Program Description

The associate degree in Chemical Engineering provides foundational knowledge in chemistry, physics, and engineering principles. Students learn about chemical processes, laboratory techniques, and industrial applications, preparing for entry-level roles or transfer to a bachelor’s program.

Note: The Associate of Pre-Engineering is recommended as the best degree for transfer to a four-year program. It has an advising track for Chemical Engineering. Students completing the AS on this page will need to take additional credits at their transfer institution to be ready for junior-level engineering classwork.

Program Outcomes

Students who complete an associate degree in Chemical Engineering should expect the following outcomes from the program: 

• Students can solve problems by applying principles of engineering and mathematics.
• Students can acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
• Students have a feasible plan for completing a four-year degree in engineering or computer science.

Make the Most of Your Time at Snow

The requirements below will earn you an associate degree, but Snow offers other prerequisites that you will need for your bachelor's degree. Students are encouraged to more fully prepare for transfer by completing the suggested plan of study.

AS Requirements

To earn an AS in Chemical Engineering at Snow College, students must complete 60 credits, including the general education requirements and the following major requirements.

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
CHEM 1210	Principles of Chemistry I PS	4
CHEM 1215	Principles of Chemistry Lab I	1
Chemisty/Lab or Calculus
CHEM 1220	Principles of Chemistry II PS
CHEM 1225	Principles of Chemistry Lab II
MATH 1210	Calculus I

Another Available Degree

While the AS is recommended, students can earn an AA in Chemical Engineering by completing the foreign language requirement as part of their 60 credits.

Plan of Study Grid

Freshman
Fall		Hours
ENGR 1000	Introduction to Engineering	2
CHEM 1210	Principles of Chemistry I PS	4
English 1 GE Class		3
MATH 1210	Calculus I	5
Elective		1
	Hours	15
Spring
CHEM 1220 & CHEM 1225	Principles of Chemistry II PS and Principles of Chemistry Lab II	5
English 2 GE Class		3
ENGR 1703 & ENGR 1704	Introduction to Chemical Engineering and Introduction to Chemical Engineering Lab	3
Social Science GE Class		3
Elective		1
	Hours	15
Sophomore
Fall
Fine Arts GE Class		3
Humanities GE Class		3
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
	Hours	15
Spring
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
Life Science GE Class		3
American Institutions GE Class		3
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
Engineering AS Degree Elective		3
	Hours	15
	Total Hours	60