The Colorado State University Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering equips you to tackle complex challenges at the intersection of science and engineering. You will master the quantitative description, prediction, and control of matter transformations, blending fundamental scientific principles with practical engineering skills. This undergraduate program is ideal if you possess a strong aptitude for mathematics and science and are driven to innovate in areas like sustainable processes, biomaterials, and advanced manufacturing. You will explore the dynamic interface between chemistry, biology, and engineering, preparing you to address critical global needs.
This full-time, on-campus program is studied over four years, guiding you from foundational concepts like material and energy balances, thermodynamics, and modern organic chemistry to advanced topics such as chemical and biological reactor design, process simulation, and separation processes. Your learning experience at Colorado State University will involve hands-on laboratory work, the application of computational tools like MATLAB, and opportunities to tailor your studies through bioscience and technical electives. You will graduate prepared for diverse career paths in the chemical and biological industries, research and development, or further graduate studies.