PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
The Diploma in Civil Engineering is a 2 ½ year programme and provides students with fundamental knowledge in civil engineering concepts in structural and road construction. Students will enjoy the hands-on approach to structural engineering and infrastructure and learn civil and structural drafting skills. These technical engineering skills are highly in demand as construction projects grow across the globe.
Programme Structure
| YEAR | SUBJECT | SUBJECT CODE |
|---|---|---|
| Y1S1 | Communicative English | ENG4113 |
| Essential of Modern Age and Digital Skills | DAL4133 | |
| Qualitative and Critical Thinking/Quantitative Techniques | CIT4133 | |
| Y1S2 | Technical Mathematics 1 | MTS4113 |
| Civil Engineering Materials | MET4113 | |
| Civil Engineering Drawings | CIT4112 | |
| Building System & Services | CIV4113 | |
| Engineering Mechanics | MET4123 | |
| Y1S3 | Mental Health 1 | MCHC4133 |
| Technical Mathematics 2 | MTS4123 | |
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International)/ | MPU2133 | |
| Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban 1 (Local) | MPU2183 | |
| Strength of Materials | MET4133 | |
| Engineering Survey | SVY4113 | |
| Estimating & Contract | CIV4123 | |
| Soil Mechanics | CIV4133 | |
| Y2S4 | Civil Engineering Lab 1 | CIV4242 |
| Civil Engineering Lab 2 | CIV4252 | |
| Civil Engineering Lab 3 | CIV4262 | |
| Ethos of Life for Self and Society | MCV4133 | |
| Y2S5 | Geotechnical Engineering | CIV4273 |
| Structure Analysis | CIV4283 | |
| Technical Mathematics 3 | MTS4233 | |
| Traffic & Highway Engineering | CIV4293 | |
| Fluid Mechanics | FMC4213 | |
| Additive Manufacturing | CIT4243 | |
| Y2S5 | Final Project | RSC4214 |
| Hydraulics & Hydrology | FMC4223 | |
| Reinforced Concrete Design | CIV42103 | |
| Elective 1 | ||
| Elective 2 | ||
| Elective Modules | ||
| Project Management for Engineers | MGT4223 | |
| Engineering Health and Safety | ENV4213 | |
| Introduction to Environmental Engineering | ENV4223 | |
| S7 | Industrial Training | INT4318 |
Programme Educational Objective (PEO)
| PEO Statements : | |
|---|---|
| PEO 1 | To produce a skillful and competent civil engineering technologist who have strong fundamental knowledge, creative, innovative and able to solve problem and execute civil engineering works. |
| PEO 2 | To produce graduates who can work productively as Civil Engineers and able to respond and readily adapt to emerging technologies and contemporary issues that parallel with the industrial needs. |
| PEO 3 | To produce graduates who are able to communicate technically with professional ethics, and possess great teamwork and leadership qualities on multidisciplinary teams and be leaders in our technological society that able to compete globally. |
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
| ETAC Programme Outcome Statements : | |
|---|---|
| PLO 1 | Knowledge: Apply knowledge of applied mathematics, applied science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in DK1 to DK4 respectively to wide practical procedures and practices. |
| PLO 2 | Problem analysis: Identify and analyze well-defined engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using codified methods of analysis specific to their field of activity (DK1 to DK4). |
| PLO 3 | Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the design of systems, components or processes to meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations (DK5). |
| PLO 4 | Investigation: Conduct investigations of well-defined problems; locate and search relevant codes and catalogues, conduct standard tests and measurements. |
| PLO 5 | Modern Tool Usage: Apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and IT tools to well-defined engineering problems, with an awareness of the limitations (DK6). |
| PLO 6 | The Engineer and Society: Demonstrate knowledge of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to engineering technician practice and solutions to well-defined engineering problems (DK7). |
| PLO 7 | Environment and Sustainability: Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of engineering technician work in the solution of well-defined engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts (DK7). |
| PLO 8 | Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of technician practice. |
| PLO 9 | Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member in diverse technical teams. |
| PLO 10 | Communications: Communicate effectively on well-defined engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, by being able to comprehend the work of others, document their own work, and give and receive clear instructions. |
| PLO 11 | Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member or leader in a technical team and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments. |
| PLO 12 | Life Long Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the ability to engage in independent updating in the context of specialized technical knowledge. |
Entry Requirement
- SPM – Pass SPM/SPMV with three credits in Mathematics, Science (Science / Technical / Vocasional) & 1 other subject pass in English
- STPM – Pass STPM with min (CGPA: 2.00) / C in 1 subject and pass in Mathematics & English & Science / Technical/ Vocational at SPM Level
- STAM – Pass STAM (maqbul)
Credit in Maths in SPM level - 0-LEVEL – Pass O Level with Grade C in Mathematics, Science (Science / Technical / Vocasional) & 1 other subject pass in English
- UEC – For Senior middle three (SM3) only
Pass UEC with Grade B in Mathematics, Science (Science / Technical / Vocasional) & 1 other subject pass in English - Certificate – Pass certificate in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Level 3) with Min CGPA 2.00
Pass in vocational and technical skills certificate (Level 3 KKM) with CGPA 2.00 and 1 year working experience or 1 semester bridging course, and pass SPM with 1 credit and must undergo a bridging programme for Maths if fail in Maths
Pass in certificate SKM Level 3 or certificate from Kolej Komuniti and pass SPM with 1 credit and must undergo a bridging programme for Mathematics if fail in Maths - APEL – Age : 20 years & above
Experience in related field - Others : Other equivalent qualification approved by the senate and the government of Malaysia
- English Requirement Upon Entry : IELTS: 5.0
TOEFL PBT: 500
MUET: BAND 3
Career Opportunities
- Technical Assistant
- Site Supervisor
- Assistant Site Engineer
- Assistant Resident Engineer
- Assistant Project Manager
- QA/QC Engineer
- Contract Executive
- Project Planner
Advantages
The Diploma in Civil Engineering is awarded by MAHSA University, a recognized university in the region.
The Diploma in Civil Engineering is benchmarked to the quality standards and approved by the Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia (EAC) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The teaching staff in the faculty comprises of professors and lecturers with vast experience from the different fields of specializations. The faculty also employs Professional Engineers who have wide industry experience to be part of the academic team.
The Diploma in Civil Engineering is very affordable and there are education loans available for students who wish to further seek out additional financial assistance.
The Diploma in Civil Engineering is a 2 ½ year programme, in line with the requirements of the Engineering Accreditation Council Malaysia (EAC) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
