Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Environment) with Honours

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Environment) with Honours (CEEH225), is offered in UiTM Cawangan Pulau Pinang since 2014. The duration of this programme is (4) years which meets both requirements of the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) and the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC). The programme consists of 135 credit hours and accredited by EAC Malaysia. Graduates from this programme can be registered with Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) as Graduate Engineer in Chemical Engineering discipline.

This degree programme has been developed in line with the science and technology developments as well as the current industrial needs to provide the highest level of chemical engineering courses related to environment. The outcome based education approach emphasizes on the generic skills which students shall acquire upon completion of their studies.

UiTM Programme Name: Sarjana Muda Kejuruteraan Kimia (Persekitaran) dengan Kepujian
UiTM Programme Code: CEEH225
Institution Name: Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Pulau Pinang Kampus Permatang Pauh
EAC Accreditation Period: 01/01/2022 - 31/12/2027

UPU Code: UE6524002
MQA Reference: MQA/FA1724 (Check MQA Accreditation)

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Career Prospect

Malaysia is a rapidly developing country, which needs highly skilled and technically adept Chemical Engineers. The carrier opportunities vastly exist in both public and private sectors. Graduates are trained to look into ways of maintaining and managing natural resources, recycling materials, and be vigilant towards preservation and protection of the environment. For instance, graduates may secure positions as chemical or environmental engineers which involve in developing or creating products to satisfy the needs for modern society.

Potential Employment Sectors

• Energy (gas, oil, nuclear)
• Process Plant Construction
• Chemicals & Allied Products
• Biotechnology
• Materials (plastics & metals)
• Pharmaceuticals & Toiletries
• Education
• Food & Drink
• Environment Protection, Recyling, Water Industry

Admission is open to all Bumiputera students who fulfill the entry requirements.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• A pass in SPM or its equivalent which recognized by the Malaysian Government
• Credit in Bahasa Melayu at SPM level/equivalent
• A minimum Band 2 in MUET
• Candidate must not be color blind or physically disabled which makes him/her unable to conduct experimental/practical work

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Candidates from Diploma programmes:

• A Minimum CGPA of 2.5 for candidates from Diploma in Chemical Engineering/ Diploma in Industrial Chemistry/ Diploma in Science/ Diploma in Industrial Hygiene and Safety Technology/ Diploma in Polymer Technology/ Diploma in Food Technology and Diploma in Environmental Health from UiTM.
• A Minimum CGPA of 3.0 for candidates from Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Diploma in Industrial Chemistry from other institutions recognized by the Malaysian government.
• A Pass in SPM/ equivalent with five (5) honors including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics.
• A Pass in English subject for SPM/ equivalent.

Candidates from UiTM’s Foundation/ UM Foundation Science/ MOE Matriculation or its equivalent, recognised by the Malaysian government:

• A minimum CGPA of 2.75
• A minimum of Grade B- for two (2) subjects, a minimum of Grade C in one (1) subject from any of the following subject:
1. Mathematics
2. Physics/Engineering Physics/Biology
3. Chemistry/Engineering Chemistry
• A Pass in SPM/equivalent
• A Pass in English subject for SPM/equivalent

Candidates from STPM or its equivalent recognised by the Malaysian government,

• A minimum CGPA of 2.75
• A minimum of Grade B- for two subjects, a minimum of Grade C in one (1) subject from any of the following subject:
1. Mathematics (T) / Further Mathematics
2. Physics/Biology
3. Chemistry
• A Pass in SPM/ equivalent with five (5) honors including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics
• A Pass in English subject for SPM/ equivalent

The curriculum structure is tailored to prepare individuals for broad education consisting chemical engineering fundamentals such as chemical kinetics, thermodynamics and transport processes as well as the specialised environmental technology. The curriculum design is aligned with government's intention to promote high quality of living towards a sustainable future.


Environmental Courses:

Introduction to Waste Management, Environmental Laboratory, Physico- Chemical Wastewater Treatment, Biological Processes in Wastewater Treatment, Solid Waste Management and Air Pollution Control, Environmental Impact Assessment and Management Plan and etc.

Fundamental Courses:

Fluid Mechanic, Thermodynamics, Mass & Energy Balances, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Mass & Heat Transfer, Separation Process and etc.

Final Year Project & Courses:

Research and Design Projects, Professional Ethics for Engineers

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Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):

The visions and missions of Chemical Engineering Studies aspirations are manifested in our Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Thus, our programme is designed to develop students' attributes which are measured by Programme Outcomes (POs); i.e. statements that describe what students are expected to know and be able to perform or attain by the time of graduation. These relate to the knowledge, technical competencies and personal traits which are embedded in the curriculum of which students would acquire throughout the programme. Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Environment) with honours (EH225) consists of twelve (12) POs as follows:

Duration

Full-Time: 8 semesters (135 credit hours)

Fees

Local Undergraduate Students:

New student registration: RM 793.00
Services: RM 580.00 / semester
Residential college: RM 210.00 / semester



Note: Fees are subject to changes