Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Knowledge

  • Identify the basic mathematical models and tools of calculus, linear algebra, differential equations and statistics in Chemical Engineering.

  • Recognize the general laws of physics (mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electromagnetism and energy transfer) applicable to the design and analysis of chemical and industrial processes.

  • Describe the internal functioning of computers, operating systems, databases and software applications.

  • Define the basic concepts of standardization and graphical representation methods.

  • Identify the basic principles of general, organic and inorganic chemistry, and their application in chemical engineering processes.

  • Describe the concept of a company, the institutional and legal framework in which it operates, and the organizational and management systems applicable to industrial companies.

  • Describe the fundamentals of machines, mechanisms and electrical and electronic systems, and their functioning in industrial environments.

  • Understand the fundamentals of materials engineering, their properties, behaviour and selection for applications in chemical equipment and processes.

  • Identify the fundamentals of automation and the basic control methods applied to chemical engineering processes.

  • Identify the processes of mass, energy and momentum transfer, and their relevance in the operation and design of chemical engineering equipment.

  • Identify the principles of sustainability, safety, quality and the environment applicable to the responsible design and operation of chemical processes.

  • Identify the biotechnological processes and the valorisation of raw materials and energy resources applicable to chemical engineering and emerging industrial sectors (bioengineering, energy, environment).

Skills

  • Apply mathematical, statistical and graphical representation techniques (including CAD) to the modelling, analysis and resolution of problems specific to chemical engineering.

  • Use computing, programming, simulation and automatic control tools for the design, operation and optimization of chemical and industrial processes.

  • Apply the principles of physics and mechanics (thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and strength of materials) to the design, sizing and analysis of chemical equipment and installations.

  • Apply the principles and fundamentals of material and energy balances, molecular transport phenomena, chemical reaction engineering, reactor design and separation operations in the chemical industry.

  • Design and carry out experiments and tests in laboratory and pilot plant settings, using measurement, modelling and data analysis techniques for system characterization and model validation.

  • Integrate the principles of sustainability, industrial safety, risk prevention, quality and environmental management into the design and operation of chemical processes and installations.

  • Apply knowledge of industrial organization, economics and business management to the planning, direction and optimization of processes and resources in industrial environments.

  • Optimize chemical and biochemical processes and products incorporating criteria of energy efficiency, digitalization, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Competences

  • Manage digital technologies for the analysis and optimisation of chemical processes with a critical mindset, oriented towards sustainability and innovation.

  • Act responsibly in the implementation of chemical engineering projects, coordinating activities, resources and work teams in business or research environments, assessing and mitigating the social, economic and environmental impacts of their activity.

  • Complete and defend a professional or academic project in the field of chemical engineering that integrates the knowledge, skills and competencies acquired in the degree.

  • Correctly use technical specifications, regulations and mandatory standards in professional practice.

  • Communicate technical and scientific information clearly and effectively, adapting the discourse to different audiences and professional contexts.

  • Act in the development of chemical engineering projects with ethical responsibility and with respect for fundamental rights and duties, diversity and democratic values, in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals.

  • Critically analyse gender‑based inequalities in the field of chemical engineering, proposing actions that promote equality and compliance with the SDGs.