Registration open for mechanical engineering programme
KUCHING: Registration is now open for the March 2017 session of the International College of Advanced Technology Sarawak (i- Cats) Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme.
A press release yesterday said the diploma is regarded as an all-important fi rst step for aspiring engineers, leading to a wide range of careers.
i- Cats School of Engineering head Ting Kung Chuang said the versatility of the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme allows graduates to venture into a variety of fields.
“The programme prepares graduates for exciting careers in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, electronics, energy conversion, environmental control, robotics and other manufacturing- based activities,” he said.
“Prior to the completion of the programme, students are required to undergo a four-month internship. This ensures that the students have the opportunity to learn directly from the industry and gain realworld work experience at world- class organisations.”
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme head Mohd Syafiq Salman explained that during the course, students take a wide range of subjects such as dynamics, manufacturing engineering and technology, materials engineering, solid mechanics, statics, and thermodynamics.
“In addition, they will develop effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as hone their critical thinking, decision-making and team building skills,” he said.
Students will also learn to appreciate the importance of innovation and technological advances in fostering an environmentally sustainable society.
A major point of pride is the i- Cats Green Technology Laboratory, which enables engineering students to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the study of hydro power technology, solar photovoltaic technology, wind turbine technology and various other sources of renewable energy.
This enriches the mechanical engineering curriculum which covers the design, manufacture and maintenance of mechanical devices for industrial processes.
It is this exposure to cutting- edge technologies during the two- and- a-halfyear programme which gives students the competitive edge as they prepare for careers in the field of mechanical engineering or further their studies at the degree-level.
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 2014 graduate Abdul Rahman Julaihi is currently a mechanical, electrical and telecommunication assistant engineer at Universiti Teknologi Mara ( UiTM), Kota Samarahan.
“I consider my time in i- Cats as my most valuable experience. During my studies, I had the chance to sharpen my skills in my field of choice. There were many opportunities to improve my social and communication skills. For example, Project Management at i- Cats taught me many new aspects of management and communication – essential building blocks for the future,” he said.
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 2016 graduate Andriane Pigar Balan is currently attached to the mechanical department at UBP Printing Sdn Bhd, Miri.
He said industrial attachment is the right platform for students to gain work experience and transferable skills, which will make them more marketable.
Students who have completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia ( SPM) or Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Vokasional ( SPMV) with a minimum of three credits including mathematics and one science/technical/ vocational subject, as well as a pass in English are eligible to enter the i- CATS Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme.
Applications will also be considered for those who have completed a Malaysian Qualifications Agency ( MQA) Accredited Certificate in Engineering/ Technology programme (MQF Level 3) with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
For further information, visit the i- Cats West Campus at Jalan Stampin Timur or call 082- 570888 or 082- 451533.
Alternatively go to www.icats.edu.my.