Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering

Department Overview

Welcome to the Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering.

Since the academic year 2017-2018, the Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering Department at Salahaddin University has been a leading center for engineering education and research which is nearly 150 students. department is committed to preparing students with the theoretical knowledge and practical expertise required to excel in the dynamic fields of chemical and petrochemical industries. 

Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering focuses on the design, development, production, transformation, transportation, operation, and management of industrial processes that convert raw materials into valuable products.

This broad foundation enables graduates to address complex challenges in energy, manufacturing, environmental sustainability, and process optimization. 

Head of department

Name: Dr. Chalang hamarashed mohammed

Title: Head of chemical and petrochemical Department

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected]

Phone:

Office: Head of chemical and petrochemical Department

Social Links: https://academics.su.edu.krd/chalang.mohammed

Chalang Hama Rashed

Head of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering Deparment

[email protected]

Chalang Hama Rashed Mohammed received his BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Salahaddin Erbil, Iraq. He then worked as an Engineer in the Ministry of Work and Reconstruction in the Kurdistan Regional Government. In 2004, he received his MSc in Production, also from the University of Salahaddin Erbil, Iraq and subsequently became a member of the academic staff, as an Assistant Lecturer, at the same university. In 2015, he get a PhD degree at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. His research interests are in multiple model adaptive control and control systems for hydro turbine generators.

Mission

 The mission of chemical and petrochemical engineering is to provide a stimulating and supportive environment for quality education; to prepare graduates for career opportunities in a rapidly changing world by fostering the development of professionalism, leadership qualities and ethical behavior, and to contribute to expanding the knowledge in chemical engineering and its related fields.

1.be able to advance successfully in their careers as reflected in continued employment,

job satisfaction, leadership responsibilities, and professional recognition while always

maintaining ties with the University,

 2.be able to apply their scientific knowledge and engineering skills in graduate studies and/or

industry,

  1. be professionals who recognize the broader aspects of engineering practice including

economic, environmental, social, political, safety, and sustainability constraints.

Vision

The Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering Department at Salahaddin University aims to be a regional leader in engineering education, research, and innovation. Our vision is to: 

  1. Excel in Education – Produce highly competent engineers equipped with cutting-edge knowledge in chemical and petrochemical processes, capable of driving industrial growth and sustainability.
  2. Advance Research & Innovation – Foster groundbreaking research in energy, environmental engineering, advanced materials, and process optimization to address global challenges.
  3. Strengthen Industry Partnerships – Collaborate with leading petrochemical, oil & gas, and manufacturing industries to ensure our graduates meet market demands and contribute to Iraq’s economic development.
  4. Promote Sustainability – Develop eco-friendly and energy-efficient technologies to support a greener industrial future.

 

Learning Outcomes

1.Good knowledge of mathematics, basic and engineering sciences relevant to his/her engineering discipline.

2.Ability to analyse problems and find engineering solutions to them;

3.Ability to carry out investigations.

4.Proficiency in using standards, codes, modern information and communication

technology tools in engineering practice.

5.Some knowledge of humanities and social sciences to help him/her understand the cultural milieu in which he/she is to operate.

6.Ability to consider the environment and sustainability in finding solutions to problems.

7.Good knowledge of the ethics of the engineering profession (Engineering Code of Conduct).

  1. Ability to work alone and in a team.

9.Good oral and written communication skills. 

Undergraduate study The BSc in Chemical and Petrochemical engineering is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate program designed to cultivate creative, technically proficient, and socially responsible engieer. Offered by the Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering, the program provides students with a balanced education combining theory and practical skills needed to work in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, energy, environmental engineering, and biotechnology. Through learning in both lecture and laboratory formats, the chemical engineering curriculum promotes critical thinking, environmental and industrial awareness, and technical competence essential for addressing challenges in chemical processes and production systems. In the final year, students undertake the development and presentation of a Thesis Report and Design Project, showcasing their accumulated knowledge and process design skills. A supervised Engineering Internship offers real-world experience in chemical industries, reinforcing professional practice and engineering problem-solving in practical settings. Here's a general overview of the curriculum structure and key areas of study: A typical Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering is a four-year program that includes: 1. Core Engineering Fundamentals*: Mathematics, Thermodynamics, Fluid mechanics, Chemical process calculation, Refinery, Reactor design, Petrochemical unit process, Heat and Mass transfer, Equipment design and Process control. 2. Chemical Process Principles: Reaction engineering, separation processes, process design, and plant operations. 3. Petrochemical Specialization: Refinery processes, polymer science, gas processing, and fuel technology. 4. Laboratory & Practical Training: Hands-on experiments in unit operations, process simulation (using software like Aspen HYSYS), and safety protocols. 5. Industry-Relevant Projects: design projects, internships, and collaborations with chemical/petrochemical companies. Graduates can pursue roles in: - Petroleum & Petrochemical Industries: Process engineer, refinery engineer, production manager. - Chemical Manufacturing: Plant design, quality control, research and development. - Environmental & Energy Sectors*: Waste treatment, renewable energy, carbon capture technologies. - Further Studies: Master’s or PhD in specialized areas like catalysis, nanotechnology, or sustainable engineering. This program is ideal for students passionate about transforming raw materials into valuable products while addressing global energy and sustainability challenges.

Course names (theory and practice) with Credit hours and hours per week

Geomatics (Surveying) Engineering Study Program

Semestre 1

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەک Hours/Week

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

ENG1011

English Language I

4

3

2

2

 

ENG1021

Information Technology I

3

2

1

2

 

ENG1031

Critical Thinking & Academic Debate I

3

2

1

2

 

ENG 1041

Kurdology I

2

2

2

 

 

GE1051

Fundamental of Surveying Engineering

6

5

3

3

 

GE1061

Pre-Calculus-I

4

3

3

 

1

GE1070

Engineering Statistics-I

2

2

2

  

 

GE1081

Engineering Drawing

3

2

1

2

 

Total

 

27

21

15

11

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Semester 2

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەک Hours/Week

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

ENG1012

English Language II

4

3

2

2

 

ENG1022

Information Technology II

3

2

1

2

 

ENG1032

Critical Thinking & Academic Debate II

3

2

1

2

 

ENG1042

Kurdology II

2

2

2

 

 

GE1052

Plain Surveying

6

5

3

3

 

GE1062

Pre-Calculus-II

4

3

3

 

1

GE1072

Engineering Statistics-II

2

2

2

 

 

GE1083

Engineering Drawing (CAD)

3

2

1

2

 

Total

 

27

21

15

11

1

 


 

 

Geomatics (Surveying) Engineering Study Program

Semester 3

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

    کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەک    Hours/Week 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

GE2013

Eng. Surveying -I

7

6

4

3

 

GE2023

Mathematics  I

4

3

2

2

 

GE2033

Basic Survey Instruments

4

3

2

2

 

GE2043

Descriptive Geometry

4

3

2

2

 

GE2053

Engineering Geology

2

2

2

 

 

GE2063

Land Law

2

2

2

 

 

GE2073

Map projection

2

2

2

 

 

GE2083

Theory of errors -I

2

2

2

 

 

Total

27

23

18

9

0
             

Semester 4

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەکHours/Week 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

GE2014

Eng. Surveying-II

7

6

4

3

 

GE2024

Mathematics  II

4

3

2

2

 

GE2034

Data Processing

4

3

2

2

 

GE2044

High-Precision Surveys

4

3

2

2

 

GE2054

Cadastral Surveying

2

2

2

 

 

GE2064

Map Cartography

2

2

2

 

 

GE2074

Physics for Engineering

2

2

2

 

 

GE2084

Theory of errors -II

2

2

2

 

 

Total

27

23

18

9

0

 

 

             

 
             

 

 

Geomatics (Surveying) Engineering Study Program

 

Semester 5

 

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەکHours/Week 

 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

 

Tutorial

 

GE3015

Highway Engineering

4

4

4

 

 

 

GE3025

Construction Surveying

5

4

2

3

 

 

GE3035

Photogrammetry

5

4

2

3

 

 

GE3045

Global Geodesy

3

3

3

 

 

 

GE3055

Adjustment Theory-I

4

3

2

2

 

 

GE3065

Digital Mapping-I (principal)

4

3

2

2

 

 

GE3075

Engineering Analysis-I

2

2

2

 

 

 

GE3085

Summer training

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total

 

27

23

17

10

0

 

              

 

Semester 6

 

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەکHours/Week 

 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

 

Tutorial

 

GE3016

Geometrical application for environmental

4

4

4

 

 

 

GE3026

Digital Photogrammetry

5

4

2

3

 

 

GE3036

Quantity Surveying

5

4

2

3

 

 

GE3046

Astronomical Geodesy

3

3

3

 

 

 

GE3056

Adjustment Theory-II

4

3

2

2

 

 

GE3066

Digital Mapping-II (applications)

4

3

2

2

 

 

GE3076

Engineering Analysis-II

2

2

2

 

 

 

GE3086

Summer training

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total

 

27

23

17

10

0
                             

 


 

Geomatics (Surveying) Engineering Study Program

Semester 7

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەکHours/Week 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

GE4017

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

5

4

2

3

 

GE4027

GNSS Space system

5

4

2

3

 

GE4037

Remote Sensing

5

4

2

3

 

GE4047

Elective Subject

2

2

2

 

 

GE4057

Engineering Economics

2

2

2

 

 

GE4067

Hydrographic Survey-I

2

2

2

 

 

GE4077

Urban Planning-I

2

2

2

 

 

GE4087

Engineering Project

3

1

1

 

2

Total

 

26

21

15

9

2

 

 

          

Semester 8

کۆد

Module

کۆی کاتژمێر Total Hours

یەکە Units

   کاتژمێرلە هەفتەیەکHours/Week 

Code

تیۆری Theory

پراکتیکی Practical

رێبەر

 

Tutorial

GE4018

Digital Image processing

5

4

2

3

 

GE4028

GPS

5

4

2

3

 

GE4038

Satellite Geodesy

5

4

2

3

 

GE4048

Elective Subject

2

2

2

 

 

GE4058

Engineering Management

2

2

2

 

 

GE4068

Hydrographic Survey-II

2

2

2

 

 

GE4074

Urban Planning-II

2

2

2

 

 

GE4088

Engineering Project

3

1

1

 

2

Total

 

26

21

15

9

2

 

Admissions Details

Every academic year, new undergraduate students are admitted to the department of Chemical and Petrochemical, through the Kurdistan Region’s Central Admissions System under the supervision of Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MHE).

Annual Student Capacity

  • Total department capacity:30 to 60 students per academic year

 

Admission Requirements

  • Completion of the 12th grade (science stream)or equivalent secondary education.
  • Eligibility according to Kurdistan Region's General Directorate of Admissions.
  • Students are admitted based on their baccalaureate exam scores.

 

Program learning outcome

 A comprehensive curriculum for a Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering department (Bachelor of Engineering degree) in Erbil, Iraq, would generally follow international standards while incorporating local context and potential specializations. It's typically a four-year program.

 

Bachelor of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering

Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)

Total Credit Hours: 240- ECTS credits (or equivalent US credits).

 (Core: 170 | Elective: 70)

  • Academic Advising

Chemical and Petrochemical engineering department  provide essential information for students regarding academic advising, aiding in their academic and professional development. Importance of Advising, highlight how academic advising supports students in navigating their educational journey, making informed decisions, and achieving their career goals.

students are assigned an academic advisor (a faculty member) who provides guidance on course selection, academic progress, career paths, and general university life.

Initial Meeting: Outline what students can expect during their first advising meeting, including discussion topics like academic goals, course selection, and degree requirements.

Regular Check-Ins: Encourage students to meet with their advisors.

Library and Information Resources:

Salahaddin University Central Library: Provides a vast collection of physical books, journals, and periodicals.

 E-Library (SULIB): An electronic library system recently completed at SUE (as of April 2025), offering digital access to books, academic journals (including open-access journals), and potentially e-theses and research projects. This is invaluable for accessing up-to-date engineering literature.

 Departmental Resources: our department also maintain a smaller, specialized collection of Chemical engineering-specific textbooks, manuals, and technical reports for easy student access.

  • Internship Opportunities

Career and Professional Development Resources:

Career Development Center (CDC): Salahaddin University-Erbil has a dedicated CDC that aims to:

  • Bridge the gap between the university and industry.
  • Prepare students for the private market through internships, training, workshops, and seminars.
  • Provide assistance with resume writing, cover letters, and interview skills.
  • Organize job fairs and connect students with potential employers in the Kurdistan Region.
  • Promote entrepreneurship and professional development.

Industrial Training/Internships: The curriculum explicitly mentions industrial training/internships. The department and CDC would assist students in securing placements for relevant companies.  

  • Career Services

The Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering is strongly committed to guiding students in their journey from academic learning to professional engagement. Through structured career development programs, industrial partnerships, internship opportunities, and mentorship initiatives, we ensure that our students graduate not only with theoretical and practical expertise but also with the confidence and connections required to thrive in the chemical and petrochemical sectors.

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