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Career Profile Chemical Engineer SCH3U by Steve Hall for Vance McPherson 03/27/13

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Introduction
So chemistry is your passion? Your bread and butter? You love chemistry so much, you want to spend the rest of your life studying it. There are career paths you can choose to do so! One of which, is chemical engineering! In the information sheet that follows, you will learn what being a chemical engineer is all about and how to get there, specifically looking at chemical engineers in the mining work-force.

Task
There are a lot of careers that require some knowledge and training in chemistry.Develop a very brief summary, described below, of a career that requires chemistry training. Then, post that summary to the dropbox under the folder Career Portfolio. Career Focus: Mining There are a lot of materials that we obtain through mining pulling them out of the ground, one way or another. Of course, each one of these materials has chemical and physical properties that present unique challenges when it comes to obtaining, extracting and refining these materials. Pick a type of mining and research what it is to be a chemical engineer with that mine. Cover the following topics: Type of Mining Role of chemical engineer Years of schooling required Type of schooling required (Diploma, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., etc.) Avg. salary / wage range Example of company or agency that might employ you When making this summary, assume that your audience is a grade 12 student who is considering pursuing the career in question, and would like to know more about it. You want to communicate the information accurately, clearly and briefly. Be creative about how you do this you may use an info sheet1, a brochure, a powerpoint presentation, a poster, etc. (McPherson)
1 This is the medium I have selected for my career profile. -SH, 03/27/13

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Job Description
Chemical engineers take scientific principles and apply them to practical situations. Does this sound like it could interest you? Read on!

Core Tasks
Design machines and perform chemical reactions to refine oil. Oversee construction and operation of machinery. Supervise chemical processes taking place. Lead teams in developing new products. Ensure safety is a priority during testings.

Workplace
As a chemical engineer, you're likely to find yourself working for a manufacturing company. You may also find yourself working in an office or a lab. Due to the fact that mining is a big focus of chemical engineering, you may have to deal with loud noise levels in your workplace. You will be coming into contact with hazardous chemicals, so you need to be safe and responsible.

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Earnings
The average earnings for a chemical engineer is between $85,000 and $100,000

* Employers may provide performance-based bonuses! *2

Sample Career Path

These are just a few examples of companies that need YOU as a chemical engineer, if you've got what it takes! Where can it take you? Anywhere in the world! Take Goldcorp for example with 10 mines and 8 developing projects throughout North and South America, opportunities are endless, as well as the location! But how can you get there? First, talk to your guidance counsellor to make sure you have the correct prerequisites to attend university. Then, find yourself a program in chemical engineering, like the one offered at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. This is a 4 year program. After you graduate, this is what your path will look like as a new employee of one of these companies: 1. You'll start off as a JUNIOR ENGINEER, making $50-65,000/year! All you need is your bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. 2. After about two years, and successful completion of the professional engineering licensing exam, you'll be making $60-85,000/year, working on more advanced projects and overseeing processes, as well as supervising technicians, machine operators and others. 3. Soon enough, you'll see yourself as an ENGINEERING MANAGER, making up to 100,000 dollars/year. You may have picked up a post-graduate degree, and you will be overseeing all production! Nice work!
2 This image is taken directly from http://www.careercruising.com/.

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Related Careers
Aerospace Engineer () Agricultural Engineer () Biological Technician () Biomedical Engineer () Chemical Engineering Technician () Chemist() Civil Engineer () Electrical Engineer () Environmental Engineer () Industrial Engineer () Inventor () Materials / Metallurgical Engineer () Mechanical Engineer () Mining Engineering Technician() Nuclear Engineer() Petroleum Engineer() Quality Controller() Scientist () Toxicologist()

*Careers with red smiley faces () indicate careers that require university. *Careers with yellow smiley faces () indicate careers that require college. *Careers with green smiley faces () indicate careers that college and university is not necessary. *Careers with purple smiley faces () indicate careers that involve chemistry. *Careers with blue smiley faces () indicate careers that may involve chemistry.

Attributes & Abilities (Is it for you?)

1. Do you enjoy solving problems? 2. Do you enjoy being creative? 3. Are you analytical? 4. Are you detail oriented? 5. Do you communicate well? 6. Is chemistry your calling? 7. Are you good at physics3 as well? 8. Do you enjoy research?

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No No No No No No

If you have answered yes to a lot of these questions, Chemical Engineering may be a good career choice for you! Talk to your guidance counsellor to ensure you are taking the correct prerequisites if you are interested in pursuing this path. Good luck!

The bases of engineering consists of physics. (Wikipedia)

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