國油科技大學

Introduction

In line with UTP’s mission statements, the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry programme has been developed to prepare skilled knowledge workers to meet the industry’s need in Petro chemistry, Sustainable Chemistry and Nanotechnology. This programme will also address the need of the nation to increase the number of scientists and technologists in order to remain competitive, based on the aspiration of the new economic model. This programme will also provide the opportunity for graduates to apply their technical knowledge in research and innovation towards achieving the high income nation status.

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry programme adopts the multi-mode educational delivery system which emphasizes on student-centered learning, practical-based approach and experiential learning, as individuals or in teams, intended to realize UTP’s seven (7) attributes for well-rounded graduate’s model. The programme stresses the need for a strong foundation in Basic Chemistry followed by Material and Energy Balance, Oil and Gas, Petrochemicals, Separation Process, Instrumentation and Spectroscopy, Quantum Chemistry, and Surface Science and Catalysis. Students learning experience is also enhanced with the incorporation of the multidisciplinary Science Team Project and also the compulsory 7-month structured Industrial Internship Programme.

In addition to the above, towards the end of their studies, students have the opportunity to major in any of the three specialization areas:

• Petro chemistry
• Sustainable chemistry
• Nanotechnology

Graduates from the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry programme will be able to enter into the scientific workforce in the industries, government, academia and R&D sectors. Career opportunities for our graduates are enormous from various industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and cosmetic as well as other sectors such as government, academia and R&D sectors. These include exciting roles such as Analytical Chemists, Computational Chemists, Quality Control Chemists, Process Engineers, Research Scientists, Entrepreneurs and Academics.

Programme Educational Objectives

To produce science workforce in the field of Applied Chemistry with business acumen and the potential to become leaders in industries and R&D with emphasis in Petro chemistry, Sustainable Chemistry and Nanotechnology.

Programme Outcomes

To produce well-rounded graduates with the following outcomes:

• Acquire fundamental and basic knowledge of Chemistry
• Apply knowledge of Chemistry and Mathematics Design to conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• Identify and solve applied science problems and challenges in industries.
• Use the techniques, skills and modern scientific and technical tools necessary for professional practice.
• Conduct applied chemistry research project in a professional and ethical manner
• Communicate effectively not only with other science graduates, but also with community at large.
• Demonstrate business acumen entrepreneurship skills.
• Recognize the need to undertake life-long learning.