PO-CA-PI — Chemical Engineering

PO1 Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to develop the solution of complex engineering problems.

PO2 Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration for sustainable development.

PO3 Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required.

PO4 Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modelling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions.

PO5 Engineering Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modelling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems.

PO6 The Engineer and The World: Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment.

PO7 Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws.

PO8 Individual and Collaborative Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.

PO9 Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively within the engineering community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences

PO10 Project Management and 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.

PO11 Life-Long 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.

PO1 An ability to independently carry out research/investigation and development work in engineering and allied streams

CA 1.1: Demonstrate competence in mathematical modelling

PI 1.1.1: Apply mathematical techniques such as calculus, linear algebra. and statistics modelling to solve problems

PI 1.1.2: Apply advanced mathematical techniques to model and solve engineering problems

CA 1.2: Demonstrate competence in basic sciences

PI 1.2.1: Apply laws of natural science to an engineering problem

CA 1.3: Demonstrate competence in engineering fundamentals

PI 1.3.1: Apply fundamental engineering concepts to solve engineering problems

CA 1.4: Demonstrate competence in specialized engineering knowledge to the program

PI 1.4.1: Apply engineering concepts to solve engineering problems

PO2 An ability to communicate effectively, write and present technical reports on complex engineering activities by interacting with the engineering fraternity and with society at large

CA 2.1: Demonstrate an ability to identity and formulate complex engineering problem

PI 2.1.1: Articulate problem statements and identify objectives

PI 2.1.2: Identity engineering systems, variables, and parameters to solve the problems

PI 2.1.3: Identify the mathematical, engineering and other relevant knowledge that applies to a given problem

CA 2.2: Demonstrate an ability to formulate a solution plan and methodology for an engineering problem

PI 2.2.1: Reframe complex problems into Interconnected sub-problems

PI 2.2.2: Identify assemble and evaluate information and resources

PI 2.2.3: Identify existing processes/solution methods for solving the problem including forming justified approximations and assumptions

PI 2.2.4: Compare and contrast alternative solution processes to select the best process

CA 2.3: Demonstrate an ability to formulate and interpret a model

PI 2.3.1: Combine scientific principles and engineering concepts to formulate model’s (mathematical or otherwise) al a system or process that is appropriate in terms of applicability and required accuracy

PI 2.3.2: Identity assumptions (mathematical and physical) necessary to allow modeling of a system at the level of accuracy required

CA 2.4: Demonstrate an ability to execute a solution process and analyze results

PI 2.4.1: Apply engineering mathematics and computations to solve mathematical models

PI 2.4.2: Produce and validate results through skillful use of contemporary engineering tools and models

PI 2.4.3: Identify sources of error in the solution process, and limitations of the solution

PI 2.4.4: Extract desired understanding and conclusions consistent with objectives and limitations of the analysis

PO3 An ability to demonstrate a degree of mastery over the area as per the specialization of the program. The mastery should be at a level higher than the requirements in the appropriate bachelor program

CA 3.1: Demonstrate an ability to define a complex open-ended problem in engineering terms

PI 3.1.1: Recognize that need analysis is key to good problem definition

PI 3.1.2: Elicit and document, engineering requirements from stakeholders

PI 3.1.3: Synthesize engineering requirements from a review of the state-of-the-art

PI 3.1.4: Extract engineering requirements from relevant engineering Codes and Standards such as ASME, ASTM, BIS, ISO and ASHRAE

PI 3.1.5: Explore and synthesize engineering requirements considering health, safety risks. environmental cultural and societal issues

PI 3.1.6: Determine design objectives, functional requirements and arrive at specifications

CA 3.2: Demonstrate an ability to generate a diverse set of alternative design solutions

PI 3.2.1: Apply formal idea generation tools to develop multiple engineering design solutions

PI 3.2.2: Build models/prototypes to develop a diverse set of design solutions

PI 3.2.3: Identity suitable criteria for the evaluation of alternative design solutions

CA 3.3: Demonstrate an ability to select an optimal design scheme for further development

PI 3.3.1: Apply formal decision-making tools to select optimal engineering design solutions for further development

PI 3.3.2: Consult with domain experts and stakeholders to select candidate engineering design solution for further development

CA 3.4: Demonstrate an ability to advance an engineering design to defined end state

PI 3.4.1: Refine a conceptual design into a detailed design within the existing constraints of the resources)

PI 3.4.2: Generate information through appropriate tests to improve or revise the design

PO4 An ability to apply stream knowledge to design or develop solutions for real world problems by following the standards

PO5 An ability to identify, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and state-of-the-art tool to model, analyse and solve practical engineering problems.

PO6 An ability to engage in life-long learning for the design and development related to the stream related problems taking into consideration sustainability, societal, ethical and environmental aspects

PO7 An ability to develop cognitive load management skills related to project management and finance which focus on Entrepreneurship and Industry relevance.