Diploma in Process Operations and Maintenance

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.

Program Description:

The Diploma in Process Operations and Maintenance is designed for individuals seeking a two-year qualification, as well as for students currently enrolled in the existing four-year degree program. This full-time program spans four semesters (two years) and requires the successful completion of 66 credits as outlined in the curriculum. The diploma also includes a mandatory industry orientation program and internship to provide practical exposure. It is aligned with Oman’s National Qualifications Framework and reflects the objectives and standards set by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MoHERI) and other relevant stakeholders.

VISION

“To produce diploma  graduates of Process Operations and Maintenance Engineering who will take the lead  in employment and entrepreneurship and to achieve regional and international recognition”

MISSION

1. Equip students with knowledge and practical skills which fully support the need of industrial market
2. Enhance the personal and business skills as well as the long-life learning skills required for effective communication and success in engineering industries and businesses
3. Develop the partnership programs with industry through research and professional development

4. Enhance public awareness and advancement of engineering knowledge through promoting local and international communication channels

Program Objectives

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 Process Operations and Maintenance program is a two-year degree program for those who want to gain knowledge in a focused area of Process Operations and Maintenance 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 process operations and maintenance  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 graduates within few years after graduation from the college.

1. PEO 01:Develop successful careers and practice process operations and maintenance and related fields in a broad range of industries.
2. PEO 02:Successfully complete or pursue advanced education, research and development, and other creative and innovative efforts in science, engineering, and technology.
3. PEO 03:Participate as leaders with intellectual strength, creativity, professional skills and lifelong learning adaptable to the contemporary regional and global needs.
4. PEO 04:Conduct themselves as both responsible professionals and global citizens who understand ethical issues, environment and societal needs

Extra curricular activities :

The college fully supports social, recreational, and extracurricular activities as part of its strategic plan to develop well-rounded graduates who embody leadership and entrepreneurial values. Students have numerous opportunities to engage with established student chapters of professional organizations, providing exposure to international professionals and enabling them to stay updated with the latest technological advancements. These interactions also allow students to network with engineers and experts worldwide. Additionally, students can pursue certifications that showcase their skills, passion, and proficiency in specific areas, further enhancing their professional profile.

The Professional Student Chapter Bodies are

1. Society of Petroleum Engineers
2. American Institute of Chemical Engineers
3. Institution of Mechanical Engineers
4. American Society of Mechanical Engineers