Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Engineering and Related Design
Purpose and Rationale
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering (B. Eng. Tech (Chemical Engineering))
Purpose:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering is to provide the knowledge, understanding, abilities, and skills necessary for students to become competent practicing chemical engineering technologists. This qualification aims to:
- Build an educational foundation required for registration as a Professional Technologist with ECSA.
- Enable students to progress to NQF Level 8 qualifications and eventually pursue Master's Degrees.
- Develop the following competencies in students:
- Apply mathematics, natural science, and engineering sciences knowledge.
- Systematically diagnose and solve chemical engineering problems.
- Utilize appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools.
- Communicate effectively with engineering audiences both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate understanding of chemical engineering management principles.
- Engage in lifelong learning and possess well-developed learning skills.
- Apply ethical principles and adhere to professional ethics.
- Understand the societal, economic, industrial, and environmental impact of chemical engineering.
Rationale:
The Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering was developed as a replacement for the National Diploma and Baccalaureus Technologiae, aligning with ECSA's standards. This change was implemented to meet the new requirements for the training of engineering technologists. The program prepares students for careers in engineering, equipping them with the necessary skills to contribute to the economy and national development.
Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, and engineering sciences to defined and apply engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies.
- Systematically diagnose and solve broadly defined chemical engineering problems by applying chemical engineering principles.
- Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools including information technology, prediction and modelling, with an understanding of their limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with engineering audiences and affected parties.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of chemical engineering management principles and apply these to one' work.
- Engage in independent and life-long learning through well-developed learning skills.
- Comprehend and apply ethical principles and be committed to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of chemical engineering technological practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of chemical engineering on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Concepts, ideas and theories are communicated.
- Reasoning about and conceptualising engineering materials, components, systems or processes is performed.
- Formal analysis and modelling of engineering materials, components, systems or processes is performed.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- The problem is analysed and defined and criteria are identified for an acceptable solution.
- Possible approaches that would lead to a workable solution for a problem are generated and formulated.
- Possible solutions are evaluated and the best solution is selected.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- The method, skill or tool is assessed for applicability and limitations against the required results.
- The method, skill or tool is applied correctly to achieve the required results.
- Computer applications are created, selected and used as required by the discipline.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Appropriate structure, style and language of oral and verbal communication for the purpose of the communication and the target audience are used.
- Graphics that are appropriate and effective in enhancing the meaning of text are used.
- Oral communication with the intended meaning being apparent is fluently delivered.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- The principles of planning, organising, leading and controlling are explained.
- Individual work is carried out effectively, strategically and on time.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Learning tasks are managed autonomously and ethically either individually or in a small group.
- Learning is undertaken and own learning requirements and strategies are reflected upon.
- Knowledge acquired outside of formal instruction is comprehended and applied.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- The nature and complexity of ethical dilemmas is described.
- Ethical reasoning to evaluate engineering solutions is applied.
- Continued competence through keeping abreast of up-to-date tools and techniques available in the workplace is maintained.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
- The impact of technology in terms of the limitations and benefits to society is explained.
- The engineering activity in terms of the impact on occupational and public health and safety is explained.
- Personal, social, economic, cultural values and requirements are taken into consideration for those who are affected by the engineering activity.
Integrated Assessment:
- Formative Assessment: Takes place during the process of learning and teaching through tutorial sessions, learner quizzes, and additional tutorial sessions conducted on uLink.
- Summative Assessment: Conducted to judge the learners' level of competence in relation to qualification outcomes, expressed as a mark. Minimum number of summative opportunities required is contained in the Academic Regulations.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 455
- SAQA Source
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