| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Engineering at the University of Adelaide equips students with a comprehensive understanding of chemical engineering principles and skills. The program combines foundational courses with specialized modules in various areas of the field, preparing graduates for careers in diverse industries such as chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and environmental engineering. Graduates are qualified as chemical engineers and can pursue specialist roles or management positions.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Chemical) at the University of Adelaide equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in chemical engineering across various dynamic industries. Graduates are qualified as chemical engineers and can pursue careers in specialist fields within the profession.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical engineering.
- To develop students' problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
- To prepare students for careers in the chemical engineering industry.
Outline:
The program's curriculum combines foundational courses in chemical engineering with specialized courses in various areas of the field.
Course Schedule:
Year 1:
- Introduction to Engineering
- Programming (Matlab and Excel)
- Mathematics IA
- Mathematics IB
- Chemistry IA or Foundations of Chemistry IA
- Chemistry IB or Foundations of Chemistry IB
Year 2:
- Principles of Process Engineering
- Process Engineering Thermodynamics
- Heat and Mass Transfer
- Process Fluid Mechanics
- Differential Equations for Engineers II
- Statistics & Numerical Methods II
Year 3:
- Systems Engineering and Industry Practice
- Process Synthesis and Design
- Process Control & Instrumentation
- Separation Process Engineering
- Chemical Reactor Engineering
- Fluid and Particle Mechanics
- Unit Operations
Year 4:
- Professional Practice IV
- Advanced Chemical Engineering
- Plant Design Project
- Research Project
- Design Practice
Modules:
Core Modules:
- Introduction to Engineering
- Programming (Matlab and Excel)
- Chemistry IA or Foundations of Chemistry IA
- Chemistry IB or Foundations of Chemistry IB
- Mathematics IA
- Mathematics IB
- Principles of Process Engineering
- Process Engineering Thermodynamics
- Heat and Mass Transfer
- Process Fluid Mechanics
- Differential Equations for Engineers II
- Statistics & Numerical Methods II
- Systems Engineering and Industry Practice
- Process Synthesis and Design
- Process Control & Instrumentation
- Separation Process Engineering
- Chemical Reactor Engineering
- Fluid and Particle Mechanics
- Unit Operations
- Professional Practice IV
- Advanced Chemical Engineering
- Plant Design Project
- Research Project
- Design Practice
Assessment:
Assessment methods vary by course and may include:
- Class work
- Tutorials
- Assignments
- Laboratory work
- Quizzes
- Project work
- Exams
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research and industry. The teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Laboratory sessions
- Project work
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)(Chemical) program are employed in a wide range of industries, including:
- Chemical manufacturing
- Food and beverage production
- Pharmaceuticals
- Mining and minerals processing
- Environmental engineering
- Management consulting Graduates can pursue careers in roles such as:
- Chemical engineer
- Materials engineer
- Minerals processing engineer
- Natural resource manager
- Pharmaceutical engineer
- Power distribution engineer
- Power generation engineer Many graduates also go on to manage companies or start their own businesses.
