Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering

Program Description

Accredited by the Pakistan Engineering Council the BE Chemical Engineering program focuses on developing expertise in areas Process Engineering and Design, Computational and data science, Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Safety and Risk Management. Sate-of-the-art laboratories and pilot plants provide students with practical experience in applying theoretical concepts, conducting experiments, and developing new processes and products. Our students are encouraged to participate in cutting-edge research projects, often in collaboration with industry partners, fostering innovation in areas like renewable energy, advanced materials, and biotechnology. Collaboration with other engineering and science disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering, broadens students’ perspectives and enhances their ability to solve complex, multidisciplinary problems. Key features of BE Chemical Engineering are:

  • Opportunities for international exposure through exchange programs to Germany and Austria, global internships, and participation in international conferences.
  • Mandatory 500 hours internship at industry.
  • Industrial based Final Year Projects.
  • Providing a strong technical foundation with emphasizes leadership, creativity, and a commitment to sustainability

Associated Career

Graduate of our chemical engineering program have endless possibilities. The department aims to provide the graduates with specific skill to develop the entrepreneur skills. Furthermore, the key interest towards applied research-based projects is the distinguishing feature for career prospects of the student to develop indigenous products. Some of the potential careers are enlisted below:

Oil and Gas Exploration, Oil Refineries, Chemical Industry, Petrochemical Industry, Agrochemicals, Cement Industry, Fertilizer Industry, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverages, Renewable & Nuclear and Atomic Energy

Salient Features

Student Exchange Opportunity

  • Fully funded foreign student exchange opportunity with partner institution (i.e., MCI, Innsbruck, Austria) for 1 semester after approval from all statuary bodies

Approved by PEC

  • Program approved by Pakistan Engineering council and outcome-based education under Washington accord.

Curriculum by Foreign Partner

  • Curriculum designed by the experts from foreign partner i.e., MCI, Innsbruck, Austria and artificial intelligence-based implementation of courses in curriculum.

Course Delivery

  • Course delivery by foreign partner’s faculty and industrial experts, industry visit, projects, internships

Well-equipped Labs

  • Training in well-equipped labs including small scale plants on bioethanol, biogas, and biodiesel production etc.

Dedicated labs

  • Dedicated labs with focus on energy & environment

Austrian trained PhD faculty

  • Austrian trained 100% PhD faculty in the department

Entry Criteria

  • F. Sc (Pre-Eng.) / A-Levels (Math, Physics, Chemistry),
    Combination of Physics, mathematics and computer studies/Computer Science (ICS)
  • 60% marks in HSSC or equivalent

Course Curriculum

Semester 1

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
MGT-262 Entrepreneurship 3
COMP-105 Fundamentals of ICT 1
COMP-105L Fundamentals of ICT Lab 1
SS-111 Islamic Studies 2
CH-102 Inorganic and Organic Chemistry 3
CH-102L Inorganic and Organic Chemistry Lab 1
MTH-XXX Quantitative Reasoning-I 3
MSE-101 Fundamental of Engineering Materials  3

Semester 2

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
SS-XXX  Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan  2
SS-103 English Language and Communication Skills 3
MTH-202 Linear Algebra and Differential Equations 3
PHY-101 Applied Physics 3
PHY-101L Applied Physics Lab 1
COMP-111 Programming Fundamentals 3
COMP-111L Programming Fundamentals Lab 1
ME-101L Workshop Practice 1

Semester 3

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
CH-202 Physical and Analytical Chemistry 2
CH-202L Physical and Analytical Chemistry Lab 1
CHE-101 Chemical Process Principles-I 3
CHE-201 Chemical Process Industries 3
ME-102L Engineering Drawing 1
MTH-XXX Quantitative Reasoning-II 3
CHE-211 Fluid Mechanics 3
CHE-211L Fluid Mechanics Lab 1

Semester 4

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
CHE-202 Chemical Process Principles-II 3
SS-203 Technical and Business Writing 3
CHE-214 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 3
CHE-214L Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics Lab 1
CHE-215 Mass Transfer Fundamentals 2
HU-XXX Professional Ethics 2
SS-331 Community Services 1
MTH-307 Numerical Computations 2
MTH-307L Numerical Computations Lab 1

Semester 5

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
SS-321  Engineering Economics 2
ECE-110 Basic Electrical Engineering 2
ECE-110L Basic Electrical Engineering Lab 1
CHE-213 Heat Transfer  3
CHE-213L Heat Transfer Lab 1
CHE-318 Separation Processes-I 2
CHE-318L Separation Processes -I Lab 1
CHE-315 Particulate Technology 3
CHE-315L Particulate Technology Lab 1

Semester 6

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
COMP-XXX  AI for Engineers 2
COMP-XXX  AI for Engineers Lab 1
MGT-XXX Management Elective 3
CHE-319 Separation Processes-II 2
CHE-319L Separation Processes -II Lab 1
CHE-321 Chemical Reaction Engineering  3
CHE-321L Chemical Reaction Engineering  Lab 1
CHE-322 Instrumentation and Process Control 3
CHE-322L Instrumentation and Process Control Lab 1

Semester 7

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
CHE-XXX Depth Elective-I 3
CHE-XXX Depth Elective-II 3
CHE-421L Process Design and Simulation Lab 2
CHE-454 Maintenance & Utility Engineering 2
SS-120 Occupational Health and Safety 2
CHE-498 Final Year Project-I 3

Semester 8

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
CHE-332 Environmental Engineering 2
CHE-332L Environmental Engineering Lab 1
CHE-331 Energy Engineering 2
CHE-331L Energy Engineering Lab 1
CHE-424 Transport Phenomena 3
CHE-451 Chemical Plant Design 3
CHE-499 Final Year Project-II 3

Total Credit Hours : 132

List of Elective(s) courses

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
CHE-447 Biological Process Engineering 3
CH-428 Application of AI in Chemical Engineering 3
CHE-425 Membrane Separation Processes 3
CHE-426 Chemical Wet Processing of Textiles 3
CHE-427 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) 3
CHE-429 Biochemical Engineering 3
CHE-431 Renewable Energy Resources 3
CHE-432 Hydropower 3
CHE-433 Industrial Energy Systems 3
CHE-434 Solid Waste Management 3
CHE-435 Fuel Cell Technology 3
CHE-436 Water Pollution Control 3
CHE-437 Biomass 3
CHE-438 Analytical & Characterization Techniques 3
CHE-441 Gas Dynamics 3
CHE-442 Petroleum Refinery Processes 3
CHE-443 Petrochemicals 3
CHE-444 Fundamentals of Polymer Engineering  3

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The Department’s commitment to excellence and professionalism is reflected in its four overarching Program Educational Objectives, set out below:

PEO Program Educational Objective
PEO-1 Become technically competent engineers with a successful career in the engineering profession.
PEO-2 Pursue graduate studies and research in related, allied, or multidisciplinary fields, imparting economic, safety, and environmental impression of their work on society.
PEO-3 Demonstrate entrepreneurial and leadership skills in a diverse professional environment.
PEO-4 Engage in lifelong learning for the purpose of continuous improvement in a befitted manner to society.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
PLO Title Description
PLO-1 Engineering Knowledge Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals, and engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PLO-2 Problem Analysis Identify, formulate, conduct research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PLO-3 Design/Development of Solutions Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
PLO-4 Investigation Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge and research methods, including the design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
PLO-5 Tool Usage Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems, with an understanding of their limitations.
PLO-6 The Engineer and the World Analyze and evaluate sustainable development impacts on society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment while solving complex engineering problems.
PLO-7 Ethics Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice while adhering to relevant national and international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion.
PLO-8 Individual and Collaborative Team Work Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams, including multidisciplinary, face-to-face, remote, and distributed settings.
PLO-9 Communication Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and society at large. This includes the ability to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, and to make effective presentations while considering cultural, language, and learning differences.
PLO-10 Project Management and Finance Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making, and apply these to one’s own work as a member and leader in a team to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
PLO-11 Lifelong Learning Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for: (i) independent and lifelong learning, (ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies, and (iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.