Debre Berhan, Amhara, Ethiopia
FPR@dbu.edu.et
Debre Berhan, Amhara, Ethiopia
FPR@dbu.edu.et
General Overview of the Chemical Engineering Program
About Chemical Engineering
Debre Berhan University (DBU) established
its Department of Chemical Engineering in 2004 E.C. under the College of
Engineering to address Ethiopia’s strategic transition toward an industry-based
economy. Following the national institutional differentiation in 2015 E.C., DBU
was differentiated as an Applied University. This milestone further solidified
the program’s commitment to industry-aligned education and hands-on
professional training. Today, as one of the national universities responding to
the surge in industrial demand, the program maintains a robust academic
environment with a dedicated academic staff of 37 members. Chemical Engineering
at DBU, the university’s youngest science-based engineering discipline,
integrates the physical and life sciences with applied mathematics and
economics to convert raw materials into a wide array of products. The program
empowers students to master the design, construction, and operation of manufacturing
plants and equipment for optimum efficiency, while investigating innovative
materials and techniques that contribute to the dynamic world of Research &
Development (R&D) and sustainable industrial production.
Program Overview
Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in
Chemical Engineering
Program Duration: Regular: 5 Years
Total Academic ECTS/Cr.hr: 319/200.
Vision & Mission
Vision
The
Department of Chemical Engineering at Debre Berhan University aspires to be the
leading center for practice-oriented engineering education and industrial
technology transfer in Ethiopia, and a recognized African center of excellence
in applied research and green industrial innovation by 2030.
Mission
M1: To equip
graduates with knowledge, skills, and a mature attitude, enabling them to
thrive in the job market and entrepreneurship through practical education.
M2: To boost
applied research with a focus on innovation and technology transfer, fostering
M3: To enhance
the technical and managerial skills of industries and build strategic partnerships
to enhance practical education, applied research, and community engagement.
Motto
Practical Knowledge for Better Success
Program Education Objective (PEO)
The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) for the Chemical
Engineering B.Sc. program at Debre Berhan University describe the professional
achievements graduates reach within three to five years of graduation.
|
PEO |
Statements |
|
PEO1 |
Some graduates will
become researchers or academic professionals. |
|
PEO2 |
Some graduates will become professional
chemical engineers/expert practitioners. |
|
PEO3 |
Some graduates will become visionary entrepreneurs. |
|
PEO4 |
Some graduates will serve as
transformational strategic leaders and managers, directing institutional
strategy and policy across industrial, governmental, and non-governmental
sectors. |
Mapping of PEO and University Missions
The Chemical Engineering PEOs directly align with Debre
Berhan University’s mission by fostering research excellence, industrial
leadership, and community-driven innovation. This mapping ensures graduates
achieve professional milestones that fulfil the university's commitment to
high-quality education and national development.
|
M PEO |
M1 |
M2 |
M3 |
|
PEO1 |
|
ü |
|
|
PEO2 |
ü |
ü |
|
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PEO3 |
ü |
ü |
|
|
PEO4 |
|
|
ü |
Student Outcomes (SOs)
|
SO1 |
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex
engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and
mathematics. |
|
SO2 |
An ability to apply engineering design to produce
solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health,
safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and
economic factors. |
|
SO3 |
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of
audiences. |
|
SO4 |
An ability to recognize ethical and professional
responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which
must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic,
environmental, and societal contexts. |
|
SO5 |
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members
together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive
environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. |
|
SO6 |
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate
experimentation, analyses and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to
conclude. |
|
SO7 |
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed,
using appropriate learning strategies. |
Mapping of SO and PO
The matrix below shows the complete, direct cross-reference mapping between the 7 ABET Student Outcomes (SOs) and the 12 NBA Program Outcomes (POs).
|
Program Outcome
(PO) |
SO1 |
SO2 |
SO3 |
SO4 |
SO5 |
SO6 |
SO7 |
|
PO1 (Engineering Knowledge) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO2 (Problem Analysis) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO3 (Design/Development) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO4 (Investigations) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO5 (Modern Tool Usage) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO6 (Engineer & Society) |
√ | √ | |||||
|
PO7 (Environment &
Sustainability) |
√ | √ | |||||
|
PO8 (Ethics) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO9 (Individual &
Teamwork) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO10 (Communication) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO11 (Project Management &
Finance) |
√ | ||||||
|
PO12 (Life-long Learning) |
√ |
Mapping of SO and PEO
The following table shows the strategic mapping between the Chemical Engineering Student Outcomes (SOs) and the Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) at Debre Berhan University. This matrix demonstrates how the foundational competencies acquired during the program, including technical expertise, ethical leadership, and data-driven experimentation, directly support the long-term professional milestones expected of our graduates. By aligning specific learning outcomes with career achievements, the program ensures that alumni are fully equipped to excel as researchers, practitioners, entrepreneurs, and leaders within the global marketplace.
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|
Academic Rank |
Male |
Female |
Total |
|
Assistant Professor |
2 |
0 |
2 |
|
Lecturer |
15 |
5 |
20 |
|
Total |
17 |
5 |
22 |
Chemical Engineering Program Staffs on Study
Leave (2025/2026)
|
Candidate |
Male |
Female |
Total |
|
Masters |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
PhD |
14 |
1 |
15 |
|
Total |
14 |
1 |
15 |
Chemical Engineering Under Graduate Program Students Profile (2025/2026)
|
Program |
Male |
Female |
Total |
|
Chemical Engineering |
88 |
18 |
116 |