Chemical engineers with a focus in bioprocess work at the forefront of biological and engineering sciences through the conversion of biological materials into other forms needed by mankind. Application areas commonly associated with bioprocess engineering include:

• Biopharmaceuticals (therapeutic proteins, polysaccharides, vaccines, and diagnostics)
• Specialty products and industrial chemicals (antibiotics, value-added food and agricultural products, and fuels, chemicals, and fibre from renewable resources)
• Environmental-management aids. (products and services to control or remediate toxic wastes)

Like other engineering disciplines, bioprocess engineers are trained in the application of engineering sciences and problem-solving techniques. What separate them from the others is the integration of living materials such as bacteria, virus, fungi, animal, and plant and the engineering knowledge. With the rapid growth of biologically based technologies, bioprocess engineers are uniquely qualified to solve the problems of today and tomorrow. The demand for bioprocess engineers continues to grow. They provide a bridge between the research lab and the economic, large-scale implementation of biotechnologies and engineering field.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

UniKL graduates who are :

• PEO 1
  UniKL graduates who are knowledgeable, competent and innovative which will contribute towards the requirement of the human capital in chemical and/or bioprocess engineering technology related industry
• PEO 2
  UniKL graduates who are effective leaders with teamwork skills, as well as verbal and nonverbal interpersonal communication skills;
• PEO 3
  UniKL graduates who are committed towards the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement;
• PEO 4
  UniKL graduates who are professional, ethical, and socially responsible;
• PEO 5
  UniKL graduates who are capable of embarking on business and technopreneurial activities.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Majors in chemical engineering will be able to:

• PLO 1
  Knowledge: apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) to defined and applied engineering procedures, processes, systems or methodologies; (SK1 to SK4)
• PLO 2
  Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems reaching substantiated conclusions using analytical tools appropriate to their discipline or area of
  specialisation; (SK1 to SK4)
• PLO 3 
  Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems and contribute to the design of systems, components or processes to meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations;(SK5)
• PLO 4
  Investigation: Conduct investigations of broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems; locate, search and select relevant data from codes, data bases and literature, design and conduct experiments to provide valid conclusions; (SK8)
• PLO 5
  Modern Tool Usage: Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems, with an understanding of the limitations; (SK6)
• PLO 6
  The Engineer and Society: Demonstrate understanding of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to engineering technology practice and solutions to broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems; (SK7)
• PLO 7
  Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of engineering technology solutions of broadly-defined chemical engineering technology (bioprocess) problems in societal and environmental context and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development; (SK7)
• PLO 8
  Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering technology practice; (SK7)
• PLO 9
  Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse technical teams;
• PLO 10
  Communications: Communicate effectively on broadly-defined engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, by being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions;
• PLO 11
  Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles, business practices, and technopreneurial competencies, as well as identify business opportunities, and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments;
• PLO 12
  Life Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in specialist technologies.