Program Overview
Chemical engineers are involved in the manufacture of products such as fuel, petrochemicals, cosmetics, plastics, processed foods and medicine so that we can enjoy and reap the benefits of scientific discoveries. They hold crucial responsibilities in the process industry such as running plant operations, designing reactors and process equipment, improving efficiency as well as looking into the safety and environmental aspects of processes.
This course will equip you with knowledge and skills in chemistry and analytical chemistry, and laboratory techniques so that you will be well trained to do research and testing for the Chemical Industry. During your practical training, you will be trained in chemical process technology, occupational safety and health, and environmental technology so that you will be able operate and optimise manufacturing systems that produces the daily products that we use in our daily lives.
This part qualification is aimed primarily at giving the learner technical, theoretical knowledge, practical knowledge and workplace knowledge and skills required in their chosen occupational/vocational area.
The design of the part qualification is such that if taken sequentially with related N part courses i.e. N4+N5+N6, it enables learners to progressively obtain the National N Diploma once the required practical work component of either 18 months or two years, as required for the specific occupational area, is completed.
Why study with us?
We provide high quality academic trainings that will enable you to get qualified in your chosen field; you will also be provided with a solid foundation to help you build your career or business. We’ll help you achieve your ambitions no matter how big they are and at the same time open your mind to possibilities you didn’t even know existed. Our standards are very high yet, we are easily accessible and affordable to everyone irrespective of their socio-economic background.
Entry Requirements
- Grade 11 to Matric,
- A senior certificate or
- National Certificate (N3) or a relevant Nated equivalent qualification
- International students with Senior School Certificate can apply.
Program Modules
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Plant Operating Theory
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Practise
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Chemistry
- Chemical Plant Operations
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Plant Operating Theory
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Practise
- Mathematics
- Power Machines
- Chemistry
- Chemical Plant Operations
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Plant Operating Theory
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Practise
- Mathematics
- Power Machines
- Chemistry Technology
- Chemical Plant Operations
Internship Requirement
This programme requires that the student undertakes an internship for a minimum of 18 months in relevant industry after completing the in-class academic study. There is an opportunity for job placement assistance through our industry network after graduating depending on availability.
Qualification Obtainable
On completion of the program, student will receive a certificate for each level completed and subsequently a Diploma in Chemical Engineering. Certificates and Diplomas are awarded by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
Program Accreditation Information
QCTO accreditation No: SDP1220/16/0017
Department of Higher Education and Training accreditation No: 2019/FE07/011
Duration, Study Mode & Intake Dates
Full Time
- Study Duration: 2 Years
- Admission dates: January and July every year
Online & Part Time
- Duration: 2 Years
- Admission dates: January and July every year
Career Opportunities
- Chemical Engineer
- Petroleum Engineer
- Product/process development scientist
- Analytical chemist
- Energy Production Manager
- Materials engineer
- Mining engineer
- Production manager
- Quality manager
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