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Chemical Process Technology (Chemical Engineering)

Forth Valley College

Venues

Falkirk Campus

Content

This course combines the theoretical aspects of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, with the principles and practices relevant to the modern chemical and process industries.

Year 1:
Principles of Chemical Engineering; Process Chemistry; Laboratory Skills; Fundamental Chemistry; Heat Transfer; Distillation; Engineering mathematics; Physical/Organic/Inorganic Chemistry; Project/Research work.

Year 2:
Advanced level Chemistry; Advanced level Chemical Engineering; Project/Research work.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers including Chemistry + 4 subjects at National 5 including English and Maths; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview and a maths and practical test.

Progression Routes

Year 3 of a relevant degree programme through the college's articulation links.

Start Date

August

Qualification

HND

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

2 years

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

8

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy