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Department of Chemical Engineering

Welcome to the Department of Chemical Engineering!

Goodwin Hall

WHERE THEORY MEETS PRACTICE

The Unit Operations Lab, nicknamed "the UO Lab," is the hallmark course of Chemical Engineering at Virginia Tech. This immersive laboratory experience challenges students to apply everything they've learned in classes and academic labs to real-world problems.

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CHEMICAL ENGINEERS CHANGE THE WORLD

Our faculty and students do research to meet the global challenges of the 21st century, from sustainability and climate change to medicine and manufacturing. We offer bachelor's of science, master's of engineering, master's of science and doctoral degrees.

OUR CORE VALUES

Our core values align with the foundational principles of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

Chemical Engineering Has Impact

Our researchers are developing new recyclable materials to improve the environmental footprint of wind turbine blade production.

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Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science program in chemical engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Learn more about our graduation rates and objectives.