Diploma in Chemical Process Technology

Program Description

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non‐technical environments while using pertinent technical literature.
  4. Interpret the results of standard tests, measurements, and experiments.
  5. Demonstrate commitment to professional, ethical, and social responsibilities and adherence to health and safety practices.
  6. 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 Diploma in Chemical Technology qualification must successfully complete all mandatory core courses worth 62 credits.

Chemical Technology Core Courses
Required Credits : 62
GED 100Develop English language skills3
CMT 140Apply Chemistry for Process Industries3
CMT 141Operate Analytical Instruments4
CMT 142Explore Thermodynamics and Materials3
CMT 143Operate Process Utility Systems 3
CMT 144Operate Heat Exchanger3
CMT 145Operate Process Reactors3
CMT 146Operate Pumps and Compressor 3
CMT 147Operate Unit Operations 3
CMT 148Operate Process Instrumentation Control Systems4
CMT 240Apply Process Safety Fundamentals 3
CMT 241Explore Sustainable Energy Resources3
CMT 270Perform Safe Process Operations and Permit Systems in the Workplace3
CMT 271Operate Equipment and Monitor Process Systems in the Workplace3
CMT 272Perform Sampling, Quality Checks & Technical Reporting in the Workplace3
CMT 273Apply Process Monitoring & Reporting in the Workplace 3
CMT 274Operate Digital Process Control Systems in the Workplace 3
CMT 275Apply Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement Techniques in the Workplace3
CMT 276Perform Integrated Plant Operations in the Workplace3
CMT 277Apply Sustainable and Environmental Practices in Plant Operations in the Workplace3
Description Data
Total Required Credits 62
Maximum Duration of Study 3 years
Minimum Duration of Study 2 years
Program Code DPCHT
Major Code CHT

Recommended Sequence of Study

 Diploma in Chemical Technology

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Credit Hours
GED 100 Develop English language skills 3
CMT 140 Apply Chemistry for Process Industries 3
CMT 141 Operate Analytical Instruments 4
CMT 142 Explore Thermodynamics and Materials 3
CMT 143 Operate Process Utility Systems 3
 Credit Hours16
Semester 2
CMT 144 Operate Heat Exchanger 3
CMT 145 Operate Process Reactors 3
CMT 146 Operate Pumps and Compressor 3
CMT 147 Operate Unit Operations 3
CMT 148 Operate Process Instrumentation Control Systems 4
 Credit Hours16
Year 2
Semester 3
CMT 240 Apply Process Safety Fundamentals 3
CMT 270 Perform Safe Process Operations and Permit Systems in the Workplace 3
CMT 271 Operate Equipment and Monitor Process Systems in the Workplace 3
CMT 272 Perform Sampling, Quality Checks & Technical Reporting in the Workplace 3
CMT 273 Apply Process Monitoring & Reporting in the Workplace 3
 Credit Hours15
Semester 4
CMT 241 Explore Sustainable Energy Resources 3
CMT 274 Operate Digital Process Control Systems in the Workplace 3
CMT 275 Apply Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement Techniques in the Workplace 3
CMT 276 Perform Integrated Plant Operations in the Workplace 3
CMT 277 Apply Sustainable and Environmental Practices in Plant Operations in the Workplace 3
 Credit Hours15
 Total Credit Hours62