Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Process Technology
Program Description
The Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Process Technology program prepares learners for careers in the chemical, petrochemical and process engineering sectors. The program provides learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies required for a successful career in chemical engineering and related sectors. It stresses the use of technology, information resources and engineering tools. The program equips learners with industrially recognized skills and competencies.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduates will be able to:
- Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve process plant related problems appropriate to the Chemical Engineering Technology.
- Demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain industrial processes and equipment while assisting with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the Chemical Engineering Technology.
- Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non‐technical environments while using pertinent technical literature.
- Interpret the results of standard tests, measurements, and experiments.
- Demonstrate commitment to professional, ethical, and social responsibilities and adherence to health and safety practices.
- Develop self-management skills in order to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
Occupation and Industry Sector
Completion Requirements
Students seeking the Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Technology qualification must successfully complete all mandatory core courses worth 90 credits.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 100 | Apply geometry and trigonometry and solve algebraic equations | 4 |
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| MCT 110 | Interpret and Prepare Technical Drawings | 3 |
| MCT 100 | Perform basic machining | 4 |
| CMT 104 | Develop Chemical Laboratory Skills | 2 |
| HSE 100 | Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace | 2 |
| CMT 100 | Discover fundamental chemistry | 4 |
| CMT 101 | Demonstrate knowledge of process safety fundamentals | 4 |
| MCT 124 | Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics | 4 |
| MCT 211 | Explore knowledge and skills of pumps and compressors | 2 |
| MCT 102 | Discover Fluid Mechanics | 2 |
| CMT 103 | Recognise pipes and valves | 2 |
| CMT 105 | Operate Analytical Instruments for Sample Analysis | 4 |
| CMT 106 | Explore Physical and Materials Chemistry | 4 |
| CMT 200 | Show the Operation of Heat Exchangers | 3 |
| MCT 111 | Select instruments and sensors for measurement | 3 |
| MCT 200 | Interpret and document technical information | 2 |
| MCT 214 | Explore 3D printing technologies in engineering | 2 |
| CMT 202 | Operate Physical Separation Equipment in a Production Process | 4 |
| CMT 203 | Explore chemical reactors | 4 |
| CMT 204 | Explore Petroleum Production | 4 |
| CMT 205 | Manage Process Utilities | 3 |
| CMT 206 | Use process control systems | 4 |
| CMT 208 | Manage Unit Operations in the Process Industry | 4 |
| CMT 207 | Discover Fuels and Combustion Systems | 4 |
| CMT 210 | Explore Renewable Energy | 2 |
| CMT 209 | Reflect on Workplace Experiences and Outcomes | 3 |
| CMT 230 | Perform practical training and support in chemical, refinery and process industries | 4 |
| Description | Data |
|---|---|
| Total Required Credits | 90 |
| Program Code | DPCHT |
| Major Code | CHT |
Recommended Sequence of Study
Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Technology
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| MAT 100 | Apply geometry and trigonometry and solve algebraic equations | 4 |
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| MCT 110 | Interpret and Prepare Technical Drawings | 3 |
| MCT 100 | Perform basic machining | 4 |
| CMT 104 | Develop Chemical Laboratory Skills | 2 |
| HSE 100 | Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace | 2 |
| CMT 100 | Discover fundamental chemistry | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 22 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CMT 101 | Demonstrate knowledge of process safety fundamentals | 4 |
| MCT 124 | Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics | 4 |
| MCT 211 | Explore knowledge and skills of pumps and compressors | 2 |
| MCT 102 | Discover Fluid Mechanics | 2 |
| CMT 103 | Recognise pipes and valves | 2 |
| CMT 105 | Operate Analytical Instruments for Sample Analysis | 4 |
| CMT 106 | Explore Physical and Materials Chemistry | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 22 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| CMT 200 | Show the Operation of Heat Exchangers | 3 |
| MCT 111 | Select instruments and sensors for measurement | 3 |
| MCT 200 | Interpret and document technical information | 2 |
| MCT 214 | Explore 3D printing technologies in engineering | 2 |
| CMT 202 | Operate Physical Separation Equipment in a Production Process | 4 |
| CMT 203 | Explore chemical reactors | 4 |
| CMT 204 | Explore Petroleum Production | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 22 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CMT 205 | Manage Process Utilities | 3 |
| CMT 206 | Use process control systems | 4 |
| CMT 208 | Manage Unit Operations in the Process Industry | 4 |
| CMT 207 | Discover Fuels and Combustion Systems | 4 |
| CMT 210 | Explore Renewable Energy | 2 |
| CMT 209 | Reflect on Workplace Experiences and Outcomes | 3 |
| CMT 230 | Perform practical training and support in chemical, refinery and process industries | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 24 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 90 | |