Undergraduate Programme
UH4520001
Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Oil and Gas)

A Brief Programme Information
Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Oil and Gas) at Universiti Malaysia Sabah is a 3 years programme study which mainly covers the downstream activities in oil and gas industry. This program is designed to produce graduates with state-of-the-art knowledge and skills required to work as a process technician in oil and gas industries. This programme will have direct industry involvement, including industry advisory panels, guest lectures, industrial visit, final year project and industrial training.
The programme includes theoretical and practical studies which cover process and production operation, processing instrumentation maintenance and testing, and safety. The major programme courses include Hydrocarbon Chemistry; Engineering Science; Health, Safety and Environment; Fluid Mechanics; Thermodynamics; Separation Process; Process Utility and Facilities; Process Control and Instrumentation; Introduction to Oil and Gas Engineering; Acts, Regulations and Codes of Practices; Oil and Gas Production Operations; Oil and Gas Transportation and Storage; and Operation and Maintenance Management.
3-year programme
Accredited by ETAC
- Programme Educational Objectives
- Programme Outcome
- Course Structure
- Career Prospects
- Entry Requirements
PEO1: Professionalism
Graduate of the programme will establish themselves as practicing technical assistants in Chemical Engineering related fields
PEO2: Personal Advancement
Graduate of the programme will pursue their growth through degrees and involvements in competency bodies.
PEO3: Corporate Societal Responsibility
Graduate of the programme will contribute to sustainable development through innovative homegrown technologies to serve the needs of the society and the nation as a whole.
PO1: Knowledge
Apply knowledge of applied mathematics, applied science, engineering fundamentals and oil and gas engineering operational principles to the solution of well-defined engineering problems;
PO2: Problem Analysis
Identify and analyse well-defined engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using codified methods of analysis specific to oil and gas engineering related operations;
PO3: Design/Development of Solution
Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the design of systems, components or processes to meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations;
PO4: Investigation
Conduct investigations of well-defined problems; locate and search relevant codes and catalogues, conduct standard tests and measurements;
PO5: Modern Tool Usage
Apply appropriate techniques, resources and modem engineering and IT tools to well-defined engineering problems, with an awareness of the limitations;
PO6: The Engineer and Society
Demonstrate knowledge of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to engineering technician practice and solutions to well-defined engineering problems;
PO7: Environment and Sustainability
Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of engineering technician work in the solution of well-defined engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts;
PO8: Ethics
Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of technician practice.
PO9: Individual and Team Work
Function effectively as an individual and as a member in diverse technical teams.
PO10: Communication
Communicate effectively on well-defined engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, by being able to comprehend the work of others, document their own work, and give receive clear instruction.
PO11: Project Management and Finance
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s work, as a member or leader in a technical team and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
PO12: Life-Long Learning
Recognize the need for and have the ability to engage in independent updating in the context of specialized technical knowledge.
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- Oil and Gas Operator
- Oil and Gas Contractor
- Process Technician
- Process Supervisor
- Engineer Assistant
- General Technician
- Plant and Machine Operator
- Health and Safety Officer
- Government Sectors
Lepasan SPM
Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred C /6C pada peringkat SPM dalam mata pelajaran berikut;
● Fizik
● Matematik / Matematik Tambahan
● Kimia / Biologi / Lukisan Kejuruteraan
Dan
Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred E/ 8E pada peringkat SPM dalam mata pelajaran berikut;
● Bahasa Inggeris
Dan
Calon tidak mempunyai ketidakupayaan penglihatan dan tidak mempunyai ketidakupayaan fizikal yang menyukarkan kerja praktikal dan amali.