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COURSEWORK
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 LIST OF PROGRAMMES

1. Master of Business Administration in Energy Management
2. Master of Science in Asset Management & Maintenance
3. Master of Science in Drilling Engineering
4. Master of Science in Electronics Systems Engineering
5. Master of Science in Offshore Engineering
6. Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering
7. Master of Science in Petroleum Geosciences
8. Master of Science in Process Integration
9. Master of Science in Process Safety
2.0 THE DURATION OF CANDIDACY FOR MASTER
Table 1: Type of Duration of Candidacy

Duration of Candidacy
Type
Minimum Maximum
Full-Time One (1) year Three (3) years
Part-Time One (1) year Four (4) years
Note: This duration of candidacy is only applicable for all programs except Master
of Business Administration in Energy Management, Master of Science in Drilling
Engineering, Master of Science in Petroleum Geosciences and Master of Science in
Offshore Engineering.
2.1 Project & Dissertation

Project/Dissertation is the final component in the coursework programme. Students
must complete project/dissertation within two (2) consecutive semesters. A student who
fail to complete the project/dissertation within the stipulated time will be given Fail status.
2.2 Graduation Requirements (Standardize)

In order to graduate with Master of [Standard] degree, students are required to:
1. Obtain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0,
2. Obtain a minimum grade of D for all modules
3. Pass with minimum of B grade for the dissertation/industrial-based project/Capstone
Project.
4. Satisfy all requirements as approved by Senate.
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3.0 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN ENERGY MANAGEMENT
3.1 Introduction
The ever-increasing energy demand and the threat of fast depleting energy resources
in recent times have caused concerns on sustainable energy supply worldwide. Under
these circumstances, the oil, gas and energy industry domestically and globally face
with the urgent need for managers and professionals who are not only competent in
managing their businesses but who are also visionary leaders capable of driving their
energy businesses in a sustainable manner in tandem with challenging environment.
The offering of a Master of Business Administration in Energy Management (MBA-EM)
programme is expected to become a very apt solution to develop visionary leaders for
the energy industry.
The MBA-EM programme is 5 trimesters, 50 credit hours, 20 months programme with

a comprehensive curriculum design. The programme comprises 15 modules with
nine Business Core modules, five Energy Management Specialisation modules and
on Management Consultancy Management sub-module, and Capstone Consultancy
Report).
The MBA-EM programme will expose students to a wide range of real work challenges
and will enrich student’s learning experiences through case studies. Apart from lectures,
the MBA-EM programme offers variety of learning approaches such as seminar, case
studies and consultancy based projects-all of which are targeted to authenticate and
enhance the classroom learning experiences.
In order to provide greater value and global exposure to the students, all the five energy
management specialization modules will be delivered by experienced visiting professors
from renowned international universities. Programme is well-suited for top corporate
talent candidates, technical managers, engineers, regulators, and professionals serving
the energy sector who aim to enhance their business managerial capability.
3.2 Programme Objective

1. Business Administration in Energy Management specialists with insights to articulate
complex industry problems and solutions.
2. Industry leaders with integrity towards sustainable development through continuous
improvement and innovation for the betterment of society.
3.3 Programme Outcomes

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Business Administration in Energy
Management and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new
situations or multi-disciplinary context.
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Business Administration in Energy
Management particularly in situations with limited information and to provide
solutions through application of appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Business Administration in
Energy Management and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Business Administration in Energy
Management professionally, ethically and responsibly.\
5. Report technical findings in both written and oral forms.
6. Recognize the needs for continuing professional development in Business
Administration in Energy Management
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3.4 Programme Curriculum Structure

Each student is required to complete fifteen (15) modules with nine (9) business core
modules, five (5) energy management consultancy project module. The programme
curriculum structure is shown in the below table:
Table 2: MBA-EM Curriculum Structure

MBA-EM CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
Category Module Cr Hr
1. GAM 5013 Organizational Behaviour 3
2. GAM 5023 Operating Management 3
3. GAM 5113 Accounting for Decision Making 3
4. GAM 5123 Strategic Marketing 3
5. GAM 5133 Energy Economics 3
BUSINESS CORE MODULE
6. GAM 5213 Corporate Finance 3
7. GAM 5223 Corporate Ethics, Social Responsibility
3
& Governance
8. GAM 5313 Competitive Strategy Management 3
9. GAM 5323 Project Management 3
10. GAM 5033 Energy Value Chain 3
11. GAM 5043 Energy Management 3
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
12. GAM 5143 Energy Technology & Innovation 3
SPECIALIZATION
MODULES 13. GAM 5233 Low Carbon Economy and
3
Sustainability
14. GAM 5243 Energy Regulations and Policies 3
MANAGEMENT
15. GAM 5418 Management Consultancy Project 8
CONSULTANCY PROJECT
Total Credit Hours 50
3.5 Specialization Modules

The programme offers Energy Management Specialization with the following modules:
1. Energy Value Chain
2. Energy Management
3. Energy Technology and Innovation
4. Low Carbon Economy and Sustainability
5. Energy Regulations and Policies
6. Students have to complete all the above modules in the MBA-EM programme.
3.6 Enrolment Mode

Students may choose to study the MBA in Energy Management programme either on
a full-time, on-campus or on weekends, off-campus delivery mode. For the on-campus
delivery mode, classes will be conducted in UTP campus at Tronoh, Perak. Whilst for
the off-campus mode, classes will be held at UTP teaching facilities in Kuala Lumpur.
3.7 Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with MBA in Energy Management degree, students are required to:
1. Obtain a CGPA of 3.00 or better
2. Pass all modules
3. Satisfy all requirements as approved by Senate

3.8 Business Core Modules
COURSE CODE : GAM 5013
COURSE NAME : Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management
NO. OF CREDIT : 3 credits
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Associate organizational behavior theories and models to issues that are relevant in
workplace environment.
2. Analyze the workplace issues and formulate solutions to address the opportunities and
problems in managing an organization.
3. Develop the reasoning and analytical skills in working with people in an organization.
4. Predict critical factors to what constitutes successes and failures of organizations in the
dynamically changing workplace environment.
SYNOPSIS:
The dynamicity of changes in the current world business environment is affecting all aspects of
peoples’ behaviors in organizations. The increasing globalization of business and diversity of the
workforce, the proliferation of ethical controversies and scandals in organizations, have enforce
reasons for managers today to master the many different aspects of organizational behavior.
Thus, it is imperative for managers to be fully equipped and capable of managing people to
ensure the perform their jobs, play their roles as effective and ethical member of the organization
that will contribute to the success of the organizations.

COURSE NAME : Operations Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe and explain the field of operations management in an organization, the role of
operations in
2. Supporting the business strategy, and process involving operations management and
practices of operations management in industry;
3. Apply theoretical concept to the analysis and evaluation of operations management
situations;
4. Apply quantitative analysis such as linear programming and decision trees in analysis and
evaluation of operations management situations;
5. Analysis and evaluation by performing simulations using spreadsheet to arrive at feasible
solutions and recommendation to the operations management problems;
6. Synthesize and evaluate key operational elements within an organization which contribute
to enhancement the productivity of an organization.
SYNOPSIS:
Overview on Operations Management, Forecasting, Designing of Goods and Services, Process
Strategy and Capacity Planning, Decision Making Tools, Location Strategies, Layout Strategies,
Maintenance and Reliability, Transportation and Assignment problems and Project.
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COURSE NAME : Accounting for Decision Making
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explore the terms associated with managerial accounting;
2. Apply the concepts, rationale, measurements, and reporting models as currently practiced
in managerial accounting;
3. Evaluate company’s performance from the financial statement analysis;
4. Design and interpret several different performance measures specific to business outcomes;
5. Propose optimal business solutions by using costing and accounting tools.
SYNOPSIS:
This course examines the generation and use of an organization’s financial information for
decision making and encompasses both financial accounting and management accounting
topics. The course concentrates on accounting systems in general, construction and analysis of
financial statements, costing, performance measurement, and accounting for decision making,
planning and control.

COURSE NAME : Strategic Marketing
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the knowledge and skills of marketing management into real market place;
2. Plan and organizing firm’s marketing activities in product, place, price and promotions
towards profitability and sustainable competitive advantages;
3. Analyze and apply the various components of the services;
4. Marketing mix for customer satisfactions;
5. Evaluate the applicability of strategic marketing to a range of business contexts;
6. Learn how to conduct e-commerce to profitably deliver more values and building relationship
towards targeted customers.
SYNOPSIS:
Marketing is the core of all business. To outperform the competition requires solid marketing
knowledge and precision in marketing decision making. The organization’s positioning and
the positioning of its products and services depend on the formulation and implementation of
aggressive marketing strategies.
The students will understand how to utilize the elements of the marketing mix (product strategy,
pricing, advertising and promotion, and distribution) and enhance problem-solving and decision
making abilities in these operational areas of marketing. Students will be given assignments and
cases study so that it may develop the ability marketing principles into real situations and also
developing effective strategic marketing plans.

COURSE NAME : Energy Economics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the relevant economic concepts that underline energy production and end use;
2. Predict how local, regional, and global institutions affect energy markets and energy prices;
3. Assess issues in historical and contemporary public policy related to energy economics in
the region and globally;
4. Evaluate knowledge in energy economics to analyses and make rational decisions to resolve
issues faced in specific energy industries.
SYNOPSIS:
This course examines economic theories, empirical perspectives, and political economy of
energy supply and demand. It discusses various economic aspects of local, national, and global
markets for current, emerging and renewable energy sources. This course also examines public
policies affecting energy markets including taxation, price regulation and deregulation, energy
efficiency, and control of emissions.

COURSE NAME : Corporate Finance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate the relevant financial tools used in making investment and corporate financing
decisions;
2. Appraise the rationale of merger and acquisition activities;
3. Evaluate agency theory, models of capital asset pricing, and market efficiency theory;
4. Evaluate capital structure policy and cost of capital, dividend policy, investment risk, returns.
SYNOPSIS:
This subject emphasizes on theoretical and practical aspects of corporate finance in the formation
of corporate financial policies. This subject is also an extension to Financial Management. Special
topics including capital structure policy and optimum dividend, agency theory, models of capital
asset pricing, the extension of capital budgeting, corporate financing, interactions of financial
decisions and investments will also be elaborated.

COURSE NAME : Corporate Ethics, Social Responsibility & Governance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the ethical concepts and principles that are relevant to resolving business dilemmas;
2. Explain the core principles underlying fairness, accountability and transparency in
governance and how these are applied in corporations and management;
3. Apply the theories, frameworks & models of ethics, social responsibility and good governance
in managing companies in the competitive business environment;
4. Discuss the major issues and developments in business ethics, corporate social responsibility
and good Governance globally and locally.
SYNOPSIS:
This subject focus on the concepts and principles of ethics, social responsibility and good
governance practices. It provides the business framework that guides social responsibility and
good governance practices in ensure business sustainability.
It seeks to inspire young leaders to become responsibility citizens, entrepreneurs and business
leaders.
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COURSE NAME : Competitive Strategy Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Plan the range of decisions implicit in strategic management planning and using a variety of
analytic frameworks for making such decisions;
2. Formulate and explain the process of strategic analysis, strategic choice and strategic
implementation as embodied in strategic management process;
3. Prepare and report upon a strategic analysis of an organization at the business strategy
level;
4. Assess theoretical concepts to the analysis and evaluation of strategic situations.
SYNOPSIS:
This subject integrates and applies knowledge gained in previous units for the purpose of
evaluating complex business problems and formulating policies and strategies for their solutions.
It seeks to develop the knowledge of key strategic management strategies.
A conceptual framework for the subject is developed covering both the domestic and global
perspectives. Integration of existing knowledge in all areas of business is an important part of
the strategic management process.

COURSE NAME : Project Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Synthesize the different components involved in Energy project management;
2. Design cost effective energy projects based on application of Project Management concepts,
practices & approaches;
3. Assemble a range of analytical tools and techniques to identify, evaluate, interpret, implement
and control project outputs from a financial perspective;
4. Construct and organize the inter-related components of project management in order to
make informed decisions when leading projects.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is designed to equip students with the tools and techniques in project management
in the energy industry.
This course will give students the opportunity ti understand and apply the components in project
management i.e. integration, scope, time, cost, quality, resource, risk, procurement and HSE.
Students will also be able to apply relevant tools and techniques to manage energy projects in a
cost effective manner.
3.9 Energy Management Specialization Module

COURSE NAME : Energy Value Chain
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Interpret the fundamentals of energy value chain;
2. Evaluate the various aspects of energy value chain i.e. market fundamentals, trading and
location;
3. Assess the trading instruments and pricing mechanisms for energy value chain;
4. Assess the transportation and logistics involved across the energy value chain and their
impact;
5. Prepare the quality assurance across the energy value chain;
6. Conclude the emissions trading and its relevance to the conservations of the environment.
SYNOPSIS:
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to the supply value chain and trading of
energy resources. It also exposes students to the transportation and logistics aspects of the
energy value chain. The basics of emissions trading from a market approach are also highlighted
in the course.

COURSE NAME : Energy Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Conclude the objectives and functions of, and commercial relationships between companies
and organizations in the energy supply chain;
2. Evaluate the significance of marketing and its related issues to energy organizations;
3. Interpret the broad principles and practical implementation of legal and commercial
obligations in the energy industry;
4. Assess the risks associated throughout the energy value chain.
SYNOPSIS:
Energy management involves the legal and commercial considerations in the energy industry.
Students will be introduced to the nature and functions of energy companies and other
organizations involved in the related financial, commercial and contractual activities of the
energy industry.
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COURSE NAME : Energy Regulations and Policies
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate the development of energy sources from a historical perspective;
2. Interpret the issues involved in energy law and policy;
3. Conclude the sources of international energy law, jurisdiction, responsibility and liability of
subjects;
4. Evaluate the international organizations investments agreements;
5. Compare the major regional and international trade laws;
6. Evaluate the arbitration and resolutions of landmark disputes in the energy industry.
SYNOPSIS:
The principal aim of this course is to provide an introduction to the main law and policy issues
relating to the energy sector in the major energy producing regions and countries. Students will
be able to learn the international regulations governing the contracts for the entire energy value
chain.

COURSE NAME : Energy Technology & Innovation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Generate the main conceptual frameworks which have shaped research and practice on
energy technology and innovation;
2. Evaluate the roles of markets and regulations in shaping innovation;
3. Propose practical steps for energy companies to adopt and adapt based on innovation
insights gained across the global energy industry;
4. Develop innovation ideas in the energy industry based on identified issues/ challenges.
SYNOPSIS:
Technology and innovation drive the energy industry like no other industry. Hence, it’s only apt
that students get insights into the latest development in the energy technology and innovation.
They will understand what drives energy technology and innovation and how they shape the
subsequent research and practice. Finally, students will be able to explore emerging technologies
and innovations.

COURSE NAME : Low Carbon Economy and Sustainability
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Interpret the implications of climate change to the economies at local, national and
international levels;
2. Assess the roles that incentives and economics instruments play in achieving desired
economics goals;
3. Conclude the complexities involved in effecting change in economic systems;
4. Propose the actions companies must take, and the opportunities they offer, in meeting the
economic challenges of climate change.
SYNOPSIS:
Sustainability of energy sources is key in ensuring the survival of the energy industry and the
environment. Hence, the dire need to promote a low carbon economy across the globe.
In the course, students will understand the impact and implications of climate change to the
energy industry and the global economy. Students will know what it takes to address the global
climate change from the economic perspective.
3.10 Management Consultancy Project (MBA Capstone Project)

COURSE NAME : Management Consultancy Project
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
Consultancy Management (2 credits)
1. Formulate a consultancy proposal and translate this into a feasible consultancy project
2. Influence the stakeholders and get buy-in
3. Execute, track and evaluate the consultancy project
4. Develop a comprehensive consultancy report
5. Defend and present the consultancy findings and recommendations coherently to the
client’s management team
Capstone Consultancy Project (4 credits)

Generate quantitative methods of statistical analysis in decision-making processes.
SYNOPSIS:
All the skills and knowledge gained from the energy management courses need to be practiced
and applied in a real-world business context.
Student groups will be assigned to various energy organizations to identify business issues and
undertake consultancy projects.
The purpose of this course is to develop business consultancy skills and apply them to resolve
issues relating to energy management in the respective energy organizations.
COURSE CODE : SNB5032

COURSE NAME : Research Methodology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate appropriate research method and analysis for specific research objective and
purpose in business setting.
2. Formulate research questions and hypotheses
Coursework 55
4.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE
4.1 Introduction
A master programme in Asset Management and Maintenance program addresses
concerns of aging assets and maintenance culture amongst plant personnel. The
target group that needs to be equipped with new knowledge and competencies in Asset
Management and Maintenance are engineers and managers from petrochemical plants,
refineries, offshore platforms/pipelines, power sectors, public and private infrastructures
and manufacturing organizations.
The program aims to produce leaders who are able to manage and maintain assets in
the most economical, professional, creative, and reliable ways with the state-of-the-art
technology, locally and globally.
Graduates with an MSc in Asset Management and Maintenance degree will enhance
their employment and industrial career prospects in the management and maintenance
of assets with the incorporation of the mechanical and civil engineering aspects.

1. Asset Management and Maintenance specialists with insights to articulate complex
industry problems and solutions.

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Science in Asset Management
and Maintenance and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Science in Asset Management and
Maintenance particularly in situations with limited information and to provide
solutions through application of appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Science in Asset
Management and Maintenance and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Science in Asset Management and
Maintenance professionally, ethically and responsibly.
6. Recognize the needs for continuing professional development in Science in Asset
Management and Maintenance.

Each student is required to complete four (4) core modules, four (4) technical elective
modules, 2 management elective modules, Research Methodology and 1 project and
dissertation. The programme curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Table 3: MSc Asset Management & Maintenance Curriculum Structure

MSc ASSET MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
Cr
Category Course
Hr
1. EMM5013 Principles of Appraisal, Repair and Maintenance 3
2. EMM5033 Asset Life Study 3
Core Modules
3. EMM5023 Reliability Assessment of Structures 3
4. EMM5063 Plant Asset Maintenance Management 3
5. EMM5083 Corrosion Engineering 3
Technical Elec- 6. EMM5073 Failure Analysis and Risk-based Inspection 3
tives
7. EMM5093 Reliability Assessment of Pipelines 3
8. EMM5103 Deepwater Maintenance 3
Management 9. SNB5012 Operations Management 2

Electives 10. SNB5022 Strategic Management 2
(Choose 2) 11. SFB5012 Engineering Economy 2
University
12. SNB5042 Research Methodology 2
Requirements
Dissertation 13. EMM511C Industrial Based Project 12
4.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : EMM5013
MODULE : Principles of Appraisal, Repair and Maintenance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Discuss different maintenance policies for structure and plant
2. Identify the Structural and Equipment Assessment Techniques
3. Apply the methodology of Structural and Equipment Testing
4. Design the repair techniques
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers maintenance policy, condition survey, testing, evaluation analysis, repair and
strengthening.
Coursework 57

MODULE : Reliability Assessment of Structures
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Demonstrate the concepts of Reliability of Structures
2. Determine the Level of Certainty of Structural Performance
3. Perform the Reliability Based Design
4. Calibrate the Code based on Reliability
5. Determine the Fatigue Reliability of Structures
6. Plan the Probability and Risk Based Inspection
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers the basics of structural reliability including the uncertainty and certainty
modelling, component and system reliability, reliability based design & code calibration, fatigue
reliability and probability & risk based inspection.

MODULE : Asset Life Study
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the principles of economic and service life of the assets, life cycle costing, decision
rules for Life Cycle Costing (LCC) and replacement
2. Perform LCC analysis on the assets
3. Perform replacement analysis
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers asset life cycle analysis, engineering cost and estimates, life cycle costing,
replacement decisions, sensitivity analysis, economic risk analysis.

MODULE : Plant Asset Maintenance Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the principles of asset Integrity, reliability and availability.
2. Explain the principles of asset maintenance management, option and related costs
3. Apply the planning cycle and analysis for asset maintenance management
4. Apply the inventory principles in asset maintenance and maintenance planning cycle
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers asset and maintenance management concept, asset and utilization, asset
integrity, reliability and availability, associated costs in maintenance management, maintenance
management and concept, asset management and maintenance process, inventory control and
maintenance, quality and safety in maintenance.
4.6 Technical Electives

MODULE : Failure Analysis and Risk-based Inspection
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the principles of failure analysis and to reduce the risk of failures.
1. Find the optimum solution of a problem.
2. Understand how to run an optimal maintenance business process to examine equipment.
3. To provide a flexible technique able to continuously improve and adopt to changing risks.
4. Justify appropriate analysis and inspection to safeguard assets/material integrity.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers introduction to failure analysis and prevention, materials selection for
failure prevention, manufacturing aspects of failure and prevention, structural life assessment
methods, tools and techniques in failure analysis, case studies in failure analysis, and Risk-
Based Inspection.

MODULE : Corrosion Engineering
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the various corrosion mechanisms & prevention methods
2. Describe various corrosion forms
3. Explain different corrosion testing methods
4. Justify appropriate corrosion prevention methods for any corrosion case given
5. Describe different degradation of materials
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers corrosion principles & theory, forms of corrosion, corrosion prevention,
corrosion testing, and corrosion in specific environments.

MODULE : Reliability Assessment of Pipelines
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify the causes and types of pipeline failures
2. Carry out pipeline design
3. Specify the appropriate materials
4. Select the appropriate route
5. Perform the reliability analysis
6. Assess the pipeline integrity
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers fundamentals of pipeline engineering, pipeline safety, failure causes,
pipeline design criteria, material selection & specifications, pipeline routing, reliability analysis,
and pipeline integrity management methods.
Coursework 59

MODULE : Deepwater Maintenance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain various forms of deepwater facilities and systems, including floating vessels and
offshore structures
2. Demonstrate the types of deepwater maintenance.
3. Benchmark and select the most appropriate facilities and systems installation mode(s),
and maintenance practice(s)
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers overview of deepwater technology, deepwater facilities and systems,
deepwater fundamentals, deepwater maintenance, and deepwater simulation projects.
4.7 Management Elective Course

MODULE : Strategic Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify the range of decisions implicit in strategic management planning and using a variety
of analytic frameworks for making such decisions;
2. Describe and explain the process of strategic analysis, strategic choice and strategic
3. Perform and report upon a strategic analysis of an organisation at the business strategy
level;
4. Identify key strategy implementation and evaluation issues faced by an organisation;
5. Apply theoretical concepts to the analysis and evaluation of strategic situations;
6. Discuss business planning concepts in a strategic context;
7. Discuss corporate level strategy concepts.
SYNOPSIS:
This capstone subject in the degree integrates and applies knowledge gained in previous units
for the purpose of evaluating complex business problems and formulating policies and strategies
for their solution. It seeks to develop knowledge of key strategic management concepts as well
as basic skills in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of management strategies.
perspectives, Integration of existing knowledge in all areas business in an important part of the
strategic management process.

MODULE : Operation Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe and explain the field of operations management in an organization, processes
involving operations management and practices of operation management in industry;
2. Apply theoretical concepts analysis and evaluation of operations management situations;
4. Perform simulations using spreadsheet on operations management analysis and evaluation
to arrive at feasible solutions to the operations management problems;
5. Identify key operational elements within an organization which contribute to enhancement
the productivity of an organization.
SYNOPSIS:
Strategy and Capacity planning, Decision Making Tool, Location Strategies, Maintenance and
Reliability, Transportation and Assignment problems and Project.
COURSE CODE : SFB5012

MODULE : Engineering Economy
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the monetary side of engineering, the basic concepts of engineering economy
and its underlying principles.
2. Discuss and apply the various methodology of engineering economy and their application
that will assist in making rational decision or solution to engineering problems that will be
encountered in practice.
3. Discuss and solve problems related to the advanced topics such as interests, depreciation,
income taxes, effect of inflation, tools for evaluating alternatives, capital financing,
replacement analysis and project risk and uncertainty
SYNOPSIS:
This course will cover the fundamental concept of engineering economics and its principles,
methodology and application of the various methods as well as discussion on issues related to
the economic of various engineering projects.
4.8 University Requirement

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Determine the research process including the identification of a topic and supervisor
2. Prepare research proposal and final research report.
3. Determine research management, assessment and planning and also research ethics and
intellectual property rights.
4. Understand basic modeling and simulation, experiments and instrumentation that may be
used in their research methodology.
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers Fundamentals of Research Methodology and Applied Sciences.
Coursework 61
4.9 Dissertation Project

COURSE CODE : EMM511C
MODULE : Industrial Based Project
PRE-REQUISITE : Research Methodology
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify an acceptable research/development/design topic/product
2. Analyze and describe the technical limits of the problem and produce a realistic plan
towards project completion
3. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the context of the investigations
4. Obtain and evaluate the relevance and quality of information and data from related
literatures
5. Apply current design techniques and integrate key technologies appropriate to the problem
under investigation
6. Propose and investigate various implementation strategies and select the appropriate or
best solution
7. Perform adequate tests using software and/or hardware to validate and justify the chosen
approach
8. Produce a written, structured technical report on the project
9. Present the performed work in an oral technical presentation
SYNOPSIS:
The module allows each student to work independently on an industry-based project under the
supervision of a faculty member and/or a supervisor from the industry. The student is expect-
ed to review the subject, propose an experimental / analytical plan and follow that through to
feasibility study, investigation, design / simulation, test and implementation. Each student must
prepare a comprehensive technical report, present and demonstrate findings and results of the
project work.
5.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DRILLING ENGINEERING
5.1 Introduction
A master programme in Drilling Engineering deals with the application of recent
advances in drilling technologies and analysis techniques such as well constructions,
geomechanics, drilling fluid and cementing, well completion, casing design, hydraulics,
project management and economics, well engineering and well intervention in order to
understand and optimise the drilling technique with technical knowledge and safety in
place.
The MSc in Drilling Engineering program in UTP is unique as it is the only program
of its kind offered in Malaysia. In addition, being affiliated to PETRONAS, UTP has
good access to supports of the program such as through adjunct lecture scheme, co-
teaching from industrial instructors and also external examiners for individual projects.
This program has industrial based project which exposed to the real data of industries to
become competent drilling engineer.
The program would provide the MSc in Drilling Engineering graduate with enhanced
knowledge and skills that meets industrial demands in the area of Drilling Engineering
such as in oil and gas industries, academia, R&D scientific bodies and further studies.

The programme educational objective of the programme is to produce drilling Engineering
specialists with insights to articulate complex industry problems and solutions. The
program also aims to produce industry leaders with integrity towards sustainable
development through continuous improvement and innovation for the betterment of

society.

1. Demonstrate continuing and advanced knowledge in drilling engineering and have
the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-disciplinary
context.
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in drilling engineering, particularly in
situations with limited information and to provide solutions through application of
appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in drilling engineering and
apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly.
6. Recognize the needs for continuing professional development in drilling engineering.

Each student is required to complete 44 credit hours consisting of 10 core modules, 1
module for national requirement, 1 module for University requirement and 1 module for
individual project. The programme curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Table 5: Msc in Drilling Engineering Curriculum Structure

MSc IN DRILLING ENGINEERING
Category Cr
Module
Hr
Coursework 63
1. DAM 5253 Well Construction 3

2. DAM 5263 Geomechanics 3
3. DAM 5273 Drilling Fluids & Cementing 3
4. DAM 5283 Casing Design & Tubular 3
5. DAM 5293 Hydraulics & Drillstring Design 3
Core
6. DAM 5293 Well Completion 3
7. DAM 5303 Well Engineering 1 3
8. DAM 5313 Project Management & Economics 3
9. DAM 5323 Well Intervention & Workover 3
10. DAM 5333 Well Engineering 2 3
University 2
11. Data Analytics
Requirement
National 2
12. SNB5032 Research Methodology
Requirements
Individual
13. DAM 534A Individual Project 10
Project
5.6 Enrolment Mode

The programme offered is only for full-time basis, based at Universiti Teknologi
PETRONAS where all the lectures are held on the campus.
5.7 Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with Master of Science in Drilling Engineering degree, students
are required to:
1. Obtain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0,
2. Pass the dissertation project requirement,
3. Satisfy all the requirements as approved by Senate.
5.8 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : DAM 5253 Well Construction

COURSE NAME : Well Construction
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe and explain the function of primary rig components and primary drilling.
2. Explain and describe the well control systems.
3. Produce a conceptual design for well integrity.
4. Describe basic concept of MPD design and control.
SYNOPSIS:
This module provides a broad understanding of the essential principles of Well Construction. The
module delivers knowledge of the topics into deeper understanding of Wells and Well Systems
through the medium of course and fieldwork. Key themes include Well control design, Well
Integrity, Introduction to drilling and Operation management including logistic, drilling organizing
& people, HSE, MPD application and techniques.
COURSE CODE : DAM 5263

COURSE NAME : Geomechanics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify and differentiate types of formation rocks and pressure.
2. Apply fundamental geological concept into drilling program.
3. Examine wellbore stability and stress analysis.
4. Identify the essentials of geomechanics in conventional & unconventional hydrocarbon.
SYNOPSIS:
This module plays a major role in understanding the wellbore stability, formation pressure,
structural geology and stress analysis. The presence of the wellbore and the pressure of the
drilling fluid induce changes in the stress state or in the rock. As a result, the rock around
the borehole may fail if the redistributed stresses are greater than the rock strength. This
course addressed subject on structural geology, formation rock, leak off test, application of
geomechanics in unconventional hydrocarbon, formation pressure, wellbore stability, fracture
gradient and stress analysis.
Coursework 65

COURSE NAME : Drilling Fluids & Cementing
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Discuss the basic principles of polymer chemistry and clay chemistry towards drilling fluid
performance
2. Analyze the optimal drilling fluid and suitable waste management techniques for anticipated
well conditions
3. Design cement slurry that satisfy well requirements
4. Analyze various techniques and tools for cement job evaluation
SYNOPSIS:
The course begins with evaluating the drilling performance and continue with clay chemistry and
inhibition, polymer chemistry, filtration properties, Completion, Reservoir Drill-in, Workover and
Packer Fluid and drilling waste management. Later, the student will be exposed with cementing
including the cement additives, cement job, cement evaluation and horizontal cementing.

COURSE NAME : Hydraulics & Drillstring Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply advanced knowledge to analyse the problems related to drilling hydraulics, BHA & Drill
string design, and real time monitoring and optimization.
2. Design Drill String, Hydraulics and BHA associated with each type of trajectory.
3. Evaluate and optimize the drilling parameters during real-time operations.
4. Prepare project report in both written and oral forms.
SYNOPSIS:
The objective of this course is to provide the student with an advanced knowledge needed
to design and analyze drilling hydraulics. The students will learn hydrostatics of single and
multiphase systems; drilling fluid rheology; calculation and optimization of frictional pressure
losses in the circulating system; optimizing bit hydraulics; evaluating hole cleaning performance;
and predicting swab/surge pressure changes. The graduates will be able to design drill string
and bits to prevent drill string failure. In addition, students will be able to evaluates torque and
drag associated with each trajectory, operating limits to prevent buckling, and pressure drops for
different pipe sizes to select the best drill pipe option.

COURSE NAME : Well Completion
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain main components of a typical natural flowing or artificial lifted production system
2. Discuss and design different types of well completion methods and equipment
3. Design suitable well stimulation techniques for damaged wells
4. Evaluate possibility of sand production and propose suitable sand control techniques.
SYNOPSIS:
This course provides the completion system with theoretical background in each section. The
completion practices and equipment are designed along with perforating techniques for both
onshore and offshore. Formation damage and treatment are also introduced. The use of artificial
lift is discussed. Stimulation, fracturing and sand control techniques are explained.

COURSE NAME : Well Engineering 1
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Design the well trajectory to meet well objectives and evaluate for anti-collision.
2. Analyze the well trajectory requirement and develop appropriate directional drilling and
deviation control programs.
3. Evaluate and design eternal barriers for well abandonment that fulfils industry standards and
regulations.
4. Produce a comprehensive well design document using engineering approaches through
systematic well design workflow.
SYNOPSIS:
This module teaches the students to master the subjects of well trajectory, anti-collision,
directional drilling and deviation control, well abandonment, well control and managed pressure
drilling integrate these subjects with all the lesson learnt from the previous modules to produce
a comprehensive well design document that meets the industry standards and regulations. The
given mastery is expected to be applied in a specific project that allows the students to have a
firsthand experience in applying a systematic workflow to produce and present a comprehensive
well design document using actual case studies.
Coursework 67
COURSE CODE : DAM 5313 Project Management & Economics

COURSE NAME : Project Management & Economics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply advanced knowledge using appropriate tools and techniques to meet the project
requirements.
2. Evaluate risk and environmental impact of drilling projects in compliance with regulatory
requirements and industry standards.
3. Analyse project economics and supply chain management of a drilling project.
4. Prepare project report in both written and oral forms.
SYNOPSIS:
The student will learn project economics and management principles and able to apply this
knowledge in managing drilling project. Student will learn on how to apply the critical project
and risk management concepts that are required to run drilling projects in a safe, efficient, cost-
effective, and environmentally-friendly manner. The student will also learn concepts of project
finance and administration, and supply chain management.

COURSE NAME : Well Intervention & Workover
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the well intervention techniques and workover
2. Describe the technique for workover operation
3. Discuss wellhead maintenance, hydraulic workover unit and fishing operation.
4. Discuss other well intervention methods and new technologies in well intervention and
workover.
SYNOPSIS:
This module provides fundamental information regarding well intervention and workover. The
student will be equipped with subject slickline, e-line and coil tubing operation. The module will
deliver also workover operation, wellhead maintenance hydraulic workover unit, intervention
tools and fishing operation. To further enhance student capability, the module is equipped with
other well intervention methods and new technologies in well intervention.

COURSE NAME : Well Engineering 2
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the fundamental principles of advance well design for HPHT, deepwater, ERD,
horizontal and multilateral wells.
2. Able to design for advance well scenario under HPHT, deepwater, ERD, horizontal and
multilateral conditions.
3. Describe the mechanism of stuck pipe prevention.
4. Identify the procedure to mitigate and recovery of stuck pipe prevention.
SYNOPSIS:
This module elaborates about advanced well design and stuck pipe prevention. The student
will be teaching to master well design of HPHT well, deepwater well, ERD, horizontal and
multilateral wells. The student will further equip with mechanism and procedure to mitigate and
recovery of stuck pipe.
5.9 National Requirement

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
4. Perform basic modeling and simulation, experiments and instrumentation that may be used
in their research methodology.
SYNOPSIS:
5.10 Individual Project

COURSE CODE : DAM5534A
COURSE NAME : Individual Project
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil

SYNOPSIS:
The module introduces the principles and techniques involved in managing well engineering
and construction operations by developing the students’ knowledge and understanding of the
theory and practice of drilling and well engineering operations.
Coursework 69
6.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
6.1 Introduction
A master programme in Electronics System Engineering Programme is tailored to train
young graduates and professionals with advanced design in integrated circuit design
and applications and entrepreneurship skills to enable them to perform R&D and
commercialization activities and move up the value chain from the manufacturing era to
the design era of the electronic industry.
Besides providing in-depth knowledge of specific subject areas, this programme is

also intended to expose the graduates and engineers with a range of analytical and
research skills that would be of long-term value. Graduates with an MSc in Electronic
Systems Engineering degree will enhance their employment and career prospects in the
telecommunication, computers, and electronics and semiconductor industry. The degree
is also a good starting point for a career in research and academia.

1. Science in Electronics Systems Engineering specialists with insights to articulate
complex industry problems and solutions.

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Science in Electronics Systems
Engineering and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Science in Electronics Systems
Engineering particularly in situations with limited information and to provide solutions
through application of appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Science in Electronics
Systems Engineering and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Science in Electronics Systems
Engineering professionally, ethically and responsibly.
6. Recognize the needs for continuing professional development in Science in
Electronics Systems Engineering.

Each student is required to complete 5 core modules, 3 technical elective modules,
2 management elective modules and 1 project and dissertation, and Research
Methodology. The programme curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Table 6: MSc Electronic Systems Engineering Curriculum Structure

MSc ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Category Course Cr Hr
1. EEM5013 Advanced Engineering Mathematics for System 3
Analysis and Design
2. EEM5023 Advanced Digital Systems Design
3
Core Modules
3. EEM5073 Modern Communication & Networking Systems 3
4. EEM5043 Advanced Embedded Systems 3
5. EEM5053 VLSI Systems Design 3
Specialisations Option A • EEM5063 Advanced Analog

Integrated Circuit Design 3
Advanced Circuit Design
• EEM5033 RF Circuit Design
(Choose 1 • EEM5083 Sensors &
Option) Option B
Systems 3
Sensors & Intelligent Systems
• EEM5093 Intelligent Systems
1. EEM5113 Semiconductor Fabrication Technology
2. EEM5123 Communication System Design
Choose any 1 3
3. EEM5133 Image Processing and Computer Vision
4. EEM5143 Advanced Computer System Architecture
1. SNB5012 Operations Management
Management
2. SNB5022 Strategic Management
Electives 3
3. SNB5032 Multinational Business and Finance
(Choose 2)
4. SFB5012 Engineering Economy
Dissertation EEM520C R&D Project 3
6.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : EEM5013
MODULE : Advanced Engineering Mathematics for System Analysis and Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Find the optimum solution of a problem.
2. Use the different estimators.
3. Model the non-deterministic signals.
4. Use MATLAB in the engineering applications.
SYNOPSIS:
Essential topics in engineering mathematics, including optimization and its application to
engineering, discrete-time random processes, estimation theory and modeling of engineering
systems and operations using selected techniques from mathematics, statistics, and stochastic
processes.
Coursework 71

MODULE : Advanced Digital Systems Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Write behavioral model, dataflow model, hierarchical-structural model, gate-level model,
and register-transfer level (RTL) model of digital systems using hardware design language
(HDL).
2. Design, simulate, test, and synthesize digital systems using Electronic Design Automation
(EDA) tools on Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) and other programmable and re-
configurable devices.
SYNOPSIS:
The fundamental concepts of digital design. It introduces the digital systems design flow and
includes HDL (Verilog, VHDL or other languages), different level of modeling, simulation, testing,
Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, and programmable devices.

MODULE : Modern Communication & Networking Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Acquire a strong background in the network architecture, protocols and principles of
modern communications techniques and systems, and apply the knowledge to simulate
typical networks.
2. Design typical communication systems.
SYNOPSIS:
A comprehensive coverage of the principles and techniques in the modern communication
and networking systems. Students will be guided through a systematic lecture on the technical
background, architecture, protocols and new directions in modern communication techniques
and networks.

MODULE : Advanced Embedded Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze the issues involved in designing a computer system.
2. Accurately evaluate the performance of a given system.
3. Design a microprocessor system to perform a specified task.
SYNOPSIS:
An in-depth overview of important topics ranging from microcontrollers and Operating System
design to PCB Layout and manufacturing guidelines. The course is also intended for graduate
students in Electrical and Computer Engineering, as well as the Embedded System professional.

MODULE : VLSI Systems Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Design and analyse VLSI system building blocks.
2. Design a memory sub-system.
3. Design, layout, extract, simulate and tape out ready for fabrication by the IC foundries.
SYNOPSIS:
The analysis and design of digital integrated circuits building blocks using CM OS technology.
The course emphasizes on design, and requires extensive use of a circuit layout CAD tool, and
SPICE for simulations.

MODULE : Advanced Analog Integrated Circuit Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyse device speed and power performance metric.
2. Design and simulate current source and bias network.
3. Design amplifier from specification to bias current and transistor size.
SYNOPSIS:
The analysis and design of analog integrated circuits building blocks using CM OS technology.
The course emphasizes on design, and requires extensive use of a circuit layout CAD tool, and
SPICE for simulations.

MODULE : RF Circuit Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze and design RF circuits with the focus on IC implementation.
2. Design tuned broadband, low noise amplifier, oscillator, and transceiver circuits.
3. Use intuitive design methods to complement analytical tools and to evaluate it by both hand
calculations and computer simulations.
SYNOPSIS:
The design and analysis of radio-frequency circuits at the transistor level, with a focus on IC
implementations, mainly in CMOS. Narrow band and broadband high-frequency amplifiers
including a variety of bandwidth-extension tricks. Design of front-end circuits. Classical control
concepts, phase noise, oscillators, phase-locked loops and frequency synthesizers. RF power
amplifiers and transceiver design.
Coursework 73

MODULE : Sensors & Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the working principles of various types of sensors and transducers used in
measurement systems, such as motion, displacement, force, pressure, acceleration,
temperature, and flow measurements.
2. Design, construct and implement a range of sensors and transducers, such as potentiometric,
LVDT, optical encoders, turbine meters, hot-wire anemometers for a particular application.
3. Design electronics for sensor interfacing, signal condition, and recovery of weak signal from
the noise, for various types of measurement systems.
4. Design and build a measurement system for monitoring of physical/chemical/biological
parameters that have application in the process industries and biomedical engineering.
SYNOPSIS:
Advanced techniques for designing of measurement systems. This includes the design of
electronics for sensor interfacing and pre-processing of signals for various measurements such
as displacement, force, pressure, temperature and flow.

MODULE : Intelligent Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the general overall structure of neural network (NN), genetic algorithm (GA) and
fuzzy logic.
2. Design a NN model for use in a particular application.
3. Design a GA for a particular application, e.g. optimization.
4. Construct a hybrid GA-NN model for a particular application.
5. Develop a fuzzy logic system to solve a particular problem.
6. Design a fuzzy-NN learning model.
SYNOPSIS:
The theoretical aspects of neural networks, genetic algorithms and fuzzy logic techniques and
in relation to the systems design and implementation. At the end of the course, students are
able to analyse, conceptualise, design and implement an intelligent system using any of the
techniques.

MODULE : Semiconductor Fabrication Technology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the theoretical and practical aspects of the major steps in device fabrication with
an emphasis on integrated devices.
2. Perform basic fabrication processes such as oxidation, photolithography, etching, impurity
doping by diffusion process, and metallization.
3. Design and simulate BJT and CMOS transistor and characterize their electrical properties
using simulation tools.
SYNOPSIS:
Basic processes involved in IC fabrication: crystal growth to lithographic process of pattern
transfer. The practical aspect would cover the major steps of a planar process used extensively
in IC fabrication: oxidation, photolithography, etching, impurity doping by diffusion process, and
metallization. Electrical testing of the final product to ensure quality, and conformance of product
to specifications.

MODULE : Communication System Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Design various subsystems on MATLAB/SIMULINK
2. Simulate networks on OPNET
3. Develop some systems in hardware language e.g. Verilog
SYNOPSIS:
The application of knowledge of communication systems/ subsystems to designing and
simulating and translating them for hardware realization.

MODULE : Image Processing and Computer Vision
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply image processing and computer vision techniques to applications related to image
communications and machine vision.
2. Design practical systems for image communication and vision inspection systems.
SYNOPSIS:
Theory, principles and techniques of image processing and computer vision, which includes
image acquisition and display, image filtering and segmentation, image analysis and transforms.
The practical aspects of the course would cover the problem solving using the techniques and
in a simulation. The design project would entail implementation of solutions on real-time DSP
systems.
Coursework 75

MODULE : Advanced Computer System Architecture
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze the issues involved in designing a computer system.
2. Design a complete computer system.
SYNOPSIS:
Issues pertaining to computer system architecture: measuring performance, instruction sets
and improving CPU performance - pipelining, memory hierarchies, storage systems and I/O
systems.
6.7 Management Elective Course

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
level;
SYNOPSIS:

MODULE : Operations Management
NO. OF CREDIT : 2
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
2. Apply theoretical concepts to the analysis and evaluation of operations management
situations;
SYNOPSIS:

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:
Coursework 77

COURSE CODE : EEM520C
MODULE : R&D Project
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify an acceptable research/development/design topic/product, and produce a realistic
plan towards project completion.
2. Analyze and describe the technical aspects of the problem.
3. Apply current design techniques and utilize key technologies appropriate to the problem.
4. Perform the necessary verification/validation of the design system.
5. Produce a well written standard technical report of a research project in an MSc thesis.
6. Present the results and findings in a project viva.
SYNOPSIS:
supervision of a faculty member and a supervisor from the industry. The student is expected to
review the subject, propose an experimental / analytical plan and follow that through to feasibility
study, investigation, design / simulation, test and implementation. Each student must prepare a
comprehensive technical report (MSc thesis), present and demonstrate findings and results of
the project work.
7.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN OFFSHORE ENGINEERING
7.1 Introduction
Offshore industry is a relatively recent Industry that has rapidly expanded during the
last 60 years. Challenges in the industry arise such as has never been encountered
before, particularly in offshore engineering. These challenges can only be synthesized
and solved by upgrading and enhancing the knowledge related to offshore engineering.
The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in Malaysia’s economy. The nation
largely derives these resources from offshore reserves. It is predicted that there will be
a shortage of talent in Malaysia in the oil and gas industry. This complexity is due to the
large segments of workforce approaching retirement and the lack of skilled graduates
from Malaysian universities.
Malaysian universities have limited exposure in offshore engineering, as the focus

is on general engineering in major disciplines (e.g. Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical
Engineering). Exposure is only gained through on the job training, requiring companies
to invest a significant amount in time and money. In order to fill in the skill gap and lack
of talent, it is necessary to develop graduates who are trained and versed in various
offshore engineering areas.
The pedagogical goal of the MSc Offshore Engineering Programme is to educate

students to be able of taking a leadership role in superior technical knowledge and
application required in the offshore industry.

1. Offshore Engineer specialists with insights to articulate complex industry problems
and solutions.

1. Demonstrate continuing and advanced knowledge in Offshore Engineering and have
the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-disciplinary
contexts.
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Offshore Engineering particularly in
situations with limited information and to provide solutions through the application of
appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Offshore Engineering and
apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Offshore Engineering professionally,
ethically and responsibly.
6. Recognize the needs for continuing professional development in Offshore
Engineering.
7.4 Programme Duration
Table 7: Duration of Candidacy

Type Duration of Candidacy
Full time 16 months (4 semester)
Part time 28 months (7semester)

Each student is required to complete seven (7) core modules, two (2) technical elective
modules, one (1) research project, and Research Methodology module. The programme
curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Coursework 79
Table 8: MSc Offshore Engineering Curriculum Structure

MSc OFFSHORE ENGINEERING
Category Module Cr Hr
1. VBM5113 Wave Hydrodynamics 3

2. VBM5123 Structural Dynamics 3
3. VBM5143 Meteorology and Oceanography 3
Core 4. VBM5153 Design of Fixed Offshore Structures 3
5. VBM5163 Offshore Foundations 3
6. VBM5173 Risk, Reliability & Integrity of Offshore Structure 3
7. VBM5183 Offshore Project Management 3
8. VBM5313 Offshore Engineering Materials 3

9. VBM5313 Geotechnics & Geohazards 3
10. VBM5323 Advanced Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity 3
Technical Electives 11. VBM5333 Finite Element Method for Offshore Structures 3
12. VBM5343 HSE Management in Offshore Engineering 3
(Choose 2) 13. VBM5353 Offshore Pipelines 3
14. VBM5363 Design of Floating Offshore Platforms 3
15. VBM5373 Coastal Engineering & Sediment transport 3
16. VBM5383 Offshore Positioning 3
17. VBM5393 Subsea Technology 3
University
18. SNB5032 Research Methodology 2
Requirements
19. VBM5213 Research Project I 3
Dissertation Project
20. VBM5227 Research Project II 7
7.6 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : VBM5113
COURSE NAME : Wave Hydrodynamics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate suitable wave theories for the relevant offshore engineering application
2. Integrate and assess wave-structure behavior performance
3. Develop and interpret appropriate empirical models based on laboratory results to suit
current offshore engineering application
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers fluid mechanics, wave mechanics, wave theories and wave forces. Also,
this course covers use of various transducers for static and dynamic measurements, model
tests in wave tank and wave flume & analysis of responses.

COURSE NAME : Structural Dynamics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Assess appropriate dynamic equations methodology.
2. Assess the performance of offshore structures due to dynamic impacts such as
environmental, seismic, boat impacts, ballast and vibrations.
3. Generate the design criteria to be incorporated into design consideration
SYNOPSIS:
This course will discuss structural dynamics of offshore structure, i.e. Dynamic Loads, Single
Degree of Freedom (SDOF) Systems, Multi Degree of Freedom (MDOF) Systems and
Earthquake Response of Linear Systems and its related concept. Assessment on uncertainty of
concept parameters and its effect on design output also will be discussed.

COURSE NAME : Meteorology and Oceanography
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Develop meteorology and oceanography criteria for offshore structures design
2. Generate meteorology and oceanography data collection requirements
3. Analyze and interpret meteorology and oceanography phenomena from data collection
campaign
SYNOPSIS:
This course will discuss Metocean conditions which have conventionally been one of the
prerequisite considerations in the design of installations, rigs and pipelines as well as the operations
of vessels, helicopters, ROVs and divers. It deals with the complexities of meteorological and
oceanographic effects on the offshore conditions as well as its combined effects. As such,
failure to comprehend these factors will result in overdesign that will cause financial overruns
or potential structural disaster as a result of inadequate metocean considerations. This course
will delve into the interpretation and analysis of operational metocean results to be utilized in
identifying weather windows as well as forecast of weather conditions for operations.
Coursework 81

COURSE NAME : Design of Fixed Offshore Structures
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze and design fixed offshore platforms using appropriate tools and standards
2. Propose practical innovative solutions to meet industry requirements
3. Generate working drawings for the design of offshore platforms
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers introduction to Jacket platforms, GBS & Jack-up platforms, various steps in
the structural design of offshore platform components, overall design of fixed platforms using
software, solutions for industry requirements and preparation of working drawings at various
stages of design.

COURSE NAME : Offshore Foundations
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Plan soil investigation program, interpret soil exploration data and deduce design
parameters from soil exploration report.
2. Select, analyze and present offshore foundations design and mooring anchors.
3. Quantify the effect of uncertainty during foundation design.
SYNOPSIS:
This course will discuss design of offshore foundation, i.e. pile foundation, suction pile, spud can
and shallow foundation and its related design parameters. Assessment on uncertainty of design
parameters and its effect on design output also will be discussed.

COURSE NAME : Risk, Reliability & Integrity of Offshore Structure
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. To evaluate and interpret risk categorization of existing offshore structures
2. To perform structure integrity assessment on offshore structures and justify for continued
service
3. Analyze and interpret current reliability status meeting minimum criteria in accordance to
the codes and standards
4. Propose and justify best mitigation option to enhance the reliability status of the structures
SYNOPSIS:
This course will discuss deterministic and probabilistic design and assessment procedures,
particularly methods of probabilistic reliability analysis. Assessment on the system strength and
fatigue of a platform will also be discussed.

COURSE NAME : Offshore Project Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. To differentiate and evaluate various phases and deliverables in offshore project lifecycle to
support project management decision-making processes
2. Develop and justify an effective execution plan for the various project phases.
3. To develop and propose project execution methodology and processes in accordance to
required quality, cost and schedule
SYNOPSIS:
Project management tailored for specific niches like that of oil and gas is a highly sort after
skillset among graduates today. Interested candidates, who enroll in this course, will be on a
platform for them to get exposed to and gain holistic insights, views and knowledge of the oil
and gas industry as a whole via specially designed academic delivery modules and systematic
evaluations in the form of quizzes, assignments, case studies and the like. As a first course in
Oil and Gas project management, it will serve as a bridge between engineering technicalities
and the more subjective knowledge of managing projects in the oil and gas industry. This is
expected to give students the appropriate skillset that can be built upon joining the industry
which will facilitate their becoming of competent specialist Oil and Gas Project leaders.

COURSE NAME : Geotechnics & Geohazards
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Select appropriate geotechnical / geophysical exploration techniques and plan exploration
campaign for specific offshore structures.
2. Appraise potential geohazards based on regional geology, geotechnical and geophysical
investigation results; and formulate risk mitigation approach.
3. Evaluate effects of uncertainty due to limited soil investigation on site geotechnical model.
SYNOPSIS:
This course will discuss salient aspects of site investigations, soil testing and geohazards related
to offshore structures. The course emphasizes on the impact of the behaviors of structure to
be designed on soil testing and soil modeling. Furthermore, soil exploration campaign is also
treated as risk mitigation process as part of geotechnical risk management process.

COURSE NAME : Advanced Theory of Elasticity and Plasticity
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the theory and assess the behavior of linearly elastic and elasto-plastic structure in
offshore structures
2. Apply the theory of buckling and failure mechanism of linearly elastic and elasto-plastic
structure in offshore structures
SYNOPSIS:
Theory of Elasticity is the branch of Solid Mechanics which deals with the stress and
displacements in elastic solids produced by external forces or changes in temperature. The
purpose of study is to check the sufficiency of the strength, stiffness and stability of structural
elements.
Coursework 83

COURSE NAME : Offshore Engineering Materials
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate the characteristics of materials for offshore applications.
2. Assess suitability of unconventional materials.
3. Assess issues and challenges for material selection.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers introduction to materials in offshore applications, metallic materials, non-
metallic materials and failure of materials and structures.

COURSE NAME : Finite Element Method for Offshore Structures
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Work out basic problems using FE principles
2. Solve FE problems related to offshore structure applications
3. Analyze offshore structures through the application of generic finite element tools
SYNOPSIS:
This course gives an introduction to finite elements in engineering that consist of fundamental
concepts and the basic element formulations. It also gives the applications for problems related
to fix and floating offshore structures and ends with typical problems solved by using generic
FE tools.

COURSE NAME : HSE Management in Offshore Engineering
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate the required HSE Risk Management at various stage of exploration and Production
Cycle
2. Interpret and prioritize requirement of Malaysian and International standards related to
exploration and production
3. Differentiate the use of required risk assessment tools (HAZID, HEMP (including HAZOP),
EIA, JHA) in various stages of the project life cycle
4. Propose HSE strategies for each aspect of E& P lifecycle
5. Develop and evaluate HSE risk management documentation and recommend improvement
in the risk management in E & P.
SYNOPSIS:
The objective of this Course is to enable students to gain knowledge and skills in key HSE
Risk Management applicable to the offshore exploration and production cycle and to equip
them with the relevant competencies to assess the relevant hazards, estimate and evaluate
the acceptability of the risk posed by various activities and the controls required to ensure safe
planning and execution of activities in the exploration and production at offshore facilities.

COURSE NAME : Offshore Pipelines
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Design offshore pipelines
2. Route the pipelines for both deep sea and shore approach routing
3. Evaluate and select various pipeline installation and construction methods
4. Interpret pipeline risks, types of accidents, and repair methods.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers pipeline design, route selection, installation and construction methods, its
risks, accidents and repair.

COURSE NAME : Design of Floating Offshore Platforms
NO. OF CREDIT : 3
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze and design floating offshore platforms using appropriate tools and standards
2. Propose solutions to meet industry requirements
3. Generate working drawings for the design of floating offshore platforms
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers introduction to floating platforms, various steps in the structural design
of floating offshore platform components, overall design of floating platforms using software,
solutions for industry requirements and preparation of working drawings at various stages of
design.

COURSE NAME : Coastal Engineering & Sediment transport
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze the properties and influence of environmental factors to the coastal processes
2. Evaluate factors affecting and the impact of development to the coastal area
3. Formulate sediment budget and shoreline response.
4. Compare and evaluate various coastal protection structures.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers the fundamental principles and concepts of ocean and coastal engineering.
It provides better understanding to the influencing environmental parameters that affect the
respective coastal processes. This knowledge will be used to formulate sediment transport and
budget in the coastal area which will lead to the development of appropriate coastal protection
& structures. The course will also expose the students to the basic components of coastal
hydraulic study and to relate the importance of such environmental concerns in the design and
construction of coastal structures.
Coursework 85

COURSE NAME : Offshore Positioning
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Assess and propose appropriate offshore positioning method
2. Assess and propose offshore positioning integrity and quality in offshore applications
3. Develop strategies for monitoring deformation and tolerances of offshore structures
SYNOPSIS:
This course will cover aspect of geodesy applicable in offshore positioning, the latest
instrumentation involved and the associated quality measure and quality assurance relevant
in offshore positioning. Application of precise offshore positioning for monitoring an offshore
platform deformation will also be presented.
COURSE CODE :VBM5393
COURSE NAME :Subsea Technology
NO. OF CREDIT :3 credits
PRE-REQUISITE :Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Plan the subsea field development
2. Design the manifolds, wellheads, trees and ROV intervention
3. Propose suitable umbilical systems, risers and pipelines
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers various aspects of subsea production systems, equipment, manifolds,
wellheads and tress, subsea umbilical system, risers and pipelines.

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify and formulate research problems.
2. Synthesize literature review in their research proposal.
3. Evaluate appropriate modeling and simulation, design experiments and instrumentation
that may be used in their research.
4. Prepare and defense research proposal.
SYNOPSIS:
Series of seminars on topics related to research preparations: manage and plan research
activities, think creatively, setup experimental/model for theory verification, prepare to
commercialise research, prepare research report and communicate research output effectively.

COURSE NAME : Research Project I
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify an acceptable research/development/design/project topic
towards research work/project completion
literatures
under investigation
6. Propose and investigate various implementation strategies and select the appropriate or
best solution
approach
8. Produce a written, structured dissertation on the research work/project
SYNOPSIS:
This course is 100% course work and is based on industrial data collection, literature survey,
conventional and non-conventional methods required to conduct experimental and/or numerical
simulation studies to produce valuable technical findings.

COURSE NAME : Research Project II
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify an acceptable research/development/design/project topic
towards research work/project completion
literatures
under investigationPropose and investigate various implementation strategies and select
the appropriate or best solution
approach
7. Produce a written, structured dissertation on the research work/project
SYNOPSIS:
This course is 100% course work and is based on industrial data collection, literature survey,
conventional and non-conventional methods required to conduct experimental and/or numerical
simulation studies to produce valuable technical findings.
Coursework 87
8.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
8.1 Introduction
Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that applies engineering principles and
quantitative methods in exploiting subsurface oil and gas reserves. At UTP, the
MSc course in Petroleum Engineering offers qualified and dedicated graduates
with a learning experience and industry relevant research and field development
projects related to the needs of the multibillion dollar petroleum industry. This
is achieved through a programme of taught MSc degree course which offers
11 technical modules and 2 management electives. There is a high degree of
computer usage for project, teaching and on-line support. High performance
workstations are able to provide powerful graphics and processing capability
enabling students and high caliber staff to tackle complicated problems of the
petroleum industry.
Graduates with an MSc in Petroleum Engineering degree will enhance their
employment and career prospects in the global oil and gas industry. The degree
is also a good starting point for a career in research and academia.
1. Science in Petroleum Engineering specialists with insights to articulate complex
improvement and innovation for the betterment of society

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Science in Petroleum Engineering
and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situations or multi-
disciplinary context.
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Science in Petroleum Engineering
particularly in situations with limited information and to provide solutions through
application of appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Science in Petroleum
Engineering and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Science in Petroleum Engineering
professionally, ethically and responsibly.
Petroleum Engineering.

Each student is required to complete 8 core modules, 2 management elective modules
and 1 Final Development Plan,1 Individual Project and Research Methodology. The
programme curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Table 9: MSc Petroleum Engineering Curriculum Structure

MSc PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
Cr
Schedule Category Course Status
Hr
1. PAM5113 Petroleum Geoscience
2. PAM5143 Formation Evaluation 3 Core
3. PAM5123 Reservoir Engineering 1 3 Core

(Basic Reservoir Engineering)
3 Core
4. PAM5153 Well Test Analysis
Phase 1 Technical 3 Core
(Reservoir Engineering 2)
(Week 1 -10) Modules 3 Core
5. PAM5173 Reservoir Simulation
(Reservoir Engineering 3) 4 Core
6. PAM5164 Production Technology 3 Core
7. PAM5133 Drilling Engineering 3 Core
8. PAM5183 Petroleum Economics
9. SFB5012 Engineering Economy 2 Elective
10. SNB5012 Operations Management 2 Elective

Management
/ Business 2 Elective
11. SNB5022 Strategic Management
Electives
(Choose 2 12. SNB5062 Multinational Business and 2 Elective
only) Finance
13. SBB5022 Business Communication 2 Elective
Phase 2
(Week 11 –
PAM5216 Field Development Project 6 Core
week 14)
Phase 3
(Week 15 – PAM5226 Individual Research Project 6 Core
Week 18)
SNB5032 Research Methodology 2 UR
TOTAL 43
Coursework 89
8.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : PAM5113
MODULE : Petroleum Geoscience
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the Earth layering structures with different properties base on density and
composition.
2. Visualize the plate tectonic concept in relation to basin development, mountain ranges and
structures.
3. Differentiate and classify three main rock categories and their significant reservoir rocks.
4. Describe the differences between clastic, organic and chemical sedimentary rock.
5. Illustrate the petroleum system in term of source rock, migration, reservoir, trap and seal.
6. Describe the seismic acquisition, processing and interpretation
7. Apply material balance equation for various reservoir engineering calculations
8. Describe various models of water influx calculations
9. Evaluate applications of immiscible displacement concepts in reservoir engineering
calculations.
SYNOPSIS:
The module introduces geological concepts to the students, then concentrates on the material
closely associated with petroleum reservoir rocks, including the environment of deposition,
volumetric calculations and uncertainty of data.

MODULE : Formation Evaluation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify and priorities, from the log header, the bore hole conditions and tool characteristics
which are relative to the logging operation.
2. Differentiate between the main relevant rock types.
3. Distinguish between single phase liquid, single phase gases and mixed these two phases.
4. Describe the procedure and tools used to interpret logs
5. Describe in general terms how the lithology can be interpreted
6. Describing porosity logs
7. Describe the techniques and assumptions used for deriving minerals.
8. Determine the saturation of a rock using various techniques.
SYNOPSIS:
The module addresses formation evaluation by well logging. There is an overview of the
techniques and operation, followed by a discussion of the main attributes of the reservoir and
fluid and their characteristic signals.

MODULE : Reservoir Engineering 1 (Basic Reservoir Engineering)
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify classifications of reserves
2. Calculate reservoir pressure gradients and characterize the reservoir
3. Calculate basic reservoir rock and fluid properties from test data
4. Identify phase diagrams for five types of reservoir fluids
5. Apply flow through porous media concepts for generating reservoir pressure profile.
6. Apply concepts in material balance equation, immiscible displacement for optimization of
reservoir performance.
SYNOPSIS:
Reservoir Engineering 1 discusses the basic rock and fluid properties of typical oil and gas
reservoirs. It examines material balance and fluid diffusivity approaches to reservoir fluid flow
and volumes. It investigates water influx and immiscible displacement mechanisms.

MODULE : Well Test Analysis (Reservoir Engineering 2)
PRE-REQUISITE : Reservoir Engineering 1
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. To describe the basic equation flow of fluid in porous media caused by a potential difference
in relation with physical principles of conservation of mass, equation of motion, and equation
of state.
2. To comprehend the analysis of transient pressure responses in wells by learning the
principles, applicability and limitations of the various techniques of build-up and flow tests.
3. Understand the importance of differentiating among different solution of the flow equation,
their assumptions and the applications in terms of the outer and inner boundary.
4. To identify various flow patterns during the test and how the type curves can be used to
improve pressure transient analysis.
5. To describe various forms of natural drive mechanism, characteristic and performance.
6. To apply material balance equation for various reservoir engineering calculations
7. To describe various models of water influx calculations
8. To evaluate applications of immiscible displacement concepts in reservoir engineering
calculations.
SYNOPSIS:
This module reviews fluid flow in porous media and examines the analytical solutions to the
diffusivity equation. It then takes the analytical solutions relevant to well testing and develops
the classical solutions, examines their limitations and shows examples of their use. The module
examines the use of pressure and flow measurements in reservoir management.
Coursework 91

MODULE : Reservoir Simulation (Reservoir Engineering 3)
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Select the appropriate simulation model for a specific reservoir and a given oil/gas recovery
process.
2. Identify the main components of workflow for the simulation model (basic equations,
discretization, solution procedure, input/output)
3. Identify, prepare, and screen the data needed to perform a simulation run
4. Interpret simulation results and relate the effect of input parameters on reservoir performance
5. Choose operating strategies to optimize oil/gas recovery
SYNOPSIS:
This module develops an approximate solution to the diffusivity equation and discusses different
numerical solution techniques. It discusses the uncertainty and errors associated with numerical
solutions and shows the type of data required, resolution and up scaling required.

MODULE : Production Technology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Understand and appreciate the production system from reservoir to surface
2. Design suitable bottomhole completions systems
3. Understand the design principles of different perforation systems
4. Understand the techniques available to diagnose well problems and recommend solutions
5. Design an artificial lift system based on pumping and gas lifting techniques
6. Assess the degree of formation damage present in a formation
7. Design acidising and hydraulic fracturing treatments
8. Understand and be able to select appropriate methods to enable sand control
9. Understand the processes and equipment used in produced water handling
SYNOPSIS:
This module introduces the production system from reservoir to surface as a series of pressure
drops and discusses the theoretical background to the flow regimes found in each section.
The completion practices and equipment are developed along with perforating techniques and
methods of determining well/ reservoir problems. Remedial solutions are developed along with
the techniques of delivering these solutions.
The module also reviews the flow system from reservoir to surface then examines the major
areas of interest to production engineers. The use of artificial lift (including gas lift) is discussed
and the design requirements worked through. The main areas concerning the reservoir are
formation damage, acidising and hydraulic fracturing. The module also discusses problems
associated with water treatment and disposal, along with an overview of field production
operations.

MODULE : Drilling Engineering
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the basic components and the function of each component in the rotary well
system.
2. Describe the function of drilling fluid and optimizing the hydraulics of the circulation system.
3. Discuss the subsea well control system.
4. Design of casing and cementing.
5. Design directional drilling and conducting well survey.
SYNOPSIS:
This module examines the drilling operation as a whole then identifies the key areas: equipment,
operations, formation pressures, well control, casing design and well trajectory.

MODULE : Petroleum Economics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe general financial aspect of the petroleum industry
2. List and explain cash flow concept in project evaluation
3. Define and calculate money of the day, constant money and cost escalation
4. Define and calculate Net Present Value, Internal rate of return, Maximum Capital Outlay
and cost per barrel
5. List and describe the various methods of taxing petroleum revenues
6. List and describe Concession System and Production Sharing Contract
7. Evaluate Petroleum Project Economic under different petroleum fiscal system
8. Construct decision tree analysis and solve it.
SYNOPSIS:
The module introduces the financial framework within which petroleum projects are judged. The
module presents different techniques to measure costs and uses these along with statistical
methods of quantifying risk to determine the ranking order for project development.
Coursework 93
8.6 Management Elective Modules

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
level;
SYNOPSIS:

NO. OF CREDIT : 2
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
situations;
SYNOPSIS:

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:
COURSE CODE : SBB5022

MODULE : Business Communication
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the principles and practices of professional written and oral communication skills to
communicate effectively at interpersonal level and in teams.
2. Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and effective communication in various professional,
business, social and cultural settings.
3. Apply effective negotiation strategies and conflict management in business communication
4. Conduct effective technical and non-technical presentations for audience with different
backgrounds.
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers principles of business communication and provides insights into real
world business communication situations. It emphasizes on developing interpersonal skills,
communicating effectively in teams and across different cultures. Students will learn how to
write short business messages, short reports and proposals effectively. It also helps students
master business presentation skills. This course also includes “invited speaker” sessions where
experienced speakers from the targeted businesses are invited to share their experiences with
the students.
Coursework 95

MODULE : Multinational Business & Finance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the various elements involved in international Business from different perspectives.
2. Apply the principles and rules of strategic and operational managements to International
Business.
3. Analyze the comparative financial structure and organizational design and operational
systems of International Business and their relationship to performance.
4. To formulate the structural and behavioral pattern and trend of International business
SYNOPSIS:
This course is an introductory course on the management of business and international finance.
It touches upon the international structure of business and environment to prepare students
for international service and operations. This course also discusses how traditional business
functions are influenced by culture, geography and technology.

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:

MODULE : Field Development Project
PRE-REQUISITE : All core disciplines in MSc Petroleum Engineering
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Interpret and evaluate given dataset to estimate potential hydrocarbon in place.
2. Analyze given dataset to develop plan to produce the hydrocarbon.
3. Assess economic feasibility of the plan
4. Demonstrate understanding of overall FDP workflow through written report and oral
presentation.
SYNOPSIS:
The module integrates the learning outcomes of the taught modules. The main aim is to produce
a field development plan based on real data. The main learning outcomes are expected to
enhance cognitive and core skills: team working, developing problem solving strategies etc.

MODULE : Individual Research Project
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyze the problem and propose relevant solutions.
2. Propose relevant methodologies to approach the problem.
3. Execute proposed methodologies to come out with relevant results.
4. Demonstrate understanding of the problem and its solution through written report and oral
presentation.
SYNOPSIS:
The module allows each student to work on a piece of research independently. The student is
expected to review the subject, propose an experimental/ analytical plan and follow that through
to planning the work, schedule and report.
9.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCES
9.1 Introduction
Petroleum Geoscience is an interdisciplinary field that applies geoscience principles and
quantitative methods in the search and development of commercial oil and gas fields.
It includes interpreting, predicting and managing risks and uncertainties in exploration
and exploitation of hydrocarbon resources. At Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, the MSc
Petroleum Geoscience Programme is tailored to train young graduates and professionals
from the industry in the full range of approaches, methods and techniques to explore and
evaluate new oil and gas fields and to characterize reservoirs.
Graduates with an MSc in Petroleum Geoscience degree will enhance their employment
and career prospects in the global oil and gas industry. The degree is also a good starting
point for a career in research and academia.

1. Science in Petroleum Geosciences specialists with insights to articulate complex

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Science in Petroleum Geosciences
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Science in Petroleum Geosciences
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Science in Petroleum
Geosciences and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Science in Petroleum Geosciences
Petroleum Geosciences.
Coursework 97

Each student is required to complete 13 core modules, 2 management elective modules
and 1 Industry Project. The programme curriculum structure is shown in the below table.
Table 10: MScPetroleum Geoscience Curriculum Structure

MSc PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCE
Schedule Category Course Cr Hr Status
QAM5112 Fundamentals of Petroleum 2 Core

Geology
QAM5213 Plate Tectonics, Structural 3 Core

Geology and Basin Evolution
QAM5223 Well Logging and Formation

Evaluation 3 Core
QAM5233 Advanced Sedimentology

3 Core
QAM5243 Advanced Stratigraphy
3 Core
QAM5313 Seismic Technology
3 Core
QAM5323 Seismic Interpretation
Technical 3 Core
Month Modules QAM5413 Reservoir Characterization
1 - 12 and Geological Modelling 3 Core
QAM5423 Reservoir Engineering
QAM5123 Geochemistry, Petroleum 3 Core

System & Basin Modelling
3 Core
QAM5132 Basin Analysis and
Evaluation
2 Core
QAM5142 Prospect Maturation and
Petroleum Economics
2 Core
QAM5152 Petroleum System Field
Work
2 Core
Management
SBB5022 Business Communication 2 Elective
/ Business
SNB5052 Project Management 2 Elective
Electives
Month
QAM551A Industry Project 10 Core
13 - 16
Total 49
9.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : QAM5112
MODULE : Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply basic petroleum geochemistry concepts and integrate basic geologic and geophysical
data in interpreting petroleum systems.
2. Conduct independent mapping and interpret sedimentology data for the generation of
geological sections and models.
3. Analyze geological and geophysical data for the identification of possible hydrocarbon
plays.
4. Analyze data in the context of basin analysis and recommend exploration strategies.
SYNOPSIS:
This module provides the fundamentals of petroleum geology with topics relating to the structure
and geodynamics of the earth, processes of weathering and erosion affecting the earth, and
formation of the various rock types and geological structures. The module also introduces the
basics on geochemistry of a petroleum system and the various exploration techniques that are
applied to discover and characterize a petroleum system.

MODULE : Plate Tectonic, Structural Geology and Basin Evolution
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Construct evolution of geological structures in relation to plate tectonics.
2. Determine different types of basins structures encountered in oil and gas exploration.
3. Interpret geological maps and geo-seismic sections to identify hydrocarbon traps.
4. Develop a geologic framework for describing stages of basin evolution in South East Asia.
SYNOPSIS:
This module addresses basin formation in the framework of plate tectonics and structural
analysis. It provides an overview of the architecture of the different types of sedimentary basins,
and includes exercises of seismic interpretation to correctly reconstruct the geometry of various
traps. The course and related exercises will focus on two areas with a high oil and gas potential:
South East Asia and the Arabian plate.
Coursework 99

MODULE : Well logging and Formation Evaluation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Interpret the geological logs at the well site by the Quick-Look-Method to discriminate the
hydrocarbon bearing zones and estimates the petro physical parameters, such as water
saturation and porosity.
2. Quantitatively interpret well logs using commercial software for the petro physical
parameters and log motifs of the formation
3. Use the knowledge to integrate in geological work flows for basin analysis and reservoir
characterization.
4. Calibrate logs, carry out facies analysis and rock type definition and description.
SYNOPSIS:
This module provides the fundamental basics of drilling, well site geology and the conventional
geological and petro physical log interpretation. Log data acquisition and tools principles will be
presented in order to highlight the significance of the recorded parameters and the impact of
uncertainties on the evaluation results. Both rapid evaluation of formation (“Quick Look”) and
quantitative log interpretation will be practiced.

MODULE : Advanced Sedimentology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Interpret the depositional environment of sedimentary rocks from cores, well logs and other
available data; and the distribution of porosity and permeability in a reservoir as a function
of the depositional and digenetic processes and facies.
2. Predict the lateral and vertical distribution of clastic and carbonate reservoirs based on the
interpretation of the depositional environment.
3. Integrate the sediment logical interpretation in terms of textures and porosity types that will
reflect internal heterogeneities of reservoirs.
SYNOPSIS:
This module aims to give students a detailed knowledge of clastic and carbonate depositional
environments (continental, shallow marine, deep marine) and associated sedimentary
architectures and heterogeneities, as encountered both on the field, well logs and cores. It
will allow students to understand the formation of HC reservoirs, from deposition to burial
and digenetic transformations. The analysis of the evolution of porosity and permeability in
sedimentary rocks is also included.

MODULE : Advanced Stratigraphy
PRE-REQUISITE : QAM52303 Advanced Sedimentology
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Illustrate rock units in facies associations and system tracks.
2. Build regional geological models and static reservoir models.
3. Predict the areal and vertical distribution of rock types in a basin.
4. Predict the distribution and heterogeneity of reservoirs at a field scale.
SYNOPSIS:
This module covers the techniques to reconstruct the depositional evolution of sedimentary units,
establish a rock unit framework and determine the internal geometry of clastic and carbonate
deposits. It leads students to determine the key factors determining the petro physical properties
of rocks at basin and reservoir scales to build geological models. The students will also conduct
a field trip to Sabah and Sarawak.

MODULE : Seismic Technology
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Use the principle of seismic methods and identify the various waves on seismic recordings.
They will distinguish the different choices of array and spread used in surface and well
seismic surveys and of the successive processing sequences applied to the seismic data.
2. Design acquisition and processing sequence applied to the seismic data.
3. Model acoustic and elastic wave-field propagation.
4. Apply basic techniques in seismic imaging processing.
SYNOPSIS:
The module addresses imaging of subsurface by the seismic method. There is an introduction of
wave propagation and an overview of the acquisition techniques and of the different of processing
sequences with practical exercises. A particular attention is paid to the signal processing tools.
Signal processing exercises are done with the help of a CD ROM.

MODULE : Seismic Interpretation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply newly acquired or improved skills to interpret 2D and 3D seismic on paper sections
and workstations.
2. Construct structural pattern at basin and reservoir scale.
3. Carry out seismic quantitative interpretation for reservoir characterization and hydrocarbon
prediction through AVO and 4D seismic attributes interpretations.
SYNOPSIS:
The first part will introduce the basis of seismic interpretation applied to structural analysis
of sedimentary basin. Application of methods and tools will focus on a 3D survey over an oil
field in the Baram Delta. The second part aims at presenting the principle of commonly used
geophysical methods (AVO/AVA, seismic inversion, and seismic attribute) for characterizing
reservoirs.
Coursework 101

MODULE : Reservoir Characterization and Geological Modelling
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Implement integrated reservoir characterization methodologies to determine volumes of
oil-in-place.
2. Integrate the effects of uncertainties on parameters and working hypothesis in economic
evaluation of the reservoirs.
3. Efficiently use industrial software in reservoir characterization and reservoir modelling,
such as Petrel.
SYNOPSIS:
This Module comprises of reservoir characterization and modelling routinely used in the in-
dustry. The presentation will illustrate the stochastic and volumetric modelling, volumetric and
uncertainties calculations. Geomodelling tools are used to assist in data integration among
seismic production and well logs. New perspective in reservoir characterization and modelling
is highlighted.

MODULE : Reservoir Engineering
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Characterise the rock and fluid that govern the state of fluid flow in a porous medium.
2. Interpret well test in terms of reservoir geometry and boundaries.
3. Differentiate between different mechanisms of oil recovery, field drainage and attributes.
SYNOPSIS:
This module provides fundamental knowledge of reservoir engineering: rock characterization,
reservoir fluid characterization, production mechanisms, field development strategy and
introduction to reservoir simulation. At the end of the course, the students will have a practical/
industry oriented knowledge to describe the behavior of a reservoir and understand the principles
of reservoir engineering.

MODULE : Geochemistry, Petroleum System and Basin Modelling
PRE-REQUISITE : QAM51102 Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Evaluate geochemical data for petroleum assessment of basin.
2. Characterise and map the distribution of potential source rocks.
3. Delineate oil and gas kitchens through time and space.
4. Determine secondary migration pathways and volume and type of hydrocarbon being
trapped through time.
5. Construct and interpret basin models.
SYNOPSIS:
This course will focus firstly on the fundamentals of organic geochemistry applied to the formation
and to the analysis of oil and gas in sedimentary basin and to the assessment of petroleum
systems. The second part will be devoted to the theory and practice of basin modelling using
commercial software’s.

MODULE : Basin Analysis and Evaluation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Define different petroleum play types and map the extent of the plays
2. Evaluate the risk associated with the plays
3. Apply the principles of high-resolution sequence stratigraphy, geopressure and thermal
regime to discriminate reservoirs.
4. Evaluate prospects, identify their risk factors.
SYNOPSIS:
The module addresses the basin analysis/basin evaluation as a tool for the choice of the
acreage in the exploration process. It integrates data from structural geology, geochemistry,
basin modelling, seen in previous modules and stratigraphic aspects seen within this module.
Each chapter is illustrated by some examples and exercises.

MODULE : Prospect Maturation and Petroleum Economics
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Carry out investment profitability studies including all aspects of fiscal terms.
2. Determine risks in exploration account.
3. Analyse the economic criteria of investment.
4. Formulate recommendations to management on the basis of economic evaluations.
SYNOPSIS:
The first part of this course in capital budgeting deals with the selection and valuation
of investment projects within the upstream petroleum industry. It borrows elements from
microeconomics, finance theory and oil taxation. The second part course presents all
exploration, development and production techniques involved in the upstream business. With
the support of a computer-assisted game, the tools used in the upstream petroleum industry will
be introduced and manipulated, in order to acquire the vocabulary and the understanding of the
techniques. Participants are invited to play roles in a business unit team, each of them will have
the opportunity to get familiarised with different positions of an exploration/production company.
At each step of the game, uncertainties in the techniques and in the business, will be introduced
and assessed. Uncertainty is also part of the final evaluation of the business unit performance.

MODULE : Petroleum System Field Work
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Illustrate the effective petroleum traps and their geologic controls.
SYNOPSIS:
The locations of the fieldwork shall be determined after careful check on the availability of the
petroleum system parameters. Students shall analyse and interpret the data collected and
present and document for assessment.
Coursework 103

MODULE : Project Management
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Synthesize the different components involved in Project Management
2. Design cost effective projects based on application of Project Management concepts,
practices & approaches
3. Identify, evaluate, interpret, implement and control project outputs from a financial
perspective using the analytical tools and techniques
4. Construct and organize the inter-related components of project management in making
decisions when leading projects
SYNOPSIS:
This course is designed to equip students with the tools and techniques in project management.
This course will give students the opportunity to understand and apply the components in project
management i.e. project life-cycle; strategy, structure and culture of project management;
project selection; project leadership; scope management; risk management; cost estimation
and budgeting; scheduling; resource management; project evaluation and control. Students
will also be able to apply relevant tools and techniques to manage projects in a cost-effective
manner.
COURSE CODE : SBB5022

MODULE : Business Communication
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the principles and practices of professional written and oral communication skills to
communicate effectively at interpersonal level and in teams.
2. Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and effective communication in various professional,
business, social and cultural settings.
3. Apply effective negotiation strategies and conflict management in business communication
4. Conduct effective technical and non-technical presentations for audience with different
backgrounds.
SYNOPSIS:
The course covers principles of business communication and provides insights into real
world business communication situations. It emphasizes on developing interpersonal skills,
communicating effectively in teams and across different cultures. Students will learn how to
write short business messages, short reports and proposals effectively. It also helps students
master business presentation skills. This course also includes “invited speaker” sessions where
experienced speakers from the targeted businesses are invited to share their experiences with
the students.

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:

COURSE CODE : QAM551A
MODULE : Industry Project
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyse projects proposals with respect to specific objectives.
2. Design work-flow of an individual project with the end-result in mind.
3. Effectively carry out and evaluate best practice of project tasks.
SYNOPSIS:
The projects are provided by the industry in topics among others are: Basin evaluation, Reservoir
modelling, Seismic Technology, prospect maturity and non-seismic technique. The total duration
of the project is 4 months with months of project proposal and examination and preparation of
final report on dissertation.
10.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PROCESS INTEGRATION
10.1 Introduction
Process Integration is a systematic design methodology that addresses issues related to
energy efficiency, waste minimization and an efficient use of raw materials. Currently the
conceptual design stage is greatly facilitated by the use of simulations, either in a design
of a new plant or in conducting improvement studies in an existing.
However, the simulation approach suffers from lack of synthesis capability and inability to
provide an overall contextual overview of the entire plant. This drawback at the conceptual
design stage will have serious consequences in determining the environmental impact,
economic viability and safety features of the final design and Knowledge of Process
Integration is essential in arriving at better designs that will meet the calls for efficiency
in the use of energy, efficiency in the use of materials and reduction of emissions.
The MSc in Process Integration is an internationally recognized degree that will allow
graduates to enhance their career opportunities in industry, research establishments or
the academia.
Coursework 105

1. Science in Process Integration specialists with insights to articulate complex

1. Demonstrate continuing advanced knowledge in Science in Process Integration
2. Analyze and evaluate critically problems in Science in Process Integration
3. Appraise available information and research evidence in Science in Process
Integration and apply it in the engineering context.
4. Plan and perform research undertakings in Science in Process Integration
Process Integration.

Each student is required to complete 6 core modules, 4 modules for each specialization,
2 management elective modules and dissertation projects. The programme curriculum
structure is shown in the below table.
Table 11: MSc Process Integration Curriculum Structure

MSc PROCESS INTEGRATION
Category Course Cr Hr Status

1. EIM5022 Modelling
2 Core
2. EIM5042 Process Safety
2 Core
3. EIM5052 Optimisation
2 Core
4. EIM5012 Heat Integration
Core Modules 2 Core
5. EIM5032 Cogeneration and Site Utility
2 Core
System
4 Core
6. EIM5414 Design Projects
8 Core
7. EIM5228 MSc Dissertation
1. SFB5012 Engineering Economy 2 ME
Management
/ Business 2. SNB5012 Operations Management 2 ME
Electives 3. SNB5022 Strategic Management 2 ME
(Choose 2 only)
4. SNB5062 Multinational Business Finance 2 ME
University
1. SNB5032 Research Methodology 2 UR, P/F
Requirement
Specializations Group - Choose only 1 (one) from any of the following groups
1. EIM5173 Cleaner Production 3 TE
2. EIM5183 Environmental Design for 3 TE

Atmospheric Emissions
Environmental
Process Design 3. EIM5193 Environmental Design for Aqueous
3 TE
Emissions
4. EIM5153 Synthesis of Reaction and
Separation System 3 TE
3 TE
1. EIM5153 Synthesis of Reaction and
Separation System
Advanced 2. EIM5133 Advanced Distillation Design 3 TE
Chemical
Process Design 3. EIM5163 Design of Fine and Speciality 3 TE
Chemicals
4. EIM5143 Operability and Control
3 TE
1. EIM5113 Refinery and Petrochemical 3 TE

Processes
Refinery Design 2. EIM5123 Refinery Optimisation 3 TE
and Operation
3. EIM5133 Advanced Distillation Design 3 TE
4. EIM5143 Operability and Control 3 TE
TOTAL 38
Note
UR: University Requirement

ME: Management Elective
TE : Technical Elective
P/F: Pass or Fail
10.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : EIM5022
MODULE : Modeling
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the concepts and techniques to build mathematical models for physical and chemical
systems.
2. Perform sensitivity analysis on and evaluate the mathematical models of physical and
chemical systems for use in process design.
3. Use thermodynamic models to simulate and predict the behaviour of chemical systems.
SYNOPSIS:
Overview on Modeling Concept; Mathematical Modeling, Model Building, Developing Constitutive
relations by experiment and correlation, Sensitivity and simulation Analysis, Chemical Modeling,
Pressure-Volume-Temperature, Phase equilibrium and thermodynamic properties, Liquid phase
no ideality.
Coursework 107

MODULE : Process Safety
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify the major hazards and assess the risk encountered in the process industries.
2. Apply suitable mitigation measures to eliminate or minimize such hazards.
SYNOPSIS:
Overview on Safety, Toxic Hazards, Release Modeling, Fire and Explosion, Pressure Relief
System, Reactor Safety, Storage, Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment.

MODULE : Optimisation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Formulate different types of optimization problem.
2. Apply the optimization methods for optimum synthesis and design of chemical processes.
SYNOPSIS:
Overview on Optimisation Basics, Theory and Methods, Model Building, Applications.

MODULE : Heat Integration
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Perform energy targeting for heating and cooling utilities required by a chemical process
using basic techniques developed in Pinch Technology.
2. Designing optimal Heat Exchanger Network to achieve the targeted energy consumption
by a chemical process.
3. Apply extended techniques developed in Pinch Technology for designing optimal process
flow sheet or for retrofitting existing process for improvement.
4. Assess the economic implications of implementing various design solutions developed.
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction to Heat Integration, Energy Targets, Pinch Design Methods, Capital Cost Targeting,
Automated Design, Integration of Heat Engine and Heat Pumps, Integration of Reactors and
Separators, Process Modifications, Data Extraction.

MODULE : Cogeneration and Site Utility Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Calculate and design the elements in site utility systems.
2. Identify cogeneration potentials within site utility systems.
3. Apply the concepts, techniques to design, cogeneration and site utility systems in process.
4. Assess the economic implications of implementing various design solutions developed.
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction to Cogeneration and Site Utility Systems, Furnaces, Steam Systems, Site
Composite Curves, Optimizing Steam levels, Top Level Analysis, Site Retrofit, Gas Turbine
Integration, Driver selection, Site Power to Heat Ratio, Refrigeration Systems.

MODULE : Design Projects
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the process integration knowledge in designing and revamping of a process plant
SYNOPSIS:
Practical Aspects – applying process design tools in the design projects.
10.6.1 Environmental Process Design Specialisation

MODULE : Cleaner Production
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the methodologies for the analysis and mitigation of environmental impacts.
2. Discuss the environmental issues in the process industries.
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction, Waste Identification and Minimisation, Life Cycle Assessment, Materials Recycling,
Legislative and Economic Aspects of Cleaner Production, Industrial Ecology.

MODULE : Environmental Design for Atmospheric Emissions
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify different types of atmospheric emissions, the sources and the impacts on the
environment
2. Apply an integrated approach for the minimization of atmospheric emissions of particulates,
volatile organic compounds (VOC) and greenhouse gases from chemical processes and
sites
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction, Remediation Processes, Control of VOC, Emissions, Control of Nox, Emissions,
Control of Flue Gas Emissions.

MODULE : Environmental Design for Aqueous Emissions
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Design processes to minimize aqueous waste, with particular emphasis on how to reduce
at source, reuse, recycle and regenerate water within a chemical site.
2. Design effluent treatment systems
SYNOPSIS:
Wastewater Minimisation, Effluent Treatment System Design, Waste Minimisation.
Coursework 109

MODULE : Synthesis of Reaction –Separation Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Choose the most appropriate reactor and separator
2. Synthesize and optimise systems involving reaction and separation
3. Perform preliminary economic evaluation on the reactor and separation system
4. Reduce process hazards via intensification and attenuation of hazards
SYNOPSIS:
Process Economics, Choice of Reactor, choice of Separator, Synthesis of Reaction-Separation
Systems, Reactive Distillation, Economic trade-offs, reducing Process Hazards.
10.6.2 Advanced Chemical Process Design Specialisation

MODULE : Synthesis of Reaction –Separation Systems
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Choose the most appropriate reactor and separator
2. Synthesize and optimise systems involving reaction and separation
3. Perform preliminary economic evaluation on the reactor and separation system
4. Reduce process hazards via intensification and attenuation of hazards
SYNOPSIS:
Process Economics, Choice of Reactor, choice of Separator, Synthesis of Reaction-Separation
Systems, Reactive Distillation, Economic trade-offs, reducing Process Hazards.

MODULE : Advanced Distillation Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the mathematical model of a distillation column and the thermodynamic properties
required.
2. Perform the design of distillation column – simple and complex configuration.
3. Determine the optimal sequencing of distillation columns (simple and complex configuration)
to undertake specified separation task involving multi component mixture.
4. Perform energy analysis based on thermodynamic approach of distillation system for
process improvement.
5. Perform the analysis required for the synthesis and design of an azeotropic distillation
system.
6. Assess the economic implications of the developed solutions for the distillation design.
SYNOPSIS:
Distillation Design, Column Sequencing, Thermodynamic Analysis of the Distillation Column,
Crude Oil Distillation Design, Retrofit Design of Distillation Systems, Representation of Ternary
Mixtures, Azeotropic Distillation, Azeotropic Distillation Sequence Synthesis.

MODULE : Design of Fine and Speciality Chemicals Processes
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Perform synthesis of integrated solutions to the problems related to fine and specialty
chemicals manufacturing
2. Implement optimization techniques for the manufacturing of fine and specialty chemicals
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction, Batch Unit Operations, Bioprocess Technology, Batch Process Synthesis,
Scheduling of Batch Processes, Batch Plant Engineering, Environmental Protection.

MODULE : Operability and Control
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Model simple and moderately complex dynamic systems
2. Select an appropriate control strategy and design the key parameters for that strategy
3. Apply the control concepts and principles into design projects
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction, Control Configurations, Unit Operation Control, Control of Complete Processes,
Dynamic Behaviour, Feedback Controller Design, Model Based Control, MIMO Systems,
Operability and Continuous Process.
10.6.3 Refinery Design and Operation Specialisation

MODULE : Refinery and Petrochemical Processes
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe various process technologies used in petroleum refining and downstream
petrochemical processes.
2. Design an integrated petroleum refining and petrochemical processes to maximize process
efficiency.
SYNOPSIS:
Crude Oil and Refinery Products, Crude Oil Distillation, Octane Processes, Hydro processing,
Heavy End Processes, Light End Processes, Lube Oils, Sulphur Recovery, Petrochemical
Processes, Refinery Integration, Hydrogen Integration.
Coursework 111

MODULE : Refinery Optimisation
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Perform systematic analysis of refinery operations.
2. Implement optimization techniques for refinery debottlenecking.
SYNOPSIS:
Refinery Processes and Operation, General System Representation and Simulation, Modeling
of Large Systems, Rigorous Models vs Simple Models, Advanced Mathematical Programming,
Applications.

MODULE : Advanced Distillation Design
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the mathematical model of a distillation column and the thermodynamic properties
required.
2. Perform the design of distillation column – simple and complex configuration.
3. Determine the optimal sequencing of distillation columns (simple and complex configuration)
to undertake specified separation task involving multi component mixture.
4. Perform energy analysis based on thermodynamic approach of distillation system for
process improvement.
5. Perform the analysis required for the synthesis and design of an azeotropic distillation
system.
6. Assess the economic implications of the developed solutions for the distillation design.
SYNOPSIS:
Distillation Design, Column Sequencing, Thermodynamic Analysis of the Distillation Column,
Crude Oil Distillation Design, Retrofit Design of Distillation Systems, Representation of Ternary
Mixtures, Azeotropic Distillation, Azeotropic Distillation Sequence Synthesis.

MODULE : Operability and Control
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Model simple and moderately complex dynamic systems
2. Select an appropriate control strategy and design the key parameters for that strategy
3. Apply the control concepts and principles into design projects
SYNOPSIS:
Introduction, Control Configurations, Unit Operation Control, Control of Complete Processes,
Dynamic Behaviour, Feedback Controller Design, Model Based Control, MIMO Systems,
Operability and Continuous Process.

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
level;
SYNOPSIS:

NO. OF CREDIT : 2
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
situations;
SYNOPSIS:
Coursework 113

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:

MODULE : Multinational Business & Finance
PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the various elements involved in international Business from different perspectives.
2. Apply the principles and rules of strategic and operational managements to International
Business.
3. Analyze the comparative financial structure and organizational design and operational
systems of International Business and their relationship to performance.
4. To formulate the structural and behavioral pattern and trend of International business
SYNOPSIS:
This course is an introductory course on the management of business and international finance.
It touches upon the international structure of business and environment to prepare students
for international service and operations. This course also discusses how traditional business
functions are influenced by culture, geography and technology.

PRE-REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
SYNOPSIS:

MODULE : MSc Dissertation
PRE-REQUISITE : Final Semester Standing with minimum CGPA 3.00
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the research methods through carrying out a major project of independent research.
2. Demonstrate the applications of methods and tools acquired from the process integration
modules carrying out a project.
SYNOPSIS
Literature Review, Project Planning and methodology, students will select their projects from a
list offered.
11.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PROCESS SAFETY
11.1 Introduction
The programme has been designed to accommodate the ever-increasing demand and
a shortage of process safety professionals in Malaysia and also in Asia Pacific region.
The recent statistics in this region show a tremendous development of Major Hazard In-
stallations indicating the requirement for more industrial practitioners who could manage
process safety hazards. The main objective of this programme is to deepen understand-
ing and equip the students with advanced skills and expertise in process safety, loss
prevention and risk assessment. Therefore, by working closely with the Process Safety
professionals, centres and institutions, we have jointly developed a distinguished and
leading MSc Process Safety programme in this region.

The objective of the programme is to produce graduates who are able to apply process
safety knowledge and manage risk towards prevention, mitigation and response of major
accidents and losses in process installation

The aim of offering an MSc in Process Safety is to provide graduates and practicing
engineers with advanced knowledge for safer design and operation of processing plant
to prevent major accidents specifically fire, explosion and toxic release. Therefore, upon
graduation the candidates shall be able to:
1. Apply advanced knowledge and skills in process safety for safer design and
operation at all asset lifecycle stages
2. Investigate, analyse and solve process safety issues based on interpretation of
available data and synthesis of relevant information including lesson learned from
previous major accidents
3. Utilize a range of tools, techniques and methodologies to identify, manage, and
control process safety issues
4. Comprehend professional responsibilities and identify technical and legal
requirements for process safety practices
5. Communicate effectively on process safety activities as individual, member or a
leader in a team with the engineering community and society at large
Coursework 115

Each student is required to complete 5 core modules, 3 elective modules, 2 management
elective modules and industrial/research based projects. The programme curriculum
structure is shown in the below table.
Table 11: MSc Process Safety Curriculum Structure
MSc PROCESS SAFETY CURRICULUM

STRUCTURE
Category Course Cr Status
Hr
Core Modules 1. CAM5114 Principles of Process Safety 4 Core
Management
2. CAM5123 Principles of Hazard Analysis & 3 Core
Risk Management
3. CAM5133 System Safety Engineering 3 Core
4. CAM5144 Safe Design & Operation 4 Core
5. CAM5153 Human Factors 3 Core
6. CAM51710 Industrial/Research Based Project 10 Core
Elective Modules 1. CAM5213 Fire & Explosion Engineering 3 Elec
2. CAM5223 Industrial Hygiene Engineering 3 Elec
3. CAM5233 Quantitative Risk Assessment 3 Elec
4. CAM5243 Process Plant Integrity & Reliability 3 Elec
5. CAM5253 Incident Prevention & Emergency 3 Elec
Management
6. CAM5263 Environmental Risk & Impact 3 Elec
Assessment
7. EMM5083 Corrosion Engineering 3 Elec
Management 1. SFB5012 Engineering Economy 2 ME

/Business 2. SNB5052 Project Management 2 MH
Electives
3. SNB5022 Strategic Management 2 MH
(Choose 2 only)
TOTAL 40

11.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : CAM5114
MODULE : Principles of Process Safety Management
NO. OF REQUISITE : Nil
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Implement PSM in workplace based on regulatory and standards requirements
2. Conduct audit for improvement of PSM
3. Assess process safety performance through leading and lagging indicators
SYNOPSIS:
The course focuses on Process Safety Management (PSM) in the workplace. The course cover
topics learning from incidents, need to manage safety, regulations on PSM, PSM elements,
planning and implementing. The course will also include the measure audit and review, safety
management systems in major hazards, process safety performance measurement and safety
leadership to enhance PSM in processing industries.

MODULE : Principles of Hazard Analysis & Risk Management
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Describe principles of hazard identification and risk assessment
2. Apply appropriate techniques for hazard identification and risk analysis.
3. Evaluate risk assessment to manage risk.
SYNOPSIS:
The course is explaining about hazard analysis and risk assessment and its application to the
processing industries. The course covers topics on hazards, risk, risk analysis, probability and
reliability, hazard analysis and awareness, PHA tools (HAZOP, HAZID, FMEA etc.), bow-tie
diagrams, the principle of risk management. The course will also include the consequence
analysis, risk contributors, risk values, risks, communication and safety culture to enhance
process safety in processing industries
Coursework 117

MODULE : System Safety Engineering
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Analyse system, subsystem, operating and support hazard analysis
2. Detect and diagnose faults using FTA, ETA, FMEA, FMECA3. Evaluate risk based on
LOPA assessment and case study on SIS.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is aimed to enhance students’ knowledge of the introduction to system safety
engineering, safety performance measurement, preliminary hazard analysis, fault detection and
diagnosis. The course also covers topics on the subsystem hazard system, system hazard
analysis and operating and support hazard analysis. The analysis for failure modes and effects
and LOPA are also will be discussed.

MODULE : Safe Design & Operation
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply strategies for safe design and operation
2. Implement suitable Inherently Safer Design alternatives at different asset lifecycle stage
3. Formulate safe design strategies to prevent loss of control leading to release, fire, explosion
or runaway reaction
4. Design strategies for pressure protection and disposal system.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is aimed to enhance students’ knowledge of the designs for process safety strategies,
a layer of protection and inherently safer design strategies. The course also covers topics on the
pressure relief system and sizing and relief piping and disposal system. The designs to prevent
fire and explosion, dust explosion and runaway reaction are also will be discussed.

MODULE : HUMAN FACTORS
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Assess human factors that contribute to major accidents
2. Use appropriate human factor approaches to prevent accidents
3. Assess and improve safety culture in workplace.
SYNOPSIS:
The course is explaining how human factors influences human behaviour in a way which can
affect process safety performance at all levels of an organisation. The course covers topics on
human factors’ key issues, factors affecting human performance and systematic approaches
in predicting and reducing human error. The course will also include case studies to assess
human error in the process industry and propose human error prevention techniques to
enhance process safety.

MODULE : Industrial/Research Based Project
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply the knowledge and skills on process safety aspects to solve the project independently
2. Communicate effectively on process safety issues through written and presentation of the
project.
SYNOPSIS:
supervision of a faculty member and/or a supervisor from the industry. The student is expected
to review the subject, propose an experimental or analytical plan and follow that through to
feasibility study, investigation, design / simulation, test and implementation. Each student must
prepare a comprehensive technical report, present and demonstrate findings and results of the
project work.
Coursework 119
11.6 Elective Modules

MODULE : Fire & Explosion Engineering
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Assess fire and explosion hazards
2. Implement fire and explosion prevention and protection systems
3. Formulate fire and explosion protection management systems.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is aimed to enhance students’ knowledge of the fundamental theory
of fires and explosion and fire hazard analysis. It also covers topics on fire risk
assessment, protection and prevention strategies, the installation, inspection,
testing and maintenance of fire and explosion protections.

MODULE : Industrial Hygiene Engineering
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the legal and standard of health and safety in Malaysia and the international
standards.
2. Assess the health hazards to prevent possible injuries and illness
3. Apply safety principles on new and existing design related to industrial hygiene.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers the following topics: building and facilities; ergonomics, material handling
and storage; machine guarding; welding; electrical hazards and noise.

MODULE : Quantitative Risk Assessment
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Identify relevant principles for quantitative risk assessment
2. Perform quantitative risk assessment according to the regulations and standard
requirements
3. Apply appropriate methods and processes for risk control and reduction.
SYNOPSIS:
This course provides the opportunity to learn about risk, the applications of risk involved with
industrial activities, and how to practice risk-informed decisionmaking and risk management.
Because engineering is a decision-making enterprise, a decision-making way of thinking is
used throughout the course.

MODULE : Process Plant Integrity & Plant Reliability
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Classify, synthesize and detect failures
2. Evaluate and implement reliability models in design and operation
3. Strategize and develop reliable maintenance program.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is aimed to enhance students’ knowledge on system failure prediction, failure
rate data and synthesis of failure, types of uncertainty, reliability concept and theory. The
course also covers topics on the failure distribution, mean time between failure, structural
reliability and availability modelling. The strategy for equipment critically, assessment and
maintenance also will be discussed.
Coursework 121

MODULE : Incident Prevention & Emergency Management
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Classify the types and level of emergencies
2. Develop emergency response planning system
3. Perform incident investigation.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers the following topics: natural and man-made emergencies and disaster;
managing and planning, controlling, financial risk in major accident hazard; fire emergency
response; communication and evacuation procedure; emergency operation and management;
emergency plan and preparedness; incident investigation and use of incident statistics

MODULE : Environmental Risk & Impact Assessment
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Apply appropriate methods and processes for managing containment and spills of
hazardous waste
2. Assess hazardous waste site emergencies and apply techniques to handle and response
to the situations
3. Perform Environmental Impact Assessment according to the regulations and standard
requirements
SYNOPSIS:
This course explains about the container and spill management and containers of hazardous
waste. The course also covers topics on the clean-up of spills and hazardous waste site
emergencies. The environmental control, noise and environmental impact assessment are
also will be discussed.

MODULE : Corrosion Engineering
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Explain the various corrosion mechanisms & prevention methods
2. Describe various corrosion forms
3. Explain different corrosion testing methods
4. Justify appropriate corrosion prevention methods for any corrosion case given
5. Describe different degradation of materials.
SYNOPSIS:
This course covers corrosion principles & theory, forms of corrosion, corrosion prevention,
corrosion testing, and corrosion in specific environments.

MODULE : Project Management
MODULE OUTCOMES:
1. Synthesize the different components involved in Project Management
2. Design cost effective projects based on application of Project Management concepts,
practices & approaches
3. Identify, evaluate, interpret, implement and control project outputs from a financial
perspective using the analytical tools and techniques
4. Construct and organize the inter-related components of project management in making
decisions when leading projects.
SYNOPSIS:
This course is designed to equip students with the tools and techniques in project management
in the energy industry.
This course will give students the opportunity to understand and apply the components in
project management i.e. integration, scope, time, cost, quality, resource, risk, procurement
and HSE. Students will also be able to apply relevant tools and techniques to manage energy
projects in a cost effective manner.
Coursework 123

MODULE OUTCOMES:
3. Discuss and solve problems related to the advanced topics such as interests,
depreciation, income taxes, effect of inflation, tools for evaluating alternatives, capital
financing, replacement analysis and project risk and uncertainty
SYNOPSIS:
methodology and application of the various methods as well as discussion on issues related
to the economics of various engineering projects.

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1.1 LIST OF PROGRAMMES

2.0 THE DURATION OF CANDIDACY FOR MASTER

Table 1: Type of Duration of Candidacy

2.1 Project & Dissertation

2.2 Graduation Requirements (Standardize)

3.0 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN ENERGY MANAGEMENT

The MBA-EM programme is 5 trimesters, 50 credit hours, 20 months programme with

3.2 Programme Objective

3.3 Programme Outcomes

3.4 Programme Curriculum Structure

Table 2: MBA-EM Curriculum Structure

3.5 Specialization Modules

3.6 Enrolment Mode

3.7 Graduation Requirements

3. Satisfy all requirements as approved by Senate

COURSE CODE : GAM 5023

COURSE CODE : GAM 5113

COURSE CODE : GAM 5123

COURSE CODE : GAM 5133

COURSE CODE : GAM 5213

COURSE CODE : GAM 5223

COURSE CODE : GAM 5313

COURSE CODE : GAM 5323

3.9 Energy Management Specialization Module

COURSE CODE : GAM 5043

COURSE CODE : GAM 5243

COURSE CODE : GAM 5143

COURSE CODE : GAM 5233

3.10 Management Consultancy Project (MBA Capstone Project)

Capstone Consultancy Project (4 credits)

COURSE CODE : SNB5032

4.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE

4.2 Programme Objective

4.3 Programme Outcomes

4.4 Programme Curriculum Structure

Table 3: MSc Asset Management & Maintenance Curriculum Structure

Management 9. SNB5012 Operations Management 2

4.5 Core Modules

COURSE CODE : EMM5023

COURSE CODE : EMM5033

COURSE CODE : EMM5063

4.6 Technical Electives

COURSE CODE : EMM5083

COURSE CODE : EMM5093

COURSE CODE : EMM5103

4.7 Management Elective Course

COURSE CODE : SNB5012

COURSE CODE : SFB5012

4.8 University Requirement

4.9 Dissertation Project

5.0 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DRILLING ENGINEERING

5.2 Programme Objective

development through continuous improvement and innovation for the betterment of

5.3 Programme Outcomes

5.4 Programme Curriculum Structure

Table 5: Msc in Drilling Engineering Curriculum Structure

1. DAM 5253 Well Construction 3