Thanks for watching! Please feel free to add any knowledge you may have on chemical engineering to the comments so we can help anyone watching this video in the hopes of getting into this field.
I would like to think it’s 50/50. Basically, you learn as much as you apply what you’ve learnt in university. This is purely based on my experience but I think you use a lot of what you learnt in university but you also learn a lot more.
mam thank you so much I am right now in a really confusing stage I am from India and got chemE in a good reputed college , my dream was always to work in space sector, mam how can I work in space sector with a chemE degree.. please help me
I would love to connect with you to talk more interms of daily tasks as type of knowledge that I have gained inthe career could be very useful somewhere and perhaps we can share idea taken in to consideration the projects you deal with and typical root cause analysis you have to do going forward. Thank you for sharing your experiences
That would be great. You can always email me (sundanishilaluke@gmail.com) or send me a message on instagram (sunday_sundii) to discuss this even more. Thank you!
Hey. There's not a lot of chemistry in chemical engineering so I wouldn't recommend choosing chemical engineering based on the fact that you enjoy chemistry. Maybe you should consider just doing chemistry as your major. You could still enjoy chemical engineering though. I recommend you doing a little more research on the difference so you are as sure as you can be before making a decision.
Thank you for this video. We really appreciate it. How is the work place like? And would you say what you are getting paid now is worth the difficulty of the course, given that the course is very much challenging and demanding.
I would say it is worth it considering that I’m entering the workplace straight out of university. University was demanding and very useful now that I’m in the workplace but it was mostly theoretical and there’s so much more to learn in the workplace (on a more practical level). I’m learning something new every single day so I think what I get paid is worth it for a graduate straight out of university with no proper work experience.
I'm a chemical engineer working as a process engineer for a multinational company. I really love my job but if money is your main priority then don't do chemical engineering
Hey. In my experience first year helps with that. At UCT, they structured the programme so that the basics are covered (mass balances, unit conversion etc) in first year and focus goes more to the maths, chemistry, physics courses. Also, being very resourceful helps a lot for Chemical engineering. Use textbooks, tutors and your classmates to get all the information you think you might be lacking.
I don’t have much experience with this as I had a bursary throughout university so that company offered us Vac work and work after graduating. But I’m willing to do some research, talk to fellow engineers and perhaps give you some more information on this.
Cool. Anyhoo I’m currently in china(non South African), studying my masters in engineering management and I’ve a bachelors in chemical engineering. I’ve a plan to move to South Africa after here, I’m worried about jobs , any advice? 😔
Sounds great! I’m afraid I’m not the best to ask about job searches as I was a bursar for the company I work for. However, my advice to you is to start applying as soon as possible, look out on LinkedIn for job opportunities and keep an open-mind (apply to consulting companies, manufacturing companies and even banks if need be; this can be a start then you can branch out and grow into the specific field you’d like to be in) All the best!😊
Hi....I'm currently doing grade 11 and I'm interested in Chemical engineering and yes I'm good in Physics and Chemistry but the problem is I lack creativity and I sometimes have social anxiety depending on how comfortable I feel..........my question is will I be able to do Chemical engineering without creativity?
Hey! Prepare for what specifically? If you mean chemical engineering topics, I literally just search “how to size/design a heat exchanger?”(for example) and there’s usually a few videos that come up. It’s not always the case but for the most part if you’re struggling with a certain topic in Uni or even in the work place, you can find a few videos on it on YT. I don’t have a specific channel in mind.
Hey. My opinion might be bias but UCT has a great engineering faculties. But according to stats, UCT does have the best chemical engineering department in South Africa. Followed by Stellies then UP. But I suggest you apply to all of them and keep your options open.
I had a Sasol bursary so I just applied on their website: www.sasolbursaries.com/welcome/how-to-apply/#:~:text=Sasol%20Mainstream%20Programme%20(Applications%20for,back%20%2F%20pay%2Dback%20obligation.
Salaries should be confidential so instead of sharing my salary, here’s a link that will you give you an idea of what salary to expect: www.payscale.com/research/ZA/Job=Chemical_Engineer/Salary
Try get into an engineering university program with 40% maths then. Obviously there’s fundamentals that come with the use of software. I need a certain maths mark to get into engineering programs so yes, you do need maths. And yes, you use software in the workspace but you need to start somewhere.
Nawe uyasho.. back in the days. I’ve spoken about my experience. Please don’t be negative and rude in the comments. Rather share your knowledge and opinion in a respectful way.
Thanks for watching! Please feel free to add any knowledge you may have on chemical engineering to the comments so we can help anyone watching this video in the hopes of getting into this field.
I would like to think it’s 50/50. Basically, you learn as much as you apply what you’ve learnt in university. This is purely based on my experience but I think you use a lot of what you learnt in university but you also learn a lot more.
Which companies can you recommend for such bursaries?
Thanks for the video. I'm also doing my 2nd year in Chemical engineering. The course is really challenging but you just motivated me.💞✊️
I’m happy to hear that. Keep going 😊
mam thank you so much
I am right now in a really confusing stage I am from India and got chemE in a good reputed college , my dream was always to work in space sector, mam how can I work in space sector with a chemE degree.. please help me
I would love to connect with you to talk more interms of daily tasks as type of knowledge that I have gained inthe career could be very useful somewhere and perhaps we can share idea taken in to consideration the projects you deal with and typical root cause analysis you have to do going forward. Thank you for sharing your experiences
That would be great. You can always email me (sundanishilaluke@gmail.com) or send me a message on instagram (sunday_sundii) to discuss this even more. Thank you!
What were your matric results?
Hey Sundani
I enjoy chemistry but I'm not sure if I will enjoy chemical engineering....
Do you think I will since I enjoy chemistry ?
Hey. There's not a lot of chemistry in chemical engineering so I wouldn't recommend choosing chemical engineering based on the fact that you enjoy chemistry. Maybe you should consider just doing chemistry as your major. You could still enjoy chemical engineering though. I recommend you doing a little more research on the difference so you are as sure as you can be before making a decision.
@@SundaniShilaluke thank you so much❤is it hard though?
Look into the BSc Chemistry with Chemical Engineering degree at Wits University and get both degrees in 5 years.
@@Gift_Uwazie chemical engineering is more physics than chemistry
Thank you for this video. We really appreciate it. How is the work place like? And would you say what you are getting paid now is worth the difficulty of the course, given that the course is very much challenging and demanding.
I would say it is worth it considering that I’m entering the workplace straight out of university. University was demanding and very useful now that I’m in the workplace but it was mostly theoretical and there’s so much more to learn in the workplace (on a more practical level). I’m learning something new every single day so I think what I get paid is worth it for a graduate straight out of university with no proper work experience.
I'm a chemical engineer working as a process engineer for a multinational company. I really love my job but if money is your main priority then don't do chemical engineering
why??
Why??
Good day, how did you manage to tickle chemical engjneering fundamental ?
Hey. In my experience first year helps with that. At UCT, they structured the programme so that the basics are covered (mass balances, unit conversion etc) in first year and focus goes more to the maths, chemistry, physics courses. Also, being very resourceful helps a lot for Chemical engineering. Use textbooks, tutors and your classmates to get all the information you think you might be lacking.
@@SundaniShilaluke Which textbook do you recommend? So that I can download it
Am looking forward to do chemical engineering
I'm a chem eng student looking for in-service training.. any companies that you would recommend or tips on the CV🙏 please
I don’t have much experience with this as I had a bursary throughout university so that company offered us Vac work and work after graduating. But I’m willing to do some research, talk to fellow engineers and perhaps give you some more information on this.
@@SundaniShilaluke thank you somuch
How do i get the bursary
Cool. Anyhoo I’m currently in china(non South African), studying my masters in engineering management and I’ve a bachelors in chemical engineering. I’ve a plan to move to South Africa after here, I’m worried about jobs , any advice? 😔
Sounds great! I’m afraid I’m not the best to ask about job searches as I was a bursar for the company I work for. However, my advice to you is to start applying as soon as possible, look out on LinkedIn for job opportunities and keep an open-mind (apply to consulting companies, manufacturing companies and even banks if need be; this can be a start then you can branch out and grow into the specific field you’d like to be in)
All the best!😊
Hi....I'm currently doing grade 11 and I'm interested in Chemical engineering and yes I'm good in Physics and Chemistry but the problem is I lack creativity and I sometimes have social anxiety depending on how comfortable I feel..........my question is will I be able to do Chemical engineering without creativity?
Hi. Yes I believe you’ll be more than fine.
Hey I'm New on this channel,uhm which YT channels do you use to prepare?😭
Hey! Prepare for what specifically? If you mean chemical engineering topics, I literally just search “how to size/design a heat exchanger?”(for example) and there’s usually a few videos that come up. It’s not always the case but for the most part if you’re struggling with a certain topic in Uni or even in the work place, you can find a few videos on it on YT. I don’t have a specific channel in mind.
Answered me correctly thank you.♥️
Which textbooks would you recommend for chemical engineering? especially for first and second year
hey can you guide me about how to choose a university for chemical engineering.
Hey. My opinion might be bias but UCT has a great engineering faculties. But according to stats, UCT does have the best chemical engineering department in South Africa. Followed by Stellies then UP. But I suggest you apply to all of them and keep your options open.
Where do u currently work
Sorry, I would prefer to keep that information private.
U make it seem so boring honestly😩,I'm also doing chemical engineering
Lol well then I hope you don't find it as boring as I made it sound. And all the best with your studies❤
How do i get ur bursary that u got
I had a Sasol bursary so I just applied on their website: www.sasolbursaries.com/welcome/how-to-apply/#:~:text=Sasol%20Mainstream%20Programme%20(Applications%20for,back%20%2F%20pay%2Dback%20obligation.
What is the salary?
Salaries should be confidential so instead of sharing my salary, here’s a link that will you give you an idea of what salary to expect: www.payscale.com/research/ZA/Job=Chemical_Engineer/Salary
Are you happy with the money you making in your field? I'm trying to find a field that will earn me more money
Yes I am happy. Ithink investment banking is also a good way to earn money (if you are also interested in finance).
coconut
Lol
It's process engineering cause u deal with processes regardless if they are chemical 🙄
We use software in industry u don't hv to be good with maths that's a lie 🤣
Try get into an engineering university program with 40% maths then. Obviously there’s fundamentals that come with the use of software. I need a certain maths mark to get into engineering programs so yes, you do need maths. And yes, you use software in the workspace but you need to start somewhere.
Chemical engineering is boring and overrated not that challenging in the work space . I hate it but the money is not bad 🙄
Lies u need 60% to get into UCT atleast that's what they wanted on HG back in the days the standard of education has dropped
Nawe uyasho.. back in the days. I’ve spoken about my experience. Please don’t be negative and rude in the comments. Rather share your knowledge and opinion in a respectful way.