Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Technology(Aeronautics) (Hons)

Program Overview

Graduates are prepared for careers in the aviation industry as aircraft maintenance engineers, with expertise in planning, designing, and managing aircraft systems. The program emphasizes technical skills, professional development, and industry relevance, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to meet the demands of the modern technological landscape.

Program Outline

The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Technology (Aeronautics) (Hons) is a challenging field with a wide scope for growth. It's a multidisciplinary program that equips students with in-depth knowledge of Physics and Mathematics, core skills in mechanical engineering, and hands-on aircraft maintenance fundamentals. This prepares them to excel and develop as aircraft maintenance engineers. Graduates will be professionals with the capacity to invent, integrate, and deploy the latest advancements in the Mechanical and Aeronautics Engineering field.

Program Aims:

• Technical Skills: Provide students with the technical knowledge regarding the principles underlying Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics to meet the increasing industrial demand.
• Expertise Development: Develop expertise in planning, designing, constructing, supervising, and managing, skills essential for the infrastructure of modern technological communities.
• Professional Development: Foster the development of personal qualities and professional competencies required to progress to evaluation as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Industry Relevance: Provide a relevant and useful program that meets individual needs, containing both theoretical and practical subjects within the broad areas of flight dynamics, structures, aerodynamics, materials, sustainable aviation, and aerospace-related systems.
• Advanced Knowledge: Equip graduates with detailed knowledge of advanced methods in aeronautical engineering, including theoretical foundations, computational and experimental methods, and engineering applications.

Subject Highlights:

• Physics
• Mathematics
• Engineering Mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Control System
• Project Management
• Public Speaking
• Aircraft Maintenance Fundamentals

Entry Requirements:

• SPM with minimum 5 credits, including Mathematics and Physics, or equivalent.
• STPM with minimum 2Cs, including Mathematics and Physics, or equivalent.
• Diploma in relevant engineering field with minimum CGPA of 2.5, or equivalent.
• Other equivalent qualifications as approved by the University.

Scholarship Programme:

• Available for deserving students based on academic merit and financial need.

Assessment:

Assessment methods will vary depending on the specific modules, but may include:

• Examinations (written and practical)
• Assignments
• Project work
• Presentations
• Group work
• Practical skills demonstrations
Assessment criteria will be based on the learning outcomes for each module and will be made clear to students at the beginning of the program.

Teaching:

Teaching methods will include:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Practical classes
• Laboratory work
• Workshops
• Guest lectures
• Industry visits
The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified lecturers with expertise in their respective fields. The faculty actively participates in research and industry collaborations, ensuring that students receive the latest knowledge and skills.

Careers:

• Sustainable Energy Engineer
• Robotics Engineer
• Quality Control Engineer
• Vibrations Engineer
• Aerospace Engineer
• Materials Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Aircraft Engineer
• Noise Control Engineer
• Instrumentation Engineer
• Product engineer
• Design engineer
• Engineer production
• Product innovation
• Manager systems engineer

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
• Graduates are eligible to register as professional engineers with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).
• The program has strong industry links and provides students with opportunities for internships and placements.