Overview
Integrating three major engineering disciplines, this programme places its main emphasis on the domains of mechanical engineering, electrical and electronics engineering and software engineering. Students will constantly analyse and design complex systems to meet challenges posed by emerging technologies. They will also learn a combination of mechanical, electronics and computer science techniques that will help them design, fabricate, assemble and maintain automation and modern manufacturing systems.
Expect to develop a solid understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional engineer while gaining high-level technical skills essential in managing modern engineering tasks.
Programme Details
The duration of the programme is 4 years.
In each year there are two long-semesters consisting of 14 weeks of instruction with 2 weeks of examinations, and one short-semester consisting of 7 weeks of instruction with 1 week of examinations. The long-semesters start in January and May, while the short-semester starts in September.
In the months of November & December students undergo industrial training under the Co-Operative Placement Scheme to learn and to familiarise themselves with real life working environment. In addition, students also undertake a research and development project in their final year.
The number of contact hours per course per week depends on the credit and teaching methodology of each course. Each credit is approximately equivalent to 1 hour of class, or 2 hours of labs per week.
Assessments
The teaching and learning strategies and assessment are designed depending on and according to the nature of course or topic being taught or investigated. The Faculty implements different methods and styles of teaching and learning and assessment to ensure the successful achievement of the learning outcomes of its programmes, that include:
Ordinary classroom lectures
Group tutorials
Laboratory works
Seminars and eforums
Directed and self learning
Invited guest lectures
Industrial visits
Academic Requirements
STPM
Minimum 2Cs including Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
A Level
Minimum 2Ds including Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
UEC
Minimum 5Bs including Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
CPU
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects, inclusive of a minimum score of 60% in Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
Local Matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.0
Foundation from other University/ College
Minimum CGPA 2.0
WAEC/NECO
A maximum aggregate of 15 points out of best 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum B in Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
Diploma/ Advance Diploma/ equivalent
Minimum CGPA 2.0)
Subject to Faculty discretion after reviewing transcript and syllabus. Max credit transfer of 30% of the programme total credits
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60%, inclusive of minimum 60% in Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
International Baccalaureate
Minimum 26/42 points from 6 subjects (inclusive Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject)
SAM
Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum scores of 60% in Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
SACE/AUSMAT/TEE/SAM
Minimum ATAR score of 60% AND minimum score of 60% in Mathematics AND one relevant Physical Science subject
OR
Minimum overall average of 60% in 5 subjects AND minimum score of 60% in Mathematics AND one relevant Physical Science subject
WACE/NTEC
Minimum overall average of 60%, inclusive of minimum 60% in Mathematics and one relevant Physical Science subject
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3.5
SPM English Language
Grade B+
SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade C
UEC English Language
Grade A2
CEFR
B1 (High B1)
In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
Cambridge Linguaskill
154
IELTS
Band 5.0
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154
TOEFL IBT
40
TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE)
7.5
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3.5
CEFR
B1 (High B1)
International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
**The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.
Mathematical Methods for Engineers I
Engineering Design and Drawing
Circuit Theory I
Engineering Statics
Material Science
Material Science Lab
Mathematical Methods for Engineers II
Computer Programming and Database
Statistics
Manufacturing Processes
Digital Electronics I
Analogue Electronics I
Engineering Dynamics
Thermodynamics I
Fluid Mechanics I
Numerical Analysis
Circuit Theory II
Digital Electronics II
Safety, Health and Environment
Electrical Power and Machine
Mechanical Design and Prototyping
Technical Communication
Internship I
Engineers in Society
Engineering Management and Economics
Instrumentation and Measurement
System Dynamics and Control
Microcontroller and Embedded System
Fluid Power and Drives
Power Electronics
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Power and Drives Lab
Internship II
Final Year Project A
Final Year Project B
Integrated Design Project A
Integrated Design Project B
Robotic Systems
Industrial Automation
Signal and Systems
Mechatronics System Lab
Stream 1: Advanced Control and Acquisition System
Vision and Imaging Technology
Advanced Control System
Real Time Location System
Stream 2: Advanced Robotics Manufacturing
IoT and Data Analytics
Autonomous Robotic System
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Stream 3: Interdisciplinary (Select 3 courses only)
Machine Learning
Technopreneurship
Cybersecurity
Human Computer Interaction
Nanotechnology
U1 – Philosophy and Contemporary Issues (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
U1 – Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3 (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
U4 – Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 to 3
Generally, Mechatronics Engineers find their place in industries where there is a potential for improvement through the integration of computer, electrical hardware and mechanical systems. As they possess the fundamental skills in Electrical, Mechanical and Robotic Engineering, graduates have the opportunity to be leaders in the following industrial fields: Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Biomedical, Robotics and Automation, to name a few.
Mechatronics Engineering has spawned a lot of research work and has become a popular field of study. Some of the active research topics in this area are: Actuators and Sensors, Control of Mechatronics Systems, Machine Intelligence, Embedded Computing and Software Engineering.
Board of Engineers Malaysia