Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Process Technology

Program Description

The Level 5 Diploma in Chemical 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 Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Technology qualification must successfully complete all mandatory core courses worth 90 credits.

Chemical Technology Mandatory Core Courses
Required Credits : 90
CMT 101Demonstrate knowledge of process safety fundamentals3
CMT 203Explore chemical reactors3
CMT 208Manage Unit Operations in the Process Industry4
CMT 209Reflect on Workplace Experiences and Outcomes3
CMT 230Perform practical training and support in chemical, refinery and process industries4
CMT 100Discover Fundamental chemistry4
CMT 102Interpret process instrumentation diagrams2
CMT 104Develop Chemical Laboratory Skills3
CMT 105Operate Analytical Instruments for Sample Analysis4
CMT 200Show the Operation of Heat Exchangers3
CMT 202Operate Physical Separation Equipment in a Production Process4
CMT 204Explore Petroleum Production3
CMT 205Manage Process Utilities3
CMT 206Use process control systems4
CMT 207Discover Fuels and Combustion Systems4
MCT 111Select instruments and sensors for measurement3
MCT 211Explore knowledge and skills of pumps and compressors2
CMT 103Recognise pipes and valves2
ECT 211Develop leadership skills in work environment2
GED 100Develop English language skills3
HSE 100Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace2
MAT 100Apply geometry and trigonometry and solve algebraic equations4
MCT 100Perform basic machining4
MCT 102Discover Fluid Mechanics2
MCT 110Interpret and Prepare Technical Drawings3
MCT 124Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics4
MCT 200Interpret and document technical information2
MCT 220Produce CAD technical drawings2
MCT 214Explore 3D printing technologies in engineering2
MCT 216Develop knowledge of work organization and management2
Description Data
Total Required Credits 90
Program Code DPCHT
Major Code CHT

Recommended Sequence of Study

Level 5 Diploma in Chemical Technology

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Credit 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
HSE 100 Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace 2
CMT 100 Discover Fundamental chemistry 4
 Credit Hours20
Semester 2
CMT 101 Demonstrate knowledge of process safety fundamentals 3
MCT 124 Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics 4
CMT 102 Interpret process instrumentation diagrams 2
MCT 102 Discover Fluid Mechanics 2
CMT 103 Recognise pipes and valves 2
CMT 105 Operate Analytical Instruments for Sample Analysis 4
CMT 104 Develop Chemical Laboratory Skills 3
 Credit Hours20
Year 2
Semester 3
CMT 200 Show the Operation of Heat Exchangers 3
MCT 211 Explore knowledge and skills of pumps and compressors 2
MCT 111 Select instruments and sensors for measurement 3
MCT 200 Interpret and document technical information 2
ECT 211 Develop leadership skills in work environment 2
MCT 220 Produce CAD technical drawings 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 3
 Credit Hours23
Semester 4
CMT 204 Explore Petroleum Production 3
CMT 205 Manage Process Utilities 3
CMT 206 Use process control systems 4
CMT 208 Manage Unit Operations in the Process Industry 4
MCT 216 Develop knowledge of work organization and management 2
CMT 207 Discover Fuels and Combustion Systems 4
CMT 209 Reflect on Workplace Experiences and Outcomes 3
CMT 230 Perform practical training and support in chemical, refinery and process industries 4
 Credit Hours27
 Total Credit Hours90