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Post Graduate Programs @FKE: Processes and Procedures
Muhammad Nadzir Marsono Postgraduate Academic Manager, FKE
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Briefing by SPS • http://www.sps.utm.my
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Contents
About Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Postgraduate programs administration
Research programs
Taught Course programs
Things a student must know
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About FKE
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• UTM has the highest number of
postgraduate students in the engineering
field in Malaysia
• FKE has a good reputation in providing
high quality programs in Electrical
Engineering at the undergraduate and
postgraduate levels
• FKE offer six (6) postgraduate programs
accredited by MQA
Why FKE@UTM
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FKE Quick Facts
Four (4) academic departments
Communication Engineering
Control and Mechatronic Engineering
Electronic and Computer Engineering
Power Engineering
Four centers of excellence
IVAT, WCC, CEES, CAIRO
Fourteen research groups
No less excellent!
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Faculty of Electrical Engineering
FKE Personnel
Academic staff: 179
Graduate faculties: 152
Academic staff with professional
qualification:16
Non-academic staff: 74
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Faculty of Electrical Engineering
FKE Postgraduate Programs
Postgraduate (PG) programs
By taught course (4 programs)
By research (2 programs)
Full-time and part-time programs
All PG programs conform with MQF and
accredited by MQA
678 postgraduate students in 2016/2017-1
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• 3.5 years (7 sem)
• Max 8 years (16 sem)
Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical Engineering)
by research
• 2 years (4 semesters)
• Max 4 years (8 sem)
Masters of Philosophy (Electrical Engineering)
by research
• 1.5 years (3 sem)
• Max 4 years (8 sem)
Masters of Engineering by taughtcourse
M.Eng (Electronics & Telecommunications)
M.Eng (Electrical Power)
M.Eng (Mechatronics & Automatic Control)
M.Eng (Computer & Microelectronics System)
PG Programs
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Our Research Profile • https://pure.utm.my
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Power Engineering
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Control and Mechatronics Eng.
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Electronic and Computer Eng.
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Communication Eng.
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School of Postgraduate Studies
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Postgraduate Programs
Administration
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Role of SPS
Formulate policies for graduate studies
Steer the Postgraduate Committee and coordinate with academic faculties
Facilitates for both the academic and social needs of graduate students
Manages Fee
Financial assistance and scholarships
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Other Units
SRAD - Student Recruitment and Admission Division Handover to AMD once students registered
AMD - Academic Management Division Student registration
Record and data management
ISC - International Student Centre Student support
Visa
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Postgraduate Programs
Administration
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Role of FKE PG Office
Program owner for EE
Create and formulate postgraduate programs in EE
Conduct taught courses for EE PG programs
Conduct assessments Proposal defense for Master and PhD by research
Viva for Master by research and PhD
Full assessment activities for master by taught course
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FKE Administrators
Dean: Prof. Dr. Johari Halim Shah
bin Osman
Deputy Dean (Academics):
Prof. Ir. Dr. Mohd Wazir bin Mustafa
Deputy Dean (Research):
Prof. Dr. Mohamad Kamal A Rahim
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FKE PG Administration
Deputy Dean (Academics):
Prof. Ir. Dr. Mohd Wazir bin Mustafa
PG Academic Manager:
Assoc. Prof. Dr Muhammad Nadzir
bin Marsono
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Field Coordinators
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Razali Ngah
Communication Engineering
• Dr. Noor Asmawati Samsuri
Communication Engineering
• Dr. Asrul Izam Azmi
Communication Engineering
• Dr. Al Hadi Ab Rahman
Electronics and Computer Engineering
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Field Coordinators • Dr. Suhaila Isaak
Electronics and Computer Engineering
• Dr. Ridzuan Ahmad
Mechatronic and Control Engineering
• Dr. Salinda Buyamin
Mechatronic and Control Engineering
• Dr. Md. Pauzi Abdullah
FKE Research Manager (ex coordinator
for Power Engineering
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Field Coordinators
• Dr. Junaidi Abd Aziz
Power Engineering
• Dr. Saifulnizam Khalid
Power Engineering
• Dr. Kamaludin Mohd Yusof
FKE Facility Manager (acting IT
Coordinator)
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Graduate Secretaries Mdm. Ruhayah Abdullah, Chief Clerk
Viva – PhD
Mdm. Noor Hidayah Mohamed Arif
Viva - Master
Mdm. Nurliza Abdul Rahman
Records
MKEE, PKEE assessments
Mdm. Nurhayati Adenan
Taughtcourse
Ms. Norhamizah Zulkafli
Intake
Examiners nominations
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Postgraduate Counter
Office hours
Sun to Wed: 08:30 to 12:30, 14:30 to 16:30
Thu: 08:30 to 14:30
Please observe office hour
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Website and Notice Board
www.fke.utm.my/postgraduate
Bulletin board in front of PG Office P19a
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FKE Postgraduate
Programs
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Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Academic Load
Bachelor degree
>120 credits
Bachelors Degrees Projects (6 credits) - 240 hrs
Master of Philosophy degree
40 credits equivalent research - 1600 hrs
Master of Engineering degree
By taught course, minimum 40 credits
10 credits project - 400 hrs
Doctor of Philosophy
By research, eq. 90 credits - 3600 hrs
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Research Programs Masters of Philosophy (Electrical
Engineering) (MKEE)
Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical
Engineering) (PKEE)
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Research
Continuous assessment (see next slide)
Proposal defense
Sem 3 for PhD
Sem 2 for Mphil
Mid-semester
Oral examination
MKEE & PKEE Program
Structure
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Academic Standing
Overall standing
KB – Kedudukan Baik (Good Pass)
Satisfactory in research assessment
KS – Kedudukan Syarat (Conditional Pass)
Unsatisfactory in research assessment
KG – Kedudukan Gagal (Fail)
Fail in research assessment
Two consecutive KS will lead to termination of
study
KB to submit thesis for oral examination and
qualify for the degree.
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Assessment for Research
Continuous assessment
Submission of Research Progress Report every
semester (see next slide)
Assessment by supervisor
Potential grades
Satisfactory (MM grade) ≥50%
Unsatisfactory (TM grade) ≥30%
Conditional, termination after two consecutive TMs
Fail (GG) < 30%
Termination of study
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Progress Report Submission • Progress report must be submitted every
semester online through GSMS.
• Else will results in TM (Unsatisfactory) grade
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First Assessment Proposal defense
Critical review
Hypothesis
Methodology
Research design
Semester 2 for MKEE, semester 3 for PKEE
Scheduled in mid-semester
Grades
> 50% mark continue research
(40-50)% - re-present following semester
< 40% - termination of study
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Minimum and Maximum Study
Period
Minimum period
6 semesters (30 months) for PhD
2 semesters (12 months) for MPhil
Maximum period
16 semesters for PhD
8 semesters for MPhil
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Graduate-on-Time (GoT)
Graduate-on-Time (GoT) refers to students who
completed their study within normal duration.
42 months (7 semesters) for PhD
24 months (4 semesters) for Mphil
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Fast-Track PhD Assessment for the first 3 semesters
Sem 1: Directed reading
Sem 2: Qualifying for PhD
Converted to MPhil if students could not meet the
PhD standard
Sem 3: Proposal defense
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The candidate must obtain a minimum of CPA 3.33
bachelor’s degree and has presented at least two (2)
conference papers and the paper must be published in
proceeding with ISBN OR publish one (1) index journal
article.
The candidate must obtain a minimum of CPA 3.00 to 3.32
bachelor’s degree and has published at least one (1)
index journal article in Web of Science.
The candidate obtained strong recommendation from
supervisor
The application is forwarded in the second semester of studies or between 9 to 18
months of study programme
The application can be submitted once only.
Appeal for re-evaluation can be done only once not
axceed the duration of 18 months upon registration.
Conversion from Master To PhD
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PhD and MPhil Examination Fee
Examination fee was previously included in
tuition fee
RM2,500 for PhD
RM1,500 for MPhil
Re-viva requires payment of fee
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Student’s Supervision
Main Supervisor from University’s Academic
Staffs (Graduate Staff)
Co-supervisor from University’s Graduate Staffs
OR outside the University
Students may apply to change supervisor or co-
supervisor
Supervision schedules arranged between
supervisors and students (Log Book from
GSMS)
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Responsibilities of a
Supervisor
The supervisor must ensure that the student has a plan for the research to be
conducted and give necessary advice needed whether on academic or personal
matters.
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Roles and Responsibilities of
Research Student
Register Research Courses Every
Semester
Make sure that there is no outstanding fee
every semester
Submit progress report to supervisor
every semester
Schedule a meeting with a Supervisor
Comply all the Post Graduate Rules &
Regulation for Graduation
Make a plan for the research progress
Have a professional relationship with
Supervisor Produce Publication
Practice a good research ethics
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Compulsory Courses for PKEE
and MKEE
Research Methodology (UKEP0010) First semester of study
Conducted in 5 days during the mid-semester break
University Elective (U******3)
Returning students can apply for credit exemption Application must be in the first semester of study
Else has to retake these courses
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Research Course Registration
for PKEE
Semester of study
Research course code
1 PKEE1100
2 PKEE 1200
3 PKEE 2100
4 PKEE 2200
5 PKEE3100
6 PKEE3200
7 PKEE 4100
8 PKEE 4200
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Semester of study
Research course code
9 PKEE5100
10 PKEE 5200
11 PKEE 6100
12 PKEE 6200
13 PKEE7100
14 PKEE7200
15 PKEE 8100
16 PKEE 8200
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Research Course Registration
for MKEE
Semester of study
Research course code
1 MKEE1100
2 MKEE 1200
3 MKEE 2100
4 MKEE 2200
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Semester of study
Research course code
5 MKEE3100
6 MKEE3200
7 MKEE 4100
8 MKEE 4200
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Thesis Submission
Requirement
Supervisor Approval Thesis is
ready to be evaluated
Fulfill the Post Graduate
Academic Rules & Regulation
Format of the thesis must follow
UTM Thesis Manual (2015
Edition)
Plagiarism check Verification
Complete all the required forms
Guidelines & Forms can be download
at www.sps.utm.my
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Plagiarism Check Requirement
Senate University only
allow ≤ 20% Similarity Index
per chapter
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Publication Requirement
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PKEE – one (1) refereed article of two (2)
conference proceedings; accepted or published
in SCOPUS/ERA & WOS index.
MKEE – one (1) accepted or published
publication from journal article, conference
proceeding or book chapter.
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Taught Course Programs
MKEH, MKEL, MKEM, MKEP
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Taughtcourse Programs
Master of Engineering (Computer and
Microelectronic System): MKEH
Master of Engineering (Electronics and
Communications): MKEL
Master of Engineering (Mechatronics and
Automatic Control): MKEM
Master of Engineering (Electrical Power): MKEP
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Duration and Academic Load
Intake in September and February
Normal: 3 semesters (1.5 years)
Maximum: 8 semesters (4 years)
M. Eng. 43 credits
Academic load between 6 to 18 credits
(suggested), 20 credits maximum per semester
No short semester
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Academic Standing for Coursework
MARKS GRADE POINTS LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT
90 - 100 A+ 4.00
EXCELLENT PASS 80 - 89 A 4.00
75 - 79 A- 3.67
70 - 74 B+ 3.33 GOOD PASS
65 – 69 B 3.00
60 – 64 B- 2.67 PASS
55 – 59 C+ 2.33
FAIL
50 – 54 C 2.00
45 – 49 C- 1.67
40 – 44 D+ 1.33
35 - 39 D 1.00
30 – 34 D- 0.67
00 - 29 E 0.0
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Academic Standing
Overal standing
KB – Kedudukan Baik (Good Pass)
CPA 3.0
KS – Kedudukan Syarat (Conditional Pass)
2.67 CPA 3.0
KG – Kedudukan Gagal (Fail)
CPA < 2.67
KS, KB students can proceed with their studies
KB to qualify for the degree.
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Graduation Requirements
Pass all the subjects (43 credits)
Submitted Project Report (hardbound)
Obtain KB (Good Pass: CPA 3.0)
Submit an application for a degree
Paid full fees
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Total Credits to graduate: 43 credits
4 Faculty Compulsory: 12 credits
4 Faculty Electives: 12 credits
1 Faculty Free Electives: 3 credits
1 University Elective: 3 credits
1 Intro to Research Method.: 3 credits
1 Master’s Project: 10 credits
Credits Breakdown
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Courses
15 weeks of lecture
Typical 50%-50% courseworks /final
examination
1 week study week
3 weeks final examination
Weekdays & Weekends
Pass or Fail courses – attendance ≥ 80% and
other individual lecturer’s requirement
Passing grade B –
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Masters Project
One of the requirement for graduation
(coursework program).
Implemented in 2 (consecutive) semesters:-
Master’s Project 1 – 4 credits
Master’s Project 2 – 6 credits
Supervised by ONE graduate faculty member
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Suggested Schedule Sem 1 (12 credits)
3 cores/electives
University course
Sem 2 (16 credits)
3 cores/electives
Intro. to Research Methodology in EE
Project Part 1
Sem 3 (15 credits)
3 cores/electives
Intro. to Research Methodology in EE
Project Part 2
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Repeating Courses
Improving Grade (UG) only for B –
Failing a Core Course – Repeat the course (UM)
Failing an Elective Course – Can be replaced
with other elective course. Grade replacement
will be upon request – official request.
Failing a program in 1st semester – can request
for re-registration (KGDS)
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Appeal and Re-assessment
• Get opinion from supervisor or faculty
– try to solve at the faculty level first
• Send appeal letter to faculty or SPS within 14
days after approval from the Senate Standing
Committee for Examination or Examination
Results and before the Senate meeting on the
results.
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Things a student must
know
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Academic Calendar
• Academic Calendar for 2016/2017
Session
– http://www.utm.my/academic/calendar/
• Download Work Schedule for Course
Registration, Application for Award of
Degree and Examination from SPS
website
– http://sps.utm.my/resource-current-student/
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WEEK DATES ACTIVITIES
2 23 Feb 2016 Deadline for registration of courses ONLINE
3 2 Mar 2016 Deadline for late registration (with Penalty)
4 9 Mar 2016 Deadline Amendment to Registration Slip - Online
5 16 Mar 2016 Amendment to Registration Slip (with Penalty)
6 19 Mar 2016 Withdrawal of courses begins
9 13 April 2016 Deadline for course withdrawal
13 11 May 2016 Deadline Submission of Progress Report (Research
Students)
15 25 May 2016 Deadline Submission of Progress Report (Supervisors)
15 25 May 2016 Deadline for Deferment and Withdrawal from Program
Important Dates
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Academic Rules And
Regulations
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Graduation Requirements
Obtained Good Pass (KB);
Pass all the courses required by the program
and pass thesis/dissertation (if required);
Submit an application for conferment of a
degree;
Paid all fees;
Fulfilled other requirements
Students who could not complete within the
maximum duration will be given status of a Fail
Dismissal (KG)
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• Registration for the programmes
– Full Time
– Part Time
• Course Registration
– for every semester
– Open one week before commencement of classes every
semester
– Please refer to ACADEMIC CALENDAR at SPS website
for AMENDMENT and WITHDRAWAL of the courses
– LATE REGISTRATION will be penalized RM 25.00/course
– Failure to register course will be
COMPULSORY
TERMINATED
Registration
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How to register for courses?
• Login to https://my.utm.my
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Course Registration Jargons
Credit Exemption (CE)
Credit Transfer (CT)
Audit (HS)
Compulsory Attendance (HW)
Pass (HL)
Fail (HG)
Insert/Delete
Course withdrawal (TD)
Deferment of study
Repeat Course (UM)
Redeem Grade (UG)
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Courses Offered This
Semester
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Classes and Final
Examinations
• Timetable for classes and final examinations are
now available on our PG website
• These timetables are fixed
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MKEH Program
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Code Subject Status
UXXX 6XX3 UNIVERSITY SUBJECT Core
MKEU 0013 INTRO. TO RESEARCH METH. IN ELEC. ENG. Core
MKEL 1193 ANALOG CMOS DESIGN Core
MKEL 1113 NANOELECTRONICS DEVICES Core
MKEL 1163 VLSI CIRCUITS & DESIGN Elective
MKEL 1223 RANDOM PROCESS Elective
MKEL 1283 HARDWARE SOFTWARE CO-DESIGN Elective
MKEL 1183 ADVANCED COMPUTER ARCHITECHURE Elective
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Code Subject Status
UXXX 6XX3 UNIVERSITY SUBJECT Core
MKEU 0013 INTRO. TO RESEARCH METH. IN ELEC. ENG. Core
MKEL 1153 CAD FOR ELECTRONICS DESIGN Core
MKET 1413 ADVANCED DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS Core
MKEL 1113 NANOELECTRONICS DEVICES Elective
MKEL 1223 RANDOM PROCESS Elective
MKET 1383 SATELLITE COMMUNICATION Elective
MKET 1433 RF/MICROWAVE & ANTENNA DESIGN Elective
MKEL Program
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Code Subject Status
UXXX 6XX3 UNIVERSITY SUBJECT Core
MKEU 0013 INTRO. TO RESEARCH METH. IN ELEC. ENG. Core
MKEM 1853 DISCRETE TIME SYSTEM AND COMPUTER
CONTROL Core
MKEM 1863 DESIGN OF MICROPROCESSOR-BASED
MECHATRONICS SYSTEMS Core
MKEM 1733 ADAPTIVE & SELF TUNING CONTROL Elective
MKEM 1713 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Elective
MKEM 1763 SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION & ESTIMATION Elective
MKEM 1773 MULTIVARIABLE AND OPTIMAL CONTROL SYSTEM Elective
MKEM Program
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Code Subject Status
UXXX 6XX3 UNIVERSITY SUBJECT Core
MKEU 0013 INTRO. TO RESEARCH METH. IN ELEC. ENG. Core
MKEP 1553 HIGH VOLTAGE INSULATION & COORDINATION Core
MKEP 1603 POWER SYSTEM ANALYSIS & COMPUTATIONAL
METHOD Core
MKEP 1563 POWER QUALITY Elective
MKEP 1623 POWER TRANSMISSION & SECURITY Elective
MKEP 1643 LIGHTNING PROTECTION & GROUNDING
SYSTEM Elective
MKEP 1673 POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION Elective
MKEP Program
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Postgraduate Students
Society
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Post Graduate Student Society
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No. Of
Courses Course Code
PA1 PA2 PA3 PA4 PA5 PA6
Scholarship of
Knowledge Communication
Leadership
& Teamwork
Research
Skill
Life Long
Learning
Ethics &
Integrity
1 How to Find Your Research Gap & Good
Research Objectives? √ √ √
2 Characteristic of a good literature review
/ Research Methodology √ √ √ √
3 Strategies of Becoming Productive Writer √ √ √ √ √ √
4 GOT Motivation Course √ √ √ √
5 How to survive PhD Proposal? √ √ √ √
6 How to Publish High Impact Publication √ √ √ √ √ √
7 Data Analysis Workshop √ √ √ √ √
8 Overcoming Writing Block √ √ √
9 VIVA Defense Preparation √ √ √ √
PGSS Structured Courses Post Graduate Attribute Mapping – Some Examples
Note : PA – Postgraduate Attribute
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Getting Around
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FKE Buildings
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You are here
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P19a
P08 P03
P04
P05 P03
P07 P06
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FKE Map
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Cafeteria
PG Office (L-1)
Class rooms (L-4)
Musolla
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Traffic rules and parking
Staff only
Students
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Thank You &
Welcome to UTM
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