My Chemical Engineering Story | Should You Take Up Chemical Engineering?

Chemical engineering???
Let me share my story as a Chemical Engineering graduate. Definitely one of the most defining experiences of my entire life. Watch this video, especially if you’re trying to decide which path you want to take in university.
As the thumbnail says, in this video I'll talk about what chemical engineering actually is, what chemical engineers do, the pros and cons of taking up chemical engineering for your bachelor's degree (plus how I was as a Chem Eng student in university), traditional and alternative career paths for chemical engineering graduates, when you should NOT take Chem Eng, and lastly, if the whole Chem Eng experience was worth it for me. Of course, God's role in this whole journey of mine is never out of the picture.
This is the video I wish somebody had shown me when I was 16 and clueless about what to expect in the next five years of my life, as a university student. Comment any questions you may have about this, as well as what you want me to talk about in the second part of this video. I'm hoping this video would help!
Love,
Kim
P. S. Congratulations to the newly licensed chemical engineers of May 2022!
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[@kimtrospect]

Hey guys! PART 2 UP: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3vWgKqcmdicp6M Go check it out after this video! 😊

[@shadowx3432]

Glad to know I'm not the only one who's interested in ChemEng because of the interest in Chemistry... Thanks for your knowledge 🖤

[@chrisp144]

I thought most people wanted to study chemical engineering because of chemistry 😂

[@62_neilcardoz65]

Such a wonderful explanation! I love this video. Keep making videos like this

[@starmokhele4945]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, it was really helpful!

[@cherrybooks-pc3zp]

Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge !!

[@MiracleOfomaja]

Can't wait for the next video. Thanks!😁

[@mycaasiquia1471]

I will wait for your next vlog about this topic! Thankyouu somuch❤️

[@mycaasiquia1471]

This is so helpful thank you so much! Im a senior high school graduate. I really want to be a chemical engineer, I’m about to take chemical engineering course next school year. but as it get closer and closer I’m starting to doubt myself if i will be able to overcome it and if i can take the difficulty of this course. You’re amazing. Thank you!

[@kimtrospect]

Aww this is so good to hear! God bless! ❤️🥰

[@Drie237]

You speak so eloquently, with maturity, and composure. I am a big fan Kim!

[@kimtrospect]

Oh wow, thank you for this! ❤️🥺

[@RHTQ1]

Wow, I wish this video existed when I chose to pursue chemE. So glad you're willing to share!

[@mdabdulnurtusar3495]

That's an honest opinion. Thanks for that.

[@anfaalalbarwani279]

I’m so glad you shared your experience on youtube, because mine is literally the same . Even the smallest details . They way I chose chem eng was just for no reason in particular just like you and I was good at maths and science and heard you make lots of money out of it so i thought why not. Again I didn’t have an insight as a teenager to make that kind of life changing decision. Also I suffered from mental health problems going onto my second year of uni . I ended kp repeating a year . Failed some modules throughout my journey which further enhanced the anxiety. I procrastinated a-lot didn’t enjoy it, felt stupid most times and I failed module at my last year didn’t get honors. By the last year I just wanted it to end I reached a point I didn’t care about the grades. I wanted to survive throughout because I literally felt like I couldn’t breath all time. That was my experience.

[@anfaalalbarwani279]

Now I wanna change pathway and take courses at different things so can you please share how is it working for supply chain?

[@kimtrospect]

All I can say now is that working in supply chain can get really challenging, but having all the training from studying chemical engineering - and of course the way of thinking that you must have developed - will turn out to be pretty useful. You might not get to apply your classroom lessons, but you will need the same (and even more) grit and critical thinking that you used to survive chemical engineering. Plus, new learnings every day. Lots of opportunities to hone your skillsets if you find the right job.

[@kimtrospect]

@@JerickPeoei I’m so sorry to hear this!!! 😭 Don’t lose hope! Praying over you!

[@alreeyanmazhar1251]

keep going on and never lose hope "Hope is a good thing and good things never die" We"ll pray for you

[@charlesmorello5641]

chemical engineering is a fantastic opportunity. Sure there are tons of math, but you are open to a lot of professions. Cheers

[@jamesherrera7291]

Keep up the good work.

[@youtube_music_lovers]

I can relate to everything you said in this video🙃🥲

[@loriemurillo2569]

I’m so amazed with your brillance😮 I pray God will bless u with a job you’ll really love..but congrats for now😊

[@kimtrospect]

Thank you po! I already have a job po 🥰

[@loriemurillo2569]

Congratulations! ❤️💐

[@ChemEngWeekly]

Very good video- I have to agree with the careers points! I am planning to make a video on this myself soon, mainly to help those considering doing ChemEng at university, so great job 👏

[@kimtrospect]

Thank you!! 😊❤️

[@chemicalengineerinformant2509]

Great video! I am also a chemical engineer

[@Menna23326]

I love your video❤ thanks

[@judeiduh]

Wow! I will love to study chemical engineering as well

[@MultiJoe84]

What you said here is similar to what I went through. I tried my best to like it but just couldn’t. It was too difficult, too dull and too technical ! Glad I left it behind a long time ago but I did get my degree ! Good luck

[@victormartinez6974]

What did you peruse after you changed majors?

[@corazon6973]

thanks, kim! i am thinking of shifting to chem eng bcoz I'd like the challenge so I'm stuck midway. i know it's hard but I like it 😅 but I will be studying under scholarship soooo I'm not really sure now, I know I will fail at least once and I'm ok with that but yea scholarship... my last resort is if I ever passed the shifting application, then God approves of my plan 😆 I love that you included Him in your advice as well! Thanks for this video!

[@kimtrospect]

Hope you get confirmation soon. God bless on your journey! 😊

[@ellaa7985]

you are so right that God allows us to take certain paths. the uni I previously went to was a top university, the number 1 in my country. but after 2 years, I was faced with a decision to leave because I wanted to change majors and the program was so restrictive it didn't allow me to change. making that decision was the hardest thing I had to do in my life, but when I thought about why it was such a hard decision for me, I realized it was because I attended the school to "prove myself" to others- to prove that I was smart. I was very insecure and the school only exacerbated that; I felt below all my peers and didn't make the grades that I wanted. on top of that, I felt that ppl would tell me to just stay at the uni and graduate in something I didn't want to major in, simply because of the name of the uni, the clout it brings, and possible career ventures. but now, I have learned a lot about why God sent me there and put me through that. I would not have been able to address the insecurities that have been engrained in me since early childhood. Leaving the school allowed me to work on a huge rock that was blocking my life, and I thank God for that. I am at a much smaller university now, pursuing materials science and engineering, but I am happy knowing that I can excel anywhere God puts me.

[@kimtrospect]

Wow this is amazing! Thank you for sharing. God bless you! You’ll do great things with that mindset. ❤️

[@kingofbithynia449]

I have a similar story but instead i never been in that top university i tried for 2 years. I was graduated from the best highschool in my province. But at the end i am alsa studying Materials Science and Engineering

[@laibanasir38]

She's being so honest- 😂🔥🔥

[@dinnerkinmusicEraEra]

Reading industrial chemistry, what will you tell me about this? How's the job market? And also what's the competition between chem engineer and industrial chemists?

[@gwnnestella9233]

I hope I knew this before. I just graduated last year but if I was taken back in time, I won't pick this either. I discovered my preference for coding just a little too late... Anyway, for anyone planning to take this, make sure you really like this career, otherwise you might feel regret. Taking ChE requires dedication, perseverance, huge effort, and sacrifice. So much sacrifice to the point you'll lose family time and alone time. It's to the point I never slept the whole day, awake since 6 AM till 9 AM and that is in ONLINE class. Judging by our seniors' remark, it's just how it is. It's that extreme given the amount of workload. If you can't survive stressful and anxiety inducing situations, I highly recommend you pick something else.

[@kimtrospect]

Yes, I agree. It needs a lot of careful consideration.

[@tanvirahmed9093]

Works well!! DANKEEE

[@kickmikezz6419]

I just watched your video and I am blessed ! Thank you sis ✨ I'm planning to take chemE this year since I see this course is interesting and makes me hype and excited (I'm doing research on this course)... this ChemE thing is so mentally stimulating. Again thank you sis! God bless you and your family abundantly! ❤️

[@kimtrospect]

Wow thank you for this! God bless you on your journey, too! 😁🤗

[@jacobnanafabu7119]

God bless 🙌

[@angelphalane399]

I love that you trust God! May He continue to work in your life!

[@kimtrospect]

Thank you! God bless ❤️

[@cheesy_hotdog]

you're from pshs :D as an incoming chem engg freshie, thank you for sharing your experiences!

[@kimtrospect]

Yes, how’d you know? 😅 You’re welcome! Have a great journey!

[@cheesy_hotdog]

@@kimtrospect i knew when you mentioned that you had to take up a STEM-related major for the scholarship + i just graduated from mc!

[@kimtrospect]

Hahahah I see. Congrats!!! 🎊

[@RWoI-ks7sx]

Yes. I am also facing the sa issue. Did you find out wNice tutorialch instrunt to use instead?

[@ImmaculateBondoc]

oooooohhhmyyyy hiii! i was watchin related vids abt chemE as thinking for my career choice, and i saw your thumbnail and tot you looked familiar. And yes it was u nga po whom I follow sa ig na nag ppreach abt the gospel. So much love, sister in christ ❤❤❤

[@kimtrospect]

Wowww this is so nice! Thank you sis! 😊

[@Alfaruq107]

Wow!!! Interesting

[@Alfaruq107]

You see I'm contemplating on whether to go for ChemE or Biomedical Engineering.

[@gabrielpinheiro773]

I am from Brazil and I'm thinking about changing my course to Chem Eng At this moment I am doing Material Engineering, but I actually don't know what God has planned for me and that really scaries me and if I change my course, I might stay one more year at College, what I do not think is a good idea I've never dreamt about a career, but I know how important is to think about it Your video really helped to remind me that God is always there and sometimes He does not mind the way that we are going, but actually sometimes the most important is to trust in Him So thanks, God Bless u (And sorry for any grammar mistake, I am still enhancing my English 😅)

[@Okonbaba_academia]

byeee ,amazing .

[@marisajoy9802]

Ano po itsura ng mga plates sa BS ChE? Basics lang po ba like engineering lettering?

[@AleminJohnson-do2es]

Can a chemical engineering graduate work in a oil field, simply where oil is extracted or oil offices?

[@shraddha-thefrustratedhuma2043]

My reason for choosing chemical engineering was the same and now I'm very clueless 😐😐 .......don't know how I'm gonna earn

[@_._CAaspirant_._]

Thank you so much for sharing your truthful experience! I have just completed 12th grade and I'm currently undergoing the phase of taking the big decision. This video has broadened my vision on chemical engineering, thanks again!

[@kimtrospect]

Congrats and you’re welcome! 😊

[@_virago_487]

Same here. I was interested in chemE but I'm not sure. I don't know what to do🥺

[@MNP208]

I am looking for a video explaining cosmetic safety. It's really hard to find. Many brands are marketed as "safe brands". I'm wondering if all cosmetics are safe or if some are better than others.

[@chudiokoye5569]

I think more than half of students studying chemical engineering picked the major because of those exact same reasons

[@kanorte1333]

Galing naman!

[@Angeloprice]

I love chemical engineering because of the same high school reasons,,but mom says she rather I do geomatics engineering,,,,plz advice

[@anapaulade6233]

Hi! I hope you are great. I love your videos in KZbin. I am willing to study chemical engineering. I wanted to ask you, do I mandatory have to work in an industrial plant? or can I also work only in a lab if I gratuated from chemical engineering? I don't really like the idea of being all day in an industrial plant. Greetings!

[@kimtrospect]

Hey, thank you! 😊 You have many options. You don’t have to work in an industrial plant all day. 🙂

[@anapaulade6233]

@@kimtrospect Thank you!

[@nandowash4628]

Guys!!!!!! I just noticed there’s no ring on her finger!! It’s been a year since the video was posted-please tell me I still have a shot at her!!!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nickmarvin1742]

3rd Year Chem Eng here! ❤️🧪

[@jonalynromilla2900]

❤❤❤

[@smrutiranibhuyan8144]

Nice 👍 your spoke 😘👍👍🙂

[@maximuskolbycantos6065]

Glory be to God!

[@tutor4519]

Chemical Engineer here Working online as a consultant

[@sunkished3894]

Hi! Just want to ask what subject did you fail (If it's okay to ask T-T)? I'm an incoming G12 student, and I'm really anxious and unsure about chem eng. Thank you so much for this video!

[@kimtrospect]

Hi! The subject I failed was an integration of all the subjects lol. This course was supposed to be prep for the licensure exam, that’s why it’s very hard 😂 But only a few universities here in the Philippines have this kind of subject. 😊

[@sunkished3894]

@@kimtrospect Oh, okay. Can I ask where did you study po? If it's okay. Thank you po!!!💗

[@kimtrospect]

DLSU in Manila! Will give tips in part 2!!

[@sunkished3894]

@@kimtrospect thank you so much!!!💗

[@amaniclchic5541]

thank you so much for this video , i was thinking to go in to chem engg cause its really cool but i dont nesseerily like ,maths ,and physics life sceinces is still ok but i think it will be very stressful for me to go into that career path:)

[@kimtrospect]

Glad to be of help!

[@pomskylifenova7344]

Nice

[@ayushsaxena7770]

As a Chemical engineer who has 2 years of experience in one of the biggest EPC firms I repent choosing this profession. Chemical engineering was fun at University, I was a good student too. But job prospects aren't good at all compared to IT. But if you are interested in research that combines pure science and engineering you should be considering this course.

[@nxbxxha_1764]

I didn't understand...Do you make good money?? Is the job cool??? Plz, telle.

[@ayushsaxena7770]

@@nxbxxha_1764 Not atleast in the initial stages of career. good money comes after 15 to 20 years of experience. Regarding coolness of job it depends in which field you are working in.

[@nxbxxha_1764]

@@ayushsaxena7770 Unfortunately, It comes after 20 years, but I'll be too old for that 😭😭😭. And I'm talking about chemical engineering working in industries/factories working on stuff and chemical products ect...How much approximately is the salary?

[@ayushsaxena7770]

@@nxbxxha_1764 unfortunately that's the case. If you choose CS/IT then growth and pay is very high. If work for EPC "Technip". They design oil refineries. My job is to develop P&ID (drawing of a plant), size pipelines and pumps. I love to do calculations and there is fair scope to learn new things if one is interested. But it can get lot of repetitive and monotonous but which job isn't ?. I have never worked in a plant. Mine is a desk job. I would have loved my work had it paid me at par with CS/IT guys. Salary depends on country to country. I'm from India . I started with 35000 INR PM which is decent start enough in my country. Rule of thumb is your salary= years of experience x 2.

[@nxbxxha_1764]

@@ayushsaxena7770 OHHHHHHHHH okayyyyy, thank you so much!

[@NeeHart-ut7nl]

I want advice from you because I want to pursue chemical E

[@riiisteaparty2597]

I’m going to University next month and I opted chem engineering, I’m a bit nervous tho.

[@kimtrospect]

Hi there! Anything you want to ask for part 2 of this video? ☺️

[@mdmasudrana2331]

Will it be better to study Chemical Engineering leaving CSE or EEE ??????

[@alexxavier4697]

I had completed my bachelor's in chemical engineering and i would like go for mba in operations and supply chain management. what are your thoughts? Plz reply

[@kimtrospect]

It depends on the industry you want to work in. I think it would help to explore the corporate world first. Nevertheless, I think an MBA is really good for networking. Just my two cents. 😊

[@pauzen5365]

Why I chose Chemical Engineering? I watched Parent Trap starring Bryan Keith and Maureen O'Hara when I was little. Bryan Keith was a Chemical Engineer in the movie. He was cool and successful and had a beautiful family. I wanted to be like him. No kidding.

[@user-nl6xg6qc4x]

Is it really versatile or crazy?!?!?!

[@bhingzrares9094]

I hink i need this course

[@kerinyuri1422]

Hi! I am ah grade 12 student and i am planning to take chem eng but i am just an average student ,is it possible for me to survive chem eng?

[@kimtrospect]

Of course. You can always strive to improve every day. 😊

[@chemicalengineer1985]

Educational knowledge videos share

[@saktisriyapatnaik3896]

Hy, thank you❤. I feel like opting for Chem engg. But am conflicted beacuse of my potential in physics and maths which is not worse but not too good. Should i still go for it. I really want to know. Hope you reply.

[@kimtrospect]

I think it depends on your drive and study habits. There are many other factors to consider, too. Think it through. If you are not sure, try to seek other options and weigh them.

[@addysiv]

Same like u.

[@azebertz]

nice

[@chemicalengineer1985]

Good

[@jessies16]

Jessica Smith

[@ramchop-_-7320]

I really like chemistry but I do not like any other classes. Should I go for chemistry or chem engineering (in other words, is there enough chemistry for chem eng to be worth it?)

[@kimtrospect]

Honestly, not really

[@anonimuselle]

bae, i just want to share, naka pass ako ng chem eng sa UPD but i dont really like the course, i p[rioritize the campusn over the course, is it possible to shift ba? kapag ganun ba irregula student ka na then hindi ka na makaka latin honors?

[@kimtrospect]

Hello, I’m not sure about the specific process when it comes to UP, but as far as I know from old classmates who studied in UP, you can shift and you can still be an “irregular” student and have Latin honors (as long as you don’t fail a subject). ☺️

[@ayuniamira3425]

Did i make a mistake by making ChE as my first choice 😢? Im scare now

[@kimtrospect]

Hi! Don’t worry! Watch Part 2 of this video. I give 30 tips for ChE here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3vWgKqcmdicp6M

[@jethrofuentes347]

Hi l, how old are you tho?

[@jdcreations9643]

Tomorrow is my interview and I'm listening but it's for scholarship 😂

[@wisdomanalysis]

What is the difference between petrochemical and chemical engineering.

[@kimtrospect]

Petrochemical engineering, I would suppose, focuses on a particular industry involving petrochemicals or oil and gas in general. This link may help: leverageedu.com/blog/petrochemical-engineering/

[@ejcrg_]

Is it required na magaling kang magdrawing?

[@kimtrospect]

Not at all!

[@mdmasudrana2331]

ME or ChE ??????

[@ThePolo2007]

I like your faith in Christ. God bless you. All things work together for our good.

[@kimtrospect]

God bless you, too! Indeed, Romans 8:28!

[@jackcarraway4707]

For a sec I thought it said My Chemical Engineering Romance.

[@renatorosales8907]

You need discipline to study chemical engineering, subjects such as Physical Chemistry, Chemical Thermodynamics, and unit operations. For those that lacks chemistry, mathematics, and physics my advise don't pursue this field. I was lucky my school in the Philippines offered a good curriculum to fulfill my dreams. I worked as an engineer for the last 35 years and had no regrets.

[@lanceflores1466]

Hello po, I took an abm strand in HS so I only had little knowledge in chemistry. Will chemical engineering teach me the basics first?

[@kimtrospect]

Yes, but you still have to make extra efforts in studying on your own. Be resourceful. 😀

[@user-nl6xg6qc4x]

Geeeeez talks about "BREAKDOWNSSSSSSS" aight?!?!?!

[@sven6345]

I studied Mechanical Engineering for 2 years before shifting to Chemical engineering just this semester, I have a classmate who was a consistent honor student during his high school days and graduated valedictorian, literally our first quiz he got a score of 6/40..... that's when I started asking myself "What did I just got my self into" hahahahahaahaha

[@davidfrost8337]

Hey hope you dont mind me asking, why did you end up switching? Also how are you feeling now in regards to your decision? Thanks, Im considering this field :)

[@sven6345]

So far I'm doing great, quite motivated 'cause I get to work/study in laboratories which is very exciting. Although I love Mechanical Engineering, it wasn't my first choice, I considered Aeronautical and Electrical Engineering. A lot of factors were involved on why I shifted to Chemical Engineering but I guess the main reasons would be my love for Chemistry, working not only in front of computers all day but using my hands doing all sorts of stuff, and because I found out that the more challenging the courses, the more I thrive.

[@gwnnestella9233]

Just here to tell you that Chemistry in ChE is just like a tasting session. There's more Math than Chemistry and lab sessions won't be as numerous later down the road... you should ready your Perry's if you're set for this course. However, if you really think you like it then that's a really good start. Best wishes!

[@a.b3203]

​@@sven6345sorry for writing this one year later but your comment peaked my interest. Did you graduate from Chemical engineering? I'm thinking of applying.

[@bazlyyussof6212]

Looks like im gonna die at uni

[@kimtrospect]

Felt that many times then too 🤣

[@jacobnanafabu7119]

Oil and gas pays well tho😁

[@kimtrospect]

It really depends on the company and the position 😅

[@jacobnanafabu7119]

@@kimtrospect yeh, I guess. All I know is that marathon pays well before they take off for taxes

[@user-st7us4xk8m]

Hello🫣

[@evielovesu8042]

A LOT OF MONEY! LOL. No. You will make good money...when you are working; which is only about half the time. So get good at saving.

[@alihaydar7683]

My chemical engineer diploma is sleeping😂😂

[@pedroalbrecht6277]

In which area are you currently working on? Im a first year chemE student and Im thinking about switching to IT, because, I don't see myself having to work on the plants in the future, I would like to have a more flexible work space

[@JamesVestal-dz5qm]

Procrastinators got better grades.

[@JamesVestal-dz5qm]

Diamonds are made under pressure!

[@evelyne_rosa]

oh my word. I feel like God led me to your channel! I'm starting Chem Eng classes in a few days and I've been looking for someone who would guide me in this field. and I'm Christian too, so this is such a bonus. thank you for this video, because it gives me insight into the aspects of Chem Eng. Chem Eng seems a little difficult but God's grace surpasses difficulty and strife. so thank you so much, Kim. God bless you and may He open you up to so many more opportunities! 🤍

[@kimtrospect]

Praise Jesus! Thank you for sharing, Evelyne! May the Lord bless you and go with you in your new journey! 🥰