chemical and biological engineering practice  [Criterion (k)].

In addition, these graduates will

  • possess an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility [Criterion (f)];
  • possess knowledge of contemporary issues [Criterion (j)]; and
  • recognize the need for, and possess an ability to engage in life-long learning [Criterion I].

 

CBE Opportunities:

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) at Colorado State has features that set it apart from programs at other universities.

The small class size and high teacher-to-student ratio facilitate personal attention to each student’s education. The small class size also allows for a close-knit student body. The AIChE student lounge is frequented by many of the students as a gathering place to meet, talk, and work on assignments.

The faculty all have active research programs, there are opportunities for undergraduate research experience in CBE. Opportunities for leadership abound within the student chapter of AIChE, active on the Colorado State University campus, and many other campus organizations.

 

Laboratory Facilities:

In addition to multiple laboratory experiences in the sciences, undergraduate chemical and biological engineers at Colorado State take two semesters of Unit Operations Laboratory. These courses provide hands-on experience with pilot-scale chemical and biological engineering equipment. The experiments are closely coordinated with classroom material to provide the reinforcement needed for a thorough understanding of fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, chemical reactor design, and process control. Many of these well designed experiments are connected directly to the latest computers by custom Labview software. This allows for real-time data acquisition and analysis.