This course is designed to equip students with entrepreneurial skills specifically tailored to the field of chemical technology. This course combines chemical engineering concepts with entrepreneurial principles, aiming to produce graduates who are not only capable of working in industry but also have the potential to become innovators and entrepreneurs in chemical technology. In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of chemical technology-based product development, market analysis, business planning, marketing strategies, and financial management for technology-based businesses. Additionally, students will gain insights into identifying business opportunities within chemical technology, conducting product research and development, and applying sustainability principles in business.The course involves a hands-on project where students work in teams to develop an innovative business idea 177 based on chemical technology. They will present their business concepts to a panel of faculty and industry professionals, receiving feedback to refine their business models. CHEMITECHNOPRENEUR aims to instill an innovation- and sustainability-oriented entrepreneurial mindset, preparing students to contribute to the advancement of the chemical technology sector through entrepreneurship.

• Continuously develop oneself to contribute according to professional ethics.
• Solve local and global problems while adhering to ethical standards.

• Introduction to Chemitechnopreneur Lecture

  • Overview of the chemitechnopreneurship concept and its relevance to chemical engineering
  • Objectives of the course: combining technical knowledge with entrepreneurial skills

• Target Product Market Survey

  • Conducting market research to identify potential product opportunities
  • Techniques for analyzing market trends, customer needs, and competitor products

• Product Determination Presentation

  • Presenting selected product ideas based on market analysis
  • Justifying the feasibility and potential impact of the proposed product

• Benchmarking of Existing Products

  • Comparing proposed products with existing market alternatives
  • Identifying unique selling points (USPs) and areas for improvement

• Presentation of Methods, Materials, and Product Testing Methods

  • Developing methodologies for product creation and testing
  • Selecting appropriate materials and techniques for product development

• Making Prototype I Products

  • Designing and producing the first prototype based on initial specifications
  • Testing the prototype for functionality and performance

• Midterm Exam: Prototype I Presentation

  • Presenting Prototype I, including development process, results, and challenges
  • Receiving feedback for further refinement and improvement

• Making Prototype II

  • Improving the product based on feedback from Prototype I presentation
  • Incorporating advanced techniques or materials for Prototype II development

• Presentation of Marketing Methods and Materials

  • Developing a marketing strategy for the product
  • Preparing marketing materials such as brochures, ads, or digital content

• Marketing

  • Launching and promoting the product in a simulated or real market environment
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of marketing strategies

• Final Exam Presentation

  • Comprehensive presentation of the final product, including prototypes, market research, marketing strategies, and outcomes
  • Highlighting lessons learned and future development plans

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