The statement of purpose ...
Putting my thoughts on paper, I realize that this is the first of many meaningful steps I will need to take before fulfilling my dream of becoming a successful engineer. Throughout my schooling, I have always had a fascination for math and the sciences; however, not until my senior year of high school did I act on the urge to distinguish myself from my classmates in these subjects. I toiled away for hours solving an endless mountain of problems in AP calculus and physics. At the end of the countless hours spent, I surprisingly discovered that I actually enjoyed applying math and science. At the point of this realization, I knew that a career in engineering was meant for me.
My competitive nature always has led toward the betterment of myself, and ultimately has led me to seek admission to the University of Texas as a Chemical Engineering major. When I began my studies I was uncertain as to exactly which realm of engineering to study. My heavy interest in physics helped to narrow my options to a more "physical" engineering; however, plenty of options still remained. It was upon a whim that I decided to select a variant of my original plan of engineering: chemical engineering. Uncertainty did indeed arise about my decision, since I still had time and other options, and wanted to ensure the best fit for all of my efforts, so I researched further.
Not long after I altered my plan, at a career fair, I solidified my decision with the specific branch of engineering to study. Speaking with experienced chemical engineers from Valero Corporation, Flint Hills Resources, and Citgo Petroleum Corporation, I learned what the career path specifically entailed. I needed a background in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, calculus, and chemistry; however, what was described to me at the time was only one aspect of the broad field of chemical engineering: process control. It wasn't until a month later during a lecture from Professor Chisholm, did I truly know specifically the aspect of chemical engineering I would enjoy. The creating, optimizing, integrating knowledge, and the responsibility of process engineering fit perfectly into my career aspirations.
The Chemical Engineering program of the University of Texas will challenge and shape me into an engineer both able and ready to improve the industry. I do expect tasks to arise that will require creativity in problem solving. Be it a bombardment of tests, an issue I have yet to fully comprehend and subsequently master, or numerous projects due--I meet problems with solutions, instead of excuses; which is the composition of a good engineer. The quality of education I expect to receive will aid me to become a chemical engineer known for my workmanship, my ethics, as well as my reliability in the industry. The broad field of chemical engineering has many possibilities of application; however, with the University of Texas's ability to specialize in an area, I can fulfill my desire to make my mark in the technical field of Process Engineering. As a process engineer, I can further improve the industry and be a valuable assesset to the lucky company I work towards.
I am already an active member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineering and the Society of Petroleum engineers and I am positive that I will bring good to the student chapters of the University of Texas. I will I am confident that I am ready, and I am prepared for the challenges to come. I will eagerly accept appointment to the program, and I will prove my worth without a doubt if given the opportunity. I am ready, willing, and able to realize the vision of who I am meant to be.
Putting my thoughts on paper, I realize that this is the first of many meaningful steps I will need to take before fulfilling my dream of becoming a successful engineer. Throughout my schooling, I have always had a fascination for math and the sciences; however, not until my senior year of high school did I act on the urge to distinguish myself from my classmates in these subjects. I toiled away for hours solving an endless mountain of problems in AP calculus and physics. At the end of the countless hours spent, I surprisingly discovered that I actually enjoyed applying math and science. At the point of this realization, I knew that a career in engineering was meant for me.
My competitive nature always has led toward the betterment of myself, and ultimately has led me to seek admission to the University of Texas as a Chemical Engineering major. When I began my studies I was uncertain as to exactly which realm of engineering to study. My heavy interest in physics helped to narrow my options to a more "physical" engineering; however, plenty of options still remained. It was upon a whim that I decided to select a variant of my original plan of engineering: chemical engineering. Uncertainty did indeed arise about my decision, since I still had time and other options, and wanted to ensure the best fit for all of my efforts, so I researched further.
Not long after I altered my plan, at a career fair, I solidified my decision with the specific branch of engineering to study. Speaking with experienced chemical engineers from Valero Corporation, Flint Hills Resources, and Citgo Petroleum Corporation, I learned what the career path specifically entailed. I needed a background in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, calculus, and chemistry; however, what was described to me at the time was only one aspect of the broad field of chemical engineering: process control. It wasn't until a month later during a lecture from Professor Chisholm, did I truly know specifically the aspect of chemical engineering I would enjoy. The creating, optimizing, integrating knowledge, and the responsibility of process engineering fit perfectly into my career aspirations.
The Chemical Engineering program of the University of Texas will challenge and shape me into an engineer both able and ready to improve the industry. I do expect tasks to arise that will require creativity in problem solving. Be it a bombardment of tests, an issue I have yet to fully comprehend and subsequently master, or numerous projects due--I meet problems with solutions, instead of excuses; which is the composition of a good engineer. The quality of education I expect to receive will aid me to become a chemical engineer known for my workmanship, my ethics, as well as my reliability in the industry. The broad field of chemical engineering has many possibilities of application; however, with the University of Texas's ability to specialize in an area, I can fulfill my desire to make my mark in the technical field of Process Engineering. As a process engineer, I can further improve the industry and be a valuable assesset to the lucky company I work towards.
I am already an active member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineering and the Society of Petroleum engineers and I am positive that I will bring good to the student chapters of the University of Texas. I will I am confident that I am ready, and I am prepared for the challenges to come. I will eagerly accept appointment to the program, and I will prove my worth without a doubt if given the opportunity. I am ready, willing, and able to realize the vision of who I am meant to be.
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