Chemical engineers are known as the universal engineers of all time and are well-versed in converting raw materials to more practical forms by applying both physical sciences and life sciences. Fusing chemistry, biology, microbiology and biochemistry with mathematics, this branch of engineering is versatile and allows room for specialisation in many areas, such as nanotechnology, refining, bio-diesel production and petrochemical production, to name a few.
The Chemical Engineering degree programme offered at UCSI University is designed to equip students with fundamental engineering and scientific knowledge in the field of chemical engineering.
The programme focuses on core technical operations in the chemical sector such as material handling, fluid flows, material and energy balances, mass and heat transfers, thermodynamics, chemical reaction designs, separation processes, environmental engineering and petroleum refining processes, to name a few. Apart from being solidly grounded in technical applications, the students are also furnished with management skills during the course of their study, in line with current demands of the industry.
In this programme, students are also required to undergo industrial training under UCSI University’s Co-operative Placement (Co-op) Programme at the end of their 2nd and 3rd academic years. The objective of the Co-op programme is to provide an avenue for students to gain exposure to professional practices in an actual working environment in addition to developing the necessary soft skills pertinent to their individual development. Student learning is also enhanced by industry visits, talks by prominent guest speakers from professional bodies, laboratory works as well as plant design projects, among other hands-on activities.
Accreditation All of UCSI University’s engineering degree programmes comply with the latest requirements for accreditation by the Malaysian Engineering Accreditation Council, which fulfils the international requirements drafted in the Washington Accord.
Assessments The structure of the Chemical Engineering curriculum is developed to provide both breadth and depth across the range of Chemical Engineering specialisations in order to produce competent graduates. The teaching and learning approaches vary according to the nature of the course or topic being delivered. The programme employs a range of teaching methods to ensure the successful achievement of the learning outcomes that include:
Academic Requirements: SAM – Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum scores of 60% in Mathematics and Chemistry
English Language Requirements
A distinction (A+, A or A-) in the English Language subject at SPM/UEC level; or IELTS 5.0/CEFR B1 or equivalent with TOEFL PBT (410-413) or TOEFL IBT (34) or CAE (160) (Cambridge English: Advance)/CEFR B2 or CPE (180) (Cambridge English: Proficiency)/CEFR C1 or PTE (Pearson Test of English) (36) or MUET (Malaysian University English Test) Band 3.
In the event that the English Language Requirements are not met for local students, student may be required to undertake additional English module(s) prior to or concurrently with the undergraduate programme, based on the University’s decision.
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with applicants who have results borderline to the Academic Requirements.
SPM Credit – 'A+' to 'C' O-Level – 'A' to 'C' UEC Credit – 'A1' to 'B6'
STPM principal – 'A' to 'C' 'A' Levels principal – 'A' to 'E'
Fee Breakdown
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Year 1 : RM 18,190 Year 2: RM 17,000 Year 3: RM 21,970
Total: RM 78,700
FACILITIES FEE (SEMESTER BASIS) :
ICT - RM 200
Library - RM 200
Student Activities - RM 200
Consumable Parts - RM 75
Final Year Project (1x during Year 4) - RM 300
** Minimum 12 semesters for Bachelor's Degree ** Minimum 7 semester for Diploma
Course Subjects
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Year 1
Foundation of Chemistry 1
Calculus and Analytical Geometry 2
Technical Communication
Elements of Material Sciences
Foundation of Chemistry 2
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 1
Physics for Scientists and Engineers 1
Year 2
Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
Engineering Graphics and Design
Electrical Principles
Fluid Mechanics
Industrial Chemistry
Numerical and Computing Methods
Mass Transfer
Introduction to Material and Energy Balances
Thermodynamics for Chemical Engineers
Co-operative Placement 2
Year 3
Chemical Process Simulation and Design
Engineers in Society
Process Dynamics and Controls
Heat Transfer
Separation Process Fundamentals
Environmental Engineering and Abatement Processes
Surface Chemistry and Catalysis
Reaction Engineering and Design
Process Instrumentation and Instrumental Analysis
Corrosion
Year 4
Engineering Management and Economics
Final Year Project A
Final Year Project B
Plant and Safety Engineering
Process Equipment Design
Plant Design Project
Petroleum Refining Engineering
Chemical Process Design and Optimization
Pilot Plant and Scale Up Methods (Elective)
Fuels and Combustion (Elective)
Polymer Technology (Elective)
Natural Gas and Reservoir Technology (Elective)
Petrochemical Industries (Elective)
Co-operative Placement 4
General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.
