Flexible mode of study: Full-time/ Part-time (weekend mode)
This two-year diploma program has an equal blend of theoretical, practical, ethical and environmental based courses that meet the needs of the country, industries, and society as a whole.
The diploma in Chemical Engineering program is a two-year full time degree program for those who want to gain knowledge in chemical engineering to pursue a career in industry or continue in graduate studies.
The diploma is awarded after the successful completion of 66 credit hours of undergraduate work including a compulsory industry orientation program, Internship, and a diploma project. The diploma program is 4 semesters of full-time study of two years duration and is in alignment with Oman’s National Qualifications Framework covering several subject fields and objectives of MoHERI and other stakeholders. Flexible mode of study: Full time/ Part-time /Special Part time options are also available. The diploma program has an equal blend of theoretical, practical, ethical and environmental based courses that meet the needs of the country, industries and society as a whole. The program provides the opportunity for students to engage with open-ended problems and tasks with special focus on group working skills.
Vision: “To produce diploma holders in Chemical Engineering who will take the lead in employment and entrepreneurship and to achieve regional and international recognition”
Mission:
College of Engineering offers ABET compliant BEng programs, which are envisioned to produce engineering diploma holders and graduates to lead from the front in pursuit of systematic and continuous change in the areas of academic, industry and society.
The Diploma Chemical Engineering program is a two-year degree program for those who want to gain knowledge in a focused area of chemical engineering to pursue a career in industry or continue in graduate studies.
The Diploma exit opportunity is mainly for the students who are enrolled to the existing four-year degree program (Reference no. No. 5/3/193/2019, 3-Resolution No. 07/03/2019). The Diploma is awarded after the completion of 66 credits of undergraduate work listed in the curriculum below including compulsory industry orientation program and Internship. This Diploma program provides principal learning in a Chemical Engineering field, intended to lead students directly to a job or prepare them for continuing their studies towards bachelor’s degree on later date when they return to the university.
The following Educational Objectives of this program are attainable by the diploma holders within few years after graduation from the college.
PEO 01 Succeed in their chosen careers in Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering and related fields in a broad range of industries;
PEO 02 Engage in continuous education, professional development, and entrepreneurial activities;
PEO 03 Effectively participate in teamwork under various work environments;
PEO 04 Provide socially responsible, environment friendly solutions to Chemical engineering related broad-based problems adapting professional ethics.
1st Year
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| COURSES | CREDITS | COURSES | CREDITS |
| University English I | 3 | University English II | 3 |
| Calculus I | 4 | Oman: State and People | 3 |
| General Chemistry for Engineering | 4 | Calculus II | 4 |
| Engineering Drawing | 2 | Physics I | 4 |
| Introduction to Computer Programming | 2 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 2 |
| Engineering Workshop | 1 | ||
| Total Credits (6 Courses) | 16 | Total Credits (5 Courses) | 16 |
2nd Year
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 | ||
| COURSES | CREDITS | COURSES | CREDITS |
| Instrumental Methods of Analysis | 3 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Introduction to Oil and Gas | 3 | Process Plant Utilities and Operations | 3 |
| Environmental Science | 2 | Industrial Safety Management | 2 |
| Engineering Mechanics | 3 | Diploma Project | 3 |
| Material Science | 3 | Analytical Chemistry | 3 |
| Fluid Mechanics | 3 | Chemical Engineering Principles | 3 |
| Total Credits (6 Courses) | 17 | Total Credits (6 Courses) | 17 |
Students after successful completion of diploma and if they meet the set academic grades can apply for continuing their studies for BEng/ BTech degree program in the same chosen field of study or any other relevant field at NU or any other Higher Education Institutions.
They would also strive to pursue advanced education, and other creative and innovative efforts in science, engineering, and technology to take part in the nation-building initiatives.
Social, recreational and extracurricular services and facilities are fully supported by the college as part of the strategic plan to build graduate competence in terms of grounded individuals who espouse the values of leadership and entrepreneurialism. The students have a plethora of opportunities to engage with established student chapters of professional bodies which aim to expose the students to international professionals to have the benefits of updating with recent technological developments and to interact with engineers and professionals across the world. Additionally, broaden horizons of earning a certification that demonstrates the passion and evidence of specific expertise as a:
The College of Engineering has strong collaboration with local and regional industries like Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), National Innovation Academy, National Aluminium Products Company, Oman Chlorine Company, Asian Paints, Occidental Oman, Oman Fiber Optic Company, Jotun Paints, Shell Oman, Oman gas company, Tebodin, Bio Products Oman SAOC, Galfar, Aspen Technology Inc. The collaborating industries offer support to our students by providing industrial internship opportunities, and site visits, sharing real-world insights by facilitating guest lecturers and workshops, and participating in career fairs. The industry link will ensure our students are equipped with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge by exposing them to the use of sophisticated and specialist equipment during site visits and similar opportunities. Collaboration with reputed universities including University of South Carolina, Glasgow Caledonian University.
We don’t just give students an education and experiences that set them up for success in a career. We help them succeed in their career—to discover a field they’re passionate about and dare to lead it.