Chemical engineering technicians are at the heart of many growing fields, from leading-edge research around alternative fuels to protecting the safety of our food and water supply. Prepare for an exciting career working in high-tech labs with real-world results.

 

Chemical engineering technicians and technologists work for:

• Government agencies.
• Educational institutions.
• Industries including food production, pharmaceuticals, petroleum, plastics, pulp and paper, mining, metallurgy and nuclear energy.

 

Our grads get great jobs

• Plastic Industry Lab Technologist, ABC Group
• Lab Technician, Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd.
• Chemical Lab Technologist, Ontario Clean Water Agency
• Chemical Technologist, Queen’s University
• Quality Control Laboratory Technician, Durabla Canada

 

Is it for you?

Students who thrive in this program:

• Have a good grounding in math and science.
• Are inquisitive.
• Pay meticulous attention to detail.
• Enjoy working with their hands. 

 

How you'll learn

Experiential learning

Study in the newly equipped Bay of Quinte Skills Centre:

• Understand the principles and techniques of organic and analytical chemistry, chemical engineering and industrial processes.
• Gain applied skills with good manufacturing practices, chemical instrumentation, extraction technology, health and safety, and microbiology techniques.
• Apply theory to practice with problem-based assignments.
• Graduates are prepared to work in research and development, analyze and interpret data, manage lab operations, assess analytical methods, troubleshoot instrumentation and develop new techniques.
• Observe chemical engineers in action with tours of professional lab facilities.
• Get ready to enter the workforce by honing your skills in interviewing, résumé building, and overall career preparation.

 

Outstanding faculty make the difference

• Learn with active, involved instructors who are committed to students’ success.
• The teaching labs were set up by a program coordinator who brings 15 years of experience working in three different countries as a research geneticist.