Chemical engineering is the application of chemistry to large
scale industrial systems. It involves taking discoveries made by
chemists and determining how to best use them on a functional
scale. Chemical engineering is one of the main sub-disciplines
of engineering, employing 31,700 individuals as of 2008
according to bls.gov. Chemical engineering is commonly perceived
as the ‘jack of all trades’ engineering specialty. The
applications of chemistry are relevant to a wide variety of
industries, ranging from bridge construction to nanotechnology.
Chemical engineers are in high demand at manufacturing firms,
green technology start-ups, electronics research and development
centers, and energy companies. They can specialize in
nanotechnology, materials science, biotechnology, and
environmental technology. Chemical engineers are on average the
most highly paid engineers, averaging 88,000 USD per year salary
according to bls.gov. To become a chemical engineer a student
should focus on math and science classes in hi