CHE - Chemical Engineering (CHE)
CHE 1103 Applied Physical Chemistry (2-2-3)
This course focuses on foundational principles of physical chemistry, covering gases, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and solutions. Students will apply these principles through problem-solving and laboratory experiments. The course emphasizes competency-based learning, ensuring students develop measurable skills and knowledge that can be directly applied to practical and theoretical scenarios.
CHE 1133 Chemical Engineering Sustainability Project (1-4-3)
It covers the process design thinking methodology used to identify and address engineering problems. This includes solid modeling, rapid prototyping, understanding end users and their unarticulated needs, and creating alternative solutions. The focus is on creativity, identifying potential solutions, and innovation of new products and work processes. Students will apply design methodologies and innovation tools to an engineering technology problem, build, and test it to gain the spirit and initiative of the course.
CHE 2103 Organic and Analytical Chemistry (2-2-3)
This course introduces the fundamental principles of organic and analytical chemistry, focusing on equilibrium, titrations, spectroscopy, and chromatography. It emphasizes the classification, structure, and reactivity of organic compounds and functional groups. Students perform qualitative and quantitative laboratory experiments using modern analytical instruments to strengthen analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to industry practice.
Prerequisites: CHE 1103
Corequisites: CHE 2213
CHE 2213 Chemical Engineering Principles (3-1-3)
Develops an understanding of fundamental chemical engineering principles and their applications. Material and energy balances calculation for non-reactive and chemically reactive systems used in industrial processes are performed.
Prerequisites: MTH 1263
CHE 2403 Chemical Heat Transfer (2-2-3)
Covers heat transfer, one of the core subjects in chemical engineering. The principles of heat transfer in solids (heat conduction), forced and natural convection, and radiation are thoroughly covered. Emphasis is placed on problems solving techniques related to heat flow and heat exchangers design. A description of evaporators, furnaces, and boilers, is also included. A series of experiments are designed to reinforce the principles and develop skills for operating heat transfer equipment.
CHE 2453 Fluid Mechanics (2-2-3)
Applies fluid mechanics principles of energy balance, determination of flow regimes, compressible flow, and fluid measurement mechanisms to solve real life problems. Demonstrates metering and pumping of fluids and relevant application to the chemical and petrochemical industries.
Prerequisites: PHY 1103
CHE 2903 Sophomore Design Project (2-2-3)
Requires the formation of a team to propose, plan and design an open-ended process design project. The student team is totally responsible for the completion of the project milestones and course objectives while working under the mentorship of a faculty or industry engineer. The team is evaluated on its ability to coordinate efforts to propose the process design criteria, components, resources, implementation schedule, and estimated cost. Also covers health, safety and environmental aspects related to process plants.
Prerequisites: CHE 2123
Corequisites: CHE 2422
CHE 3313 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (2-2-3)
This course introduces the thermodynamic properties of pure substances and the equations of state for ideal and real gases to support the solution of thermodynamic problems. It covers the fundamental laws of thermodynamics and basic chemical thermodynamic principles. Students will analyze thermodynamic cycles using T–S diagrams and evaluate the performance of steam power plants. Laboratory activities are included to strengthen theoretical understanding through practical experiments.
CHE 3323 Mass Transfer (2-2-3)
Covers the mass transfer operations with the fundamental theories related to industrial applications. Emphasis is made on mass transfer basic operations & laws, equilibrium stage operations, diffusion, gas absorption in packed towers and distillation. Laboratory exercises are performed to illustrate the theory and concepts.
Prerequisites: CHE 3313
CHE 3413 Unit Operation 1 (2-2-3)
Covers unit operations used in chemical process industries, such as evaporation, drying, multicomponent distillation, liquid-liquid and solid-liquid extraction and crystallization. Relevant calculations and laboratory experiments are performed to reinforce theoretical concepts.
Prerequisites: CHE 3403, CHE 2422
Corequisites: CHE 3323
CHE 3513 Equipment and Plant Design (2-1-3)
Provides knowledge of equipment design for chemical processes. Covers the overall procedure of designing a chemical process for various unit operations. It introduces the students to the detailed procedures of equipment design found in most gas and petroleum plants. Special emphasis is also made on mechanical design of the selected equipment.
Prerequisites: CHE 3413
CHE 3523 Chemical Engineering Modelling and Simulation (2-2-3)
Covers simulation of real chemical processes via harnessing the powerful features of chemical engineering packages being applied to modelling, simulation, optimisation, sensitivity analysis, and design.
Prerequisites: CHE 3323
CHE 3613 Chemical Reaction Engineering (2-2-3)
Describes the kinetics of chemical reactions and the design and operation of elementary chemical reactors. Details the principles of the kinetics of homogeneous gas and liquid phase reactions and describes the complex kinetic concepts related to chain reactions, and heterogeneous catalysis. Includes laboratory experiments to reinforce the principles of reaction kinetics.
Corequisites: CHE 3403
CHE 3623 Chemical Process Control (2-2-3)
Covers the theory and practical aspects of chemical process control including the development of outline control schemes and troubleshooting based on control related problems. Conventional control methods as well as computer process control are discussed, and laboratory sessions will emphasize the basic principles. Examines the role and importance of process control systems and the dynamic behavior of the process. Learns and applies the concept of P, PI and PID controllers.
Prerequisites: ELE 2153
CHE 4103 Bioprocess Engineering And Separation (2-2-3)
This course describes the engineering and sciences of industrial bio-based processes and covers overview of bioprocess engineering and biological basics including enzyme kinetics and enzyme reactors, enzyme isolation and purification. Explain bioreactors and fermentation processes and their applications. It also includes strategies for recovery, purification, and finishing of the products.
CHE 4113 Biotechnology and Food Processing (2-2-3)
This course explores the intersection of biological sciences, technology, and food production, focusing on how biotechnological advancements are transforming the food industry. The course covers the principles of biotechnology, fermentation technology, food safety, quality control, and sustainable food processing practices. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for careers in food production, food safety, and food innovation.
Prerequisites: CHE 2213
CHE 4123 Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Technology (2-2-3)
This course provides an overview of biomedical engineering and pharmaceutical technology principles and applications within chemical engineering. It covers basic biomedical engineering, biomaterials, medical devices & instrumentations, pharmaceutical fundamentals, active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), drug formulation, pharmaceutical manufacturing process, and tablet capsule production. The course includes laboratory sessions to reinforce theoretical concepts through practical applications.
CHE 4133 Production Planning and Management (2-2-3)
This course provides an in-depth understanding of production planning, control, and management in the context of chemical engineering processes. Students will learn various methods and strategies for optimizing the production of chemical products, managing resources, and ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing operations. Topics cover process modeling, supply chain management, inventory control, scheduling, and risk management in chemical production.
CHE 4143 Advanced Separation Techniques (2-2-3)
Advanced Separation Techniques course focuses on advanced methods and technologies used to separate mixtures into their constituent components based on differences in physical or chemical properties. This course builds on foundational knowledge of separation processes such as filtration, settling and sedimentation. The concept of size reduction, flows through packed and fluidized beds. Laboratory experiments are performed to reinforce theoretical concepts.
Prerequisites: CHE 2213
CHE 4153 Nanotechnology and its Applications (2-2-3)
Describes nanotechnology aspects, definitions, and classifications. Synthesizes different nanomaterials such as Quantum Dots (QD), Magnetic Nanoparticles (MNP), Graphene, and Carbon Nanotubes. Characterizes nanomaterials using different analytical instruments like microscopy and spectroscopy, chromatography, and UV-vis. Covers the preparation and purification of bioconjugation of nanomaterials and their application in biotechnology. The theory is supported by several laboratory experiments.
CHE 4253 Fuels and Combustion (2-2-3)
Provides in-depth knowledge of selection and efficient utilization of fossil fuels and renewable energy resources.It covers the aspects of the selection of fossil fuels, waste fuels, the design principles and considerations involved in reducing pollutant emissions. It also introduces locally available industrial fuels, provides classification and storage of solids, liquids and gaseous fuels. A brief introduction of the fundamentals of combustion processes, products and combustion equipment efficiencies is also included. Laboratory experiments are performed to reinforce theoretical concepts.
Prerequisites: CHE 2103
CHE 4403 Gas Processing (2-2-3)
Covers the fundamentals of the gas processing operations in the petroleum industry. Discusses methods of hydrocarbon exploration and the conditions required for the formation and accumulation of hydrocarbon reserves. An overview of gas processing from exploration up to final production and transportation as well as gas properties calculations is also included. Focuses on the principles of NGL extraction, LPG fractionation and LNG production. Includes some design aspects of major process units.
Prerequisites: CHE 2413, CHE 3413
CHE 4413 Chemical Process HAZOP and Risk Analysis (3-1-3)
Learns specific approaches and techniques to analyse, assess and manage hazards and risks in chemical process industries. Includes HAZOP and semi-quantitative studies for hazard identification and risk analysis. Gains knowledge on chemical process safety involving accident sequences, methods to eliminate sequence steps and examine statistics to characterise accidents. Reinforces the knowledge through case studies.
Prerequisites: MTH 1113, CHE 3323
CHE 4423 Optimisation and Application in Refinery (2-2-3)
Introduces optimisation principles and linear programming techniques, which serve as a general guide for problem solving in design and operation. Focuses on model development and applications to solve a wide range of process engineering problems using spreadsheet software (Excel or Mathcad). It also introduces the use of commercial software, which is extensively used in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries.
Prerequisites: CHE 3413
CHE 4433 Petroleum and Petrochemical Processing (2-2-3)
Covers the essential processing operations in a refinery where crude oil is converted into lighter fuels. Discusses the properties of fuels such as motor gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and heating oils. The production, chemistry and marketing aspects of some important petrochemicals are also covered. The theory is supported by several laboratory experiments.
Prerequisites: CHE 3613
CHE 4443 Industrial Water and Effluent Treatment (2-2-3)
Covers knowledge on the water quality requirements for industrial use and wastewater quality discharge regulatory norms. Introduces the specific unit operation and unit processes used in industrial water and wastewater treatment including scientific engineering principles on which they are based. Basic concepts of reduce, reuse, recycle of water and wastewater are included. Improves analytical skills through laboratory analysis of water and wastewater samples. Reinforces the knowledge through case studies.
Prerequisites: CHE 3413
CHE 4453 Biofuels and Biorefineries (2-2-3)
This course explores the emerging technologies in the production, processing, and utilization of future fuels. It focuses on sustainable alternatives to conventional fossil fuels, covering biofuels, hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and novel energy carriers. Emphasis will be placed on the chemical processes involved in fuel production, the materials and energy balances, process design considerations, and environmental impacts. Students will have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the development of alternative fuels, and the engineering principles necessary to scale-up.
CHE 4913 Chemical Capstone Design Project I (1-3-3)
Requires the formation of a team to propose, plan and design a process engineering project. The student team is totally responsible for the completion of the project milestones and course objectives while working under the mentorship of a faculty or industry engineer. The team is evaluated on its ability to coordinate efforts to propose the project design criteria, components, resources, implementation schedule, and estimated cost.
Corequisites: EGN 4816
CHE 4923 Chemical Capstone Design Project II (1-3-3)
Consists of the implementation, evaluation, and analysis of the process engineering design project carried forward from the previous semester. Though guided by faculty, the student team is primarily responsible for the completion of the project milestones and course objectives. The course requires the integration and application of technological, organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills by the student team. Accurate analysis, implementation, documentation, and presentation skills form the basis for assessment.
Prerequisites: CHE 4913
Corequisites: EGN 4826