2. Requirements

Summary

In summary, the requirements are:

Students must complete 240 credit points as follows:

Engineering (144 credit points):

► 6 credit points of Introductory Computing units table

► 12 credit points of Foundations Mathematics units table (12cp of MATH1* can count towards Science requirements)

► 30 credit points of Project table

► The Professional Engagement Program comprising ENGP1001 (0cp), ENGP1002 (0cp), ENGP1003 (0cp), ENGP2001 (0cp), ENGP2002 (0cp), ENGP2003 (0cp), ENGP3001 (0cp) and ENGP3002 (0cp)

► 102 credit points of CBE Stream core units (6cp CHEM1* can count towards Science requirements)

► may take CBE Stream Depth elective units if there is elective space in the degree

Science (Medical Science Stream) (96 credit points):

► 24 credit points of Science degree core units (12cp of MATH1* can count towards Engineering requirements)

► 48 credit points of Medical Science core (6cp CHEM1* can count towards Engineering requirements)

► 12 credit points of OLE units

► 12 credit points of Science electives

Advanced units in Maths and Science

Most units of study offered by the Science Faculty on the list of core requirements can be replaced by an equivalent advanced level unit; subject to prerequisite conditions (as required by the Faculty of Science) being met. Students considering doing advanced options should seek advice from their department before enrolling.

Faculty Resolutions

Details of relevant Faculty resolutions are available via the university handbook site at: http://sydney.edu.au/handbooks/

3. Semesters

Year 1 - Semester 1

Type	CP	CP From
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from CHEM1111: Chemistry 1A
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS1001: Human Biology
Foundation Mathematics Units	3	Select from MATH1021: Calculus of One Variable
Foundation Mathematics Units	3	Select from MATH1002: Linear Algebra
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP1001: Professional Engagement Program 1A Note: All students must enrol in ENGP1001 in their first semester of enrolment.
Projects Table	6	Select from CHNG1108: Introduction to Chemical Engineering

Note: From 2024, 3cp Math units are replaced by new 6cp units MATH1061 and MATH1062. Students who have not yet completed all 3cp Math units can use this interactive tool on Canvas for enrolment advice: https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/2806/pages/mathematics-changes-in-2024

Year 1 - Semester 2

Type	CP	CP From
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG1103: Conservation of Mass and Energy
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from BIOL1007: From Molecules to Ecosystems
Foundation Mathematics Units	3	Select from MATH1023: Multivariable Calculus and Modelling
Foundation Mathematics Units	3	Select from MATH1005: Statistical Thinking with Data
Introductory Computing Units	6	Select from ENGG1810: Introduction to Engineering Computing
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP1002: Professional Engagement Program 1B

Note: MATH1023 and MATH1005 may be replaced by advanced units MATH1923 and MATH1905.

Year 2 - Semester 1

Type	CP	CP From
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS2003: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP1003: Professional Engagement Program 1C
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHEM1112: Chemistry 1B
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS2001: Key Concepts in Physiology Note: This unit is discontinued in 2025. Students who have not yet completed MEDS2001 must instead complete PHSI2007/PHSI2907.
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS2002: Key Concepts in Pharmacology Note: This unit is discontinued in 2025. Students who have not yet completed MEDS2002 must instead complete PCOL2021.

Year 2 - Semester 2

Type	CP	CP From
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG1106: Engineering for a Sustainable Society
Science Units	6	Select from Unit Block: Science Units Note: 12cp OLEs
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP2001: Professional Engagement Program 2A
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS2004: Microbes, Infection and Immunity Note: This unit is discontinued in 2025. Students who have not yet completed MEDS2004 must instead complete MIMI2002/MIMI2902.
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS2005: Human Anatomy and Histology Note: This unit is discontinued in 2025. Students who have not yet completed MEDS2005 must instead complete ANAT2011.

Year 3 - Semester 1

Type	CP	CP From
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG2803: Heat and Mass Transfer
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG2802: Chemical Engineering Modelling and Analysis
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG2801: Fluid Mechanics
Science Units	6	Select from Unit Block: Science Units Note: 3000-level Medical Science selective
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP2002: Professional Engagement Program 2B

Year 3 - Semester 2

Type	CP	CP From
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG2806: Separation Processes
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG2804: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Medical Science Stream Core	6	Select from MEDS3888: Medical Science Interdisciplinary Project
Science Units	6	Select from Unit Block: Science Units Note: 12cp OLEs
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP2003: Professional Engagement Program 2C

Year 4 - Semester 1

Type	CP	CP From
Science Units	6	Select from Unit Block: Science Units Note: 3000-level Medical Science selective
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3803: Reaction Engineering
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3802: Process Dynamics and Control
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3805: Particle Processing
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP3001: Professional Engagement Program 3A

Year 4 - Semester 2

Type	CP	CP From
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3806: Risk Management for Chemical Engineering
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3804: Biochemical Engineering
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG3801: Process Plant Design
Projects Table	6	Select from ENGG3112: Interdisciplinary Engineering
Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units	0	Select from ENGP3002: Professional Engagement Program 3B

Year 5 - Semester 1

Type	CP	CP From
List	6	Select from Unit Blocks: CBE Stream Depth Elective units Science Units Note: As there are 18cp worth of units that can count to either the Engineering or Science requirements of the combined degree, students can choose to select up to 18cp of electives from either Engineering or Science, or a combination of both. Students must be sure they will complete the requirements of the Science side of the degree if they want to choose any Engineering elective units.
List	6	Select from Unit Blocks: CBE Stream Depth Elective units Science Units Note: As there are 18cp worth of units that can count to either the Engineering or Science requirements of the combined degree, students can choose to select up to 18cp of electives from either Engineering or Science, or a combination of both. Students must be sure they will complete the requirements of the Science side of the degree if they want to choose any Engineering elective units.
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG4802: Chemical Engineering Design A
Projects Table	6	Select from CHNG4811: Thesis A

Year 5 - Semester 2

Type	CP	CP From
List	6	Select from Unit Blocks: CBE Stream Depth Elective units Science Units Note: As there are 18cp worth of units that can count to either the Engineering or Science requirements of the combined degree, students can choose to select up to 18cp of electives from either Engineering or Science, or a combination of both. Students must be sure they will complete the requirements of the Science side of the degree if they want to choose any Engineering elective units.
CBE Stream Core	6	Select from CHNG4806: Chemical Engineering Design B
Projects Table	6	Select from CHNG4812: Thesis B
Science Units	6	Select from Unit Block: Science Units Note: 3000-level Medical Science selective

4. Pathways

No streams/majors defined for this course version.

5. Unit Blocks

Block 0 - Introductory Computing Units (Min CP: 6,Max CP: 6)

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
ENGG1810	Introduction to Engineering Computing	6	Semester 1 Semester 2 Int February
INFO1110	Introduction to Programming	6	Semester 1 Semester 2
INFO1910	Introduction to Programming (Advanced)	6	Semester 1 Semester 2

Note: Students must complete:

-6cp from ENGG1810 or (INFO1110 or INFO1910). For Chemical stream students it is recommended that ENGG1810 is taken.

Block 1 - Foundation Mathematics Units (Min CP: 12,Max CP: 12)

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
MATH1002	Linear Algebra	3	Semester 1 Semester 2 Summer Main
MATH1005	Statistical Thinking with Data	3	Semester 1 Semester 2 Int January
MATH1021	Calculus of One Variable	3	Semester 1 Semester 2
MATH1023	Multivariable Calculus and Modelling	3	Semester 1 Semester 2
MATH1902	Linear Algebra (Advanced)	3	Semester 1
MATH1905	Statistics (Advanced)	3	Semester 2
MATH1921	Calculus of One Variable (Adv)	3	Semester 1
MATH1923	Multivariable Calculus and Modelling (Adv)	3	Semester 2

Note: Complete a minimum of 12cp including:

- Exactly 12cp of MATH1xxx units: MATH1021 Calculus of One Variable (3cp) AND MATH1002 Linear Algebra (3cp) AND MATH1023 Multivariable Calculus and Modelling (3cp) AND MATH1005 Statistics (3cp)

Block 2 - Projects Table (Min CP: 24,Max CP: 24)

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
AERO1560	Introduction to Aerospace Engineering	6	Semester 1
BMET1960	Biomedical Engineering 1A	6	Semester 1
CHNG1108	Introduction to Chemical Engineering	6	Semester 1
CHNG4811	Thesis A	6	Semester 1 Semester 2
CHNG4812	Thesis B	6	Semester 1 Semester 2
CIVL1900	Introduction to Civil Engineering	6	Semester 1
ELEC1004	Practical Introduction to Electrical Engineering	6	Semester 1
ENGG2112	Multi-disciplinary Engineering	6	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGG3112	Interdisciplinary Engineering	6	Semester 1 Semester 2
MECH1560	Introduction to Mechanical Engineering	6	Semester 1
MTRX1701	Introduction to Mechatronic Engineering	6	Semester 1

Note: - Students are to select the introduction unit relevant to their stream. Students in both Electrical and Software Engineering streams are to take ELEC1004.

- Students enrolled in the Dalyell Stream may count any Engineering Dalyell unit in place of ENGG3112. The second Dalyell unit must be taken from the Combined degree.

- Students are to select the thesis units relevant to their stream. Aeronautical, Mechanical and Mechatronic students are to enrol in the AMME coded units. Students in both Electrical and Software are to enrol in the ELEC coded units.

Block 3 - Professional Engagement Program (PEP) Units

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
ENGP1001	Professional Engagement Program 1A	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP1002	Professional Engagement Program 1B	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP1003	Professional Engagement Program 1C	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP2001	Professional Engagement Program 2A	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP2002	Professional Engagement Program 2B	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP2003	Professional Engagement Program 2C	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP3001	Professional Engagement Program 3A	0	Semester 1 Semester 2
ENGP3002	Professional Engagement Program 3B	0	Semester 1 Semester 2

Note: -Candidates for the Bachelor of Engineering Honours must complete the Professional Engagement Program units of study.

- Candidates must enrol in ENGP1001 in their first semester of study

Block 4 - CBE Stream Core (Min CP: 96,Max CP: 102)

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
CHEM1111	Chemistry 1A	6	Semester 1 Semester 2 Int January
CHEM1112	Chemistry 1B	6	Semester 1 Semester 2 Int January
CHEM1911	Chemistry 1A (Adv)	6	Semester 1
CHEM1912	Chemistry 1B (Adv)	6	Semester 2
CHEM1991	Chemistry 1A (SSP)	6	Semester 1
CHEM1992	Chemistry 1B (SSP)	6	Semester 2
CHNG1103	Conservation of Mass and Energy	6	Semester 2
CHNG1106	Engineering for a Sustainable Society	6	Semester 2
CHNG2801	Fluid Mechanics	6	Semester 1
CHNG2802	Chemical Engineering Modelling and Analysis	6	Semester 1
CHNG2803	Heat and Mass Transfer	6	Semester 1
CHNG2804	Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics	6	Semester 2
CHNG2806	Separation Processes	6	Semester 2
CHNG3801	Process Plant Design	6	Semester 2
CHNG3802	Process Dynamics and Control	6	Semester 1
CHNG3803	Reaction Engineering	6	Semester 1
CHNG3804	Biochemical Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG3805	Particle Processing	6	Semester 1
CHNG3806	Risk Management for Chemical Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG4802	Chemical Engineering Design A	6	Semester 1
CHNG4806	Chemical Engineering Design B	6	Semester 2

Block 5 - CBE Stream Depth Elective units

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
CHNG4203	Major Industrial Project	24	Semester 1 Semester 2
CHNG5001	Process Systems Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG5004	Mineral Processing	6	Semester 2
CHNG5006	Advanced Wastewater Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG5008	Nanotechnology in Chemical Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG5009	Digital Circular Economy	6	Semester 1
CHNG5602	Biophysics and Biosensors	6	Semester 2
CHNG5603	Advanced Industrial Modelling and Analysis	6	Semester 1
CHNG5604	Advanced Membrane Engineering	6	Semester 2
CHNG5606	Advanced Food Processing	6	Semester 2
CHNG5607	Advanced Biochemical Engineering	6	Semester 1
ENGG5206	Exponential and Emerging Technologies	6	Semester 2

Note: Students may select units from this collection if they have elective space in their degree

Block 10 - Medical Science Stream Core (Min CP: 48,Max CP: 54)

Unit Code	Unit Name	CP	Sessions Offered
BIOL1007	From Molecules to Ecosystems	6	Semester 2
CHEM1111	Chemistry 1A	6	Semester 1 Semester 2 Int January
MEDS1001	Human Biology	6	Semester 1
MEDS2001	Key Concepts in Physiology	6	Semester 1
MEDS2002	Key Concepts in Pharmacology	6	Semester 1
MEDS2003	Biochemistry and Molecular Biology	6	Semester 1
MEDS2004	Microbes, Infection and Immunity	6	Semester 2
MEDS2005	Human Anatomy and Histology	6	Semester 2
MEDS3888	Medical Science Interdisciplinary Project	6	Semester 2

Note: Students in the Medical Science stream also complete 18 cp of 3000-level Medical Science disciplinary selective units.

The Medical Science stream requirements changed in 2024, resulting in changes to 2000-level MEDS units for students who began their degree before 2024.

MEDS2001, MEDS2002, MEDS2004 and MEDS2005 are discontinued and replaced by PHSI2007/PHSI2907, PCOL2021, MIMI2002/MIMI2902 and ANAT2011.

Block 11 - Science Units (Min CP: 30,Max CP: 42)

Note: Candidates must complete 96 credit points of Science (Medical Science stream) study, including:

- 54cp core units

- 18cp 3000-level selective units

- 12 credit points of OLEs

- Elective units as required

Math and Chem units taken as part of the Engineering component may be counted towards the 96 cp total. See Science faculty handbook for list of Science units and majors: http://sydney.edu.au/handbooks/science/

Course:	Chemical & Biomolecular / Science (Medical Science Stream) (2021)
CP Required:	240
Min FT Duration:	5.00 Years
Min PT Duration:	N/A
Faculty/School:	Faculty of Engineering
Years Offered:	2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018

Faculty of Engineering

Chemical & Biomolecular / Science (Medical Science Stream) (2021)

1. Overview