Master Program
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering and Management
Program Overview
Our M.Eng. program in Chemical Engineering and Management is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills that align closely with industry needs. We currently offer two study plans to accommodate different career goals: Research-only (A1) and Coursework (A2).
Research Only (A1)
This study plan is specifically designed for those who have some industrial experience and wish to emphasize on research and development. The students taking this plan will conduct research entirely for four semesters. Although coursework is not compulsory, they may be requested to sit-in some courses that will assist in their research work.
Admission requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and at least two years of industrial experience.
Graduation requirement: In addition to the English proficiency requirement, the students must publish one research article in an international peer-reviewed journal.Who Should Apply? This plan is ideal for individuals with strong engineering background and some industry experience who want to focus on R&D. It is especially suitable for those currently in the industry seeking to improve their R&D capabilities or collaborate on a research project with our faculty and network.
Coursework (A2)
This intensive study plan is suitable for those who wish to master advanced knowledge as well as engineering skills and work competencies. The students will take ten advanced courses in the first year to strengthen their fundamental knowledge. In the second year, the students will learn how to apply their knowledge in a project-based internship and industrial research project.
Admission requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields from an internationally recognized university
- Minimum GPA of 3.00 (or 2.50 plus adequate work or research experience)
- Good reading, writing, and communication skills in English and submitting English Proficiency Test Scores
Graduation requirement: In addition to the English proficiency requirement, the students must publish at least one research outcome in either a conference proceeding or an international peer-reviewed journal.
Who Should Apply?
This plan is ideal for students or professionals looking to acquire a solid academic base alongside practical industry experience. It serves as excellent preparation for individuals aspiring to thrive in technical engineering roles and leadership positions.
List of Master courses and description
Core Courses (3 credits each)
1.Industrial Thermodynamics and Simulation (semester 1)
Application of thermodynamics in chemical industries; chemical and phase equilibrium of heterogeneous closed and open systems; statistical mechanics and background of equations of state and GE models; application of equations of state to industrial uses; experimental determination of thermodynamic properties; modelling of thermodynamics properties; molecular simulation of chemical system.
2.Heterogeneous Kinetics and Catalysis (semester 1)
Fundamental principles for heterogeneous kinetics and catalysis; surface reactions mechanisms; catalyst design; optimization strategies; application of heterogeneous catalysis in industrial processes; environmental remediation; energy conversion technologies.
3.Analysis and Simulation of Transport Phenomena (semester 2)
Transport problems involving momentum, heat, and mass transfer in chemical engineering and process engineering application; conservation of momentum, heat, and mass transfer in laminar and turbulent flow in microscopic approach; equations of change for multi-component systems including charge; steady and transient simultaneous heat and mass transfer; interfacial stability; determination of transport properties; analysis of transport phenomena; computer fluid dynamics simulation.
4.Techno-Economic Assessment and Due Diligence (semester 2)
Techno-economic analysis; financial modeling; due diligence assessments; environmental impact assessment; risk analysis and management; market analysis; stakeholder engagement; regulatory compliance; ethical considerations.
5.Strategic and Sustainable Business Model Development (semester 2)
Professional presentation; preparation of business and technological analysis report; technological analysis for business development; entrepreneurship mindset; business planning and canvas; sustainability; analysis of current business situation.
Elective Courses (3 credits each)
1. Integrated Separation Technology
Advanced design strategies for separation processes; advantage of integrating unit operation; reactive distillation; reactive extraction; liquid-membrane extraction; chromatography; simulated moving bed chromatography.
2.Energy Technology and Management
Overview of energy situation and trends; fundamentals of thermal energy systems; energy conversion processes; energy management and energy efficiency improvement in chemical industry; production, utilization and environmental impacts of various fossil fuels; hydrogen fuel cells; bioenergy; solar energy; wind energy; other energy sources.
3.Biorefinery
Biorefinery; biomass; biochemicals; biomaterials; platform chemicals; metabolism; circular economy; sustainability; supply chain; process consolidation; value-added products; feasibility study; techno-economical analysis; industrial implementation; policy and regulation; waste management.
4.Strategic Process Design and Management
Process invention heuristics and analysis; process synthesis; process simulation; process optimization; process evaluation and cost analysis; controllability analysis; environmental protection and safety considerations.
5.Chemical Product Design
Categories of chemical products; principle and procedure of chemical product design; aspects of project management and business considerations in chemical product design; technology and economic concerns; product design report and presentation.
6.Seminar on Modern Aspects of Chemical and Process Engineering
Public presentation and report submission of research and development or new technology in the field of chemical engineering.
7.Selected Topics in Chemical Engineering I
Lecture by experts, studies, seminar and/or individual investigations in selected or specific areas of chemical engineering; topics concerning new or advanced knowledge in chemical engineering.
8.Selected Topics in Chemical Engineering II
Lecture by experts, studies, seminar and/or individual investigations in selected or specific areas of chemical engineering; topics concerning new or advanced knowledge in chemical engineering.
Research on an interesting topic in chemical engineering or related areas.
Industrial Internship
Application of engineering knowledge for problem solving in an industrial plant; learning how to work in industrial environments; professional presentation and report.
Master Thesis
Research on an interesting topic in chemical engineering or related areas.
Example of Class Schedule for an Academic Year
- Program Brochure
- Class Schedule for each Academic Year
- Expected Learning Outcome of CEM Master Program (ELOs of CEM Master Program)
- Expected Learning Outcome of CEM Doctoral Program (ELOs of CEM Doctoral Program)
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