ACADEMIC

GUIDEbook
CENTRE FOR DEGREE AND FOUNDATION STUDIES
SESSION 2023/2024

Foundation
Programme

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 FOUNDATION PROGRAMME UTM

ACADEMIC GUIDEBOOK

Edition: 2023/2024
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NOTE:
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CENTRE FOR DEGREE AND FOUNDATION STUDIES (PPI)

School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPACE)

UTMSPACE Johor Bahru UTMSPACE Kuala Lumpur

Level 4 & 5, Block T05 Block N,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Kuala Lumpur
81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra,
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 CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE

NATIONAL EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY i

UNIVERSITY PHILOSOPHY, VISSION, MISSION, STRATEGIC THRUSTS AND CORE ii
VALUES
SPACE VISION, MISSION, MOTTO AND CORE VALUES iii
UTM GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES iv
FACILITIES IN UTM JOHOR BAHRU v
FACILITIES IN UTM KUALA LUMPUR vii
WELCOMING SPEECH viii
FOUNDATION PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE 1
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE 2
LIST OF ACADEMIC STAFF 5

Programme Specifications 8
MQA Accreditation 17
Academic Session 18
Curriculum Structure 19
Course Synopsis 20
Grading System 25
Academic Standing 26
Academic Advisory 27
 NATIONAL EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY

Education in Malaysia is an on-going effort towards further developing the

potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner, so as to produce
individuals who are intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced
and harmonious, based on a firm belief in and devotion to God. Such an effort is
designed to produce Malaysian citizens who are knowledgeable and competent,
who possess high moral standards, and who are responsible and capable of
achieving high level of personal well-being as well being able to contribute to the
harmony and betterment of the family, the society, and the nation at large.

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UNIVERSITY PHILOSOPHY, VISSION, MISSION, STRATEGIC THRUSTS
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SPACE VISION, MISSION, MOTTO AND CORE VALUES

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UTM GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

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 FACILITIES IN UTM JOHOR BAHRU

1) UTM FACILITIES

(a) Library
There are two main libraries in UTM:
• Perpustakaan Sultanah Zanariah (PSZ) - The newly developed digital library system to support INFOLAN, the library’s automated
system is complemented with easy access to the electronic information.
• Perpustakaan Raja Zarith Sofia (PRZS) - PRZS in the newest branch of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Library. It is a
designated research library for the university.

(b) Online Learning System (e-Learning)

Students can have access lecture notes, quizzes and assignments of all courses offered online. The e-learning can also serves as
platform for students to conduct educational forum or discussions with other students or interact with their lecturer after class.

(c) Executive Program Academic Management System (TEAMS)

An academic information management called TEAMS has been used for registration, course scheduling, management of students’
course grades and record keeping of every student in UTM.

2) STUDENT SUPPORT FACILITIES

(a) Hostel
There are 11 residential colleges in UTM Johor Bahru main campus to accommodate all undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Among the facilities provided at each residential college are a cafeteria, a multipurpose hall, a Muslim prayer room, tennis courts, an
internet and computer center, a convenient store and a common room besides other facilities in the students’ rooms.

(b) Sport and Recreational Centres

UTM houses ten different recreational centers and gardens for the purpose of students and staff recreational and motivational outdoor
activities. These include recreational forest, orchard and nursery, herbal garden, tropical garden, deer garden, equestrian center, golf
driving range, children playground and camping area. These are various sport facilities available at UTM. The indoor sports facilities
include squash and badminton courts and a gymnasium, whilst the outdoor facilities include volleyball, netball, basketball and tennis
courts, as well as full-sized fields for soccer, rugby and cricket. UTM has its own sport stadium and swimming pool. In addition,
university also provides a varied array of clubs and societies ranging from cultural to recreational to suit the varied interests of the
students.

(c) Health Centre

The Health Centre in UTM offers various services such as dental, outpatient, maternity and pediatric clinics. It also caters for
emergency and haemodialysis treatments and radiology checkups. The health centre is open from Monday to Saturday and closed
on Sunday as well as public holidays.

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(d) Transportation
The University also provides transport services for students to commute from their on-campus residential colleges or off-campus
accommodation to classes. There are more than 30 buses that provide services from 7.15 am to 11.30 pm every day. The off-campus
residential areas covered by the service include Taman Universiti, Taman Sri Skudai, Taman Sri Pulai, Taman Teratai, Taman Desa
Skudai and Taman Sri Putri. In addition, there are also public buses such as the Transit Link and Maju bus companies, which ply
between Taman Universiti via the ring road of the campus to Johor Bahru City Centre.

(e) Student Centres

Student Centres are located at Student Union Building (SUB). All student societies have an office for their administration. All student
activities are governed by the Office of Student Affairs (HEP).

(f) Mosque
The construction of the Sultan Ismail Mosque began in 1986 and was completed in 1990. The mosque can accommodate about
10,000 worshippers and has many facilities such as mini-library, seminar rooms, lecture hall, morgue and offices. The planning of the
Skudai campus was based on the concept of centralising the main activities of common interests around the mosque. The mosque
is located right at the centre of the campus surrounded by other buildings within walking distance, and is the most outstanding building
of the university. Its location at the centre of the campus is in line with the concept of Islamic learning in which the mosque is the
source of the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge and in life as well with the university motto, “For God and Mankind”.

(g) Dining
UTM campus have at least 30 food centre (cafeterias), where the student can have breakfast, lunch as well as dinner at a discounted
student rate. Some cafeteria is special and open 24 hours a day and some even offering western food style. Average spending on
food per meal is RM5.00. If you prefer canned drink, the canteen is everywhere inside the academics area. The cafeteria are a walking
distances from the hostels. There are more than 100 catering outlets across the campus, including air-conditioned restaurants,
cafeterias, fast-food restaurants selling a whole variety of food including traditional Malay, Chinese, Indian and Western cuisines.
There are many shops on campus including bookstores, photocopy centers, mobile phone centers, news agents, launderettes, hair
dressing and beauty saloons, computer shops, travel agencies and more than 20 mini grocery stores, mostly within the students’
residential colleges. Just outside UTM campus, through second gate (you have to go through padang kawad), there is McDonald
Family Restaurant that open 24Hr per day.

(h) Bank & Post Office

CIMB Bank becoming an official bank for UTM. But there are have ATM/Teller booth machine of Bank Simpanan Nasional, Maybank
and Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad in the campus. One post office is located inside the campus, inside student union building. Pos-Laju
and pay-bill services are there, and they open post office for the whole weeks office hour, except Sunday.

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 FACILITIES IN UTM KUALA LUMPUR

UTM Kuala Lumpur Library

UTM Kuala Lumpur Library is a branch library situated at UTMKL, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur. Currently, the library has
28 staffs comprises of 6 professionals and 22 support staff. Among the services offered are Reference and Research Support
Consultant, Library Information Skill Classes, Literature Searching Workshop, Electronic Databases and Inter-Library Loan (ILL). The
library also provide the facilities to the users such as Research Carrel (10 rooms), Carrel Room (22 rooms), Discussion Room (12
rooms), Seminar Room (4 rooms), Information Searching Lab, Reading Area, Computer Zone (130 computers) and 24 hours Study
Room. To ease the process of borrowing books and printed materials in the library, users could use the Online Public Access Catalog
(OPAC) which is called LESTARI. It helps users to find the materials online. The library portal can be accessed via ent.library.utm.my.

Undergraduates Affairs Office

Responsible in students’ activity management, sponsorship, loans, health, accommodation, welfare, and undergraduates discipline.

Undergraduates Clinic
Students could receive health services besides going to the government hospitals.]

Accommodation
Kediaman Siswa Jaya (KSJ) is situated at Setapak Jaya which is 2km from UTMKL and could accommodate 3000 students. Bus
service is provided for students to go to the campus from 6.45am to 10.45 pm. There are also food court, mosque, minimart, laundry,
mini cinema, and sports facilities provided for students.

Transportation
Bus service is provided from KSJ to the main campus according to students’ lectures timetable. The journey from KSJ to UTMKL
takes about 20
minutes.

Sports and Recreation

This facility is handled by Sports Unit. The unit is responsible in expanding and developing sports culture among students besides
encouraging
positive moral values among students and staff.

Mosque
UTMKL mosque provides consultancy services to individuals, society and institution inside and outside university.

Students Minimart
These shops are situated in the campus and in the students’ hostel.

Electronic Banking Central

Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) are available in the campus for students and staff.

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 WELCOMING SPEECH

In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful,

I am very pleased to welcome all the new students to the Foundation Programme Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM).

Congratulations for being among the privileged of the candidates to get the opportunity as pioneer students to study in matriculation
programme at UTM. I am pleased to announce the Foundation Programme UTM is the first matriculation UTM badge and your arrival
at UTM marks a new chapter in the story of your life.

The preceding chapters were largely written by others include your parents, guardians, families, lecturers and the like. Now you will
be the principal author of the next chapter in corresponds to have the opportunity to determine your own direction, the plot and the
tempo of after completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). At the heart of the success of Foundation Programme UTM lies its academic
and support staff who are relentless and innovative in their effort to produce the best talents within an exciting, productive, challenging
and sustainable learning environment. Throughout this matriculation UTM, we are committed in our mission to nurture students into
a global citizen by designing competitive 21st Century Curriculum in line with 4th Industrial Revolution.

I wish that you will remain focused on achieving academic success, be actively engaged inside and outside of the classroom, be open
to new and challenging experiences, conduct yourself in accordance with our core values, seek help when needed, and don’t forget
to make learning time excitement during the learning study at UTM. I sincerely hope this Student Academic Handbook is a valuable
as a reference to entry requirements, curriculum, and career path after graduated from here. It’s going to be a great year and we look
forward for supporting your academic and personal success at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia!

I wish you all the best in your studies and future undertakings.
Thank you and best regards.

Professor Dr. Nazri bin Ali

Chair,
School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPACE)

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 FOUNDATION PROGRAMME AT A GLANCE

The UTM Foundation Programme is a one-year academic programme from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). It is offered by the
School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPACE). It offers students an alternative choice of pre-university education, other
than matriculation, the Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM), and other foundation programmes recognized by the Malaysian
government.

The UTM Foundation Programme is offered in full time mode. Students attend lectures, complete assignments, and undergo periodical
tests and end-of-semester examinations, similar to their counterparts in other pre-university education pathways. The total credit hour
of the UTM Foundation Programme is 50 credit hours. In the first semester, students enroll in four subjects with a total of 10 credit
hours. In the second and third semester, students enroll in 7 subjects with a total of 20 credit hours for each semester. It takes a year
to complete the UTM Foundation Programme. The students’ academic load is spread over a course of three semesters.

Students under the UTM Foundation Programme study a mixture of subjects in the sciences and engineering, as well as English,
academic writing, and selected general education subjects. This foundation programme will prepare them for their next education
pathway in Bachelor’s degree at UTM. Subject to their academic achievement, they may choose to enroll in science, engineering and
technology academic programmes, or social science programmes offered by UTM-IDP.

The UTM Foundation Programme is open to both Malaysians and international students. The programme will be conducted at the
UTM Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur campuses for Physical Science, Life Science and Social Science Fields.

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ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

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 ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE

Position Name
Chair Prof. Dr. Nazri bin Ali
[email protected]
07-531 8010
Deputy Chair (Academic) Dr. Lily Suriani binti Mohd Arif
[email protected]
07-531 8020
General Manager Mohd Azri bin Johan
[email protected]
Head of Department (Degree Programmes) Nordalela binti Danil
[email protected]
Head of Department (UTM-IDP) Noor Asma binti Husain
[email protected]
Head of Department (Pre-Degree Programme) Adrian Syah bin Halifi
[email protected]
Senior Executive Mohd Fairos bin Mohd Nawawi
[email protected]
07-531 8069
Senior Executive Norhidayah binti Mohd Noor Hussain
[email protected]
07-531 8061
Executive Nurul Athma binti Mohd Shukry
[email protected]
07-531 8061
Executive Assistant Norizan binti Abu Bakar
[email protected]
07-531 8061
Senior Administrative Assistant Nur Faradiana binti Ruhazat
[email protected]
07-531 7061
Administrative Assistant Natasha binti Muhammad
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant Nur Serena binti Md Nizam
[email protected]
Executive Assistant (KL Campus) Zakhirah binti Muda
[email protected]
03-2728 6582
Executive Assistant (KL Campus) Umi Natasha binti Kamalrozaman
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant (KL Campus) Ummu Habibah binti Ahmad
[email protected]

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HEAD OF PROGRAMME & COORDINATOR

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 LIST OF ACADEMIC STAFF
1. Mohd Azri bin Johan 7. Nordalela binti Danil
Lecturer Lecturer
Master of Technology Management (Yamaguchi M.Sc. (IT Management) (UTM)
University) Bachelor Computer Science (Software Engineering) (UPM)
Bachelor in Management (Technology) (UTM) [email protected]
[email protected] Head of Department (Degree Programme)
General Manager
8. Nor Naimah binti Shaari
2. Dr. Noorhasyimah binti Ismail Executive Academic
Senior Lecturer M.Sc. (Solid State Physics) (USM)
B.Sc. (Microbiology) (UKM) B.Sc. (Physics) (USM)
MiM (IT) (UPM [email protected]
Ph.D in Management (Brunel University London, UK) Coordinator (Physical Science)
[email protected]
9. Khairul Rijal bin Razali
3. Dr. Siti Munira binti Jamil Lecturer
Senior Lecturer M.Sc. (Polymer Engineering) (UTM)
Ph.D. (Gas Engineering) (UTM) B.Sc. (Chemistry) (UTM)
M.Sc. (Chemical) (UTM) [email protected]
B.Sc. (Chemical) (UTM) Coordinator (Life Science Science)
[email protected]
10. Nur Liyana binti Zakaria
4. Dr. Norazlina binti Mohd Yasin Lecturer
Senior Lecturer M.Phil (Language and Communication) (UTM)
Ph.D (Management) (UTM) Bachelor in Applied Language Studies (English for
M.B.A (Marketing) (Malaysia Open University) Professional Communication) (UiTM)
B.Sc. (Computer Science) (UTM) [email protected]
[email protected] Coordinator (Social Science)

5. Adrian Syah bin Halifi 11. Mohd Norzihan bin Zianal

Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Engineering Mathematics) (UTM) M.B.A (UUM)
B.Sc. (Mathematics) (UTM) B.B.A (Marketing) (UMS)
[email protected] [email protected]
Head of Department (Pre-Degree Programme) Head of Programme BGS

6. Noor Asma binti Husain 12. Farah Farhanah binti Mohd Rozadi
Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Computer Science) (UTM) M.B.A (UiTM)
B.Sc. (Computer Science) (UTM) Bachelor of Accountancy (UiTM)
[email protected] [email protected]
Head of Department (UTM-IDP) Head of Programme BBA (IB)

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13. Ainaa Farhana binti Ramli 20. Siti Zhafirah binti Zainal
Lecturer Lecturer
M.B.A (UTM) M.Sc. (Mathematics)(Numerical Analysis) (UPM)
B.B.A (UUM) B.Sc. (Mathematics) (UPM)
[email protected] [email protected]
Coordinator OF BBA (IB) (Part-Time Programme Head of Programme UTM-IDP

14. Aina Mardziah binti Ahmad Rifa’i 21. Noor Hayati binti Mohd Zain
Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Biotechnology) (UTM) M.Sc. (Computer Science) (UTM)
B.Sc. (Chemistry) (UTM) B.Sc. (Computer Science) (UTM)
[email protected] [email protected]

15. Noor Syuhaida binti Ibrahim 22. Siti Nur Shahida binti Ab Rahim
Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Physics) (UiTM) M.B.A (International Business) (UPM)
B.Sc. (Physics) (UiTM) B.B.A (International Business) (UiTM)
[email protected] [email protected]

16. Mohd Kamal bin Yusoff 23. ‘Aaishah Radziah binti Jamaludin
Lecturer Lecturer
M.B.A (UiTM) M.Sc. (Mathematics) (UTM)
B.B.A (Marketing) (UiTM) B.Sc. (Health Physics) (UTM)
[email protected] [email protected]

17. Siti Musleha binti Ab Mutalib 24. Nurul Izzaty binti Mohd. Yunus
Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Mathematics) (UiTM) M.Sc. (Mathematics) (UTM)
B.Sc. (Computational Mathematics) (UiTM) B.Sc. (Industrial Mathematics) (UTM)
[email protected] [email protected]

18. Azhan Zulfadhli bin Handeri 25. Nur ‘Ain Najihah binti Maarof
Lecturer Lecturer
Master of Corporate Communication (UPM) M.Sc. (Applied Physics) (UKM)
B.Ed. (TESL) (UPM) B.Sc. (Physics) (UKM)
[email protected] [email protected]

19. Nadzirah Husna binti Mohd Taib 26. Nor Amalina binti Ponijan
Lecturer Lecturer
M.Sc. (Inorganic Chemistry) (Nanotechnology) (University of M.B.A (UiTM)
Claude Bernard Lyon, France) B.B.A (UiTM)
B.Sc. (Chemistry) (University of Aix-Marseille, France) [email protected]
[email protected]

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27. Fatin Shaqira binti Abdul Hadi 35. Nur Hazirah binti Mohd Bahkri
Executive Academic Lecturer
M.Sc. (Physics Photonic) (UTHM) M.Sc. (Mathematics) (USM)
B.Sc. (Applied Physics) (UTHM) B.Sc. (Mathematics) (UiTM)
[email protected] [email protected]

28. Wan ‘Atikah binti Wan Ibrisam Fikry 36. Muinnudin bin Mohd Kamal
Executive Academic Lecturer
Bachelor of Human Science (English Language & Literature) M.Sc. (Polisi Pertanian) (UPM)
(IIUM) Bachelor of Economics (UPM)
[email protected] [email protected]

29. Nur Azreen binti Saidon 37. Haninah I'ni binti Hamdan
Executive Academic Executive Academic
M.Phi.Sc. (Biology) (UTM) B.Ed. (TESL) (UNISEL)
B.Sc. (Biology) (UTM) [email protected]
[email protected]
38. Nurhazlin binti Azman
30. Nur Syuhada binti Ismail Executive Academic
Executive Academic B.Sc. (Chemistry) (UTM)
M.Sc (Chemistry) (UKM) [email protected]
B.Sc. (Pure Chemistry) (USM)
[email protected] 39. Mohd Azraei bin Md Yusuf
Lecturer
31. Nurfarah Faqihah binti Mansor Master in Business Law (UKM)
Executive Academic Degree in Law (UNISZA)
M.Phi. (Physics) (UTM) [email protected]
B.Sc. (Physics) (UTM)
[email protected] 40. Norul Huda binti Mat Rashid
Lecturer
32. Sabrun Jamil bin Sakip M.Sc. (Human Resource Development) (UTM)
Lecturer Bachelor of Social Work Management (UUM)
M.Sc. (Engineering Mathematics) (UTM) [email protected]
B.Sc. (Mathematics) (UTM)
[email protected] 41. Nurul Hidayah binti Abd Razak
Executive Academic
33. Humaira binti Hairudin B.Sc. (Chemical Science) (UMT)
Lecturer [email protected]
Master of Information Technology Specialization
Information Technology Management (UTM) 42. Farah Hamizah binti Muhd Zaimi
Bachelor of Information Technology (UTHM) Lecturer
[email protected] M.Ed. (TESL) (UiTM)
Bachelor of Human Sciences in English Language and
34. Nursyazwani binti Mohamad Sukri Literature (UIA)
Lecturer [email protected]
M.Sc. (Advanced Materials) (UiTM)
B.Sc. (Physics) (UiTM)
[email protected]

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Download here: Malay Version | English Version

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 ACADEMIC SESSION

SEMESTER JULY
Lectures (Part 1) 8 weeks
Mid-Semester Break 1 week
Lectures (Part 2) 8 weeks
Revision Week* 1 week
Final Examinations* 1 week
Final Break for Semester I 2 weeks
Total 21 weeks
SEMESTER DECEMBER
Lectures (Part 1) 8 weeks
Mid-Semester Break 1 week
Lectures (Part 2) 8 weeks
Revision Week* 1 week
Final Examinations 1 week
Final Break for Semester I 2 weeks
Total 21 weeks
SEMESTER MAY
Lectures 7 weeks
Revision Week* 1 week
Final Examinations* 1 week
Final Break for Semester I 1 week
Total 10 weeks
TOTAL 52 weeks

* Subject to change.

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SESSION 2023/2024 (DECEMBER 2023 INTAKE)

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 COURSE SYNOPSIS

FSPM 0014: INTERMEDIATE MATHEMATICS

This course provides a solid foundation of basic mathematics prior to pursuance of any mathematics at university level. It comprises
of various topic such as Logic, Number System, Polynomials, Inequalities, Functions and Graphs, Trigonometry, Conic Sections,
Matrices, Vectors and Complex Numbers. The intention is to equip students with the necessary tools required for further mathematics
and engineering courses.

FSPK 0012: COMPUTER LITERACY

This course introduces information systems (IS) and technology (IT) as well as its uses in daily life both at home and at work. Various
aspect of IS and IT consist of hardware, software, network, communications, internet, and systems applications will be introduced. At
the end of the course, student should be able to distinguish basic IS/IT component and applications.

FSPE 0012: GENERAL ENGLISH

This General English course emphasizes on developing interest and confidence building among the students through the integration
of the four language skills. It focuses on enhancing students’ productive and receptive skills through student centered activities.
Grammar activities will be incorporated to develop students’ language skills. At the end of this course, students should be able to
improve their ability to communicate in English in various everyday situations, such as travelling, socializing, following different
interests and hobbies, etc.

FSPM 0024: CALCULUS

This course provides a solid foundation of basic calculus prior to pursuance of any mathematics at university level. It comprises of
various topic such as Limits and continuity of functions, Differentiations, Integrations, Differential Equations and Numerical Methods.
The intention is to equip students with the necessary tools required for further mathematics and engineering courses.

FSPP 0014: PHYSICS I

The course provides the basic theory and practice of concepts in physics which comprises kinematics, static, dynamics, fluid dynamics,
properties of matter and heat. The concepts will be applied to linear, planar, circular, rotational and simple harmonic motion. The
properties of matter flow of fluid and heat phenomenon will also be discussed. The physical laws involved will be explained so that
they may be applied in solving various related problems. Upon completion, students should be able to describe, analyse, discuss and
apply the concepts and laws introduced to solve related physical problems.

FSPP 0022: PHYSICS PRACTICAL I

Students perform experiments related to the physics of mechanics, electricity and magnetism. These experiments will be performed
either in a group or individually. At the end of each experiment, the students present a technical report which describes the experiment,
the analysis and the findings. Upon completion, the students should have the ability to relate the experiment to the theory learned in
Physics class, that is, mechanics, electricity and magnetism, perform an experimental analysis on the laboratory works and write
technical reports.

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FSPC 0014: CHEMISTRY I
This course introduces students to fundamental and basic concepts in chemistry, units and dimensions, reaction stoichiometry and
concentration. The underlying theories and principles of electronic structure of atoms, periodic properties of elements, chemical
bonding, bonding theories and states of matter are also discussed.

FSPC 0022: CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL I

The emphasis of this course is to expose the students to the understanding of the fundamental chemistry through experiments
conducted in the laboratory. The experiments in this course are designed in a step-by-step manner for easy understanding and
working in the laboratory and also to built-up the student’s technical skills. The experiments contain the basic laboratory techniques
and core chemical principles, such as apparatus precision and measurement technique, titration, qualitative and quantitative analysis,
data analysis involving many variables, and analyzing chemical reactions. The fundamental topics cover in the Chemistry Practical I
including Stoichiometry, Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding and State of Matter. In addition, this course is aimed to promote good
working attitudes such as being disciplined, careful and precise in laboratory investigations.

FSPI 0012: PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

This course is designed to build knowledge, application, communication, and teamwork. All of these skills are built through the learning
and assignment activities set out to achieve course learning outcomes which covered the ability to discuss the philosophy of science
and technology from the conceptual and historical aspects. This course discusses the concept of philosophy and philosophy of
knowledge according to Islamic and Western scholars, the classification of philosophy which includes epistemology, ontology, and
axiology. Also discussed are science from concept point, science from Islamic perspective, methodology in Islamic science, and
comparison between Islamic science, Western science, and modern science. The next discussion is about technology from a
conceptual perspective, development history, solutions to current issues, and the relationship between technology and divinity. Also
included in the scope of this discussion are human- related matters from conceptual point of view, human creation process, human
status and responsibility. This course also addresses scientist achievements in science and technology. Knowledge, application, and
communication skills are measured through tests and final examinations and tasks pertaining to philosophy of science and technology.

FSPE 0022: ACADEMIC LISTENING AND SPEAKING

This course focuses on the skills of listening to academic lectures and talks, as well as aspects of style and structures, to help students
perform effectively and competently in the academic contexts. It also focuses on speaking skills such as participating in group
discussions and giving academic oral presentations as to prepare students to speak confidently and fluently in academic settings.
This course also aims to raise students’ proficiency by having in-class practices and by exploiting a variety of materials in varied
academic situations.

FSPM 0034: STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY

This is an introductory course in statistics. Topics covered are descriptive statistics, counting techniques, probability, random variables
and probability distributions. Students are introduced to basic definitions and concepts in statistics. Students learn to differentiate
between permutations & combinations, calculate the probability of events, and identify binomial, Poisson & normal distributions.
Normal approximations of the binomial and the Poisson distributions are also highlighted.

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FSPP 0034: PHYSICS II
The course begins with the introduction of electric forces and the field of electricity and magnetism is covered in detail. Optics covers
both geometrical and physical optics. It continues into the basics in atomic physics and then into nuclear physics. Finally, the course
ends with radioactivity. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these concepts and laws introduced to solve related
physical problems.

FSPP 0042: PHYSICS PRACTICAL II

Students perform experiments related to the physics of Thermodynamics, Optics and Modern Physics. These experiments will be
performed either in a group or individually. At the end of each experiment, the students present a technical report which describes the
experiment, the analysis and the findings. Upon completion, the students should have the ability to relate the experiment to the theory
learned in Physics class, that is, perform an experimental analysis on the laboratory works and write technical reports.

FSPC 0034: CHEMISTRY II

This course is the extension of Chemistry I. It emphasizes the theories and principles related to topics in Physical Chemistry;
Thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry. At the end of the course, students will
be introduced to the basic knowledge of organic chemistry.

FSPC0042: CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL II

The emphasis of this course is to expose the students to the understanding of the second part of the fundamental chemistry through
experiments conducted in the laboratory. The experiments in this course are designed in a step-by- step manner for easy
understanding and working in the laboratory and also to built-up the student’s technical skills. The experiments contain the basic
laboratory techniques and core chemical principles, such as; apparatus precise ion and measurement technique, titration, qualitative
and quantitative analysis, data manipulation involving many variables, and analyzing chemical reactions. The fundamental topics
cover in the Chemistry Practical II including Chemical Equilibrium, Acid and Base, Chemical Kinetics, Chemical Energetics,
Electrochemistry and Organic Chemistry. In addition, this course is aimed to promote good working attitudes such as being disciplined,
careful and precise in laboratory investigations.

FSPK 0022: FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING

This course equips the students with theory and practice on problem solving techniques. Students are required to develop programs
using C++ programming language, in order to solve simple to moderate problems. The course covers the following: preprocessor
directives, constants and variables, data types, input and output statements, text files, control structures: sequential, selection and
loop, builtin and user-defined functions.

FSPE 0032: ACADEMIC READING AND WRITING SKILLS

The course is designed to help improve students’ ability to read, write and think in academic settings regardless of what major or
degree they will be pursuing. It prepares students to embark on university study by focusing on transferable literacy skills which are
important for academic success. This course aims to improve students’ abilities in reading comprehension, building spelling and
vocabulary skills, and writing well-formed simple, compound and complex sentences, and well-organized paragraphs. Attention is
paid to skills such as identifying the main idea and supporting ideas, extracting Information for note-making purpose, and using
contextual clues for vocabulary. Emphasis is also placed on the writing process, in which students move from writing well-formed
simple and compound sentences to well-formed complex sentences and then well-organized paragraphs with topic sentences,

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supporting details, and a conclusion. Readings are from a variety of texts such as academic and non -academic selections that often,
along with discussions, form the basis of student writing.

FSPS 0042: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

This course is designed to introduce accounting concepts to students such as accounting equation, double entry system, ledger and
journals, types of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and capital. At the end of the course, students should be able to demonstrate
and apply knowledge by preparing all common accounts in business, trading and profit and loss report, income statement and
statement of financial position.

FSPS 0052: COST ACCOUNTING

This course is designed to provide basic knowledge about cost accounting. It will cover various topics including cost terms, concept,
cost behaviour and cost analysis. Analysis includes variance analysis, BEP, product costing, product pricing, profit planning, budgeting
and performance evaluation. Student should be able to identify the relevant and irrelevant costs and benefits to make a decision.

FSPB 0034: BIOLOGY

This course introduces students to the important principles and concepts in biology. Part I comprises molecules of life, cell structure
and function, genetic inheritance, population genetics, expression of biological information, mutation and recombinant DNA
technology. Part II covers various biological processes which include cellular respiration, photosynthesis, gaseous exchange, transport
system, homeostasis, coordination and immunity. This is to equip students with basic knowledge in fundamental biology before they
go to a biology-related program at a higher level.

FSPB 0042: BIOLOGY PRACTICAL

This course emphasizes on the understanding of the fundamental biology through experiments conducted in the laboratory.
Fundamental topics covers in the Biology Practical 1 include basic biochemistry (molecules of life), genetics and recombinant DNA
technology. Student will have to perform experiments, observe and record findings as well as to prepare a laboratory report complete
with analysis. At the end of the course, student should be able to relate the experiments to theory learned in Biology 1 class, which is
crucial for the better understanding on the topic contents.

FSPB 0034: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

This course is designed to prepare students with a basic understanding of the theories and principles by which businesses are
organised and managed in modern society. It relates with management theories and practices of planning, organising, leading and
controlling (POLC), organisational design and communication within business entities. Students will develop competency in analyzing
business organisations both in terms of their internal functioning and interaction with the environment.

FSPS 0044: INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS

This course introduces the basic concepts of economics with a focus on the most important tools in economics. It teaches the
application of basic economics principles. It aims to equip students who are embarking on a first-degree tertiary education with an
understanding of the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics necessary to analyze real world economic issues.

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FSPQ 0012: ENTREPRENEURSHIP
This course introduces the concepts and basic theories of entrepreneurship. It aims to prepare students with the main characteristic
of an entrepreneur and discusses the current example of successful entrepreneurs in Malaysian context. In addition, this course
introduces the guideline for initiating new venture and skills in developing entrepreneurial venture. The students will also learn how to
assess the micro and macro environment of the business as well as how to identify and evaluate business opportunities that arise.
Besides that, the students will be guided on how to develop a good business plan. The course also emphasize on the importance of
strategic networking in entrepreneurship.

FSPS0014: INTRODUCTION TO LAW

The course provides students with an understanding of legal concepts, meaning, functions, classification and some basic principles
of legal liability. It outlines the brief history, sources, and organisation of courts in the English and Malaysian legal system. It also
exposes students to legal professions in Malaysia.

FSPM0044: BUSINESS MATHEMATICS

This course provides a solid foundation on mathematical knowledge needed by students in business studies, banking, and finance. It
comprises a various topic such as functions, matrix, break-even analysis, sequence and series, interest, markup and markdown, and
calculus. The intention is to equip students with theories related to mathematics in business and to familiarise students with the real-
life applications.

FSPS0064: INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING

This course is designed to expose students to the theories and practices of marketing. It also assists students to develop effective
marketing strategies and marketing programmes. This course focuses on four major elements which encompass understanding the
marketing management process, development of marketing strategy, marketing mix, and management of marketing at society and
global levels.

FSPS0074: PEOPLE AND ORGANISATION

This course is to introduce students with basic understanding of behavior in the workplace from an individual, group and organizational
perspective. The topics covered in this course are organized according to three main parts i) understanding of how individual attributes
such as attitudes, personality, values and motivation, impact on employee performance; ii) role of groups and teams in supporting
organizational outcomes and organizational communication and the importance of leadership in promoting positive employee
behaviors; iii) organizational level perspective include culture, and stress management.

FSPS0024: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

This course is to introduce students to the management of an organization's workforce through the design and implementation of
effective human resources policies and procedures. This course considers various options for attracting, retaining and developing
employees and ensuring that employers meet their legal and ethical obligations in relation to workforce management. In this course
students have the opportunity to develop their professional skills and knowledge in managing the employment cycle.

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 GRADING SYSTEM

The performance of the student in a course is represented by the grade obtained. The relationship between the marks, grade and
grade point is as listed in Table below:

Marks Grade Grade Point Status

90 - 100 A+ 4.00
80 - 89 A 4.00 Distinction
75 - 79 A- 3.67
70 - 74 B+ 3.33
65 - 69 B 3.00 Credit
60 - 64 B- 2.67
55 - 59 C+ 2.33
50 - 54 C 2.00
Pass
45 - 49 C- 1.67
40 - 44 D+ 1.33
35 - 39 D 1.00
30 - 34 D- 0.67 Fail
0 - 29 E 0.00

The passing grade of a course is subject to the requirements of the faculty with the Senate’s approval. Generally, Grade D+ is the
minimum passing grade.

Besides the grades listed above, the following grading is also used:

TS (Incomplete) - Grade given to students who did not sit for the final examination or were unable to complete their coursework
due to illness or other reasons accepted by the University.
HS (Audit) - Grade given to registered audit courses.
HL (Pass) - Passing Grade given to course registered with HW Status.
HG (Fail) - Failing Grade given to course registered with HW status.

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 ACADEMIC STANDING

Performance of students is evaluated based on TWO (2) measurements namely GPA and CGPA which are as follows:

GPA = Total Grade Point per Semester/ Total No. Attempted Credit per Semester
CGPA = Total Grade Point for all Semesters/ Total No. of Credit Counted for all Semesters.

Academic Standing CGPA

Good Status (KB) CGPA ≥ 2.00
Probation Status (KS) 1.70 ≤ CGPA < 2.00
Fail Status (KG) (Study Terminated) CGPA < 1.70

Students who obtain GPA < 1.00 even though the CGPA ≥ 1.70 may, with the Senate’s approval;
• continue his/her study; or
• be instructed to defer his/her study to the following semester; or
• have his/her study be terminated.

Students who obtained TWO (2) consecutive Probation Status (KS) will be given a Fail Status (KG) and the student will be
terminated from his/her study.

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 ACADEMIC ADVISORY

An academic advisor is assigned to students to assist them in their course and career planning to provide advice degree requirements
and options, to provide advice on academic policies and procedures and to help them reach their academic goals.

 Productive academic advising is a collaborative activity in which both the student and advisor have particular responsibilities.
Having faculty-student contact at least once per semester is especially important because:
 Informal student-faculty contact can enhance the quality of the undergraduate experience.
 Course offerings and curricula requirements are sometimes subject to change.
 Undergraduate Plan of Study and Graduation Requirements sometimes need review and/or change those advisors can often be
helpful with.
 Regular contact with an advisor will help provide good source for recommendations later in your career.

Advisor’s Responsibilities

 To be accessible to students throughout the year during designated office hours. Names of alternate advisors should be posted
during extended absence of an advisor from campus.
 To set aside designated times for registration advising and individual discussions.
 To be knowledgeable about curriculum requirements, academic policies and procedures, referrals and resources on campus, and
career opportunities in the major field.
 To guide students through academic programs that will complement their personal, educational, and professional interests.

Student’s Responsibilities

 To know your advisor’s office hours and advising schedule

 To make an appointment and prepare for registration advising by reviewing the Curriculum and Class Hour Schedule.
 To be aware of academic and personal needs and to seek assistance when needed.
 To understand that the role of your supervisor is to advise, not to make decisions for you. Final decisions should be made by
you, with advisement since it’s your education.

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