Chemical
Engineering
Chemical engineering transforms raw materials into products that power industries and improve lives. At Texas Tech, our chemical engineering students design sustainable energy solutions, advanced materials, and life-saving pharmaceuticals, preparing for impactful careers that solve global challenges through innovation and real-world experience.
Chemical Engineering at the
Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering
Chemical engineering at the Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering combines chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering principles to transform raw materials into valuable products. Students gain the skills for impactful careers in energy, pharmaceuticals, advanced materials, sustainability, and emerging technologies, all while studying in one of Texas Techs premier engineering programs.
UndergraduateGraduateInnovate Boldly
ENGINEER THE FUTURE
Tackle global challenges in energy, environment, and materials with chemical engineering expertise that leads to breakthroughs and rewarding careers.
18
Faculty Members
331
Undergraduate Students
86
Graduate Students
Valero
Experiential Learning Laboratory
Morrow
Energy Pilot Plant
CASFER
NSF Engineering Research Center
Research Areas

Bioengineering and Nanomedicine
Interdisciplinary research is being conducted in the various areas including vaccine design, drug delivery, and nanomedicine for cardiovascular diseases, tissue engineering, cancer research, and more.
Learn More
Soft Matter and Nanotechnology
Soft matter, nanotechnology, and materials science research spans the breadth of the field, with projects ranging from chemistry to physics to engineering.
Learn More
Computational Modeling and Data Science
Chemical engineers use computational tools and data science to model and predict molecular properties and material behavior, as well as to model, design, and control manufacturing processes.
Learn More
Energy and Sustainability
Cutting edge bioengineering research spanning a broad spectrum of activities that impact human health and address the imminent global energy crisis.
Learn More
Department Events
With this degree, I can be a Chemical Engineer and more!
Support Our Mission
Discover how your contribution can change the lives of students who are engineering a global future!
Chemical Engineering
-
Address
P.O. Box 43121, Lubbock, TX 79409−3121 -
Phone
806.742.3553 -
Email
che@ttu.edu