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Bachelor of Chemical Engineering Technology with Honours

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Chemical Engineering Technology with Honours (BCET) program at UniKL MICET encompasses both foundational and specialized topics in chemical engineering technology. Throughout the program, students engage in a continuous learning experience that builds on previously acquired knowledge. Starting from semester five, students can choose from three main specializations: process, polymer, and environment. The curriculum emphasizes the design, operation, and maintenance of chemical and material manufacturing processes. Additionally, the program addresses the development of new processes, project engineering, and troubleshooting, equipping students for diverse industries, including petrochemical, chemical processing, advanced materials, information technology, environmental, food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnological sectors.

Entry Requirements

  • Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or equivalent with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in Mathematics and ONE (1) relevant science subject.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Job Roles

  • Chemical Production Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Plant Engineer
  • Hydroprocessing/Reforming Engineer
  • Plant 3D Software Trainer
  • Chemical Sales & Service Engineer
  • Facilities Engineer (Gas & Chemical)
  • Compositional Modelling Engineer
  • Chemist Engineer
  • Compounding Engineer
  • Molding Engineer
  • Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC)/Distillation Technologist
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Quality and Reliability Engineer
  • Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer
  • R&D Process Engineer
  • Chemical Coordinator
  • Energy Engineer
  • Nuclear Engineer
  • Petroleum Engineer
  • Process Control Application Engineer

Industries

  • Chemical Manufacturing Companies
  • Petroleum and Petrochemical Industries
  • Energy and Transportation Industries
  • Oleochemical Industries
  • Safety and Health
  • Design and Simulation Industries
  • Bioplastic Industries
  • Rubber and Latex Industries
  • Biopharmaceutical Companies and Medical Research Institutes
  • Environmental Consulting Firms
  • Solid Waste and Wastewater Management Sector
  • Nuclear Industries
  • Research and Development

Curriculum

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Programme Structure Overview

Semester 1

  • Foreign Language 1
  • Fundamental English
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local/International)
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Local) / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International)
  • Mathematics 1
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Engineering Technologist in Society
  • Introduction to Computer Programming

Semester 2

  • Foreign Language 2
  • Professional English 1
  • Mathematics 2
  • Analytical and Organic Chemistry
  • Engineering Design
  • Material & Energy Balance
  • Fluid Mechanics

Semester 3

  • Professional English 2
  • Isu-isu Kontemporari Muslim di Malaysia (Local Muslim) / Culture and Lifestyle in Malaysia 2 (International/Local Non-Muslim)
  • Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics
  • Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
  • Thermodynamics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Mass Transfer

Semester 4

  • Innovation Management
  • Co-curriculum
  • Numerical Methods in Chemical Engineering
  • Process Instrumentation and Control
  • Reaction Engineering
  • Separation Process

Semester 5

  • Technopreneurship
  • Industrial Safety & Health
  • Process Dynamics & Control
  • Oil & Fat Process Technology
  • Plant Design 1
  • Specialization 1
  • Specialization 2

Semester 6

  • Engineering Statistics
  • Plant Design 2
  • Final Year Project 1
  • Specialization 3
  • Specialization 4
  • Elective 1

Semester 7

  • Palm Oil Technology
  • Statistical Quality Control in Chemical Engineering
  • Final Year Project 2
  • Elective 2
  • Elective 3

Semester 8

  • Industrial Training

Specializations Offered

  • Plant Utilities & Safety
  • Petrochemical & Petroleum Refining Technology
  • Plant Maintenance & Inspection
  • Biochemical Process Engineering
  • Rubber Technology
  • Plastic Processing
  • Latex Technology
  • Composite Technology
  • Wastewater Treatment Technology
  • Sustainable Air and Noise Pollution (Control) Technology
  • Sustainable Waste Management Technology
  • Environmental Microbiology & Chemistry

Elective Courses Offered

  • Management for Chemical Engineering Technologist
  • Chemical Engineering Technologist Organizational Behaviour
  • Process Safety Management 1
  • Process Safety Management 2
  • Process Safety Management 3
  • Project Management
  • Bio-polymer
  • Rubber Engineering
  • Polymer Synthesis
  • Polymer Coating and Adhesive
  • Smart Polymers
  • Mold and Die Design
  • ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems
  • ISO 45001 and Integration with ISO 9001 & ISO 14001
  • Industrial Ecology
  • Energy Management
  • Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability Reporting

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

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