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Chemical Engineers

  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Tasks

What tasks do Chemical Engineers perform?

  • Monitor and analyze data from processes and experiments.

  • Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to ongoing chemical reactions.

  • Develop processes to separate components of liquids or gases or generate electrical currents, using controlled chemical processes.

  • Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes.


Knowledge

What do Chemical Engineers need to know?

  • Engineering and Technology

    Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

  • Chemistry

    Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.


Skills

What skills do Chemical Engineers need?

  • Science

    Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

  • Complex Problem Solving

    Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.



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