The wide scope of Chemical Engineering

Author: Aakash Sharma

Chemical engineering deals with the design, development of processes and operation of machines through which the physical or chemical state of materials. It has a good amount of influence on different other areas of technology.

Chemical Engineering has its application in multiple process industries. It lies in the principles of chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Developments in various chemical practices have led to the innovation of more advanced fields like Nanotechnology, Bio-Engineering, Bio-Molecular Engineering, etc. This field finds a global application in everyday life. Modern innovations have changed the face of how chemical engineering was earlier perceived.

Chemical engineers are in demand given the kind of dependability a large number of industries have on them for the synthesis and processing of chemicals and materials. They also get increasing opportunities in the field of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, electronic device fabrication and environmental engineering. Professional training of the chemical engineers becomes important when the processes require a chemical or physical transformation of matter. When they work in the chemical industry, they are required to work on the creation of new polymeric materials with important electrical, optical or mechanical properties. In the field of biotechnology, they help in designing the production facilities that use microorganisms and enzymes to synthesize new drugs.

Engineers, in this case, are required to have a comprehensive understanding of both the engineering and scientific principles underlying these technological processes. This is reflected in the robust curriculum offered at Saintgits Chemical Engineering Department, one of the best chemical engineering colleges in Kerala. The engineers use their analytical skills and aptitude to enhance other people's lives.

There are a string of job options available for graduates of Chemical Engineering:

  • Chemical engineer

  • Energy engineer

  • Petroleum engineer

  • Product/process development scientist

  • Nuclear engineer

  • Environmental engineer

  • Manufacturing engineer

  • Analytical chemist

  • Production manager

  • Quality manager

  • Materials engineer

  • Mining engineer

  • Energy manager

Manufacturing industries that require chemical engineers include those supplying:

  • fibres and polymers

  • food and drink

  • plastic and metals

  • pulp and paper

  • toiletries

There are many chemical development engineers that work for engineering consultancies and contracting firms. There are opportunities available to work in pollution control, environmental protection, energy conservation, and recycling energy departments as well.

Amongst many others, a few of the skills that would be useful in a range of engineering are listed below:

  • problem-solving skills

  • analytical skills

  • project management

  • teamwork and leadership

  • initiative and attention to detail

  • communication and presentation skills

Electrical Engineering is primarily about electrical machinery, problems of generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy. It is also associated with electrical controls in factories, motors and transformers. There are plenty of job opportunities in the field of electrical engineering. Building transportation network, industry and services, construction, manufacturing, production and the distribution of power regard as some of the specialized fields of career development. An electrical engineer is trained and can work with industries that deal in product development, system management, product design, consumers’ electronics, transportation, wireless communication, manufacturing, automotive, defense and pharmaceutical.

Chemical Engineering Department of Saintgits College of Engineering is established in the year 2017 as the 5th college under APJ AKTU. The college has been regarded as one of the best Chemical Engineering Colleges in Kerala. The department has proven faculty members and veterans as mentors having experience in academics, Industry and Research organizations. At present, the department offers a 4-year B. Tech program in Chemical Engineering. Department is set to provide unique opportunities to the students to Learn Grow and Excel in chemical engineering and technology.