Kestora College
BACHELORSchool of Science

Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

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Program Faculty

Prof. Vesa Lehmann

Professor

Prof. Hugo Lange

Associate Professor

Prof. Satu Fontaine

Associate Professor

Engineering Mathematics & Basics

  • Engineering Mathematics I, II, III: Calculus, analysis, and transforms.
  • Linear Algebra: Matrices and vector spaces.
  • Differential Equations: ODEs and PDEs for engineering systems.
  • Probability & Engineering Statistics: Data analysis and quality control basics.
  • Numerical Methods: Computational solutions to mathematical problems.

Core Chemical Engineering

  • Material & Energy Balances: Conservation laws in process systems.
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I & II: Phase equilibria and reaction energetics.
  • Fluid Mechanics: Flow of fluids in pipes and equipment.
  • Heat Transfer: Conduction, convection, and radiation.
  • Mass Transfer: Diffusion and interphase transfer.
  • Chemical Reaction Engineering (Kinetics): Reactor design and catalysis.
  • Separation Processes: Distillation, absorption, and extraction.
  • Process Control: Dynamics and control of chemical processes.
  • Process Design & Economics: Plant design fundamentals.

Metallurgical Engineering Core

  • Physical Metallurgy: Structure-property relationships in metals.
  • Extractive Metallurgy: Mineral Processing, Pyrometallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Electrometallurgy.
  • Phase Diagrams & Transformations: Alloy systems and kinetics.
  • Iron & Steel Making: Blast furnace and steelmaking processes.
  • Non-Ferrous Metallurgy: Aluminum, copper, and precious metals.

Materials & Applied Science

  • Materials Science & Engineering: Fundamentals of all material classes.
  • Solid State Chemistry: Crystal chemistry and bonding.
  • Corrosion Engineering: Degradation and protection of materials.
  • Surface Engineering: Coatings and surface modifications.
  • Ceramic & Composite Materials: Advanced material systems.

Laboratory & Practical Work

  • Chemical Engineering Laboratory I & II: Unit operations experiments.
  • Metallurgical Laboratory I & II: Casting, welding, and microscopy.
  • Mineral Processing Lab: Comminution and separation.
  • Materials Characterization Lab: SEM, XRD, and mechanical testing.
  • Instrumentation & Measurements: Process sensors and analytics.

Computing & Design

  • Computer Programming for Engineers: Algorithmic problem solving.
  • Process Simulation: ASPEN / HYSYS (Intro).
  • CAD for Engineers: 2D/3D modeling.

Industrial & Professional Studies

  • Engineering Economics: Cost analysis and project evaluation.
  • Industrial Safety & Risk Analysis: HAZOP and safety protocols.
  • Environmental Engineering: Pollution control and sustainability.
  • Engineering Ethics: Professional conduct.
  • Industrial Training: Internship / SIWES.

Capstone

  • Final Year Project: Major design or research project (Chemical or Metallurgical focus).
  • Plant Design Project: Comprehensive design of an industrial facility.