ZIMBABWE

MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION, INNOVATION,

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL

2018

REGULATIONS AND SYLLABUS FOR THE

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

IN

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Course Code: 404/18/TN/0

Implementation date January 2018

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING 404/18/TN/0

PART I: REGULATIONS

PREAMBLE

This course is designed to develop an Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician with the
knowledge, skills and attitudes required to satisfy the needs of the Chemical Engineering
and related industry in an environmentally sustainable manner, without discrimination
based on gender, HIV and AIDS status or physiological limitations. The minimum entry
requirement is 5 O’ Level subject passes with grade C or better including English,
Mathematics and a relevant Science subject or equivalent. The course duration is 1300
hours of institutional based education plus one year on the job education and training. The
course will inculcate Science, Technology and Engineering culture for sustainable
industrialisation and modernisation.

CONSULTATION YEAR

1. Lafarge 2017

2. Star Africa Cooperation Limited 2017

3. Colcom Central Co-operation 2017

4. Delta Cooperation. 2017

5. Olivine Industries (Pvt) Ltd 2017

6. Nestle (Pvt) Ltd 2017

7. Unilever (Pvt) Ltd. 2017

8. Zimbabwe Phosphate Industries (ZIMPHOS) 2017

9. Nutresco Foods 2017

10. Dulux Paints 2017

11. Cairns Foods 2017

12. African Distillers 2017

13. Hunyani Pulp and Paper 2017

14. United Refineries 2017

15. Zimplats 2017

16. Chloride Zimbabwe 2017

17. Hanawa Super Foods 2017
19. Bindura Nickel 2017
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1.0 TITLE AND LEVEL OF AWARD

National Certificate in Chemical Engineering

2.0 AIM

The aim of the course is to develop an Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician

with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to satisfy the needs of the
Chemical Engineering and related industries.

3.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course the graduate should be able to:

3.1 apply principles of engineering drawing to the Chemical Engineering and

allied industries.

3.2 apply principles of physics and electronics in solving problems related to

the Chemical Engineering and allied industries.

3.3 demonstrate basic chemistry concepts.

3.4 perform analytical techniques.

3.5 apply principles of chemical engineering in plant operations and processes.

3.6 communicate with stakeholders

3.7 apply principles of microbiology and biochemistry.

3.8 demonstrate a critical, logical and objective approach to problem solving

at the workplace.

3.9 implement safety, health and environmental regulations at the workplace.

3.10 apply computer skills.

3.11 demonstrate patriotism

3.12 inculcate entrepreneurial skills.

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4.0 COURSE STRUCTURE

The course has a total tuition time of a minimum of 1300 hours.

SUBJECT CODE DURATION

1. Engineering Drawing 404/18/S01 120
2. Physics and Electronics 404/18/S02 120

3. Chemistry 360/18/S01 120

4. Analytical Chemistry 360/18/S02 120
5. Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering 404/18/S09 160
6. Communication 356/18/S05 80
7. Microbiology and Biochemistry 404/18/S05 120
8. Mathematics 404/18/S06 120
9. Laboratory Safety and Practice 360/18/S07 100
10. fundamentals of Information technology 310/19/S07 80
11. National and Strategic Studies 401/19/S01 80
12. ESD 402/19/S01 80
13. Skills Proficiency Test 336/19/S04

14. On Job Education and Training 404/18/S08 1 year

TOTAL 1300

5.0 COURSE DURATION

The course duration is 1300 hours of theory plus one year on The Job Education
and Training.

6.0 ENTRY REQUIRMENTS

The minimum entry requirement is 5 O’ Level subjects passes with grade C or

better including English, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject or
equivalent.

7.0 MODE OF STUDY

Full time: 1300 hours plus one year on the job education and training.
Part time: 1300 hours plus one year on the job education and training.
Block release: 1300 hours plus one year on the job education and training.
Open Distance e- Learning: 1300 hours plus one year on the job education and
training.

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8.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN CONTINUOUS
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Chemical Engineering 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Drawing 2 assignments 20%
404/18/S01 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Physics and Electronics 3 hour paper A minimum of
404/18/S02 2 assignments 20% 100%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Analytical Chemistry 3 hour paper A minimum of
360/18/S02 2 assignments 20% 100%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
General Chemistry 3 hour paper A minimum of
404/18/S03 2 assignments 20% 100%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Microbiology and 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Biochemistry 404/18/S05 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Communication Skills 3 hour paper A minimum of
356/18/S05 2 assignments 20% 100%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Mathematics 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
404/18/S06 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Fundamentals of 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Chemical Engineering 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Plant and Laboratory 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Safety 2 assignments 20%
360/18/S07 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
National and Strategic 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Studies 2 assignments 20%
401/13/S01 2 practicals 20%
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2 tests 20%
Entrepreneurial Skills 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
and Development 2 assignments 20%
401/13/S02 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Fundamentals of 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Information Technology 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%
Skills Proficiency Test As per Skills Proficiency Schedule 100%
On the Job Education and As per logbook 100%
Training

9.0 GRADING

0% to 49% - Fail
50% to 59% - Pass
60% to 79% - Credit
80% to 100% - Distinction

10. CONDITIONS OF AWARD

10.1 A candidate should attend at least 85% learning sessions to qualify for
examinations.

10.2 Candidates should pass on aggregate provided they score at least 50% in
each of continuous assessment and examinations.

10.3 A candidate should pass all subjects to be awarded a Certificate in

Chemical Engineering.

10.4 The pass mark shall be 50 %

10.5 Non-submission of coursework marks will result in the candidate being

deferred.

11. RE-WRITE

11.1 A candidate should pass two thirds (2/3) of the subjects to qualify for a re-
write.

11.2 Re-writes should conform to current course structure.

11.3 Any candidate who fails to pass at least two thirds of the course should
repeat the whole course, including the subjects they would have passed.

11.4 A candidate is given no time limit in which to re-write the failed

subject(s).

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11.5 There is no aggregation for rewrites.

11.6 All re-writes should pass on performance in the examination.

11.7 A candidate who fails coursework shall repeat the subject

12.0 EXEMPTIONS

12.1 Exemptions are only granted in subjects already attained from a complete
accredited qualification provided an exemption certificate specifying
subjects of exemption is produced.

12.2 Exemption Certificate should be applied for at enrolment stage and

produced before registration for examinations.

13.0 IRREGULAR PRACTICES

13.1 Cheating in examination will result in disqualification from the whole

course and all other HEXCO courses. The candidate will be suspended for two
years.

13.2 Plagiarisms in any of the assessments will result in automatic disqualification in

all other HEXCO courses and the penalty as in 13.1 will apply

14.0 RESOURCES

14.1 Lecturer Qualifications

A minimum of National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

14.2 List of Basic Facilities and Equipment

Light microscopes
Autoclaves
Incubators
Hot air ovens
Pipettes, burettes, beakers, burners, measuring cylinders, etc.
Steam to water tubular heat exchanger
Film and drop-wise condensation unit
Water cooling tower
fluid mixing apparatus
Solid-solid extraction unit
Conductor of liquids and gases
Double effect evaporator
Plate and frame filters press
Batch plate and packed distillation column
Liquid extraction unit
Packed gas absorption column
Plate heat exchanger
Flow control accessories
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81A series turbine Flow meter

Model 760 single micro-controllers (flow and level measuring
loops).
Vis control valves (3”)
Model 760C single station micro-controller
M series pressure gauges (0-2bar)
821 GM series pressure transmitters
pH control accessory
Lamina flow analysis table
Losses in bends apparatus
Filtration equipment
Computer Laboratory

SUGGESTED REFEENCES

1. Himmelblau, D .M, Riggs, J. B.(2012) Basic of Principles Chemical

Engineering 8th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. United States.

2. Perry, J.H. (2010) Chemical Engineering Hand book, 9th edition

McGraw – Hill, New Jersey.
3. Nelson & Parker (2016) Advanced Physics, 17th Edition McGaw–Hill
Company, London.
4. Holman, J.P. (2016) Heat – Transfer, 10th Edition McGraw – Hill,
London.
5. Atkins, P. (2010) Physical Chemistry, 9th edition Richard Clay, New
York.
6. Coulson, R. (2017) Chemical Engineering Series Vol. series
Pergamon, New York.
7. Erbing, D. & Gammon, S. D. (2016) General Chemistry. 11 ed. s.l.:Cengage
Learning.
8. McMurry, J. (2015) Organic Chemistry 9th Ed, Books Cole, New York.
9. Hein M & Arena S, (2015) Foundation of college Chemistry, Amazon Books,
10. Skoog,D.A, West & Holler(2014) Analytical Chemistry Sounders Publishing
Company New York
11. Skoog, D.A (2014) Principles of Instrumental Analysis 9th Edition
12. Skoog West & Holler (2014) Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry 9th Edition
Education Inc.Sounders College Publishing Company New York.
13. Christian, G. D (2007) Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Sons.
14. Mendham, J. (2009) Vogel’s Quantitative Chemical Analysis, Pearson
15. Gardus A Schaum’s Outline of Analytical Chemistry, McGraw Hill
16. Harris D.C (2010) Quantitative Chemical Analysis, 8th Edition, W.
H.Freeman.
17. Stroud, K .A (2013) Engineering mathematics, 7th Edition, MacMillan,
London.
18. Bird, J. (2012 ) Engineering mathematics, 5th Edition
19. Crawshaw, J. and Chambers, J (2013) 4th Edition, A concise course in advanced
level statistics.
20. Zumdahl S (2007) Chemistry 7th Edition Houghton Mifflin Boston
21. Harvey D. (2011) Modern Analytical Chemistry, McGraw-Hill.
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22. Lochmuller C. H (2009), Quality assurance and quality control in the

analytical chemical laboratory a practical approach, Duke University.
23. Warren, L. (2010) Unit Operation of Chemical Engineering 7th
Edition McGraw-Hill.
24. Dhawan, R.K, (2011) Fundamentals of Engineering Drawing S. Chand
Publishing Company
25. Jeyapoovan, T, (2011) Engineering Drawing and Graphics Using
AutoCAD, Vikas Publishing House.
26. Albert Boundy (2011) Engineering Drawing 8th Edition, McGraw-Hill
27. Collins H. Simmonds (2012), Manual of Engineering Drawing 6th Edition,
Oxford, UK.
28. McMurry, J. (2015) Organic chemistry, 9th Edition, Books Cole, New York.
29. Hein M & Arena S, (2015) Foundation of college Chemistry, Amazon Books,
30. Alcamo, J. (2007) Fundamentals of Microbiology 8th Edition, Johns &
Bartlett
31. Wilson K & Walker J (2012) Principles and Techniques in Biochemistry 7th
Edition, Cambridge Press University.
32. Talaro, K.P, Chess, B. (2018) Fundamentals of Biochemistry 10th Edition,
Mclorow.

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PART II SYLLABI CONTENT

COURSE STRUCTURE

SUBJECT CODE DURATION

1. Engineering Drawing 404/18/S01 120
2. Physics and Electronics 404/18/S02 120

3. Chemistry 360/18/S01 120

4. Analytical Chemistry 360/18/S02 120
5. Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering 404/18/S09 160
6. Communication Skills 356/18/S05 80
7. Microbiology and Biochemistry 404/18/S05 120
8. Mathematics 404/18/S06 120
9. Laboratory Safety and Practice 360/18/S07 100
10. fundamentals of Information technology 310/19/S07 80
11. National and Strategic Studies 401/19/S01 80
12. ESD 402/19/S01 80
13. Skills Proficiency Test 336/19/S04

14. On Job Education and Training 404/18/S08 1 year

TOTAL 1300

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SUBJECT TITLE: FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

SUBJECT CODE: 404/18/S09

DURATION: 160 HOURS

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician
with the knowledge, skills and attitudes of Chemical Engineering.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the trainee should be able to

2.1 explain the importance of chemical engineering in the society

2.2 operate plant equipment

2.3 monitor process parameters

2.4 outline common industrial processes

2.5 explain the importance of specific operating conditions in industrial processes

2.6 outline principles of plant layout

2.7 monitor the quality of products

3.0 TOPICS

3.1 Introduction to Chemical Engineering

3.2 Introduction to Unit Operations

3.3 Introduction to fluid mechanics

3.4 Introduction to instrumentation and control

3.5 Industrial Processes

3.6 Plant layout

3.7 Quality control

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4.0 CONTENT

4.1 INTRODUCTION TO CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

4.1.1 Define chemical engineering.

4.1.2 Discuss the history of the chemical industry.
4.1.3 Explain the importance of the chemical industry.
4.1.4 Describe the roles of a chemical engineer.

4.2 INTRODUCTION TO UNIT OPERATIONS

4.2.1 Heat transfer

Define heat, temperature and heat transfer
Discuss modes of heat transfer: conduction, convection and
radiation
Describe the following heat transfer equipment
Heat exchangers: tubular and non- tubular, shell and plate.
Evaporator types and equipment

4.2.2 Mass transfer

Define mass transfer
Define gas absorption
Discuss gas absorption
Describe gas absorption equipment

Define distillation
Discuss distillation
Describe distillation equipment

Define filtration
Discuss filtration
Describe filtration equipment

Define drying
Discuss drying
Describe drying equipment

4.2.3 Size reduction and size enlargement

Define size reduction
Describe the following size reduction equipment
Crushers jaw crusher, gyratory crushers, roll crushers impact
crushers
Mills hammer mills, ball mills, roll mills, vibratory mills, SAG
mills,

Define size enlargement

Describe the following size enlargement equipment
Granulators

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Tumbling
Fluidised mixing
Centrifugal

4.3 INTRODUCTION TO FLUID MECHANICS

4.3.1 Describe the properties of fluids (viscosity, density, pressure,

specific weight)
4.3.2 Describe the types of pumps and their application (centrifugal
pumps, positive displacement pumps)
4.3.3 Describe the types of compressors.

4.4 INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUMENTATION AND PROCESS

CONTROL

4.4.1 Define the following process parameters (temperature, pressure,

flow and level)
4.4.2 Identify instruments used to measure
Temperature (thermometer, thermocouple)
Pressure (manometer, pressure gauge)
Flow (venturi meter, orifice, nozzles)
Level (float level indicator, magnetic level indicator)

4.5 INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES

4.5.1 Describe the manufacture of ammonia by the Haber Process.

4.5.2 Describe the manufacture of nitric acid by the Ostwald Process.
4.5.3 Describe the manufacture of ammonium nitrate
4.5.4 Describe the manufacture of sulphuric acid by the contact process
4.5.5 Describe the following processes as they used in mineral
processing: crushing, milling, flotation, filtration, drying and
smelting.

4.6 PLANT LAYOUT

4.6.1 Discuss the factors affecting site location

4.6.2 Describe plant layout specification (equipment layout, equipment
elevations, roads, paving and railroads, platforms, ladders and
stairs)

4.7 QUALITY CONTROL

4.7.1 Define quality

4.7.2 Define quality control
4.7.3 Discuss the importance of quality control
4.7.4 Quality control chart

SUGGESTED PRACTICALS
Fractional distillation
Filtration
Heat transfer practical
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Designing process layouts

Drawing quality control chart

5.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT 60%
40%
Fundamentals of Chemical 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Engineering 2 assignments 20%
3 hours exam 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

6.0 SPECIFICATION GRID

Topic Weight
Introduction to chemical engineering 5%
Introduction to unit operations 35%
Introduction to fluid mechanics 10%
Introduction to process instrumentation and control 10%
Industrial processes 25%
Plant layout 10%
Quality control 5%

7.0 SUGGESTED REFERENCES

Coulson, R. (2017) Chemical Engineering Series 7th Edition Butterworth-

Heinemann
Warren L (2005) Unit Operation of Chemical Engineering 7th Edition McGraw-
Hill
Perry (2010) Chemical Engineering Hand book, McGraw – Hill, New Jersey.

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SUBJECT TITLE: ENGINEERING DRAWING

SUBJECT CODE: 404/18/S01

DURATION: 120 HOURS

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee with the knowledge, skills and
attitudes of Engineering Drawing.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the trainee should be able to

2.1 explain the importance of engineering drawing

2.2 outline the functions of the drawing instruments

2.3 apply engineering principles

2.4 draw given objects in orthographic projection and section them when
necessary

2.5 draw given objects in isometric and oblique projection and section them
when necessary.

2.6 draw screw threads and fastening systems

2.7 interpret process diagrams

2.8 draw using AutoCad

3.0 TOPICS

Introduction to Engineering Drawing

The Drawing Office and Instruments

Principles of Engineering Drawing

Orthographic Projection and Working Drawings

Isometric and Oblique Projections

Screw Threads and Fastening Systems

AutoCAD

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4.0 CONTENT

4.1 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DRAWING

4.1.1 Give the meaning of engineering drawing.

4.1.2 State the importance of engineering drawing
4.1.3 Describe how engineering drawing can be learnt.

4.2 THE DRAWING OFFICE AND INSTRUMENTS

4.2.1 State the importance of the following:

 Company standards department
 Print room
 microfilm
 drawing instruments in the drawing office
4.2.2 Provide the purpose and range of materials, instruments and
equipment used for production of good quality drawings and
sketches.
4.2.3 State the functions of a designer, draughts person and tracer.
4.2.4 State the use and care of instruments.

4.3 PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING DRAWING

4.3.1 Outline the correct lay out procedures of engineering drawing in

accordance with British Standard 308 (BS 308)
4.3.2 Explain the correct use of drawing sheets, title blocks and lettering
sizes.
4.3.3 Explain the correct use of the different types of lines.
4.3.4 Describe the dimension methods.

4.4 ORTHOGRAPHIC PROJECTION AND WORKING DRAWINGS

First and third angle projection.

4.4.1 Define orthographic projection in relation to oblique and isomeric

projections.
4.4.2 Differentiate between first and third angle projections
4.4.3 Produce assembly drawings with sectional views.
4.4.4 Daw sketches (free hand) of some views in orthographic first and
third angle projections.
4.4.5 Practice working drawings as follows:

(a) proposed to BS 308 of component parts from

models, sample components sketches and given
views.
(b) component drawings to show

- hidden details
- sectional views (full, half and/or offset)

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- simple auxiliary views

- standard fastenings
- dimensioning for location and size of
common features.

4.4.6 Working drawings

4.4.7 Perform the following tasks:

(a) according to BS 308

(b) assembly drawings and sub assembly drawings in
orthographic projection including.

- sectional views
- standard fastenings
- parts and materials lists
- title blocks.

4.5 ISOMETRIC AND OBLIQUE PROJECTIONS

4.5.1 Define the terms isometric and oblique projections.

4.5.2 Draw sketches of isometric engineering drawings.
4.5.3 Produce drawings of simple components using isometric projection
without the use of isometric scales.

4.6 SCREW THREADS AND FASTENING SYSTEMS

Draw the following items

4.6.1 Screws and bolts.

4.6.2 Cheese head
4.6.3 Countersunk
4.6.4 Hexagonal sockets
4.6.5 Studs
4.6.6 Nuts and locknuts
4.6.7 Pins-dowels
4.6.8 Springs
4.6.9 Washers

4.7 PROCESS DOCUMENTATION

4.7.1 Basic Flow Diagrams
4.7.2 Piping and instrumentation diagrams

4.8 AUTO-CAD
4.9.1 Introduction to Auto-cad

4.9 DRAWING PRACTICE

Practice the following using Drawing instruments and Auto-Cad

4.9.1 single objects in isometric projection

4.9.2 single objects in oblique projection
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4.9.3 single objects in orthographic projection (first and third) angle)

4.9.4 assembling of drawings in orthographic projection
4.9.5 Sectional (half, full and offset) views of assemble drawing)
4.9.6 basic flow diagrams (reactors and valves heat exchangers
4.9.7 interpretation of piping and instrumentation diagrams.

5.0 SUGGESTED REFERENCES

Dhawan R.K, Fundamentals of Engineering Drawing (2011) S. Chand Publishing
Company.
Jeyapoovan, T.(2005) Engineering Drawing and Graphics Using AutoCAD, Vikas
Publishing House.
Albert Boundy (2011) Engineering Drawing 8th Edition, McGraw-Hill.
Collins H. Simmonds (2012), Manual of Engineering Drawing 6th Edition, Oxford, UK

6.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Chemical Engineering 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
Drawing 2 assignments 20%
404/18/S01 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

7.0 SPECIFICATION GRID

Topic Weight
Drawing instruments 5%
Principles of engineering drawing 5%
Orthographic projection and Working Drawings 15%
Isometric and oblique projections 5%
Screws, threads and fastening systems 5%
Process documentation 5%
Auto-Cad 5%
Drawing Practice (auto-cad and using drawing instruments) 50%

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SUBJECT TITLE: PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS

SUBEJCT CODE: 404/18/S02

DURATION: 120 HOURS

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee with the knowledge, skills and
attitudes of Physics and Electronics.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the trainee should be able to:

2.1 interpret readings from basic instruments

2.2 apply the principles of mechanics

2.3 apply the principles of thermal properties of materials

2.4 apply the principles of mechanical properties of materials

2.5 carry out calibration and basic service of instruments

2.6 apply the principles of electricity and magnetism

2.7 monitor plant operation/process

2.8 apply the principles of atomic and nuclear physics

3.0 TOPICS

Quantities and Units of Measurement

Mechanics

Thermal Properties of Matter

Mechanical properties of matter

Waves and Optics

Electricity and Magnetism

Electronics

Atomic and Nuclear Structure

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4.0 CONTENT

4.1 QUANTITIES AND UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

4.1.1 Distinguish between basic and derived SI units

4.1.2 Determine the consistency of equations using dimensional analysis.
4.1.3 Convert measurements between the SI (MKS) and other systems
4.1.4 Perform measurements using Vernier callipers, micrometer screw gauge.
4.1.5 Perform measurements using both analogue and digital instruments.
4.1.6 Interpret graphic displays such as Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO).
4.1.7 Devise methods to carry out accurate, precise and reliable measurements in
experimental work.
4.1.8 Evaluate the uncertainty in the termination of a quantity from empirical data.

4.2. MECHANICS

4.2.1 Differentiate between scalar and vector quantities

4.2.2 Define and use displacement, velocity and acceleration in kinematics.
4.2.3 Derive and apply the equations for motion : (s = ut +½ at2) and (v2 = u2 + 2as)
for motion under constant acceleration.
4.2.4 Draw and interpret displacement – time, velocity – time and acceleration –time
graphs.
4.2.5 Analyse motion in a plane under free-fall using the rectangular components of
velocity and acceleration.
4.2.6 State Newton’s laws of motion.
4.2.7 Apply Newton’s laws of motion
4.2.8 State the principles of conservation of momentum and energy when analysing
head-on collisions of bodies.
4.2.9 Apply the principles of conservation of momentum and energy when
analysing head-on collisions of bodies.
4.2.10 Define moment of a force, torque
4.2.11 Apply principle of torque in rigid bodies and structures.
4.2.12 Describe the desirable and undesirables effects of friction.
4.2.13 Show the relationship between energy and work under the gravitation field.
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4.2.14 Calculate angular velocity, centripetal force and acceleration

4.2.15 Describe the application of angular velocity, centripetal force and acceleration
in centrifuges.

4.3. THERMAL PROPERTIES OF MATTER

4.3.1 Compare the following temperature scales, Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin
4.3.2 Compare the range, sensitivity and accuracy of thermometers based on
volume, pressure, resistance, emf .
4.3.3 Relate the thermodynamic absolute scale to the mean kinetic energy of
particles in a body.
4.3.4 Use the triple point of water in the inter-conversions between the Celsius and
absolute scales.
4.3.5 Determine the latent heat and heat capacity of materials using the method of
mixtures and heating effect of a current.
4.3.6 Describe heat transfer by conduction, convection and radiation including
relevant applications.
4.3.7 Describe the principle of operation of thermostats.
4.3.8 Apply the Gas laws: Boyle’s law, Charles’s law, the Pressure law and Gay
Lussac’s Law
4.3.9 Use the equation of state of an ideal gas: PV = nRT.
4.3.10 Discuss the kinetic theory of gases (assumptions)
4.3.11 State Van der Waals’s equation for real gases
4.3.12 Define Thermodynamic heat and work
4.3.13 State the Laws of thermodynamics: Zeroth law, first law, second law and
degradation of energy.
4.3.14 Explain work done by an expanding gas: expression of work done,
reversible changes and indicator diagram.

4. 4 MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF MATTER

4.4.1 Use the kinetic particle theory of matter to explain the mechanical
properties of matter in the solid, liquid and gas phases.
4.4.2 Use Hooke’s Law to define stiffness elasticity and strength of a solid
material.
4.4.3 Define Young’s modulus of elasticity.

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4.4.4 Calculate stress, strain and deformation of bodies under compressive,

tensile and shearing forces.
4.4.5 Apply Archimedes principle.
4.4.6 Demonstrate that the pressure due to a liquid of density  at a depth h
p = ρgh.
4.4.7 Apply Pascal’s principles in hydraulic systems.
4.4.8 Use the principle of conservation of energy to derive the Bernoulli
equation for an ideal fluid. (P+ ½ pv2 + ρgh = constant)
4.4.9 Distinguish between laminar and turbulent flow
4.4.10 Describe the principles of operation of the filters, pumps, compressors,
blowers ,venturi meter and pitot tubes.
4.4.11 Explain the nature and effects of surface tension, capillarity and viscosity.

4.5. WAVES AND OPTICS

4.5.1 Distinguish between transverse and longitudinal wave motion.

4.5.2 Use diagrams to define wavelengths λ amplitude (γ), period T and phase 
of a wave motion.
4.5.3 Apply the equations:-
 C =  f and
 y (t) = Y sin (ῳt +  )
4.5.4 Demonstrate that a source of sound must be vibration in a medium
4.5.5 Explain how beats and standing waves are created using the principle of
superposition.
4.5.6 Define the decibel (dß), the unit of sound levels.
4.5.7 Describe how diffraction of light slits and gratings forms fringes in the
spectrophotometer.
4.5.8 Apply the laws of
 Reflection and
 Refraction
4.5.9 Draw ray diagrams to show how images are formed in a plane mirror,
magnifying glass, camera and microscope.
4.5.10 Apply Snell’s law to determine the critical angle of a material.

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4.5.11 Explain why an electron microscope has higher resolution than an optical
microscope

4.6 ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM

4.6.1 Describe how a body is charged by friction and induction.

4.6.2 Describe the configuration of an electric field using lines of force.
F
4.6.3 Define electrified strength as E =
q
4.6.4 Explain the charging and discharging of parallel plate capacitors with and
without a dielectric material.
4.6.5 Calculate the capacitance, charge, potential difference and energy stored in
a simple capacitor.
4.6.6 Calculate the potential difference, circuit resistance, power and energy in
circuit elements.
4.6.7 Use Kirchoff’s law and Ohm’s law to calculate the effective résistance and
capacitance for series and parallel networks.
4.6.8 Explain the principles of the potential divider, potentiometer and
Wheatstone bridge.
4.6.9 Discuss charge sensitivity of voltmeters and ammeters using series and
shunt resistors.
4.6.10 Apply Ampere and Biot –Savart laws to calculate the force on a moving
charge and a current element in a magnetic fluid.
4.6.11 Explain how a torque is created in the electric motor and moving coil
meter (d’Arsonval movement)
4.6.12 Outline the principle of operation of a mass spectrometer, Geiger Muller
tube and flame detectors
4.6.13 Recall and apply Faradays and Lenz’s laws in the transformer, dynamo
and alternator inductor
4.6.14 Demonstrate heating, chemical lighting and magnetic effect of current in
the laboratory
4.6.15 Explain why electric power is generated and distributed as A.C.

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4.7 ELECTRONICS

4.7.1 Use the bond model of electrons in solids to explain the electrical
properties of metals, semiconductors and insulators.
4.7.2 Describe how doping is used to fabricate P-type and V-type semiconductor
material
4.7.3 Use the I – V characteristics of a P- N function to explain how it acts as a
rectifier i.e. non-Ohmic.
4.7.4 Draw half –wave and full-wave rectifier currents and compare their output
waveforms with CRO
4.7.6 Explain how a transistor can be used as an amplifier or a switch
4.7.7 Identify resistors (not capacitors and inductors) using colour code

4.8. ATOMIC AND NUCLEAR STRUCTURE

4.8.1 Use the Bohr model to explain the characters atomic absorption and
emission spectra of elements
4.8.2 Describe radioactive decay suing nuclear reaction equations for αβ and γ
emission
4.8.3 Apply the radioactive decay law.
dN
= - N
dt
4.8.4 Outline the application radioactive materials for dating rock and fossils,
medicine, biology, engineering, radiography and radiotherapy.
4.8.5 Describe how x-rays are generated and their uses in radiography and
crystallography.
4.8.6 State the hazards associated with ionising radiations and the precautions
that must be taken
4.8.7 Relate the changes of radiation to energy (frequency) charge and mass.
4.8.8 Apply the equation for attenuation of radiation, I(x) = I (o) e άx

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SUGGESTED PRACTICALS

1. Carryout wavelength measurement

2. Construct electrical circuits in parallel and in series.

3. Construct the Wheatstone bridge.

5.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID

Topic Weight %
Quantities and Units of Measurement 10
Mechanics 15
Thermal Properties of Matter 15
Waves and Optics 15
Electricity and Magnetism 20
Electronics 15
Atomic and Nuclear Structure 10

A three-hour paper will be written at the end of the course with the following
structure.
1. Section A (40 marks)
Short answer structured questions. Candidates to answer ALL questions
2. Section B (60 marks)
5x20 mark structured questions or essays. Candidates to attempt ANY three
6.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME
EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Physics and Electronics 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
404/18/S02 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

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7.0 SUGGESTED REFEENCES

Himmelblau, D .M, Riggs, J. B.(2012) Basic Principles of Chemical Engineering

th
8 Edition, Pearson Education Inc. United States..

Nelkon & Parker (2016) Advanced Physics,17th Ed McGaw–Hill Company,

London.

Holman, J.P. (2016) Heat – Transfer,10th Edition McGraw – Hill, London.

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SUBJECT TITLE: MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY

SUBJECT CODE: 404/18/S05

DURATION: 120 HOURS

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee with the knowledge, skills and
attitudes of microbiology and biochemistry.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the trainee should be able to:

2.1 apply microscopic techniques to analyse various industrial processes

2.2 explain cell structure and its function.

2.3 Relate the function of animal and plant tissue to structure and location.

2.4 explain the classification, structure, function and lifecycles of

microorganisms

2.5 explain the characteristics of microorganisms

2.6 demonstrate sterilisation and disinfection techniques

2.7 outline the structure and classification of carbohydrates, lipids and

enzymes.

3.0 TOPICS

Microscopy Techniques

Cytology

Histology

Fungi

Bacteria

Viruses

Physiology Of Microbiology

Sterilization And Disinfection

Carbohydrates
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Lipids

Nucleic Acids

Enzymes

4.0 CONTENT

4.1 MICROSCOPY TECHNIQUES

4.1.1 Describe the use and care of the compound light microscope.
4.1.2 State the functions of the different parts of the microscope. (lenses,
knobs, light source, diaphragm etc).
4.1.3 Discuss the different types of microscopes i.e. electron, florescent,
phase contrast and scanning microscope.
4.1.4 Prepare wet mounts and fixation.

4.1.5 Describe the basic hand sectioning and staining of a plant stem.

4.2 CYTOLOGY

4.2.1 Describe the ultra-structure of plant and animal cells i.e the
appearance and function of cell organelles.
4.2.2 Compare Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic.
4.2.3 Explain cell division (mitosis and meiosis)

4.3 HISTOLOGY

4.3.1 Describe the following: plant tissue e.g. parenchyma, colenchyma

sellerenchym vascular tissue e.t.c.
4.3.2 Give the general classification of plant cells according to function
structure and location.
4.3.3 Discuss animal tissue (epitheal, muscle, bone and nervous tissue)
4.3.4 Relate the function to the structure and location of each one of
them.

4.4 FUNGI

Describe the following:

4.4.1 Fungi (classification)

4.4.2 Yeast; - structures, classification and multiplication, brewing,
baking, cheese manufacturing.
4.4.3 Moulds: - structures, classification and multiplication.
4.4.4 Common fungal diseases.

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4.5 BACTERIA

Discuss the following:

4.5.1 Nomenclature
4.5.2 Size and morphological classification
4.5.3 Anatomy of the Bacterial cell’s capsules, flagella, fimbriae, spores,
nuclei, granules and inclusions.
4.5.4 The major groups (orders/families).
4.5.5 Common bacterial diseases.

4.6 VIRUSES

Discuss the following:

4.6.1 Morphology, size, shape and structure of viruses.

4.6.2 Propagation and life cycle of bacteriophage.
4.6.3 Common viral diseases and classification.
4.6.4 Heat resistance, disinfection resistance.

4.7 PHYSIOLOGY OF MICROBIOLOGY

Describe how the following affect microorganisms:

4.7.1 Moisture, nutrient, toxic substances, temperature, oxygen, osmotic

pressure, pH and radiation.
4.7.2 Other physical influences – electricity, magnetism, sound waves
and supersonic vibrators.

4.8 STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION

4.8.1 Explain factors that influence sterilization.

4.8.2 Describe sterilization by heat – dry and moist.
4.8.3 Explain sterilization by radiation, chemicals and filters.
4.8.4 Discuss the use of disinfectants (halogens, heavy metal
compounds, detergents, phenol, alcohol, pine oil, dyes and
formation of oxidizing agents.)

4.9 CARBOHYDRATES

Explain the following:

4.9.1 General structure and classification, isomerism and synthesis.

4.9.2 Reducing and non-reducing sugars.

4.10 LIPIDS

Describe the following:

4.10.1 Fats and oils, their differences, (simple and complex).

4.10.2 Vitamins A, B and K.
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4.10.3 Lipid protein structures.

4.11 NUCLEIC ACIDS

Explain the following:

4.11.1 Nucleotides and nucleic acids.

4.11.2 DNA structure and replication, heredity.
4.11.3 Structure and synthesis of RNA and the biosynthesis of RNA.

4.12 ENZYMES

Explain the following:

4.12.1 Classification and nature of enzymes.

4.12.2 Kinetics of enzyme- catalysed reactions.
4.12.3 Activation of enzymes.
4.12.4 Inhibition of enzymes.

SUGGESTED PRACTICALS
 Biuret test.
 Electrophoresis.
 Chromatography of amino acids.
 Millon’s test
 Investigate the bacterial content of fresh and stale milk.
 Stain bacterial for examination under the light microscope.
 Compare the number of bacteria present in fresh and stale milk
 Produce pure cultures – isolation methods, colonies, culture media.
 Stain and fix – different staining e.g. Gram’s stain, acid fast stain,
spore stain etc.
 Do the test for reducing and non-reducing sugars.
 Carry out experiments on Amino acids and Protein synthesis.
 Carry out the extraction of lipids by using solvent and column
methods.
 Prepare wet mounts to illustrate a range of cells, epidermal cells
e.g. onion epidermis, human cheek cells.

SUGGESTED REFERENCES

Hein M & Arena S, (2015) Foundation of college Chemistry, Amazon Books,

Zumdahl,S. (2007). Chemistry, 7th Edition, Houghton Mifflin, Boston.
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Alcamo (2007) Fundamentals of Microbiology 8th Edition, Johns & Bartlett.

Wilson, K & Walker, J. (2012) Principles and Techniques in Biochemistry 7th
Edition, Cambridge Press University.
Talaro, K.P, Chess, B. (2018) Fundamentals of Biochemistry, 10th Edition, Mclorow.

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Microbiology and 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
biochemistry 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
404/S06
2 tests 20%

SPECIFICATION GRID

Topic Weight %
MICROSCOPY TECHNIQUES 10
CYTOLOGY 10
HISTOLOGY 10
FUNGI 10
BACTERIA 10
VIRUSES 10
PHYSIOLOGY OF MICROBIOLOGY 5
STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION 10
CARBOHYDRATES 5
LIPIDS 5
NUCLEIC ACIDS 5
ENZYMES 10

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SUBJECT TITLE: MATHEMATICS

SUBJECT CODE: 404/18/S06

DURATION: 120 HOURS

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee with mathematical knowledge, skills
and attitudes.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the learners should be able to

2.1 solve algebraic equations

2.2 apply knowledge of calculus to chemical engineering
2.3 collect, arrange and analyse data

3.0 TOPICS

Algebra
Calculus
Statistics

4.0 CONTENT

4.1 ALGEBRA

4.1.1 Radical expressions - properties of radicals and radical expressions.

4.1.2 The quadratic formula. Solution of models based on relevant

technical problems (taken from physics, chemical engineering, etc.)

4.1.3 Quadratic functions. Graphing, graphing a polynomial up to 3 rd

degree.

4.1.4 Exponential and logarithmic functions.

Properties of logarithms.
Solving logarithmic and exponential equations.

4.1.5 Trigonometry

 introduction to trigonometry (triangles, trigonometric ratios,

reciprocal ratios ,special triangles and trigonometric
equations)
 trigonometric identities ( fundamental identities, compound
angle identities, double angle identities)

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4.1.6 Coordinate geometry

 determine the equation of a line (y = mx + c)

 determine the gradient of a straight line and construct the line on a graph
 determine the co-ordinates of intersection of diagonals of polygons such
as parallelograms, rhombus and squares.
 determine the distance between two points.
 determine the areas under the graphs of linear functions.

4.2 CALCULUS

Differentiation

4.2.1 Differentiation from first principles

4.2.2 Standard derivatives(derivatives of polynomials,
trigonometric functions, Inax, ex )
4.2.3 Differentiation formulas; product rule, quotient rule and
chain rule.
4.2.4 Implicit differentiation.
4.2.5 Higher derivatives.
4.2.6 Application of the derivative to: Instantaneous rates of
change, location of stationary points, equation of the
tangent, normal, the first derivative test, relative maxima
and minima, applications of maxima and minima, curve
sketching;
4.2.7 Derivatives of transcendental functions.

Integration

4.2.8
Standard integrals
4.2.9
The definite integral.
Numeric integration: Simpson’s Rule.
4.2.10
4.2.11
Application of the integral to calculate work, fluid pressure,
Area under a curve, area between curves, volume of solids
of revolution.
4.2.12 Integrating logarithmic and exponential functions.
4.2.13 Integrating the sine, cosine and tan trig functions.
4.2.14 Integration by parts.
4.2.15 Integration by substitution and using partial fractions
4.3 STATISTICS
4.3.1 Methods of data collection
4.3.2 Statistical Data presentation
 presentation of ungrouped data (pictograms, bar chart
and pie chart)
 presentation of grouped data (histograms, frequency
polygons and cumulative frequency curves)
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4.3.3 Measures of central tendency and dispersion (mean, mode,

median, range, standard deviation, quartiles, deciles and
percentiles) for both grouped and ungrouped data
4.3.4 Introduction to probability (notation, sampling, types of
probability, empirical probability, classical probability,
mutually exclusive events and independent events, addition
and multiplication laws of probability, tree diagrams)
SUGGESTED PRACTICALS
 Data collection
 Data presentation
 Data analysis

SPECIFICATION GRID

Topic Weight %
Algebra 30
Calculus 40
Statistics 30

SUGGESTED REFERENCES

1. Stroud, K .A (2013) Engineering mathematics, 7th Edition, MacMillan,

London.
2. Bird, J. (2006 ) Engineering mathematics, 5th Edition, McGraw Hill,
London.
3. Crawshaw, J. and Chambers, J (2001) 4th Edition, A concise course in advanced
level statistics, McGraw Hill, London.
.

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Mathematics 3 hour paper A minimum of 100%
404/S06 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

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SUBJECT: CHEMISTRY

CODE: 360/18/S01

DURATION: 200 Hours

1. AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee ability to apply knowledge acquired in
chemistry and their application in the chemical and allied industry.

2. LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the student will be able to:

2.1 explain the fundamental concepts of Chemistry
2.2 perform sample analysis
2.3 explain the periodicity of physical properties of the elements
2.4 set up conditions for reagents and standards preparation
2.5 articulate bonding of elements
2.6 describe the general physical and chemical properties of elements
2.7 describe the uses of non-metals and their reaction characteristics
2.8 discuss the characteristics of transition elements
2.9 interpret the nomenclature and full structural formula of organic
compounds

3.0 TOPICS
Fundamental Concepts
Atomic Structure
Stoichiometry
Gas Laws
Reaction Kinetics
Chemical Equilibria
Electrochemistry
Periodicity
Chemical Bonding
Transition Elements
Organic Chemistry
Hydrocarbons
Aromatics

4.0 CONTENT
4.1. Fundamental concepts
4.1.1 Classification of matter
- define the following terms: element, compound, mixture
- state three forms of matter
- describe the properties of matter in terms of mass, volume
compressibility, fluidity
- explain the properties of matter in terms of kinetic theory
4.1.2 Explain the properties of the following substances: -
- Anhydrous
- Hydrated
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- Hygroscopic
- Deliquescent
- Efflorescent
4.1.3 Explain the use of the following: -
- Desiccants
- Drying agents
- Molecular sieves

4.2 Atomic structure

4.2.1 Explain the atomic theory under the following subheadings

- Daltons atomic theory
- Bohr model of an atom
- Atomic structure according to Rutherford.
- Modern atomic theory: - explain electronic configuration,
line spectra, energy levels, quantum numbers s, p and d orbitals,
ionisation energy
4.2.2 Derive electron configuration for different atoms using s,p,d ,f notation
and condensed notation

4.3 Stoichiometry

4.3.1 Define the following terms: - relative atomic isotopic, molecular masses,
mass based on the C-12 scale
4.3.2 Define the mole in terms of the Avogadro’s number
4.3.3 Calculate the relative atomic masses in terms of the relative abundance of
its isotopes
4.3.4 Describe the empirical and molecular formulae
4.3.5 Calculate the empirical and molecular formula based on the combustion
data or composition by mass
4.3.6 Balance chemical equations
4.3.7 Perform calculation, including the use of the mole concept in the
following:
 Reacting masses from formulae and equations
 Volume of gases
 percentage yield
 Volume and concentrations of solutions
 Deduce stoichiometric relationships from calculations such as
those stated above

4.4 Gas laws

4.4.1 Define absolute temperature

4.4.2 State the following: Gas Laws (Charles and Boyles), ideal gas equation.
4.4.3 Perform the calculations involving volume, temperature and pressure
using the ideal gas equation (PV= nRT)

4.5 Reaction kinetics

4..5.1 describe the collision theory of chemical reactions

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4.5.2 Explain the effects of the following:

- Concentration
- Catalyst
- Temperature
- Light
- Pressure
- Surface area

4.6 Chemical Equilibrium

4.6.1 Explain the meaning of dynamic equilibrium

4.6.2 Write the equilibrium constant expression for a given reaction
4.6.3 Calculate the equilibrium constant
4.6.4 Explain the significance of the equilibrium constant
4.6.5 State the factors affecting the position of equilibrium constant
4.6.6 State the Le Chatelier’s Principle
4.6.7 Explain how pressure concentration and temperature affect the equilibrium
4.6.8 Describe the following industrial processes:
- Haber process
- Contact process
4.6.9 Explain the meaning of the following terms:
Solution, solubility and solubility curves (Henry’s law) and crystallization.

4.7 Electrochemistry

Electrochemical cells

4.7.1 Define the terms oxidation and reduction

4.7.2 Determine the oxidation numbers of elements
4.7.3 Describe the redox reactions using relevant half equations
4.7.4 Define electrochemical cell
4.7.5 Explain how electrochemical cells work e.g. Cu/Zn cell
4.7.6 Define standard electrode potential
4.7.7 Describe the standard hydrogen electrode (SHE)
4.7.8 Describe measurement of the standard electrode potential
4.7.9 Calculate the Electromotive motive force (emf) of a cell
4.7.10 Describe the use of electrode potential values in the determination of the
position of elements in the reactivity series.

Electrolysis

4.7.11 Describe the electrolysis process

4.7.12 State Faraday ‘s Law of Electrolysis
4.7.13 Calculate amounts produced in the Cathode and Anode reactions
4.7.14 Explain its application in the: purification of copper, production of
hydrogen and oxygen, production of sodium hydroxide and chlorine,
extraction of aluminium

4.8 Periodic table

4.8.1 Describe the Mendeleev’s Periodic Table and the periodic law
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- p-block, s-block, d-block and f-block

- Ordering of the elements
- Periods, groups and noble gases
4.8.2 Explain periodicity of the following as exemplified by Period 3; melting
points, atomic radii and ionic radii, and Ionisation energy, valence,
electronegativity
4.8.3 Describe the trends down the groups using the following as examples:
 S-block
a. Reactions with water/steam and air
b. Reactions with acids
c. boiling points, melting points, atomic radii and ionic radii,
electrical conductivity, and ionisation energy
 Group IV
Explain the following term: -
a. Inert pair effect
b. Thermal stability of chlorides
c. Acid base behaviour of oxides
 Group VII
a. Describe the boiling points, melting points, atomic radii and
colour formation
b. Discuss the acid strength of the hydrogen halides

4.9 Chemical Bonding

4.9.1 Describe the following types of bonding:
- Ionic bonding as in NaCl, MgO including the use of the
dot and cross diagrams
- Covalent bonding- as in H2O, Cl2, HCl, CO2, CH4 and
C2H6- Sigma bonds (δ-bonds) and Pi -bonding (π-bond)
- Coordinate bonding (dative bonding) as in BF3NH3
- Metallic bonding in terms of lattice energy, vibration of
atoms
4.9.2 Describe and predict the effect of different types of bonding
on the physical properties of substances
4.9.3 Explain the shapes and bond angles using simple examples
such as: trigonal planar e.g. BF3, tetrahedral e.g. CH4,
pyramidal NH3 linear e.g. CO2, nonlinear H2O and octahedral
SF6
4.9.4 Describe the following types of intermolecular forces
- hydrogen bonding
- induced dipole- induced dipole moments
- permanent dipole- permanent dipole moments

4.10 Transition elements

4.10.1 Define the term transition element
4.10.2 Explain the following physical and chemical properties of d-block
elements
a. High density
b. High melting points
c. Strong tendency to form complexes

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d. Formation of coloured complexes

e. Para magnetism
f. Variable oxidation states
g. Catalytic activity
4.11 Organic Chemistry
4.11.1 Use and interpret the nomenclature and full structural formula of the
following classes in compounds:
a. Alkanes, alkenes and halogenoalkanes
b. Alcohols (including primary, secondary and tertiary) and
aldehydes and ketones
c. Carboxylic acids and esters
d. Amines (primary only)

4.11.2 Define the following terminology used in organic chemistry

a. Functional groups
b. Homolytic and heterolytic fission
c. Isomerism
d. Homologous series

4.11.2 Describe the following types of isomerism:

a. Structural isomerism
b. Cis- trans isomerism

4.12 Hydrocarbons

4.12.1 Describe the free- radical substitution of ethane by chlorine and by

bromine
4.12.2 Describe the general reactions
a. Electrophilic addition using bromine
b. Oxidation of alcohols
c. Esterification
(No mechanisms of reactions are required)

4.13 Aromatics

4.13.1 Describe the structure of benzene

4.13.2 Nomenclature of monosubstituted benzene
4.13.3 Describe nitration, halogenation and sulphonation of benzene

Practicals

 Carry out the following Practicals:

 The effect of change in concentration, temperature and use of catalysts.
 Electrolysis and electrode potential experiments e.g. purification of copper by
electrolysis; production of oxygen by electrolysis of H 2O & H2SO4.
 Carry out practical to determine the enthalpy of neutralization using the
equation Mc ∆T = Q.
 Simple titrations involving other reagents may also be set but, where
appropriate, sufficient working details will be given.
 tests for the following gases: NH3; CO2; Cl2; H2; O2
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 Carry out specified identification tests and make deductions from their
observations. They may be required to identify the following ions: Ca2+;
Fe2+; Fe3+; Cu2+; Zn 2+; Pb2+; Ag+; Cl -, SO42-

6.0 SUGGESTED RFERENCES

Hein,.B. & (2017) College Chemistry Brooks/Cole Publishing CompanyMontenery,

Pattison, L Carlifonia
Chritian, G. (2012) Analytical Chemistry Sounders Publishing Company New York

7.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID

TOPIC N0 TOPIC WEIGHTING

1 FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS 6

2 ATOMIC STRUCTURE 7

3 STOICHIOMETRY 7

4 GAS LAWS 7

5 REACTION KINETICS 7

6 CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIA 8

7 ELECTROCHEMISTRY 8

8 PERIODICITY 10

9 CHEMICAL BONDING 12

10 TRANSITION ELEMENTS 7

11 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 7

12 HYDROCARBONS 7

13 AROMATICS 7

TOTAL 100

8.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABL MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

E SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Chemistry 3hour paper A minimum of 100%
360/18/S01 2 assignments 20%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

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SUBJECT TITLE: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

SUBJECT CODE: 360/18/S02

DURATION: 200 Hours

1.0 AIM

The aim of the subject is to equip the trainee the ability to analyse substances and
identify their application in the chemical and allied industry.

3.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course trainee should be able to:

2.1 perform statistical calculations using given information

2.2 carry out sampling using different sampling methods

2.3 perform different types of titrations and carry out relevant calculations

2.4 carry out gravimetric analysis and relevant calculations

2.5 define chromatography, describe aspects of chromatographic methods and

outline its principles

2.6 outline theory and applications of visible and ultraviolet spectrophotometry

3.0 TOPICS

Statistics
Sampling and sample preparation
Acidimetry
Redox titration
Complexiotitration
Precipitate titrations
Gravimetric analysis

4.0 THEORY

4.1 STATISTICS
4.1.1 Distinguish between;
- Precision and accuracy
- Types of errors
(a) State different types of errors
(b) Suggest ways of minimizing errors

4.1.2 Calculate;
- Spread
- Mean
- Standard deviation (error)
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- Variance

4.1.3 Define from a set of data

- Confidence levels
- Limits
- Intervals

4.1.3 Carry out significance tests

- Q-test
- t-test
- F- test
- Linear regression, for given data.

4.2 SAMPLING AND SAMPLE PREPARATION

4.2.1 Describe the following types of sampling of materials:

- Liquids
- Powders
- Metal blocks and rocks
- Gases
4.2.2 Describe modes of sampling
- Ball mills
- Rifflers
4.2.3 Outline methods of reduction of size
- Coning
- Quartering
- Rolling
4.2.4 Describe methods of decomposing samples
- Water
- Mineral acids
- Mixed acids
- Bases
- Fluxes and fluxing agents

4.3 TITRIMETRY

4.3.1 Describe classical titrimetric techniques ie acidimetry, redox,

argentometric and precipitation.
4.3.2 State the properties of the following:
- primary standard
- secondary standard
4.3.3 Define the following terms:
- Molarity
- Normality
4.3.3 Calculate concentration using w/w%, v/v%, w/v%, ppm, ppt and ppb.
- Acidimetry
4.3.4 Plot the following titration curves:
- Strong acid-strong base titrations
- Strong acid – weak base titrations
- Weak acid – strong base titrations

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(a) Calculate pH and pOH.

(b) Select Ph indicators and state factors affecting choice.
(c) Prepare and use buffer solutions and state functions.
(d) Calculate the pH and pOH of buffer solution

4.4 Redox Reactions

4.4.2 Define oxidation and reduction

4.4.3 Balance redox reaction equations in acid and bases.
4.4.4 State redox titration indicator.
4.4.5 Explain strength of H2O2.
4.4.6 Outline theory of reactions involving KMnO4 and K2Cr2O7
4.4.7 Calculation of reactions involving oxidising agents (KMnO4 and K2Cr2O7)
4.4.8 Distinguish iodimetry and iodometry titrations.
4.4.9 Explain use of starch in iodometric reactions.

4.5 COMPLEXIOMETRIC TITRATIONS

4.5.1 Define the following:

a) Ligand
b) Chelate
c) Complex
d) Formation constants

4.5.2 Describe complexiometric titrations (emphasis be placed on EDTA).

- State types of EDTA titrations.
- Select indicators and plotting titration curves.
4.5.3 Define masking and demasking agents.

4.6 PRECIPITATE TITRATIONS

4.6.1 Describe argentometric titrations i.e.

-Liebig method
-Mohr
-Volhard
-Fajans

4.7 GRAVIMETRIC ANALYSIS

4.7.1 Define precipitation and volatilization techniques

4.7.2 Describe precipitation, peptization, digestion, colloidal solutions,
contamination, washing, filtration, heat treatment (drying and /or ignition)
and
weighing of precipitates.
4.7.3 Describe precipitation from homogeneous solution
4.7.4 Calculate gravimetric factor and percentage composition.
4.7.5 Outline theory of electrogravimetry

4.8 CHROMATOGRAPHIC SEPARATION

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4.8.1 Define chromatography

4.8.2 Describe aspects of chromatographic methods under the following:
- Sample of preparation
- Choice of mobile phase
- Nature of stationary phase (liquids and solids)
- Sample interaction with stationary phase

4.8.3 Outline the basic principles of the following:

- Paper chromatography (partition)
- Thin layer chromatography (adsorption)

4.9 PRACTICALS

Sampling
- Sampling of metals, sands, powder, liquids and gases.
Titrimetry
- Preparation of constant boiling HCL and its standardization.
- Preparation and storage of carbonate-free NaOH.
- Titration of H2SO4 and fruit juices
- Titration of HCl, H2SO4 or HNO3 vs NaOH, Ba (OH) 2, KOH,
NaHCO3 or Na2CO3.
- Titration of CH3COOH vs strong acid.
- Preparation of buffer solutions.
Redox Titrations
-Determine Fe2+ using K2Cr2O7 or KmnO4.
-Determine copper using iodometric titration.
-Determine Mg2+ and Ca2+ in municipal and borehole water.
- Determine composition of brass alloy
-Determine halide ions except F-
-Determine silver ions
-Determine CNS-, CN-

-Determination of Ni, Fe, Ba, Mg and Pb.12

-Examine of constituents of an industrial dye by paper chromatography
-Separate leaf pigments by, column chromatography and thin-layer
chromatography.

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5.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID

TOPIC TOPIC WEIGHTING %

NUMBER
1 Statistics 13
2 Sampling and sample preparation 13
3 Acidimetry 20
4 Redox titration 13
5 Complexiotitration 14
6 Precipitate titrations 13
7 Gravimetric analysis 14
TOTAL 100

6.0 SUGGESTED REFERENCES

de la Guardia, M (2012) The Concept of Green Analytical Chemistry John Willey and Sons
Valcano M (2012) Principles of Analytical Chemistry
Louis J (2012) Ionic Equilibrium in Analytical Chemistry
Christian G D (2012) Analytical Chemistry
Hein B. & Pattison L.(2017) College Chemistry Brooks/Cole Publishing Company
Montenery Califonia

Skog West & Holler (2007) Analytical Chemistry Sounders Publishing Company New
York

7.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Analytical Chemistry 3 hour paper A minimum of
360/18/S02 2 assignments 20% 100%
2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

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SUBJECT: LABORATORY SAFETY AND PRACTICE

CODE: 360/18/S07

DURATION: 100 HOURS

1.0 AIM:

The aim of this subject is to equip the trainee with the knowledge, skills and attitudes
of laboratory safety practice.

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the course, the graduate should be able to: -

2.1 Describe basic laboratory rules, fundamental concepts and skills

2.2 Identify risk and hazards associated with chemicals and safety at work places
2.3 explain the laboratory activities legal framework.
2.4 Outline function of different laboratories
2.5 Discuss handling, classification and storage of toxic substances
2.6 Perform housekeeping in the laboratory
2.7 handle appropriately chemicals, biological specimens, tools and equipment
2.8 apply fire emergency procedures in fire outbreak.
2.9 Carry out first aid procedure

3.0 TOPICS

Basic – Rules Fundamental Concepts and Laboratory Skills

Safety at Work Places
Technicians and the Law
Safety Aspects of Designing Laboratories
Industrial and Laboratory Health
Laboratory Records and Waste Management
Care Handling and Storage
Tools and Equipment
Fire Safety
First Aid

4.0 THEORY

4.1. BASIC-RULES FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS AND LABORATORY

SKILLS

4.1.1 explain laboratory code of conduct, corrosive and toxic substance which
react with water, flammable solvents and gases, solid carbon dioxide and
liquefied gases, mercury handling and carrying Winchester.
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4.1.2 Explain the use of fume cupboards, safety screens and personal protection
clothing and equipment
4.1.3 Weighing: methods of weighing and types of balances.
4.1.4 Volumetric glassware: types, grading, use, cleaning and calibration of
volumetric glassware.
4.1.5 Perform house-keeping: disinfect work area, setting up equipment
4.1.6 Identify hazards and risks associated with acids, bases, flammables,
radioactive materials and handling of various instruments

4.2 SAFETY AT WORK PLACES

4.2.1 Identify hazards and associated risks

4.2.2 Analyse how hazards and risks are going to affect the user and the environment
4.2.3 describe causes and types of injuries: Injuries with bleeding, without bleeding,
injuries due to over exposure.
4.2.4 Describe the cost implications of work places injuries:
4.2.5 Give an insight into the material, human and time costs of accidents at work
places.
4.2.6 report and record accidents: analysis of accident data and determination of
causes
4.2.7 describe use of rules, regulations and statutes at work places.

4.3 TECHNICIANS AND THE LAW (NOTE THAT THE LAWS CHANGE
FROM
TIME TO TIME)

4.3.1 describe the relevant legal framework of laboratory activities in respect of the
themes of:
 Health and Safety at Work Act, chapter 12
 Factories and Works Act, chapter 283
 Pneumoconiosis Act, chapter 327
 The Explosives Act, chapter 307

4.3.2 describe purchasing procedures of duty-free alcohol.

4.4 SAFETY ASPECTS OF DESIGNING LABORATORIES

4.4.1 Function

- list different types of laboratories (laboratory built for a specific function).

4.4.2 Location

- discuss the significance of site choice and location of laboratories with

respect to the rest of the plant.

4.4.3 Capacity

- explain the importance of safe areas allocation to individuals and

equipment in a laboratory.

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4.4.4 Ventilation

- explain the importance, advantages and disadvantages

of natural and artificial ventilation.
- identify the times to use fans and fume cupboards.
- indicate the positioning of fans on ducts.

4.4.5 Lighting

- discuss the importance, advantages and disadvantages of natural and

artificial light.
- describe the effect of buildings orientation on the availability of
natural light.
- choose between fluorescent and filament type of lamps
- discuss the effects of lighting on people, buildings and equipment.
- describe the use of lighting conductors and earthing.

4.4.5 Floors

- select the appropriate floor material for different types of laboratories.

- describe the importance of non-slippery floors.

4.4.6 Layout

- discuss floor markings and equipment layout.

- secure equipment to floors and benches.
- discuss the use of separating different activities.

4.4.7 Noise and Vibrations

- discuss the harmful effects of noise and vibrations on human beings and
on equipment
- discuss the reduction of these in the laboratory

4.4.8 Work Benches

- describe the advantages and disadvantages of using concrete, wood

metal and polymer work surfaces.

4.4.9 Drains

- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using porcelain and

plastics in the construction of drains.
- maintain drains.

4.4.10 Power

- Discuss the hazards associated with sources of power (batteries,

means).

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- Discuss the necessity of installing single and three phase power

supply points.

4.4.11 Gas

- Describe the safe use of fuel gases.

4.4.12 Water

- Discuss the need for the installation of different sizes and types of
water supplies.
- State the need to install drinking water points.

4.5 INDUSTRIAL AND LABORATORY HEALTH

4.5.1 Routes of Entry

- Discuss how toxic substances enter the body by ingestion, injection,

skin absorption and inhalation.

4.5.2 Discuss the classification of toxic substances as follows.

- Irritants
- Systemic poisons that affect particular systems
- Depressants and narcotics with temporary effects
- Asphyxiates which cause suffocation
- Carcinogens which cause cancer
- Teratogens which affect the foetus
- Mutagens, which affect the genes.

4.5.3 Outline the factors to be considered in the storage of chemicals.

- poisons
- flammable substances
- radioactive substances

4. 5.4 Effects of Radiations

- Outline the sources of ionizing radiations
- Describe methods of disposal of radioactive material
- Understand the environmental impact of radioactive waste.

4.6 LABORATORY RECORDS AND WASTE MANAGEMENT

Stock management
4.6.1 - Demonstrate the following: stock taking, stock receiving, stock storage and
stock issuing

4.6.2 Identification

- explain the importance of labelling.

- describe methods of labelling glassware and equipment
- explain the importance of sign posters their use.
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- describe the importance of colour codes.

- describe colour codes used as indicators of toxicity of chemicals and
pesticides.
-describe colour codes used in the wiring of three phase and single-
phase appliances.
- describe the colour codes used in the identification of compressed gas
cylinders.
-describe the colour codes used for service supplies

- electricity
- fuel gas pipes
- cold water
- hot water
- steam
- acetylene
- vacuum.
4.6.3 Waste management

- outline types waste generated in the laboratories

- outline handling of different waste (solid, liquid (spillages) and gases.
- explain the use of different waste bins.
- Outline conditions for waste management
- select appropriate waste disposal procedure

4.7 CARE, HANDLING AND STORAGE

4.7.1 Biological Specimens

- describe the storage of biological specimens.

- explain the handling of laboratory animals i.e. rabbits, rats, mice,
guinea pigs, primates, insects e.g. locust.
- maintain laboratory animal houses.
- outline the law relating to the use of Laboratory animals (Humane
killing)

4.7.2 Tools and Equipment

- demonstrate the care and use Vernier calipers, micrometers, balances,

volumetric glassware, multimeters, microscopes, recorders, cameras,
platinum ware autoclaves, centrifuges and dissecting instruments.

4.8 FIRE SAFETY

4.8.1 Precautions

- describe precautions to be taken in the prevention of fires

4.8.2 Fire Emergency

Explain the following: -

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- action to take on discovering a fire.

- firefighting.
- evacuation procedures.

4.8.3 Fire Fighting

- describe the use of the fire triangle.

- classify fire extinguishers used according to the type of flammable
material involved in the fire

4.8.4 Electrical Equipment

-describe effects of electric current

-wire correctly a 13 A plug
- differentiate single and 3 phase supplies.

4.8.5 Using Mechanical Equipment

- demonstrate the of cause fires by friction

- demonstrate generation of static electricity.

4.9 First Aid

4. 9.1 Equipment

- list the contents of first aid boxes.

- explain the positioning of first aid box, eye wash station and emergency
shower.
- describe the importance of first aid charts.

4. 9.2 Priorities

- explain action to be taken on discovering a casualty.

- describe the importance of knowing emergency telephone numbers.
- describe the procedure when attending to a casualty.

4. 9.3 Performance

- describe how to attend to fractures, bleeding, burns and scalds,

poisons,
shock and unconsciousness.
- apply methods of artificial respiration and heart massage.

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5.0 SPECIFICATION GRID

TOPIC WEIGHT
1 Basic – Rules Fundamental Concepts and Laboratory Skills 13
2 Safety at Work Places 11
3 Technicians and the Law 9

4 Safety Aspects of Designing Laboratories 8

5 Industrial and Laboratory Health 8
6 Laboratory Records and Waste Management 11
7 Care Handling and Storage 9
8 Tools and Equipment 11
9 Fire Safety 10
10 First Aid 10
TOTAL 100

REFERENCES
1. Diberardins L.J, Baum J.S (2013).Guidelines for laboratory design, Health,
Safety and environmental considerations, 4th Edition. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
2. Manuele F. A (2013).On the Practice of Safety, 4th Edition. John Wiley & Sons,
Inc
3. Scangio D (2016). Complete Guide to Laboratory Safety. HCPro a division of
BLR.
4. Pastry J. (2015). Clinical Laboratory Science Review: A Bottom line
approach,5th Edition. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Centre
Foundation.
5. Furr K. (2015). Handbook of Laboratory Safety, 5th Edition. CRC Press .Boca
Rotan.

ASSESSMENT SCHEME

EXAMINABLE MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING

SUBJECTS WRITTEN COURSEWORK
EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT
40% 60%
Laboratory Safety and 3-hour paper A minimum of 100%
Practice 2 assignments 20%
360/18/S07 2 practicals 20%
2 tests 20%

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SUBJECT TITLE: FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SUBJECT CODE: 310/19/S07

DURATION: 180 HOURS

4.0 AIM

To apply computer skills in banking operations

2.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course the student should be able to:

2.1 describe the fundamental hardware components that make up a computer
system and the role of each of these components
2.2 describe the different types of computer software.
2.3 use functions of a computer; switching on, shutting down, basic
configuration
2.4 create and manipulate files and folders on a computer
2.5 explain the principles of data communications and computer networks.
2.6 describe the potential threats to computer and information security and
suggest ways of mitigating them
2.7 outline health and safety risks associated with computer usage and suggest
solutions
2.8 outline the uses the Internet in communication, learning and business.
2.9 produce electronic documents using word processing, spreadsheet,
database and presentation software

3.0 TOPICS
Hardware
Software
Computer Management
File management
Data communications and network basics
Security, copyright and legal aspects
Computer ergonomics, health and safety
Internet services
Emerging Technologies
Application software packages

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4.0 CONTENT

4.1 HARDWARE
4.1.1 Define a computer
4.1.2 Define hardware
4.1.3 Explain categories of computer hardware devices
- Input
4.1.3.1 Describe the following input devices
(keyboard, mouse, trackball, bar code reader,
microphone, scanner, digital camera, web camera,
joystick, graphic tablet, light pen, digitizer, MICR,OCR,
OMR, Magnetic stripe reader, remote control, sensors,
touch screen, numeric keypad and light pen)
4.3.1.2 List areas of application for input devices in 4.1.3.1.

- Processing
4.1.4.1 Describe the following output devices
 monitors – types of monitors (LCD, TFT, LED, Plasma,
HD)
 printers – impact and non-impact (laser and desk jet),
braille printers
 plotters
 projectors
4.1.4.2 Identify areas of application of output devices in
4.1.3.1.

- Output
4.1.5.1 Describe the following output devices
 monitors – types of monitors (LCD, TFT, LED, Plasma,
HD)
 printers – impact and non-impact (laser and desk jet),
braille printers
 plotters
 projectors
4.1.5.2 Identify areas of application of output devices in
4.1.5.1.
- Storage
4.1.6.2 Describe the following Computer Storage
 Main storage (ROM and RAM)
 backing/ secondary/ external/ auxiliary storage( Hard
disk (internal and external), CDs (CDR, CDRW),
DVDs (DVDWR, DVDR), magnetic tape, memory
sticks, Blu-ray disk, memory cards and flash disks,
solid state storage
 online storage (cloud computing)
4.1.6.3 Identify areas of application of storage devices in
4.1.6.1.
4.1.6.4 Differentiate between Main storage and backing
storage.
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- outline factors to consider when buying computer hardware.

4.1.4 Classify computers according to:
- Historical development
- Purpose
- Size and capacity

4.2 SOFTWARE
4.2.1 Define software
4.2.2 Classify computer software
4.2.3 Systems Software
- Explain the main features and functions of
o Operating systems
o Utility software
o Development software
- Explain multiprocessing, multiprogramming, multitasking,
timesharing
4.2.4 Application Software and their uses.
- Word Processing
- Spreadsheet Processing
- Database Processing
- Presentation Application
- Desktop publishing Application
- Multimedia Applications
4.2.5 Evaluate sources of software
- Off-the-shelf
- In-house
- Freeware and shareware
- Outsourcing
4.2.6 Outline criteria for selecting application software

4.3 COMPUTER MANAGEMENT

4.3.1 Operate the computer, starting, restarting and shutting down.
4.3.2 View computers basic system information e.g. operating system,
processor type, RAM and speed.
4.3.3 Set-up desktop configuration, screen, background options etc.
4.3.4 Format secondary storage devices
4.3.5 Use the help facility
4.3.6 Outline the duties of data processing personnel

4.4 FILE MANAGEMENT

4.4.1 Create folders and icons.
4.4.2 Work with icons, windows, directories/folders.
4.4.3 Move, copy and delete files and folders.
4.4.4 Print management
 Print from an installed printer
 Change default printer from the printer from the printer list.
 View print jobs and progress.
4.4.5 Define database
4.4.6 Differentiate between traditional file system and database system
4.4.7 Discuss database models (network, relational, hierarchical)

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4.4.8 Explain file organisation methods

4.5 DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORK BASICS

4.5.1 Define data communication and computer networks
4.5.2 State advantages and disadvantages of using computer networks
4.5.3 Outline data transmission media and connectivity devices
4.5.4 Explain data transmission modes (simplex, half duplex, full
duplex)
4.5.5 Discuss network types and topologies
- LAN, MAN, WAN
- Star, bus, ring, mesh, hierarchical

4.6 SECURITY, COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL ASPECTS

4.6.1 Outline threats to computers systems and ways of preventing them
4.6.2 Define data security
4.6.3 Computer crime
- Define computer crime
- Identify types of computer crime
- Suggest possible measures to combat computer crime
4.6.4 Malicious software
- Define malicious software
- Identify types of malicious software
- Explain how malicious software spreads
- Suggest measures against malicious software
- Outline symptoms of malicious software attack
4.6.5 Copyright and the law
 Explain legal issues,
 Examine software licensing
4.6.6 Handling of personal data
 Explain information privacy issues
 Discuss implications of Data Protection Legislation
 Outline ethical issues in

4.7 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

4.7.1 Outline ergonomic tips for computer users
4.7.2 Describe health effects associated with prolonged and
inappropriate computer use and measures to reduce the effects
4.7.3 Outline the requirements of an ideal computer room environment
4.7.4 List safety precautions when using a computer

4.8 INTERNET SERVICES

4.8.1 Define the term Internet
4.8.2 Outline the advantages and disadvantages of using the Internet
4.8.3 Distinguish between Internet and World Wide Web.
4.8.4 Explain applications of the Internet
4.8.5 Emerging technologies; robotics, GIS, GPS, artificial intelligence,
e.t.c
5.0 PRACTICALS
5.1 WORD PROCESSING
5.1.1 Load program / Word processor
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5.1.2 Create a new document.

5.1.3 Manipulate text
 Insert text
 Copy text
 Delete text
 Move text
 Replace text
 Underline text
 Align text
o Centre
o Left align
o Right align
o Justify
 Embolden text
 Perform drop cap
5.1.4 Perform mail merge
5.1.5 Change line spacing
5.1.6 Change margins
5.1.7 Change font style and size
5.1.8 Find and replace
5.1.9 Insert page numbers
5.1.10 Format document

5.2 SPREADSHEETS PACKAGE

5.2.1 Load the program
5.2.2 Create a spreadsheet
5.2.3 Cursor manipulation
5.2.4 Using the Help facility.
5.2.5 Enter text
5.2.6 Apply/replicate formulae.
5.2.7 Insert columns and rows, delete columns and rows.
5.2.8 Save the spreadsheet (file)
5.2.9 Print spreadsheet or specified window
5.2.10 Retrieve spreadsheet
5.2.11 Insert charts

5.3 DATABASE
5.3.1 Load program
5.3.2 Set up files containing alphabetic and numeric fields within
the record
5.3.3 Enter data
5.3.4 Add records, delete records.
5.3.5 Edit records
5.3.6 Sort records by a key field.
5.3.7 Search records by a key field.
5.3.8 Print selected fields.
5.3.9 Create queries and reports
5.3.10 Search on more than one criteria, produce printouts

5.4 PRESENTATION
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5.4.1 Load a presentation program.

5.4.2 Create a new slide.
5.4.3 Edit a slide
5.4.4 Add new slides
5.4.5 Create a slide show
5.4.6 Move around slides, delete and edit layout.
5.4.7 Work with Master Slide.
5.4.8 Print a presentation

6.0 SUGGESTED REFERENCE BOOKS

Tremblay J & Burnt R 2015 An Introduction to Computer McGraw-Hill Johannesburg

Science An Algorithmic Book
Approach
Anderson R.G. 1999 Data Processing –
Information and Systems
Doyle S 2000 Information Systems for You Stanley Thorns UK
Publishers
United Nations 2005 @ ease with e-mail: A United Nations/ Paris/New
& Friedrich handbook on using electronic Friedrich Ebert York
Ebert Stiftung mail for NGOs in Foundation
Developing countries

7.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

SUBJECT MODE OF ASSESSMENT TOTAL

EXAMINATIO CONTINUOUS
N ASSESSMENT
WEIGHTING 60%
40%
Introduction 3 hour written A minimum of 100%
to examination  2 practical assignments – 20%
Computers theory exam 20%  2 theory assignments – 20%
310/18/S07  2 tests – 20%

3 hour practical
paper practical
20%

8.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION GRID

THEORY
Topic Weighting
Hardware 15%
Software 15%
Computer management 10%
File management 15%
Data Communication and Networks basics 15%
Security, Copyright and Legal Aspects 10%
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Ergonomics , Health and Safety 10%

Internet services 10%
TOTAL 100%

PRACTICALS
Topic Weighting
Word Processing 25%
Spreadsheet 25%
Database 25%
Presentation 25%
TOTAL 100%

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SUBJECT NAME : NATIONAL STUDIES

CODE : 401/19/S01
DURATION : 80 Hours

1.0 PREAMBLE
The course is designed to develop a patriotic, informed, responsible and accountable citizen
who actively participates in sustainable nation building and development regardless of
Gender, HIV/AIDS Status or physically challenged. The course will run for 80 hours (1
year) on both full-time and part-time basis. The student will be assessed through field-based
assignments, continuous assessment and tests and final examination. It shall embrace
innovative heritage based education and training philosophy to solve national problems and
to produce goods and services for industrialization and modernisation.

2.0 AIM
The subject is designed to cultivate values of patriotism, national identity, national unity
and commitment to sustainable national development.

3.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the programme, the student should be able to:
3.1 Demonstrate patriotism.
3.2 Analyse the socio-economic and political structures of pre-colonial societies in
relation to the development of Zimbabwe.
3.3 Discuss the causes, prosecution and results of the First and Second Chimurenga.
3.4 Evaluate post-colonial socio-economic and political development policies put in
place to correct colonial imbalances.
3.5 Examine Zimbabwe’s cultural elements and natural resources on sustainable
development of the economy.
3.6 Discuss the importance of regional and international relations to Zimbabwe’s socio-
economic and political development.
3.7 Explain the law-making process and the role of the constitution
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3.8 Exhibit an understanding of the legal framework in Zimbabwe.

3.9 Demonstrate an appreciation of the conflict transformation and resolution styles.

4.0 TOPICS
 Civic education
 Culture and heritage
 Pre and colonial Zimbabwean history
 Post-colonial Zimbabwe
 Legal and parliamentary studies
 Regional and international relations
 Conflict transformation and resolutions

5.0 CONTENT

5.1 Civic education

5.1.1 Define civic education.
5.1.2 Outline the background to the introduction of National Studies.
5.1.3 Explain the importance of National Studies to the sustainable
development of Zimbabwe.
5.2 Culture and heritage
5.2.1 Define culture and heritage.
5.2.2 Explain the importance of cultural heritage elements of the Zimbabwean people.
5.2.3 Demonstrate aspects of multicultural diversity and development amongst
Zimbabweans.
5.2.4 Examine the importance of natural resources to the Zimbabwean community.
5.2.5 Discuss the impact of the natural resources and heritage to the development of
Zimbabwe.

5.3 Pre and colonial Zimbabwean history

5.3.1 Analyse pre-colonial societies’ socio-economic and political structures.
5.3.2 Diagnose the impact of pre-colonial systems and civilisation on development of
Zimbabwe.
5.3.3 Compare and contrast pre-colonial societies and present-day societies.
5.3.4 Assess the various reasons for the colonisation of Zimbabwe.
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5.3.5 Analyse the causes and the major events of the First Chimurenga and Second
Chimurenga.
5.3.6 Examine the results of the two struggles.

5.4 Post-Colonial Zimbabwe

5.4.1 Outline the socio-economic and political policies implemented by the government
of Zimbabwe since 1980.
5.4.2 Analyse the background and causes to the Third Chimurenga.
5.4.3 Examine the periodical holding and importance of elections in Zimbabwe from
1980 to date.

5.5 Legal and Parliamentary Studies

5.5.1 Define law.
5.5.2 Explain the origins of law.
5.5.3 Analyse the law-making process in Zimbabwe.
5.5.4 Evaluate the three arms of the state.
5.5.1 Examine the provisions of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.

5.6 Regional and International Relations

5.6.1 Define regional and international relations.
5.6.2 Identify the 3C’s to International relations.
5.6.3 Classify the functions of diplomatic missions.
5.6.4 Examine the role of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the countries they
operate in.
5.6.5 Assess Zimbabwe’s foreign policy.
5.6.6 Evaluate the impact of creditors on the development of Zimbabwe.
5.6.7 Analyse the importance of media to the development of Zimbabwe.

5.7 Conflict transformation and resolutions

5.7.1 Explain the various causes of conflict.
5.7.2 Analyse African traditional conflict resolution methods used during the pre-colonial
times.
5.7.3 Outline Conflict management and resolution styles.
5.7.4 Discuss the strategies for sustaining peace.
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6.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
100%

EXAMINATION 40% CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT 60%

1 3 hour written examination A minimum of

2 Assignments 20%
2 Practical Assignments 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%

7.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATIONS GRID

SECTION A: ZIMBABWE HISTORY AND CULTURE (40%)

Civic education, culture and heritage and Zimbabwe History.

SECTION B: LEGAL AND PARLIAMENTARY STUDIES (20%)

Law, origins and purposes, arms of the state and provisions of the constitution of
Zimbabwe.

SECTION C: REGIONAL & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (20%)

The nature of international relations, regional organisations, public international

organisation, global politics, Zimbabwe’s foreign policy development, international
economic relations, international capital and Imperialism, the role and functions of the
media

SECTION D: CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION AND RESOLUTIONS (20%)

Causes of conflict, African traditional conflict resolution methods, conflict management
and resolution styles, strategies for sustaining peace.

8.0 PAPER STRUCTURE

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Students should answer any 5 from a total of 9 questions. Each question carries 20 marks.
Total 100 marks.
NUMBER OF WEIGHTING
QUESTIONS
Civic education, culture & heritage and Zimbabwe history 3 40%

Law, origins and purposes, arms of the state and provisions 2 20%
of the constitution of Zimbabwe
The nature of international relations, regional organisations, 2 20%
public international organisations, global politics,
Zimbabwe’s foreign policy development, international
economic relations, International capital and imperialism
and the role and functions of the media.
Causes of conflict, African traditional conflict resolution 2 20%
methods,
Conflict management and resolution styles,
strategies for sustaining peace.
TOTAL 9 100%

9.0 REFERENCES

Banerjee A. E. (2017), Poor Economics: A Radical Rethinking of the Way to Fight Global
Poverty
Beach D. N. (1986) War and Politics in Zimbabwe 1840-1900. Mambo Press: Gweru
Bhebhe N. & Ranger O. (1995) Society in Zimbabwe’s Liberation War. Volume2.
University of Zimbabwe Publications: Harare
Booth, D. & Diana C. (2015) (latest edition) "From Good Governance to Governance that
Work." In: David Booth & Diana Cammack Governance for Development in Africa.
Solving Collective Action Problems. London: Zed Books, 25 pages.
Brett, E. A. (2017) (latest edition) Reconstructing Development Theory. International
inequality, institutional reform and social emanicipation. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 80
pages. (also used in module 3)
Christie R. H. (1998). Business law in Zimbabwe. 2nd ed. Kenwyn: Juta: Pretoria
Collier, P. (2016) The Bottom Billion: Why the Poorest Countries are Failing and What
Can Be Done About It

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Conteh M. E. (2015) (latest edition) Collective political violence: An introduction to the

theories and cases of violent conflicts. New York: Routledge, 200 pages.
Easterly, W. (2017) The Elusive Quest for Growth: Economists' Adventures and
Misadventures in the Tropics
Evans, P.B. (2018) (latest edition). "Constructing the 21st century democratic development
states: potentialities and pitfalls." In: Omano Edigheji (eds.) Constructing a democratic
developmental state in South Africa: potentials and challenges. Cape Town, South Africa:
HSRC Press, 26 pages.
Hisrich. R. D. and Peters M P (2012) Entrepreneurship Tatq McGraw Hill New Delphi
Holt, D. T. (2007) Entrepreneurship Prentice Hall London
Jarskoy H. and Stevenson D. (2010) International labour organisation start Your Business.
ILO. Harare
Kenny, C. (2016) Getting Better: Why Global Development Is Succeeding-And How We
Can Improve the World Even More
Kriesberg, L. & Bruce D. (2013). Constructive Conflicts: From Escalation to Resolution.
Lanham: Rowman & Littlefield, 408 pages.
Mallaby, S. (2017) The World's Banker: A Story of Failed States, Financial Crises, and the
Wealth and Poverty of Nations
Mandaza I. (1980) Zimbabwe: The Political Economy of Transition1980- 1986.Codesria
Book Series: London
Marcouse, I, Gillspie, A, Martin, B Malcolm S. and Wall N. (2016) Business studies 4 th Ed
Hodder Arnold. London
McGuckin F. (2010) Business for beginners: Step by Step to start your new business East
Leigh Management services. London
Mkandawire, T. (2016) (latest edition) "From maladjusted to democratic development
states in Africa." In: Omano Edigheji (eds.) Constructing a democratic developmental state
in South Africa: potentials and challenges Cape Town, South Africa: HSRC Press, 25
pages.
Mudenge S. G. (2014), 3rd Edition, a Political History of Munhumutapa -1400-1902.
Zimbabwe Publishing House: Harare
Nabudere D. W. (1989) the Crash of International Finance Capital & Its Implications for
the 3rd World Countries. Sapes: Harare
Need Harm D. and Dransfield R. (2012) Advanced Business and Dexel Oxford

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Rodney W. (1981) How Europe Underdeveloped Africa. Revised edition. Howard

University Press: Washington
Rodrik, D. (2017) The Globalization Paradox: Democracy and the Future of the World
Economy
Stoner J.A.F; Freeman. R.E. and Gilbert.D.R.JR (2014) Management 6 th Edition Prentice
Hall International Englenwood Cliffs. New Jersey.
Todaro M. P. (2014) Economic Development 7th Edition Addison Wersley: London

Zimbabwe: Constitution of Zimbabwe amendment (no.20) Act 2013

Zimmerer T. W. and Scaborough, N. M. (2010) Essentials of Entrepreneurship and small
business Management Prentice Hall.NewDelhi
Zvobgo C. J. M. (1996) A History of Christian Missionaries in Zimbabwe1890-1939.
Mambo Press: Gweru

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SUBJECT NAME : ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

CODE : 402/19/S01
DURATION : 80Hours

1.0 PREAMBLE
The syllabus is designed to develop a culture of entrepreneurship among students and equip
them with knowledge to start and run sustainable business enterprises regardless of Gender,
HIV/AIDS Status or being physically challenged. The syllabus will run for 80 hours (1
year) on both full-time and part-time basis. The student will be assessed through field-based
assignments, continuous assessment and tests and final examination. It shall embrace
innovative heritage-based education and training philosophy to solve national problems and
to produce goods and services for industrialization and modernisation.

2.0 AIM
The syllabus is designed to develop a culture of responsible and sustainable
entrepreneurship in students, equipping them with knowledge, attitudes and skills to run a
business enterprise.

3.0 LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:
3.1 Produce students with relevant knowledge, attitudes and skills to run a small
business.
3.2 Analyse the origins and causes of employment syndrome among indigenous
Zimbabweans.
3.3 Assess the need to create employment for self and others as a first priority after
graduation.
3.4 Generate a viable business plan.
3.5 Discuss the roles of management in a business.
3.6 Apply tips of customer care in a business environment.
3.7 Explain the importance of costing and pricing in running a business.
3.8 Describe the importance of record keeping and stock control in business.
3.9 Produce a marketing plan for a business.
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3.10 Examine various business growth strategies.

3.11 Discuss the importance of risk covers in entrepreneurship.
3.12 Analyse the various legal statutory provisions applicable to business in Zimbabwe.
3.13 Discuss the importance of business ethics to an entrepreneur.

4.0 TOPICS
 Entrepreneurship.
 Business Environment in Zimbabwe.
 Human Resources Management.
 Business Management.
 Customer Care.
 Costing and Pricing.
 Recording Keeping and Stock Control.
 Marketing.
 Risk Management.
 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility.

5.0 CONTENT
5.1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP
5.1.1 Define entrepreneurship.
5.1.2 Discuss the various concepts of Entrepreneurship.
5.1.3 Analyse the various forms of Business Ownership.
5.1.4 Outline the procedures in the formation of various business forms.
5.1.5 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of each of the business form.

5.2 BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT IN ZIMBABWE

5.2.1 Analyse the causes of the existence of the employment syndrome in indigenous
Zimbabweans.
5.2.2 Examine the history and culture of business ownership patterns in Zimbabwe.
5.2.3 Discuss the macro and micro environment factors affecting entrepreneurship in
Zimbabwe.
5.2.4 State the importance of a business plan to a business.
5.2.5 Generate a business plan.

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5.3 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

5.3.1 Define human resources management.
5.3.2 Explain the human resources management process.
5.3.3 Discuss the importance of human resources management to the entrepreneur.
5.3.4 Outline theories of staff motivation in business.

5.4 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

5.4.1 Define business management.
5.4.2 Explain the roles of management in a business e.g. Planning Organising, Leading
and Controlling.
5.4.3 Discuss the importance of computers as a business management tool (record
keeping, stock control, accounts, and production control).

5.5 CUSTOMER CARE

5.5.1 Define customer care.
5.5.2 Discuss ten tips of customer care.
5.5.3 Explain benefits of customer care to an entrepreneur.

5.6 COSTING AND PRICING

5.6.1 Define various costing and pricing terms.
5.6.2 Explain the importance of costing to a business.
5.6.3 Analyse the costing processes of a product in a business.
5.6.4 Calculate prices of products.
5.6.5 Describe pricing strategies.

5.7 RECORD KEEPING AND STOCK CONTROL

5.7.1 Define record keeping and stock control in business.
5.7.2 Describe the importance of record keeping and stock control.
5.7.3 Identify source business documents.
5.7.4 Explain the purpose of books of accounts (cash books, ledger, etc.)
5.7.5 Outline effective buying and stock control procedures.

5.8 MARKETING
5.8.1 Define marketing.
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5.8.2 Devise a marketing plan for a business.

5.8.3 Discuss the marketing mix strategies.
5.8.4 Examine various business growth strategies.

5.9 RISK MANAGEMENT

5.9.1 Define risk management in business.
5.9.2 Discuss the importance of risk covers in entrepreneurship.
5.9.3 Explain the principles of risk management to a business.
5.9.4 Outline the steps involved in the risk management process.
5.9.5 Identify the various risk management strategies in business.

5.10 BUSINESS ETHICS AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

5.11 Define business ethics and social responsibility.
5.12 Explain the importance of business ethics to entrepreneurs.
5.13 Outline social responsibility principles.
5.14 Explain the importance of social responsibility to the entrepreneur.

6.0 ASSESSMENT SCHEME

MODE OF ASSESSMENT WEIGHTING
EXAMINATION 40% CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT 60% 100%

1 3 hour written A minimum of

examination 2 Assignments 20%
2 Practical Assignments 20% 100%
2 Tests 20%

6.0 ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATIONS GRID

Weighting 60% Coursework and 40% Examination (as per existing HEXCO rules
and regulations)
TOPIC % WEIGHTING
1 Entrepreneurship. 10
2 Business Environment in Zimbabwe. 10
3 Human Resources Management. 10
4 Business Management. 10
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5 Customer Care. 10
6 Costing and Pricing. 10
8 Record Keeping and Stock Control. 10
7 Marketing. 10
9 Risk Management. 10
10 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility. 10
TOTAL 100%

7.0 PAPER STRUCTURE

Students should answer any 5 from a total of 9 questions. Each question carries 20 marks.
Total 100 marks.
NUMBER OF WEIGHTING
QUESTIONS
Entrepreneurship and business environment 2 20%

Human resources management, Business Ethics and Social 2 20%

Responsibility
Business management and risk management 2 20%

Marketing and customer care 1 20%

Costing and pricing, record keeping and stock control 2 20%

TOTAL 9 100%

8.0 REFERENCES
Hisrich. R. D. and Peters M. P. (2016) Entrepreneurship Tatq McGraw Hill New Delphi
Holt, D T. (2017) Entrepreneurship Prentice Hall London
Jarskoy H. and Stevenson D. (2014) International labour organisation start Your Business.
ILO. Harare
Marcouse, I. (2016) Business studies 2nd Ed Hodder Arnold. London
McGuckin F. (2014) Business for beginners: Step by Step to start your new business East
Leigh Management services. London
Need Harm D and Dransfield R (2000) Advanced Business and Dexel Oxford
Stoner J.A.F; Freeman. R.E. and Gilbert. D. R. JR. (2017) Management 6 th Edition Prentice
Hall International Englenwood Cliffs. New Jersey.
Zimmerer T. W. and Scaborough, N. M. (2015) Essentials of Entrepreneurship and small
business Management Prentice Hall. New Delhi

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MINISTRY OF HIGHER AND TERTIARY EDUCATION,

INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

QUALIFICATION STANDARD

FOR

ASSISTANT CHEMICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

2018

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SECTOR: MANUFACTURING

QUALIFICATION FOR AN ASSISTANT CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

TECHNICIAN

QUALIFICATION CODE: _____________TBA_____________

LEVEL: NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

DATE OF PROMULGATION : January 2015

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Definition of Terms

Assessment A process of collecting evidence of a learner’s work to measure and make

judgements about the achievement or non-achievement of the specified
National Qualifications Framework standards or qualifications.

Certification Awarding of approved documentary evidence of a qualification.

Competences Critical relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes a learner requires in order
required in to achieve specified outcomes before assessment.
readiness for
assessment

Credit The value assigned to a unit completed or a value assigned to a unit

standard which reflects the relative time and effort required to complete
the outcomes.

Date of Date when standard and qualification have been approved, registered and
promulgation gazetted.

Duration The minimum notional hours required by a learner to attain all the
competences in a unit standard.

Element The smallest component of a unit with a meaningful outcome.

Generic skills Universal skills which apply to more than one occupation.

Level descriptor A specific indicator of competence level on the ZQF.

Occupation A group of related economically beneficial work activities performed by a

person.

Performance A statement of competence or achievement against which the attainment

criteria of outcomes is measured.

Qualification Formal award of recognition of the achievement of the required

competency and/or capability level of the Zimbabwe Qualifications
Framework as may be determined by the relevant bodies registered for
such purpose by the Authority.

Range statement The context or conditions within which a competence is performed and
assessed that include tools, equipment, materials and duration.

Review Date Date of revision of qualification standard as and when necessary but not
later than three years from date of issue.

Sector A section of the economy in which operators produce or provide similar

products or services.

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Standard Registered statement of desired education and training outcomes and their
assessment criteria.

Unit The smallest combination of work activities capable of being a full-time

economically beneficial occupation.

Unit Standard Registered statement(s) of desired education and training outcomes, their
associated assessment criteria together with administrative information as
specified.

ZQF National qualifications framework approved by the minister for

registration of national standards and qualifications.

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UNIT TITLES

NO. UNIT CREDITS

1 PROCESS CONTROLLING 60
2 BASIC INSTRUMENTATION 30
3 SHEQ 40

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SUMMARY OF STANDARD

UNIT UNIT TITLE CREDITS ELEMENTS

NO.
1 Process controlling 60 1.1 Start-up the machine as per standard
operating procedure
1.2 Carryout basic machine checks and record
1.3 Run the plant to operating parameters.
1.4 Monitor plant operation/process
1.5 Shut down machine as per standard
operating procedure.
1.6 Record process operating parameters
1.7 Apply analysed data to control operating
process

2 Basic 30 2.1 Carryout calibration and basic service of

instrumentation instruments
2.2 Interpret basic instruments readings
2.3 Relate data to set standards.

3 Safety, Health, 40 3.1 Control working area hazards/risks

Environmental and 3.2 Conduct daily SHEQ talks
Quality 3.3 Implement quality control standard operating
procedures

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UNIT 1

Title 1: Process Controlling

Unit Code

ZQF Level: National Certificate

Credits: 60

Occupation: Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician

Date of Promulgation: 2019

Review Date: January 2018

Aim/purpose of the unit standard

The unit will enable an individual to control any operational process according to set
standards.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Element 1.1 Start-up the machine as per standard operating procedures

Performance Criteria:

1.1.1 Check list forms completed

1.1.2 Results of machinery checks are recorded and faults if any are reported.
1.1.3 Start-up log sheet filled.

Element 1.2 Carry out basic machine checks and record.

Performance Criteria:

1.2.1 Log sheet filled

1.2.2 Observations are recorded.
1.2.3 Faults if any are reported.

Element 1.3 Run the plant at set operating parameters

Performance Criteria:

1.3.1 Plant start-up and shut down log sheets completed.

1.3.2 Standard operating procedures are established.
1.3.3 Operating parameters checklist sheet completed.
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1.3.4 Process anomalies are identified and reported.

1.3.5 Product is produced

Element 1.4 Monitor plant operation/process

Performance Criteria:

1.4.1 Product specifications results produced.

1.4.2 Liaison with supervisor on product quality is carried out.
1.4.3 Operation checklist is completed
1.4.4 Product checklist completed
1.4.5 Equipment checklist completed
1.4.6 Production target reports produced.

Element 1.5 Shut down machine as per standard operating procedures

Performance Criteria:

1.5.1 Plant shut down log sheet completed

1.5.2 Machinery shut down checklist is completed.
1.5.3 Shutdown report is generated

Element 1.6 Record process operating parameters

Performance Criteria:

1.6.1 Process operating parameters established

1.6.2 Process operating checklist is completed.
1.6.3 Data sheet compiled

Element 1.7 Apply analysed data to control operating process

Performance Criteria:
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1.7.1 Analysed data is collected
1.7.3 Process data report is compiled.
1.7.4 Recommendation report is implemented.

Competences required in readiness for assessment.

Machine operation
Products in the chemical industry
Raw materials in chemical industry
Production process
Chemical handling procedures.
Data gathering methods

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Conversions
Data presentation
Report writing skills

Generic Skills

Analytical skills
Communication
Computer literacy
Innovativeness
Numeracy
Problem solving
Reading skills
Technical skills

Range Statement:

Tools and equipment

Thermometer
Meter rule
Tongs
Pressure measuring instruments
Flow measuring instruments
Glassware
Weight measuring instruments
Calibrating instruments
Computer
Printer, scanner, photocopies

Materials

Protective clothing
Software
Chemicals
Data storage gadgets
Stationary
Detergents
Manual
Statutes

Duration
600 HRS

Assessment and Certification:

In order to gain credits for this unit standard, a candidate must be assessed and
demonstrate competency in all the elements and performance criteria of this unit standard.

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Assessment will be conducted by accredited assessors. The results of the assessment will
be submitted to ZIMEQA. A candidate can apply to ZIMEQA for documentary evidence
of their achievements.

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UNIT 2

Title 2: Basic Instrumentation

Unit Code

ZQF Level: National Certificate

Credits: 30

Occupation: Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician

Date of Promulgation: January 2019

Review Date: January 2018

Aim/purpose of the unit standard

The unit will enable an individual to calibrate, service and operate measuring instruments
according to international industry standards.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Element 2.1 Interpret basic instrument readings

Performance Criteria:

2.1.1 Raw data is recorded

2.1.2 Instruments log sheet is completed.
2.1.3 Raw data is analysed
2.1.4 Recommendation report is produced.

Element 2.2 Carry out calibration and basic service of instruments

Performance Criteria:

2.2.1 Operating manual is consulted.

2.2.2 Basic requirements for service are established.
2.2.3 Service checklist is provided
2.2.4 Calibration records are completed
2.2.5 Service report produced.

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Element 2.3 Compare data to set standards?

Performance Criteria:

2.3.1 Set standard file/documents produced.

2.3.2 Raw data is compared against set standard.
2.3.3 Variation is established.
2.3.4 Operating parameters adjusted accordingly

Competences required in readiness for assessment.

Demonstrate knowledge of-

Instruments used in the chemical industry
Calibration in accordance with international standards/best practices
Use of instruments in the chemical industry
Basic service skills.

Generic Skills

Communication
Computer literacy
Problem solving
Innovativeness
Reading skills
Analytical skills
Technical skills.
Numeracy

Range Statement:

Tools and equipment

Calibration instrument
Measuring scales
Flow meter
Weight bridge
Computers
Printer
Photocopier
Scanner
Thermometer
Gauges

Materials

Protective clothing
Stationary
Software
Manuals

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Data storage gadgets

Detergents
Chemical indicators.
Statutes

Duration:
300 HRS

Assessment and Certification:

In order to gain credits for this unit standard, a candidate must be assessed and
demonstrate competency in all the elements and performance criteria of this unit standard.

Assessment will be conducted by accredited assessors. The results of the assessment will
be submitted to ZIMEQA. A candidate can apply to ZIMEQA for documentary evidence
of their achievements.

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UNIT 3

Title 3: Safety, Health, Environment and Quality

Unit Code

ZQF Level: National Certificate

Credits: 400

Occupation: Assistant Chemical Engineering Technician

Date of Promulgation: January 2019

Review Date: January 2018

Aim/purpose of the unit standard

The unit will enable an individual to collect, record and present relevant process data
according to set standards.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Element 3.1 Control working area hazards/risks

Performance Criteria:
3.1.1 Identify hazards
3.1.2 Hazard identification form generated
3.1.3 Mitigatory measures outlined
3.1.4 Appropriate PPE listed according to HIF form
3.1.5 Work permit obtained
3.1.6 Housekeeping index form completed
3.1.7 Hazard and risk identification report generated

Element 3.2 Conduct daily SHEQ talks

Performance Criteria:

3.2.1 Attend register signed

3.2.2 Safety talk minutes generated
3.2.3 Safety inspection sheet generated
3.2.4 SHEQ report generated

Element 3.3 Implement quality control SOP’s

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Performance Criteria:

3.3.1 Checklist forms completed

3.3.2 Log sheet generated
3.3.3 Reports on analysed results produced

Competences required in readiness for assessment.

Identifying hazards/ risk in accordance with international quality operational standards

Controlling workplace hazards and risks
Conducting daily SHEQ
human behaviour and interactions
Occupational hazard exposure and guidelines and limits
Quality control SOPs implementation
Basic First Aid and fire fighting

Generic Skills
Communication Reading skills
Computer literacy Analytical skills
Problem solving Technical skills
Innovativeness Numeracy
Range Statement:

Tools and equipment

Computers
Printers
Scanners
Photocopier
Digital camera
Protective Personal Equipment

Materials
Stationery
Chemicals

Duration: 400 HRS

Assessment and Certification:

In order to gain credits for this unit standard, a candidate must be assessed and
demonstrate competency in all the elements and performance criteria of this unit standard.

Assessment will be conducted by accredited assessors. The results of the assessment will
be submitted to ZIMEQA. A candidate can apply to ZIMEQA for documentary evidence
of their achievements.

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INNOVATION, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

SKILLS PROFICIENCY SCHEDULE
INDUSTRY: TRADE/ OCCUPATION: CLASS/ LEVEL:
MANUFACTURING PLANT OPERATOR NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

DUTY A: PROCESS CONTROL

Pre-requisites: Approval Date: Review Date:
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY INDICATORS RELATED WORKPLACE
KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
A1: Operate  Check equipment status  Checklist completed o Plant layout  Communication
Equipment  Clear working area  Working area cleared according o Plant processes skills
 Test run equipment to Standard Operation o Process control
 Start equipment when all Procedures (SOP). o Computers  Analytical skills
conditions are met  Start-up log sheet completed as o Chemistry
 Planning skills
 Monitor equipment per SOP o Physics
performance  Equipment performance record o Mathematics  Computer skills
 Shutdown the machine generated o Statutory
 Handover documentation instruments  Decision making
produced/presented o Microbiology
 Identify operational risk  Risks listed o Biochemistry  Problem solving
A2: Manage
 Categorise operational risk  Risk is categorized according to o Process skills
operations risk
 Select method of risk control severity instrumentation and  Problem solving
 Apply the risk control  Appropriate risk control method control
method identified o Risk management
  Risk control results
presented/produced.

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A3: Implement  Interpret production plan  Work plan produced or
production plan  Prioritise activities generated
 Mobilise resources  Resource request list compiled
 Carry out activities  Production reports
presented/compiled
A4: Compute  Identify source of data  Data sources listed
data  Select data collection  Data collection instrument(s)
instruments identified
 Collect data  Log sheets generated or
 Process data presented
 Interpret data  Production process reports
compiled or produced.
A5: Monitor  Identify process parameters  Process parameters listed
process  Select process monitoring  Appropriate process monitoring
parameters methods method identified
 Apply process monitoring  Log sheets generated/produced
method
A6: Verify  Identify key results points  Key results points listed
process  Select method of verification  Appropriate verification method
 Apply method of verification identified
 Log sheets/reports generated
/compiled
A7: Optimize  Identify areas for  Areas for optimization
plant utilisation optimization established
 Carry out gap analysis  Gap analysis report
 Select method of compiled/produced
optimization  Appropriate optimization
 Apply optimization method method identified
 Optimization report presented

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:
Computer hardware and software
Communication devices
Stationery
Vehicles
Sampling equipment
PPE
Cleaning equipment
Analyzing equipment
Measuring tools

MATERIALS
Cleaning materials
Stationery

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO THIS DUTY:

PPE
First aid kit
Fire equipment
Safety drills
Acts

SPECIFIC WORKER TRAITS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:

Sober minded
Innovative
Self-driven
Confident
Honesty
Integrity

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INNOVATION, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

SKILLS PROFICIENCY SCHEDULE
INDUSTRY: TRADE/ OCCUPATION: CLASS/ LEVEL:
MANUFACTURING PLANT OPERATOR NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

DUTY B: QUALITY ASSURANCE

Pre-requisites: Approval Date: Review Date:
TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY INDICATORS RELATED WORKPLACE
KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
B1: Manage  Identify quality risks  Quality risks listed o Plant layout  Communication
quality risk  Categorise quality risks  Quality risks classified according to o Plant processes skills
 Select control measures severity o Process control
 Implement control  Quality risk control method identified o Computers  Analytical skills
measures  Quality risk control results o Chemistry
 Planning skills
presented/produced o Physics
B2: Carry  Locate sampling point  Sampling point identified o Mathematics  Computer skills
out quality  Collect sample  Sampling records compiled o Statutory instruments
sampling  Label sample  Sample labelled according to o Microbiology  Decision making
specifications o Biochemistry
o Instrumentation and  Problem solving
B3: Analyse  Prepare sample  Prepare sample as per standard operating control skills
sample  Test/run sample procedure o Quality control
 Capture sample results  Run sample as per standard operating  Statistical skills
o Statistical skills
 Interpret results procedure o Risk management
 Logsheet/report is generated o Analytical
B4: Audit  Identify areas to be  Audit areas listed o Chemistry
process audited
quality  Develop audit plan  Audit plan availed
 Implement audit plan  Corrective action report presented

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:
Computer hardware and software
Communication equipment
Vehicles
Stationery
PPE
Measuring equipment
Analyzing equipment

Materials
Cleaning materials
Stationery
SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO THIS DUTY:
PPE
First aid kit
Fire equipment
Safety drills
Acts

SPECIFIC WORKER TRAITS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:

Sober minded
Innovative
Self-driven
Confident
Honesty
Integrity

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INNOVATION, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

SKILLS PROFICIENCY SCHEDULE
INDUSTRY: TRADE/ OCCUPATION: CLASS/ LEVEL:
MANUFACTURING PLANT OPERATOR NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

DUTY C: SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Pre-requisites: Approval Date: Review Date:

TASK STEPS PROFICIENCY RELATED WORKPLACE

INDICATORS KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS
C1: Manage SHE risks  Identify SHE risks  SHE risk listed o Biochemistry  Analytical skills
 Categorise SHE risks  She risks classified according o Environmental  Communication
 Select control measures to severity management skills
 Implement control  SHE control method o Occupational safety  Basic computer skills
measures identified and health  Statistical skills
 SHE control results presented o Basic first aid  Supervisory skills
/produced o Basic fire fighting  Public relations skills
C2: Conduct SHE  Formulate the agenda  Meeting agenda presented o Counselling  Problem solving
meetings  Prepare suitable venue  Notice of meeting circulated o Legislation skills
 Inform participants  Minutes document signed o Biochemistry  Decision making
 Convene the meeting o Microbiology skills
C3: Conduct safety  Identify training needs  Select trainees o Mathematics
induction  Prepare training material  Produce documentation o Computers
 Set training calendar  Training calendar signed
 Select trainees  List of trainers availed
 Carry out the training  Training report signed
 Evaluate training

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:
Computer hardware and software
Communication equipment
Vehicles
PPE
Statutory instruments
Surveillance equipment

MATERIALS
Cleaning materials
Stationery

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES RELATED TO THIS DUTY:

PPE
First aid kit
Fire equipment
Safety drills
Acts

SPECIFIC WORKER TRAITS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS DUTY:

Sober minded
Innovative
Self-driven
Confident
Honesty
Integrity

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