Keeping pace with technology
THE latest programme to be offered by University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS) is mechanical engineering, which leads to a degree in Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering (Hons).
The Mechanical Engineering Programme offered in UCTS is a four-year degree programme.
The programme is developed with a balance in theoretical and technical skills. With recent modern advancements in technology, courses are developed and designed to incorporate these latest innovations.
For instance, in design courses, students will model and create a prototype using machines such as a 3D-modeller. Students will also be introduced
to subjects that utilise specific software.
The use of analytical and modelling software will be incorporated into subjects. Theoretical aspects coupled with a learning-by-doing concept will teach students to identify the difference between theoretical design and actual ones.
In the final year, students will be engaged in a final year project. These projects vary in design, experimentation, fabrication, manufacturing, field work and survey.
In addition, technical electives are offered to prepare students for the workforce. Subjects such as noise and vibration, finite element analysis, advance material, non destructive test and others will also be offered.
All in all, the mechanical engineering programme in UCTS will have the fundamental elements that mechanical engineers require.
In UCTS, soft skills such as good English and communication will also be instilled and students will also get to participate in sports and club and societies activities. – By Assoc Prof Ir Dr Mohammad Shahril Osman