Information contained in this proforma is true at the time of printing and the University has the right to

make any ammendment according to needs.

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Chancellor of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia.

Centre for Academic Development and Training

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
August 2016
Contents

Foreword from the Vice Chancellor 1

Foreword from the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and International) 2
Foreword from the Dean 3
University Vision 4
University Mission 4
University Education Philosophy 4
University Logo 4
Chancellor 5
Pro Chancellor I 5
Pro Chancellor II 5
University Board of Directors 6
University Senate Members 7
Centre for Diploma Studies 9
Faculty Vision 9
Faculty Mission 9
Faculty Adjunct Professors 11
Faculty Visiting Professors 11
Faculty External Examiners 11
Faculty Industrial Advisors 11
Faculty Staff Directory 12
Programme Aims 15
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO) 15
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) 16
Curriculum Structure 17
Synopsis of the University Courses 19
Synopsis of the Faculty Courses 24
Career & Further Education Prospect 37
Foreword from the Vice Chancellor

Assalammualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh and Warm Grettings

Our utmost gratitude to Allah the Almighty, I am able to share and pen down a couple of words
and advices to readers of this proforma especially to new students of Universiti Tun Hussein
Onn Malaysia (UTHM) whom had just enrolled in this 2016/2017 Academic Session.

Congratulations and welcome to the new students and thank you for believing in UTHM for
your continuing endeavour in the search of knowledge towards the success in your future
career and life betterment.

For your information, University leadership continues to strive in the search of, designing, and
adapting the effective and efficient approaches that would able to produce the highest impact
towards making UTHM a top Higher Education Institution. The success in obtaining “QS
STARS RATED FOR EXCELLENCE 2015” and UTHM was recognized as the Top 300
in the QS World University Ranking by Subject 2015 for Mechanical, Aeronautical and
Manufacturing Engineering, have proven that UTHM continues creating excellence. These
successes have convinced the University that these are due to the alignment of University's
vision and mission which are continually strengthen and improve.

As the Vice Chancellor, I gave full confidence that UTHM is currently on the right track in the
effort towards the success of the 10 Shifts identified in the Malaysia Education Blueprint
(Higher Education). Based on the details outlined in the Malaysia Education Blueprint (Higher
Education), UTHM is committed in producing human capital and disseminating knowledge to
meet the needs of the industry and the community as well as to nurture creative and
innovative human capital.

Last but not least, I believe that you will become graduates of the University that will
successfully continue the University excellence tradition. When you graduated, you will
become the member of society that will not only be able to apply the knowledge gained but
also be able to contribute service and expertise for the importance and the needs of Religion,
Race and Nation.

"WITH WISDOM WE EXPLORE"

PROFESSOR DATUK DR. MOHD. NOH BIN DALIMIN

Vice-Chancellor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

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Foreword from the Deputy of Vice Chancellor (Academic and
International)

Assalammualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh and Warm Greetings

I would like to take this opportunity to express the utmost congratulations and well
done to you as the new students whom have been successfully been selected to
pursue studies at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia for this 2016/2017 session.

I would also like to congratulate Centre for Academic Development and Training that
has successfully produced the proforma which will be used as a guide for students in
planning the studies beginning from the first semester until the end of the studies at
this University.

Detailed planning which is effectively implemented at every semester as well as early

preparation of students before attending lectures is very important in ensuring the
readiness of learning process. Apart from that, the preparation for co-curriculum
program also is important in shaping the personality and social development of
students.

I hope that the publication of this proforma can be fully utilized by you in planning your
studies at the University and you are capable of obtaining the best results as well as
attaining excellent success.

Last but not least, I would like to wish All the Best and I pray that you will achieve
excellent success in your studies at the University and thus can contribute as the
human capital towards religion, race and Nation development.

Thank you.

PROFESSOR DR. WAHID BIN RAZZALY

Deputy of Vice Chancellor (Academic and International)
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

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Foreword from the Dean Centre for Diploma Studies

Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh and Warm Greetings

Congratulation to all new students and welcome all of you to the Centre for Diploma
Studies (CeDS), UTHM for the Academic Session of 2016/2017. All of you are the chosen
ones from those who are still looking for a place to study in a university. You have made
the right choice by joining us the 15 Public University in Malaysia. I welcome all of you to
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the CeDS and we are always ready to support and train you to be a semi professional in
the field of science and technology.

As a centre, we are responsible in running and operating the diploma programmes for
UTHM and our centre has a clear vision and mission in developing and strengthening all
the diploma programmes offered. Currently, we have nine (9) diploma programmes being
offered and the number of programmes will increase in the near future in phase with the
increase needs of the nation manpower. I believe you have chosen a suitable programme
that suits your qualification and dreams for future. Final year CeDS students will stand a
chance to further their study in any Bachelor Programmes in the UTHM depending on the
requirements stated by the faculties.

In term of infrastructure, the teaching and learning facilities provided in UTHM have been
recognised by the QS Star Rating thus fulfill the standard required by the accreditation
bodies. Besides that, the rigorous development of the UTHM campus currently, is to ensure
conducive learning environment for students. Students will be able to use various facilities
including libraries, dormitories, cafeteria, stadium, wireless internet network and all other
facilities.

I hope that as a new student in the diploma programme in UTHM, you will use this
proforma as a guide and reference to plan and thus completing your diploma studies with
excellence.
.

Wishing You Success.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. MOHAMAD ZAKY BIN NOH

Dean
Centre for Diploma Studies
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

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 University Vision
Towards a world class university in engineering, science and technology for sustainable
development

University Mission
UTHM is committed to generate and disseminate knowledge, to meet the needs of industry
and community and nurturing creative and innovative human capital, based on tauhidic
paradigm

University Education Philosophy

The education and training in this university is a continuous effort to lead in the market
oriented academic programmes. These programmes are student-focused and are
conducted through experiential learning in order to produce well trained human resource
and professionals who are catalysts for a sustainable development

University Logo
The logo of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) is the pride, identity and idealism
of the members of UTHM community. UTHM logo displays a Proton, Book, Tiered Mortar
Board, Book Rest and Shield.

The whole concept of the logo symbolises UTHM as an Institution of Higher Learning which
supports the growth and development of knowledge at all levels in fields of Science and
Technology.

Blue represents a close-knit circle of members of UTHM community which ensures the
success and enhancement of its educational and research programmes and activities for
the benefits of mankind.

Red symbolises the courage of UTHM in the exploration of new fields as the pioneer in
science and technology applications, which reflects the spirit and self-esteem of the
members of UTHM community.

Symbolism:
Red Courage
Blue Co-operation/Loyalty
Silver Quality/Prestige
Book Rest Repository of knowledge
Proton Science and technology
Book Knowledge
Mortar board Levels of study
Shield Confidence

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Chancellor
Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar
Sultan of Johor
D.K., D.K. (Pahang), SPMJ, SSIJ, S.M.N., S.P.M.T., S.M.P.K., P.I.S.

Pro-Chancellor I
Duli Yang Amat Mulia Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim
Tunku Mahkota of Johor
D.K., SPMJ, P.I.S

Pro-Chancellor II
YBhg. Tan Sri Dr. Ali Hamsa
Chief Secretary to the Government of Malaysia

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University Board of Directors

Chairman

Tan Sri (Dr.) Ir. Jamilus bin Md Hussin

Pengerusi Lembaga Pembangunan Industri Pembinaan (CIDB Malaysia),
Pengerusi KLIA Premier Holdings

Members

Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd. Noh bin Dalimin

Vice Chancellor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Tan Sri Dato' Sri Sufri bin Hj Mohd Zin

Group Managing Director
TRC Synergy Berhad

Associate Professor Dr. Arham bin Abdullah

Director
Industrial Relation Division
Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia

Datuk Dr. Pang Chau Leong

Department of Skills Development
Ministry of Human Resources

Datuk Hj. Mohlis bin Jaafar

Head of Director
Department of Polythechnic Education
Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia

Dato' Zainal Abidin bin Mat Nor

Deputy Secretary of Public Asset Management Division
Ministry of Finance

Datuk Mat Noor Nawi

Chairman
Exim Bank Berhad

Puan Mazula binti Sabudin

Director
Student Entry Management Division
Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia

Secretary

Encik Abdul Halim bin Abdul Rahman

Registrar
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

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Senate Members

Chairman

Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd. Noh bin Dalimin

Vice-Chancellor

Members

Professor Dr. Wahid bin Razzaly

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International)

Professor Dr. Hashim bin Saim

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation)

Assiciate Professor Dr. Asri bin SelamatProfessor Ir. Dr. Amir Hashim bin Mohd
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs and Alumni)

Professor Dr. Ahmad Tarmizi bin Abd. Karim

Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Development, Management Facility and ICT)

Profesor Dato' Dr. Abdul Razak bin Hj. Omar

Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Community and Industrial Relations)

Professor Dr. Hj. Ismail bin Abdul Rahman

Dean Centre for Graduate Studies

Associate Professor Dr. Abd Halid bin Abdullah

Dean Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Dr. Afandi bin Ahmad

Dean Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Associate Professor Dr Shahruddin bin Mahzan @ Mohd Zin

Dean Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Dr. Mohd Lizam bin Mohd Diah

Dean Faculty of Technology Management and Business

Associate Professor Dr. Ahmad bin Esa

Dean Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education

Associate Professor Dr. Nazri bin Mohd Nawi

Dean Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology

Associate Professor Dr. Mohd Kamarulzaki bin Mustafa

Acting Dean Faculty of Science, Technology and Human Development

Associate Professor Dr. Ishak bin Baba

Dean Faculty of Engineering Technology

Associate Professor Dr. Mohamad Zaky Bin Noh

Dean Centre for Diploma Studies

Associate Professor Dr. Azme bin Khamis

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Dean Center for Academic Development and Training

Professor Dr. Rosman bin Md. Yusoff

Dean Centre for General Studies and Co-Curricular
Director Institute for Social Transformation and Regional Development

Madam Robijah binti Kamarulzaman

Dean Centre for Language Studies

Professor Dr. Rosziati binti Ibrahim

Dean Research and Development Centre

Professor Dr. Sulaiman bin Hj Hassan

Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Professor Dr. Yusri bin Yusof

Director of International office/Faculty of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Professor Dr. Maizam binti Alias

Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education

Professor Dr. Jailani bin Md. Yunos

Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education

Professor Dr. Hj. Mustafa bin Mat Deris

Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology

Professor Dr. Rosziati binti Ibrahim

Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology

Professor Datin Dr. Maryati binti Mohamed

Faculty of Science, Technology and Human Development

Mr. Abdul Halim bin Abdul Rahman

Secretary/Registrar

Mdm. Azizah binti Nasri

Bursary (Acting)

Mr. Haji Bharun Narosid bin Mat Zin

Chief Librarian

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 Centre for Diploma Studies

Centre Vision
Excellentin providingmultidisciplinaryeducationinscienceandtechnology

Centre Mission
Producinggraduates whocontributeto national development throughaholisticacademicprogram

The diploma programmes had been offered in UTHM since the establishment of Pusat
Latihan Staf Politeknik (PLSP) in 1994. At that time only three programmes were
offered and were being managed by a few department of concerned. All of the
programmes were than assigned under the management of the respective faculties
when Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn (KUiTTHO) was established in the
year 2001.

The establishment of the Centre for Diploma Studies was announced by the Vice
Chancellor on the 1 August 2009. With the establishment of the Centre for Diploma
st

Studies all of the diploma programme were able to be managed centrally thus
increasing the competativeness of all diploma programmes being offered by other
higher education institutions in this country.

It is the aim of the Centre for Diploma Studies to boost the diploma programmes in
UTHM to a level such that it becomes the main choice of applicants. With that all
potential applicants are most welcome to join the diploma programme in UTHM. All of
the diploma programmes in UTHM is being conducted according to the Outcome
Based Education method since the July 2010 session. The diploma programmes offer
the opportunities for graduates to further their studies in UTHM. The establishment of
the Centre for Diploma Studies is intended to achieve equilibrium in the academic
excellence, co-curricullum and the individual development of its graduate such that to
achieved the quality needed to fulfill the global occupational market. Until now the
Centre for Diploma Studies, have offered nine (9) programmes which are being
managed by the various departments.

The Centre for Diploma Studies consists of five (5) departments and is led by a Dean
and is being assisted by three (3) Deputy Deans. The organizational chart of the
Centre for Diploma Studies is as shown:

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 Dean

Office Secretary

Deputy Dean Deputy Dean

Deputy Dean Deputy Dean
(Academic (Research
(Inovation, & &
Publishing (Student Affairs
&Research) Hands-On Skill Centre)
Development) &Development)

Office Secretary
Administration

Head of Civil Head of Electrical Head of Mechanical Head of Information Head of Mathematics Senior Assistant
Engineering Engineering Engineering Technology &Science Registrar
Deparment Deparment Deparment Deparment Deparment
(JSKR)

 Academic Staff  Academic Staff  Academic Staff  Academic Staff  Academic Staff
 Assistant Eng.

Administrative & Finance Academic Services Student Affairs

Organisational chart of the Centre for Diploma Studies

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Centre External Examiner and Industrial Advisor

Department of Civil Engineering

External Examiner

Prof. Dr. Badorul Hisham Bin Abu Bakar

PhD (Leeds University, UK), MSc., (Concrete Design and Const.) (Leeds University,
UK), BEng (Hons) (Civil Engineering) (UTM), Dip. (Civil Engineering) (UTM),
Cert.(Civil Construction) (PUO).

Industrial Advisor

Ir. Zulkifli bin Tamby Chik

MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), BEng (Hons)(UiTM), Dip.(Civil Engineering) (UTM),
Registered Professional Engineer (PE No. 11836).

En Mohamad Yazid Mohd Yunus

BSc.(Civil Engineering)( Seoul National University.), Dip.(Civil Engineering) (UTM),
Dip.(Management) (MIM).

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Faculty Staff Directory

Administration

Dean
Prof. Dr. Hj. Ismail bin Abdul Rahman
Ph.D (The University of Manchester, UK) MSc. (Bldg. Serv. Engineering) (Heriot Watt,
UK), B.Eng. (Hons) (Civil Engineering)(UTM), Dip. (Civil Engineering)(UTM)

Deputy Dean (Academic and Research)

Hj. Amir Khan bin Suwandi
MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), BSc. (Hons) (Civil Engineering) (Portland State Univ.
USA), Dip. Ed.(Civil Engineering Studies) (UTM)

Deputy Dean (Student Affairs and Development)

Hj. Zulkarnain bin Md. Amin
B. Sc. (Electrical Engineering)(University of Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA), A. Sc.
(Electrical Engineering)(DCC, SUNY, New York, USA), Post Graduate Certificate of
Education(TTTC), Cert. (Microprocessor System Design)(JICA, Sendai, Japan), Cert.
(Computer Networking)(SIEMEN, Manheim, Germany), Cert. (Supervisory
Management)(SEAMEO VOCTECH, Brunei)

Deputy Dean (Innovation, Publication and Hands-On Skill Centre)

Hj. Jahaya bin Kesot
MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTHM), BSc. (Civil Engineering) (Univ. of Miami, USA)

Office Secretary
Rusnani binti Saji
Dip. (Secretarial Science) (Politeknik Sultan Ahmad Shah, Kuantan)

Deputy Registrar
En Mohd Lotfi bin Solihan
Sarjana Muda Kepujian Usuluddin (Akidah dan Falsafah) (Univ. Al-Azhar, Mesir)

Assistant Administrative Officer (Academic and Research)

Mohd Zukhairi bin Husin
Dip. (Computer Science) (UiTM)

Assistant Administrative Officer (Administrative and Finance)

Nur Izzati Hazwani binti Muhammad Ridwan
Dip. (Tech. Managemant) (UTM)

Administrative Assistant (Clerical & Operation) Student Affairs and

Development
Jaiganesh a/l Jaganathan
BSc (Management) (OUM), SPM (SMK Dato Bentara Luar)

Administrative Assistant (Clerical & Operation) Administrative and Finance

Ismade bin Niam
STPM (SM Tun Sardon Rengit)

Administrative Assistant (Clerical & Operation) Services Unit

Siti Hawa binti Ismail
STPM (SMK Bandar Mas)

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Administrative Assistant (Clerical & Operation) Academic and Research
Nor Nizaha binti Mahadi
SPM (SM Tun Sardon Rengit)

Administrative Assistant (Clerical & Operation) Academic and Research

Mohd Afizal bin Abd. Aziz
Dip. (Teknologi Pembuatan) (ADTEC), Dip. (Manufacturing Tech.) (ADTEC), SPM
(SMK Syed Abu Bakar)

General Office Assistant

Dayang Fatimah binti Pohhaini
STPM (SM Munsyi Sulaiman), SPM (SMK Datin Onn Jaffar)

Department of Civil Engineering

Academic Staff

Head of Department
Hj. Roslan bin Kolop
MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), BSc (Hons) (Civil Engineering) (Leeds Univ. UK),
Dip.Ed.(UKM)

Assoc. Prof. Hj. Ismail bin Yusof

MSc (Traffic Engineering), (Univ. of Birmingham UK), BSc (Hons) (Civil Engineering),
(Heriot Watt Univ. UK), Dip. Ed. (UKM)

Hj. Amir Khan bin Suwandi

MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), BSc. (Hons) (Civil Engineering) (Portland State Univ.
USA), Dip. Ed.(Civil Engineering Studies) (UTM)

Hj. Adanan bin Othman

MEng. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), BTech. Ed. (Civil Engineering) (UTM)

En Masiri Kaamin
MSc.(Land Survey-GIS) (UTM), BSc.(Land Survey) (UTM)

Hj Jahaya bin Kesot

MSc. (Civil Engineering) (UTHM), BSc. (Civil Engineering) (Univ. of Miami, USA)

Pn Aslila bte Abd Kadir

MSc. (Construction Management) (UTM), BSc.(Hons) (Housing, Building and
Planning) (USM), Cert.(Quantity Survey) (POLIMAS)

Pn Nor Baizura bte Hamid

BSc (Hons) (Civil Engineering), (UTHM)

Hj. Shahabudin bin Mustapha

MSc.(Water Resources Technology) (Birmingham Univ. UK), BSc. (Civil Engineering)
(State Univ. of New York, USA)

Pn. Mardiha bt Mokhtar

MSc.(Civil Engineering) (UTHM), BSc. (Hons)(Civil Engineering) (UTHM), Dip. (Civil
Engineering Technology)(UTHM)

En Salman bin Salim

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MEng. (Civil Engineering) (UTHM), BEng. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), Dip. (Civil
Engineering)(UTM), Cert. (Civil Engineering)(Politeknik Ungku Omar)
En Mohd Erwan bin Sanik
MSc. (Civil Engineering) (USM), BEng. (Civil Engineering) (USM)

En Khairul Zaman bin Abdul Malek

BEng (Hons) (Civil Engineering), (UM)

En Izat bin Yahya

MEng. (Civil Engineering) (UTHM), BEng. (Civil Engineering) (UTM), Dip. (Civil
Engineering)(UiTM)

Dr. Norhayati bte Ngadiman

Phd. (Environment and Development)(UKM), M Ed. (Technic and Vocational
Ed.)(UTHM), BSc, (Mineral Resources)(USM)

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Programme Name
Diploma in Civil Engineering (DAA)

ProgrammeAims
To produce graduates who are more mature and competent to fulfill nation needs of
skill and experts in the field of civil engineering whether in the public, private or self
employed sector. The program also prepares students to further their studies to
degree level at any university within or outside the country.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

These are the PEOs for graduates of Diploma in Civil Engineering:

PEO 1 Apply the theoretical and practical knowledge in solving problems of Civil
Engineering.

PEO 2 Applying knowledge in a professional manner, ethical and human effectively

in Civil Engineering issues.

PEO 3 Interact with professionals and community effectively to carry out the
responsibilities of leadership in an organization.

PEO 4 Build career development and entrepreneurship in lifelong learning

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Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)

These are the PLOs (upon graduation) for Diploma in Civil Engineering:

PLO 1 Apply basic knowledge of science and mathematics in the field of of Civil
Engineering. (Knowledge)

PLO 2 Apply sufficient technical skills in the use of equipment and engineering
software effectively. (Practical Skills)

PLO 3 Practice communication and ICT skills effectively in the organization.

(Communication Skills)

PLO 4 Solve the problem in a systematic and innovative in the field of Civil
Engineering. (C3- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills)

PLO 5 Practice teamwork in solving tasks effectively. (Teamwork Skills)

PLO 6 The concept of lifelong learning and professional information management.

(Lifelong Learning & Information Management)

PLO 7 Develop entrepreneurial skills potential in self to career development. (

Entrepreneurship Skills)

PLO 8 Implement an ethical responsibility towards work, community and country for
the prosperity of mankind. (Moral and Professional Ethics)

PLO 9 Develop self potential as individuals or leader in groups effectively.

(Leadership skills)

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Structure Curriculum

Table 1: Summary of Curriculum for the Diploma in Civil Engineering

Year Semester Course Code Courses Credit Total

UWB 10102 Academic English 2

Special UWS 10403 Introduction to Nationhood and Malaysia Development 3 7
UWA 10402/202 Introduction to Islamic Studies/ Moral Studies 2

UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum I 1

UWB 10402 Technical Communication I 2
DAS 10103 Algebra 3
I DAS 14103 Physics I 3 18
DAY 10102 Occupational Safety and Health 2
DAC 10303 Statics and Dynamics 2
DAC 10402 Civil Engineering Materials 3
DAC 20202 Computer Programming 2

1
1 UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum II
2
UWA 10502 Theology and Science
2
II UWB 1**02 Foreign Language
2
UWB 20502 Technical Communication II 18
3
DAS 10203 Engineering Mathematics I
3
DAS 14203 Physics II
3
DAS 12203 Chemistry
2
DAC 20902 Hydrology

III - - - -

DAS 20403 Engineering Mathematics II 3

DAC 20503 Geomatic Engineering 3
I DAC 20703 Mechanics of Material 3
DAC 21003 Hydraulic 3 18
DAC10103 Engineering Drawing 3
DPK 20103 Business and Entrepreneurship 3

DAS 20502 Statistics 2

2 DAC 20603 Highway and Traffic Engineering 3
DAC 20801 Materials and Structure Laboratory 1
II DAC 21103 Geotechnical Engineering 3 16
DAC 31302 Environmental Engineering 2
DAC 31401 Environmental Engineering and Hydraulic Laboratory 1
DAC 31502 Structural Analysis 2
DAC 31802 Contract and Estimation 2

III DAC33904 Industrial Training 4 4

DAC 21202 Engineering Software Application 2 14

3 I DAC 31601 Highway and Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory 1
DAC 31702 Project Management 2
DAC 31903 Structural Design 3
DAC 32003 Construction Engineering 3
DAC 32103 Diploma in Civil Engineering Projects 3

Total Credit 95

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University Courses

Year Sem Course Code Courses Credit Total

Nationhood and Current Development of

UWS 10403 Malaysia/ 3
*Malaysian Studies and Culture

UWA 10402/
Special

Islamic Studies/Moral Studies 2 7

UWA 10202

UWB10102 Academic English 2

UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum I 1

I 3
UWB 10402 Technical Communiocation I 2
UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum II 1
1
UWA 10502 Theology and Science 2
II 7
UWB 1***2 Foreign Language 2

UWB 20502 Technical Communication II 2

I DPK 20103 Business and Entrepreneurship 3

2 3
II

Total Overall Credit 20

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Synopsis of Courses

UWS 10403 Introduction to Nationhood and Malaysia Development

Synopsis
This course discusses the basic concepts, the process of formation and development
of the country. The topics that will be discussed are the struggle against colonialism,
independence and the establishment of the Federation of Malaysia. In addition, the
elements of Rukun Negara and the policies of development related to economy,
politics and social, such as Vision 2020 and the statesmen’s contributions in
strengthening the continuity of Malaysia's success will also be discussed.

References
1. Ahmad Esa, Harliana Halim, Khairul Azman Mohd Suhaimy, Ku Hasnan Ku Halim,
Marwan Ismail, Mohd Akbal Abdullah, Shamsaadal Sholeh Saad dan Zahrul
AkmalDamin (2004). “Ikhtisar Sejarah Kenegaraan & Pembangunan
Malaysia.”Johor Bahru : Muapakat Jaya Percetakan Sdn. Bhd. DS596 .I33 2003
2. Fauziah Ani, Harliana Halim, Khairul Azman Mohd. Suhaimy, Khairunesa Isa, Ku
Hasnan Ku Halim, Lutfan Jaes, Mohd. Akbal Abdullah, Shamsaadal Sholeh Saad,
Siti Sarawati Johar, Zahrul Akmal Damin (2009). “Kenegaraan & Pembangunan
Malaysia”. Batu Pahat : Penerbit UTHM. (Modul Kenegaraan dan Pembangunan
Mutakhir Malaysia)
3. Nazaruddin Mohd Jali, Ma’rof Redzuan, Asnarulkhadi Abu Samah dan Ismail
Mohd Rashid (2005). “Pengajian Malaysia.” Petaling Jaya : Prentice Hall.
DS596.6 .P46 2001 N2
4. Lembaga Penyelidikan Undang-undang (2003). “Perlembagaan Persekutuan:
(hingga 15hb.Ogos 2003).” Petaling Jaya : International Law Book Services.
KPG1744.51963.A3 .A4 2003
5. Ruslan Zainudin, Mohd Mahadee Ismail dan Zaini Othman (2005). “Kenegaraan
Malaysia.” Shah Alam : Fajar Bakti. JQ715 .R87 2005
6. Ting Chew Peh (1980). “Konsep Asas Sosiologi.” Kuala Lumpur : Dewam Bahasa
dan Pustaka. HM51 .T56 1985

UWA10402 Islamic Studies

Synopsis
This course explains about Islamic concept as ad-deen. It discusses the study of al-
Quran and al-Hadith, Sunnism, schools of Islamic theology, development of schools of
Fiqh, principles of muamalat, Islamic Criminal Law, Islamic work ethics, issues in
Islamic family law and current issues.

References
1. Harun Din (Dr.) (2001), Manusia Dan Islam, cetakan pertama, Kuala Lumpur:
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. [BP174. M36 1990]
2. Mustafa Abdul Rahman (1998), Hadith 40, Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Pustaka Fajar.
[BP135. A2 M87 1998]
3. Ismail Haji Ali, (1995), Pengertian dan Pegangan Iktikad yang benar: Ahli Sunnah
Wal Jamaah: Kuala Lumpur: Penerbitan al-Hidayah. [BP166.78. P46 1995]
4. Paizah Haji Ismail (1991), Undang-undang Jenayah Islam, Kuala Lumpur: Dewan
Pustaka Islam, Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia. [BP144. P35 1991]
5. Mustafa Haji Daud (1989), Institusi Kekeluargaan Islam, Kuala Lumpur: Dewan
Pustaka dan Bahasa. [BP188.3. F3.M87 1989]

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UWA10202 Moral Studies

Synopsis
This course explains on concepts of moral, aspects of moral and its importance in
daily lives, Western moral theories and moral values of great religions of the world,
moral values in work and current moral issues.

References
1. Ahmad Khamis. (1999). Etika Untuk Institusi Pengajian Tinggi. Kuala Lumpur:
Kumpulan Budiman. [LC315.M3 .A35 1999].
2. Eow Boon Hin. (2002). Moral Education. Longman. [LC268 .E48 2008].
3. Hussain Othman, S.M. Dawilah Al-Edrus, Berhannudin M. Salleh & Abdullah
Sulaiman. (2009). PBL Untuk Pembangunan Komuniti Lestari.Batu Pahat:
Penerbit UTHM. [LB 1027.42 P76 2009a].
4. Hussain Othman. (2009). Wacana Asasi Agama dan Sains. Batu Pahat: Penerbit
UTHM. [BL 240.3 H87 2009ª].
5. Mohd Nasir Omar. (2010). Falsafah Akhlak, Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan
Malaysia, Bangi. [BJ1291 .M524 2010].

UWB10102 Academic English

Synopsis
Academic English focuses on fulfilling students’ academic requirements such as the
acquisition of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in English. The course also
provides opportunities for students to acquire note taking and study skills. Students
will be reinforced on aspects of English language oral and written skills that are most
relevant to them in their academic work. By the end of the course, students should be
able to use English for wide range of academic activities.

References
1. Koh, Soo Ling (2005). MUET Moments: Malaysia University English Test. Petaling
Jaya: Pearson. No. panggilan: PE1128.K63 2005.
2. Swan, Michael & Walter, Catherine (2004). How English Works: A Grammar
Practice Book. Oxford: Oxford University Press. No. panggilan: PE1128.S92
2004.
3. Richards, Cynthia (2002). Panduan dan Praktis MUET: Malaysian University
English Test. Petaling Jaya: Longman. No. panggilan: PE1128.P26 2002.
4. Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (2002). Koleksi Kertas Soalan MUET (800)
December 2001. Petaling Jaya: Pearson Education Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. No.
panggilan: PE1128.K643 2002.
5. Pfeiffer, William S. (2000). Technical Writing: A Practical Approach. New Jersey:
Prentice-Hall. No. panggilan: PE1475.P47 2000.

UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum I

Synopsis
The course offer various form of activities for student of Bachelor Degree and
Diploma. Eight fields of activities offer are Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Sports,
Community Services, Volunteership, Leadership, Culture and Innovation.

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UWB 10402 Technical Communication I
Prerequisite: UWB 10102Academic English

Synopsis
This course introduces students to what technical communication comprises of. At this
level, students will learn different types of technical documents such as technical
definition and description; and also different types of reports which include
informational and analytical reports. Students will also go through the basic skills of
writing process in producing those documents such as analyzing audience, collecting
data, and organizing information. In addition, grammar, usage, and mechanics of the
reports are emphasized throughout to ensure that students produce good quality
documents. Finally, students will also have on-going oral presentations in either small-
groups or to the whole class.

References
1. Richard Johnson-Sheehan (2005). Technical Communication Today. New
York:Pearson. TK5105.S26
2. Cheesebro.T, O’Connor, L. & Rios, F. (2007). Communication skills: preparing for
career success (3rd ed.) Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. HF5718.C53
3. Ahmad. S, Kadir Shahar. H (2010). Technical Communication 1. Batu Pahat.
Penerbit UTHM.
4. Kadir Shahar. H, Sukiman. SL, Murtadza. SF (2012). Technical Communication
1. Batu Pahat. Penerbit UTHM.

DAS 10103 Algebra

Synopsis
Real Number: Set for real numbers. Exponent, logarithm and radical. Polynomial:
Quadratics equation. Inequalities and absolute value. Partial Fraction. Numerical
methods solving non-linear equations: bisection and secant methods. Sequence and
Series:Sequence. Arithmetic and geometric series and binomial expansion.
Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios of any angles and trigonometric equation.
Matrices: Arithmetic operations. Row operations. System of linear equations: inverse
matrices, Gauss Jordan elimination and numerical solution: Gauss-Seidel method.
Vector: Dot and cross product. Line and plane equation inR . Complex Number:
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Arithmetic operations. Polar form. Euler form. De Moivre theorem.

References
1. Nafisah@Kamariah Md. Kamaruddin el. al. (2010). Algebra (DAS10103). Centre
for Science Studies, UTHM Publisher.
2. Abd. Wahid Md Raji et al. (2000). Matematik Asas, Jilid I&II. Jabatan Matematik,
Fakulti Sains, UTM.
3. James, S. (2002). Precalculus mathematics for calculus. Belmont, CA :
Brooks/Cole. QA39.3 .S73 2002
4. Howard Anton. (1994) Elementary Linear Algebra. New York. Wiley. QA184 .A57
1994
5. Glyn James. (2001). Modern Engineering Mathematics. England. Prentice Hall.
TA330 .J352 2001

DAS 14103 Physics I

Synopsis
Measurement and Unit: Measurement, base quantity, derived quantity, unit and
dimension, definition of standard, scientific notation, order of magnitude estimation,
conversion of unit, significant figures in addition, subtraction, multiplication and
division. Vector: Introduction to vector, addition and resultant of vector, resolving
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vector. Linear and Rotational Kinematics: Concept of position, distance, displacement,
speed, velocity and acceleration, distance-time graph and velocity-time graph, linear
motion with constant velocity, linear motion with constant acceleration, free fall motion,
projectile motion. Rotational Motion: Angular displacement, angular velocity, angular
acceleration and rotational motion equation with constant angular acceleration.
Particle Dynamics: Newton’s First Law and Inertia, Newton’s Second Law and concept
of mass, weight and momentum. Newton’s Third Law and normal force and reaction,
resultant of forces acted on a body, free-body diagrams, and dynamics of motion of
body on horizontal, incline and vertical plane, centripetal force. Work, Power and
Energy: Principal of work-energy and principal of conservation of energy, linear
momentum and impulse. Simple Harmonic Motion: Restoring force, definition and
equation of SHM (displacement, velocity and acceleration), examples of SHM, simple
pendulum and spring-mass system, energy of SHM, concept of free oscillations,
damped oscillations, forced oscillations and resonance.
References
1. Giambattista, A., Richardson, B. M., Richardson, R. C. (2007). College Physics
2nd Ed. New York: Mc Graw Hill. QC21.3 .G52 2007
2. Serway, R. A., Faughn, J. S., Moses, C. J. (2006). College Physics. 6th Ed. USA:
Pacific Grove, CA: Thomson Learning. QC21.3 .S47 2006 v.2
3. Bueche, F. J., Hecht, E., Hademenos, G. J. (2000). College Physics: based
onSchaum's Outline of college physics. New York: McGraw-Hill. QC31 .C64 2000
4. Urone, P. P. (2001). College Physics. 2nd Ed. USA: Pacific Grove, CA:
Brooks/Cole. QC23 .U76 2001.
5. Kramer, L. (2007). College Physics. 8th ed. San Francisco, CA : Pearson.
QC23.2 .K72 2007

DAY 10102 Occupational Safety and Health

Synopsis
This course introduces students to knowledge and skills in occupational safety and
health in workplace. Scope of study includes Health, Safety and Environment
Managements: introduction to OSH, OSHA 1994 (Act 514), FMA 1967, EQA 1974,
occupational safety and health management system, safety, health and environment
culture; Risk Management and Assessment: introduction to risk management, risk
assessment techniques, HIRARC; Physical Injury & Controls: introduction to physical
injury, construction work, electrical work, mechanical work, chemical work; Health
Hazards: introduction to health hazards & hygiene, chemical hazards, physical
hazards, biological hazards, hygiene; Accident Investigation & Reporting: introduction,
accident investigation, investigations and causes of incident, incident analysis and
data collection method.
References
1. MDC Publishers (2001). Occupational Safety and Health Act and Regulations.
Malaysia: MDC Publishers Printer Sdn. Bhd. (KPG1390.M34 2001 rw N2)
2. MDC Publishers (2001). Factories and Machinery Act & Regulations. Malaysia:
MDC Publishers Printer Sdn. Bhd. (KPG1390.A31967 .A4 2001 rw N1)
3. Ismail Bahari (2006). Pengurusan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan Pekerjaan. Edisi
ke-2. Malaysia: McGraw Hill Education. (T55.I85 2006)
4. Davies, V. J. and Tomasin K. (2006). Construction Safety Handbook. 2nd ed.
London: Thomas Telford. (TH443.R43 2006)
5. Anton, Thomas J. (2009). Occupational Safety and Health Management. New
York: McGraw-Hill.

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DAC 10303 Statics and Dynamics

Synopsis
Introduction to statics, force and state of equilibrium, moment and couple, equilibrium
of rigid body, centroid, moment of inertia, introduction to dynamics, kinematic of
particle and projectile.

References
1. Beer, Ferdinand P. (2013). Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics and
Dynamics. USA: McGraw-Hill. (TA350.V42 2013)
2. Costanzo, Francesco (2013). Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics.
USA: McGraw-Hill. (TA350.C67 2013)
3. Hibbeler, R.C. (2007). Engineering Mechanics: Statics And Dynamics, 11
th

Edition. USA: Pearson. (TA350.H52 2007)

4. Hibbeler, R.C. (2014). Mechanics of Materials. USA: Pearson. (TA405.H54 2014)
5. Walker, Keith M. (2008). Applied Mechanics for Engineering Technology, 8
th

Edition. USA: Pearson. (TA350.W34 2008)

DAC 10402 Civil Engineering Material

Synopsis
Cement, aggregates, concrete, brick and brickworks, timber, steel, other construction
materials and project.

References
1. Achmad Fauzi A. Wahab (2011). Civil Engineering Materials. Pahang: Penerbit
Universiti Malaysia Pahang. (TA403.A23 2011)
2. Day, Ken W. (2006). Concrete Mix Design, Quality Control and Specification 3rd
Edition. London: Taylor & Francis. (TA439.D39 2006)
3. Hegger (2006). Construction Materials Manual. Switzerland: Birkhäuser.
(TA402.5.G3.C66 2006)
4. Hegger, Manfred (2007). Basic Materials. Switzerland: Birkhäuser. (TA403.H43
2007)
5. Marotta, Theodore W. (2005). Basic Construction Materials, 7th Edition. USA:
Prentice Hall. (TA403.M37 2005)

DAC 20902 Hydrology

Synopsis
Basic concept of hydrology: Introduction to hydrology and its application in civil
engineering; Hydrologic cycle and water balance equation; Meteorological
data.Precipitations: Rainfall intensity calculation; Analysis of precipitation data.
Evaporation and transpiration: Meteorological factors; Transpiration process; Methods
of estimating evaporate-transpiration; Infiltration and seepage; Infiltration potentials of
soil; Factors influencing infiltration rate; Infiltration Indexes. Surface run-off: Discharge
measurement of river; Run-off estimation; The influence of catchment characteristics
upon surface run-off. Analysis of hydrograph: Introduction to surface run-off
components; Concept of unit hydrograph and its derivations. Groundwater: Basic
principles of groundwater flow; One dimensional steady flow of groundwater; Hydraulic
of well; Pumping test; Augmentation well; Frequency Analysis of flood: Gumbel
Theory.

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References
1. R.H. McCuen (2005). Hydrologic Analysis and Design. USA: Prentice Hall.
(TC145 .M38 2005)
2. W. Brutsaert (2005). Hydrology: An introduction. Cambridge, England:
Cambridge University Press. (GB661.2 .B78 2005)
3. Mays, Larry W. (2013). Ground and Surface Water Hydrology. USA: Wiley.
(GB661.2 .M39 2012)
4. Ayob K., Zulkifli Y., Kawi B. (2007). Hidrologi Asas. USA: Pearson Prentice Hall.

UQ* 1***1 Co-Curriculum II

Synopsis
The course offer various form of activities for student of Bachelor Degree and
Diploma. Eight fields of activities offer are Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Sports,
Community Services, Volunteership, Leadership, Culture and Innovation.

UWA 10502 Theology and Science

Synopsis
This course focuses on the concept of two basic things which are holding religious
beliefs and looking at different views in science. As a result of this, the existence of
the relationships between them can be distinguished through discussions based on
the holistic concept of knowledge.

References
1. Ghazali Darussalam, 2001, Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia, Kuala Lumpur:
Utusan Publication. DS36.86 .G52 2001 N1
2. Harun Din, 2003, Manusia dan Islam, Kuala Lumpur: Dewan bahasa dan Pustaka
BP166.7 .H37 2003
3. Hussain Othman, Akidah ketuhanan dan Sains, 2007, Batu Pahat : Penerbit
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia BP166.2 .H87 2007
4. Maurice Bucaille, 2006, The Bible, The Quran and Science: The HolyScriptures
examined in the light of modern knowledge, Gombak: A.S Noordeen BP190.5.S3
.B834 2006
5. Mir Aneesuddin, 2000, terj: Fatwa al-Quran Tentang Alam Semesta, cet.1,
Jakarta:Serambi BP134.N3 .A53 2000
6. Mohammed Ali Albar, 1993, terj: Rusli Haji Nordin, cet. 2, Perkembangan Manusia
Menurut al-Quran, Kuala Lumpur: Crescent News KL, Sdn. Bhd BP190.5 .A53
1992 N1
7. Sulaiman Nordin (et. al.), 1995, Sains Menurut Perspektif Islam, Kuala Lumpur:
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka BP134.S3 .S34 1995
8. Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas, 1981, Islam dan Sekularisme, Bandung:
Pustaka BP161.2 .A42 1981

UWB1**02 Foreign Language

Synopsis
This course is designed for students to learn the basic Foreign language. Students are
exposed to the skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing with basic vocabulary,
grammar and structure. Students are also exposed to the real daily situations which
will help them to communicate using Foreign language .

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References
1. Booth, Trudie Maria, 2008. French Verbs Tenses. Mc Graw-Hill. Call no. : P 2271,
U66 2008.
2. Lim Hong Swan, Yeoh Li Cheng, 2010. Mandarin Made Easy Through English.
Batu Pahat: Penerbit UTHM. PL1129.E5 .L554 2009
3. Mohd Hisyam Abdul Rahim; Ahmad Sharifuddin Mustapha; Mohd Zain Mubarak.
2008. Bahasa Arab UMR 1312. Batu Pahat: Penerbit UTHM. PJ6115 .M445 2008
4. Surie Network, (2000) : Minna no Nihongo : Kaite Oboeru, Tokyo : 3A
Corporation. PL539.3 M56 2000
5. Gabriele Kopp, Siegfried Büttner, 2004. Planet 1: Deutsch für Jugendliche:
Kursbuch. Ismaning: Germany: Hueber Verlag. PF3129. K664 2004
6. Nurul Sabrina Zan, (2010). Hola! Hablo españolFirst Edition Batu Pahat: Penerbit
UTHM. PC4445 .N72 2010
7. Yrama, Widya (2008). Cara belajar membaca dan menulis huruf jawa, jilid
1 . Yrama Widya. Publication info:, 2008 131738.1

UWB 20502 Technical Communication II

Prerequisite: UWB 10402 Technical Communication I

Synopsis
This course emphasises on task- based learning approach and focuses on developing
students’ delivery of speech in oral interactions and presentations. Importance is given
on mastery of self-directed learning, team-work, research, oral presentations,
reasoning and creativity. This course also enables students to acquire knowledge and
skills necessary for conducting and participating in meetings, including writing of
meeting documents. Students will also be exposed to the techniques of writing job
application letters, resumes and conducting job interviews.

References
1. Brantley, Clarice Pennebaker (2005). Effective Communication for Colleges
(10 ed.) Ohio: Thomson Learning. HF5718.B72 2005
th

2. Cheesebro,T, O’Connor, L. & Rios, F. (2007). Communication skills: Preparing

for Career Success (3rd ed.) Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. HF5718.C53
2007
3. Gurak, L. J. & Lannon, J. M. (2010). Strategies for Technical Communication in
the Workplace. New York: Longman Publishing Group. HF5718.G87 2010
4. Hanim Kamarudin, Mohammad Talha Mohamed Idris, Zulida Abdul Kadir, Noor
Shahariah Saleh, & Norashikin Abdul Hamid (2012). Technical Communication
II: Teching Modul UWB20502. Batu Pahat: Penerbit UTHM.
5. Mohammad Talha Mohamed Idris & Zulida Kadir (2009). Technical
Communication II: Teaching Modul UMB 1122. Batu Pahat: UTHM.
6. Zulida Abdul Kadir (2006). Technical Communication II: Teaching Modul UMB
1122. Batu Pahat: UTHM. T11.Z84 2006

DAS 10203 Engineering Matematics I

Synopsis
Function: Relation and function, graph, algebra function, piecewise function,
trigonometry, exponent, logarithm, hyperbolic and its inverse. Limits: Limit of functions.
One-sided limits. Limits at infinity. Continuity. Differentiation: Techniques of
differentiation: Sum and differences rule, product rule, quotient rule. Chain rule.
Differentiation of exponent functions, logarithm functions, implicit functions, parametric
equations, inverse trigonometric functions and higher derivatives. Application of
differentiation: Rates of change. Maximum and minimum problem, graph sketching. L’
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Hôpital’s Rule. Integration: Integration as inverse of differentiation. Integration of
standard functions. Definite integrals. Techniques of integration: by substitution, by
parts, by partial fraction, by table method. Numerical methods: Simpson’s rule and
Trapezium rule. Improper integrals: Integrals at infinity. Application of integration: Area
of a region. Volumes by cylindrical shells. Arc length and surface area.

References
1. Abd Wahid Md Raji (et al.). (2006). Calculus, UTM & PP Sains.
2. Anton, Bivens, I., Davis, S. Calculus. (7th ed). (2002). John Wiley & Sons,Inc,
USA.
QA303 .A57 2002.
3. Douglas C. Montgomery, George C. Runger & Norma Faris Hubele. (2004)
Engineering Statistics. John Wiley. QA276.12 .M66 2004
4. James, Glyn. Modern Engineering Mathematics third edition. (2001). Prentice
Hall, Essex. TA330 .J352 2001
5. Thomas, G. B., Finney, R.L. and Weir, M.D. (1996). Thomas’ Calculus and
analytic geometry 9 Edition, Addison Wesley Publishing, Boston. QA303 .T46
th

1996

DAS 14203 Physic II

Prerequisite: DAS14103 Physic I

Synopsis
Elasticity of Material: Stress and strain, Hooke’s Law, Young’s Modulus, Stress-strain
diagram, shear modulus, bulk modulus, Poisson ratio. Hidrostatic: Pressure, density,
Pascal principle, Archimedes principle, bouyancy. Heat and Temperature: Definitions
of heat and temperature, thermal equilibrium, temperature scales, Heat: Heat capacity
and specific heat, latent heat of fusion, latent heat of vaporization, calorimetry
principles. Heat Transfer: Conduction and convection. Thermal Properties of Matter:
Linear expansion, area expansion and volume expansion. Liquid Expansion: Apparent
and absolute expansion. Mechanical Wave: Wave Definition, characteristics and types
of mechanical wave, general equation of progressive wave, superposition principle,
standing wave, stretched string, air column in open and closed pipes, wave velocity in
mediums. Sound Wave: Sound intensity, sound level, Doppler’s effect.
Electromagnetic Wave: Lights as an electromagnetic wave, intensity and density of
energy. Lighting: Candela, lumens. Interference: Conditions for interference,
conditions for constructive and destructive interference, Young’s double-slit
interference. Diffraction: Fraunhofer diffraction (single slit). Polarization: Polarization
method and Malus’s Law. Geometrical Optics: Reflection of Light: Reflection Law,
formation of image by plane mirror. Refraction of Light: Snell’s Law, characteristics of
spherical lens (Concave and Convex), formation of image by plane and spherical
surface, magnification of image by spherical lens.

References
1. Giambattista, A., Richardson, B. M., Richardson, R. C. (2007). College Physics
2 Ed. New York: Mc Graw Hill. QC21.3 .G52 2007
nd

2. Serway, R. A., Faughn, J. S., Moses, C. J. (2006). College Physics. 6 Ed. USA:
th

Pacific Grove, CA: Thomson Learning. QC21.3 .S47 2006 v.2

3. Bueche, F. J., Hecht, E., Hademenos, G. J. (2000). College Physics: based on
Schaum's Outline of college physics. New York: McGraw-Hill. QC31 .C64 2000
4. Urone, P. P. (2001). College Physics. 2 Ed. USA: Pacific Grove, CA:
nd

Brooks/Cole. QC23 .U76 2001.

5. Kramer, L. (2007). College Physics. 8 ed. San Francisco, CA : Pearson. QC23.2
th

.K72 2007

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DAS 12203 Chemistry

Synopsis
This course introduces students to chemistry knowledge required in engineering and
technology fields. The topics discussed include : Atomic and Mole Concept: Matter
and states of matter (element, pure compound, mixture). Definition and naming of
atoms, molecules and ions. Atomic, molecular and molar mass. Chemical equation
and stoichiometry. Solution concentration and volumetric analysis. Electronic
Structure of the Atom: Bohr’s Atomic Theory. Quantum numbers and electron
configuration. Periodic Table of the Elements: Classification and periodic properties.
Chemical Bonding: Lewis structure. Ionic and covalent bond. Intermolecular forces.
Gas Laws: Particles in gas. Gas laws. Thermochemistry: Enthalpy and enthalpy
change. Hess’s Law. Chemical Kinetics: Rate of reaction and rate law. Effect of
temperature, concentration, pressure and catalyst on reaction rate. Chemical
Equilibrium: Reversible reaction. Equilibrium constant. Le Chatelier’s Principle. Acid-
Base: Definition. Strong and weak acids and bases. pH and pOH. Electrochemistry:
Redox reaction. Electrochemical cell. Nernst equation. Faraday’s Law. Chemical
Experiments: Experiments on selected topics.

References:
1. Teaching and Learning Module, Chemistry DAS 12102 / 12203
2. Raymond Chang. 2010. Chemistry 10 . Edition. Burr Ridge, IL, McGraw-Hill.
th

QD31.3 .C42 2010

3. John McMurry dan Robert C. Fay. 2008. Chemistry 5 Edition. Upper Saddle
th.

River, NJ, Pearson. QD33 .M68 2008

4. Martin S. Silberberg. 2012. Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter and
Change, 6 Edition. New York, McGraw Hill. QD33.2 .S54 2012
th

5. Moore, John W. Stanitski, Conrad L. Jurs, Peter C. 2008. Chemistry The

Molecular Science, 3 Edition. Belmont, CA, Thomson .QD33.2 .M66 2008
rd.

DAC 10103 Engineering Drawing

Synopsis
This course introduces technical drawing skills and apply the acquired knowledge
and understanding in carrying out civil and structural engineering detail drawings as
well as an initial technical drawing compentency prior to using computer assisted
drawing. Topic include Introduction to Engineering Drawing are Introduction to
Engineering Drawing, Basic Geometrical Construction; Orthographic Projection;
Pictorial Projection, Computer Aided Design; Using CAD in Civil Engineering
Drawing.

References
1. Adanan Othman (2011). Learning Module: DAC 10103 Engineering Drawing,
1st Edition. Batu Pahat, Johor: Penerbit UTHM. (T353.A26.2011a)
2. David A, Madsen and Terence M. Shumaker (2010), Civil Drafting Techology,
4 Edition. New Jersey: Prentice Hall. (T353.M324 2010)
rd

3. Grabowski. Ralph (2009). Using AutoCAD 2009. New York: Delmar Learning.
(T385.G76 2009)
4. Mark W. Huth and Walter Wells (2005). Understanding Construction Drawings,
4 Edition.London: Delmar Thomson Learning. (T355.H87 2005)
rd

5. British Standard Institution (1972). BS 308: Part 2: 1972 Engineering Drawing

Practice Part 2: Dimensioning and Tolerance of Size. London: British Standard
Institution. (BS 308: Part 2 1972)

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DAS 20403 Engineering Mathematics II

Synopsis
First Order Linear Differential Equations: Separable, homogeneous, linear and exact.
Application of first order differential equations :Population, Newton’s Law Cooling.
Second Order Linear Differential Equations: Undetermined coefficients. Variation of
parameters. Laplace Transforms: Definition. Properties: linearity, first shift, and multiply
with tn. Inverse Laplace Transforms: Definition and properties. Convolution theorem.
Initial and boundary value problems.

References:
1. Abd Wahid Md Raji (et al.). (2006). Calculus, UTM & PP Sains.
2. Anton, Bivens, I., Davis, S. Calculus. (7th ed). (2002). John Wiley & Sons,Inc,
USA.QA303 .A57 2002.
3. Douglas C. Montgomery, George C. Runger & Norma Faris Hubele. (2004)
Engineering Statistics. John Wiley. QA276.12 .M66 2004
4. James, Glyn. Modern Engineering Mathematics third edition. (2001). Prentice
Hall, Essex. TA330 .J352 2001
5. Thomas, G. B., Finney, R.L. and Weir, M.D. (1996). Thomas’ Calculus and
analytic geometry 9 Edition, Addison Wesley Publishing, Boston. QA303 .T46
th

1996

DAC 20202 Computer Programming

Synopsis
This course is intended to provide a study of programming concept through the use
of a high level programming language such as C. Students will learn to design, code,
debug, test and document well structured programs based on technical and
engineering problems. Topics covered; Software Development Method, programming
language basics, data types , input and output operations, the use of arrays, string,
pointers and structures, file processing handling and advance applications.

References
1. A. Chandra Babu, T. Joshva Devadas (2009). Programming with C++. Oxford:
Alpha Science (QA76.73.C153 .B32 2009)
2. Deitel & Deitel (2010). C, How to Program, 6th Edition. USA: Pearson
Education, Inc. (QA76.73.C15 .D45 2010)
3. Syamsul Halim Bin Wahab (2009). Asas Pengaturcaraan C Bagi Beginner.
USA: Venton Publishing (QA76.73.C15 .S92 2009)

DAC 20503 Geomatic Engineering

Synopsis
This course is an introduction to the science of survey: the definitions and basics of
measurements, the measurement of distances and angles, working methods and
procedures and data count. The survey of horizontal control that includes survey
traverse, work methods, and data count. The survey of levels consist of sub topics
vertical control surveying, heights datum and mean sea level, equipments and
methods of leveling and contour lines survey. The field of particle survey includes
tachometry, the basic of survey and work operation. The calculation of areas and
volumes.

References
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1. Abd. Shukor Sarif & Masiri Kaamin (2006). Modul Kejuruteraan Geomatik I & II.
Johor: Penerbit UTHM. (TA549 .M37 2006)
2. Ghilani, Charles D. (2008). Elementary Surveying: An Introduction to
Geomatics. USA: Prentice Hall. (TA545 .G44 2008)
3. Kavanagh, Barry F. (2009). Surveying: Principles and Applications,8 Edition.
th

USA: Pearson/Prentice Hall. (TA545 .K37 2009)

4. Kavanagh, Barry F. (2010). Surveying withconstruction applications, 7 Edition.
th

USA: Prentice Hall. (TA625 .K38 2010)

5. Watson, Paul (2008). Surveying and Engineering: Principles and Practice. USA:
Blackwell. (TH438 .S97 2008)

DAC 20703 Mechanics of Material

Prerequisite:DAC 10303 Statics and Dynamics

Synopsis
Introduction to the mechanics of material, stress and strain with the use of Hooke’s
law, Poisson’s ratio, Mohr’s circle. Calculation on shear force and bending moment
on beam and sketching the shear force and bending moment diagram. Moment,
deflection and torsion for beam and the use of Euler’s theory for member in
compression with various end conditions.

References
1. Hibbeler R.C. (2014). Mechanics of Materials, 9th Edition. USA: Prentice Hall.
(TA405 .H54 2014)
2. Beer, Ferdinand P. (2009). Mechanics of Materials. USA: McGraw-Hill. (TA405
.M45 2009)
3. Gere, James M. (2013). Mechanics of Materials, 8th Edition ; Canada: Cengage
Learning. (TA405 .G47 2013)
4. De Silva, Clarence W. (2014). Mechanics of Materials. USA: CRC Press.
(TA404.8 .D74 2014)

DAC 21003 Hydraulic

Synopsis
Introduction to Hydraulics, Concept of Fluid Pressure and its Measurements,
Concept of Hydrostatic Force and its Application, Concept Fluid Flow, Bernoulli
Theorem, Flow in Pipes, Orifice Flow, Flow in Weirs and Notches , Uniform Flow in
Open Channels.

References
1. Cengel, Y. A. and Cimbala, J. M. (2006). Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and
Applications. USA: McGraw Hill. (TA357 .C46 2006)
2. White, Frank M. (2011). Fluid mechanics, 7 Editions. USA: McGraw Hill.
th

(TA357 .W44 2011)

3. Kundu, Pijush K. Cohen, Ira M. Dowling, David R. (2012). Fluid Mechanics; 5
th

Editions. USA: Academic Press. (QA901 .K86 2012)

4. Crowe, C. T. Elger, D. F. Roberson, John A. (2014). Engineering Fluid
Mechanics; 10 Editions. USA: John Wiley. (TA357 .E53 2014)
th

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DPK 20103 Business and Entrepreneurship

Synopsis
This course gives students exposure of business and entrepreneurship knowledge. It
will go through the business and economy environment, forms of rules and business
support facilities, entrepreneurship, identifying method, studying and choosing
business opportunities, business plan and small and medium sized business
management, marketing plan, operational plan, financial plan and current issued in
entrepreneurship.

References
1. UiTM Entrepreneurship Study Group (2011). Engineering Entrepreneurship.
Malaysia: Prentice Hall Pearson Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
2. TM Entrepreneurship Study Group (2004). Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship.
Malaysia: Prentice Hall Pearson Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
3. Rosli Mahmood (2010). Prinsip-prinsip Keusahawanan. USA: Cernage Learning
Asia Pte Ltd.
4. Norman M. Scarborough (2011). Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small
Business Management, Sixth Edition. USA: Pearson.

DAS 20502 Statistics

Synopsis
The course covers topics such as an introduction to statistics and probability statistics.
In the introduction topic, students are introduced to the measure of central tendency,
mean, median and mode while the measure of dispersion such as range, variance and
standard deviation. The topic of probability contains independent event, conditional
probability and Bayes theorem. Next, the course involves discrete and continuous
variables, probability distribution functions and cumulative distribution function and
also expectation and variance. Three new probability distributions introduced are
Binomial, Poisson and normal distribution, and the approximation for; Binomial
distribution to Poisson and normal approximation. Next, students learn the sampling
distribution and estimation for single mean and the difference between the two mean.
At the end of this course, students learn hypothesis testing for the mean and the
difference between the two mean. And simple linear regression with graphical
methods, method of least squares, the coefficients of determination and correlation
coefficient.

References
1. Nafisah@Kamariah Md. Kamaruddin el. al. (2010). DAS 20502 Statistics. Pusat
Pengajian Diploma, UTHM Publisher.
2. Wadpole – Mayer (2007). Probability And Statistics For Engineers And Scientists.
Prentice Hall. TA340 .W35 2007
3. Douglas C. Montgomery & George C. Runger (2011). Applied Statistics and
Probability for Engineers. John Wiley. QA276.12 .M664 2011
4. Allan G.Bluman (2007) Elementary Statistics, A step by Step Approach. MacGraw
Hill International Edition. QA276.12 .B58 2007
5. Douglas C. Montgomery, George C. Runger & Norma Faris Hubele. (2004)
Engineering Statistics. John Wiley. QA276.12 .M66 2004

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DAC 20603 Highway and Traffic Engineering
Prerequisite: DAC 10402 Civil Engineering Material

Synopsis
Management of Road and Traffic Systems, Material for Road, Pavement, and Road
Pavement, Road Geometry, Drainage System and Maintenance of Roads, Traffic
Flow and Capacity, and Traffic Control Systems Traffic Management.

References
1. Garber N.J, Hoel L.A. (2009). Traffic and Highway Engineering, (4th Edition).
USA: Cengage Learning. (TE145.G37 2009)
2. Currin, Thomas R. (2013). Introduction to Traffic Engineering: A Manual for Data
Collection and Analysis. USA: Cengage Learning. (HE333 .C87 2013)
3. Mannering, Fred L. (2009). Principles of Highway Engineering and Traffic
Analysis. USA: John Wiley. (TE145 .M36 2009)
4. Salter R.J., Hounsell N.B (2006). Highway Traffic Analysis and Design. USA:
Palgrave.(TE147 .M54)
5. P. Roess, S. Prassas, R. McShane (2005). Traffic Engineering.
USA:Pearson/Prentice Hall. (TE147.M54)

DAC 20801 Materials and Structure Laboratory

Prerequisite:DAC 10402 Civil Engineering Material and DAC 20703 Mechanics of
Material

Synopsis
Concrete Material: Sieve analysis test for coarse aggregate and sand, cement
fineness test, standard consistency of cement paste test, workability test, hardened
concrete strength test, non-destructive test and concrete design mix. Mechanics of
Material: Shear force and bending moment, deflection, axial force in truss and stability
of columns experiments. Structural Analysis: Determinate truss, indeterminate truss
and space frame experiments.

References
1. Garber N.J, Hoel L.A. (2009). Traffic and Highway Engineering, (4th Edition).
USA: Cengage Learning. (TE145.G37 2009)
2. Currin, Thomas R. (2013). Introduction to Traffic Engineering: A Manual for Data
Collection and Analysis. USA: Cengage Learning. (HE333 .C87 2013)
3. Mannering, Fred L. (2009). Principles of Highway Engineering and Traffic
Analysis. USA: John Wiley. (TE145 .M36 2009)
4. Salter R.J., Hounsell N.B (2006). Highway Traffic Analysis and Design. USA:
Palgrave. (TE147 .M54)
5. P. Roess, S. Prassas, R. McShane (2005). Traffic Engineering.
USA:Pearson/Prentice Hall. (TE147.M54)

DAC 21103 Geotechnical Engineering

Synopsis
Soil formation and classification: Soil investigation practice; Water in soil;
Consolidation and shear strength of soil; Stress distribution and bearing capacity in
soil; Lateral earth pressure; Stability of slope.

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References
1. Amir Khan Suwandi, Mohd Nazri Mohidin & Zaihasra Abu Talip (2007). Modul
Kejuruteraan Geoteknik, Batu Pahat, Johor: Penerbit UTHM. (TA705.4.M3 .A44
2007)
2. Cheng Liu & Jack B. Evett (2008). Soils and Foundations. USA: Prentice Hall.
(TA710 .L58 2008).
3. Braja, M. D. (2010). Principle of Geotechnical Engineering. USA: McGraw Hill.
(TA710 .D37 2010).
4. Braja, M. D. (2011). Principle of Foundation Engineering. USA: McGraw Hill.
(TA775 .D37 2011)
5. Rodrigo Salgado (2008). The Engineering of foundations. USA: McGraw Hill.
(TA775 .S34 2008)

DAC 31302 Environmental Engineering

Synopsis
This course introduces students to basic concept of environmental engineering:
Impact of human activities upon the environment and Environmental Quality Act(EQA,
1974)Malaysia. Water quality: Water characteristic, criteria, standards and methods of
analysis.Natural purification process of water. Water supply: Water sources, methods
of purification and distribution system. Wastewater: Source and characteristics and
treatment methods.Introduction to solid waste management: Characterstics and types
of solid waste, sources and solid waste management. Introduction to hazardous
waste. Introduction to noise and air pollution. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA
and EMP).

References
1. Mackenzie Leo Davis, David A. Cornwell (2013). Introduction to Environmental
Engineering. USA: McGraw Hill.( TD145 .D384 2013)
2. Franzle, Stefan (2012). Introduction to Environmental Engineering. USA: John
Wiley. (TD145 .F72 2012)
3. Mackenzie L. Davis, Susan J. Masten (2009). Principles of Environmental
Engineering and Science. USA: McGraw Hill. (TD145 .D38 2009)
4. Eugene R. Weiner (2013). Applications of Environmental Aquatic Chemistry: A
Practical Guide. USA: CRC Press. (TD193 .W45 2013)

DAC 31401 Environmental Engineering and Hydraulic Laboratory

Prerequisite:DAC 21003Hydraulic and DAC 31302 Environmental Engineering

Synopsis
Environmental Engineering Experiments: biochemical oxygen demand (BOD),
suspended solids, jar test, the number of bacteria test, pH, conductivity, turbidity and
dissolved oxygen.Hydraulic experiments: jet crash test, Bernoulli's theorem test, fluid
friction in pipe test and flow through the chipped test.

References
1. Chadwick, Andrew (2013). Hydraulics in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
USA: Taylor & Francis. (TC160 .C42 2013)
2. Davis, Mackenzie L., Masten, Susan J. (2009); Principles of environmental
engineering and science, 2 Editions. USA: McGraw-Hill. ( TD145 .D38 2009)
nd

3. Chaudhry, M. Hanif (2008). Open-Channel Flow, 2 Edition. USA: Springer.

nd

(TC175 .C43 2008)

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DAC 31502 Structural Analysis
Prerequisite:DAC 20703Mechanics of Material
Synopsis
Structural Analysis: Introduction to structure, determinate plane truss, deformation of
determinate truss, indeterminate truss, determinate space frame, analysis of
indeterminate beam and rigid frame and plastic analysis.
References
1. Hibbeler, R.C. (2012). Structural Analysis, 8 Edition. USA: Prentice Hall. (TA645
th

.H52 2012)
2. Aslam Kassimali (2014). Structural Analysis, 15 Edition. USA: Cengage
th

Learning. (TA645 .K37 2014)

3. Chia-Ming Uang and Anne Gilbert (2008). Fundamentals of Structural Analysis.
USA: McGraw Hill Higher Education. (TA645 .L34 2008)
4. Williams, Alan (2009). Structural Analysis: In Theory and Practice. USA:
Butterworth-Heinemann. (TA645 .W55 2009)
5. Megson, Thomas Henry Gordon (2014). Structural and Stress Analysis; USA:
Butterworth-Heineman. (TA645 .M43 2014)

DAC 31802 Contract and Estimation

Synopsis
Contract rules and procedure: General contract principles, formation of contract,
parties’ involved and standard contract for civil engineering and building. Contract
document: Types and purpose, instruction to tenderer, specifications, tender forms,
conditions of contract, list of quantity, technical drawings and letter of acceptance.
Civil engineering contract: Main elements, types and processes. Contract conditions:
Standard conditions of contract, variation order, addition and omission, measurement,
evaluation and progress payment, delay and extension of time. Estimation: Cost
elements and build up rate, methods of preparing an estimate and taking off quantity.
References
1. Murdoch, John (2008). Construction Contracts: Law and Management, 4
th

Edition. London, UK: Taylor & Francis.(KD1641 .M87 2008)

2. Pratt, David J. (2006). Estimating for Residential Construction. USA: Thomson
Delmar Learning. (TH4815.8 .P72 2006)
3. Pratt, David J. (2011). Fundamentals of Construction Estimating, 3 Edition.
rd

USA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. (TH435 .P72 2011)

4. Brook, Martin (2008). Estimating and Tendering for Construction Work. USA:
Elsevier. (TH435 .B76 2008)
5. Dagostino, Frank R. (2011). Estimating in Building Construction, 7 Edition. USA:
th

Pearson Prentice Hall. (TH435 .D33 2011)

DAC 33904 Industrial Training

Prerequisite:Hastaken 60% of credit courses for graduation

Synopsis
Students has to undergo an industrial training programme as a trainee assistant
engineer in any civil engineering field at any organization listed by the Centre of
Diploma Studies for 10 weeks duration. During the period, the industrial supervisor will
assess the student performance and at least once by the an appointed supervisor
form the Centre of Diploma Studies. The students will be trained by the agency and
organization in site supervision, planning, management, design, field investigation and
assessment for a civil engineering project.

References
1. Industrial Training Guidebook, UTHM.
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DAC 21202 Engineering Software Application

Synopsis
Students will use three types of software : Reinforced Concrete Structure Design:
Esteem; Structure Design and Analysis Software: Staad Pro; Project Managemant
Software.

References
1. Bill Mosley, John Bungey, Ray Hulse (2007). Reinforced concrete design to
Eurocode 2. New York, USA: Palgrave MacMillan. (TA683.2 .M68 2007)
2. Kenneth M. Leet, Chia-Ming Uang and Anne M. Gilbert (2008). Fundamentals of
structural analysis. Boston, USA: McGraw-Hill. (TA645 .L34 2008).
3. Jacques Heyman (2008). Basic Structural Theory. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge
University Press. (TA645 .H49 2008)
4. George F. Limbrunner, Abi O. Aghayere (2007). Reinforced Concrete Design.
USA: Pearson Prentice Hall. (TA444 .L55 2007)

DAC 31601 Highway and Traffic Engineering Laboratory

Prerequisite:DAC 20603Highway and Traffic Engineering and DAC 21103
Geotechnical Engineering

Synopsis
Highway Engineering Tests; Material Testing Binder (Penetration Test and Softening
Point Test), Compaction Test, Aggregate Strength Test / Soil (California Bering Ratio
Test), Aggregate Grading Test ( Flakiness Index and Elongation Index) and Traffic
(Spot Speed Study dan Signalized Intersection Level of Service Analysis).
Geotechnic Laboratory Tests; Sieve Analysis Test, Permeability Test, Shear Box Test,
Unconfined Compression Test, Compaction Test (Proctor Standard), Oedometer Test
and Site Soil Density Test

References
1. Atkins, Harold A. (2005). Bahan Jalan Raya, Tanah Dan Konkrit. USA: Prentice
Hall. (TE211 .A84 2005)
2. Garber N.J, Hoel L.A. (2015). Traffic and Highway Engineering (5 Edition).
th

Canada: Cengage Learning. (TE145 .G37 2015)

3. Braja M Das (2014). Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (8 Edition). Canada:
th

Cengage Learning. (TA710 .D37 2014)

4. Head, K. H. (2006). Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing; USA: CRC Press.
(TA710.5 .H42 2006 v.1)
5. Liu & Evett (2008). Soil Properties Testing, Measurement and Evaluation (6
th

Edition). USA: Prentice Hall. ( TA710 .C43 2008)

DAC 31702 Project Management

Synopsis
Concept of management – Philosophy and Management Theory Islam and West,
Organizational Structure – Construction Management, Functions and Responsibilities
of Managers, Handling and Project Implementation – Charts and Project
Implementation Schedule, Optimal Time Management, Planning Resources – Bar
Chart and Critical Path Method (CPM) and Histograms in Resource Management.

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References
1. Peter Fewings (2012). Construction Project Management: An Integrated
Approach, 2 Edition. UK: Spon Press. (TH438 .F48 2012)
nd

2. Robert K. Wysocki (2012). Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile,

Extreme, 6 Edition. USA: Wiley Publishing. (HD69.P75 .W98 2012)
th

3. Omar Osman (2006). Pengurusan Pembinaan: Konsep, Strategi dan Aplikasi.

Pulau Pinang, Malaysia: Penerbit USM. (HD9715 .O42 2006)
4. Omar Osman (2010). Pengurusan Projek dan Kelestarian Titik Pertemuan. Pulau
Pinang, Malaysia: Penerbit USM. (HD69.P75 .O52 2010)

DAC 31903Structural Design

Prerequisite:Taken DAC 31502 Structural Analysis

Synopsis
Reinforced concrete structure: Design of simply supported beam, slab and short
column. Steel structure: Design of restrained simply supported beam, simple column,
roof trusses and connections. Timber structure: Timber properties, Design of timber
members.

References
1. Chanakya, Arya. (2009). Design of Structural Elements: Concrete, Steelwork,
Masonry and Timber Design to British Standards and Eurocodes.UK: Spon Press.
(TA658 .A79 2009)
2. McCormac, Jack C. (2012). Structural Steel Design. USA: Prentice Hall. (TA684
.M36 2012)
3. Mosley, W. H. (2012).Reinforced Concrete Design to Eurocode 2. UK: Macmillan
Press. (TA683 .M67 2012)
4. British Standards Institution (2004). Eurocode 2: Design Of Concrete Structures -
Part 1-1: General Rules and Rules for Buildings. UK: BSI. (BS EN 1992 - 1-1 :
2004)
5. SIRIM (2001). MS 544: Part 2: 2001- Code of Practice for Structural Use of
Timber.Malaysia: SIRIM.
6. British Standards Institution (2000). BS 5950: Part 1-Structural Use of Steelwork
in Building: Code of Practice for Design in Simple and Continuous Construction-
Hot Rolled Sections. UK: SCI.

DAC 32003 Construction Engineering

Synopsis
Site preparation and construction process: introduction to construction, work planning,
site preparation; Substructure: types of foundation, design and function;
Superstructure: slab, column, walls, roof and beams; Formwork; Joints; Temporary
works: Scaffolding and shore; Construction equipments: types of equipment and
operational method; Infrastructure: Road and bridges, water reticulation, sewerage,
earth works and retaining walls.
References
1. Jahiman bin Badron (2007). Teknologi Binaan Bangunan. Kuala Lumpur: IBS
BUKU Sdn. Bhd. (TH213 .J33 2007)
2. Roy Chudley and Roger Greeno (2005). Construction Technology, 4 Edition.
th

USA: Pearson Education Limited. (TH145 .C48 2005)

3. S.W. Nunnally (2011). Construction Methods and Management. USA: Pearson
Education Limited. (TH145 .N86 2011)
4. Derek Osbourn and Roger Greeno (2007). Introduction to Building, 3 Edition.
rd

USA: Pearson Education Limited. (TH145 .O82 2007)

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DAC 32103 Diploma Civil Engineering Projects
Prerequisite:Has taken 60% of courses for graduation

Synopsis
Project is developed according to course program followed by the students and
validated by the Center of Diploma Study.
References

1. Jawatankuasa Projek Diploma PPD. Panduan Pelaksanaan Projek Akhir

Diploma. PPD
2. Osmond, Alex (2013). Academic Writing and Grammar for Students. USA: Sage
Pub. (LB2369 .O75 2013)
3. Chandra, Suresh (2013). Research Methodology. UK: Alpha Science Intl Ltd.
(H62 .C42 2013)

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Career and Further Education Prospect

Upon successful completion of the diploma course, the graduates have the
opportunity either to further their study in the degree level program or apply for a job in
the construction industry has a civil engineer assistant.

If they decided to further their study in UTHM, they can apply for a place in the
Engineering Technology Faculty or Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty to
obtain the respective degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Civil Engineering.

For those interested to work, the civil engineer assistant job is to provide technical
support to civil engineers on construction projects in the following areas:

 structural – bridges, dams, buildings, offshore platforms and pipelines

 transportation – roads, railways, tunnels and airports
 environmental – public water supply networks, irrigation, drainage, waste
disposal and sewage treatment
 maritime – ports, harbours and sea defences.

Civil engineering offers many opportunities as well as the satisfaction of helping to

improve and enhance public quality of life in many settings.

Figures below show examples of jobs and career pathway in Centre of Diploma
Studies UTHM and according to Malaysian Qualification Framework

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 SPM

MATRIC PPD UTHM

DIPLOMA IPTA
/POLITEKNIK

STPM

FKAAS DAA

FKEE DAE ENGINERING

FKMP DAM

DAB

FTK DAR

ENGINEERING
DAJ
TECHNOLOGY

DAK

FSTPI DAU

FSKTM DAT

WORKING
WORKING WORLD
WORLD (PROFESSIONAL
(PROFESSIONAL)
ASSISTANT)

Legend:
DAA – Diploma in Civil Engineering
DAB – Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
DAE – Diploma in Electrical Engineering
DAR – Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology
DAM – Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
DAJ – Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology
DAT – Diploma in Information Technology
DAK – Diploma in Chemical Engineering
38 Technology
DAU – Diploma in Apllied Sciences
Further Education Pathway according to Malaysian Qualification Framework

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Qualification and Levels according to Malaysian Qualification Framework

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