Bachelor of Chemical Engineering Technology (Bioprocess) with Honours

Program Learning Outcomes

Overview

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 separates 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)

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)

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, databases 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.

Programme Structure

Semester 1

Foreign Language 1
Fundamental English
MPU-U1
MPU-U1
Mathematics 1
Engineering Technologist in Society
Engineering Drawing & Computing

Semester 2

Foreign Language 2
Professional English 1
Mathematics 2
Physical Chemistry
Chemical Process Principles
Fluid Mechanics
Engineering Design

Semester 3

MPU-U3
Analytical and Organic Chemistry
Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics
Introduction to Environmental Engineering Technology
Thermodynamics
Transport Process Principles
Biology of Cell

Semester 4

Principles of Bioprocess Technology
Professional English 2
Reaction Engineering
Industrial Safety & Health
MPU-U4
Principle of Microbiology
Biochemistry

Semester 5

QA & QC in Bio Product
Bioprocess Development & Equipment
Process Instrumentation & Control
Bioseparations Engineering Technology
Biomolecular Techniques
Technopreneurship

Semester 6

Bioplant Design Project 1
Engineering Statistics
Final Year Project 1 (Proposal)
Oil & Fat Process Technology
Elective 1
Elective 2

Semester 7

Final Year Project 2 (Implementation)
Bioplant Design Project 2
Elective 3

Semester 8

Industrial Training

Elective Subjects

Formulation of Cosmetics and Healthcare Products
Cosmetic and Healthcare Product Development Process
Halal Cosmetics and Healthcare Products
Introduction to AI for Bioprocessing
Bioprocess Data Analytics and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence Applications in Biotechnology

Career Information

There is a rapidly increasing demand for chemical engineering technologists with strong grounding in biological sciences to drive modern bioprocess industries. Graduates help create and scale technologies that improve processes, materials, and products across biopharma and biologics (vaccines, antibodies, enzymes), food, beverage and nutraceuticals (fermentation, probiotics, functional ingredients), agro-biotech and palm-oil downstream (oleochemicals, biodiesel, biomass valorisation), cosmetics and personal care (natural actives, GMP/ISO compliance), environment and utilities (industrial wastewater, energy and steam systems), medical devices/diagnostics (cleanroom and sterilization validation), accredited testing laboratories (ISO/IEC 17025 chemical and microbiological analysis), automation and data through Industry 4.0/Pharma 4.0 digital manufacturing and quality informatics, and government/regulatory or mission-driven startups. By applying biology to industrial processes such as upstream fermentation, downstream purification, and quality systems, these professionals enable safer medicines and vaccines, higher-quality foods, cleaner production, and sustainable resource use.

Career fields that can be pursued by Bioprocess Engineering Technology graduates are:

Bioprocess Engineer
Production Engineer
Quality Assurance Engineer
Quality Control Engineer
Plant Engineer
R&D Engineer
Research Officer
R&D Executive
QA & QC Executive
Regulatory Affair Executive

Entry Requirements

Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or equivalent with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in Mathematics and ONE (1) relevant science subject OR
Pass A-Level with minimum Grade D in Mathematics and ONE (1) relevant science subject OR
Pass matriculation with minimum CGPA 2.0 with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in Mathematics and ONE (1) relevant science subject OR
STAM with minimum Jayyid minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in Mathematics and ONE (1) relevant science subject or equivalent OR
Pass in International Baccalaureate (IB) with at least 24 points OR
Recognised Diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.0 OR
Pass Higher National Diploma (HND) UK (MQF Level 4) in related area and recognized by government of Malaysia and according to approval by UniKL Senate OR
Recognised related Technical / Vocational / Skills Diploma with minimum CGPA 2.0 OR
APEL A as prescribed by MQA based on appropriate justifications by the IHL

Note 1: Entry DVM/DKM & DLKM starting 21 April 2020

Pass Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM)/ Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)/ Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and the programme must get Full Accreditation (FA) by MQA or other Accreditation bodies that are recognized by government of Malaysia and according to approval by UniKL Senate OR
Pass the DKM/DLKM/DVM with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 AND have at least two (2) years of work experience in the related field. The programme must get Full Accreditation (FA) by MQA or other Accreditation bodies that are recognized by government of Malaysia and according to approval by UniKL Senate.

Note 2: For International students

Minimum requirements IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
Qualification of 12 years of schooling with the following conditions:
- It is the highest school qualification in the country of origin.
- It can be used as entry qualification for bachelor’s degree programme in the country of origin.
Students who enrol with qualification from institutions that fully use English as the language of instruction or from English speaking countries are EXCLUDED from the requirements of competence in English language.

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Tuition Fee Malaysian Students:

RM 9,600.00 (Per Semester)

RM 60,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

International Students:

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