Universiti Malaysia Pelis (UniMAP)
Jobalan Pendaflar
Bohogian Penguruson Akademik
Unit Kemosukon Don Rekod Felojor
Tingkat 1, Bangunan Kumpulon Wong Simpanan Pekerjo (KWSP)
Jalon Bukil lagi, 01000 Kangar, Pedis
Tel: 04-979 8701 Fax:04-979 8703

Diploma Programmes for SPM students

Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) is located at the northernmost part of the Malaysian peninsula, less than 35 km from the borders of Thailand. Originally known as KUKUM (Kolej Universiti Kejuruteraan Utara Malaysia, or Northern Malaysia University College of Engineering), it was approved by the Cabinet as a public institution of higher learning in May, 2001. Its first intake comprised 116 engineering students, who started classes in June, 2002. It now has about 3000 students, and a workforce of more than 600 people comprising academic and nonacademic staff. There are fifteen programmes leading to B. Eng and six programmes leading to Diploma (Eng), offered through eight engineering schools.

UniMAP boasts itself as a true-blue technical university which fulfills the interest of students who are inclined towards practical-based engineering education, UniMAP's graduates are budding engineers who have been groomed to be competent and confident enough to explore entrepreneurial possibilities upon graduation, They are expected to not only exhibit excellence in knowledge and skills directly related to their engineering fields of study, but are also proficient in communication and ICT skills, as well as possessing unsurpassed traits of professionalism and patriotism, It is hoped that because of their excellent education, they will become the engineering leaders of tomorrow, The area of focus at UniMAP is electronic-based engineering and other related fields of engineering and technology that can support the advancement of electronic-based engineering.

Mission

To produce a holistic human capital that contributes to the nation's development and industrial competitiveness agenda

Vision

An internationally competitive academic and research institution

Academic Strengths

Profile of Lecturers

UniMAP has 200 + academic staff (of which 8 are full professors, 29 associate professors and 5 professional engineers), 200 + support staff ,2113 undergraduates (as of 1st June. 2006) and 22 postgraduates (as of 1 st June, 2006)

In addition, six Diploma programmes are also offered:

• Diploma in Microelectronic Engineering

• Diploma in Computer Engineering

• Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

• Diploma in Mechatronic Engineering

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering

• Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering.

The programmes are offered through eight schools, namely :-

- School of Computer and Communication Engineering

- School of Microelectronic Engineering

- School of Electrical Systems Engineering School of Mechatronic Engineering

- School of Manufacturing Engineering School of Materials Engineering

- School of Bioprocess Engineering School of Environmental Engineering

Professional programmes

• MBA with emphasis in engineering management

• KUKUM-UUM collaboration

• 42 credits to graduate

• Admission requirement -- degree in any field

• Fee - RM380/credit, a total of RM 91 200

• Duration core modules, etc)

Employability of Graduate

UniMAP graduates are practical-oriented engineers who have:

• acquired the ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering

• in-depth technical competency in a specific engineering discipline

• the ability to communicate effectively and use ICT effectively

• the ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice so as to adapt easily to industrial needs

• the ability to identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current designs and practices

• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and have a high commitment to the community

• a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning. In other words, the graduates can adapt to new situations and demands by applying and/or updating their knowledge and skills appropriately

• the ability to function and contribute effectively in teams both as a leader as well as an effective team player

• an international perspective on social, cultural, and global responsibilities

• an in-depth appreciation and understanding of entrepreneurship, the process of innovation, and the need for sustainable development

• the ability to appreciate aesthetic values through development and application of personal judgment

Internationalization

As with many other universities, UniMAP seeks to achieve international recognition in its academic research and other related endeavors, Hence, the University's internationalization agenda is appropriately initiated. Although still in its infancy, much has been undertaken to start this journey,

The goals above are to be realized via various mechanisms - including having programmes such as student exchange and international part- sponsorship schemes for postgraduate research students, , Some efforts will automatically lead to international acknowledgment - for example, recognition by the Malaysian Engineering Accreditation Council/Board of Engineers will lead to the internationally renowned Washington Accord, Likewise, complying with the ISO 9001:2000 inevitably implies that the University has a quality system that fulfills the minimum requirement of an internationally recognized quality system standard.

Collaboration efforts through MoUs are continually searched and carried out, UniMAP's location opens up many opportunities for regional (especially the IMT-GT) and international collaboration initiatives, not just in the academia, but also in other related fields such as sports and culture,