Chemieingenieurwesen (grundständig)
The undergraduate degree in chemical engineering provides scientific and practical basic knowledge in chemistry, mathematics, process engineering, chemical engineering and materials engineering and leads to a first professional university degree.
Chemical engineering can also be studied as part of dual degree programs.
Альтернативные названия
Chemical EngineeringСистематика
Berufs-ID: 94396
Systematiknummer: B 41313-917
SIF-ID: 2214408
Примеры программ обучения
- Applied Chemistry (Bachelor)
- Bio- and Chemical Engineering (Bachelor)
- Chemical Engineering - Sustainable Chemical Technologies (Bachelor)
- Chemical Engineering: Molecular and Structural Product Design (Bachelor)
- Chemical Engineering/Process Engineering (Bachelor)
- Chemical Engineering (Bachelor)
- Chemical Engineering (Paint and Varnish) (Bachelor)
- Chemical and Bioengineering (Bachelor)
- Technical Chemistry (Bachelor)
Требования к школьному образованию
In-depth knowledge of the following school subjects is a good prerequisite for a successful degree:
Chemistry:
Good knowledge of chemistry is essential. Course content includes inorganic and organic chemistry.
Mathematics:
Solid mathematical school knowledge is a good basis for all engineering courses. A confident use of statistical methods is also useful.
Physics:
Good knowledge of this subject is helpful, for example, for study content in measurement technology, electrical engineering and experimental physics.
English:
Specialist literature is often only available in English. Students must be able to read and understand it quickly.
Изучаемые предметы
Compulsory modules (examples):
- General and inorganic chemistry
- Apparatus technology
- Bioengineering
- Advanced mathematics
- Organic chemistry
- Physics
- Process dynamics and process automation
- Processes and systems
- Flow and transport processes
- Technical chemistry
- Technical mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Process engineering
- Materials science
Elective modules (examples):
- Applied genetic engineering
- Chemical analysis
- Fundamentals of pharmaceutical biotechnology and Microbiology
- Sustainable chemical engineering
- Safe and optimized operation of systems in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries
Practical study content:
- Depending on the university, internships, practical modules, practical semesters (e.g. in industrial companies)
Примеры специализации
Specialization during your studies
Depending on the university and course of study, you can already specialize in the basic subject of chemical engineering, e.g. in applied biotechnology, polymer chemistry, pharmaceutical technology or reaction and process engineering.
Additional qualifications
Acquiring additional and key qualifications during your studies is useful and is an advantage for a successful start to your career (e.g. in the areas of time management or presentation techniques) - as are suitable elective modules (e.g. on the subject of applied genetic engineering) and relevant internships (e.g. in industrial companies).
Срок обучения
Standard duration of study: 6-8 semesters
Average actual duration of study: 7.7 semesters
Source: Federal Statistical Office, Statistical Report - Statistics on examinations at German universities - Examination year 2022
Возможные типы дипломов
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Ситуация с обучением
You should be prepared for the following conditions and requirements:
- Courses: attend lectures and seminars in the university's lecture halls and seminar rooms during the semester; if necessary, take part in online courses at home
- Practical exercises: e.g. experiments on chemical processes
- Independent work: prepare and follow up on courses, research in libraries, prepare presentations, write homework (also during the lecture-free period)
- Organization: plan your studies independently within the framework of the specified study structure, adhere to specified deadlines and study times, complete study and examination work on time (self-discipline and organizational talent required)
- Career preparation: complete internships if necessary (e.g. in industrial companies), prepare for starting a career
Дуальное обучение
Dual study programs combine a degree with vocational training or practical phases in a company.
In the undergraduate subject of chemical engineering, both practice-integrated and training-integrated study programs are possible. A degree in chemical engineering can, for example, be combined with training in the recognized apprenticeships of chemical technician, chemical laboratory technician, textile laboratory technician or paint laboratory technician.
Места обучения
Learning locations are
- at the university: lecture halls, seminar and practice rooms, libraries, laboratories
- at home (e.g. preparation and follow-up of courses, writing homework; if necessary, participation in online courses)
Виды учебных заведений
- Университет
- Университет Прикладных Наук
Международное обучение
Альтернативные курсы
The following subjects can be alternatives to the Chemical Engineering (undergraduate) course:
Chemistry area
- Chemistry (undergraduate)
- Biochemistry (undergraduate)
- Chemical biology (undergraduate)
- Food chemistry (state examination)
- Food chemistry (undergraduate except state examination)
- Polymer science (undergraduate)
- Cosmetics and detergent technology (undergraduate)
- Business chemistry (undergraduate)
Commonality:
- Acquire knowledge in various areas of chemistry
Biotechnology area
- Pharmaceutical engineering (undergraduate)
- Biotechnology (basic)
Similarities:
- Acquire knowledge of chemical and biological relationships
- Create technical calculations and design documents
Сферы деятельности
For bachelor graduates in chemical engineering, various fields of activity in the private sector are available, e.g. laboratory analysis, production planning, control or distribution, sales.
Последующее образование
Bachelor graduates in chemical engineering can continue their studies in a further subject, e.g. chemical engineering, biotechnology or process engineering, and thereby expand their professional and career opportunities.
- Biotechnology (advanced)
- Chemistry (advanced)
- Chemical engineering (advanced)
- Patent engineering (advanced)
- Pharmaceutical engineering (advanced)
- Process engineering (advanced)
Развитие предметной области
Establishment of the field
After the chemical industry was founded, it grew rapidly, especially in Germany in the 19th century. In parallel with the development of various manufacturing processes, for example for fertilizers or synthetic materials and dyes, the demands on a chemistry degree, which had previously had a predominantly scientific focus, increased. Industry increasingly demanded practical and technical focuses. Therefore, at the end of the 19th century, more technical universities were founded, where, for example, technical chemistry was offered as a separate degree program.
Chemical engineering in transition
In earlier times, little thought was given to the finite nature of raw material reserves, especially oil, and the environmental impact of chemical products. Recently, however, sustainability, economic efficiency and environmental friendliness of the processes have played an increasingly important role in the development of innovative chemical products and processes. Therefore, chemical engineering courses are also increasingly dealing with these topics.
