Chemical Engineering Technology

Program Overview

Chemical Engineering Technology is at the core of our ever-evolving world – innovative products, processes and materials are a constant in our time. To support these changes, this program puts a focus on material science, nuclear physics and instrumentation. Renewable fuels, process simulation and analysis and development of chemical products all have one thing in common – the chemical engineering technologist.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U)
Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

Note: this program has additional recommended requirements. Please visit the Admission Requirements tab for further information.

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Tuition

Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
Year one international: $13,322 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

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Laboratory Instrumentation

Nuclear introduction

Process Analysis

Technology recommendations

To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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Intakes and Availability

Date	Domestic Availability	International Availability
September 2021	Open	Open

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Chemical process operator
Chemical process supervisor
Chemical technologist
Nuclear Plant Operator or Lab tech
Quality assurance technologist
Research and development analyst
Instrumentation technologist

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Program Details

Chemical engineering technology is about creating value through chemical conversions, all the way from lab-scale processes to optimizing full plant operations, and this program provides training to enable graduates to do this. Applications include manufacturing of high-tech polymers, water treatment operations, catalytic conversions, nuclear power and sustainable fuel sources-Chemical engineering technologists play a role in each of these areas.

This program will provide you with hands-on experience and a solid background in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, nuclear physics and instrumental analysis including chromatography and spectroscopy, as well as process control and sustainability. Working alone and in teams, first-hand experience is emphasized through our fully equipped Analytical Instrumentation laboratory. The core of the program will give you training and experience in the handling, analyzing, monitoring, processing and properties of a wide variety of chemicals.

Safety and environmental compliance are both emphasized in the program as chemical engineering technologists take processes from “cradle to cradle”. The field placement component of the program provides valuable contacts and experience.

Program Learning Outcomes

Perform all work in compliance with relevant statutes, regulations, standards, practices and guidelines.
Implement, co-ordinate and evaluate quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organisational standards and requirements.
Troubleshoot industrial or chemical processes and laboratory equipment.
Solve complex problems and perform tasks by applying principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry and chemical engineering.
Perform, co-ordinate, implement and validate laboratory procedures to conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and tests.
Prepare and purify compounds using standard synthesis and purification procedures.
Maintain and control industrial or chemical processes and assist with their design using chemical engineering principles.
Analyse and interpret data using statistical methods.
Select and use current technologies in chemical engineering tasks and projects.
Prepare, modify, interpret and present technical documents for chemical engineering applications.
Apply best practices for sustainability.
Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance in a multi-disciplinary workplace.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
Grade 12 English (C or U)
Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2020-21 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes. Students should refer to their timetable for the most up-to-date course information.

Costs

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Chemical process operator
Chemical process supervisor
Chemical technologist
Nuclear Plant Operator or Lab tech
Quality assurance technologist
Research and development analyst
Instrumentation technologist

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

Chemical analytical laboratories
Chemical plant operations
Food and beverage or pharmaceutical production
Nuclear plant – lab or operations
Energy generation and distribution
Environmental companies
Sales and technical support
Water treatment plants
Quality assurance laboratories

Field Placement

Your learning experience will be complemented by a field placement, which will enable you to utilize your newly acquired skills and gain valuable industry-related experience.

Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions. Sample diploma-to-degree opportunities include:

Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

Technology Recommendations

To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

Processor: i5
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
Internet connection

Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk or the school office.

COVID-19 Information

Chemical Engineering Technology

Program Overview

Admission Requirements

Tuition

Semester 1 Courses

Technology recommendations

Intakes and Availability

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

Program Details

Program Learning Outcomes

Admission Requirements

Recommended

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Costs

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

Field Placement

Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

Technology Recommendations

Chemical Engineering Technology in the news

Helpful Resources

College guide September 2020 [PDF]

College guide September 2020 [Interactive]

Graduate Employment Report [PDF]