This newly introduced programme is designed to meet the expectations and needs of the industry. One of the main reasons for this new course to be offered was the favourable market survey responses from industries on the employability of diploma graduates from the mechanical engineering field. Mechanical engineering is one of the top in-demand disciplines of engineering due to the graduates being versatile and knowledgeable in many different fields.
The diploma programme is designed to provide students not only with the necessary academic and technical understanding of the related mechanical engineering-related fields but also challenge the students to experience invaluable practical training in the industry. Students are given the opportunity to obtain valuable hands-on experience through lab experiments, group projects and in their final year projects.
Upon completion of this Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme, students can opt to pursue further studies in the Mechanical Engineering degree programme offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) or to join the workforce in the industry as a qualified diploma graduate.
The programme is also recognized by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC) under the Board of Engineers Malaysia. Graduates of this programme will qualify to apply for Inspector of Works (IoW) from BEM.
Entry Requirements
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- Pass SPM/O-Level or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C in at least three (3) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and one Science/Technical/Vocational subject and a Pass in English; OR
- Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and one Science/Technical/Vocational subject and a Pass in English; OR
- Pass STPM or its equivalent, with a Pass in Mathematics, English AND one relevant Science/Technical/Vocational subject at the SPM Level or its equivalent; OR
- Recognised Certificate in Engineering/Engineering Technology or its equivalent; *
- Possess an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Diploma programmes.
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*One (1) year of relevant experience or a minimum of one (1) trimester of bridging programme is required for recognised related Vocational and Technical / Skills Certificate or its equivalent.
Programme Structure
Core
Trimester 1
Basic Electrical Technology
Computer Applications
Engineering Workshop Technology
Physics for Engineering
Trimester 2
Algebra & Trigonometry
Chemistry for Engineering
Engineering Drawing
Trimester 3
Calculus
Engineering Mechanics I: Statics
Trimester 4
Engineering Mathematics
Program Design
Materials Science
Computer-Aided Drafting
Strength of Materials
Trimester 5
Fluid Mechanics
Engineering Design
Engineering Mechanics II: Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Trimester 6
Final Year Project (Part 1)
Project Management
Trimester 7
Industrial Training
Trimester 8
Final Year Project (Part 2)
Measurement and Instrumentation
Engineering in Society
Introduction to Industrial Revolution 4.0
Elective Modules (Choose 1 Subject)
Introduction To CAD/CAM
Introduction To Quality Management
Introduction To Operations Management
University Subjects & Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)
Communication Skills:
• English and Business Communications in the Digital Age
Character Building Program:
• Character Building Courses
• Environmental Society
MPU courses:
U1 – Falsafah dan Isu Semasa / MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
U2/U3 – Bahasa Kebangsaan A / Any other courses in the U2 or U3 category
U4 – Co-Curriculum
Career Prospects
Mechanical Technician, Manufacturing/Process Engineering Assistant, Equipment Supervisor, Oil & Gas Supervisor, HVAC Supervisor, Energy Engineering Assistant, Automotive Technician, Machine Design Supervisor, Project Engineering Assistant, R&D Technician etc.
