Chemical Technology
Overview
Chemical technology programs prepare people to use science and math to do chemical research.Chemical technology programs prepare people to use scientific and mathematical methods to conduct research in labs. Students learn physical chemistry and math.
Chemical technology programs include topics such as:
- Chemistry and biochemistry
- Technical mathematics
- Computer applications
- Radiochemistry
- Industrial biochemistry
- Laboratory research methods
- Test equipment operation and maintenance
- Report writing
Concentrations
In chemical technology programs students may be able to specialize in:
- Chemical engineering technology
- Physical science technologies
Schools
Many community colleges and technical schools offer certificate and associate degree programs in chemical technology. A certificate program usually takes a year of full-time study. An associate degree program at a community college usually takes two years of full-time study to complete.
A few colleges and universities offer bachelor’s degrees in chemical technology. A bachelor's degree usually takes about four years of full-time study.
See schools that offer this program.
Related Educational Programs
- Agricultural Engineering
- Biomedical Technology
- Ceramic Sciences and Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Engineering Technology, General
- Environmental Engineering Technology
- Materials Science
- Metallurgical Technology
- Mining Technology
- Nuclear Technology
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Occupational Safety and Health Technology
- Petroleum Technology
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Technology
Related Careers
Careers Directly Related to this Program of Study
- Chemical Equipment Operators
- Chemical Plant Operators
- Engineering Technicians
- Environmental Engineering Technicians
Other Careers Related to this Program of Study
Program Admission
You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.
Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science and Programming
- English Composition
- Physics
- Trigonometry
Typical Course Work
Program Courses
An associate degree program in this field typically includes courses in the following subjects:
- Applied Analysis
- Chemical Instrumentation
- Chemistry
- Computer Applications in Science
- English Composition
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Pre-Calculus
Things to Know
Your program may include an internship or cooperative work experience.
Some programs emphasize chemical process operations to prepare you to work in an industrial plant.
As a chemical technician you may work in a variety of industries such as pharmaceutical, rubber, paint, petroleum, and dye industries.
Schools
King-Snohomish Area
Bellevue College
- Molecular Science Technician