MENGG CHE Curriculum

Program Background

The Master of Engineering Program (MEng) is a practice-oriented degree program which emphasizes the application of theories and methods to actual problems encountered in the practice of the chemical engineering profession. This program requires mastering a field of specialization through coursework and an industry internship or practicum (capstone) project. The capstone project must demonstrate the application of chemical engineering principles to real-world problems. The project may be a solution to a specific problem in an industry or company, a development project that can be of use to the community, academe or government or non-government organizations.

Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering (MENGGCHE)

Course Requirements
Term 1 2 3 4 5 6
Methods of Research 3 units 3
Advanced Math 6 units 3 3
Specialization Courses 15 units 3 3 3 6
Elective Courses 6 units 3 3
Comprehensive Exam 0 unit 0
Capstone Project 6 units 3 3
Orientation for Non-DLSU graduates (1 unit) (1)
Total 36(1)units 9(1) 9 6 6 3 3

Practicum: CHE8310, CHE8320, CHE8330
Form: EN-31

MENGG CHE Major Courses (Core)

Course Code Course Title Brief Description
CHE612M Advanced Fluid Mechanics This course deals will the advance concepts of momentum transfer, mechanics and dynamics of the flow system. This applies concepts of transport phenomena to simulate and characterize the behavior of the flow of fluids and transfer of momentum.
CHE613M Advanced Heat Transfer The course deals with the study of the fundamental concepts of steady-state heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation. After the review off the fundamental concepts, application of the concepts in designs of heat exchangers, evaporators and radiators will be introduced. It also includes an introduction to transient heat transfer and heat exchanger network synthesis (Pinch Technology).
CHE614M Advanced Mass Transfer This course reviews the basic principles of mass transfer and updates on its current trends. Both molecular and macroscopic principles will be covered highlighting the unifying principles underlying mass transport and properties. Here, the students will also be exposed to new and timely research topics related to mass transfer. For PhD, a different set of requirements will be given.
CHE615M Advanced Reaction Engineering The course consists of (1) a review of the fundamentals of chemical reaction kinetics and chemical reactor design; (2) an overview of mass- and heat-transport effects in multi-phase systems;(3) an overview of chemical reactor dynamics and steady-state analysis.
CHE616M Optimization Methods in Chemical Engineering This subject covers various optimization concepts and methodologies applied to the design and synthesis of various engineering systems. Techniques are illustrated using case studies through a variety of learning strategies, including lectures on theoretical foundations and problem-based learning through realistic case studies solved with appropriate computer software. Students may also be asked to attend alternative classes, or do independent study where appropriate.
CHE618M Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics This course deals with the properties of fluids and mixtures, concentrating on solution thermodynamics. A review of the fundamental principles of equilibrium, laws of thermodynamics, and application of molecular concepts constitutes the introduction to the course. Computer-based software will also be incorporated. An introduction to statistical thermodynamics will also be included.
CHE681M Advanced Process Control In the early part of the course a review of basic process control theories will be done. After the review, then advance concepts such as cascade control, Feedforward Feedback Control, Smit Predictor, Internal Mode Control and other advance control strategies will be discussed. Discrete control analysis will be introduced. Computing tools for control such as Matlab and other process simulations software will be introduced. The students will learn simulations of simple and complex systems using Control Toolbox or Matlab Simulink. Simulation and control of various chemical engineering processes will be introduced.

MENGG CHE Major Courses

Course Code Course Title Brief Description
CHE621M Membrane Separation Process This course will enable students to understand basic principles in membrane science and technology. The topics to be covered include the basic principle common to all membrane processes (membrane science) and the different industrial membrane separation process (membrane technology). Key concepts that will be covered include the different membrane separation mechanisms, the different transport models, membrane materials and preparations, and the current membrane technology (i.e., microfiltration, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, gas separation, pervaporation, ion-exchange membrane, etc.).
CHE631M Electrochemical Process Theory of Electrolytic and electro-chemical process under ideal and non-ideal conditions is discussed applications in chemical synthesis, electricity generation and other fields are covered.
CHE664M Waste Water Engineering This course covers municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment. Topics include water processing, characteristics of wastewater, requirements for disposal, wastewater treatment involving physical, chemical, biological, and advanced treatment processes and sludge processing. Emphasis is given to design and operational parameters. A wastewater treatment Plant Design Project is required.
CHE686M Product and Process Design for Environmental Engineering The course is an introductory course of design for environment (DfE) as applied to the assessment of product or process alternatives. DfE is undertaken using life cycle analysis (LCA) and other sustainability concepts (e.g., P2/CP or pollution prevention/cleaner production) that are illustrated through case studies, software demos, and product dissection projects. An integrated, problem-based approach is employed and students are expected to make use of available LCA programs for the analysis of real or realistic case studies.
CHE694M Green Process Engineering: Progress and Development This course aims to update the techniques and unit operations on chemical and process engineering to improve the sustainability of process design and engineering, as well as to appreciate why it is needed. Here, new and embellish concepts and unit operations that can be applied to a range of industries will be presented and how these can be applied to specific industries thereafter will be shown.
CHE710M Energy Engineering This course deals with the world and national energy resources, conversion, uses, conservation techniques (at home, in transportation, and in industrial and commercial sectors), and interfuel substitution.
CHE818M Advances in Tissue Engineering for Regenerative Medicine The course covers principles and practice of tissue engineering in the context of regenerative medicine. It reviews biomolecular features of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and the underpinnings of cell-cell and cell-ECM interactions to help guide in the material design and strategies for synthesis of tissue scaffolds for organ and tissue regeneration. Differentiated cell types and stem cells are discussed and compared as are natural and synthetic bioscaffolds. Methods for fabricating tissue-engineered products for implantation are discussed. Examples of tissue engineering-based procedures employed clinically are tackled as case studies.
CHE820M Special Topics in Chemical Engineering This course deals with the various topics in chemical engineering focused on a particular area of specialization. Its objective is to enhance the understanding on specialized and timely topics in chemical engineering.

Other Courses

Course Code Course Title Brief Description
COE5000 Engineering Orientation The course includes topics on the DLSU history, mission statement, organizational structure, key officers/offices; the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the life and writings of St. John Baptist de la Salle; Lasallian core values and professional ethics.
COE5200 Methods of Research A study of the fundamentals of research designs, analysis and interpretations of data, project feasibility studies, and qualitative research techniques.
COE571M Techpreneurship This course takes the participant through entrepreneurship in technology ventures, which is about commercializing technology ideas into viable enterprises. It is about training techies, scientists and researchers in the skills and attitudes of entrepreneurs, about empowering them to realize the opportunities and commercial values arising from their ideas, technologies, technology applications or products. The course examines the development of ideas and how these are translated into opportunities and eventually businesses; it challenges the students to go through the process of writing a business plan, which will be their final output in this course.

Math Courses

Course Code Course Title Brief Description
COE5310 Advanced Mathematical Methods Review of linear algebra and linear differential equation, existence and uniqueness, autonomous systems, phase portraits, nonlinear system, linearization, stability, perturbation, chaos and bifurcation.
COE5320 Numerical Methods with Computer Programming and Application Matrix computations, roots of linear and non-linear system, interpolation, numerical integration and differentiation, predictor connector, and Runge Kutta Methods, finite difference methods and introduction to finite element methods.
COE5100 Statistical Analysis and Design Basic Research Methods; analysis of variance and covariance; Experimental Design; Advanced Regression Analysis; Non-Parametric Test.