Degree Requirements
Program Coursework
Below are the required courses to meet the degree requirements for a Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering Leadership, including the courses that comprise the program's technical core, management, and leadership core.
- A minimum of 20 credit hours taken from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign program.
- A minimum of twelve 500-level credit hours.
- No courses used to fulfill any degree requirement may be taken using the "Credit/No Credit" option.
Degree Requirement | Credits |
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Technical Core | 20 credits |
CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena or CHBE 523: Heat and Mass Transfer | 4 |
CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis or CHBE 516: Reactor Process Engineering | 4 |
Technical Electives | 8 |
Business and Leadership Core | 10 credits |
BADM 508: Leadership and Teams | 4 |
ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 |
CHBE 594: ChBE Special Topics – Engineering Leadership (taken twice for 1 credit hour each) | 2 |
Professional Development Core | 4 credits |
ENG 572: Professional Practicum or ENG 573: Capstone Project or Professional Elective | 4 |
Total Coursework | 34 credits |
*Students are encouraged to take either ENG 572 or ENG 573 to apply the skills that they have gained in the program to an opportunity provided by an industry client or an employer. If this is not feasible, and with the approval of the advisor, students can take additional courses as listed.
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CHBE 453 Electrochemical Engineering credit: 2 or 3 Hours.
Fundamentals of analysis, design, and optimization of electrochemical systems. 2 or 3 undergraduate hours. 2 or 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Senior standing in physical science or engineering.
- CHBE 471 Biochemical Engineering credit: 3 or 4 Hours.
Applications of chemical engineering principles to biological processes. Topics include enzyme mechanisms and kinetics, bioreactor design, cellular growth and metabolism, fermentation, and bioseparations. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Junior, senior, or graduate standing, or consent of instructor.
- CHBE 472 Techniques in Biomolecular Eng credit: 3 or 4 Hours.
Engineering principles that underlie many of the powerful tools in biotechnology and how scientific discoveries and engineering approaches are used in current industrial applications. Physical principles that govern self-organization and repair in biological systems; tools developed to characterize, manipulate, and quantify biomolecules; use of analytical tools and genetic manipulation in modern bioengineering and biotechnology applications. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CHEM 202, CHEM 203, CHEM 204 or equivalent; MATH 220 or MATH 221; PHYS 211, PHYS 214 or equivalent; MCB 450.
- CHBE 473 Biomolecular Engineering credit: 3 or 4 Hours.
Fundamental principles of biomolecular engineering and its applications in pharmaceutical, agriculture, chemical and food industries. Topics include gene discovery, rational design, directed evolution, pathway engineering, and functional genomics and proteomics. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. - CHBE 475 Tissue Engineering credit: 3 Hours.
Principles and practices of Chemical Engineering will be applied to the topic of tissue engineering. Topics include: methods for employing selected cells, biomaterial scaffolds, soluble regulators or their genes, and mechanical loading and culture conditions for regenerative repair of tissues and organs in vitro and in vivo; understanding intrinsic wound healing processes; quantifying cell behaviors/phenotypes; regulatory compliance and clinical translation. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisites: CHBE 421 and CHBE 422, or consent of instructor.
- CHBE 516 Reactor Process Engineering credit: 4 Hours.
Through a series of lectures centered around the study of chemical reactions, we will explore how thermodynamics, fluids mechanics, and kinetic principles impact the energy and mass balance of specific processes. Theoretical derivation describing chemical processes will be completed with simulation-based processes using commercial packages. Ultimately the students will learn to converge all the core scientific principles that are characteristic of the chemical engineering curriculum (Thermodynamics, Kinetics, Fluid Mechanics). 4 graduate hours. 4 professional hours. Prerequisite: Courses in mathematics application in engineering, thermodynamics, reactor engineering, heat transfer and process control, such as CHBE 424, CHBE 321, CHBE 421, CHBE 440, MATH 284 or MATH 285 or MATH 286, or comparable level courses in other disciplines. Consent of instructor required.
- CHBE 522 Fluid Dynamics credit: 4 Hours.
Basic concepts in fluid dynamics with special emphasis on topics of interest to chemical and biomolecular engineers. Derivation of the Navier-Stokes equations; solutions for creeping flow, perfect fluids, and boundary layers; non-Newtonian fluids; turbulence. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. - CHBE 525 Statistical Thermodynamics for Chemical Engineers credit: 4 Hours.
Fundamentals and applications of both macroscopic thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. The formalism of statistical mechanics is introduced, in particular the development and calculation of partition functions, as well as its connections to thermodynamic equations of state and material properties. These concepts will be applied to problems relevant to chemical engineering, such as solution theory, electrolytes, adsorption, non-equilibrium thermodynamics, chemical reactions, molecular simulation, and dispersive interactions. 3 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: CHBE 321. Graduate standing required. -
CHBE 551 Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis credit: 4 Hours.
Rates and mechanisms of chemical reactions, treatment of data, steady state and unsteady behavior predictions of mechanisms, prediction of rate constants and activation barriers. Introduction to catalysis. Catalysis by solvents, metals, organometallics, acids, enzymes, semiconductors. Same as CHEM 582. Prerequisite: An undergraduate course in chemical kinetics. -
CHBE 594 Special Topics credit: 1 to 4 Hours.
Various advanced topics; generally taken during the second year of graduate study. Typical topics include turbulence, hydrodynamic instability, process dynamics, interfacial phenomena, reactor design, cellular bioengineering, properties of matter at high pressure, and phase transitions. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Graduate-level enriched versions of the following courses:
- CHBE 455 Polymers Synthesis and Industrial Applications credit: 3 Hours.
Explores the fundamentals of polymer production by providing a broad overview of several topics within the field. Students will gain an appreciation of the relationships between polymer composition, synthesis, and processing, all of which ultimately determine bulk polymer properties. 3 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. Credit is not given for both CHBE 455 and MSE 457. - CHBE 458 Synthetic Nanomaterials credit: 3 Hours.
Study of the concepts related to the fundamentals and practical methods for the preparation of nanostructured materials. Classical nucleation and growth, interfacial science, crystal structures, and characterization techniques are among some of the topics covered. The emphasis will be placed on the processing controls of size, shape (dot, wire, and two-dimensional materials), facet, composition, and hierarchical structure. Students will also be exposed to related current topics, including the applications of nanoparticles in energy, sustainability, and biotechnology. 3 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. Prerequisite: CHEM 102 and CHEM 104 or equivalents. -
CHBE 476 Biotransport credit: 3 Hours.
Investigates the critical roles the transports of mass, energy and momentum play in the function of living systems at varied levels (e.g., cells , tissues, and organs) and time scales. Transport phenomena are also central to the design and operation of devices for biological research, imaging, biochemical processes, and therapeutic interventions including drug delivery, gene therapy and tissue engineering. Students will explore conservation laws of mass, energy, and momentum to mathematically describe cell and molecular biology, immunology, physiology and biomedical engineering systems. 3 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. Prerequisites: CHBE 421 and CHBE 422 or consent of instructor. -
CHBE 478 Bioenergy Technology credit: 3 Hours.
Introduction to emerging bioenergy technologies including: world energy consumption and greenhouse gas concerns; fundamental biochemistry of biomass conversion; structural chemistry of lignocelluloses; pretreatment of biomass; enzymatic deconstruction; bioethanol production and fermentation; metabolic engineering for improved biofuels production; feedstock development; industrial fermentation and fermentor design; economics of bioethanol; alternative biofuels, including biodiesel, syngas, Fischer-Tropsch diesel, butanol, ABE fermentation and biohydrogen; anaerobic microbiology; and the biorefinery concept. 3 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. Prerequisites: CHBE 321; MCB 450.
- BADM 544 Strategic Management credit: 2 or 4 Hours.
An integrative examination of executive-level decisions and policies that drive company survival and performance. Combines theoretical and practical learning through strategic management tools, frameworks, examples and case studies. Provides a top management view of companies and organizations that is essential learning for any leader. 2 or 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Credit is not given for both BADM 544 and BADM 339. Prerequisite: BADM 509, BADM 520, and BADM 567, FIN 520, or equivalent. - TE 450 Startups: Incorporation, Funding, Contracts, & Intellectual Property credit: 3 Hours.
Explores how legal tools may be used in the construction and successful operation of your company to deliver the next great product to market. Topics covered in the class include: issues with business formation, funding, intellectual property, non-disclosure agreements, contracts, and other corporate legal issues particularly impacting startups. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. -
TE 460 Lectures in Engineering Entrepreneurship credit: 1 Hour.
Fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship and commercialization of new technology in new and existing engineering and high-tech businesses. Guest speaker topics vary, but typically include: evaluation of technologies and business ideas in general; commercializing new technologies; financing through private and public sources; legal issues; product development; marketing; international business issues. 1 undergraduate hour. 1 graduate hour. May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 2 hours, if topics vary; instructor approval required. Credit is not given for both TE 360 and TE 460.
- TE 461 Technology Entrepreneurship credit: 3 Hours.
Critical factors affecting technology-based ventures: opportunity assessment; the entrepreneurial process; founders and team building; preparation of a business plan including market research, marketing and sales, finance, and manufacturing considerations. Students must have an idea for a new venture to participate in the course, and must be prepared to develop this new venture idea as part of the course. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. -
TE 466 High-Tech Venture Marketing credit: 2 Hours.
Cornerstone marketing concepts for innovators and engineers to enable analysis of products and technologies from a marketing perspective: engineering product development and adoption life cycle; objectives and strategies; marketing management; communication skills; sales process and tactics; special considerations for new high-tech engineering products and innovations. 2 undergraduate hours. 2 graduate hours. Credit is not given for both TE 466 and BADM 365. -
TE 560 Managing Advanced Technol I credit: 1 Hour.
Business perspective of managing advanced technology in industry: strategic context of advanced technology; analytical financial tools used to estimate its potential value; legal concepts important in its management; interpersonal issues related to leading and advocating on behalf of advanced technology groups. 1 graduate hour. No professional credit.
- TE 565 Technol Innovation & Strategy credit: 2 Hours.
Concepts and frameworks for analyzing how firms can create, commercialize and capture value from technology-based products and services. Business, commercialization, and management aspects of technology. Emphasis on reasons that existing firms or startups which have successfully commercialized products or services fail to sustain their success as technology changes and evolves. 2 graduate hours. No professional credit.
*Additional courses may count with advisor approval.
Students without a chemical engineering bachelor's degree are highly encouraged to take three additional core courses (11 hours) to gain the fundamentals necessary to be successful in our M.Eng. program.
Technical Core Courses | 11 Credits |
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CHBE 421: Momentum and Heat Transfer | 4 |
CHBE 422: Mass Transfer Operations | 4 |
CHBE 424: Chemical Reaction Engineering | 3 |
*Technical Core courses are highly encouraged for students without a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.
Curriculum Sequence Scenarios
Here are several examples of how students may want to map out their courses to fulfill the degree requirements. These outlines are a tool to help students select courses to take each semester; consult your academic advisor for more information and to discuss your individual goals and needs.
Full-time students:
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 | |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
*Course available Fall 2024. | ||
Spring | CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Summer | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
CHBE Elective | 4 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Spring | ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Summer | None | |
Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 | |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership *Course available Fall 2024. | 1 | |
Spring | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena | 4 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Summer | ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 | |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership *Course available Fall 2024. | 1 | |
Spring | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena | 4 | |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Part-Time Students:
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Spring | CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena | 4 |
ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Summer | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Fall | CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 |
Technical Elective *Course available Fall 2024. | 4 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Spring | Technical Elective | 4 |
ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 1 | |
Summer | None | |
Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 4 | |
Spring | CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 |
CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena *Course available Fall 2024. | 4 | |
Summer | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Semester | Course | Credit Hours |
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Summer | ACCY 503: Managerial Accounting | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Fall | CHBE 521: Applied Mathematics in ChBE | 4 |
BADM 508: Everyday Leadership | 4 | |
ChBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership | 4 | |
Spring | CHBE 551: Chemical Kinetics & Catalysis* | 4 |
CHBE 513: Advanced Transport Phenomena | 4 | |
CHBE 594: Special Topics - Leadership *Course available Fall 2024. | 1 | |
Summer | ENG 572/573: Capstone Course | 4 |
Technical Elective | 4 | |
Total Credits | 34 |
Program Contacts
M.Eng. Program Office
99 Roger Adams Laboratory, MC-712
600 South Mathews Avenue
Urbana, IL 61801, USA
217-300-4452
chbe-meng@illinois.edu
Hong Yang
Director of the M.Eng. in Chemical Engineering Leadership