| HICH101 |
Physical Chemistry 1 |
This module is an entry level module for university physical chemistry. Both kinetics and thermodynamics are the main elements constituting the bulk of physical chemistry. |
| HICH102 |
Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry |
The module equips students with knowledge on atomic theory and elements of bonding. It also focuses on the study of the Periodic Table itself and the general trends in periodic and group properties of the elements. The introductory elements of coordination chemistry are also covered in this course. |
| HICH103 |
Organic Chemistry 1 |
The module covers the study of carbon compounds, their structure, properties, composition, reactions, and preparations. The areas covered include Stereochemistry, Systematic Aliphatic Chemistry and basic Benzene Chemistry. |
| HICH104 |
Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry |
The module covers fundamentals concepts of solution chemistry, chemical composition of solutions, acid base equilibrium, solubility and solubility equilibria, redox stoichiometry, gravimetric methods of analysis and elementary treatment of data. The module also covers some introduction to practical aspects of chemical analysis. |
| HICH105 |
Introduction to Industrial chemistry |
This module helps the student chemist to clarify the career areas and technical problems which are to be considered when chemical reactions are carried out on a large scale. It covers the research and development of consumer products based on chemical processes. Topics covered include the chemical industry and large-scale chemical manufacturing. |
| HICH106 |
Computer Packages for Chemistry |
This module is an introduction to computers and surveys topics of numerical analysis that are applied to chemical problems. The second part of the module is more specialized and involves the use of the different computer packages to solve a variety of problems. |
| HICH107 |
Calculus |
The module is intended to enable students to acquire and become familiar with appropriate mathematical skills and techniques, develop further understanding of mathematical concepts and processes so as to improve confidence. Such mathematical concepts are important in the understanding of physical chemistry principles. |
| HICH108 |
Materials Chemistry |
The module is focused on understanding the relationship between the arrangement of atoms, ions and molecules of a material and the bulk physical and structural properties of that material. Students will acquire skills to synthesize and characterize these materials |
| HICH201 |
Physical Chemistry 2 |
The module is an advanced study from Physical Chemistry 1. Student will have a deeper appreciation of gas-phase and solution kinetics. In addition, concepts of phase equilibria, properties of simple mixtures in solution and surface studies will be imparted. |
| HICH202 |
Inorganic Chemistry 2 |
The module introduces students to main group, d-block and lanthanide chemistry. In addition, students will acquire knowledge on bonding of coordination compounds in terms of the crystal field and molecular orbital theories as well as an interpretation of electronic spectra of transition metal complexes. |
| HICH204 |
Chemical Instrumentation and Analysis 1 |
This module will introduce students to chemical instruments used in Analytical chemistry, based on atomic spectroscopy and molecular spectroscopy. Methods covered in this module include flame and furnace atomic absorption spectrophotometry, flame emission spectroscopy, plasma emission spectroscopy, ultraviolet visible, infrared, fluorescence, phosphorescence, chemiluminescence spectrophotometry and X-Ray spectrometry. |
| HICH205 |
Fluid Flow, Heat and Mass Transfer |
This module imparts knowledge of the concepts and laws of fluid mechanics, and their applications in pipe sizing and flow metering. In addition, it will impart in-depth knowledge about the selection and design of fluid flow systems in process industry. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts and laws of heat transfer for design of heat transfer equipment. |
| HICH206 |
Polymer Chemistry and Composites |
This module gives knowledge of polymers, their raw materials, processing techniques, and uses. Student will gain skills on how to synthesize, characterize polymers and polymeric composite materials. |
| HICH207 |
Chemical Processes |
This module aims to familiarize students with conversion of raw materials into finished products on industrial scale using conventional and green technology. The module will cover areas such as, development of Chemical Process Industry; agrochemicals, petroleum products, mineral processing, pulp and paper, sugar, heavy chemicals, cement and ceramics, glass, food and beverages, soaps and detergents, water treatment and purification, coatings, synthetic fibre and artificial leather. |
| HICH208 |
Unit Operations |
This module aims to expose students to the fundamentals of various unit operations and their applications. Equipment for various types of operations is covered, for example, gas – liquid, liquid – liquid, and solid – fluid operations.
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| HICH370 |
Industrial project |
Students are required to carry out a research project while on attachment to solve a problem of some sort identified at the Work Related Learning site. |
| HICH380 |
Work Related Learning |
Work Related Learning takes students to the chemical industry, where they spend 1 year, to get a feel of that environment and carry out small assigned projects. |
| HICH401 |
Energy Technology |
The purpose of this module is to develop understanding of various energy sources and related technologies. The areas covered will include petrochemicals, hydrocarbon fuels and natural gas, coal technology, biomass conversion, electrochemical energy storage and renewable energy. |
| HICH402 |
High Energetic Materials and Chemical Safety |
This module aims to develop an understanding of the chemistry and ballistics of propellants, primary and high explosives and pyrotechnics. Students will acquire knowledge and skills for the safe production and use of energetic materials. |
| HICH403 |
Industrial Microbiology |
This module aims to develop understanding of the large-scale and profit motivated production of microorganisms or their products for direct use, or as inputs in the manufacture of other goods, that is, in the production of high-value products such as drugs, chemicals, fuels and electricity. |
| HICH404 |
Chemical Instrumentation and Analysis 2 |
This module advances the student’s knowledge of electrochemistry and chromatographic techniques, which were introduced at Level 2. Areas covered will include modified voltammetric techniques and high performance liquid chromatography. Students will acquire skills in state-of-the-art instrumental methods of analysis based on Fourier transform and hyphenated techniques. |
| HICH405 |
Environmental Chemistry, Legislation and Sustainability |
The module seeks to enlighten the students to environmental chemistry and how it relates to industrial operations. Student will gain knowledge and understanding on cleaner production technologies, sustainable practices and environmental legislation |
| HICH406 |
Project Management |
The module involves the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirement. |
| HICH470 |
Dissertation |
This is a double module that involves a research proposal, experimental work, and dissertation. The student is required to make oral presentations on the above-mentioned stages. |
