Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Engineering and Related Design
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Overview
Purpose: The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide a well-rounded, broad education that equips graduates with the knowledge base, theory, and methodology of Chemical Engineering. Graduates are prepared to demonstrate initiative and responsibility in academic or professional contexts, as well as to pursue vocational training, postgraduate studies, or professional practice in the field of Engineering. The qualification offers a foundation in the education, philosophy, principles, and skills of Chemical Engineering, enabling learners to apply them effectively in professional or career settings.
Rationale: The qualification aims to develop engineering competence to meet the growing demand in the field. It serves as the initial step on a career path within diverse engineering specializations, emphasizing structured development and lifelong learning. The broad foundation of the qualification provides flexibility and adaptability for graduates to meet evolving industry needs. The skills, knowledge, values, and attitudes acquired through the qualification serve as crucial building blocks for learner engineers to progress towards competence in handling complex engineering activities and problem-solving. Ultimately, this contributes to economic growth and national development.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence to identify, assess, formulate and solve convergent and divergent engineering problems creatively and innovatively.
- Demonstrate competence to apply knowledge of mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences from first principles to solve engineering problems.
- Demonstrate competence to perform creative, procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, engineering works, products or processes.
- Demonstrate competence to design and conduct investigations and experiments.
- Demonstrate competence to use appropriate engineering methods, skills and tools, including those based on information technology.
- Demonstrate competence to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large.
- Demonstrate critical awareness of the impact of engineering activity on the social, industrial and physical environment.
- Demonstrate competence to work effectively as an individual, in teams and multidisciplinary environments.
- Demonstrate competence to engage in independent learning through well-developed learning skills.
- Demonstrate critical awareness of the need to act professionally and ethically and to exercise judgment and take responsibility within own limits of competence.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria:
Exit Level Outcomes 1:
- Analyze and define the problem, identifying criteria for an acceptable solution.
- Identify necessary information and applicable engineering knowledge and skills.
- Generate and formulate possible approaches to problem-solving.
- Model and analyze possible solutions.
- Evaluate possible solutions and select the best one.
- Formulate and present the solution appropriately.
Exit Level Outcomes 2:
- Apply mathematical, numerical analysis, and statistical knowledge to engineering problems.
- Use formal analysis and modeling of engineering components.
- Communicate concepts using mathematics.
- Reason and conceptualize engineering components using mathematical concepts.
- Deal with uncertainty and risk through probability and statistics.
- Apply physical laws and knowledge as a foundation for engineering problem-solving.
Exit Level Outcomes 3:
- Identify and formulate design problems to meet user needs, standards, and legislation.
- Plan and manage the design process, considering constraints.
- Acquire and evaluate knowledge, information, and resources.
- Perform design tasks including analysis and optimization.
- Evaluate alternatives and preferred solutions.
- Assess impacts and benefits, considering social, legal, health, safety, and environmental factors.
- Communicate design logic and information effectively.
Exit Level Outcomes 4:
- Plan and conduct investigations and experiments.
- Conduct literature searches and critically evaluate material.
- Analyze and interpret data, drawing conclusions.
- Communicate purpose, process, and outcomes in a technical report.
Exit Level Outcomes 5:
- Select and assess the applicability and limitations of methods, skills, or tools.
- Apply techniques properly and evaluate end-results critically.
- Create computer applications as required.
Exit Level Outcomes 6:
- Use appropriate structure, style, and language for the audience.
- Employ effective graphical support.
- Provide information effectively for others in engineering activity.
- Deliver content fluently.
Exit Level Outcomes 7:
- Address the impact of technology on society, occupational and public health, safety, and the physical environment.
Exit Level Outcomes 8:
- Identify objectives and work strategically.
- Execute tasks effectively and deliver completed work on time.
- Contribute to team activities and enhance the work of fellow team members.
- Communicate effectively with team members and across disciplinary boundaries.
Exit Level Outcomes 9:
- Reflect on learning and determine learning requirements and strategies.
- Source, evaluate, and apply knowledge acquired outside formal instruction.
- Challenge assumptions and embrace new thinking.
Exit Level Outcomes 10:
- Maintain competence and keep abreast of up-to-date tools and techniques.
- Display judgment in decision-making and ethical aspects.
- Recognize boundaries of proficiency in problem-solving and design.
Integrated Assessment:
- Formative assessment methods: Homework, class tests, practical reports, assignments.
- Summative assessment methods: 2 to 3-hour examination.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree(Min 480)
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 480
- SAQA Source
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