Chemical Engineering Technologist
Loyalist College of Applied Arts & Technology
Key Information
Campus location
Belleville, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
Introduction
Chemical Engineering Technologist
Chemical engineering technicians and technologists are at the heart of many growing fields, from leading-edge research around alternative fuels to protecting the safety of our food and water supply. Prepare for an exciting career working in high-tech labs with real-world results.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the college website for more information.
Curriculum
First Year - Semester One
- Cell Biology Lab
- Cell Biology Lecture
- Communications
- Foundation Skills in Science
- Introduction to Applied Chemistry-Lab
- Introduction to Applied Chemistry-Lecture
- Mathematics for Biosciences 1
- Organic Chemistry 1
First Year - Semester Two
- Applied Chemistry 2
- Applied Chemistry 2 LAB
- Applied Organic Chem Techniques
- Industrial Processes
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Mathematics for Biosciences 2
- Organic Chemistry 2
Second Year - Semester Three
- Analytical Chemistry
- Analytical Techniques
- Data Analysis 1
- Instrumentation 1 Lab
- Instrumentation 1 Theory
- Microbiology
Second Year - Semester Four
- Analytical Chemistry 2
- Chemical Engineering
- Instrumentation 2
- Placement One Week
- Polymer Chemistry
Third Year - Semester Five
- Analytical Instrumentation
- Biochemistry
- Data Analysis 2
- Extraction Technology
- Organic Chemistry - Chromatography
Third Year - Semester Six
- Applied Projects 1
- Applied Projects 2
- Good Manufacturing Practices
Program Outcome
Credential: Three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma (Technologist)
Experiential learning
Study in the newly equipped Bay of Quinte Skills Centre:
- Understand the principles and techniques of organic and analytical chemistry, chemical engineering and industrial processes.
- Gain applied skills with chemical instrumentation, extraction technology, health and safety, and microbiology techniques.
- Apply theory to practice with problem-based assignments.
- Graduates are prepared to work in research and development, analyze and interpret data, manage lab operations, assess analytical methods and develop new techniques.
- Observe chemical engineers in action with tours of professional lab facilities.
- Applied project learning and field placements in the second and third years provide practical experience, preparing you for a smooth transition to the workforce with a wide range of skills.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Find your career
Chemical engineering technicians and technologists work for:
- Government agencies.
- Educational institutions.
- Industries including food production, pharmaceuticals, petroleum, plastics, pulp and paper, mining, metallurgy and nuclear energy.