The objectives of the graduate studies in the Chemical and Natural Gas Engineering programs are as follows.<br><br>To prepare students for successful careers and major contributions to the natural gas, petroleum, and chemical process industries by instilling in them fundamental concepts as well as practical knowledge of modern engineering to overcome current as well as future challenges of the industries.<br>To prepare students for doctoral study in petroleum/chemical or related disciplines.<br>To instill in students a sense of responsibility to their profession and to society in general.<br>The Wayne H. King Department of Chemical Engineering and Natural Gas Engineering offers programs in developing interdisciplinary specialties, as well as in the more traditional areas of Natural Gas and Chemical Engineering.<br><br>Master of Science Degree<br>For the Master of Science degree, both Plan I (thesis) and Plan II (non-thesis) are available.<br><br>Plan I requires 24 semester hours of course work (18 hours in the major area and 6 hours in a minor area) plus completion of a research thesis.<br><br>Plan II requires 36 semester hours of course work, including 21 to 30 hours in the major area and 6 to 15 hours in one or two minor areas. If two minor areas are chosen, at least 6 hours must be taken in each area. Completion of a short research project and report is also required.