Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Chemical engineering is crucial to various industries, including energy, petrochemicals, healthcare, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and much more. It involves designing, developing, and implementing processes to convert raw materials into valuable products such as fuels, renewable energy, polymers, foods, medicines, cosmetics, etc. Chemical Engineers have become increasingly significant due to the growing need for sustainable and renewable energy sources. If you're interested in a field that is highly rewarding and has broad applications, a chemical engineering degree is the perfect choice. The BS in Chemical Engineering program at AURAK offers students the flexibility to specialize further by choosing a concentration in Petroleum Engineering, equipping them with advanced knowledge tailored to the energy sector.
Program Duration
4 Years
133 Credit hours
Intake Commences
Tuition Fees*
65,200AED / 17,751 USD (per year)
Overview
AURAK’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering provides students with fundamental chemical engineering concepts, including thermodynamics, transport phenomena, chemical reaction engineering, process designing, optimization, and simulation. Through various opportunities, including internships and research projects, students can apply their skills and gain real-world experience in the field. Graduates of the Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering program can look forward to numerous career opportunities in related fields such as oil and gas, materials science, environmental engineering, nuclear engineering, and biotechnology.

The BS in Chemical Engineering program at AURAK offers students the flexibility to specialize further by choosing a concentration in Petroleum Engineering, equipping them with advanced knowledge tailored to the energy sector.
Program Mission
The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering program at AURAK educates students to become qualified engineers who are capable of generating effective solutions using engineering approaches in the field of Chemical Engineering. The graduates of the program will be well-versed in technology and social and environmental issues.
To fulfill this mission, the program provides the undergraduate student with a thorough foundation in the basic tenets of Chemical Engineering and technologies and a broad introduction to chemistry, engineering materials, thermal sciences, reaction and separation sciences, energy and environment protection, and chemical systems. The program provides a strong background for graduate study in diverse areas branching out of the Chemical Engineering field. The technical focus is complemented with topics in general education leading to a well-rounded member of the global society.
Program Goals
The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) describe the expected accomplishments of the graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. The PEOs have been derived from and support the mission statement of AURAK. The chemical engineering program has a strong focus on the integration of engineering, science, and process design with complementary areas of study in environmental engineering, fuels and energy, pharmaceutical, petrochemicals, materials, and renewable energy.
The graduates of the Chemical Engineering Program are expected to:
- Pursue a successful professional career in engineering, scientific, or complementary disciplines through technical competence, effective communication, teamwork, and leadership;
- Engaged in creating a positive impact with sufficient awareness of the ethical, cultural, legal, and environmental issues; and
- Maintain a lifelong interest in learning for personal and professional development.
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NUMBER OF ENROLLED STUDENTS | |
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TERM | COUNT |
Fall 2022 (Census: September) | 46 |
Spring 2022 (Census: February) | 38 |
Fall 2021 (Census: September) | 34 |
Spring 2021 (Census: February) | 31 |
Fall 2020 (Census: September) | 27 |
3 | NUMBER OF GRADUATES | ||
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Spring 2022 | Summer 2022 | Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded (AY 2021-2022) | Fall 2021 |
2 | – | 5 | 3 |
Spring 2021 | Summer 2021 | Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded (AY 2020-2021) | Fall 2020 |
4 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
Sample Four Year Study Plan
Our program provides a well-rounded education that combines foundational and specialized courses and a mandatory internship module. Students gain theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and valuable hands-on experience in a real-world setting. This equips them with the tools they need to succeed in their careers and make a positive impact in their communities.
First Semester
This is a calculus-based physics course covering the fundamental principles of mechanics. It concentrates on the conservation of energy, the particle motion, the collisions, the rotation of solid bodies, simple machines and on the fluid mechanics. The focus lies on the resolution of one and twodimensional mechanical problems.
This course is intended to be taken with Physics 110. It primarily includes experiments on classical mechanics. Particular emphasis is placed on laboratory technique, data collection and analysis and on reporting.
Pre-requisite(s): ENGL 099 or passing English Placement Test
English 101 provides students with intensive practice in drafting, revising, and editing expository essays for an academic audience. Using logical, rhetorical, and linguistic structures in their writing, students also develop their ability to think creatively, critically, and independently. Throughout the course, students engage in reading texts, evaluating sources, using their reading to form their own opinions, preparing research papers, and employing the MLA documentation style to avoid plagiarism.
Introduces engineering profession fundamentals and problem solving. Topics include description of engineering disciplines, functions of the engineer, professionalism, ethics and registration, problem solving and representation of technical information, estimation and approximations, and analysis and design.
The concept of derivative (instantaneous rate of change) is an essential factor in solving real-world problems. One of the objectives of this course is to understand the conceptual foundation of derivative, and learn different techniques of computing the derivative, as well as learning how to apply it to solve real-world problems. Another objective is to understand the concept of integration and learn basic integration technique.
This course provides laboratory techniques to accompany General Chemistry I
Second Semester
ARAB 101 - Arabic Language and Culture for Non- Native Learners I (3 Credits)
Beginner Level Arabic Language and Culture 1 is the first in a four-course beginner and intermediate Arabic language sequence specifically tailored to the needs of non-native Arabic language students in the English and Mass Communication Programs (though any non-native learner of Arabic may enroll). This course introduces the student to the Arabic alphabet and the basics of reading and writing in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Instruction in the language is enriched by reference to cultural themes and visits to sites of cultural importance.
ARAB 110 - Arabic Language and Culture for Native Arabic Speakers I (3 Credits)
Arabic literature has developed many traditions though originating from a common source. The course is an introduction to representative texts from contemporary Arab writers, and their connections with the traditions of the past. The method is comparative, with a study of literary, political social and religious aspects, as well as the application of a theoretical framework of analysis.
This course covers techniques and applications of integration, transcendental functions, infinite sequences and series and parametric equations.
The course provides an introduction to the basic sources and historical contexts for the origins of Islam; some of the basic spiritual principles expressed in those sources; the contexts and practices that exemplify the spiritual principles; contributions Islam has made to civilization and to the political, social and cultural identity of the UAE. It will illustrate the concept of Islamic studies through a global, interdisciplinary and comparative approach and examine contemporary global and local issues that impact and are impacted by Islamic culture.
Co-requisite: None
This second calculus-based physics course includes a detailed study of the fundamental principles of classical electricity and magnetism, as well as an introduction to electromagnetic waves. The course's focus targets the resolution of dc- and alternating circuits.
This course is intended to accompany Physics 220. It includes experiments on electricity, magnetism and RLC circuits. Particular emphasis is placed on three aspects of experimentation: laboratory technique, data analysis (including the treatment of statistical and systematic errors) and written communication of experimental procedures and results.
This course is an introductory course on Python programming. This course equips student with essential programming skills while emphasizing Python as a versatile problem-solving tool. Topics include core operations, data types, input/output techniques, conditional statements, control structures, lists, functions, and string manipulations, GUI programming and Phyton libraries usage.
This course empowers student to handle complex equations and linear and nonlinear systems, engage with real-world engineering applications, and solve and optimize them using computational tools. it provides an introductory exploration of MATLAB and VBA in Excel, with a focus on data visualization, mathematical problem-solving, and tool customization. It's ideal for engineers looking to learn computational methods and apply them to engineering problems.
First Semester
This course covers the foundations of chemical concepts including: solutions, chemical reactions, acid base equilibrium, acids and bases, quantum theory of atoms, solubility and complex-ion equilibrium, chemistry of main group elements, polymer chemistry, and introduction of organic and nuclear chemistry, transition elements and coordination complexes
This course introduces Laboratory techniques and reactions arranged to accompany CHEM-213. This laboratory course provides experience in physical /chemical measurement, synthesis based experiments, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
This course covers systems of linear equations, linear independence, linear transformations, inverse of a matrix, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalization.
This course aims at equipping the next generation of leaders in the UAE with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and its related core skills. The course combines three main points: design thinking, entrepreneurship, and growth and leadership.
Co-requisite: BIOL 113
Introduction to cell chemistry, metabolism, and genetics.
Second Semester
Pre-requisites: CHEM 211
Co-requisites: IENG 231
This course provides a foundation in Organic Chemistry and includes the theoretical and synthetic aspects of the chemistry of carbon compounds.
This course provides hands-on laboratory experience in techniques and chemical reactions in organic chemistry that accompany CHEM 215. The course includes basic techniques for the preparation, isolation, purification, inter-conversion, and spectroscopic study of common classes of organic compounds.
This course covers first-order ODEs, higher-order ODEs, Laplace transforms, linear systems, nonlinear systems, numerical approximations, and modeling.
This course introduces the students to chemical engineering profession and basic calculations in mass and energy balance; phase equilibrium; and process flow sheeting. It includes applications on reactive and non-reactive chemical processes. Computer programs are used to implement these topics.
Properties of fluids, flow regimes, pressure and force calculations under hydrostatic conditions, manometers, buoyancy and stability of floating and submerged bodies, elementary fluid dynamics, conservation equations: mass, energy and momentum, continuity and Bernoulli equations, hydraulic gradient line and total energy line, linear and angular momentum equations.
Summer Semester
Supervised field experience of professional-level duties for 180 to 240 hours at an approved internship site under the guidance of a designated site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor.
Petroleum Engineering Concentration
First Semester
This course covers the foundations of chemical concepts including: solutions, chemical reactions, acid base equilibrium, acids and bases, quantum theory of atoms, solubility and complex-ion equilibrium, chemistry of main group elements, polymer chemistry, and introduction of organic and nuclear chemistry, transition elements and coordination complexes
This course introduces Laboratory techniques and reactions arranged to accompany CHEM-213. This laboratory course provides experience in physical /chemical measurement, synthesis based experiments, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
This course covers systems of linear equations, linear independence, linear transformations, inverse of a matrix, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalization.
Second Semester
Pre-requisites: CHEM 211
This course provides a foundation in Organic Chemistry and includes the theoretical and synthetic aspects of the chemistry of carbon compounds.
This course covers first-order ODEs, higher-order ODEs, Laplace transforms, linear systems, nonlinear systems, numerical approximations, and modeling.
This course introduces the students to chemical engineering profession and basic calculations in mass and energy balance; phase equilibrium; and process flow sheeting. It includes applications on reactive and non-reactive chemical processes. Computer programs are used to implement these topics.
Properties of fluids, flow regimes, pressure and force calculations under hydrostatic conditions, manometers, buoyancy and stability of floating and submerged bodies, elementary fluid dynamics, conservation equations: mass, energy and momentum, continuity and Bernoulli equations, hydraulic gradient line and total energy line, linear and angular momentum equations.
Fundamental properties of reservoir rocks, namely porosity, compressibility, permeability, electric conductivity, fluid saturation, surface forces and capillary pressure, effective and relative permeability, and their applications in volumetric and flow calculations in petroleum reservoirs. Fundamental properties of reservoir fluids, namely oil, natural gas, and formation water. The course covers hydrocarbon phase behavior, equations of state, formation volume factors, gas solubility, types of vaporization, K values, and gas separation.
Summer Semester
Supervised field experience of professional-level duties for 180 to 240 hours at an approved internship site under the guidance of a designated site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor.
First Semester
This course will focus on computer applications in chemical engineering including available software packages. Students will be introduced to the applications of software packages such as such as E-Z solve, Polymath, MATLAB, COMSOL, MATHCAD, Hysys, Aspen Plus for solving systems of algebraic and differential equations related to chemical engineering processes.
The course introduces principles of statistics and probability for undergraduate students in Engineering. The course covers the basic concepts of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, expected values, joint probability distributions, and independence. The course also covers statistical methods and topics including data summary and description techniques, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
This course will introduce the concepts of physical chemistry, properties of gases, first and second law of thermodynamics, physical transformation, phase diagram, chemical equilibrium, atomic structure and spectra, molecular structure, spectroscopy, chemical reactions, statistical thermodynamics, kinetics and dynamics of chemical reactions.
Introductions to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. Lab techniques and reactions arranged to accompany Physical Chemistry.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 113
Principles of economic analysis and methods in engineering including: time value of money, discounted cash flow techniques equivalence, economic measures of worth, single and multiple alternatives evaluation and selection, replacement decisions, cost estimation, equipment depreciation, the use of Minimum Attractive Rate of Return MARR and Benefit/cost analysis.
Second Semester
PHIL 100 - Critical Thinking and Reasoning (3 Credits)
This introduction to basic principles of reasoning and critical thinking enhances the learner's abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning in everyday life and in academic disciplines. The course explores such topics as inductive and deductive reasoning, the nature and function of definitions, fallacy types, statistic use and misuse, and the rudiments of logic.ENGL 200 - Advanced Composition (3 Credits)
This course builds on the general college-level writing skills and strategies students have acquired in earlier courses, and prepares them to do advanced level analysis and writing specifically within their major field and their possible future workplaces.
This course aims to introduce the principles of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and illustrate their application to design of chemical process plants. The content comprises the fundamentals of thermodynamics, such as thermodynamic properties (energy, entropy, enthalpy, heat capacity, etc.), the first and second law of thermodynamics (energy and entropy balance), heat of reactions, etc., thermodynamics of ideal and non-ideal gases and liquids, vapor-liquid equilibrium and thermodynamics of chemical processes.
This course provides a detailed analysis to the principles of chemical kinetics, and reactor analysis and design. The course covers kinetics of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions, design of isothermal reactors such as Batch, Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) and Plug Flow Reactor (PFR). Other topics include data collection and handling, non-isothermal reactor design and multiple reactions. The last part of the course considers homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic reactions. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and the laboratory scale chemical reactors through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering Laboratory facility.
Co-Requisite: CHEN 351
This course covers molecular and convective steady- and unsteady- state mass transfer, interfacial mass transfer and continuous and stage-wise contact operations, with applications in absorption, stripping, and humidification. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and experimental design of mass transfer equipment through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering unit operation facility.
Co-Requisite: CHEN 371
Summer Semester
This is one of two supervised field experience of professional-level duties where each is for 240 to 320 hours (8 weeks) of full-time training at approved internship sites. The internship takes place under the guidance of a designate site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor. In addition to the regular reports during the internship, students must present their activities and learning experiences at the end of the internship.
Petroleum Engineering Concentration
First Semester
This course will focus on computer applications in chemical engineering including available software packages. Students will be introduced to the applications of software packages such as such as E-Z solve, Polymath, MATLAB, COMSOL, MATHCAD, Hysys, Aspen Plus for solving systems of algebraic and differential equations related to chemical engineering processes.
PHIL 100 - Critical Thinking and Reasoning (3 Credits)
This introduction to basic principles of reasoning and critical thinking enhances the learner's abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning in everyday life and in academic disciplines. The course explores such topics as inductive and deductive reasoning, the nature and function of definitions, fallacy types, statistic use and misuse, and the rudiments of logic.ENGL 200 - Advanced Composition (3 Credits)
This course builds on the general college-level writing skills and strategies students have acquired in earlier courses, and prepares them to do advanced level analysis and writing specifically within their major field and their possible future workplaces.
This course will introduce the concepts of physical chemistry, properties of gases, first and second law of thermodynamics, physical transformation, phase diagram, chemical equilibrium, atomic structure and spectra, molecular structure, spectroscopy, chemical reactions, statistical thermodynamics, kinetics and dynamics of chemical reactions.
Pre-requisite(s): MATH 113
Principles of economic analysis and methods in engineering including: time value of money, discounted cash flow techniques equivalence, economic measures of worth, single and multiple alternatives evaluation and selection, replacement decisions, cost estimation, equipment depreciation, the use of Minimum Attractive Rate of Return MARR and Benefit/cost analysis.
Second Semester
This course aims to introduce the principles of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and illustrate their application to design of chemical process plants. The content comprises the fundamentals of thermodynamics, such as thermodynamic properties (energy, entropy, enthalpy, heat capacity, etc.), the first and second law of thermodynamics (energy and entropy balance), heat of reactions, etc., thermodynamics of ideal and non-ideal gases and liquids, vapor-liquid equilibrium and thermodynamics of chemical processes.
This course provides a detailed analysis to the principles of chemical kinetics, and reactor analysis and design. The course covers kinetics of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions, design of isothermal reactors such as Batch, Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) and Plug Flow Reactor (PFR). Other topics include data collection and handling, non-isothermal reactor design and multiple reactions. The last part of the course considers homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic reactions. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and the laboratory scale chemical reactors through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering Laboratory facility.
This course covers molecular and convective steady- and unsteady- state mass transfer, interfacial mass transfer and continuous and stage-wise contact operations, with applications in absorption, stripping, and humidification. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and experimental design of mass transfer equipment through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering unit operation facility.
Prerequisite(s): CIEN 251
The course aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of petroleum well drilling procedures, its mechanics, and design methodology. The course covers topics include rock characteristics, drilling fluids and its properties, components of rotary drilling rig, drilling hydraulics, pore pressure, fracture pressure,
This course deals with material balance (MB) techniques to estimate reserves. Topics include generalized MB equations, fluid drive mechanisms, selection of PVT data, water influx, flow through porous media, displacement of oil, fractional flow, and oil recovery by internal drive.
Prerequisite(s): CIEN 251
This course covers basic well performance calculations necessary for the design and analysis of naturally flowing and artificially lifted wells, and the handling of the produced oil, water and gas at the surface. Topics include Inflow Performance Relationship (IPR), Tubing Performance Relationship (TPR), Flowline Performance Relationship (FPR), Choke Performance Relationship (CPR), Gas-Lift, and Electric Submersible Pumps (ESP). It also covers phase behavior of water/hydrocarbon systems, surface production facilities, oil, water and gas separations, flash calculations, separator sizing and design.
Summer Semester
This is one of two supervised field experience of professional-level duties where each is for 240 to 320 hours (8 weeks) of full-time training at approved internship sites. The internship takes place under the guidance of a designate site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor. In addition to the regular reports during the internship, students must present their activities and learning experiences at the end of the internship.
First Semester
Sources of hazard in chemical and petroleum industry, management of safety and loss prevention, safety programs and safety rules, typical and sources of pollutant in chemical and petroleum operations, environmental protection, rules and regulation.
Co-Requisite: CHEN 472
This course aims to introduce the fundamental principles of Separation Processes through examining both equilibrium-controlled separation processes as well as separation processes that involve both mass transport and equilibrium considerations. In order to probe the key concepts in depth, the course will focus primarily on binary and multicomponent distillation, leaching, absorption, membranes and liquid-liquid extraction. Furthermore, Computer instruction will be employed throughout the course to illustrate important characteristics of these separation systems.
Application of chemical engineering principles to the development of process flow diagrams including flow and process conditions. Estimation of capital and manufacturing cost and application of heuristic methods to the design of process equipment. Design of heat and separation sequences of chemical processes. Utilization of process simulators to develop process flow diagram and size equipment.
Pre-Requisite: CHEN 312
Co-Requisite: CHEN 472
Pre-requisite(s): Senior Standing
Each student will be required to complete a design project before graduation. The project is to emphasize fundamentals of chemical engineering and allow an element of original work by each student. Work includes data collection, analysis, calculation, design and presentation of the work in a detailed technical report. Students must present and defend their project in oral presentation. Current practices in the chemical engineering field are discussed through guest lectures.
Second Semester
This course aims to introduce process dynamics and principles of control for chemical processes. Topics covered include block diagrams, Laplace transforms, development of dynamic equations for elements of control loops, transient response of feed-back systems, stability characteristics of dynamic systems, gain and phase margins. In addition to development of process characterization using mathematical models, controller design, and implementation.
Pre-Requisite: CHEN 481
Pre-Requisite: ENGR 200
The Senior Design Project entails team work involving development of a two-semester long workflow that includes designing, implementing and evaluate the propose solution to a certain engineering problem. The design work may involve process design and testing, or simulation workflow design related to one or more chemical engineering activities, such as, reaction, separation, mass or heat transfer and dynamic and control with due consideration of economic, environmental and societal impacts. The SDP- II entails finalizing the tasks planed in SDP- I. Students must present their work in a detailed technical report and defend their project in oral presentation.
Engineering ethics, professionalism, the role of engineers in society, current topics, and employment opportunities.
Petroleum Engineering Concentration
First Semester
Co-Requisite: CHEN 472
This course aims to introduce the fundamental principles of Separation Processes through examining both equilibrium-controlled separation processes as well as separation processes that involve both mass transport and equilibrium considerations. In order to probe the key concepts in depth, the course will focus primarily on binary and multicomponent distillation, leaching, absorption, membranes and liquid-liquid extraction. Furthermore, Computer instruction will be employed throughout the course to illustrate important characteristics of these separation systems.
Application of chemical engineering principles to the development of process flow diagrams including flow and process conditions. Estimation of capital and manufacturing cost and application of heuristic methods to the design of process equipment. Design of heat and separation sequences of chemical processes. Utilization of process simulators to develop process flow diagram and size equipment.
Pre-Requisite: CHEN 312
Co-Requisite: CHEN 472
Pre-requisite(s): Senior Standing
Each student will be required to complete a design project before graduation. The project is to emphasize fundamentals of chemical engineering and allow an element of original work by each student. Work includes data collection, analysis, calculation, design and presentation of the work in a detailed technical report. Students must present and defend their project in oral presentation. Current practices in the chemical engineering field are discussed through guest lectures.
Second Semester
This course aims to introduce process dynamics and principles of control for chemical processes. Topics covered include block diagrams, Laplace transforms, development of dynamic equations for elements of control loops, transient response of feed-back systems, stability characteristics of dynamic systems, gain and phase margins. In addition to development of process characterization using mathematical models, controller design, and implementation.
The Senior Design Project entails team work involving development of a two-semester long workflow that includes designing, implementing and evaluate the propose solution to a certain engineering problem. The design work may involve process design and testing, or simulation workflow design related to one or more chemical engineering activities, such as, reaction, separation, mass or heat transfer and dynamic and control with due consideration of economic, environmental and societal impacts. The SDP- II entails finalizing the tasks planed in SDP- I. Students must present their work in a detailed technical report and defend their project in oral presentation.
Logging is an essential operation to determine the key formation parameters, such as porosity, permeability, reservoir thickness, water saturation. All types of well logging techniques such as Logging while Drilling, Cased Hole Logging, and Production Logging are included. Logs are also run to gain information about well casing and cementing.
This course covers fundamental concepts of reservoir simulation to model single-phase flow in petroleum reservoirs. Topics include reservoir engineering concepts, mathematical concepts, derivation of reservoir flow equations, finite difference approximations, and their solutions, and applications to predict reservoir performance.
Program Learning Outcomes
AURAK has adopted ABET’s student outcomes for the Chemical Engineering Program. The outcomes of the program are for the student to acquire:
Program Accreditations
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ABET (EAC)
The following programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission:
- BS in Computer Engineering
- BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- BS in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering
- BS in Mechanical Engineering
- BS in Chemical Engineering
- BS in Petroleum Engineering
- BS in Electronics and Communications Engineering
- BS in Industrial Engineering
- BS in Electrical Engineering
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Program Requirements
To graduate from our university, students must meet various requirements to receive a well-rounded education. This includes completing University General Education Requirements, School Requirements, and other academic requirements. Experiential learning opportunities, such as internships and research projects, are also important components of our programs.
Degree Requirements | Credits |
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University General Education Requirements | 32 |
School of Engineering Requirements | 32 |
Chemical Engineering Program Requirements | 69 (63 hrs compulsory and 6 hrs technical electives) |
Total | 133 |
University General Education Requirements (32 credit hours)
University General Education Requirements are (32) Credit Hours, as follows:
Orientation Courses (14 credit hours)
UNIV 100 – University Freshman Transition is mandatory for freshmen.
ARAB 101 - Arabic Language and Culture for Non- Native Learners I (3 Credits)
Beginner Level Arabic Language and Culture 1 is the first in a four-course beginner and intermediate Arabic language sequence specifically tailored to the needs of non-native Arabic language students in the English and Mass Communication Programs (though any non-native learner of Arabic may enroll). This course introduces the student to the Arabic alphabet and the basics of reading and writing in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Instruction in the language is enriched by reference to cultural themes and visits to sites of cultural importance.
ARAB 110 - Arabic Language and Culture for Native Arabic Speakers I (3 Credits)
Arabic literature has developed many traditions though originating from a common source. The course is an introduction to representative texts from contemporary Arab writers, and their connections with the traditions of the past. The method is comparative, with a study of literary, political social and religious aspects, as well as the application of a theoretical framework of analysis.
This course introduces students to computers and programming languages and more specifically the C++ language. Besides, this course presents an introduction to the fields of artificial intelligence and data analytics. The topics covered include basic operations, data types, input/output, selection statements, control structures, arrays, functions, strings, knowledge representation, neural networks and natural language, and data summarization and visualization.
This course introduces the use of computer programming as a problem-solving tool in laboratory environment. Topics in procedural programming include, simple data types, input/output, selection statements, control loops, testing, debugging, and programming environments.
Pre-requisite(s): ENGL 099 or passing English Placement Test
English 101 provides students with intensive practice in drafting, revising, and editing expository essays for an academic audience. Using logical, rhetorical, and linguistic structures in their writing, students also develop their ability to think creatively, critically, and independently. Throughout the course, students engage in reading texts, evaluating sources, using their reading to form their own opinions, preparing research papers, and employing the MLA documentation style to avoid plagiarism.
This course aims at equipping the next generation of leaders in the UAE with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and its related core skills. The course combines three main points: design thinking, entrepreneurship, and growth and leadership.
Knowledge Domains (19 Credit Hours)
The knowledge domains are divided into the following three categories: six credit hours from Social and Behavioral Sciences, seven from the Natural Sciences and six from Fine Arts and Humanities.
1. Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
2. Natural Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
The concept of derivative (instantaneous rate of change) is an essential factor in solving real-world problems. One of the objectives of this course is to understand the conceptual foundation of derivative, and learn different techniques of computing the derivative, as well as learning how to apply it to solve real-world problems. Another objective is to understand the concept of integration and learn basic integration technique.
3. Humanities and Fine Arts (6 Credit Hours)
The course provides an introduction to the basic sources and historical contexts for the origins of Islam; some of the basic spiritual principles expressed in those sources; the contexts and practices that exemplify the spiritual principles; contributions Islam has made to civilization and to the political, social and cultural identity of the UAE. It will illustrate the concept of Islamic studies through a global, interdisciplinary and comparative approach and examine contemporary global and local issues that impact and are impacted by Islamic culture.
PHIL 100 - Critical Thinking and Reasoning (3 Credits)
This introduction to basic principles of reasoning and critical thinking enhances the learner's abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning in everyday life and in academic disciplines. The course explores such topics as inductive and deductive reasoning, the nature and function of definitions, fallacy types, statistic use and misuse, and the rudiments of logic.ENGL 200 - Advanced Composition (3 Credits)
This course builds on the general college-level writing skills and strategies students have acquired in earlier courses, and prepares them to do advanced level analysis and writing specifically within their major field and their possible future workplaces.
The fifth writing intensive course for the BS Chemical Engineering is CHEN 422 Chemical Engineering Laboratory II.
School of Engineering Requirements (32 credit hours)
Faculty Requirements are (32) Credit Hours include the following courses:
Introduces engineering profession fundamentals and problem solving. Topics include description of engineering disciplines, functions of the engineer, professionalism, ethics and registration, problem solving and representation of technical information, estimation and approximations, and analysis and design.
This is a calculus-based physics course covering the fundamental principles of mechanics. It concentrates on the conservation of energy, the particle motion, the collisions, the rotation of solid bodies, simple machines and on the fluid mechanics. The focus lies on the resolution of one and twodimensional mechanical problems.
This course is intended to be taken with Physics 110. It primarily includes experiments on classical mechanics. Particular emphasis is placed on laboratory technique, data collection and analysis and on reporting.
This course covers techniques and applications of integration, transcendental functions, infinite sequences and series and parametric equations.
This course covers systems of linear equations, linear independence, linear transformations, inverse of a matrix, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalization.
This course covers first-order ODEs, higher-order ODEs, Laplace transforms, linear systems, nonlinear systems, numerical approximations, and modeling.
Co-requisite: None
This second calculus-based physics course includes a detailed study of the fundamental principles of classical electricity and magnetism, as well as an introduction to electromagnetic waves. The course's focus targets the resolution of dc- and alternating circuits.
This course is intended to accompany Physics 220. It includes experiments on electricity, magnetism and RLC circuits. Particular emphasis is placed on three aspects of experimentation: laboratory technique, data analysis (including the treatment of statistical and systematic errors) and written communication of experimental procedures and results.
The course introduces principles of statistics and probability for undergraduate students in Engineering. The course covers the basic concepts of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, expected values, joint probability distributions, and independence. The course also covers statistical methods and topics including data summary and description techniques, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
Supervised field experience of professional-level duties for 180 to 240 hours at an approved internship site under the guidance of a designated site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor.
This is one of two supervised field experience of professional-level duties where each is for 240 to 320 hours (8 weeks) of full-time training at approved internship sites. The internship takes place under the guidance of a designate site supervisor in coordination with a faculty supervisor. In addition to the regular reports during the internship, students must present their activities and learning experiences at the end of the internship.
Principles of economic analysis and methods in engineering including: time value of money, discounted cash flow techniques equivalence, economic measures of worth, single and multiple alternatives evaluation and selection, replacement decisions, cost estimation, equipment depreciation, the use of Minimum Attractive Rate of Return MARR and Benefit/cost analysis.
This course provides laboratory techniques to accompany General Chemistry I
Chemical Engineering Program Requirements (69 credit hours)
Program Requirements are (69) Credit Hours as follows:
Compulsory: (63 Credit Hours)
Courses include the following:
This course covers the foundations of chemical concepts including: solutions, chemical reactions, acid base equilibrium, acids and bases, quantum theory of atoms, solubility and complex-ion equilibrium, chemistry of main group elements, polymer chemistry, and introduction of organic and nuclear chemistry, transition elements and coordination complexes
This course introduces Laboratory techniques and reactions arranged to accompany CHEM-213. This laboratory course provides experience in physical /chemical measurement, synthesis based experiments, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Co-requisite: BIOL 113
Introduction to cell chemistry, metabolism, and genetics.
This course describes the material science and why should an engineer know about it. It covers: Bonding forces and energies. The structure of crystalline materials, classification of engineering materials, imperfections and defects, diffusions in solids, phase diagrams, heat treatment, mechanical, thermal, corrosive and electrical properties of materials. Moreover, the mechanical failure of engineering materials and the application and processing of metal alloys will be discussed.
This laboratory course provides an introduction to material science that covers the main material experimentations. General introduction and safety procedures are introduced. Physical and mechanical properties will be inspected. This include microstructure, hardness, creep, impact, tensile, compression and torsion test. Further the microstructure/processing properties relationships are also investigated. Steel heat treatments is also included.
This course provides a foundation in Organic Chemistry and includes the theoretical and synthetic aspects of the chemistry of carbon compounds.
This course provides hands-on laboratory experience in techniques and chemical reactions in organic chemistry that accompany CHEM 215. The course includes basic techniques for the preparation, isolation, purification, inter-conversion, and spectroscopic study of common classes of organic compounds.
This course will introduce the concepts of physical chemistry, properties of gases, first and second law of thermodynamics, physical transformation, phase diagram, chemical equilibrium, atomic structure and spectra, molecular structure, spectroscopy, chemical reactions, statistical thermodynamics, kinetics and dynamics of chemical reactions.
Introductions to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. Lab techniques and reactions arranged to accompany Physical Chemistry.
This course will consider the fundamental science of classical thermodynamics and its practical applications. Problem solving will be emphasized, including problem formulation, analytic, and computational solutions. Topics include the first law of thermodynamics, work, heat, properties of substances and state equations, the second law of thermodynamics and applications to engineering systems.
This course introduces the students to chemical engineering profession and basic calculations in mass and energy balance; phase equilibrium; and process flow sheeting. It includes applications on reactive and non-reactive chemical processes. Computer programs are used to implement these topics.
Properties of fluids, flow regimes, pressure and force calculations under hydrostatic conditions, manometers, buoyancy and stability of floating and submerged bodies, elementary fluid dynamics, conservation equations: mass, energy and momentum, continuity and Bernoulli equations, hydraulic gradient line and total energy line, linear and angular momentum equations.
Introduction to heat transfer mechanisms, heat conduction equation, steady heat conduction including the thermal resistance networks, transient heat conduction, lumped systems, fundamental of convection and thermal boundary layers, external and internal forced convection, natural convection, boiling and condensation, thermal radiation, and heat exchangers.
This course will focus on computer applications in chemical engineering including available software packages. Students will be introduced to the applications of software packages such as such as E-Z solve, Polymath, MATLAB, COMSOL, MATHCAD, Hysys, Aspen Plus for solving systems of algebraic and differential equations related to chemical engineering processes.
This course aims to introduce the principles of Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and illustrate their application to design of chemical process plants. The content comprises the fundamentals of thermodynamics, such as thermodynamic properties (energy, entropy, enthalpy, heat capacity, etc.), the first and second law of thermodynamics (energy and entropy balance), heat of reactions, etc., thermodynamics of ideal and non-ideal gases and liquids, vapor-liquid equilibrium and thermodynamics of chemical processes.
In this laboratory course, students conduct selected experiments to illustrate and use material covered in transport phenomena courses: fluid, heat and mass transfer. Students are evaluated on submitted reports covering experimental design, theory tested, and analyses of experimental data.
This course provides a detailed analysis to the principles of chemical kinetics, and reactor analysis and design. The course covers kinetics of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions, design of isothermal reactors such as Batch, Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) and Plug Flow Reactor (PFR). Other topics include data collection and handling, non-isothermal reactor design and multiple reactions. The last part of the course considers homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic reactions. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and the laboratory scale chemical reactors through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering Laboratory facility.
This course covers molecular and convective steady- and unsteady- state mass transfer, interfacial mass transfer and continuous and stage-wise contact operations, with applications in absorption, stripping, and humidification. Further, the course introduces the link between the theoretical part and experimental design of mass transfer equipment through physical tour of the Chemical Engineering unit operation facility.
Sources of hazard in chemical and petroleum industry, management of safety and loss prevention, safety programs and safety rules, typical and sources of pollutant in chemical and petroleum operations, environmental protection, rules and regulation.
Co-requisite: CHEN 472
In this course the students conduct selected experiments to apply material presented in kinetics and reactor design, and separation processes. Students are evaluated based on their participation and submitted reports.
This course aims to introduce the fundamental principles of Separation Processes through examining both equilibrium-controlled separation processes as well as separation processes that involve both mass transport and equilibrium considerations. In order to probe the key concepts in depth, the course will focus primarily on binary and multicomponent distillation, leaching, absorption, membranes and liquid-liquid extraction. Furthermore, Computer instruction will be employed throughout the course to illustrate important characteristics of these separation systems.
Application of chemical engineering principles to the development of process flow diagrams including flow and process conditions. Estimation of capital and manufacturing cost and application of heuristic methods to the design of process equipment. Design of heat and separation sequences of chemical processes. Utilization of process simulators to develop process flow diagram and size equipment.
This course aims to introduce process dynamics and principles of control for chemical processes. Topics covered include block diagrams, Laplace transforms, development of dynamic equations for elements of control loops, transient response of feed-back systems, stability characteristics of dynamic systems, gain and phase margins. In addition to development of process characterization using mathematical models, controller design, and implementation.
Pre-requisite(s): Senior Standing
Each student will be required to complete a design project before graduation. The project is to emphasize fundamentals of chemical engineering and allow an element of original work by each student. Work includes data collection, analysis, calculation, design and presentation of the work in a detailed technical report. Students must present and defend their project in oral presentation. Current practices in the chemical engineering field are discussed through guest lectures.
The Senior Design Project entails team work involving development of a two-semester long workflow that includes designing, implementing and evaluate the propose solution to a certain engineering problem. The design work may involve process design and testing, or simulation workflow design related to one or more chemical engineering activities, such as, reaction, separation, mass or heat transfer and dynamic and control with due consideration of economic, environmental and societal impacts. The SDP- II entails finalizing the tasks planed in SDP- I. Students must present their work in a detailed technical report and defend their project in oral presentation.
Technical Electives: (6 Credit Hours)
To be selected from the following list of courses:
Co-requisite(s): CHEN 371
This course aims to apply the principles of Chemical Engineering in bioprocess, in which biocatalysts, i.e. cells and enzymes, play key roles in producing new bioproducts and chemicals. The purpose of this course is to introduce the fundamental principles of biochemical engineering and present a wide spectrum of potential technological applications. This course includes introduction to biochemical and microbiological applications to commercial and engineering processes, including industrial fermentation, ultrafiltration and resulting waste treatment. In addition to introduction to enzyme kinetics, cell growth, energetics and mass transfer.
CHEN 351 and CHEN 371 This course aims at introducing different techniques for petroleum refining. Topics include refinery feed stocks and products, field processes, crude distillation, coking and thermal processes, catalytic reforming and cracking, hydro-processing, and solvent treating processes. Solve petroleum-refining problems including material balances and process economics. Conduct lab experiments to characterize crude oils and final petroleum products. Students will do a case study of a typical refinery.
This is an elective and a senior level course on process engineering. The course deals with natural gas properties including real gas mixtures behavior. Natural gas water systems, natural gas condensate systems, hydrate formation and inhibition. Separation processes. Field treatment of natural gas, absorption, and adsorption processes. Natural gas dehydration, sweetening and sulfur recovery. Design and sizing of the main equipment.
Pre-requisite(s): Senior Standing
The course aims to introduce a general engineering/science audience to the basic concepts of renewable energy. In the interest of time some mathematical criteria will be covered, e.g. Betz limit for wind, limit of efficiency of WEC point absorber. Each lecture contains several examples from real world applications and in-progress industrial developments.
This course covers water resources, chemistry of saline water, modeling and analysis of single effect desalination combined with mechanical vapor compression and thermal vapor compression, modeling of multiple effect desalination (MED), modeling of single and multistage desalination processes, reverse osmosis. Also, cogeneration, scale formation, pre and post treatment operations will be discussed.
Senior Standing This course covers characteristics of industrial wastewater; physical, chemical and biological unit operations/processes in industrial wastewater treatment; non-conventional (advanced) wastewater treatment technologies; case study of industrial wastewater treatment processes.
A specific topic in Chemical Engineering that is not covered in other program courses is presented in a course format.
Undergraduate research under the guidance of an engineering faculty member for juniors and seniors. Fixed credit hours; 3 credits are assigned, this is equivalent to a minimum of 9 hours of research time per week; a pass/fail grade is to be used. Student will be engaged in a creative research project at the discretion of the faculty member. The course is open to all engineering students.
Admission Requirements
AURAK is dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education that prepares them for successful careers and fulfilling lives. To be considered for one of our programs, you'll need to meet specific criteria. Our admissions requirements are designed to ensure that each student has the skills, knowledge, and commitment required to thrive in our challenging and rewarding environment.
High School Requirements
Academic Program | Admission Criteria |
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BS in Chemical Engineering (Concentration in Petroleum Engineering), BS in Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, BS in Computer Engineering, BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, BS in Mechanical Engineering | UAE Curriculum Elite Track 75%
UAE Curriculum Advanced Track 80%
UAE Curriculum Or Equivalent in Standardized International Systems
Non UAE Curriculum The University Recognizes all the other certificates and converts their grades to the equivalent grade. |
English Proficiency Requirements
Name of Exam | Score |
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Academic IELTS | 5.0 |
TOEFL – Paper based | 500 |
TOEFL – Internet Based | 61 |
Oxford Online Placement Test (OOPT) completed at AURAK Campus |
Successfully pass the test with the required score |
School | Program | Critieria |
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Engineering |
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Students must achieve 80% or higher in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in high school, or pass the Accuplacer test in these subjects |
Other Personal Documents
- Passport copy
- Copy of health card
- Copy of valid Emirates ID (UAE residents only)
- Health History Form (Completed and signed by a physician)
- Four (4) recent passport-size photographs
- Exemption letter from the National and Reserve Service Authority (UAE male applicants between the ages of 18 and 30 only)
- Birth Certificate
- Family Book (UAE nationals only)
- Army Exemption/Completion Letter (UAE nationals only)
Meet our experienced Faculty Members
Our faculty members are a core strength of our program, with diverse backgrounds, impressive academic pedigrees, and a solid commitment to enriching your learning experience. All of our faculty members hold Ph.D. degrees from respected universities worldwide and bring a wealth of professional and research experience to the classroom.
Explore your Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering courses offer excellent career opportunities not only in Dubai and the other UAE emirates but also globally. Gain a competitive edge in the job market with AURAK’s Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering.
AURAK’s Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering leads to exciting career opportunities such as:
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Environmental Engineer
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Process Engineer
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Production Engineer
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Quality control
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Materials Engineer
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Mining Engineer
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Energy Engineer
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Nuclear Engineer
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Pharmaceutical Engineer
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Process Safety Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer
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R&D Engineer

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