Federal University of Technology Minna
Federal University of Technology Minna

Chemical Engineering

About the Department

The chemical engineering programme provides relevant human and material resources for the effective training of high-level independent minded, self-reliant and competent chemical engineers, capable of contributing towards the technological development of our country. The Department continues to strife to be among the best in the world through constant review of course contents to meet minimum academic standards that can compete with international standards, strengthening of quality of teaching staff and conduction of quality research. The Department has well qualified and dedicated staff, conducive physical facilities, it is closely monitored by professional bodies (NSCHE, NSE and COREN) and the Department enjoys staff development through PTDF among other strengths. The Department has full NUC and COREN accreditation status for its programme.

BRIEF HISTORY OF THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Chemical Engineering was established in March 1987 through a committee set up by the then Vice Chancellor, Prof. J. O. Ndagi. The committee was chaired by Prof. S. A. Sanni of the University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University. The program developed by the committee was put into effect that same year with students input into 200L from the Foundation 100L operated at the then School of Science and Science Education, (SSSE). The Pioneer Head of Department was Professor K. R. Onifade. The first set of graduates was turned out in 1990. Since then, the department has turned out graduates yearly and established its postgraduate programmes in 1991.  The Department currently runs Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, and Petroleum and Gas Engineering as well as Doctor of Philosophy, Master and Postgraduate Diploma progrmmes in chemical engineering.

The department has a total of thirty four (34) academic staff among which are 12 Professors, 4 Associate professors, 3 Seniour Lecturers, 5 Lecturer I, 4 Lecturer II, 1 Assistant Lecturer and 4 Graduate Assistants. The present Head of Department is Professor O. D. Adeniyi, the Exam Officer is Dr. A. J. Otaru and the PG Coordinator is Dr. A. O. Afolabi. The average student enrolment into 100L stands at 160 while that for Direct entry into 200L lies between 10 and 20. The total number of postgraduate students admitted into the programme varies from session to session with the master students subscribing the most. Since its inception in 1987, the department has graduated students, whose market value has been adjudged very satisfactory and are in high demand in both government and industry, servicing the technological needs of the nation.

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Vision

To be a world leading department of Chemical Engineering with competent human resources and with her graduates well versed in both the theoretical principles and practical applications of the course for the benefit of Nigerians and the entire world.

Mission

To produce skilled Manpower, who understand Chemical Engineering fundamentals, principles and technical knowledge that is capable of generating local technologies for national technological development and advancement.

HOD BIOGRAPHY

Engr. Prof. Olalekan David ADENIYI, B.Eng, M.Eng. (FUTM), Ph.D (USM, Malaysia), COREN,

Email: manaseauta@futminna.edu.ng manaseauta@yahoo.com

INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED WITH DATES:
Kuyanbana Primary School, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria 1978-1983
Government Science Teachers’ College Wushishi, Niger State,
Nigeria 1983-1989
Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria 1991-1998
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 2001-2002
Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria 2002-2005
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia 2010-2013
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
First School Leaving Certificate 1983
Tech. Grade II Certificate 1989
B.Eng in Chemical Engineering 1998
Postgraduate Diploma in Education 2002
M.Eng in Chemical Engineering 2005
PhD in Chemical Engineering 2013
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Niger State Water and Sanitation Board,
Chanchaga Water Works
Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemical Company
1995
1996

Industrial Trainee
Industrial Trainee
National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) 1998 – 1999 Youth Corp
Niger State Science and Technical Schools
Board 1999 – 2000 Education Officer
Federal University of Technology, Minna 2005 – 2012 Lecturer II
School of Chemical Engineering, Universiti
Sains Malaysia, 2011 – 2013 Graduate Assist.
Federal University of Technology, Minna 2012 – 2016 Lecturer I
Federal University of Technology, Minna
Federal University of Technology, Minna

2016 – 2019
2019 – 2022

Senior Lecturer
Associate Professor

Federal University of Technology, Minna 2022 – Date Professor
Dept. of Chem. Eng’g, FUT, Minna Jan. 2025- Date Head of Department
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS WITH DATES
Member, Council of Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), No 18999, 2010
Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), No 17522, 2007

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NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL HONOURS/AWARD/COMMENDATION
Federal University of Technology, Minna
1. Letter of commendation, Chemical Engineering FUT Minna, 2016
2. Letter of commendation, SEET FUT Minna, 2016
National
1. Commendation for Meritorious Service by National Youth Service Corp, Jigawa State, Nigeria
(FUM/97/92750 JG/97/711), 1999
2. Merit Award, Niger State Science and Technical Schools Board, Nigeria, 2003
International
1. Universiti Sains Malaysia Persada Kencana awards for excellent achievement in Journal
publications, 2011 and 2012
2. Recipient, Research University – Postgraduate Research Grant Scheme Award, Universiti Sains
Malaysia, 2012 and 2013
3. Top cited papers for 2011 and 2012 award by Elsevier
4. Recipient, Research University – Postgraduate Research Grant Scheme Award, Universiti Sains
Malaysia, 2012-2013
5. Commendation by School of Engineering and Engineering Technology Standing Committee
for Remarkable Academic Achievement in Publication in Reputable Journals, 2016
6. The Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Outstanding Scholarly Publications. Top 10 Ranked
Staff in Publications in SCOPUS Indexed Journals, 2021
7. The Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Outstanding Scholarly Publications. Top 10 Ranked
Staff in Publications in SCOPUS Indexed Journals Based on h-Index, 2021
8. The Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Outstanding Scholarly Publications. Researcher with
more than 1000 Google Citations, 2021
9. The Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Outstanding Scholarly Publications. Top 10 Ranked
Staff in Publications in SCOPUS Indexed Journals Based on Q1 Publications, 2021
10. Award of Certificate of Excellence and Achievement for winning 2021 TETFund National
Research Fund (NRF) Intervention, 6th December, 2023
PUBLICATIONS (NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL)
1. Ebili, P.E., Auta, M., Obayomi, K.S., Okafor, J.O., Yahya, M.D., & Faruq, A. A. (2020).
Comparative analysis of linear and nonlinear equilibrium models for the removal of
metronidazole by tea waste activated carbon, Water Science and Technology, 82 1-12
2. Yayha, M.D., Yohanna, I., Auta, M., & Obayomi, K.S. (2020). Remediation of Pb (II) ions
from Kagara gold mining effluent using cotton hull adsorbent, Scientific African 8 e00399
3. Are, C.T., Suleiman, M.A.T., Yisa, J., Auta, M., & Joseph, I.A. (2021). Kinetic study of
reaction between dolomite ore and trioxonitrate (V) acid (HNO3) GeoScience Engineering 67 21-
29
4. Are, C.T., Yisa, J., Suleiman, M.A.T. Auta, M., & Joseph, I.A. (2022). Optimization of the
calcination of brucite for the production of magnesia using response surface methodology,
Chemical Data Collections 40 100895
5. Ismail, M. S., Yahya, M. D., Auta, M., & Obayomi, K. S. (2022). Facile preparation of amine –
functionalized corn husk derived activated carbon for effective removal of selected heavy metals
from battery recycling wastewater, Heliyon 8 e09516

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Several of our staff members are engaged in one community service or the other including serving as executive members of professional bodies, reviewers for both national and international journals, panellists for PTDF scholarship, resources persons for COREN and PTDF etc.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN THE DEPARTMENT

Admission into the B.Eng. (Chemical Engineering and Petroleum and Gas Engineering) programmes is through the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and is in compliance with the minimum admission requirements at UTME and Direct Entry in accordance with NUC guideline. Student seeking admission into the Programme must meet one of the following matriculation requirements:

  1. Admission through UTME

Five Credits at GCE Level or SSCE/NECO or its equivalent and which must include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and any other relevant subject.

  1. Admission by Direct Entry

             a. GCE ‘A’ Level, IJMB, HSC, or equivalent passes in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry are             eligible to be admitted into 200L

            b. Holder of ND and HND with upper Credit level, in addition to O’ Level Credit Levels as in (1)      above are eligible to be admitted into 200 and 300 level respectively.

  1. Pre-Degree programme of the University

Students who pass Pre-Degree programme may be absorbed into 100 Level. Such must pass UTME and post UTME at cut-off point.

RESEARCH WORK

  1. Oyewole O.A., Jagaba A., Abdulhammed A. A., Yakubu J.G., Maude A.M, Abioye O. P, Adeniyi O. D.and Egwim E.C.  (2023), Production and characterization of a bioffloculant produced by microorganism isolated from earthen pond sludge, Bioresource Technology Report (Elsevier), 101492, online ISSN: 2589-014X, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biteb.2023.101492
  2. Kovo A.S., Abdulkareem A.S., Alaya-Ibrahim S., Adeniyi O. D.,Egbosiuba T.C., Tijani J.O., Saheed M., Okafor B.O. and Yusuff S.A. (2023), Column adsorption of biological oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand and total organic carbon from wastewater by magnetite nanoparticle-zeolite A composite, CellPress, Heliyon (Elsevier), 9,e13095, ISSN: 2405-8440, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e13095,
  3. Ayoola A.A., Durodola B.M., Babalola R., Adeniyi O. D.and Ilobinso C.E. (2023), Corrosion inhibitive effects of calcium-modified zinc phosphate coating on A36 mild steel, Results in Engineering (Elsevier), 100880, ISSN: 2590-1230, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2023.100880
  4. Yusuff A.S., Popoola L.T., Adeniyi O. D., and Olutoye M.A.(2022), Coal fly ash supported ZnO catalyzed transesterification of Jatropha curcasoil: Optimization by response surface methodology, Energy Conversion and Management :X (Elsevier), 16,1003020, ISSN: 2590-1745, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecmx.2022.100302
  5. Yusuff A.S., Thompson-Yusuff K.A., Adeniyi O. D., and Olutoye M.A.(2022), Siliceous termite hill supported ZnO-TiO2as a solar light responsive photocatalyst: synthesis, characterization and performance in degradation of methylene blue dye, Surfaces and Interfaces (Elsevier),34,102360, ISSN: 2468-0230, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfin.2022.102360

 

  1. Gana IN; Ohageria VU; Akpan UG (2021). Synthesis and characterization of neem-based zinc oxide photocatalysts. Journal of NSChE 36, 1.Bankole M.T, Abdulkareem A.S, Mohammed I. A, Ochigbo S.S, Tijani J.O, Abubakre O.K and Ross W.D (2019): Selected Heavy Metals Removal From Electroplating Wastewater by Purified and Polyhydroxylbutyrate Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes Adssorbents. Scientific Reports, volume 9 article number 4475. www.nature.com/scientificreports

 

  1. Ani IJ; Akpan UG; Olutoye MA; Hameed, BH (2020). Solar light responsive TiO2-ZnO, modified with graphitic carbon nitride nano-sheet for degradation of AB29. Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology 95(10) 2674-2683.
  2. Abidemi Hamzat, A Saka Abdulkareem, M.Temitope Bankole, J Oladejo Tijani, A. Sanni Kovo and O Kamaldeen Abubakre (2019): Adsorption studies on the treatment of battery waste by purified carbon nanotubes (P-CNTs) and polyethylene glycol carbon nanotubes (PEG-CNTs). Journal of Environmental Science and Health Part A. www.tandf.co.uk

 

  1. Oyema E.O, Abdulkareem A.S, Mohammed A.I, Bankole M.T, Tijani J.O and Abubakre O.K (2018): Empirical relationship between band gap and synthesis parameters of chemical vapour deposition-synthesised multi-walled carbon nanotubes. Volume 28 (1), pp 72-80 Carbon letters. koreascience.or.kr/journal

 

  1. O Ibrahim, A.S Abdulkareem, K.U Isah, U Ahmadu and M.T Bankole (2018): Anti-bacteria activity of carbon nanotubes grown on trimetallic catalyst.  Journal of Advanced Natural Science: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Volume 9, pp 1-7. www.iopscience.iop.org

 

  1. Kariim I, Abdulkareem A.S, Abubakre O.K, Abdulkareem A, Ibrahim K.A and Afolabi A.S (2018): Application of ϒ-alumina as catalyst support for synthesis of CNTs in a CVD reactor. Journal of Advanced Natural Science: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Volume 9, pp 1-7. iopscience.iop.org
  2. T Bankole, I.A Mohammed, A.S Abdulkareem, J.O Tijani, S.S Ochigbo, O.K Abubakre and A.S Afolabi (2018): Optimization of supported bimetallic (Fe-Co/CaCO3) catalyst synthesis parameters for carbon nanotubes growth using factorial experimental design. Journal of Alloys and Compounds. Volume 749, pp 85-102. www.elsevier.com

 

  1. S Abdulkareem, I. Kariim, M.T Bankole, J.O Tijani, T.F Abodurin and S.C Olu (2017): Synthesis and Characterization of Tri-metallic Fe-Co-Ni Catalyst Supported on CaCO3for Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Growth Via Chemical Vapor Deposition Technique. Arabian Journal of Science and Technology. http://link.springer.com/journal

 

  1. Mohammed I.A, Bankole M.T, Abdulkareem A.S, Ochigbo S.S, Afolabi A.S and Abubakre O.K (2017): Full Factorial Design Approach to Carbon Nanotubes Synthesis by CVD Method in Argon Environment. South African Journal of Chemical Engineering, Volume 24, pp 17-42.  elsevier.com

 

  1. Bankole M.T, Abdulkareem A.S, Tijani J.O, Ochigbo S.S, Afolabi A.S and Roos W.D (2017): Chemical Oxygen Demand Removal from Electroplating Wastewater by Purified and Polymer Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes Adsorbents (2017). Journal of Water Resources and Industry, Volume 18, pp 33-50. elsevier.com

 

  1. Aliyu A, Kariim I and Abdulkareem A.S (2017): Effects of Aspect Ration of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes on Coal Washery Waste Water Treatment. Journal of Environmental Management, Volume 202, pp 84-93. elsevier.com

 

  1. Kariim Ishaq, Abdulkareem Ambali Saka, Abubakre Oladiran Kamaldeen, Aliyu Ahmed, Mohamed Ishaq Alhassan and Hamidu Abdullahi (2017): Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Nickel Ferrite Doped α-Alumina Nanoparticles. Engineering Science and Technology, an International Journal. Volume 20, pp 563-569. elsevier.com
  2. Abdulkareem A.S, Suleiman B, Kariim I, Onimisi I, Kovo, A.S and Mohammed I.A (2017): Utilization of Local Kaolin as a Catalyst Support for the Production of Carbon Nanotubes by Catalytic Vapour Deposition Method. Journal of Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineer, Volume 32 (1), pp 15-21.
  3. B Suleiman, S Abdulkareem, E.A Afolabi and E.O Oluwaseyi (2015): Effects of Acid Types on the Recycling of Used Lubricating oil. Nigerian Journal of Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. 21(2), pp71-80.
  4. B Suleiman, A.S Abdulkareem, U Musa, I.A Mohammed, M.A Olutoye and Y.I Abdullahi (2016): Thermo-economic analysis of proton exchange membrane fuel cell fuelled with methanol and methane. Journal of Energy Conversion and Management, 117, 228-240. elservier.com
  5. B Suleiman, A.S Abdulkareem, E.A Afolabi, U Musa, I.A Mohammed, M.A Olutoye and T.A Eyikanmi (2016): Optimization of Bioethanol Production from Nigerian Sugarcane Juice using Factorial Design. Journal of Advances in Energy Research, 4(1), 69-86.
  6. B, Suleiman, S Abdulkareem, Y.O Abdulsalam, U, Musa, A.S Kovo and I.A Mohammed (2016): Thermo-Economic Analysis of Natural Gas Treatment Process Using Triethanolamine and Diethanolamine (DEA) as a Sweeteners. Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering, Volume 36, pp 184-201. www.elsevier.com
  7. G. Abubakar, A. S. Abdulkareem, A. Jimoh., O. D. Agbajelola, J. O. Okafor & E. A. Afolabi (2016): Optimization of biodiesel production from waste cooking oil: Journal of Energy Sources Part A, Volume 38 (16), pp 2355-2361 www.tandf.co.uk
  8. Mahmud Abdulmalik Abdulrahaman, Oladiran Kamaldeeen Abubakre, Saka Ambali Abdulkareem, Jimoh Oladejo Tijani, Ahmed Aliyu and Ayo Samuel Afolabi (2017):  Effect of coating mild steel with CNTs on its mechanical properties and corrosion behaviour in acidic medium. Journal of Advanced Natural Science: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Volume 8, pp 1-14. iopscience.iop.org/issue/2043-6262/8/1

       

  1. Aliyu A, Abdulkareem A.S, Kovo AS, Abubakre OK, Tijani JO and Kariim I (2017): Synthesize multi-walled carbon nanotubes via catalytic chemical vapour deposition method on Fe-Ni bimetallic catalyst supported on kaolin. Carbon Letter, Volume 21, pp 33-50 koreascience.or.kr/journal

 

  1. Shitu K.O, Bankole M.T, Abdulkareem A.S, Abubakre O.K and Ubaka A.U (2017): Application of Gold Nanoparticles for Improved Drug Efficiency. Journal of Advanced Natural Science: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Volume 8, pp 1-8. iopscience.iop.org/issue/2043-6262/8/1

 

  1. Oyewemi, A. S. Abdulkareem, J. O. Tijani, M. T Bankole, O. K. Abubakre, A. S. Afolabi, W. D. Roos (2019): Controlled Syntheses of Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes from Bimetallic Fe–Co Catalyst Supported on Kaolin by Chemical Vapour Deposition Method. Arabian Journal of Science and Technology. http://link.springer.com/journal

 

  1. Y Mudi, A.S Abdulkareem, O.S Azeez, A.S Kovo, J.O Tijani and E. J Eterigho (2019): Optimization of bi-metallic (Fe-Co) catalyst on kaolin support for carbon nanofiber growth growth in a CVD reactor. Journal of Carbon Letters, http://link.springer.com/journal

 

  1. O Tijani, O Ugochukwu, L.A Fadipe, M.T Bankole, A.S Abdulkareemand W.D Ross (2019): Photocatalytic degradation of local dyeing wastewater by iodine –phosphorus co-doped tungsten trioxide nanocomposites under natural sunlight irradiation. Journal of Environmental Management, Volume 236, pp 519-533. www.elsevier.com

 

  1. O Tijani, O Ugochukwu, L.A Fadipe, M.T Bankole, A.S Abdulkareemand W.D Ross (2019): One- step green synthesis of WO3 nanoparticles using Spondias mombin aqueous extract: effect of solution pH and Calcination temperature. Journal of Applied Physics A, volume 125:162, pp 1-12.  http://link.springer.com/journal

 

  1. Shittu Oluwatosin Kudirat, Abdulrasheed Tawakalitu, Abdulkareem A. Saka, Abubakre O. Kamaldeen, Bankole Mercy T and Tijani Jimoh Oladejo (2019): Entrapped Chemically Synthesized Gold Nanoparticles Combined with Polyethylene Glycol and Chloroquine Diphosphate as an improved Antimalarial Drug. Nanomed Journal, Volume 6 (2), pp 1-7  

 

  1. Jimoh Oladejo Tijani, Ufon Ozogbane Momoh, Rasaq Bolakale Salau, Mercy Temitope Bankole, Ambali Saka Abdulkareemand Wiets Daniel Ross (2019): Synthesis and Characterization of Ag2O/B2O3/TiO2 ternary nanocomposites for Photocatalytic Mineralization of Local dyeing Wastewater under Artificial and Natural Sunlight. Journal of Environmental Science and Pollution Research. pp1-27. http://link.springer.com/journal 
  2. Mustapha, M.M. Ndamitso, A.S. Abdulkareem, J.O. Tijani , A.K. Mohammed, D.T. Shuaib (2019): Potential of using kaolin as a natural adsorbent for the removal of pollutants from tannery wastewater. Journal Heliyon, Volume 5 (S02923), pp 1-17. www.cell.com/heliyon
  3. Mustapha, M.M. Ndamitso, A.S. Abdulkareem, J.O. Tijani, D.T Shuaib, A.K. Mohammed, D.T. Shuaib and A Sumaila (2019): Comparative Study of Crystalline Size using Williamson-Hall and Debye-Scherrer plots for ZnO Nanoparticles. Journal of Advanced Natural Science: Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Volume 10(045013), pp 1-8. www.iopscience.iop.org
  4. Sumaila A., Ndamitso M. M., Iyaka Y.A., Abdulkareem, A.S., Tijani J. O and Idris M.O (2020): Extraction and Characterization of Chitosan from Crab Shells: Kinetic and Thermodynamic Studies of Arsenic and Copper Adsorption from Electroplating Wastewater. Iraqi Journal of Science, Vol. 61, No. 9, pp: 2156-2171
  5. Mustapha, M.M. Ndamitso, A.S. Abdulkareem, J.O. Tijani , D.T Shuaib A. O Ajala and  A.K. Mohammed(2020): Application of TiO2and ZnO nanoparticles immobilized on clay in wastewater treatment: a review. Journal of Applied Water Science, Volume 10(49), pp 1-36. http://link.springer.com/journal 
  6. Y. Mudi, A.S Abdulkareem, A.S Kovo, O.S Azeez, J.O Tijani and E.J Eterigho (2020): Development of Carbon Nanofibers/Pt Nanocomposites for Fuel Cell Application. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering. http://link.springer.com/journal
  7. Mustapha, J.O. Tijani, M.M. Ndamitso, A.S. Abdulkareem, D.T Shuaib A. O A.K. Mohammed and A Sumaila (2020): The role of Kaolin and Kaolin/ZnO nanoadsorbents in adsorption studies for tannery water treatment.  Scientific Reports, volume 10: 13068. www.nature.com/scientificreports
  8. Mustapha, J.O. Tijani, M.M. Ndamitso, A.S. Abdulkareem, D.T Shuaib and K. Mohammed and A Sumaila (2021):Adsorptive removal of pollutants from industrial wastewater using mesoporous kaolin and kaolin/TiO2nanoadsorbents. Journal of Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring and Management, Volume 15 (100414), pp 1-20. www.elsevier.com 
  9. Mustapha, J. O. Tijani, M.M Ndamitso, A. S. Abdulkareem, D. T. Shuaib, A. K. Mohammed (2021): A critical review on geosmin and 2methylisoborneol in water: sources, effects, detection, and removal techniques. Journal of Enviromental Monitoring Assessment, 193:204, pp 1-34 http://link.springer.com/journal
  10. Saheed Mustapha, Tijani Jimoh Oladejo, Ndamitso Muhammed Muhammed, Abdulkareem Ambali Saka, Ajala Adewale Oluwabunmi , Mohammed Abdulkabir, Oke Omotunde Joel  (2021):  Fabrication of porous ceramic pot filters for adsorptive removal of pollutants in tannery wastewater. Journal of Scientific African, 11 (2021) e00705, pp 1-17   elsevier.com
  11. Mustapha, J. O. Tijani, M. M. Ndamitso, A. S. Abdulkareem, D. T. Shuaib, A. T. Amigun, H. L. Abubakar (2021): Facile synthesis and characterization of TiO2nanoparticles: Xray peak profile analysis using Williamson–Hall and Debye–Scherrer. Journal of Internation Nano Letters, http://link.springer.com/journal 
  12. Saheed Mustapha, Tijani Jimoh, Muhammed Ndamitso, Saka Ambali Abdulkareem, Shuaib Damola Taye, Abdul Kabir Mohammed and Azeezah Taiwo Amigun (2021): The Occurrence of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) in Swimming Pools: An overview. Journal of Environmental Insights, Volume15, pp1-12. bioone.org/journals/environmental-health-insights.  
  13. Ajala OJ, Tijani JO, Bankole MT and Abdulkareem A S(2022). A critical review on graphene oxide nanostructured material: Properties, Synthesis, characterization and application in water and wastewater treatment. Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management, 18, 100673. elsevier.com.
  14. Uko CA, Tijani JO,  Abdulkareem   AS,  Mustapha S,  Egbosiuba TC &  Muzenda E (2022). Adsorptive properties of MgO/WO3nanoadsorbent for selected heavy metals removal from indigenous dyeing wastewater.   Process Safety and Environmental Protection,  162: 775–794. elsevier.com.
  15. Abubakar HL, Tijani JO, Abdulkareem AS, Mann A & Mustapha S (2022). A review on the applications of Zinc Tungstate (ZnWO4) photocatalyst for wastewater treatment. Heliyon, e09964. cell.com/heliyon
  16. Tijani JO, Odeh EI. Mustapha S. Egbosiuba TC. Daniel AI. Abdulkareem AS& Muya FN (2022). Photocatalytic, Electrochemical, Antibacterial and Antioxidant Behaviour of Carbon-Sulphur Co-doped Zirconium (IV) Oxide nanocomposite. Cleaner Chemical Engineering, 3: 100034. elsevier.com.
  17. O Tijani, M.N Abdullahi, M.T Bankole, S Mustapha, T.C Egbosiuba, M.M Ndamitso, A.S Abdulkareemand E Muzenda (2021): Photocatalytic and Toxicity Evaluation of Local Dyeing Wastewater by Aluminium/Boron Doped WO3 Nanoparticles. Journal of Water Process Engineering 44 (2021), 102376,  www.elsevier.com
  18. Saadatu Aliyu, Abdulkareem Saka Ambali, Tijani Jimoh Oladejo, Saheed Mustapha, Titus Chinedu Egbosiuba  and Samson Oluwaseyi Bada (2003): Development of Ag-doped on multi-walled carbon nanotubes for the treatment of fish pond effluent. Regional Studies in Marine Science 58 (2023) 102797Regional Studies in Marine Science 58 (2023) 102797. elsevier.com.
  19. Ambali Saka Abdulkareem, Wasiu Abidemi Hamzat, Jimoh Oladejo Tijani, Titus Chinedu Egbosiuba, Saheed Mustapha, Oladiran Kamardeen Abubakref, Blessing Onyinye Okafor and Akinpelu Kamoru Babayemi (2023):  Isotherm, kinetics, thermodynamics and mechanism of metal ions adsorption from electroplating wastewater using treated and functionalized carbon nanotubes. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 11 (2023) 109180. elsevier.com
  20. Ambali Saka Abdulkareem, Wasiu Abidemi Hamzat, Jimoh Oladejo Tijani, Titus Chinedu Egbosiuba, Saheed Mustapha, Oladiran Kamardeen Abubakref, Blessing Onyinye Okafor and Akinpelu Kamoru Babayemi (2023):  Isotherm, kinetics, thermodynamics and mechanism of metal ions adsorption from electroplating wastewater using treated and functionalized carbon nanotubes. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 11 (2023) 109180. elsevier.com

RESEARCH GRANT

The table below shows grants/awards won by some staff of the department.

S/N

TITLE

SOURCE

1

Fulbright African Research Scholar Award (2 Staff members)

J. Williams Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board Washington D.C., USA

2

Improved Measurement and Computational Methods for Flow Assurance within Oil Pipelines.

ENI Research and Development/Exhibition on Emerging Technologies in Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry

3

Africa Centre of Excellence on Mycotoxin and Food safety

World Bank Grant

4

Processing of Nigeria Manganese Minerals for Ferro-Alloy Development and global energy requirement

Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development

5

PTDF Oversea Scholarship for PhD (over 12 staff members)

PTDF

 

 

LIST OF TET-FUND SPONSORED RESEARCH GRANTS AWARDED TO STAFF OF THE DEPARTMENT

 

S/N

TITLE OF GRANT

RESEARCHERS

TYPE

AMOUNT

DATE OF AWARD

STATUS

1

Development of Nanoadsorbent from Carbon Nanotubes for Wastewater Treatment

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

NRF

N7,945,000.00

02/04/2015

Completed

2

Upgrade and Commercialization of Carbon Nanotube Reinforced Natural Rubber Composite

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

NRF

TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/CC/09/VOL.1

N22,000.000.00

2021

On-going

3

Development of Eco-Friendly Nanoparticles Based Cutting Fluid for High-Speed Machining of Carbon Rein-Forced Plastic

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/SET1/113/VOL.1

N38,000,000.00

2021

On-going

4

Development of Magnetic Ferro Manganese/Graphene Oxide/Zeolite A Deodorant: Application for Poultry Manure Odour Abatement and Soil Reclamation  

J.O. Tijani, Abdulkareem A.S., Kovo A.S. and O.K. Shittu

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/SET1/116/VOL.1

N27,089,890.00

2021

On-going

5

Development of Multi-Mycotoxin Nanobinder for Cattle and Fish Feed

O.K. Shittu, Abdulkareem A.S., Kovo A.S. and J.O. Tijani

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/SET1/18/VOL.1

N39,073,047.00

2021

On-going

6

Development of Anti-Theft Oil Pipelines Vandalization Detection, Tracking and Decentralized Management System for Secure Distribution of Petroleum Products   

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/SET1/89/VOL.1

N32,000,000.00

2021

On-going

7

Polymeric Modification of Indigenous Bitumen in the Presence of Nano Additives for Improved Road Service Life in Nigeria

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF 2020/SET1/76/VOL.1

N36, 998,703.00

2021

On-going

8

Development of a Pilot Scale Bioreactor for Citric Acid Production from Agro-wastes for Nigerian Food, Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Industries

Adeniyi O.D., Egwim E.C., Oyewole O.A., Abioye O.P. and Auta H.S.

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF2021/SETI/III/00008/VOL.1

N21,000,000.00

2022

On-going

9

Development of a water purifying plant from bioflocculants and plant-based disinfectants for use in rural communities

Oyewole O.A., Abioye O.P., Adeniyi O.D., Egwim E.C., and Maude A.

NRF (TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF2021/SETI/WAS/00017/VOL.1

N18,000,000.00

2022

On-going

10

Africa Centre of Excellence on Mycotoxin and Food safety

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

World Bank Grant

$6,000,000.00

2019

On-going

11

Processing of Nigeria Manganese Minerals for Ferro-Alloy Development and global energy requirement

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development

N15,275,000.00

 

On-going

12

Development and Optimization of Perovskite Solar Cells (PSCS) Using Carbon Nanotube Enhanced Counter Electrode and Plasmonic

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

PETROLLEUM TRUST DEVELOPMENT FUND

PTDF/SP&D/PAOGRGC/116/VOL.1

N34,674,750.00

 

 

13

Development of an Anti-Theft Oil Pipeline Vandalism Detection, Tracking and Decentralized Management System for Secure Distribution of Petroleum Products

Olutoye M.A. et al

NRF TETF/ES/DR&D-CE/NRF2020/SETI/89/VOL.1

N32,000,000

2021

On-going

14

Synthesis and Characterization of Carbon Nanotubes and Gold Nanoparticles

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N2, 000,000.00

24/09/2014

Completed

15

Production And Development Of Alternative Energy

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N2, 000,000.00

24/09/2014

Completed

16

Synthesis and Characterization of Gold Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N1,927,703.00

31/08/2015

Completed

17

Synthesis of Silver and Boron Co-Doped Titania Supported ZSM-5 Zeolite Based Photo catalysts for Pharmaceutical Wastewater   

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N1,473,087.00

1/03/2017

Completed

18

Synthesis and Characterization of Clay/Titanium/Zinc  Nanocomposite Filter for the Removal of Geosmin and Methylisoboreneol in Drinking Water

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N1, 490,291.05

1/03/2017

Completed

19

Development of Nanofibres Based Electro catalyst support for Fuel Cell Application

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N1,320,000.00

1/03/2017

Completed

20

Green Synthesis and characterization of chitosan stabilized silver nanocomposite for the treatment of mining wastewater

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N1,083,219.00

2019

Completed

21

Production of Zeolite A and Phillipsite from Kaolin as alternative fertilizer to enhance growth, fruit yield and quality of tomato  

Abdulkareem A.S. et. al

IBRI

N1,150,375.00

2019

Completed

22

Development of Nano-porous materials using bentonite clay and activated carbon as support for the removal of organic pollutants from oilfield wastewater

Abdulkareem A.S. et. Al

IBRI

N974,131.00

2019

Completed

23

Synthesis and Characterization of an Amine Funtionalized Alumina Solid Adsorbent for Post Combustion Carbon Dioxide Capture

Mohammed Alhassan; Yahya, M.D., Manase Auta and Rabi Isa

IBRI TETFUND/FUTMINNA/2019/B7/10

N1,196,483.00

2022

On-going

24

Development of TiO2-ZnO-based photocatalysts for the treatment of organic pollutants (phenol, 4-chlorophenol, acid blue 29, doxycycline, and amoxicillin) in wastewater and local dye effluent.

Ani IJ; Akpan UG; Olutoye MA; Hameed, BH

IBRI

NGN1,124,733.00

2019

Completed

25

Development of Nano-Porous Materials using Bentonite Clay and Activated Carbon as Support for the Removal of Organic Pollutants from Oil-filled Wastewater

M. Abdulkadir, A. S. Kovo, A. A. Saka, and S. I. Mustapha

IBRI TETFUND/FUTMINNA/2016-2017/6th BRP/02

N974,131.00

2019

Completed

 



PATENTS/INOVATION

S/NO

PRODUCT NAME

PATENT CODE

YEAR

 

1

Anthropomorphic Prosthetic Foot

NG/P/2018/265

2018

2

Nanoclay based filter for industrial wastewater treatment

NG/P/2019/133

2019

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) 

The undergraduate programme of the Department of Chemical Engineering, Federal University of Technology Minna is designed to meet the following specific objectives and in consultation with our Industrial Advisory Board, in order to fulfill the departmental and Institutional missions, has identified five Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs). Within a few years of programme completion, graduates will have used the knowledge and skills gained through academic preparation and post-graduation experience to have:

  1. PEO1: Graduates competent in practicing fundamental scientific and engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.
  2. PEO2: Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively in diverse areas of chemical engineering disciplines.
  3. PEO3: Graduates practicing professional ethics, life-long learning, and sustainable development for the betterment of the profession and society. 
  4. PEO4: Graduates capable of identifying, analysing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries.
  5. PEO5: Graduates proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of natural resources within the Chemical process industries. 

2.3 PEOs Consistency with the Vision and Mission of the University and Department

This is presented in a Tabular form shown in Table 21.

Table 2.1: Mapping of PEOs to Departmental Mission

Chemical Engineering (ChE)

Programme Educational Objectives

Related Department Mission
 

Produce skilled Chemical Engineers 

Generating local technologies for national technological development and advancement

Objective 1:

Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

 

X

  

Objective 2:

Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies.

  

    

X

Objective 3:

Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, life-long learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

 

X

  

Objective 4:

Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries.

 

          

                   X

         

                 

                      X

Objective 5:

  • Graduates, proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of the natural resources within the Chemical process industries.
  

                            

 

                                        X

Table 2.1: Mapping of PEOs to School Mission

Chemical Engineering (ChE)

Programme Educational Objectives

Related SIPET Mission
 

Revolutionize Engineering through the use ICT 

Becomes the Centre stage of engineering profession

Objective 1:

Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

 

X

 

X

Objective 2:

Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies.

 

X

 

X

Objective 3:

Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, life-long learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

  

 

X

Objective 4:

Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries.

  

 

X

Objective 5:

Graduates, proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of the natural resources within the Chemical process industries.

 

X

  

 

Table 2.1: Mapping of PEOs to University Vision 

Chemical Engineering (ChE)

Programme Educational Objectives

Related University Vision
 

      Excellence in capacity building  

  Service delivery

 

Objective 1:

Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

 

X

  

Objective 2:

Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies.

  

 

X

Objective 3:

Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, life-long learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

 

X

  

Objective 4:

Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries.

 

X

  

Objective 5:

  • Graduates proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of the natural resources within the Chemical process industries.

 

X

 

X

2.4 The processes used to evaluate the achievement of PEOs.

The evaluation of the achievement of the PEOs shall be done 5 years after graduation of each set or class of graduates. The evaluations are done by conducting surveys of the graduates/alumni on an annual basis. The survey will basically comprise of:

  1. Employer rating feedback survey
  2. Alumni feedback survey
  3. Employment statistics
  4. Industry Advisory Board
  5. Follow up committee comprising of school members in the department.

The evaluation of the achievement of the PEOs shall be done 5 years after graduation of each set or class of graduates. The evaluation shall be done by conducting surveys of the graduates/alumni on an annual basis. The survey will basically comprise of:

        Mapping of PEOs against vision and mission of the programme  

Chemical Engineering (CE) Programme Educational Objective

Produce skilled Chemical Engineers

Generating local technologies for national technological development and advancement

Objective 1: Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

X

  

Objective 2: Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies

  

X

Objective 3: Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, lifelong learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

X

  

Objective 4: Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries

X

X

Objective 5: Graduates proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of natural resources within the Chemical process industries

  

X

          Mapping of PEOs against vision and mission of the school   

Chemical Engineering (CE) Programme Educational Objective

Revolutionize Engineering through the use ICT 

Becomes the Centre stage of engineering profession

Objective 1: Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

X

X

Objective 2: Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies

X

X

Objective 3: Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, lifelong learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

  

X

Objective 4: Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries

  

X

Objective 5: Graduates proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of natural resources within the Chemical process industries

X

  

 

                 Mapping of PEOs against vision and mission of the university

Chemical Engineering (CE) Programme Educational Objective

Excellence in capacity building

Service delivery

Objective 1: Graduates will be competent in practicing fundamental scientific and Engineering principles in Chemical Engineering in a creative and innovative manner.

X

  

Objective 2: Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively various principles of Chemical Engineering discipline with their desired constituencies

  

X

Objective 3: Graduates will be able to continue practicing professional ethics, lifelong learning, and sustainable development in their areas of interest.

X

  

Objective 4: Graduates capable of identifying, analyzing and solving unpredictable problems encountered with process equipment and product quality in the process industries

X

  

Objective 5: Graduates proficient in applying advanced specialist knowledge to solve environmental problems related to the sustainable use of natural resources within the Chemical process industries

X

X

 

2.5 How the results obtained from the Evaluation are being used to improve the

Effectiveness of the Programme

The results of the surveys would be discussed and evaluated by a School-Industry Board Committee annually leading to informed decision in the programme. The results would be used to appraise the programme objectives (POs), the course curriculum and teaching methodology.

2.6 The processes used to evaluate the level of achievement of the PEOs.

2.6.1 Graduate/Alumni Follow-up Survey

This provides a means of assessing graduates of the programme which will be made possible by the networking strength of the institutional alumni. Data from this platform shall be collated and added to the data bank of the programme’s alumni for follow-up and survey plans.

2.6.2 Graduate/Alumni – Employer Follow-up Survey

This provides a means to evaluate how the programme has fared in preparing the graduates for the industry based on the PEOs and Student Outcomes. It tries to obtain the details of their status in the industry or company including general personal and employment/employer information and ratings, graduates’ strengths and weaknesses, challenges etc. A survey shall be prepared to meet all of these requirements. It will focus on the activities of the graduate meeting the PEOs and Student Outcomes in an objective and unbiased manner as compared to the graduate survey.

2.6.3 Advisory Board Review

This platform will provide the opportunity to deliberate on the feedback from the survey conducted.  Meetings are held either via zoom and/or physically to discuss pertinent issues arising from survey, curriculum, and skills acquisition in the relevant industry. Members of the board shall consist of individuals from various companies in oil and gas, industrial chemicals, food and beverages, pulp and paper, petrochemical products among others that cover all the Chemical Engineering disciplines of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, design, renewable energy, etc as well as professionals in emerging technologies applications. Other members are alumni of the programme.

2.7 How the feedback and results obtained from the above processes are being used for the CQI of the programme

At the end of the 5-year period, the feedback and data/results of each of the annual surveys will be collated, analysed, discussed and deployed towards the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) of the curriculum, programme objectives, course outcomes, teaching and assessment methods.

2.8 The extent to which the programme’s various stakeholders are involved in these processes.

This has been well captured in section 2.6.1 – 2.6.3

2.9 The Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) strategies to be implemented in relation to PEOs.

Basically, the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) strategies are:

  1. The external examiner uses the OBE appraisal form to review examination questions and sends reports.
  2. Lecture monitoring is done for continuous quality improvement of lecture delivery.
  3. Review of curriculum is done every 5 years. We had two volumes of curriculum reviews that have been used in our programme. The third curriculum review (CCMAS) is has just being implemented which allowed the department to contribute 30% of its content.
  4. Upgrade of facilities such as new smart boards and laboratories.
  5. Training and continuous training of staff through seminars and workshops. 

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (POs)

Listing of the Programme Outcomes (POs) 

  1. PO1: Engineering knowledge – Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to develop solutions to complex engineering problems.
  2. PO2: Problem Analysis – Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development.
  3. PO3: Design/Development of Solutions – Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon as well as resources, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  4. PO4: Investigation – Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research methods including research-based knowledge, design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
  5. PO5: Modern Tools Usage – Create, select and apply, and recognize limitations of appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems.
  6. PO6: The Engineer and Society – When solving complex engineering problems, analyse and evaluate sustainable development impacts to society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks and the environment.
  7. PO7: Environment & Sustainability- Understand the impact of professional engineering   solutions   in   societal   and   environmental   contexts   and demonstrate knowledge of, and need for sustainable development
  8. PO8: Ethics – Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice and adhere to relevant national and international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion.
  9. PO9: Individual & Collaborative Teamwork – Function effectively as an individual, as a member or leader in diverse & inclusive teams and in multi-disciplinary, face-to-face, remote and distributed settings.
  10. PO10: Communication – Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, making effective presentations, considering cultural, language, and learning differences. 
  11. PO11: Project Management & Finance – Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
  12. PO12: Lifelong Learning – Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.

3.2 Describe how the POs relate to PEOs

Table 3.1 shows the link between the programme outcomes (POs) and the programme educational objectives (PEOs).

Table 3.1: Link between the POs and the PEOs

 

COREN Programme Outcomes

PEO1

PEO2

PEO3

PEO4

PEO5

Engineering knowledge

X

X

X

X

X

Problem Analysis

X

X

X

    

Design /development of solutions

X

X

X

X

X

Investigation

  

X

X

    

Modern Tool Usage

X

X

X

X

X

The Engineer and Society

X

  

X

    

Environment & Sustainability

X

    

X

X

Ethics

X

  

X

    

Individual and Team work

X

    

X

X

Communication

X

X

      

Project Management and Finance

X

X

  

X

  

Lifelong learning

  

X

  

X

  

 

3.3 Describe how the PEOs encompass and are consistent with the 12 POs

The PEOs define the vision and mission of the programme, which are achievable through the selection and execution of the POs relevant to the Department. The PEOs are mapped to the POs to provide a tractable set of engineering attributes that the students must progressively learn during the period of study up and until their graduation.

3.4 Description of the PO definition or elements/performance indicators

  1. Direct methods of assessment of the POs are accomplished through the explicit evaluation of student’s knowledge or skills against measurable performance indicators such as Examinations, Test, Quiz, Attendance, Assignments, etc.
  2. The assessment is being formulated in such a way that it reflects as closely as possible to the actual tasks such as Research Projects, Laboratories, Presentation, etc., that students will face as an Engineer / professional in the industries and society.

3.5 Description of the processes used to establish and review the POs, and the extent to which the program’s various stakeholders are involved in these processes (where applicable). This includes describing the tools used in the processes (survey, meetings, interviews, etc.) and frequency of activities and timelines

The tools that would be used in describing the processes at the end of five years are:

  1. Industry Advisory Board feedback
  2. Employer Rating and Feedback Survey
  3.   Alumni Feedback Survey
  4.   Employment Statistics

The responses from the survey form should be 50%, in terms of score, should be 3 or above (on a scale of 1 to 5), and 50% of the graduates should be employed and/or engaged in higher studies. Constructive feedback should be considered for the POs assessments and review, which will be done periodically.

3.6 Description of the mapping of courses with POs

The mapping of the CLOs and the attainment of the associated POs is direct in order to attain the objectives. At least 50% of the mapped courses must attain the PO and at least 60% of the students/ responses must attain a score of 3 or above on a scale of 1 to 5. The mapping of the CLOs with the POs is embedded in the course compact for each course.

3.7 Explanation of how the assessment results are applied to further develop and improve the POs

The assessments associated are for the continuous improvement of the programme which may include:

  1. Lecturer delivery and methods
  2. Curriculum development 
  3. Student participation in classes.

3.8 Description of the materials, including student work and other evidence, that demonstrate achievement of the POs

Some of the materials include the Student’s Work Experience Programme (SWEP), Student’s Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) logbooks, laboratory practical reports, research and design project reports, assessments such as Examinations, Test, Quiz, Attendance, and Assignments are used to demonstrate the achievements of the POs.

3.9 Description of the extent to which the programme’s various stakeholders are involved in the processes

The extent of the involvement of the stakeholders in the processes is:

  1. Industry advisory boards are encouraged to make input to uphold the standards of education in chemical engineering programs and to ensure that students will be prepared for life after school.
  2. Graduates and alumni feedback are used to review and improve curriculum and other processes.
  3. Another involvement is institutional involvement through developing curriculum or making modifications to it.
  4. Employers rating of our graduates is used to appraise our academic processes which in turn tells us the area of concern we need to work on to improve skill development. This rating also tells us our area of weaknesses and strengths.
  5. The school and the department embark on personal development, which in turn impacts on the course learning outcome of the students.

3.10   Description of Continuous   Quality   Improvement (CQI) strategies to be implemented in relation to POs

Some of our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) strategies are:

  1. The external examiner uses the OBE appraisal form to review examination questions and send reports. 
  2. Lecture monitoring is carried out for continuous quality improvement. 
  3. The curriculum is reviewed every 5 years. We had two volumes of curriculum reviews that are been used in our programme. The third curriculum review (CCMAS) is currently ongoing, which allowed the department to contribute 30% of its content.
  4. Upgrade of facilities such as new smart boards and laboratories.
  5. Training and continuous training of staff is done through attendance of seminars and workshops.