B.E Chemical Engineering
The Chemical Engineering Department, established in 1963 with the introduction of the B.Tech. Chemical Engineering program, has a rich legacy of excellence in engineering education and research. The department expanded its academic and research capabilities by launching the Ph.D. program in Chemical Engineering in 1972. It offers a strong curriculum that integrates fundamental engineering principles with emerging technologies, preparing students for careers in process industries, energy, materials, environmental engineering, and biotechnology. The department actively promotes research and innovation through funded projects, industry collaborations, publications, and doctoral studies, while maintaining a strong focus on academic excellence, laboratory-based learning, and professional development.
Vision
- To educate young minds by providing academic and research proficiency to pursue successful careers in industry, academia, and research organizations.
- To develop innovative technologies in the field of Chemical Engineering to serve the profession and the community.
Mission
The Department of Chemical Engineering strives for merit in all aspects of teaching and research to produce engineers of quality required in industries / academic / research organizations and serves the society at national and international standards
Dr. M. Thirumarimurugan
M.Tech., Ph.D.,
Dr.M.Thirumarimurugan obtained both his Bachelors and Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering from Bharathiar University in the years 1995 and 1997 respectively. After his B.Tech, he served as Lecturer in Erode Institute of Chemical Technology (EICT) in 1995. Later, he joined Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) as Lecturer in Chemical Engineering Department in the same year. He was promoted as senior, selection Gr. and at present working as Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering.
His main area of research is in Modeling, Simulation and Performance Analysis of Heat Exchangers. He has published around 8 articles both in International and National Journals like Bioresource Technology, International Journal of ChemTech Research, International Journal of Chemical and Environmental Engineering and American Journal of Applied Sciences. He has presented about 42 papers in various International and National Conference in India and Abroad. Recently, he has won Best Paper Award in Energy and Environment in National Conference (NCRES2011), Anna University of Technology Tiruchirappalli, India. In the Past 10 years, he has handled projects from different funding bodies like AICTE (net worth Rs 24, 46,000) and TNSCST (net worth Rs 15,000) under various schemes like MODROBS, RPS and R & D. He has guided so far 15 PG, 20 UG and currently guiding 3 PhD research scholars. He has organized 3 short term courses funded by ISTE- AICTE. In addition to this, he is a Life member in Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE), Member in Indian society for Technical Education
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Our Team
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Mohammed Aslam H
Aqua Chemie - 11 LPA
Abinaya S
Forbes Marshall - 9LPA
Jaya Sakthi M
Saint-Gobain - 8LPA
Kishore S
Forbes Marshall - 9LPA
Thakshin Kumar S T
Saint-Gobain - 8LPA
Karthikeyan R N
SPIC - 7 LPA
Students Enrollment
Consistent enrollment growth highlights our strong academic reputation and student-focused approach to education.
Faculty
The Department has a strong academic team of 12 faculty members with an average experience of 12 years with 10 Ph.D qualifications and others pursuing Ph.D.
Research Excellence & Innovation
The Department consistently contributes to high-impact research with strong citation record including.
Publications
Published research demonstrates our commitment to advancing innovation, inquiry, and scholarly excellence across disciplines.
Book Chapters
Faculty and researchers actively author book chapters that bridge theory and practice, strengthening academic and industry relevance.
Research & Funding
Total Funding secured more that 75 Lakhs
Collaborative research initiatives strengthen interdisciplinary learning and innovation, supported by funding from government and industry agencies.
