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BS in Chemical Engineering in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering is a five-year degree program that equips students with an understanding of both engineering and chemical principles. It also develops proficiency in the design, development, operation, and management of industrial processes. The program develops the students’ skills in analyzing chemical processes, designing effective laboratory experiments to test hypotheses, and interpreting data. 


Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering are encouraged to take the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) strand under the Academic Track. They will learn relevant topics that will be useful in their college life. 


Subjects and Curriculum

  • Advanced Engineering Mathematics in Chemical Engineering
  • Physical Chemistry for Engineers
  • Chemical Engineering Calculations
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
  • Chemical Process Industries
  • Introduction to Particle Technology
  • Chemical Reaction Engineering
  • Laws and Ethics for Chemical Engineers

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

  • The student must be a high school graduate.
However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.
  • The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

  • Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
  • Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
  • Most recent medical and dental health record
  • Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
  • Certificate of Good moral character
  • Copy of honorable dismissal
  • Copy of high school diploma
  • (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of Chemical Engineering are expected to be able to:

  • Solve complex engineering problems using the application of mathematics and science knowledge
  • Conduct engineering procedures professionally and ethically
  • Understand and explain the significance of engineering solutions globally, economically, and environmentally
  • Use up to date techniques, skills, and engineering tools for agricultural engineering procedure
  • Apply engineering and management principles both as a member and a leader in a team
  • Design, execute and enhance integrated systems including people, materials, information, equipment, and energy
  • Understand at least one specialized field of chemical engineering

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in a company, organization, or agency that specializes in chemical engineering practices and procedures. 

Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.


Board Exam

To become a Registered Chemical Engineer in the Philippines, a graduate of BS in Chemical Engineering needs to pass the Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination. The examination is conducted by the Board of Chemical Engineering under the supervision of the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC).


Career Opportunities

Graduates of Chemical Engineering may pursue a career path in various development and agricultural companies or government agencies that needs specialized Chemical Engineering services. They may apply for roles such as a chemical engineer, manufacturing engineer, plant process engineer, and quality control engineer, process safety engineer, or even a chemical engineering professor.

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Reviews of BS in Chemical Engineering graduates:

V. C.
◈ Studied Bs in Chemical Engineering
◈ At University of the Philippines Diliman
◈ Graduated 2007

list bulletWhy did I choose Chemical Engineering: I wanted to be an Engineer major in Aerospace. Through the deep modernization of chemicals, materials and substances used in the industry I can definitely maximize my full potenital and apply all knowledges that I will learn during my college life. And I like my life to revolve around chemical things.

list bulletAbout my college education: Advanced chemical engineering knowledge. The designing, the development and the construction of the chemical structure of materials and equipment that will be used for construction of Airplanes and Aero related things. Subjects are pretty destroying to the brain but the Good part is the End result I will be the best Chemical Engineer that may be .

Traits? Well... you should be smart, initiative, excellent intuition and very good decision making.

list bulletMy current job: I am an Aerospace Engineer in NAIA.
My task involves the designing and constuction of the airplanes and equipments used there.

list bulletAm I using what I learned in college: Definitely all of it. The ideas, the knowledge, theories, chemical involvement. Almost the whole of it because if you missed on thing it might cost you the lives of many people.

list bulletHow long did it take to find a job: 10-11 months. Because I took up the Licensure exam and passed it. Also it takes a lot of time to be hired inside this kind of Job.

list bulletDo I recommend studying Chemical Engineering: Employment - it depends because it is difficult to find a job like this especially this jobs are for professionals and no joking around.

Salary Level - high. even if you are a rookie the pay is very generous and you will be rich in less than a year.

Career - Honestly this is what I believe is the best Goal setting career EVER.

list bulletAdvice to people who are thinking of studying this course: Advice that I can give, Work Hard, Study Hard, understand every lessons given and put it into heart and mind.
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