Overview of Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering in Nilai University Malaysia
This internationally recognised programme equips you with the knowledge and technical skills for an exciting career in the electrical and electronics industry by employing a problem-based industrial approach to train you to effectively design, build and test electrical and electronics devices.
Graduates of this programme are qualified to continue with a relevant degree programme at Nilai University. Alternatively, graduates can progress to Nilai University’s Advanced Diploma programme, which leads to a dual award of BSc (Hons) from Kingston University, London.
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO)
The programme aims to:
| PEO 1 |
To produce graduates who are knowledgeable and technically competent in the field of electrical and electronic engineering. |
| PEO 2 |
To produce graduates who hold leadership positions in their organizations within five years of employment. |
| PEO 3 |
To pursue life-long learning by membership in electrical and electronics engineering professional bodies and through participation in continuous professional development (CPD) activities. |
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME (PLO)
Programme Learning Outcomes describe what students are expected to know and able to perform or attain by the time of graduation. These relate to the skill, knowledge, and behavior that students acquire through the programme. Eleven (11) Programme Learning Outcomes of Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering were identified and they are:
| PLO 1 |
Able to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and electrical & electronics engineering fundamentals to well-defined engineering procedures and practices |
| PLO 2 |
Able to analyse well-defined electrical & electronics engineering problems in their discipline with respect to operation and maintenance, including troubleshooting |
| PLO 3 |
Able to conduct investigations and assist in the design of solutions for electrical & electronics engineering systems |
| PLO 4 |
Able to apply appropriate techniques, resources, and engineering tools to well-defined electrical & electronics engineering activities, with an awareness of the limitations |
| PLO 5 |
Able to demonstrate an awareness of and consideration for societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and their consequent responsibilities |
| PLO 6 |
Able to communicate effectively with the engineering community and society at large |
| PLO 7 |
Able to function effectively in a diverse technical team |
| PLO 8 |
Able to demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering practices |
| PLO 9 |
Able to demonstrate an awareness of management, business practices and entrepreneurship |
| PLO 10 |
Able to demonstrate an understanding of the impact of engineering practices, taking into account the need for sustainable development |
| PLO 11 |
Able to recognise the need for professional development and to engage in independent and lifelong learning |
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
FOUNDATIONAL
- Understanding Engineering
CORE
Common
- Physics For Engineering
- Basic Mathematics
- Computer Programming
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Engineering Mathematics 2
Engineering
- Electrical Principles
- Fundamentals Of Electronics
- Electromagnetism
- Workshop Technology
- Digital Logics
- Instrumentation And Process Control
- Circuits And Signals
- Microcontroller Systems
Electronics
- Digital Communications
- Analogue Communications
- Power Electronics
- Industrial Electronics
Electrical
- Power System
- Electrical Machines
- Electrical Installation & Practices
Management
- Industrial Engineering & Management
SUMMATIVE
MATA PELAJARAN UMUM
MPU1
- Pengajian Malaysia 2 OR
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
MPU2
- Graduate Preparatory Course
MPU3
- Food and Culture OR
- Environment and Development in Malaysia
MPU4
INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
MALAY LANGUAGE
(only for Malaysian students without a credit in SPM BM)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ENRY REQUIREMENTS
| SPM/O-Level |
3Cs including Mathematics and 1 Science/Technical/ Vocational subject AND pass English |
| UEC |
3Bs including Mathematics and 1 Science/Technical/Vocational subject AND pass English |
| Vocational and Technical Certificate |
CGPA 2.00 and 1 year’s working experience in a related field or completed 1 semester of academic enhancement programme |
| Certificate in Engineering/ Engineering Technology (MQF Level 3): |
CGPA 2.00 |
English Language Requirements
(for international students)*
| IELTS |
5.0 |
| TOEFL |
500 (PBT) / 61 (iBT) |
| Pearson |
36 |
| MUET |
3 |
*International students with qualifications from educational systems where English language is the main medium of instruction are exempted from this requirement.
International students who do not fulfill the English Language Requirements may join the Intensive English Programme at Nilai University which builds their skills in the language and prepares them for the TOEFL examination
