You are here
Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunication Engineering with Honours
Duration: | Awarded by: | Intakes: |
APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME
|
|
MORE THAN JUST A TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING DEGREE
APU's Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunication Engineering with Honours degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0. | ||
 Digital Transformation for IR4.0 | Powered by | |
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION - ENGINEERING DEGREES ACCREDITED UNDER THE WASHINGTON ACCORD
APU Engineering Degrees are fully accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) which is a signatory to the Washington Accord.
For more information, please click HERE. |   |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
| GENERAL REQUIREMENTS | |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| STPM | • 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry), and a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM Level or its equivalent. |
| A-LEVEL | • 2 Passes in A-Level including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry), and a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or its equivalent. |
| UEC | • 5 Grade B’s in UEC, including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry). |
| MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION | • Passed the relevant Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0) with a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent. |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| DIPLOMA | • Successful completion of the APU/APIIT Diploma or |
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
Candidates who wish to study Engineering Degree course must not be color blind or physically handicapped which makes him/her unable to conduct experimental/practical work and affect the learning process leading to potential errors towards professional practice as well. This is in line with the requirements of engineering professional bodies where safe engineering practices is mandatory. All International Students need to go through EMGS Medical Screening, if the student is found to be color blind; the Medical Screening maybe failed.
| ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS : 5.0 |
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Graduates of APU Bachelor of Engineering in their respective programmes are expected within five years of graduation to attain the following programme educational objectives:
- Be a practicing engineer contributing to the development of Telecommunication or Electronic Engineering while demonstrating professionalism.
- Pursue engineering innovation via career advancement opportunities and/or advanced studies in Telecommunication or Electronic Engineering.
Telecommunication Engineers design, develop, test and maintain telecommunication systems to ensure fast and steady transmission and reception of information. Telecommunication engineering will appeal to those who are interested in the following field:
|
|
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
The students, upon completion of their study, should attain the following outcomes:
| PLO1 | Ability to gain and apply principles of Mathematics, Science and Engineering to the solutions of complex engineering problems. |
PLO2 | Ability to undertake complex engineering problem analysis and apply engineering principles to solve them. |
PLO3 | Ability to design innovative solutions for complex engineering problems. |
| PLO4 | Ability to investigate complex engineering problems using research techniques. |
| PLO5 | Ability to select and use suitable tools and techniques for complex engineering problems. |
| PLO6 | Ability to engage in professional engineering practice for safety, health, social, cultural and legal responsibilities in developing solutions for complex engineering problems. |
| PLO7 | Ability to comprehend and demonstrate good practices of engineering in sustainable development and environmental considerations for the solutions of complex engineering problems. |
| PLO8 | Ability to execute the responsibilities of an Engineer professionally and ethically. |
| PLO9 | Ability to function effectively as a team leader or a member in a team within multi-disciplinary settings. |
| PLO10 | Ability to communicate effectively and professionally on complex engineering activities. |
| PLO11 | Ability to demonstrate entrepreneurship skills, engineering project management and economic decision making in multidisciplinary environments. |
| PLO12 | Ability to recognise the need for, and be able to engage in independent and life-long learning towards continuous professional development. |
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
- High-quality undergraduate engineering education that encompasses the fundamentals of the "Future of Telecom (FoT)" and Emerging technologies.
- Future telecommunication platform that will drive the NextGen Mobile communication (5G/6G) networks & technologies, 5G/6G Antenna design, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cloud infrastructure.
- The latest technical skills to cover ever demanding expertise in the fields of microwave, satellite, RF and optical communications embedded with the new revenue streams of 5G wireless technologies, AI, interconnected devices and advanced IoT.
DEGREE YEAR 1 |
Students will understand the basic principles of engineering in the areas of Circuit Analysis, Engineering Materials, Instrumentation & Measurement and Engineering Design. Other modules aim to provide the basic academic skills required to meet the demands of employers, as well as thorough grounding in principles of IT and entrepreneurship. Important and relevant skills for managing activities and for their own independent learning are also introduced.
COMMON MODULES | |
|
|
SPECIALISED MODULES | |
| |
DEGREE YEAR 2 |
Here, students start specialising in modules that develop the necessary underlying knowledge and skills in Telecommunication Engineering with modules such as Electromagnetic Field Theory, Engineering Software & Applications, Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Analogue and Digital Communication, Introduction to Electrical Systems, Signals & Linear Systems and more. Engineering Mathematics is provided for the better understanding of the engineering modules.
COMMON MODULES | |
|
|
SPECIALISED MODULES | |
|
|
DEGREE YEAR 3 |
Specialised knowledge and skills in the areas of Control Engineering, Microprocessor Systems & Embedded Software, VLSI Design and Numerical Methods & Statistics. Further the futuristic technologies such as 5G/6G Antenna design, Next Generation Networks, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and beyond are encompassed in Antenna & Propagation, Modern Communication System, Machine Vision & Intelligence and Digital Signal Processing. Independent learning continues in all modules.
COMMON MODULES | |
|
|
SPECIALISED MODULES | |
|
|
INTERNSHIP (16 WEEKS) |
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
DEGREE YEAR 4 |
The final year engineering modules provides the necessary industrial applications and emerging technological skills such as 5G/6G Mobile communication, System Security, AI, Internet of Things (IoT), Renewable Energy and Product Creation Technology, which become very useful for employment upon graduation. Students’ personal and professional development, technical capability and understanding of how to innovate, generate and manage the creation of new ideas will be enhanced. Students will deliver several Engineering projects where they will demonstrate higher level critical thinking, analysis and solutions development skills which will enhance their employability.
COMMON MODULES | |
|
|
SPECIALISED MODULES | |
|
|
ELECTIVE MODULES (CHOOSE 2) | |
|
|
MQA COMPULSORY SUBJECTS* |
|
|
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.) | |
CAREER OPTIONS
Telecommunication Engineering is the most rapidly developing and dynamic field of Engineering. Rapid growth in the telecommunication sector is evident from the deep penetration of the Internet and mobile phones in every corner of the world. Careers include design engineers of telecommunication and signal processing systems that provide essential electronic support networks for information technology industries and mobile/wireless and communication engineers. Graduates would also be employable in sectors such as broadcasting and general telecommunication services.
|
|
COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 24,300 | Year 1: RM 28,600 (USD 7,330) |
* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
MQA ACCREDITATION
|
(R2/523/6/0116)(02/22)(MQA/FA4014) |
| All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement. |
