Documente Academic
Documente Profesional
Documente Cultură
Applied Science
Academic Session 2012/2013
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USM Vision
Transforming Higher Education for a Sustainable Tomorrow
USM Mission
USM is a pioneering, transdisciplinary research intensive university
that empowers future talent and enables the bottom billions
to transform their socio-economic well being
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STUDENT'S PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name
Identity Card (IC)/Passport No.
Current Address
Permanent Address
E-mail Address
Telephone No. (Residence)
Mobile Phone No.
(if applicable)
School
Programme of Study
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CONTENTS
SECTION A
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
VISION AND MISSION i
STUDENTS PERSONAL INFORMATION ii
CONTENT iii
ACADEMIC CALENDAR iv
1.0 BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE
1.1 General Information 1
1.2 Areas of Specialization 1
1.3 Programme Structure 2
1.4 Courses Offering 2
* Core Courses 2
* Minor Courses 2
* Elective Courses 3
* Optional Courses 3
* Audit Courses 3
1.5 Course Codes 4
1.6 Classification of year equivalent 4
1.7 Graduation Requirements 4
2.0 ACADEMIC SYSTEM AND GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Information on Course Registration 5
2.2 Interpretation of Unit/Credit 12
2.3 Examination System 13
2.4 Unit Exemption/Credit Transfer 18
2.5 Academic Intergrity 22
2.6 USM Mentor Programme 27
2.7 Student Exchange Programme 28
3.0 UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS 29
3.1 Summary of University Requirements 29
3.2 Bahasa Malaysia 29
3.3 English Language 31
3.4 Local Students - Islamic and Asian Civilisation/Ethnic Relations/ 33
Core Entrepreneurship
3.5 International Students - Malaysian Studies/Option 34
3.6 Third Language/Co-Curriculum/Skill Courses/Options 35
SECTION B
DEGREE PROGRAMME INFORMATION
* School of Chemical Sciences 40
* School of Physics Sciences 84
* School of Biological Sciences 179
* School of Mathematical Sciences 229
* Students Feedback 283
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2012/2013 SESSION
[ 10 SEPTEMBER 2012 8 SEPTEMBER 2013 (52 WEEKS ]
FOR ALL PRGRAMMES [EXCEPT IN THE MEDICAL AND DENTAL SCIENCES PROGRAMMES
New Student Registration = 1 2 September 2012
Orientation Week = 3-9 September 2012
WEEK SEMESTER ACTIVITY DATE
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Duration of
Teaching and
Learning
Monday, 10/09/12 - Friday, 14/09/12
2 Monday, 17/09/12 - Friday, 21/09/12
3 Monday, 24/09/11 - Friday, 28/09/12
4 SEMESTER I Monday, 01/10/12 - Friday, 05/10/12
5 Monday, 08/10/12 - Friday, 12/10/12
6 Monday, 15/10/12 - Friday, 19/10/12
7 Monday, 22/10/12 - Friday, 26/10/12
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Monday, 29/10/12 - Friday, 024/11/12
Monday, 05/11/12 Friday, 09/11/12
10 Mid Semester Break Saturday, 10/11/12 - Sunday,18/11/12
11 Monday, 19/11/12 Friday, 23/11/12
12 Duration of
Teaching and
Learning
Monday, 26/11/12 - Friday, 30/11/12
13 Monday, 03/12/12 - Friday, 07/12/12
14 SEMESTER I Monday, 10/12/11 - Friday, 14/12/12
15 Monday, 17/12/12 Friday, 21/12/12
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Revision Week Saturday, 22/12/12 Monday,01/01/13
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Examinations
Wednesday, 02/01/13 - Saturday,05/01/13
18 Monday, 07/01/13 - Saturday, 12/01/13
19 Monday, 14/01/13 - Friday, 18/01/13
20 - 23 INTER-SEMESTER BREAK I & II Saturday, 19/01/13 - Sunday, 17/02/13
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Duration of
Teaching and
Learning
Monday, 18/02/13 - Friday, 22/02/13
25 Monday, 25/02/13 - Friday, 01/03/13
26 SEMESTER II Monday, 04/03/13 - Friday, 08/03/13
27 Monday, 11/03/13 - Friday, 15/03/13
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29
30
Monday, 18/03/13 - Friday, 22/03/13
Monday, 25/03/13 Friday, 29/03/13
Monday, 01/04/13 Friday, 05/04/13
31 Mid Semester Break Saturday, 06/04/13 - Sunday, 14/04/13
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Duration of
Teaching and
Learning
Monday,15/04/13 - Friday 19/04/13
33 Monday, 22/04/13 - Friday, 26/04/13
34 SEMESTER II Monday, 29/04/13 - Friday, 03/05/13
35 Monday, 06/05/13 - Friday, 10/05/13
36 Monday, 13/05/13 - Friday, 17/05/13
37 Monday, 20/05/13 - Friday, 24/05/13
38 Monday, 27/05/13 - Friday, 31/05/13
39 Revision Week Saturday, 01/06/13 - Sunday, 09/06/13
40
Examinations
Monday, 10/06/13 - Friday, 14/06/13
41 Monday, 17/06/13 - Friday, 21/06/13
42 Monday, 24/06/13 - Friday, 28/06/13
43-52
Inter-Academic Session Break/
Industrial Training/ KSCP
Saturday, 29/06/13 - Sunday, 08/09/13
COURSES OFFERED DURING THE INTER-ACADEMIC SESSION BREAK (KSCP)
43 - 45 3 weeks Break Saturday, 29/06/13 - Sunday, 21/07/13
46 - 47 2 weeks Duration of Teaching Monday. 22/07/13 Friday, 02/08/13
48 1 week Examinations Monday, 05/08/13 Friday, 09/08/13
49-52 4 weeks Break Saturday, 10/8/13 Sunday, 08/09/13
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1.0 BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE
1.1 General Information
The Bachelor of Applied Science programme with Honours is offered by the School of
Pure Sciences (Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics) to increase the intake of
Applied Science students as well as to instill the aspects of Applied Science in the offered
courses.
In line with the governments aspiration and emphasis to expand heavy industries and the
transfer of technology, a strong training in all fields of applied science and industrial
technology is needed. Due to increasing demand, a Bachelor of Applied Science
programme is offered by the School of Pure Sciences to produce graduates who are
capable of carrying out research and development works in industries. All efforts are
carried out to fulfil and to provide manpower needs at the degree level in all fields of
applied science and industrial technology.
1.2 Areas Of Specialization
Type of Course School
Applied Physics Physical Sciences
Engineering Physics Physical Sciences
Medical Physics Physical Sciences
Geophysics Physical Sciences
Aquatic Biology Biological Sciences
Environmental Biology Biological Sciences
Biotechnology Biological Sciences
Agrobiology Biological Sciences
Biology & Management of Vector &
Parasites
Biological Sciences
Analytical Chemistry Chemical Sciences
Industrial Chemistry Chemical Sciences
Applied Statistics Mathematical Sciences
Operations Research Mathematical Sciences
Computer Modelling Mathematical Sciences
Mathematical Modelling Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics and Economy Mathematical Sciences
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1.3 Proramme Structure
Students from the School of Physics, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and
Mathematical Sciences can choose a Major-Minor or a Major-Elective specialization
programs. Both specialization programs require a minimum total of 105 credit units for
graduation, to be accumulated in the duration of 6 10 semesters. The units requirement
is divided into several parts as follows:
Type of Course Code Type Credit Units Required
Basic
Core
T 70
Minor M 0/16
Elective E 4/20
University U 15 - 18
Total Number of units 105
1.4 Courses Offering
Students are required to register for the undergraduate courses in two semesters, that is
Semester 1 and Semester 2. Courses are offered and examined in the same semester.
Courses offered are categorized into three levels, viz levels 100, 200 and 300, suitable to
the requirements of a three-year study program.
Courses offered according to the needs of the degree program structure of the Pure
Science Schools are grouped as Basic course, Core course, Minor/Elective course,
University/Optional course and Audit course.
Core Courses
Core course is a compulsory course package which aims at giving a deeper understanding
of an area of specialization /major. Students need to accumulate 70 units of the core
courses which have been identified by each School.
Minor Courses
Students are allowed to take a Minor (16 units) in any of the area of Minors offered by the
University. In addition, students are required to take 4 units from the Elective courses to
corroborate the Major component. Examples of Minor packages include Management,
Computer Sciences, English Language and J ournalism. Please refer to the Minor
Program Guide Book for a complete list and further details.
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Elective Courses
Students who do not choose a Minor area are required to take Elective courses. In this
case, students need to accumulate no less than 20 units from other courses which are
acknowledged by the School.
Optional Courses
Optional Courses are courses chosen by students from among those that are outside their
program of study. For Science students, an Optional course is a course that is outside
those that are offered by the Pure Science Schools.
The main objective of an Optional Course is as a substitute course for students who do
not take Cocurriculum courses, and Skill/Analysis courses.
Audit Courses
In principle, the university allows students to register for any courses on an audit basis for
the purpose of enhancing the students knowledge in specific fields during the duration of
their study. However, the units of any such audit courses will not be taken into
consideration for graduation purposes.
The registration procedures for courses on an audit basis are as follows :-
[a] Students can register for courses on an audit basis for the purpose of augmenting
his/her knowledge in specific fields. Registration for the said course must be done
within the course registration week.
[b] Only students of active status are allowed to register for courses on an audit basis.
[c] Courses registered for on an audit basis are designated as code Y courses. This
designation will be indicated on the relevant academic transcript. A space at the
bottom of the academic transcript will be reserved for listing the courses registered
for on an audit basis.
[d] Courses registered for on an audit basis will not be taken into consideration in
determining the minimum and maximum units of courses registered for.
[e] Students must fulfil all course requirements. Students who register for courses on
an audit basis, are not obligated to sit for any examinations pertaining to that
course. A grade R will be awarded irrespective as to whether the student had or
had not sat for the examination.
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1.5 Course Codes
Every course offered in USM is given a code in the form XYZ klm/n where
X -
represent each school of sciences as follows:
B School of Biological Sciences
K School of Chemical Sciences
M School of Mathematics
Z School of Physics
Y & Z - represent classification of courses in each school
k - digit that signify the course level
l & m - digits according to the course series in that level
n - number of units for the course
1.6 Classification of year equivalent
Students [according to their respective Programme of study] are classified by the year
equivalent to first, second, or third year based on the number of credits accumulated,
as follows: -
Program of Study
[Total credits for graduation]
Year equivalent based on
Total Credits Accumulated
First Second Third
Pure [100] 0 - 35 36 - 71 >72
Applied [105] 0 - 35 36 - 71 >72
Professional [110] 0 - 37 38 - 75 >76
1.7 Graduation Requirements
Students must fulfil the following requirements to graduate:
[a] Fulfil the minimum required residential requirements during the course of
studies.
[b] Fulfil all the credit requirements of the course and required units for each
component [Core, Elective, Option and University Courses].
[c] Obtain a CGPA of 2.00 and above for Core Components.
[d] Obtain a CGPA of 2.00 and above for the programme.
[c] Achieve a minimum grade C or a grade point of 2.00 for Bahasa Malaysia,
English Language, Islamic and Asian Civilization and Ethnic Relations course.
[d] Achieve a minimum grade C or a grade point of 2.00 for certain courses [if
required]
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2.0 ACADEMIC SYSTEM AND GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Course Registration
Registration is an important activity during the period of study at the University. It is
the first step for the students to sit for the examination at the end of each semester.
Sign up for the right courses each semester will help to facilitate the graduation of
each student from the first semester till the final semester.
2.1.1 Course Registration Secretariat for the Bachelor Degree and
Universitys Diploma Student
Student Data & Records Section (SDRP)
Academic Management Division
Registry
(Level 1, Chancellory Building)
Tel. No. : 04-6532925/3169/4195
Fax No. : 04-6574641
Website : registry.usm.my/updr/
SDRP office is the secretariat / manager / coordinator of course registration
for the Bachelor Degree and Diploma of the University.
Further enquiries about course registration activities for the first degree and
diploma can be made at any time at the office of the Student Data &
Records Section.
2.1.2 Course Registration Platform
i) E-Daftar (E-Registration)
E-Daftar is a platform for course registration through website. The
registration is done directly through Campus Online portal
(campusonline.usm.my). Only students with active account are allowed
to register for courses in the E-Daftar.
Registration under E-Daftar for Semester 1 usually starts 1-2 days after
the release of 'Official' examination result of the Semester 2 from the
previous academic year. The system closes a day before Semester 1
begins (usually in September). E-Daftar registration for Semester 2
usually starts 1-2 days after Semester 1 Provisional examination result
is released until a day before Semester 2 begins (normally in February).
The actual timing of registration under E-Daftar will be announced by
the Student Data & Records Section usually during the Revision Week
of every semester and will be displayed on the schools/centres/hostels
bulletin board and in the USMs official website.
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Under E-Daftar, students can register any courses offered by USM,
except co-curriculum courses. Registration of Co-curriculum courses is
still placed under the administration of the Director of the Centre for
Co-Curriculum Programme at the Main Campus or the Coordinator of
the Co-Curriculum Programme at the Engineering Campus and the
Coordinator of the Co-Curriculum Programme at the Health Campus.
Co-Curriculum courses will be included in the students course
registration account prior to the E-Daftar activity, if their pre-
registration application successful.
ii) Access to E-Daftar System
a) E-Daftar System can be accessed through Campus Online portal
(campusonline.usm.my).
b) Students need to register in this portal to be a member. Each
member will be given an ID and password.
c) Students need to use the ID and password to access to their profile
page, which includes the E-Daftar menu.
d) Students need to click at the E-Daftar menu to access and register
for the relevant courses.
e) Students are advised to print the course registration confirmation
slip upon completion of the registration process or after updating
the course registration list (add/drop) within the E-Daftar period.
f) E-Daftar system can only be accessed for a certain period of time.
g) Guidelines to register/access to E-Daftar portal are available at the
Campus Online portals main page.
iii) Online Course Registration (OCR)
OCR activities are conducted in the Schools/Centres and are applicable
to students who are academically active and under Probation (P1/P2)
status. Students, who face difficulties to register their courses in the E-
Daftar can register their courses during the official period of OCR
alternatively. Each school is responsible for scheduling this activity.
Students must refer to the schedule at the notice board of their
respective schools.
Official period for OCR normally starts on the first day of the semester
(without the penalty charge of RM50.00). After this official period, the
registration will be considered late. (The penalty of RM50.00 will be
imposed if no reasonable excuse is given.) During the non-penalty
period, OCR will be conducted at each school. After Week Six, all
registration, including adding and dropping courses will be
administered by the Examination & Graduation Section Office
(Academic Management Division, Registry).
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2.1.3 The Frequency of Course Registration in One Academic Session
i) Normal Study Semester
- 2 times per year (beginning of Semester 1 & Semester 2)
ii) Long semester break (about one month after the final examination of
Semester 2)
- Once per year
- Applicable for relevant students only.
2.1.4 General Guidelines Before Students Register for Courses
i) Matters / Information / Documents Required to be noted / considered /
referred by students before course registration:
- Refer to the respective schools website to get updated information
for courses offered or course registration.
- Decide courses to be registered according to the semester as
stipulated in the Study Program Guide Book.
- List courses to be registered and number of units (unit value) for
each course.
- Provide Cumulative Statement of Grades (Cangred).
- Construct Teaching and Learning Timetable for the registered
courses (to avoid overlapping in timetable).
- Read and comprehend the reminders regarding policies/general
requirements for the course registration.
ii) The number of maximum and minimum units that can be registered in
every semester are stated as below:
Academic Status Minimum Unit Maximum Unit
Active 9 21
P1 9 12
P2 9 10
- Determination for an academic status in a semester is based on the
academic performance of the students in the previous semester
(Grade Point Average, GPA):-
o GPA 2.00 & above =Active Academic Status
o GPA 1.99 & below =Probation Academic Status (P1/P2)
- Students who meet the minimum period of residency (6 semesters
for 3 years programme, 7 semesters for 3.5 years programme or 8
semesters for 4 years programme) are allowed to register courses
with total units below 9. The semester in which the student is on
leave is not considered for the residency period.
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iii) Type of course codes during registration:-
T = Core courses Grade and number of units
E = Elective courses obtain from these courses
M = Minor courses are considered for graduation
U = University courses
Two (2) other course codes are:-
Y = audit courses
Z = prerequisite courses
Grade and number of units obtain from these courses are not considered
for graduation
iv) Advice and approval of the Academic Advisor.
- Approval from the Academic Advisor is required for the students
under Probation status before being allowed to register during the
OCR period. Probation students cannot assess E-Daftar for
registration.
- Approval from the Academic Advisor is not required for the students
under Active Status to register courses through E-Daftar.
v) Students are not allowed to register and to repeat any course that has
achieved a grade 'C' and above.
2.1.5 Information/Document Given To All Students Through Campus Online
Portal (www.campusonline.com.my)
i) The information of Academic Advisor.
ii) Academic information such as academic status, GPA value, CGPA
value and year of study.
iii) Cangred and Course Registration Form.
iv) List of courses offered from all schools/centres.
v) Teaching and Learning Timetable for all schools/centres/units from the
three campuses.
vi) List of pre-registered courses which have been added into the students
course registration record (if any).
vii) Reminders about the University course registration policies/general
requisites.
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2.1.6 Registration of Language and Co-Curriculum Courses
a) Registration for Language courses through E-Daftar is allowed.
However, if any problem occurs, registration for language courses can still be
carried out / updated during the official period of OCR at the office of the
School of Language, Literacies & Translation.
All approval / registration / dropping / adding of the language courses are under
the responsibility and administration of the School of Language, Literacies &
Translation.
Any problems related to the registration of language courses can be made to the
School of Language, Literacies & Translation. The contact details are as follow:
General Office : 04-6534542 for Main
Malay Language Programme Chairperson : 04-6533974 Campus
English Language Programme Chairperson : 04-6533406 students
Foreign Language Programme Chairperson : 04-6533396
Engineering Campus Programme Chairperson : 04-5995407
Health Campus Programme Chairperson : 09-7671252
a) Registration for Co-Curriculum courses through E-Daftar is not allowed.
Registration for Co-Curriculum courses is either done through pre-registration
before the semester begins or during the first/second week of the semester. Co-
Curriculum courses will be included in the students course registration account
prior to the E-Daftar activity, if their pre-registration application successful.
All approval / registration / dropping / adding of the Co-Curriculum courses are
under the responsibility and administration of the Director of the Centre for Co-
Curriculum Programme for Main Campus (04-6535243/45/48), Coordinator of
the Co-Curriculum Programme for Engineering Campus (04-5995091),
Coordinator of the Co-Curriculum Programme for Health Campus (09-
7677547).
b) Dropping of Language and Co-Curriculum courses, if necessary, must be
made within the first week. After the first week, a fine of RM50.00 will be
charged.
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2.1.7 Registration of Audit Course (Y code)
Registration for the Audit course (Y code) is not allowed in the E-
Daftar. It can only be made during the official period of OCR in the School
or Centre involved. Students who are interested must complete the course
registration form which can be printed from the Campus Online Portal or
obtained it directly from the School. Approval from the lecturers of the
course to be audited and the Dean / Deputy Dean (Academic) [signed and
stamped] in the course registration form are required.
Registration on Audit courses (Y code) is not included in the calculation of
the total registered workload units. Grades obtained from Audit course are
not considered in the calculation of CGPA and total units for graduation.
2.1.8 Registration of Prerequisite Course (Z code)
Registration of the Prerequisite courses (Z code) is included in the total
registered workload (unit). Grades obtained from the Prerequisite courses
are not considered in the calculation of CGPA and units for graduation.
2.1.9 Late Course Registration / Late Course Addition
Late course registration or addition is not allowed after the official period of
the OCR ends without any reasonable excuses. General information on this
matter is as follows:
i) Late course registration and addition are only allowed in the first to
the third week with the approval of the Dean. Students will be fined
RM50.00 if the reasons given are not reasonable.
ii) Application to add a course after the third week will not be
considered, except for the special cases approved by the University.
2.1.10 Dropping Courses
Dropping the course is allowed until the end of the sixth week.
For this purpose, students must meet the requirements set by the University
as follows: -
i) Dropping Course Form must be completed by the student and signed by
the lecturer of the course involved and the Dean / Deputy Dean of their
respective schools and submit it to the general office of the
School/Centre which is responsible of offering the courses involved.
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ii) Students who wish to drop a language course must obtain the signature
and stamp of the Dean of the School of Language, Literacies and
Translation, as well as the signature and stamp of the Dean of their
respective schools.
iii) Students who wish to drop the Co-Curriculum courses must obtain the
approval of the Centre for Co-Curriculum Programme and the signature
and stamp of the Dean of their respective schools.
iv) The option for dropping courses cannot be misused. Lecturers have the
right not to certify the course that the student wish to drop if the student
is not serious, such as the record of attendance at lectures, tutorials and
practical is unsatisfactory, as well as poor performance in course work.
The student will be denied to sit for the examination and will be given
grade 'X' and is not allowed to repeat the course during the period of
Courses during the Long Vacation (KSCP).
2.1.11 Course Registration Confirmation Slip
Course registration confirmation slip that has been printed / obtained after
registering the course should be checked carefully to ensure no errors,
especially the code type of the registered course codes. Any data errors for
course registration must be corrected immediately whether during the period
of E-Daftar (for student with active status only) or during the period of OCR
at the Schools.
2.1.12 Revising and Updating Data / Information / Students Personal and
Academic Records
Personal and academic information for each student can be checked through
the Campus Online portal (campusonline.usm.my).
Students are advised to always check all the information displayed on this
website.
- Any application / notification for correction / updating of personal data
such as the spelling of names (names must be spelled as shown on the
Identification Card), Identification Card number and address
(permanent address and correspondence address) must be notified to the
office of the Student Data & Records Section.
- Any application / notification for correction of academic data such as
information on Major, Minor, MUET result and the course code should
be reported to the office of the Student Data & Records Section.
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- Application / notification for correction of the examination/results data
should be reported to the office of the Examination and Graduation
Section.
2.1.13 Academic Advisor
Each School will appoint an Academic Advisor for each student. Academic
Advisors are comprised of academic staff (lecturers). Normally,
confirmation from Academic Advisors will be made known to every student
during the first semester in the first year of their studies.
Academic Advisors will advice the students under their responsibility on the
academic-related matters. Among the important advice for the student is the
registration planning for certain courses in each semester during the study
period. Before registering the course, students are advised to consult and
discuss with their Academic Advisor to determine the courses to be
registered in a semester.
Final year students are advised to consult their respective academic advisors
before registering via E-Daftar to ensure they fulfil the graduation
requirements. Students under the Probation status (P1/P2) should obtain the
approval from the Academic Advisor before they register for courses in a
semester through OCR at the School and they are not allowed to register
through E-Daftar.
2.2 Interpretation of Unit/Credit
a) Unit
Each course is given a value, which is called a UNIT. The unit is determined by
the scope of its syllabus and the workload for the students. In general, a unit is
defined as follows:
Type of Course Definition of Unit
Theory 1 unit is equivalent to 1 contact hour per
week for 13 - 14 weeks in one semester.
Practical/Laboratory 1 unit is equivalent to 1.5 contact hours per
week for 13 - 14 hours in one semester
Language Proficiency 1 unit is equivalent to 1.5 contact hours per
week for 13 - 14 weeks in one semester.
Industrial Training/ Teaching
Practice
1 unit is equivalent to 2 weeks of training.
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b) Contact
Contact is defined as formal face-to-face meeting between an academic staff and
his/her students and it may take the form of lectures, tutorials, seminar,
laboratory and field work.
c) Accumulated Credit Unit
Units registered and passed are known as credits. To graduate, students must
accumulate the total number of credits stipulated for the program concerned.
2.3 Examination System
Examination would be held at the end of every semester. Students have to sit for
the examination of the courses they have registered. Students are required to
settle all due fees and fulfil the standing requirements for
lectures/tutorials/practical and other requirements before being allowed to sit for
the examination of courses they registered. Course evaluation will be based on
the two components of coursework and final examinations. Coursework
evaluation includes tests, essays, projects, assignments and participation in
tutorials.
Duration of Examination
Evaluated Courses Examination Duration
2 units 1 hour for coursework of more than 40%
2 units 2 hours for coursework of 40% and below
3 units or more 2 hours for coursework of more than 40%
3 units or more 3 hours for coursework of 40% and below
Barring from Examination
Students will be barred from sitting the final examination if they do not satisfy
the course requirements, such as absence from lectures and tutorials for at least
70%, and have not completed/fulfilled the required components of coursework.
Students will also be barred from sitting the final examination if they have not
settled the academic fees. A grade 'X' would be awarded for a course in which a
student is barred. Students will not be allowed repeating the course during
Course during the Long Vacation (KSCP).
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Grade Point Average System
Student academic achievement for registered courses will be graded as follows:
Alphabetic
Grade
A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- F
Grade
Points
4.00 3.67 3.33 3.00 2.67 2.33 2.00 1.67 1.33 1.00 0.67 0
Students awarded with grade 'C-' and below for a particular course would
be given a chance to improve their grades by repeating the course during the
KSCP (See below) or normal semester. Students awarded with grade 'C' and
above for a particular course will not be allowed to repeat the course whether
during KSCP or normal semester.
The achievements of students in any semester are based on Grade Point
Average (GPA) achieved from all the registered courses in a particular
semester. GPA is the indicator to determine the academic performance of
students in any semester.
CGPA is the Cumulative Grade Point Average accumulated by a student from
one semester to another during the years of study.
The formula to compute GPA and CGPA is as follows:
n
Ui Mi
Grade Point Average = i=1
__________
n
Ui
i=1
where
n = Number of courses taken
Ui = Course units for course i
Mi = Grade point for course i
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Example of calculation for GPA and CGPA:
Course Unit Grade Point
(GP)
Grade
(G )
Total
GP
Semester I
ABC XX1 4 3.00 B 12.00
ABC XX2 4 2.33 C+ 9.32
BCDXX3 3 1.67 C- 5.01
CDEXX4 4 2.00 C 8.00
EFGXX5 3 1.33 D+ 3.99
EFGXX6 2 2.67 B- 5.34
20 43.66
GPA = 43.66 = 2.18
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Course Unit Grade Point
(GP)
Grade
(G )
Total
GP
Semester II
ABCXX7 3 1.00 D 3.00
ABBXX8 4 2.33 C+ 9.32
BBCXX9 4 2.00 C 8.00
BCBX10 4 2.67 B- 10.68
XYZXX1 3 3.33 B+ 9.99
18 40.99
GPA = 40.99 =2.28
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CGPA = Total Accumulated GP 43.66 +40.99 84.65
Total Accumulated Unit = 20 +18 = 38 =2.23
From the above examples, the CGPA is calculated as the total grade
point accumulated for all the registered courses and divided by the total number
of the registered units.
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Courses During the Long Vacation (Kursus Semasa Cuti Panjang) (KSCP)
KSCP is offered to students who have taken a course earlier and obtained
a grade of 'C-', 'D+', 'D', 'D-', 'F' and 'DK' only. Students who have obtained 'X'
or 'F*' grade are not allowed to take the course during KSCP.
The purpose of KSCP is to:
i) Give an opportunity to students who are facing time constraints for
graduation.
ii) Assist students who need to accumulate a few more credits for graduation.
iii) Assist "probationary" students to enhance their academic status.
iv) Assist students who need to repeat a prerequisite course, which is not
offered in the following semester.
However, this opportunity is only given to students who are taking courses that
they have attempted before and achieved a grade as stipulated above, provided
that the course is being offered. Priority is given to the final year students.
Usually, formal lectures are not held, and teaching is via tutorials.
The duration of KSCP is 3 weeks, i.e. 2 weeks of tutorial and 1 week of
examination, all held during the long vacation. The KSCP schedule is available
in the University's Academic Calendar.
The Implementation KSCP
a) Students are allowed to register a maximum of 3 courses and the
total number of units registered must not exceed 10.
b) Marks/grades for coursework are taken from the highest marks/the best
grades obtained in a particular course in the normal semester before KSCP.
The final overall grade is determined as follows:
Final Grade = The best coursework marks or grade + Marks or grade
for KSCP examination
c) GPA calculation involves the LATEST grades (obtained in KSCP) and also
involves courses taken in the second semester and those repeated in KSCP.
If the GPA during KSCP as calculated above is 2.00 or better, the
academic status will be active, even though the academic status for the
second semester was on probation status. However, if the GPA for KSCP
(as calculated above) is 1.99 or below, the academic status will remain as
probation status for the second semester.
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d) Graduating students (those who have fulfilled the graduation requirements)
in the second semester are not allowed to register for KSCP.
Academic Status
Active Status: Any student who achieves a GPA of 2.00 and above for any
examination in a semester will be recognised as ACTIVE and be allowed to
pursue his/her studies for the following semester.
Probation Status: A probation status is given to any student who achieves a GPA
of 1.99 and below. A student who is under probation status for three consecutive
semesters (P1, P2, FO) will not be allowed to pursue his/her studies at the
university. On the other hand, if the CGPA is 2.00 and above, the student
concerned will be allowed to pursue his/her studies and will be maintained at P2
status.
Without any prejudice to the above regulations, the University Examination
Council has the absolute right to terminate any student's studies if his/her
academic achievement do not satisfy and fulfil the accumulated minimum credit
in line with the number of semesters completed by the student as given in the
table below.
Number of Semesters
Total Accumulated Minimum
Credit Units
Pure Applied Professional
End of 2
nd
semester 15 15 16
End of 4
th
semester 35 35 38
End of 6
th
semester 55 55 60
End of 8
th
semester 75 75 80
The University Examination Council has the right to terminate any student's
studies due to certain reasons (a student who has not registered for the courses,
has not attended examination without valid reasons), as well as medical reasons
can be disqualified from pursuing his/her studies.
Examination Result
A provisional result (pass/fail) through the Tele-academic line: (600-83-7899),
Campus Online Portal and short message service (SMS) will usually be released
and announced after the School Examination Council meeting and presumably
one month after final examination.
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Full result (grade) can be enquired through the Tele-academic line: (600-83-
7899), Campus Online Portal and short message service (SMS) will be released
and announced after the University Examination Council meeting and is usually
two weeks after the provisional results are released.
The official semester results (SEMGRED) will be issued to students during the
second week of the following semester.
2.4 Unit Exemption/Credit Transfer
Definition of Unit Exemption
Unit exemption is defined as the total number of units given to students who are
pursuing their studies in USM that are exempted from the graduation
requirements. Students only need to accumulate the remaining units for
graduating purpose. Only passes or course grades accumulated or acquired in
USM will be included in the calculation of the Cumulative Grade Point Average
(CGPA) for graduation purpose.
Regulations and Implementation of Unit Exemption
a) Diploma holders from recognised Public and Private Institutions of Higher
Learning
i) Unit exemption can only be given to courses taken at diploma level.
ii) Courses for unit exemption may be combined (in two or more
combinations) in order to obtain exemption of one course at degree
level. However if the School would like to approve only one course at
the diploma level for unit exemption of one course at degree level, the
course at diploma level must be equivalent to the degree course and has
the same or more units.
iii) Courses taken during employment (in service) for diploma holders
cannot be considered for unit exemption.
iv) The minimum achievement at diploma level that can be considered for
unit exemption is at least 'C' grade or 2.0 or equivalent.
v) The total number of semesters exempted should not exceed two
semesters.
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vi) In order to obtain unit exemption for industrial training, a student must
have work experience continuously for at least two years in the area. If
the student has undergone industrial training during the diploma level
study, a student must have work experience for at least one year. The
students are also required to produce the report on the level and type of
work performed. Industrial training unit exemption cannot be
considered for semester exemption as the industrial training is carried
out during the long vacation in USM.
vii) Unit exemption for university and option courses can only be given for
courses such as Bahasa Malaysia (LKM400), English Language,
Islamic and Asian Civilisations and as well as co-curriculum.
b) IPTS (Private Institution of Higher Learning) USM Supervised/External
Diploma Graduates
i) Students who are IPTS USM supervised/external diploma graduates are
given unit exemption as stipulated by the specific programme of study.
Normally, unit exemption in this category is given as a block according
to the agreement between USM (through School that offers the
programme) with the IPTS.
c) Students from recognised local or foreign IPTA (Public Institution of
Higher Learning)/IPTS who are studying at the Bachelor Degree level may
apply to study in this university and if successful, can be considered for unit
exemptions subject to the following conditions:
i) Courses taken in the previous IPT are equivalent (at least 50% of the
course must be the same) with courses offered in USM.
ii) Students taking courses at advanced diploma level in IPT that is
recognised to be equivalent to the Bachelor Degree course at USM may
be considered for unit exemption as in c) i).
iii) The total maximum unit exemption allowed should not exceed one third
of the total unit requirement for graduation.
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Total Number of Exempted Semesters
Semester exemption is based on the total unit exempted as below:-
Total Unit Exempted Total Semester Exempted
<9 -
9-32 1
>32 2
Application Procedure for Unit Exemption
Any student who would like to apply for exemption unit is required to complete
the Unit Exemption Form which can be obtained at the counter of Admission and
Enrolments Unit or the respective schools.
The form must to be approved by the Dean/Deputy Dean of the School prior to
the submission to the Admission and Enrolments Unit for consideration.
Definition of Credit Transfer
Credit transfer is defined as the recognition of a total number of credits obtained
by USM students taking courses in other IPTA (Public Institution of Higher
Learning) within the period of study at USM, and is combined with credits
obtained at USM to fulfil units requirement for his/her programme of study. The
transferred examination result or grades obtained in courses taken at other IPTA
will be combined in the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) calculation.
Category of Students Who Can Be Considered for Credit Transfer
USM full-time Bachelor Degree level students who would like to attend specific
Bachelor Degree level courses at other IPTA.
USM full-time diploma level students who would like to attend specific diploma
level courses at other IPTA.
Conditions
a) Basic and Core Courses
i) Credit transfer can only be considered for credits obtained from other
courses in other IPTA that are equivalent (at least 50% of the content
are the same) with the courses offered by the programme.
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ii) Courses that can be transferred are only courses that have the same
number of units or more. For equivalent courses but with less number
of units, credit transfers can be approved by combining a few courses.
Credits transferred are the same as the course units as offered in USM.
Average grade of the combined course will be taken into account in
CGPA calculation.
b) Elective or Option Courses
i) Students may attend any appropriate courses in other IPTA subject to
permission from the School as well as the approval of other IPTA.
ii) The transferred credits are credits obtained from courses at other IPTA.
No course equivalence condition is required.
c) Minor Courses
i) For credit transfer of minor courses, the School should adhere to either
conditions (a) or (b), and take into account of the programme
requirement.
d) The total maximum units transferred should not exceed one third of the total
number of units for the programme.
e) Credit exemption from other IPTA can be considered only once for each
IPTA.
f) The examination results obtained by a student taken at other IPTA will be
taken into account for graduation purpose. Grade obtained for each course
will be combined with the grades obtained at USM for CGPA calculation.
g) Students who have applied and approved for credit transfer are not allowed
to cancel the approval after the examination result is obtained.
h) Students are required to register courses at other IPTA with not less than the
total minimum units as well as not exceeding the maximum units as
stipulated in their programme of study. However, for specific cases (e.g.
students on extended semester and only require a few units for graduation),
the Dean may approve such students to register less than the minimum and
the semester will not be counted in the residential requirement. In this case,
the CGPA calculation will be carried out as in KSCP.
i) USM students attending courses at other IPTA and if failed in any courses
are allowed to resit the examination if there is such provision in that IPTA.
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j) If the method of calculation of examination marks in the other IPTA is not
the same as in USM, a grade conversion method will be carried out
according to the existing scales.
k) USM students who have registered courses at other IPTA and decided to
return to study in USM, must adhere to the existing course registration
conditions in USM.
Application Procedure for Attending Courses/Credit Transfer
USM students who would like to attend courses/credit transfer at other IPTAs
should apply using Unit Exemption Form.
The application form should be submitted for the Dean's approval for the
programme of study within three months before the application is submitted to
other IPTA for consideration.
2.5 Academic Integrity
"Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless. Knowledge without integrity
is dangerous and weak" Samuel Johnson
Being a student of the University Sains Malaysia requires a firm adherence to the
basic values, integrity, purpose and meaning of a university education. The most
essential values in academia are rooted on the principles of truth seeking in
knowledge and honesty with regards to the intellectual property of oneself and of
others. Thus, students must bear the responsibility of maintaining these
principles in all work done in their academic endeavour.
Academic dishonesty violates the fundamental purpose of preserving and
maintaining the integrity of university education and will not be tolerated. The
following, although not exhaustive, are examples of practices or actions that are
considered dishonest acts in academic pursuit.
(a)
Cheating
Cheating is the unauthorised use of information or other aids in any
academic exercise. There are numerous "infamous" ways and methods of
cheating including:
Copying from others during a test or an exam.
Using unauthorised materials or devices (calculator, PDA, mobile
phone, pager, etc.) during a test or an exam.
Asking or allowing another student to take a test or an exam for you and
vice-versa.
Sharing answers or programmes for an assignment or project.
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Tampering with marked/graded work after it has been returned, then
resubmitting it for remarking/regrading.
Allowing others to do the research, writing, programming, or other
types of assignment.
Submitting identical or similar work in more than one course without
consulting or prior permission from the lecturers involved.
Below is an excerpt from the University and University College Act 1971,
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Discipline of Students, Rule 1999 regarding conduct
during examination (Part II, Provision 8):
Conduct during examination
8. No student can-
(a) take any form of books, worksheets, documents, pictures or any
other materials, other than those authorised by the examiner, into or
out of any examination room, or receive any form of books,
worksheets, documents, pictures or any other materials from
outsiders when in examination room. Students can receive any form
of books, worksheets, documents, pictures or any other materials
recommended by the examiner or the Board of Examiners, and
authorized by the Vice-Chancellor
(b) write, or have somebody else to write, any information or to draw
diagrams which can be related to the examination taken by the
student, on any parts of the body, or on the clothings worn by the
student.
(c) contact with other students during an examination through any form
of communication, or
(d) cheat or try to cheat or act in any way that can be interpreted as
cheating.
(b)
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is "academic theft". It violates the intellectual property rights of
the author. Simply put, it is the use, in part or whole, of other's words or
ideas and claiming it as yours without proper attribution to the original
author. It includes:
Copying and pasting information, graphics or media from the Internet
into your work without citing the source.
Paraphrasing or summarising other's written or spoken words that are
not common knowledge, without referencing the source.
Not putting quote marks around parts of the source that you copy
exactly.
Using someone else's work or acquiring papers, assignment, project or
research you did not do and turning it in as if you had done the work
yourself.
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Giving incorrect information about the source of reference.
Not acknowledging collaborators in an assignment, paper, project or
research.
Plagiarism is, however, often misunderstood. There are numerous sources in
the Internet that describe plagiarism and explain acceptable ways for using
borrowed words. Students should explore the relevant materials.
Below is an excerpt from the University and University College Act 1971,
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Discipline of Students, Rule 1999 regarding
prohibition against plagiarism (Part II, Provision 6):
Prohibitions against plagiarism
6. (1) A student shall not plagiarise any idea, writing, data or invention
belonging to another person.
(2) For the purpose of this rule, plagiarism includes:
(a) the act of taking an idea, writing, data or invention of another
person and claiming that the idea, writing, data or invention is
the result of one's own findings or creation; or
(b) an attempt to make out or the act of making out, in such a way,
that one is the original source or the creator of an idea,
writing, data or invention which has actually been taken from
some other source.
(3) Without prejudice to the generality of sub rule (2), a student
plagiarises when he/she:
(a) publishes, with himself/herself as the author, an abstract,
article, scientific or academic paper, or book which is wholly
or partly written by some other person;
(b) incorporates himself/herself or allows himself/herself to be
incorporated as a co-author of an abstract, article, scientific or
academic paper, or book, when he/she has not at all made any
written contribution to the abstract, article, scientific or
academic paper, or book;
(c) forces another person to include his/her name in the list of co-
researchers for a particular research project or in the list of
co-authors for a publication when he/she has not made any
contribution which may qualify him/her as a co-researcher or
co-author;
(d) extract academic data which are the result of research
undertaken by some other person, such as laboratory findings
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or field work findings or data obtained through library
research, whether published or unpublished, and incorporate
those data as part of his/her academic research without giving
due acknowledgement to the actual source;
(e) uses research data obtained through collaborative work with
some other person, whether or not that other person is a staff
member or a student of the University, as part of another
distinct personal academic research of his/her, or for a
publication In his/her own name as sole author, without
obtaining the consent of his/her co-researchers prior to
embarking on his/her personal research or prior to publishing
the data;
(f) transcribes the ideas or creations of others kept in whatever
form, whether written, printed or available in electronic form,
or in slide form, or in whatever form of teaching or research
apparatus, or in any other form, and claims whether directly or
indirectly that he/she is the creator of that idea or creation;
(g) translates the writing or creation of another person from one
language to another whether or not wholly or partly, and
subsequently presents the translation in whatever form or
manner as his/her own writing or creation; or
(h) extracts ideas from another person's writing or creation and
makes certain modifications without due reference to the
original source and rearranges them in such a way that it
appears as if he/she is the creator of those ideas.
(c)
Fabrication
Unauthorised invention, alteration, falsification or misleading use of data,
information or citation in any academic work constitutes fabrication.
Fabricated information neither represent the student's own effort nor the
truth concerning a particular investigation or study thus violates the
principle of truth seeking in knowledge. Some examples are:
Making up or changing of data or result, or using someone else's result,
in an experiment, assignment or research.
Citing sources that are not actually used or referred to.
Intentional listing of incorrect or fictitious references.
Falsifying of academic records or documents to gain academic
advantage.
Forging signatures of authorisation in any academic record or other
university document.
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(d)
Collusion
The School does not differentiate between those who commit an act of
academic dishonesty with those who knowingly allow or help others in
performing those acts. Some examples of collusion include:
Paying, bribing or allowing someone to do an assignment, test/exam,
project or research for you.
Doing or assisting others in an assignment, test/exam, project or
research for something in return.
Permitting your work to be submitted as the work of others.
Providing material, information, or sources to others knowing that such
aids could be used in any dishonest act.
(e)
Unfair Advantage
A student may obtain an unfair advantage over another, which is also a
breach of academic integrity, in several ways including:
Gaining access to, stealing, reproducing or circulating of test or exam
material prior to its authorised time.
Depriving others of the use of library material by stealing, defacing,
destroying or hiding it.
Intentionally interfering with other's effort to do their academic work.
Altering or destroying work or computer files/programmes that belong
to others or those that are meant for the whole class.
(f)
Consequences of Violating Academic Integrity
Both students and academic staff must assume the responsibility of
protecting and upholding the academic integrity of the university. In the
event that a student encounters any incident that denotes academic
dishonesty, the student is expected to report it to the relevant lecturer. The
lecturer is then responsible to substantiate the violation and is encouraged to
confront the perpetrator(s) to discuss the facts surrounding the allegation,
and report the matter to the Deputy Deans or the Dean of the School.
If the lecturer found that the student is guilty, an appropriate punitive
grading may be applied, depending on the extent of the violation. Examples
of punitive grading are giving lower grade or "F" on the assignment, test,
project, or lower grade or "F" for the whole course.
If the violation is deemed serious by the lecturer, the matter will be brought
to the attention of the University Disciplinary Authority where appropriate
action will be taken. If a student is caught in an examination, the University
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Examination Board will pursue the matter according to the university's
procedure. The consequence then may range from a warning, fine not
exceeding RM200, exclusion from any specific part or parts of the
University for a specified period, suspension from being a student of the
University for a specified period, or expulsion from the University
(University and University College Act 1971, Universiti Sains Malaysia,
Discipline of Students, Rule 1999).
Below is an excerpt from the University and University College Act 1971,
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Discipline of Students, Rule 1999 regarding
Disciplinary Punishment (Part II, Provision 48):
Disciplinary punishment
48. A student who commits a disciplinary offense under these Rules and
found guilty of the offense can be punished according to any one or any
two or more of the following appropriate actions;
(a) warning;
(b) fine not more than two hundred ringgit;
(c) banned from entering any or certain premises of the University for
a specified period;
(d) suspended from being a student of the University for a specified
period;
(e) dismissed from the University
2.6 USM Mentor Programme
Mentor Programme acts as a support-aid that involves the staff undergoing
special training as a consultant and guide to USM community who would like to
share their feelings and any psychosocial aspects that could harm their social
functions. This programme manages psychosocial issues in a more effective
manner and finally could improve the well-being of individuals in order to
achieve life of better quality.
Objectives
(a) As a co-operation and mutual assistance mechanism for dealing with stress,
psychosocial problems and many more in order to reinforce the well-being
of the USM community.
(b) To inculcate the spirit of unity and the concept of helping one another by
appointing a well-trained mentor as a social agent who promotes caring
society for USM
(c) To produce more volunteers to assist those who need help
(d) To prevent damages in any psychosocial aspects before they reach a critical
stage.
For more information, please visit www.usm.my/mentor
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2.7 Student Exchange Programme
(a) Study Abroad Scheme
The student exchange programme is an opportunity for USM students to study
one or two semesters abroad at any USM partners institutions. Ideally,
students are encouraged to participate in the exchange programme within their
third to fifth semester (3 years degree programme) and within third to seventh
semester (4 years degree programme).
Studies abroad are planned beforehand with the Dean or Deputy Dean of
the respective School, and with the International Office. Credits earned at
an associate university are transferable as a part of credit accumulation for
graduation.
(b) Student Exchange Programme between Local Higher Education
Institutions (RPPIPT)
This is a programme that allows students of public higher learning institutions to
do an exchange programme for a semester between the public higher institutions
itself. Students can choose any relevant courses and apply for credit transfers.
For more information, please visit http://www.usm.my/io or contact the
Academic Collaboration Unit, International Office at +604 653 2775/2778.
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3.0 UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Summary of University Requirements
Students are required to take 15 - 22 units of the following University/Option
courses for University requirements:
University Requirements Unit
1 Bahasa Malaysia 2
2 English Language 4
3 Local Students
Islamic and Asian Civilisations (TITAS) (2 Units)
Ethnic Relations (2 Units)
Core Entrepreneurship* (2 Units)
International Students
Malaysian Studies (4 Units)
Option/Bahasa Malaysia/English Language (2 Units)
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4
Third Language/Co-Curriculum /Skill Course/Options
Students have to choose one of the followings:
Third Language Package
Co-Curriculum** (1-6 units)
Skill Course/Options
3 10
Total 15 22
* Students from Schools which have a similar course as this are exempted from
following this course. The units should be replaced by an option course.
** Students from the School of Education are required to choose a uniformed body co-
curriculum package. Students from the School of Medical Sciences and School of
Dentistry are required to register two (2) units of Co-Curriculum course in year Two.
Students from the School of Health Sciences are required to register one (1) unit of
Co-Curriculum course.
Details of the University requirements are given in the following sections.
3.2 Bahasa Malaysia
(a) Local Students
The requirements are as follows:
LKM400/2 - Bahasa Malaysia IV
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All Malaysian students must take LKM400 and pass with the minimum of grade
C in order to graduate.
Entry requirements for Bahasa Malaysia are as follows:
No Qualification Grade Level of
Entry
Type Units Status
1. (a) SPM/MCE/SC
(or equivalent
qualification)
(b) STPM/HSC
(or equivalent
qualification)
1 - 6
P/S
LKM400 U 2 Graduation
requirement
Note: To obtain credit units for Bahasa Malaysia courses, a minimum grade
of C is required.
Students may obtain advice from the School of Languages, Literacies
and Translation if they have different Bahasa Malaysia qualification
from the above.
(b) International Students
International students pursuing Bachelors degrees in Science,
Accounting, Arts (ELLS), Education (TESL) and Housing, Building
and Planning.
All international students in this category are required to take the following
courses:
Code Type Units
LKM100 U 2
International students (non-Indonesian) pursuing Bachelors degrees in
Arts.
International students in this category are required to take and pass three
Intensive Malay Language courses before they commence their Bachelors
degree programmes.
Code Course Duration
LKM101 Bahasa Malaysia Persediaan I 4 months
LKM102 Bahasa Malaysia Persediaan II 4 months
LKM201 Bahasa Malaysia Pertengahan 4 months
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The Bahasa Malaysia graduation requirement for this category of students is as
follows:
Code Type Units
LKM300 U 2
International students (Indonesian) pursuing Bachelors degrees in Arts.
The Bahasa Malaysia graduation requirement for this category of students is as
follows:
Code Type Units
LKM200 U 2
LKM300 U 2
Note: Students must pass with a minimum grade of C for type U courses.
3.3 English Language
All Bachelors degree students must take 4 units of English Language courses in
fulfillment of the University requirement for graduation.
(a) Entry Requirements for English Language Courses
No English Language
Qualification
Grade Level of
Entry
Status
1. *MUET
LSP401/402/403/404
Discretion of Dean
Band 6
A - C
LHP
451/452/453/
454/455/456/
457/458/459
Compulsory/
Option/Type U
(2 Units)
2. *MUET
LSP300
Discretion of Dean
Band 5
A - C
LSP
401/402/403/
404
Compulsory/
Type U
(2 Units)
3. *MUET
LMT100
Discretion of Dean
Band 4
A - C
LSP300 Compulsory/
Type U
(2 Units)
4. *MUET
Discretion of Dean
Band 3/2/1
(Score
0 - 179)
LMT100/
Re-sit MUET
Pre-requisite/
Type Z
(2 Units)
* MUET: Malaysia University English Test.
Students may obtain advice from the School of Languages, Literacies and
Translation if they have different English Language qualification from the above.
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Note:
Students are required to accumulate four (4) units of English for graduation.
In order to obtain units in English Language courses, students have to pass with
a minimum grade of C.
Students with a Score 260 - 300 (Band 6) in MUET must accumulate the 4 units
of English from the courses in the post-advanced level
(LHP451/452/453/454/455/456/457/ 458/459*). They can also take foreign
language courses to replace their English language units but they must first
obtain a written consent from the Dean of the School of Languages, Literacies
and Translation.
(Please use the form that can be obtained from the School of Languages,
Literacies and Translation.)
[*The number of units for LHP457 is 4 and for LHP451, 452, 453, 454, 455,
456, 458 and 459 is 2.]
Students with a score of 179 and below in MUET are required to resit MUET to
improve their score to Band 4 or take LMT100 and pass with a minimum grade
of C.
(b) English Language Courses (Compulsory English Language Units)
The English Language courses offered as University courses are as follows:
No Code/Unit Course Title School (If Applicable)
1. LMT100/2 Preparatory
English
Students from all Schools
2. LSP300/2 Academic
English
Students from all Schools
3. LSP401/2 General English Students from:
School of Education Studies (Arts)
School of Fine Arts
School of Humanities
School of Social Sciences
4. LSP402/2 Scientific and
Medical English
Students from:
School of Biological Sciences
School of Physics
School of Chemical Sciences
School of Mathematical Sciences
School of Industrial Technology
School of Education Studies (Science)
School of Medical Sciences
School of Health & Dental Sciences
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
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5. LSP403/2 Business and
Communication
English
Students from:
School of Management
School of Communication
6. LSP404/2 Technical and
Engineering
English
Students from:
School of Computer Sciences
School of Housing, Building and
Planning
Schools of Engineering
7. LDN 101/2 English For
Nursing I
Students from School of Health
Sciences
8. LDN 201/2 English For
Nursing II
Students from School of Health
Sciences
3.4 Local Students - Islamic and Asian Civilisations/Ethnic Relations/Core
Entrepreneurship
(a) Islamic and Asian Civilisations (The course is conducted in Bahasa
Malaysia)
The following course is compulsory to pass (with a minimum grade of C):
HTU 223 Islamic and Asian Civilisation (TITAS) (2 units)
This course aims to increase students knowledge on history, principles, values,
main aspect of Malay civilization, Islamic civilization and its culture. With the
academic exposure to cultural issues and civilization in Malaysia, it is hoped that
students will be more aware of issues that can contribute to the cultivation of the
culture of respect and harmony among the plural society of Malaysia.
Among the topics in this course are Interaction among Various Civilization,
Islamic Civilization, Malay Civilization, Contemporary Challenges faced by the
Islamic and Asian Civilization and Islamic Hadhari Principles.
(b) Ethnic Relations (The course is conducted in Bahasa Malaysia)
The following course is compulsory to pass (with a minimum grade of C):
SHE 101 Ethnic Relations (2 units)
This course is an introduction to ethnic relations in Malaysia. This course is
designed with 3 main objectives: (1) to introduce students to the basic concept
and the practices of social accord in Malaysia, (2) to reinforce basic
understanding of challenges and problems in a multi-ethnic society, and (3) to
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provide an understanding and awareness in managing the complexity of ethnic
relations in Malaysia. At the end of this course, it is hoped that students will be
able to identify and apply the skills to issues associated with ethnic relations in
Malaysia.
(c) Core Entrepreneurship (The course is conducted in Bahasa Malaysia)
The following course is compulsory to pass (with a minimum grade of C):
WUS 101 Core Entrepreneurship (2 units)
This course aims to provide basic exposure to students in the field of
entrepreneurship and business, with emphasis on the implementation of the
learning aspects while experiencing the process of executing business projects in
campus. The mode of teaching is through interactive lectures, practical, business
plan proposal, execution of entrepreneurial projects and report presentations.
Practical experiences through hands-on participation of students in business
projects management will generate interest and provide a clearer picture of
entrepreneurship world. The main learning outcome is the assimilation of culture
and entrepreneurship work ethics in their everyday life. This initiative is made to
open the minds and arouse the spirit of entrepreneurship among target groups
that possess the potentials to become successful entrepreneurs. By exposing
entrepreneurial knowledge to all students, it is hoped that it will accelerate the
effort to increase the number of middle class entrepreneurs in the country.
For more information, please refer to the Co-curriculum Program Reference
Book.
3.5 International Students - Malaysian Studies/Option
(a) Malaysian Studies
The following course is compulsory to pass (with a minimum grade of C) for all
international students:
SEA205E - Malaysian Studies (4 Units)
This course investigates the structure of the Malaysian system of government
and the major trends in contemporary Malaysia. Emphasis will be given both to
current issues in Malaysian politics and the historical and economic
developments and trends of the country. The discussion begins with a review of
the independence process. An analysis of the formation and workings of the
major institutions of government parliament, judiciary, bureaucracy, and the
electoral and party systems will follow this. The scope and extent of Malaysian
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democracy will be considered, especially in light of current changes and
developments in Malaysian politics. The second part of the course focuses on
specific issues: ethnic relations, national unity and the national ideology;
development and political change; federal-state relations; the role of religion in
Malaysian politics; politics and business; Malaysia in the modern world system;
civil society; law, justice and order; and directions for the future.
(b) Option/Bahasa Malaysia/English Language (2 Units)
International students need to fulfill a further 2 units of option course or
additional Bahasa Malaysia/English Language course.
3.6 Third Language/Co-Curriculum/Skill Courses/Options
Students have to choose one of the followings (A/B/C):
(A) Third Language Package (6 Units)
Third Language Courses are offered as University courses. They are
offered as a package of three (3) levels, 2 units per level. The total
number of units per package is 6. Students are requested to complete all
levels (3 semesters). The packages offered are as follows:
Commn.
Arabic
Commn.
Chinese
Commn.
Japanese
Commn.
German
Commn.
Korean
LTA100/2 LTC100/2 LTJ 100/2 LTG100/2 LTK100/2
LTA200/2 LTC200/2 LTJ 200/2 LTG200/2 LTK200/2
LTA300/2 LTC300/2 LTJ 300/2 LTG300/2 LTK300/2
Commn.
French
Commn.
Spanish
Commn.
Tamil
Commn.
Thai
LTP100/2 LTE100/2 LTT100/2 LTS100/2
LTP200/2 LTE200/2 LTT200/2 LTS200/2
LTP300/2 LTE300/2 LTT300/2 LTS300/2
(B) Uniformed/Seni Silat Cekak Co-Curriculum Package (4 - 6 Units)
Students who choose to take packaged co-curriculum courses are required
to complete all levels of the package. It is compulsory for students from
the School of Education to choose a uniformed body co-curriculum
package from the list below (excluding Seni Silat Cekak). The co-
curriculum packages offered are as follows:
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Armed Uniformed/Seni Silat Cekak Co-Curriculum Package
(6 Units) (3 years)
PALAPES
Tentera
Darat
(Army)
PALAPES
Tentera
Laut
(Navy)
PALAPES
Tentera
Udara
(Air Force)
SUKSIS
(Student
Police
Volunteer)
Seni Silat
Cekak
WTD102/2 WTL102/2 WTU102/2 WPD101/2 WCC123/2
WTD202/2 WTL202/2 WTU202/2 WPD201/2 WCC223/2
WTD302/2 WTL302/2 WTU302/2 WPD301/2 WCC323/2
Unarmed Uniformed Co-Curriculum Package (4 Units) (2 Years)
Kelana Siswa
(Rover Training)
Bulan Sabit Merah
(Red Crescent)
Ambulans St. John
(St. John Ambulance)
WLK101/2 WBM101/2 WJ A101/2
WLK201/2 WBM201/2 WJ A201/2
Unarmed Uniformed Co-Curriculum Package (2 Units) (1 Year)
SISPA (Siswa Siswi Pertahanan Awam) (Public Defense)
(offered in Health Campus only)
WLK101/2
WLK201/2
(C) Co-Curriculum/Skill Course/Options (1 6 Units)
All students are encouraged to follow the co-curriculum courses and are
given a maximum total of 6 units for Community Service, Culture,
Sports, Innovation & Initiatives and Leadership (Students from the
School of Medical Sciences and School of Dentistry are required to
register for two (2) units of Co-Curriculum course in Year Two).
(Students from the School of Health Sciences must take at least one of
the co-curriculum courses while those from the School of Education
must take the uniformed co-curriculum package [excluding Seni Silat
Cekak]). Students who do not enroll for any co-curriculum courses or
who enroll for only a portion of the 3 units need to replace these units
with skill/option courses. The co-curriculum, skill and option courses
offered are as follows:
(i) Community Service, Culture, Sports, Innovation & Initiatives and
Leadership Co-Curriculum Courses
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Packaged
(Students are required to complete all levels)
Khidmat Masyarakat
(Community Service)
(2 Years)
Jazz Band
(3 Years)
Karate
(3 Semesters)
Taekwondo
(3 Semesters)
WKM101/1 WCC108/1 WSC108/1 WSC115/1
WKM201/1 WCC208/1 WSC208/1 WSC215/1
WCC308/1 WSC308/1 WSC315/1
Non-Packaged (1 Semester)
Culture Sports
WCC103/1 - Catan (Painting) WSC105/1 - Bola Tampar (Volley
Ball)
WCC105/1 - Gamelan WSC106/1 - Golf
WCC107/1 - Guitar WSC110/1 - Memanah (Archery)
WCC109/1 - Koir (Choir) WSC111/1 - Ping Pong
(Table Tennis)
WCC110/1 - Kraftangan
(Handcrafting)
WSC112/1 - Renang (Swimming)
WCC115/1 - Tarian Moden
(Modern Dance)
WSC113/1 - Aerobik (Aerobic)
WCC116/1 - Tarian Tradisional
(Traditional Dance)
WSC114/1 - Skuasy (Squash)
WCC117/1 - Teater Moden
(Modern Theatre)
WSC116/1 - Tenis (Tennis)
WCC118/1 - Wayang Kulit Melayu
(Malay Shadow Play)
WSC119/1 - Badminton
WCC119/1 - Senaman Qigong Asas
(Basic Qigong Exercise)
WSC122/1 - Selaman SCUBA
(SCUBA Diving)
WCC219 Senaman Qigong
Pertengahan (Intermediate
Qigong Exercise)
WSC123/1 - Kriket (Cricket)
WCC124/1 Kompang Berlagu WCC124/1 Sepak Takraw
WCC122/1 - Seni Memasak
(Culinary Art)
WSC 125/1 Futsal
WCC127/1 Kesenian Muzik
Nasyid (Nasyid Musical
Art)
WSC 126/1 Bola J aring (Netball)
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Innovation & Initiative Leadership (Kepimpinan)
WCC120/1 - Canting Batik (Batik
Painting)
WSC 127/1 Pengurusan Acara 1
(Event Management 1)
WCC121/1 - Seni Khat
(Calligraphic Art)
WSC 227/1 Pengurusan Acara 2
(Event Management 2)
WCC125/1 Seni Wau Tradisional
(Traditional Kite Art)
WCC128 Seni Sulaman & Manik
Labuci (Embroidery &
Beads Sequins Art)
WCC 130 Seni Fotografi SLR
Digital (Digital SLR
Photography Art)
(ii) HTV201/2 - Teknik Berfikir (Thinking Techniques)
(iii) Other option/skill courses as recommended or required by the
respective school (if any)
(iv) English Language Courses
The following courses may be taken as university courses to fulfill
the compulsory English Language requirements (for Band 5 and
Band 6 in MUET) or as skill/option courses:
No Code/Unit Course Title
1. LHP451/2 Effective Reading
2. LHP452/2 Business Writing
3. LHP453/2 Creative Writing
4. LHP454/2 Academic Writing
5. LHP455/2 English Pronunciation Skills
6. LHP456/2 Spoken English
7. LHP457/4 Speech Writing and Public Speaking
8. LHP458/2 English for Translation
(Offered only in Semester II)
9. LHP459/2 English for Interpretation
(Offered only in Semester I)
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(v) Foreign Language Courses
The foreign language courses offered by the School of Languages,
Literacies and Translation can be taken by students as option or
compulsory courses to fulfill the number of units required for
graduation. Students are not allowed to register for more than one
foreign language course per semester. They must complete at least
two levels of a foreign language course before they are allowed to
register for another foreign language course. However, students are
not required to complete all four levels of one particular foreign
language course. The foreign language courses offered are as
follows:
Arabic Chinese Japanese German Spanish
LAA100/2 LAC100/2 LAJ 100/2 LAG100/2 LAE100/2
LAA200/2 LAC200/2 LAJ 200/2 LAG200/2 LAE200/2
LAA300/2 LAC300/2 LAJ 300/2 LAG300/2 LAE300/2
LAA400/2 LAC400/2 LAJ 400/2 LAG400/2 LAE400/2
French Thai Tamil Korean
LAP100/2 LAS100/2 LAT100/2 LAK100/2
LAP200/2 LAS200/2 LAT200/2 LAK200/2
LAP300/2 LAS300/2 LAT300/2 LAK300/2
LAP400/2 LAS400/2
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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL
SCIENCES
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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES
VISION
To realise the aspiration of Universiti Sains Malaysia in Transforming Higher Education
for a Sustainable Tomorrow.
MISSION
To produce chemistry graduates who are knowledgeable, highly skilled, well-
mannered and possess excellent work ethics suited for the requirements of the
public and industrial sectors.
To provide quality education and chemistry students.
To instill awareness among chemistry students towards the welfare of society.
To provide modern facilities for chemistry teaching and research.
To attract excellent students from Malaysia and overseas to do chemistry.
OBJECTIVES
To provide a broad, balanced and in depth education in chemistry and related
areas at the undergraduate level.
To develop the students into graduates with theoretical and practical knowledge
and the ability to apply the knowledge to employment or further studies in
chemistry or other related post graduate programmes.
To develop in students various skills including practical, social, communicative,
leadership and entrepreneurship skills.
To develop in students the ability to assess and solve problems critically,
logically and creatively.
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INTRODUCTION
The School of Chemical Sciences (SCS), established in 1969, is one of the pioneering
Schools of USM. With an academic staff of more than 30 and over 50 supporting staff,
the School has been entrusted to provide professional training in chemistry to meet the
demands of the industries and society.
The programme is designed not only to produce graduates with a solid knowledge of
Chemistry but also to equip them with attributes so that they can adapt readily to a
dynamic and rapidly developing working environment. The academic programme
[Bachelor of Science with Honours, B.Sc. (Hons) and Bachelor of Applied Science
B.App.Sc.(Hons)] from the School of Chemical Sciences, USM is planned to produce
graduates who are knowledgeable, highly skilled and well-mannered and possess
excellent work ethics suited for the requirements of the industrial and public sector.
In line with this aspiration, the School of Chemical Sciences has designed courses in such
a manner that they can be modified and adjusted from time to time to suit the requirement
of an unpredictable future. The School follows a system of studies which is liberal and
multi-disciplinary in nature.
PROGRAMMES OFFERED
The School offers two undergraduate programmes leading to:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) with Honours degree
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.App.Sc.) with Honours degree, majoring either in
Industrial or Analytical Chemistry.
These programmes which are recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (Institut
Kimia Malaysia) also include 8 weeks of industrial training with industrial partners,
commercial and research laboratories. Students are also encouraged to register for the
final year research project (which covers 2 semesters) during their final year.
The postgraduate programmes offered, either by research mode leading to M.Sc. and
Ph.D. or mixed-mode M.Sc. (Chemical Instrumentation), have managed to attract fellow
Malaysian and many foreign nationals.
SPECIALISATION
The School has given priority in creating a healthy research environment with a total of
over 200 postgraduate students engaging in various areas of research including natural
products, organic synthesis, nanoscience, electrochemistry, liquid crystals,
organometallics, environmental chemistry, materials chemistry and chemical education.
Many of our academic staff have been well endowed with research grants and funding
from government bodies and industries to support these research activities.
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Prof. Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood
Assoc Prof. Afidah Abdul Rahim
(Academic & Student Development)
Prof. Mohd Jain Noordin Mohd Kassim
( Industrial Linkages/ Training and Alumni)
DEAN
DEPUTY DEAN
PROGRAMMEMANAGER
Assoc Prof. Rohana Adnan
(Pure Science Programme)
Prof. Sulaiman Ab. Ghani
(Applied Science Programme)
Assoc. Prof. Wan Saime
Wan Ngah
(Teaching & Learning for
Level 100)
Prof. Farook Adam
(MUPA, Research Equipment
& Information Technology)
PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
Hjh. Zali Zaiton Hussin
ASSISTANTREGISTRAR
Ms. Sheilawanis Abdul Karim
Prof. Norita Mohamed
(Research & Postgraduates Studies)
MAIN ADMINISTRATIVE STAF
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ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
ADMINISTRATION
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
Dean
Prof. Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood
3262/3685
wakcm@usm.my
dean_chem@usm.my
Deputy Dean
(Academic & Student Development)
Assoc. Prof. Afidah Abdul Rahim
3913/3548
afidah@usm.my
tdpp_ppskimia@usm.my
Deputy Dean
(Postgraduate Studies & Research)
Prof. Norita Mohamed
4049/3686
mnorita@usm.my
tdpsp_ppskimia@usm.my
Deputy Dean
(Industrial Linkages/Training and
Alumni
Prof. Mohd J ain Noordin Mohd Kassim
4023
mjain@usm.my
PROGRAMME MANAGER
Pure Science Programme
Assoc. Prof. Rohana Adnan
3549
r_adnan@usm.my
Applied Science Programme
Prof. Sulaiman Ab Ghani
4030
sag@usm.my
Teaching & Learning for Level 100
Assoc. Prof. Wan Saime Wan Ngah
3569
wsaime@usm.my
MUPA, Research Equipment &
Information Technology
Prof. Farook Adam
3567
farook@usm.my
Principal Assistant Registrar
Hjh. Zali Zaiton Hj. Hussin
3540
zzh@usm.my
Assistant Registrar
Ms. Sheilawanis Binti Abdul Karim
3541
anisab@.usm.my
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ACADEMIC STAFF
PROFESSOR
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
Bahruddin Saad, Dr. 4049 bahrud@usm.my
Farook Adam, Dr. 3567 farook@usm.my
Lim Poh Eng, Dr. 3550 pelim@usm.my
Mohd. Asri Mohd. Nawi, Dr. 4031 masri@usm.my
Dato Muhammad Idiris Saleh , Dr. 4027 midiris@usm.my
Mohd. J ain Noordin Mohd. Kassim, Dr. 4023 mjain@usm.my
Mohamad Abu Bakar, Dr. 4025 bmohamad@usm.my
Norita Mohamed, Dr. 3686 mnorita@usm.my
Sulaiman Ab Ghani, Dr. 4030 sag@usm.my
Teoh Siang Guan, Dr. 3565 sgteoh@usm.my
Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood, Dr. 3262 wakcm@usm.my
Yeap Guan Yeow, Dr. 3568 gyyeap@usm.my
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Abdussalam Salhin Mohamed Ali, Dr.
(Contract Lecturer)
3562 abdussalam@usm.my
Afidah Abdul Rahim, Dr. 3913 afidah@usm.my
Hasnah Osman, Dr. 3558 ohasnah@usm.my
Mas Rosemal Hakim Mas Haris, Dr. 3563 mas1@usm.my
Mohamad Nasir Mohamad Ibrahim, Dr. 3554 mnm@usm.my
Rohana Adnan, Dr. 3549 r_adnan@usm.my
Seng Chye Eng, Dr. 3546 ceseng@usm.my
Wan Saime Wan Ngah, Dr. 3569 wsaime@usm.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Amat Ngilmi Ahmad Sujari, Dr. 3637 angilmi@usm.my
Che Su Endud, Pn. 4032 chesu@usm.my
Melati Khairuddean, Dr. 3560 melati@usm.my
Noor Hana Hanif Abu Bakar, Dr. 4025 hana_hanif@usm.my
Ng Eng Poh, Dr. 4021 epng@usm.my
Rosenani S.M. Anwarul Haque, Dr. 3578 rosenani@usm.my
Oo Chuan Wei, Dr. 3680 oocw@usm.my
Yam Wan Sinn, Dr. 3558 wansinn@usm.my
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LECTURER TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
Yeoh Kar Kheng, Dr. 5179 kkyeoh@usm.my
RESEARCH OFFICER
Che Sofiah Saidin 3549 csofiah@usm.my
Kirupanithi A/P Pooranavelu 3680 kirupa@usm.my
Manoharan Veeran 3566 vmano@usm.my
Nordin Mohamed 3559 nordin@usm.my
Rabiah Bee Abdul Carrim 3561 rabiah@usm.my
Siti Mariam Suja 3548 smariam@usm.my
SUPPORT / TECHNICAL STAFF
SCIENCE OFFICER
Khairul Izwan Saruddin 4033 kizwan@usm.my
Nurul Arlita Kushiar 4058 arlita@usm.my
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
Industrial Chemistry Section
Ami Mardiana Othman
4059
amimardiana@usm.my
Analytical Chemistry Section
Mohd Zamri Rosidi
5176
zamri5083@usm.my
Physical Chemistry Section
Muhd Nizam Muhammad Isa
5177
muhd_nizam@usm.my
Organic Chemistry Section
Wan Zulilawati Wan Zulkipli
3577
wanzulilawati@usm.my
Inorganic Chemistry Section
Azizo Bin Daud
3577
azizo@usm.my
MUPA Lab
Saripah Azizah Mansor
3577
saripahazizah@usm.my
Lim Gin Keat, Dr. 3547 limgk@usm.my
Lee Hooi Ling, Dr.
3547 limgk@usm.my
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SENIOR LAB ASSISTANT
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
Organic Chemistry Section
Chow Cheng Por 3571 cpchow@usm.my
Inorganic Chemistry Section
Razly Effenly Khalid @ Khalib 3565 / 3577 och@usm.my
Ong Ching Hin 3579 razly@usm.my
Industrial Chemistry Section
Burhanuddin Saad 3687 burhansaad@usm.my
Analytical Chemistry Section
Norhayati Abdul Kadir 4041 rozeyanti@usm.my
Laboratory for Level 100
Aw Yeong Choek Hoe 3565 awyeong@usm.my
Mohd Nazri Saed 3026 mnazri_saed@usm.my
SUPPORT / TECHNICAL STAFF
Electronic Workshop
Zainal Abidin Othman 3544 zainalothman@usm.my
Abd Razak Hashim 3544 abdulrazak@usm.my
Mohd Fairoz Shahul Hamid 3544 mohdfairoz@usm.my
Glass Blowing Workshop
J amal Mohamed Shah Hamid 2690/3542 jamalmohamed@usm.my
Ramlee Abdul Wahab 2690/3542 awramlee@usm.my
Chemicals Store
Mohamad Noor Abd Aziz 3570 monaz@usm.my
Abd Rahman Othman 3570 abdulrahmano@usm.my
Deans Stenographer
Rohaina Shaik J amaludin 3262 rohaina@usm.my
Deputy Deans Stenographer
Siti Hawa Hamdun 3576 hawahamdun@usm.my
Administrative Assistant
Yeoh Chooi Ling 3973 chooiling@usm.my
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LABORATORY EQUIPMENTS SERVICES
Atomic Absorption Spectrometer
Ext. 4059/2059
CHNS/O
Ext. 3565
Electrochemical Workstation Room K316
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer
Ext.
4059/4036/3572/
3865
Gas Chromatograph
Ext.
4036/3571/4059/
4031
Gel Permeation Chromatograph
Ext. 4038
GC-MS
Ext. 4059
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph [HPLC]
Ext.
4038/4040/3571/
2061/ 4059
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer
[ICP-MS]
Ext. 4057
MUPA Lab
Room 270/017
MUPA LAB
Ext. 4057
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer
[NMR 400 MHz/300Mz]
Room 032
Ext. 3589
Thermogravimetric Analyser / Differential Scanning
Colorimeter
Ext. 4034
UV/VIS
Ext. 3563
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Career
The School of Chemical Sciences was established in 1969 and has produced quality
graduates who possess experience and skills in line with the programmes offered. The
School is staffed with experienced lecturers and equipped with modern instruments in
both the teaching and research laboratories. As such, the graduates can pursue careers in
public and private companies such as the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), the
Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), the Forestry
Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) and the Chemistry Department. Graduates can also
work in marketing companies such as Perkin Elmer, Mecomb, Interscience etc. In
addition, there are opportunities for graduates to serve as chemists and engineers in the
electronics industry, such as Intel, Dynacraft, and Solectron. Graduates can also venture
into other fields or pursue MSc. or PhD degrees in the School.
Alumni of the School of Chemical Sciences
All graduates of the School of Chemical Sciences automatically become members of the
Chemistry Alumni. It is hoped that participation in activities organised by the Chemistry
Alumni or the Alumni of the School of Chemical Sciences will foster better relationship
and cooperation among members and also with the School for the benefits of all. It is
hoped that nostalgia and love towards the alma mater can be brought back through the
Chemistry Alumni.
All graduates of the School of Chemical Sciences can update their information or register
as members by using the on-line form via htpp://www.usm.my/chem./alumni. htm
Awards and Deans Certificate
(a) Royal Education Award by the Malaysian Rulers Council
For the best final year students in all fields.
(b) Tuanku Chancellor Gold Medal Award
For the best final year student in all fields.
(c) USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Womans Association USM)
For the best female final year student in all fields.
(d) USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Tun Dato Seri Dr. Lim Chong Eu)
For the best final year student in the Bachelor of Science.
(e) USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Nestle Products Sdn. Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the Bachelor of Applied Science.
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(f) USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Chemical Company of Malaysia
Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the field of Chemistry.
(g) USM Book Award (awarded by Hoechst Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the field of Industrial Chemistry.
(h) Deans Certificate will be awarded to any student in the School of Chemical
Sciences who has achieved academic excellence. The certificate will be awarded
every semester.
Association of the School
Persatuan Sains Kimia
Students in the School of Chemical Sciences are encouraged not only to pursue academic
excellence but also to be active in extra-curricular and self-development activities. This is
made possible through Persatuan Sains Kimia which functions to safeguard the students
welfare and also provide a platform for them to cultivate their interests in various fields.
Higher Education
Students who are interested to pursue higher degrees can choose any of the following
programmes:
(a) Full or part-time programme leading to degrees in Master of Science and Doctor
of Philosophy by research.
(b) Full or part-time mixed mode programme (a combination of course work and
research) leading to a Master of Science degree.
Further information can be obtained from the Deputy Deans office
(Postgraduate Studies and Research) or the Institute of Postgraduate Studies.
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Facilities
The School is equipped with teaching and research laboratories as well as modern
equipment to ensure high quality teaching. Existing analytical and characterisation
instruments include NMR 300 and 400 MHz, ICP-MS, GC/MS, DSC-TGA and GPC,
CHN Analyser, various types of HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, IR, AAS and fluorescence
spectrophotometers, electroanalytical system, Guoy balance, porosimeter, sintering
equipment, electroplating apparatus and other supporting equipment. The School is also
equipped with Electronics and Glass-Blowing Workshops as well as other related
instruments.
The expertise and facilities available in the School of Chemical Sciences are always
tapped by the industries and government agencies to help in solving problems faced by
them. In line with the desire to improve the consultancy services offered by the School,
the School of Chemical Sciences has taken a proactive step by setting up an Analytical
Services Unit (MUPA) to offer more effective services for the industrial sector.
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COURSE STRUCTURE
(i) Structure of Study Programme
Course Component Credit Unit Requirements
B.App.Sc. (Hons.)
Basic/Core (T) 70
Minor/Elective (M/E) (a) Minor: 16
or
(b) Elective: 16
and
MAA 161/4 (compulsory for all students)
University (U) 15
Total 105
(ii) Industrial Training
Second year students are encouraged to apply for undergoing Industrial Training
(KIE 360/0) at the end of second year subjected to the conditions imposed by the
School. Students will be graded either PASS (P) or FAIL (F) after fulfilling all
the requirements.
(iii) Final Year Project
Students are encouraged to register for KUE 309/6 Chemistry Project during
their final year of studies. This involves conducting research work for two
semesters and submitting a thesis based on the specified conditions and format
for evaluation.
For students who do not register for the final year project, they can fulfill the 6
units requirement by registering for other courses offered by the School.
(iv) Assessment
The assessment of a course will be done by:-
(i) examination
(ii) course work
The assessment will cover knowledge, applications, analytical and writing skills.
Skills which are not be assessed through examinations will be assessed through
course work in the form of assignments or practical work.
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Weightage for the examination and course work components are as follows:-
(a) Full theory course:
Examination 70 %
Coursework 30 %
(b) Theory course with practical:
Examination 60 %
Coursework 15 %
Practical report 25 %
(c) Full practical course:
Practical report 70 %
Test 30 %
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LIST OF COURSES OFFERED
(a) B.App.Sc. (Hons) (Industrial Chemistry)
(i) Core Courses* - 70 units Prerequisites
MAA 101/4 Calculus
MAT 181/4 Programming For Scientific
Applications
ZCA 101/4 Physics I (Mechanics)
ZCT 104/3 Physics IV (Modern Physics)
KTT 111/3 Inorganic Chemistry I
KOT 121/3 Organic Chemistry I
KFT 131/3 Physical Chemistry I
KAT 141/3 Analytical Chemistry I
KUT 101/2 Chemistry Practical I
KUT 102/2 Chemistry Practical II
KAT 241/3 Analytical Chemistry II KAT 141(s), KUT 205(c)
KIT 252/3 Unit Operations
KIT 253/3 Chemical Engineering
Thermodynamics
KFT 131(s)
KIT 254/2 Polymers KOT 121(s)
KIT 257/3 Material Chemistry
KOT 222/3 Organic Chemistry II KOT 121(s)
KTT 212/3 Inorganic Chemistry II KTT 111(s)
KUT 205/2 Chemistry Practical V- Analytical KUT 101(s), KAT 241(c)
KAT 341/3 Pollution and Environmental Chemistry KAT 241(s)
KIT 355/2 Unit Operations Practical KIT 252(c)
KIT 356/4 Chemical Processing KOT 121(s)
KIT 357/2 Industrial Practical
Select 6 units from elective courses
(To fulfill the 70 units core courses)
(ii) Compulsory (4 units)
MAA 161/4 Statistics for Science Students (compulsory for students who
choose minor or elective)
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(iii) Elective Courses
Select 16 units (to fullfill the elective component).* Prerequisites
KIE 232/3 Colloids and Surface Science
KIE 355/3 Industrial Colourants
KIE 356/3 Food and Palm Oil Chemistry
KIE 358/3 Current Topics in Industrial Chemistry
KUE 309/6 Chemistry Project
*Additional units to fulfill the elective component must be taken from Pure
Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry courses.
(iv) Industrial Training (Optional)
KIE 360/0 Industrial Training
* All the courses offered are subjected to changes when the need arises.
(s) = sequential (Course must be taken earlier)
(c) = concurrent (Course can be taken earlier or concurrent)
(b) B.App.Sc. (Hons) (Analytical Chemistry)
(i) Core Courses* - 70 units Prerequisites
MAA 101/4 Calculus
MAT 181/4 Programming For Scientific Applications
ZCT 103/3 Physics III (Vibrations, Waves and Optics
ZCT 104/3 Physics IV (Modern Physics)
KTT 111/3 Inorganic Chemistry I
KOT 121/3 Organic Chemistry I
KFT 131/3 Physical Chemistry I
KAT 141/3 Analytical Chemistry I
KUT 101/2 Chemistry Practical I
KUT 102/2 Chemistry Practical II
KAT 242/3 Spectroscopic Methods KAT 141(s),
KAT 243(c)
KAT 243/2 Analytical Practical I KAT 242(c)
KAT 244/3 Separations Methods KAT 141(s)
KFT 232/3 Physical Chemistry II KFT 131(s)
KIT 252/3 Unit Operations
KOT 222/3 Organic Chemistry II KOT 121(s)
KTT 212/3 Inorganic Chemistry II KTT 111(s)
KUT 206/2 Chemistry Practical VI- Organic KUT 102(s)
KAT 340/2 Analytical Chemistry Practical II KAT 243(s)
KAT 341/3 Pollution and Environmental Chemistry KAT 242(s)
KAT 347/3 Electroanalytical Methods KAT 242(s)
KFT 331/3 Physical Chemistry III KFT 232(s)
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Select 7 units from Analytical Chemistry Elective Components
( To fulfill 70 units core courses)
(ii) Compulsory (4 units)
MAA 161/4 Statistics for Science Students (compulsory for students who choose
minor or elective)
(iii) Elective Courses
Select 16 units (to fulfill the elective component)* Prerequisites
KAE 248/2 Advanced Practical - Analytical Chemistry KAT 242(c)
or KAT 241(c)
KAE 345/3 Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry KAT 242(c) or
KAT 241(c)
KAE 346/2 Pollution and Environmental Chemistry
Practical
KAT 341(c)
KUE 309/6 Chemistry Project
*Additional unit to fulfill the elective component must to be taken from Pure
Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry Courses
(iv) Industrial Training (Optional)
KIE 360/0 Industrial Training
(c) Minor Programme 16 units
All Minor Programmes offered by other Schools can be taken by Chemistry Students
subject to requirements imposed by the School/Center which offers the Minor.
Priority is given to the Minor Programmes in Management, Computer,
Communication, English or other Sciences. Please refer to the book of minor
programmes Guideline.
* All the courses offered are subjected to changes when the need arises.
(s) = sequential (Course must be taken earlier)
(c) = concurrent (Course can be taken earlier or concurrent)
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SYNOPSIS OF COURSES
KAT 141/3 Analytical Chemistry 1
Stoichiometry calculations, statistical data treatment, concepts of equilibrium,
gravimetric analysis, acid-base equilibria, acid-base titrations, complexometric titrations,
precipitation reactions and titrations, electrochemical cells and redox titrations.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the knowledge of basic concepts of concentrations to calculate the various
types of concentrations.
2. Apply the knowledge of statistical concepts in analytical chemistry to present the
correct calculation and decision.
3. Apply the knowledge of various chemical equilibria including acid-base,
complexometry, gravimetry and redox to explain the various titration methods.
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply appropriate equations to solve problems in chemical
equilibrium using systematic methods.
Text Book and References
1. G.D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, J ohn Wiley & Sons (2004).
2. D.A. Skoog, D.M., West F.J . Holler and S.R.Crouch, 7th Edition, Analytical
Chemistry: An Introduction Saunders College Publishing (2000).
KFT 131/3 Physical Chemistry I
Properties of gases and liquids: gas laws, van der Waals equation, kinetic theory of gases,
principle of the corresponding states, Maxwell-Boltzman distribution, effusion, diffusion,
viscosity, thermal conductivity, conduction and mobility.
Chemical kinetics: rate laws, temperature effect, experimental methods, complex
reactions. First law of thermodynamics: work, heat, energy, enthalpy change, heat
capacity, adiabatic and isothermal processes, reversible and irreversible processes.
Thermochemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the van der Waals and other equation of states to distinguish between ideal and
real gases.
2. Apply the knowledge of kinetic theory of gases to explain the various molecular
collisions, speeds and transport properties of gases.
3. Demonstrate how kinetic and thermodynamic principles can be used to determine the
reaction rates and various thermodynamic parameters of reversible and irreversible
processes, respectively.
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4. Demonstrate the ability to apply equations to discuss and solve problems on gas
properties, chemical kinetics and thermodynamics.
Text Book and References
1. I.N. Levine, Physical Chemistry, 6th Edition, McGraw Hill International Ed. (2009).
2. R.J . Silbey, R.A. Alberty and M.G. Bawendi, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, J ohn
Wiley & Sons (2005).
3. P.W. Atkins and J .de. Paula Physical Chemistry, 8th Edition, Oxford University
Press (2007).
KOT 121/3 Organic Chemistry I
Electronic structure and bonding. Acids and bases. An introduction to organic
compounds: and functional groups nomenclature and representation of structure.
Reactions of alkanes, alkenes and alkynes. Stereochemistry: the arrangement of atoms in
space, the stereochemistry of addition reactions. Delocalised electrons and resonance.
Reactions at a sp
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hybridized carbon: nucleophilic substitution reactions of alkyl halides,
elimination reactions of alkyl halides and compounds with leaving groups other than
halogen. Structure, synthesis and reactions of alcohols, ethers and epoxides.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply knowledge of structure and bonding to explain the properties of various
classes of compounds such as alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers and
epoxides.
2. Apply the correct chemical nomenclature in naming organic compounds.
3. Apply the knowledge of organic reactions to discuss and solve problems on various
organic reactions.
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply organic chemistry principles to explain the
stereochemistry of organic reactions.
Text Book and References
1. J .G. Smith, Organic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, McGraw Hill (2008).
2. L.G. Wade, Organic Chemistry, 6th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. (2006).
3. P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004).
4. T.W. Solomons and C. Fryhle, Organic Chemistry, 8th Edition, Wiley & Sons
(2004).
KTT 111/3 Inorganic Chemistry I
This course will introduce topics in basic chemistry such as stoichiometry, atomic
structure, nuclear chemistry, periodic table, chemical bonding and properties of matter.
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Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the knowledge of stoichiometry to discuss and solve problems on
stoichiometric problems.
2. Apply the knowledge of the atoms in the periodic table to discuss the relationship
between the elements in the group and in a particular period.
3. Apply the Bohr Theory and wave mechanics to understand the electronic
configuration and bonding theory in chemical bond formation.
4. Apply the knowledge of nuclear chemistry to explain the radioactive decay and to
understand the safe and unsafe uses of radioactive elements.
5. Apply the knowledge of structures, properties of solids to explain the various types of
materials.
Text Book and References
1. J .E. Brady, F. Senese and N.D. J espersen, Chemistry, 5th Edition, J ohn Wiley and
Sons (2009).
2. K.W. Whitten, R.E. Davis, M.L. Peck and G.G. Stanley, General Chemistry, 7th
Edition, Brooks /Cole - Thomson Learning (2004).
3. S.S. Martin, Chemistry - The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, 5th Edition,
McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc (2009).
4. R. Chang, Chemistry, 8th Edition, McGraw-Hill (2005)
KUT 101/2 Chemistry Practical I
The experiments were extracted from the book: J .H. Nelson and K.C. Kemp, Laboratory
Experiments for Chemistry: The Central Science, 11th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall
(2009).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in appropriate basic laboratory techniques in analytical and
inorganic chemistry.
2. Interpret data from laboratory observation and measurement.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
4. Apply theoretical chemistry to solve problems in the practical area.
5. Write reports clearly, concisely and appropriately.
KUT 102/2 Chemistry Practical II
The experiments were extracted from the book: J .H. Nelson and K.C. Kemp, Laboratory
Experiments for Chemistry: The Central Science, 11th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall
(2009).
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Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in appropriate basic laboratory techniques in organic and
physical chemistry.
2. Interpret data from laboratory observation and measurement.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
4. Apply theoretical chemistry to solve problems in the practical area.
5. Write reports clearly, concisely and appropriately.
KAE 248/2 Advanced Practical : Analytical Chemistry KAT 242(c), KAT 241(c)
Practical applications of analytical techniques in areas such as forensic sciences, food and
adulteration of milk, cooking oil and drinks, toxic materials, toxic metals.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply methods of instrumental chemical analysis in tackling practical analytical
chemical problems.
2. Write reports on the basis of experimental results and to draw correct conclusions.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
References
Practical Manual KAE 248
KAT 241/3 Analytical Chemistry II KAT 141(s), KUT 205(c)
Basic principles, instrumentation and applications in qualitative and quantitative analyses
of the following techniques:
Electroanalytical
Spectroscopic
Chromatographic
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding in the basic principles of atomic and molecular
spectroscopic methods, separation methods and electrochemical methods.
2. Describe and discuss the instrumentation and techniques of the various analytical
methods.
3. Discuss the applications of the various methods for the analyses of samples.
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Text Book and References
1. G.D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, J ohn Wiley & Son (2004).
2. D.A. Skoog, F.J . Holler and S.R. Crouch, Principles of Instrumental Analysis, 6th
Edition, Thomson Brooks/Cole (2007).
KAT 242/3 Spectroscopic Methods KAT 141(s), KAT 243(c)
Basic principles, instrumentation and the applications in qualitative and quantitative
analyses of the following techniques.
Molecular ultraviolet and visible absorption spectrometry, infrared absorption
spectrometry, fluorescence spectrometry, flame emission spectrometry, atomic absorption
spectrometry (flame and non-flame methods), atomic emission spectrometry with plasma
and electrical discharge sources, x-ray fluorescence and mass spectrometry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding of the basic principles of spectroscopic methods such as
UV/Visible spectrophotometry, infrared spectrometry, fluorescence, atomic
spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence and mass spectrometry.
2. Identify main components of instrumentation used in spectroscopic methods.
3. Select the appropriate spectroscopic technique for a particular analysis.
4. Demonstrate awareness of the limitations of the various methods.
Text Book and References
1. G.D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6
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Edition, J ohn Wiley & Sons (2004).
2. D.A. Skoog, F.J . Holler and S.R. Crouch, Principles of Instrumental Analysis (6th
Edition, Thomson Brooks/Cole (2007).
KAT 243/2 Analytical Practical I KAT 242(c)
Experiments based on the following methods: infrared spectrophotometry, ultraviolet-
visible spectrophotometry, spectrofluorometry, flame photometry, atomic absorption
spectrometry, gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply methods of instrumental analysis based on spectrometry, electrochemistry and
chromatography.
2. Write reports on the basis of experimental results and to draw correct conclusions.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
Text Book and References
Practical Manual KAT 243/2
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KAT 244/3 Separation Methods KAT 141(s)
Solvent extraction. Solid-phase extraction. General principles of chromatography. Gas
chromatography. High performance liquid chromatrography: partition, adsorption, ion
and size exclusion (gel) chromatography. Planar chromatography: thin layer and paper
chromatography. Capillary electrophoresis. Selected methods.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Comprehend the underlying principles in solvent extraction and sample preparation
techniques.
2. Describe and discuss the inter-play of parameters that governs retention and band
broadening behavior.
3. Apply gas, liquid chromatographic and electrophoretic methods to separate analytes
of interest.
Text Book and References
1. G.D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, J ohn Wiley & Sons (2004).
2. D.A. Skoog, F.J . Holler and S.R. Crouch, Principles of Instrumental Analysis, 6th
Edition, Thomson Brooks/Cole (2007).
KFT 232/3 Physical Chemistry II KFT 131(s)
First, Second and Third laws of Thermodynamics, work, heat and energy, enthalpy
change, heat capacity, adiabatic expansion, entropy, Gibbs and Helmholtz energies,
chemical potential, fugacity, open system and composition change.
Changes of State: physical transformation of pure substances and mixture. Phase
diagram, stability of phases, Clapeyron equation, partial molar quantities,
thermodynamics of mixing, properties of solution, activity, phase diagram for systems
with two and three components. Electrochemistry. Debye Huckel theory,
electrochemical cell, electrode potential and thermodynamics of cell.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the first, second and third laws of thermodynamics to solve problems in
physical chemistry.
2. Describe the partial molar quantities of a mixture.
3. Use appropriate equations to calculate the chemical potential.
4. Use the Debye-Huckel equation to calculate the thermodynamic equilibrium constant.
5. Relate the thermodynamic principles to electrochemical cells including the derivation
of the Nernst equation.
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Text Book and References
1. A.J . Silbey, R.A. Alberty and M.G. Bawendi, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, J ohn
Wiley & Sons (2005).
2. P.W. Atkins, Physical Chemistry, 6th Edition, Oxford University Press (2001).
3. I.N. Levine, Physical Chemistry, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill International Ed. (2002).
4. J . Laider, J .H. Meiser and B.C. Sanctuary, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition,
Houghton Mifflin Co. (2003).
KIE 232/3 Colloid and Surface Science
Colloid state, interface and surface, adsorption, surface tension and dispersion. Kinetic
properties, rate of settlement, Brownian motion and diffusion.
Structure and stability of various types of colloids. Surfactant and micelles. The
Industrial importance of colloids.
Surface tension and surface forces. Porous and non-porous adsorbents. Type of pores
and isotherms. Physical adsorption and the characterisation of porous and non-porous
adsorbents. Thermodynamics of adsorption: correlation, analysis and predicition of
adsorption equilibria. Role of porosity in Industrial applications: micropore diffusion in
zeolites, carbon molecular sieves.
Surface Analysis: Morphology, chemical composition, elemental distribution, crystal
structure and surface defects. Basic principles and instrumentation of the following
techniques: Electron Microscopy (SEM, TEM and Electron diffraction), X-ray
microanalysis (EPMA, ESCA and EDX), Auger spectrometry (AES), secondary ion mass
spectrometry (SIMS) and atomic force microscope (AFM).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Comprehend the origin of attractive and repulsive forces governing colloidal
stability.
2. State and differentiate physisorption & chemisorption and to determine the heat of
adsorption and surface properties of solids.
3. Differentiate among various types of signals emitted from an electron specimen
interaction and the respective techniques of analysis.
4. Comprehend the basic concepts of surface characterisation techniques.
Text Book and References
1. E. Dickinson, An Introduction to Food Colloids, Oxford University Press (1992).
2. R.J . Hunter, Foundation of Colloid Science, Oxford Science Publication (1993).
3. D.M. Rutiven, Principles of Adsorption and Adsorption Processes, J ohn Wiley &
Sons (1984).
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KIT 252/3 Unit Operations
Unit conversion.
Material balance: flowsheet prototype of chemical process; general balance equation,
technique in material balance, various unit balances, chemical reactions, stoichiometry,
extent of reactions, recycles.
Energy balance: energy balance equations for closed systems, approximation of enthalpy
changes and applications, heat capacity, reactive systems, enthalpy, balance equations and
energy balance techniques.
Liquid flow: type of liquids, compressible and incompressible. Newtonian and non-
Newtonian, flow region, laminar flow and turbulent, Reynolds number, boundary layer,
balance equation for materials and energy, momentum equations, flow in pipes.
Heat transfer: mechanism, shell and tube heat exchangers, basic equations, general
coefficient of heat transfer.
Separation process, characteristic of separation, phase equilibrium, binary distillation.
Some examples of unit operations equipment.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Comprehend and write material balance equations and stoichiometric equations for
the chemical reaction equilibria.
2. Distinguish between positive work and negative work and use the stoichiometric
equation in solving problems of energy balance.
3. Comprehend and calculate mass flow rate, speed, discharge rate and other flow
parameters using Bernoullis equation.
4. Differentiate between steady and unsteady state heat transfer using temperature-
distance relationship and to calculate heat transfer and heat flux in homogeneous and
non-homogeneous systems.
Text Book and References
1. D.M. Himmelblau, Basic Principles and Calculations in Chemical Engineering, 7th
Edition, Prentice Hall International Series (2004).
2. C. J . Geankoplis, Transport Process and Unit Operations, Prentice Hall (2003).
3. J .M. Cimbala, Essentials of Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications,
McGraw-Hill (2006).
KIT 253/3 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics KFT 131(s)
Concept and definitions: Thermodynamic systems, process and cycles.
Work, Energy and Heat: Work and heat definition. Work and heat through system
boundary. Work and heat units.
Properties of pure substances: Water phase diagrams, Thermodynamic data of pure
substances. Steam table and applications.
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First Law Thermodynamics: First law equation. Internal energy. Enthalpy. Heat
Capacity. First law analysis for control volume and applications.
Second Law Thermodynamics and Energy: Introduction to Second Law Entropy.
Reversible and irreversible process. Second Law analysis for control volume. Isentropic
process. System efficiency. Cycle process and Carnot cycle.
Cycle analysis: Vapour power cycles. Air power cycles.
Gas mixtures: mixtures of ideal gas. Gas and Vapour. Humidity.
Thermodynamic relationships: (Thermochemical): Maxwell relationship. Properties of
relationship. Clapeyron equation. Enthalpy, internal energy heat capacity and entropy
relationships. Ideal gas behaviour. Fugacity and state equations.
Combustion process of fuels: Fuel combustion. First law and second law analysis for
combustion. Entalphy formation.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Differentiate between thermodynamic properties and systems and calculate work
done using the ideal gas equation and polytropic process.
2. Apply First Law and Second Law of thermodynamics to calculate the thermodynamic
properties.
3. Apply First and Second Law of thermodynamics for cycles analysis.
4. Explain the relationships between thermodynamical properties and their applications
in the derivation of heat capacity, compressibility, expansibility and fugacity.
5. Write and calculate theoretical air demand and air-fuel ratio based on fuel or
combustion product composition.
Text Book and References
1. R.E. Sonntag and G.J . Van Wylen, Introduction to Thermodynamics, 5th Edition,
J ohn Wiley & Sons (1998).
KIT 254/2 Polymers KOT 121(s)
Introduction to polymer: Basic concepts and definitions; general properties and
characteristics; polymer recycling; molecular structure; cross-linking; molecular
configuration; copolymer.
Morphology of polymer: Amorphous, crystalline and semi-crystalline; polymer
crystallinity; glass transition temperature; chemical bonds in polymer.
Classification of polymers: Plastics (thermoplastic, thermoset); rubbers (elastomers);
fibers; adhesives and coatings.
Polymer synthesis: General mechanism and characteristics of step-reaction and chain-
reaction polymerisations; distinguishing features.
Step-reaction polymerisation: Kinetics of self-catalysed and acid-catalysed
polyesterification ; Carothers equation; molecular weight control.
Free-radical chain polymerisation: Mechanism, initiators; kinetics; chain transfer
reaction; molecular weight control by chain transfer.
Ionic polymerisation: Mechanisms for cationic and anionic polymerisation; kinetics;
cross-linking formation.
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Polymer characterisation: Molar mass and viscosity; determination techniques. Physical
and mechanical behaviour of polymer: Glass transition temperature; melting behaviour;
mechanical behaviour; yields criteria; equipments and techniques of determination.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Comprehend the importance, classification, properties of polymers.
2. Differentiate between step reaction and chain reaction polymerisation.
3. Construct kinetic equations for radical chain polymerisation and chain transfer
reactions.
4. Write polymerisation reaction mechanism and crosslinking reaction mechanism
involved in ionic polymerisation.
5. Identify the methods used to determine the structure, physical and mechanical
properties of polymers.
Textbooks and references
1. M.P. Stevens, Polymer Chemistry, An Introduction, 3rd Edition Oxford University
Press (1999).
2. L.H. Sperling, Introduction to Physical Polymer Science, 4th Edition Wiley
Interscience (2006).
3. R.J . Young, Introduction to Polymers, Chapman and Hall (1983).
4. J .M.G. Cowie, Polymers: Chemistry and Physics of Modern Materials, International
Textbook (1973).
KIT 257/3 Materials Chemistry
Introduction: Classification of materials; Relation between structure, processing and
properties.
Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding: Atomic structure; Types of chemical bonding;
Properties from bonding; Unit cell; Crystal structure of solids; Crystallographic directions
and planes; Determination of crystal structure
Imperfection in Solids: Types of imperfections/defects; Defects in ceramic structures;
Defects in alloys; Characterization of defects
Diffusion in Solids: Types of diffusion; Diffusion mechanisms; Factors that influence
diffusion; Effects of diffusion to the structure and properties of materials
Ceramics: Basic categories of ceramics; General properties of ceramic materials, structure
of ceramics, silicates and glasses; New and modern ceramics; Biodegradable and
bioactive ceramics; Applications of ceramic materials
Polymers: Polymer molecules; Types of polymers; Structure of polymer; Molecular
weight, degree of polymerization and degree of crystallization, polymer crystals;
Synthesis of polymer; Phase transition of polymer.
Metals and Alloys: Classification of metals and alloys; Bonding in metals; Metallic
structure; Phase diagram of metal (iron)
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Composites: General requirements for composite; Types of composites; Form of matrices
and reinforcement phases; Concrete and hybrid composites; Benefits and application of
composite materials
Phase Diagrams: Basic concept of phase equilibrium; Classification of phase diagrams;
Interpretation of phase diagram; Lever Rule; Development of microstructure; Phase
transformations; Factors that influence the phase transformation.
Properties of Materials: Mechanical properties: Stress, strain, elastic and plastic behavior,
strength, hardness, ductility and toughness. Electrical properties: Conductivity, electron
energy bands, electron mobility, semiconductors and dielectric materials. Magnetic
properties: Magnetic force, magnetic field, classification of magnetic materials and its
magnetic properties. Thermal Properties: Heat capacity, thermal conductivity, thermal
expansion and thermal stress/shock. Optical Properties: Reflection, refraction, absorption
and transmission, color and fiber optic.
Corrosion and Degradation of Materials: Corrosion of metals: Corrosion reaction and
corrosion rate, factors that influence the corrosion, forms of corrosion, corrosion
protections. Degradation of Polymer: Swelling, dissolution, bond rupture and weathering.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Describe the types of bonds and planes within a unit cell and to distinguish between
single crystals and polycrystalline materials.
2. Comprehend the mechanism and factors that influence diffusion on the structure and
properties of materials.
3. Explain the types of bonding and structures in ceramics, polymers, metals, alloys and
composites.
4. Analyse the mechanical, electrical, magnetic, thermal and optical properties of
materials.
5. Analyse the corrosion reaction, the factors that influence the corrosion and methods
of corrosion prevention.
Text Book and References
1. Mohd J ain Noordin Mohd Kassim, Printed lecture notes KIT 257- Materials
Chemistry.
2. W.D. Callister, Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction , 7th Edition,
J ohn Wiley & Sons (2006).
3. D.R. Askeland and P.P. Phule, The Science and Engineering of Materials, 5th
Edition, Brooks/Cole-Thomson (2006).
KOT 222/3 Organic Chemistry II KOT 121(s)
Identification of organic compounds: mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy,
ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy and NMR spectroscopy. Oxidation, reductionand redical
reactions. Aromatic compounds: aromaticity, reactions of benzene and substituted
benzenes. Introduction to carboxylic acids: nomenclature, structure, preparation and
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reactions and acidity. Introduction to carbonyl chemistry: organometallic reagents,
nucleophilic acyl substitution and the use of protecting groups.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Describe and name carbonyl and aromatic compounds and propose the synthesis of
these compounds.
2. Predict the products and propose appropriate mechanisms for the reactions of the
above compounds.
3. Identify and determine the structure of an unknown compound with different
spectroscopic techniques
4. Discuss the concept of resonance to account for the stabilities of conjugated dienes,
allylic radicals and cations.
5. Predict the products and propose the appropriate mechanisms for oxidation,
reduction and radical reactions.
Text Book and References
1. J .G. Smith, Organic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, McGraw (2008).
2. L.G. Wade, Organic Chemistry, 6th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. (2006).
3. P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004).
4. T.W. Solomons and C.Fryhle, Organic Chemistry, 7th Edition, J ohn Wiley & Sons
(2000).
KTT 212/3 Inorganic Chemistry II KTT 111(s)
Introduction on transition metal complexes and coordination chemistry. Structure,
isomerism and nomenclature, formation constant for transition metal complexes,
preparation of coordination compounds and spectroscopy, bonding theory in the
formation of transition metal complexes, introduction on the reaction mechanism and
application of transition metal complexes in organometallic and bioinorganics chemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Describe all the fundamental properties and characteristics related to transition
metals and their complexes.
2. Apply the knowledge of coordination compounds to explain the formation of metal-
ligand complexes.
3. Apply various chemical bond theories to explain the compounds containing metal-
ligand and metal-metal bonding.
4. Apply the knowledge of coordination chemistry in reaction mechanisms,
organometallics and bioinorganics.
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Text Book and References
1. C.E. Housecroft and A.G. Sharpe, Inorganic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Pearson
Education Limited (2005).
2. P.W. Shriver, C.H. Atkins and C.H. Langford, Coordination Chemistry, Oxford
University Press pages 192-226 and pages 434-494 (1990).
3. F.A. Cotton and G. Wilkinson, Basic Inorganic Chemistry, J ohn Wiley (1976).
4. F.A. Cotton, G.C. Wilkinson, A. Murillo and M. Bochmann, Advanced Inorganic
Chemistry, 6th. Edition, J ohn Wiley (1999).
5. F.A. Cotton, G. Wilkinson, and P.L.Gaus, Basic Inorganic Chemistry, 3rd Edition,
J ohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. (1995)
KUT 205/2 Chemistry Practical V - Analytical
KUT 101(s), KAT 241(c)
Experiments involving ultraviolet-visible and infrared spectroscopy, ion exchange resin,
fluoride ion selective electrode, flame emission and atomic absorption spectroscopy, high
performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography and electrogravimetry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in the methods of instrumental analysis based on
spectroscopic methods such as UV/Visible spectrophotometry, infrared
spectrophotometry, atomic absorption and flame emission spectroscopy.
2. Apply methods of instrumental analysis based on electrochemical methods.
3. Apply methods of instrumental analysis based on separation methods such as gas
chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.
4. Display safe laboratory practices.
5. Write reports on the basis of experimental results and to draw correct conclusions.
References
Practical Manual KUT 205
KUT 206/2 Chemistry Practical VI Organic KUT 102(s)
Basic organic techniques in chromatography (thin-layer, column and gas-liquid),
fractional distillation, extraction and isolation techniques, spectroscopy (NMR, IR, UV &
MS) and classical qualitative analysis are introduced through a series of compulsory
experiments. This is followed by several experiments which expose the student to a
selection of techniques in physical organic chemistry (such as the investigation of
resonance energy related to unsaturated , carbonyl system) and preparative organic
chemistry involving some distinct reactions e.g. the Diels-Alder, pinacol-pinacolone
rearrangement and the Michael conjugate addition).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
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1. Demonstrate competence when conducting and applying various separation
techniques
2. Deduce the structures of simple organic compounds from their chemical and physical
characteristics and IR and NMR spectra.
3. Perform various multi-step small scale syntheses including purification of the end
products.
4. Write reports clearly and appropriately for all the experimental reactions conducted.
5. Display safe laboratory practices.
Text Book and References
1. J .A. Landgrebe, Theory and Practice in the Organic Laboratory, Cole Publishing
Company (1993).
KAE 345/3 Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry
KAT 242(s) or KAT 241(s)
The current trends and advances in various aspects of analytical chemistry will be
discussed.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding in the current issues related to analytical chemistry.
2. Apply fundamentals of chemistry in solving current analytical chemistry problems.
3. Display the ability to discuss the current issues orally and in writing.
KAE 346/2 Pollution and Environmental Chemistry Practical KAT 341(c)
Analysis of lead pollution, analysis of hydrocarbon pollution, BOD analysis, COD
analysis, phosphate analysis, nitrogen analysis, determination of chlorine in water,
kinetics of iron(II) oxidations in water, nitrate analysis in ground water and jar test for
coagulation studies.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Identify and determine water pollution parameters such as BOD, COD, phosphates
and nitrogen species via conventional methods involving titration and colorimetry.
2. Analyze some major water pollutants using instrumental techniques such as atomic
absorption spectroscopy, high performance liquid chromatography and gas
chromatography.
3. Apply the process of water and wastewater treatment through coagulation, adsorption
and precipitation.
4. Display safe laboratory practices.
5. Write reports on the basis of experimental results and to draw correct conclusions.
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References
Practical Manual KAE 346
KAT 340/2 Analytical Chemistry Practical II KAT 243(s)
Experiments based on ion chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography, gas
chromatography, atomic absorption spectroscopy (GAAS), graphite furnace (AAS),
ICPMS, electroanalytical methods, UV/Vis spectrophotometry. Literature search.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in appropriate laboratory techniques.
2. Interpret data from laboratory observation and measurement.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
4. Apply chemistry principles to solve problems in the practical area.
5. Write reports clearly, concisely and appropriately.
References
Practical Manual KAT 340
KAT 341/3 Pollution and Environmental Chemistry KAT 242(s)
Water pollution: Hydrological cycle; causes and effects of man-made pollution; oxygen-
sag in river pollution; monitoring of pollution strength; treatment processes.
Air pollution: Origins of air pollutants; basic chemistry of the formation of combustion-
generated pollutants; basic chemistry of the formation of combustion-generated
pollutants; analytical methods and monitoring of atmospheric pollutants; atmospheric
chemistry; atmospheric dispersion, control of emissions to the atmosphere.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Comprehend the basic concepts of pollution, sustainable development and guidelines
and to predict the fate of pollutants in aquatic environments.
2. Comprehend and discuss the aquatic chemistry of water pollutants and their impact
on aquatic ecology and environment.
3. Apply the analytical process of monitoring environmental pollutants.
4. Describe the meteorology and chemistry of air pollutants.
5. Construct the model of concentration of air pollutants via a simple Gaussian model.
Text Book and References
1. S.E. Manahan, Environmental Chemistry, 5th Edition, CRC Press (1991).
2. M.J . Hammer, Water and Wastewater Technology, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall
(1986).
3. Harrison and Perry (Edition) Handbook of Air Pollution Analysis, 2nd Edition,
Chapman & Hall (1986).
4. N. de Nevers, Air Pollution Control Engineering, McGraw-Hill (1995).
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KAT 347/3 Electroanalytical Methods KAT 242(s)
The principles of electrochemistry, signal generation, double layer, polarization and over
voltage. The potentiometric methods: Principles of ion selective electrodes (ISE) and
analyses of H
, properties of
limits (uniqueness, preservation of order).
Continuity:
Concept of continuity, one-sided continuity, continuity on a closed interval.
Intermediate value theorem, extremum theorem, completeness axiom for R .
Derivatives:
Concept of derivative.
Differentiability and continuity, properties and rules of differentiation,chain rule.
Parametric representation for curves, implicit function and its derivatives.
Rolles theorem, mean value theorem.
Tests for monotonicity, concavity, local extremum.
Applications - curve sketching, rates of change and modelling problems.
Antiderivatives.
Riemann integral:
Upper and lower sums, integratibility, fundamental theorem of calculus, integral
as a limit of Riemann sums.
Exponential and logarithmic functions.
Techniques and applications of integration:
Various techniques of integration, arc length, area, volume and surface area of
revolution.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. know about functions and limits, and their connection with differentiation
and integration
2. find the derivative of functions using various rules of differentiation
3. evaluate integral of functions using various quadrature methods
4. prove, interpret and apply key theorems in differential and integral calculus
5. apply method in differential and integral calculus to problems in life and
physical sciences
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Reference Books
1. Spivak, M. (1994). Calculus, 3
rd
edition. Publish or Perish, Inc.
2. Apostol, T.M. (1967). Calculus Vol I, 2
nd
edition. J ohn Wiley & Sons.
3. Stewart, J . (2003). Calculus, 5
th
edition. Thomson Brooks/Cole.
2. MAA 101/4 Calculus for Science Students I
Functions:
Domain, co-domain, range, 1-1 function, onto function.
x ,
[ ]
x , rational functions, transcendental functions (including hyperbolic
functions).
Operations of functions (including composition of functions).
Graph of functions.
Inverse function.
Polar coordinates.
Limit:
Concept of limit and its basic properties.
Continuity:
Concept of continuous functions.
Intermediate value theorem and extremum theorem.
Differentiation:
Differentiability and continuity, rules of differentiation, chain rule.
Parametric representation for curves, implicit function and its derivative.
Rolles theorem, mean value theorem.
Applications - tangent, normal, maximum and minimum, curve sketching,
rates of change, differential, LHospitals rule, Newton Raphson method.
Antiderivative.
Integration:
Definite integral as a limit of Riemann sum, condition for integrability.
Fundamental theorem of calculus.
Exponential function and logarithmic function.
Techniques and applications of integration:
Various techniques of integration, arc length, area, volume and surface area of
revolution, centre of gravity, trapezoidal rule and applications in biology,
chemistry and economics.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. know about functions and limits, and their connection with differentiation
and integration
2. find the derivative of functions using various rules of differentiation
3. evaluate integral of functions using various quadrature methods
4. apply method in differential and integral calculus to problems in life and
physical sciences
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Reference Books
1. Stewart, J . (2003). Calculus, 5
th
edition. Thomson Brooks/Cole.
2. Weir, M.D., Hass J . and Giordano F. R. (2005). Thomas Calculus, 11
th
edition. Pearson Addison Wesley.
3. Berrosford, G.C. and Rocket, A.M. (2004). Applied Calculus, 3
rd
edition.
Houghton-Mifflin.
4. Tan, S. (2005). Applied Calculus for Managerial, Life and Social
Sciences, 6
th
edition. Thomson Brooks/Cole.
3. MAT 111/4 Linear Algebra
Vectors in
n
R :
Vector operations, position vectors, inner product, cross product, equations of
line and plane.
Matrices:
Matrix operations, row and column elementary operations, elementary matrix,
system of linear equations (solutions in the form of homogeneous solution and
particular solution), Gauss elimination process, inverse matrix.
Vector spaces in
n
R :
Linear independence, basis, dimension, subspace,
n
R as an inner product space,
Cauchy Schwartz inequality, Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization process.
Linear transformation :
n m
T R R :
Matrix representation of linear transformation with respect to an ordered basis,
proof of matrix properties in terms of linear transformation, row space, column
space, kernel and images, applications for least squares problems.
Eigen values, eigen vectors, diagonalization of matrices.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. use the elementary row operations to obtain solutions of systems of linear
equations
2. interrelate concepts of the vector space
n
R with the general vector space
3. apply concepts of inner product to find the orthonormal basis through Gram-
Schmidt process and least squares solutions
4. interrelate matrices with linear transformations
5. identify the concepts of diagonalizing a matrix.
Reference Books
1. Smith, L. (1998). Linear Algebra, 3
rd
edition. Springer-Verlag.
2. Halmos, P.R. (1974). Finite Dimensional Vector Space, 2
nd
edition.
Springer-Verlag.
3. Leon, S.J . (1990). Linear Algebra with Applications, 3
rd
edition. Macmillan.
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4. MAA 111/4 Algebra for Science Students
Matrices:
Matrix operations, elementary row and column operations, elementary matrix,
echelon form, row reduced echelon, finding inverse of a matrix.
System of linear equations :
Homogeneous system and non-homogeneous system, Gauss elimination, Gauss-
J ordan elimination, solutions of linear system of equations with LU
decomposition.
Determinants:
Finding a determinant through a minor expansion, properties of determinant,
finding the inverse of a matrix using determinant, Cramers rule.
Vector space in
n
R :
Concept of linear independence, spanning sets and bases, dimensions.
Null space, column space and row space of a matrix.
Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization process.
Matrix diagonalization:
Eigen values and eigen vectors, Cayley-Hamilton theorem, methods of matrix
diagonalization.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. find solutions of linear systems effectively using the theory of matrices, and
develope a firm understanding of the solutions structure of linear systems
2. describe the key concepts of Euclidean vector space
n
and linear
transformations on
n
3. link between the orthogonality concept with the least square method to solve
inconsistencies
4. solve many problems on matrix diagonalization.
Reference Books
1. Anton, H. (2005). Elementary Linear Algebra, 9
th
edition. J ohn Wiley &
Sons.
2. Noble, B. and Daniel, J .W. (1988). Applied Linear Algebra, 3
rd
edition.
Prentice Hall.
3. Edward, C.H., J r. and Penney, D.E. (1988). Elementary Linear Algebra,
Prentice-Hall.
4. Roman, S. (1985). An Introduction to Linear Algebra with Applications,
Saunders College Publication.
5. MAT 161/4 Elementary Statistics
Numerical and graphical description of data.
Empirical law and Chebyshev theorem.
Introduction to probability: concept of probability, counting techniques, rules of
probability, independence, conditional probability, Bayes Theorem.
Random variables and its probability distributions:
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Discrete distribution: expected value and standard deviation.
Special discrete distributions: Bernoulli/binomial distribution, Poisson,
hypergeometric.
Poisson approximation to binomial distribution.
Continuous distributions: expected value and standard deviation.
Special continuous distributions: uniform distribution, normal, Chi-square
distribution, F distribution.
Normal approximation to binomial distribution, Poisson.
Sampling distributions: mean, proportions and variance of one and two samples,
applications of central limit theorem.
Estimation: point estimation, interval estimation for mean, proportions and
variance of one and two populations.
Hypothesis testing: mean, proportions and variance of one and two populations.
Chi-square test: multinomial distribution and test of goodness of fit, contingency
table-test of independence and test of homogeneity.
Tests based on binomial distribution: sign test and Cox-Stuart test.
Tests based on rank: Wilcoxon sign rank test and Mann-Whitney test.
Run tests: Wald Wolfowitz test, Fisher exact test, Tukey quick test, Mc Nemar
test
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. identify different types of data and the appropriate way to manage each type
of data
2. describe data graphically and numerically and communicate their meanings
in general
3. identify the appropriate statistical methods to be used in making inferences
about one and two populations based on information from relevant samples
4. perform data analysis correctly and make appropriate decisions and
conclusions in solving problems
5. differentiate between situations that are suitable for the application of
parametric methods and non-parametric methods.
Reference Books
1. Freund, J . (2003). Modern Elementary Statistics, Prentice Hall.
2. Seber, G.A.F., Alan, J .L. (2003). Linear Regression Analysis, J . Wiley.
3. Freund, J .E. & Perles, B.M. (1999). Statistics: A First Course, Prentice
Hall.
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6. MAA 161/4 Statistics for Science Students
Numerical and graphical description of data.
Empirical law and Chebyshev theorem.
Introduction to probability: concept of probability, counting techniques, rules of
probability, independence, conditional probability, Bayes Theorem.
Random variables and its probability distributions :
Discrete distribution: expected value and standard deviation.
Special discrete distribution: Bernoulli/binomial distribution, Poisson,
hypergeometric.
Poisson approximation to binomial distribution.
Continuous distributions: expected value and standard deviation.
Special continuous distributions: uniform distribution, normal, Chi-square
distribution, F distribution.
Normal approximation to binomial distribution, Poisson.
Sampling distributions: mean, proportions and variance of one and two samples,
applications of central limit theorem.
Estimation: point estimation, interval estimation for mean, proportions and
variance of one and two populations.
Hypothesis testing: mean, proportions and variance of one and two populations.
Chi-square test: multinomial distribution and test of goodness of fit, contingency
table-test of independence and test of homogeneity.
Tests based on binomial distribution: sign test and Cox-Stuart test.
Tests based on rank: Wilcoxon sign rank test and Mann-Whitney test.
Run tests: Wald Wolfowitz test, Fisher exact test, Tukey quick test, McNemar
test
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have a clear understanding of the basic concepts of statistics such as
probability and random variables
2. differentiate between discrete and continuous random variables and use
them appropriately
3. make statistical inferences for population parameters based on sample
statistics
4. identify the appropriate parametric and non-parametric methods in making
statistical inferences.
Reference Books
1. Freund, J . (2003). Modern Elementary Statistics, Prentice Hall.
2. McClave & Sincich, T. (2006). Statistics, Prentice Hall.
3. Prem, S.M. (2005). Introductory Statistics, J . Wiley.
4. Freund, J .E. & Perles, B.M. (1999). Statistics: A First Course, Prentice
Hall.
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7. MAT 102/4 Advanced Calculus
LHospitals rule.
Improper integrals.
Sequence and series of numbers:
Monotone convergence theorem for sequence.
Divergence and convergence of series, absolute and conditional convergence, n-
th term test, integral test, comparison test, ratio test, root test, alternating series
test (may include Raabe test).
Taylor polynomials, Taylor Series,
approximation of function by Taylors polynomial with remainder.
Power series, radius of convergence, interval of convergence, differentiation and
integration of power series term by term.
Function of several variables:
Limit and continuity.
Partial derivatives, directional derivatives, total differential, chain rule, partial
derivatives for implicit functions.
Maximum and minimum, Lagrange multiplier method.
Multiple integrals, iterated integrals, change of variables.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. know about sequences and series of real numbers, and their relationship
2. find series representation for certain basic functions
3. identify different type of improper integrals and determine their
convergence
4. know about functions of several variables and the concepts of limit,
continuity, derivative and integration of these functions
5. evaluate multiple integral of functions of several variables using the iterated
integral or/and transforming into other types of coordinates.
Reference Books
1. Spivak, M. (1994). Calculus, 3
rd
edition. Publish or Perish Inc.
2. Apostol, T.M. (1967). Calculus, Vol. I, 2
nd
edition. J ohn Wiley & Sons.
3. Apostol, T.M. (1969). Calculus, Vol. II. J ohn Wiley & Sons.
4. Stewart, J . (2003). Calculus, 5
th
edition. Thomson Brooks/Cole.
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8. MAA 102/4 Calculus for Science Students II
Sequence and series of numbers:
Monotone convergence theorem for sequence.
Divergence and convergence of series, n-th term test, integral test, comparison
test, ratio test, alternating series test.
Improper integral.
Power series:
Taylor series and Maclaurin series, radius and interval of convergence,
differentiation and integration of power series term by term.
Taylor polynomials, approximation of function by Taylors polynomial with
remainder.
Function of several variables:
Partial derivatives, directional derivatives, chain rule.
Maximum and minimum, Lagrange multiplier method.
Multiple integrals.
Differential equations:
First order differential equation and methods of solution, applications in
economics, biology and chemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. determine the convergence of a sequence, series, power series and improper
integrals
2. select and use an appropriate test to determini the convergence of the series
3. find the partial derivatives using chain rule, directional derivatives and their
applications
4. evaluate a double integral in cartesian and polar coordinates apply the
methods in first order differential equation to problems in life and physical
sciences.
Reference Books
1. Stewart, J . (2003). Calculus, 5
th
edition. Thomson, Brooks/Cole.
2. Strauss, M.J ., Bradley, G.L. and Smith, K.J . (2002). Calculus, 3
rd
edition.
Prentice-Hall.
3. Weir, M.D., Hass, J . and Giordano, F. R. (2005). Thomas Calculus, 11
th
edition. Pearson Addison Wesley.
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9. MAT 122/4 Differential Equations I
Ordinary differential equations: linear and nonlinear, homogeneous and
nonhomogeneous, degree and order. The existence and uniqueness theorem.
First order equations: introduction to standard solution techniques.
Second order equations with constant coefficients. Standard methods for solving
homogeneous and nonhomogeneous equations.
Numerical methods : Eulers method and Heuns method, simple error analysis.
Power series solutions: ordinary points only.
Systems of first order linear equations: introduction.
Applications: economics, ecology, etc.
Software: usage of standard software such as MATLAB is encouraged.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. understand fundamental concepts and theory of differential equations (DE)
and able to apply DE procedures in routine and non-routine concepts
2. select and use appropriate DE strategies and techniques
3. demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate use of DE modeling
4. gain computational skills needed in understanding applied problems
5. have quantitative reasoning skills, conceptual understanding and are able to
effectively communicate in mathematics.
Reference Books
1. Edwards, C. H. & Penney, D. E., (2004). Differential Equations and
Boundary Value Problems: Computing and Modeling, 3
rd
edition. Upper
Saddle River, NJ : Pearson Education.
2. Zill, D.G. & Cullen, M. R., (2005). Differential Equations with Boundary
Value Problems, 6
th
edition. Toronto:Thomson/Brooks/Cole.
3. Boyce, W.E. & DiPrima, R.C., (2005). Elementary Differential Equations &
Boundary Value Problems, 8
th
edition. Pacific Grove: J ohn Wiley & Sons.
10. MAT 181/4 Programming for Scientific Applications
Introduction to basic computer concepts: Computer hardware and software. A
brief introduction to programming concepts. Problem solving and program
design.
Introduction to C
++
language: Writing simple C
++
programs but comprehensive.
Program control structures; sequence, selection and repetition. Basic C++
operators. Output formatting.
Modular programming: Functions. Strategies in solving complex problems.
File processing.
Advanced data types: Arrays. Pointers. Enumerations and stuctures. Strings.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. understand fundamental computer programming concepts and algorithm
development in problem solving
2. apply appropriate programming techniques/structures and strategies in
transforming the description of a problem into executable computer codes
3. solve problems in mathematics and scientific applications using a computer
programming language
4. develop programs using advanced programming structures (modular
programming, files manipulation, pointers) which add values to the
computer programs.
Reference Books
1. Norhashidah M. Ali and Tan Guat Yew, 2007, C++ Programming An
Introduction (Reprint 2008), Penerbit USM.
2. Bronson Gary J . (2006) A First Book of C++: From Here to There, 3
rd
edition, Course Technology, Thomson Learning, Australia.
3. Cannon Scott (2001). Understanding Programming: An Introduction
Using C++, 2
nd
edition. Brooks Cole.
4. Malik D.S. (2002). C++ Programming: From Problem Analysis To
Program Design, Course Technology, Thomson Learning.
11. MSG 162/4 Applied Statistical Methods
Introduction to Experimental Design
Elements of experimental design. Principles of experimental design: Replication,
randomization, local control.
Test to compare several means of treatments: Analysis of Variance
Completely randomized design. Test for equality of k variances. Orthogonal
contrast. Post-hoc contrasts: the least significant difference method, Duncans
multiple range test, Bonferroni test, Scheffes test, Tukeys test and Dunnetts
test for comparing treatment means with a control. Randomized complete block
design and Latin square design. Analysis of variance for unbalanced design.
Nonparametric tests: Kruskall-Wallis test, median test, Friedman test and
Cochran test.
Applied linear regression
Correlation coefficient: Pearson. Non-parametric tests: Spearman and Kendall
test.
Simple linear regression model: Least squares method, residual analysis,
coefficient of determination, significance tests, interpreting coefficients,
estimation and prediction.
Multiple linear regression model: Multicollinearity, identification of outliers and
influential observations.
Analysis of variance approach to regression analysis.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. identify the different basic designs of an experiment
2. check for model assumptions
3. select and apply the appropriate statistical technique for an experimental
design
4. differentiate between a parametric test and a non-parametric test
5. analyze data for regression models.
Reference Books
1. Montgomery, D.C. (2000). Design and Analysis of Experiments, Wiley.
2. Ott, R.L. and Longnecker, M. (2001). An Introduction to Statistical
Methods and Data Analyis, 5
th
edition. Duxbury.
3. Seber, G.A.F. and Alan, J .L. (2003). Linear Regression Analysis, Wiley.
12. MAT 202/4 Introduction to Analysis
Real numbers:
Algebraic and order properties, infimum and supremum, completeness axiom,
the extended real number system.
Countability of sets.
Metric spaces:
Limit point, interior point, closed and open sets, compact sets,
Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem, Heine Borel theorem, Cantor set, connected set.
Sequence and series of numbers:
Convergent sequence, subsequence, Cauchy sequence, upper and lower limits,
absolutely convergent series, addition and multiplication of series,
rearrangements.
Continuity:
Limit of a function, continuous function, continuity and compactness, continuity
and connectedness, discontinuities, monotonic functions.
Sequence and series of functions:
Pointwise convergence and uniform convergence, interchange of limits,
equicontinuous families of functions, Stone-Weierstrass theorem.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have a firm understanding of the real number system and its topological
properties
2. state mathematical definitions precisely, illustrate them with examples, and
use them in writing proofs
3. relate topics from calculus such as limit and continuity from a more
advanced view point
4. construct mathematical proof using mathematical logic.
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Reference Books
1. Rudin, W. (1976). Principles of Mathematical Analysis, 3
rd
edition.
McGraw Hill.
2. Apostol, T.M. (1974). Mathematical Analysis, 2
nd
edition. Addison-Wesley.
3. Goldberg, R.R. (1976) Methods of Real Analysis, 2
nd
edition. J ohn Wiley &
Sons.
13. MAT 203/4 Vector Calculus
Vectors:
Vector product, triple product, linearly independent vectors, analytic geometric
vector.
Vector function:
Curve, arc length, tangential vector, Frenets formula, curvature, torsion.
Differential:
Limit, continuity, partial differentiation, differential, directional differentiation,
tangent, chain rule, mean value theorem, Taylors theorem for function of
several variables, divergence, curl.
Inverse function theorem, implicit function theorem, global inverse,
curvilinear coordinates, and extreme values.
Integration:
Iterated integration, double integration, line integration, independent path,
Greens theorem, surface integration, divergence theorem, Stokes theorem,
change of variables in multiple integration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. evaluate scalar, vector and triple products and their uses in the description
of lines and planes
2. analyze the differential geometry of 3-dimensional curves
3. evaluate the gradient, divergence and curl of scalar and vector fields in
terms of artesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinates
4. evaluate line, surface and volume integrals
5. state and use Greens theorem in the plane, divergence theorem and Stokes
theorem.
Reference Books
1. Colley, S.J . (2005). Vector Calculus, 3
rd
edition. Pearson Prentice Hall.
2. Matthews, P.C. (1998). Vector Calculus, Springer-Verlag.
3. Marsden, J .E. and Tromba, A.J . (2003) Vector Calculus, W.H. Freeman
and Co.
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14. MAT 222/4 Differential Equations II
Advanced theory on system of differential equations and its solutions: focus will
be given on methods for solving nonhomogeneous systems, autonomous system
and its stability.
Orthogonal function, Fourier series and the Sturm-Liuoville problem.
Partial differential equations: some introduction to partial differential equations
that are normally used to solve problems in mathematical physics and methods
for solving these equations.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. solve problems involving linear system of equations, both homogeneous and
non-homogeneous
2. analyze the local stability of plane autonomous systems
3. interpret series expansion of functions based on infinite set of orthogonal
functions into the solution of Sturm-Liouville problem
4. solve partial differential equations using separation of variables
5. analyze solutions of boundary-value problems for different forms of
boundary and intial values.
Reference Books
1. Boyce, W.E. & DiPrima, R.C., (2005). Elementary Differential Equations &
Boundary Value Problems, 8
th
edition. Pacific Grove: J ohn Wiley & Sons.
2. Andrews L.C., (1986). Elementary Partial Differential Equations with
Boundary Value Problem, Academic Press.
3. Zill, D.G. & Cullen, M.R., (2005). Differential Equations with Boundary
Value Problems, 6
th
edition. Toronto: Thomson/Brooks/Cole.
15. MAT 251/4 Introduction to Operations Research
Scientific methods and operations research. Applications of operations research
in decision analysis.
Linear programming: modelling, graphical solution, standard form and simplex
method. Sensitivity analysis.
Transportation and assignment problems.
Project scheduling: PERT-CPM. Project crashing. Project planning.
Exposure to some relevant software packages.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. formulate problem into a linear programming model
2. choose and use a suitable method to solve a problem
3. do the economic interpretation of the optimal solution and do the sensitivity
analysis.
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Reference Books
1. Taha, H.A. (2007). Operations Research: An Introduction, 8
th
edition. New
J ersey: Prentice Hall.
2. Muhammad J antan. Pengantar Penyelidikan Operasi, Siri Edisi Awal.
Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM.
3. Norman, J . and Titchie, E. (1981). Problem Solving Exercise In OR,
Lancaster Lancord.
16. MAT 263/4 Probability Theory
Probability: Expansion of the axioms of probability, the concept of mutually
exclusive and independence, conditional probability. Bayes theorem.
Random variables, probability density function and distribution function,
expectation and moment generating function, Markov and Chebyshev inequality,
Law of Large numbers, distribution function of random variables.
Some special distribution: Bernoulli, binomial, Poisson, hypergeometric,
negative binomial, uniform, normal, exponential, chi-square, gamma,beta.
Bivariate random variables: density function and joint distribution function,
conditional probability density function and distribution function, covariance,
onditional expectation, independence of two random variables, bivariate normal
random variables.
Transformation 1-1. Sampling distribution: chi-squares, t and F. Central limit
theorem.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. define probability and prove basic theorems in probability
2. find the probability density function( p.d.f.) and distribution function (d.f.)
of any random variables (r.v.) and hence, obtain the mean, variance,
moment generating function and the kth. moment from this p.d.f. or d.f.
3. identify daily problem that can be solved in terms of r.v. and the properties
of its distribution
4. examine problems of joint and conditional p.d.f.s and d.fs and their
moments and determine the dependence between two r.vs
5. develop distributions of sample mean and variance from a normal
distribution and distribution of functions of two or more r.vs.
Reference Books
1. Hogg, R.V. and Craig, A.T. (1995). Introduction to Mathematical Statistics,
5
th
edition. Prectice Hall.
2. Hogg, R.V. and Tanis, E.A. (2001). Probability and Statistical Inference,
6
th
edition. Prectice Hall.
3. Ross, S. (2006). A First Course in Probability, 7
th
edition. Pearson Prentice
Hall.
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17. MAT 282/4 Engineering Computation I
Introduction to basic numerical methods: rounding errors and computer
arithmetic.
Solution of non-linear equations.
Solution of linear systems of equations: direct methods and iterative methods.
Solution of non-linear systems of equations.
Polynomial interpolation.
Numerical differentiation and integration.
Numerical methods to compute eigenvalues and eigen vectors.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. apply numerical methods to solve a given non-linear equation and state the
general conditions which guarantee the convergence of the methods
2. construct interpolating polynomials for a given set of data
3. state and analyze the formulas for error in polynomial interpolation
4. apply numerical integration and differentiation to find an approximate value
of an integral
5. construct and apply formulas to approximate specific derivatives of
functions by differentiating appropriate interpolating polynomials.
Reference Books
1. Fausett, L.V. (1999). Applied Numerical Analysis Using MATLAB,
Prentice-Hall.
2. Cheney, E.W. and Kincaid, D.R. (2004). Numerical Mathematics and
Computing, 5
th
edition. Thomson.
3. Schilling, R.A. and Harris, S.L. (2000). Applied Numerical Methods For
Engineers Using MATLAB, Thomson.
18. MAT 363/4 Statistical Inference
Revision of probability theory. Sampling distributions, order statistics, limiting
distribution, stochastic convergence.
Point estimation: properties of estimatorsconsistency, unbiasedness, efficiency
and sufficiency. Point estimation using the method of maximum likelihood and
the method of moments. Completeness property for a family of distributions.
Unbiased estimators with minimum variance.
Interval estimation : confidence intervals for small and large samples. Pivotal
quantity.
Hypothesis testing : statistical hypothesis, types and sizes of errors, power
function, critical region, most powerful test, fundamental lemma of Neyman-
Pearson, uniformly most powerful test, likelihood ratio tests for testing the mean,
variance, equality of two means and equality of two variances for normal
distribution, analysis of variance, non-parametric statistics, goodness-of-fit tests.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have a firm understanding of probability theory and statistical inference
2. find the distributions and joint distributions of random variables and random
vectors
3. derive point estimators and construct confidence intervals
4. conduct testing of hypotheses to verify claims.
Reference Books
1. Khatijah, S.A. (1995). Pengantar Teori Statistik, Penerbit USM.
2. Hogg, R.V., Craig, A.T. (1978). Introduction to Mathematical
Statistics, 4
th
edition. New York, Macmillan.
3. Miller, I. & Miller, M. (2004). Mathematical Statistics with Application,
7
th
edition. New J ersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.
19. MSG 228/4 Introduction to Modelling
The aims of this course are to:
a) expose students to the basic concepts and methodology in modelling,
b) introduce standard mathematical tools in modelling.
Topics include:
(i) interpreting graphs
(ii) optimization
(iii) ordinary differential equations
(iv) data analysis
(v) difference equations
(vi) simulation.
Areas of interest may consist of biology, environment, engineering, and
economics.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. build a simple mathematical model from a verbal description or a tabular
data
2. demonstrate understanding of methods, skills and tools used in a variety of
models
3. interpret models and solutions (if appropriate) and draw inferences from
them
4. recognise and use the connections between mathematics and other
disciplines.
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Reference Books
1. Frank, R. Giordano, Maurice, D. Weir, Williams P. (2003). Fox; A First
Course in Mathematical Modeling, 3
rd
edition. Brooks-Cole.
2. Frederick, R. Marotto (2005). Introduction to Mathematical Modeling using
Discrete Dynamical System: Brooks-Cole.
3. Beltrami, E. (2001). Mathematical Models for Society and Biology,
Academic Press.
20. MSG 252/4 Linear and Integer Programming
Linear programming: revised simplex method, duality theory, dual simplex
method, sensitivity analysis.
Integer programming model: pure integer and mixed integer model, 0-1 model,
cutting plane technique, branch and bound method, implicit enumeration.
Goal programming: formulation and solution.
Applications to practical problems. Exposure to relevant software packages.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. detect the similarities and differences between simplex and revised simplex
methods
2. apply the duality theory to any linear programming problem
3. use any of the techniques taught in this course to solve linear and integer
programming problems
4. formulate a goal programming problem and find its solution using suitable
methods.
Reference Books
1. Che Rohani Yaacob (2001). Pengaturcaraan Linear dan Integer, Penerbit
USM.
2. Taha, H.A. (1992). Operations Research An Introduction, New York:
Macmillan.
3. Winston, W.L. (1993). Operations Research Applications and Algorithms.
Belmont, California: Duxbury.
21. MSG 253/4 Queueing System and Simulation
Queuing theory: general queueing model, terminologies and notations.
Characteristics of exponential and Poisson distributions. Birth and death process.
Discussion about the theoretical and also the application of queueing models:
M/M/1 and its extension.
Queueing models involving nonexponential distributions.
Queueing networks.
Simulation: general simulation concept. Random numbers. Discrete event
simulation.
Applications of software packages for modelling and simulation of queueing
systems.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. derive the performance measurement formulas of various queueing models
2. assess queueing systems using analytical methods and simulation
3. master the use of a computer simulation package
4. strengthen their mathematical and professional report writing ability.
Reference Books
1. Gross, D. & Harris, C.M. (1998) Fundamentals of Queuing Theory, 3
rd
edition. J ohn Wiley& Sons.
2. Chisman, J .A. (1992) Introduction to Simulation Using GPSS/PC. Prentice
Hall.
3. Taha H.A. (2003) Operation Research: An Introduction, 7
th
edition.
Prentice Hall.
22. MSG 262/4 Quality Control
Seven tools for statistical quality control: check sheet, histogram, Pareto
diagram, cause-and-effect diagram, stratification, scatter diagram and control
charts.
Statistical process control: control charts , , X R X S median-range, EWMA,
CUSUM, p, np, c and u. Specification limits. Process capability.
Acceptance sampling plans. Producer risk and consumer risk. Single sampling
plan. Double sampling plan. Operating characteristic curve of a sampling plan,
MIL-STD 105E and Dodge-Romig sampling plans.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. define and describe the concepts of quality, total quality management(TQM)
and quality control (QC)
2. apply both graphics and quantitative quality measurement and quality
analysis tools
3. analyze, interpret and solve quality-related problems
4. work as a team to solve quality related issues
5. communicate orally and in written form pertaining to quality.
Reference Books
1. Besterfield, D.H. (2004). Quality Control, 7
th
edition., New J ersey, U.S.A :
Pearson Prentice Hall.
2. Montgomery, D.C. (2005). Introduction to Statistical Quality Control, 5
th
edition. U.S.A : J ohn Wiley & Sons.
3. Oakland, J .S. (1996). Statistical Process Control, 3
rd
edition. Oxford, U.K.
Butterworth-Heinemann
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23. MSG 265/4 Design and Analysis of Experiments
Introduction to factorial designs: the general factorial design; two-factor and
three-factor factorial designs, statistical analysis of the fixed effects model and
the random effects model, model adequacy checking, fitting response curves,
blocking in a factorial design.
The 2
k
Design: 2
2
design and 2
3
design, a single replicate of the 2
k
design.
Blocking and confounding in the 2
k
factorial design: blocking a replicated 2
k
factorial design, confounding in the 2
k
factorial design, confounding the 2
k
factorial design in two blocks, confounding the 2
k
factorial design in four blocks,
confounding the 2
k
factorial design in 2
p
blocks, partial confounding.
Two-level fractional factorial designs: the one-half fraction of the 2
k
design;
definitions and basic principles, design resolution and construction and analysis
of the one-half fraction, the one-quarter fraction of the 2
k
design and the general
2
k-p
fractional factorial
design.
Three-level and mixed-level factorial design.
Nested and split-plot designs: the two-stage nested design and the general m-
stage nested design, design with both nested and factorial factors, the split-plot
design; split-plot designs with more than two factors and the split-split-plot
design.
Taguchi approach.
Response surface methods.
The analysis of covariance.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. identify the different design of experiments and explain the procedures of
designing those experiments
2. perform the analysis of variance for the data obtained from different designs
3. interprete the results and write the conclusions for the different designs.
Reference Books
1. Montgomery, D.C. (2005). Design and Analysis of Experiments, 6
th
edition.
J ohn Wiley & Sons, Inc.
2. Berger, P.D. and Maurer, R.E. (2002). Experimental Design with
Applications in Management, Engineering and the Sciences. Duxbury
3. Snedecor, G.W. and Cochran, W.G. (1967). Statistical Methods, The Iowa
State University Press, Ames, Iowa.
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24. MSG 281/2 Modelling Laboratory I
The objectives of this course is to introduce the use of AUTOCAD software to
transfer hand created drawing using primitive drawing objects and MATLAB
software to solve problems in mathematical modeling and numerical
computations. Case studies on different aspects of mathematical modeling and
computer modeling are presented. Independent learning is encouraged as much
as possible to diversify students approach using the software
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. use mathematical tools with competence
2. find information needed to solve a computerized problem
3. analyze a problem and determine if it could feasibly be solved with current
resources, design a solution and implement the solution.
4. Draw curves and solids using 3-D features in AUTOCAD and use shading
technique to render the models
Reference Books
1. Learning AutoCAD 2010, 111 McInnis Parkway, CA94903, USA.
2. Noor Atinah Ahmad, Yahya Abu Hasan, Zarita Zainuddin & Low Heng
Chin (2002). MATLAB: Pendekatan Penyelesaian Masalah Matematik. Mc
Graw Hill.
25. MSG 282/2 Modelling Laboratory II
The objective of these course is to use 3DMAX packages for graphical
animations and use Mathematica packages to perform numerical computations,
symbolic computations (manipulating formulas) and graphical manipulations
(create 2-D and 3-D graphs). Write simple Mathematica programs in procedural,
rule-based and functional-based styles to perform desirable tasks and use
Mathematics as a tool in solving simple mathematical models. Independent
learning is encouraged as much as possible to diversify students approach using
the software
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. understand and use Mathematica to perform numerical computations,
symbolic computations (manipulating formulas) and graphical
manipulations (create 2-D and 3-D graphs)
2. write simple Mathematica programs in procedural, rule-based and
functional-based styles to perform desirable tasks
3. create and document computational models for mathematical experiments
and explorations.
4. developed 3D models using 3DMAX and produce an animation video clip
with low end hardware and software
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Reference Books
1. Murdock, K.L. (2005) 3Ds Max 7, Wiley Publishing, Inc.
2. Giambrano, (1997). 3D Graphics and Animation: From star up to
standing out, New Riders Publishing.
3. Paul R. Wellin (2005) An Introduction to Programming with Mathematica,
3
rd
edition. Cambridge University Press.
4. Stephen Wolfram (2003).The Mathematica Book, 5
th
edition Wolfram
Media.
5. Springer-Verlag (2005). The Mathematica Guide Books, Vol I- IV, New
York.
26. MSG 284/4 Introduction to Geometric Modelling
What is geometric modeling: mathematical methods in geometric modeling.
Some historical background. Data fitting and parametric interpolation.
Geometric smoothness versus parametric smoothness. Representation by
parametric and implicit equations.
Introduction to differential geometry: tangent, normal, binormal, curvature,
torsion, Frenet-Serret formulas, osculating circle, first fundamental and second
fundamental forms, Meusnier theorem, mean and Gaussian curvatures.
Polynomial interpolation: Lagrange polynomial, Hermite polynomial, Aitken
algorithm.
Bernstein polynomial: motivation, partition of unity, positivity, symmetry,
recursive property and derivatives.
Bzier curves and surfaces: derivatives, de Casteljau algorithm, shape preserving
properties, degree reduction and elevation, tensor-product.
B-splines curves and surfaces: B-splines basis, properties of B-splines curves, B-
spline surfaces, relation with Bzier.
Parametric and geometric continuity: definition, differences between parametric
and geometric continuity, application of these continuity to composite curves
and surfaces.
Coons surfaces: Boolean sum, compatibility conditions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have the knowledge of geometric modelling and able to practice them
confidently
2. analyze and interpret the geometric properties of curves and surfaces in
mathematical representations
3. build and manipulate curves and surfaces using computers.
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Reference Books
1. Faux and Pratt (1980), Computational Geometry for Design and
Manufacture, Chichester, England: Halsted Press.
2. Mortenson (1997), Geometric Modelling, Wiley.
3. David Salamon (1999), Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling,
Springer Verlag.
27. MSG 285/2 Statistical Laboratory
Expose students on the applications of certain statistical packages such as SPSS,
SAS, Minitab, Statgraphics to analyse data and interpret their results.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. apply statistical packages to the data set
2. relate the statistical reasoning from the results obtained
3. interpret results in simple case study.
Reference Books
1. Montgomery, D.C. (2000). Designand Analysis of Experiment, Wiley.
2. Conover, W.J . (1999). Practical Nonparametric Statistics. J ohn Wiley.
3. Christensen, R. (1996). Analysis of Variance, Design and Regression,
Chapman & Hall.
28. MSG 286/2 Operations Research Laboratory
Use of operations research packages such as SAS/OR, TORA, LINDO, LINGO,
QM/POM, Microsoft Project and others will be taught. Applications to real
world problem will be emphasised.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. formulate and interpret outputs of the linear programming problems solved
by the specified softwares
2. use the OR softwares taught to solve LP problems
3. relate to and learn any future OR softwares using the help files and tutorials.
Reference Books
1. Linus Schrage (1997). Optimization Modeling with LINDO 5
th
edition.
Brooks/Cole Publishing Company.
2. Elaine Marmel (1999). Microsoft Project 2000 Bible, IDG Books
Worldwide.
3. Taha, H.A. (2003). Operations Research: An Introduction. 7
th
edition.
Prentice Hall.
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29. MSG 322/4 Fluid Mechanics
Review of vector calculus.
Basic statics.
Basic concept of fluid dynamics and kinematics.
Finite control volume analysis of fluid flow.
Differential analysis of fluid flow.
Two-dimensional motion (potential flow theory).
Flow through pipes.
Basic concept of boundary layer theory.
Open channel flow.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. state the definition of a fluid and related concepts such as viscosity,
compressibility, laminar/turbulent flows
2. formulate the governing equations of fluid mechanics using a finite control
volume and an infinitesimally small fluid element model
3. distinguish different types of flows and apply the relevant equations to
compute quantities of interest.
Reference Books
1. Merle, C. Potter and David, C. Wiggert (2003). Mechanics of Fluid, 3
rd
edition. Brooks/Cole.
2. Fox, R.W. and McDonald, A.T. (2004). Introduction to Fluid Mechanics,
5
th
edition. J ohn Wiley.
3. Frank, M.W. Fluid Mechanics 5
th
edition. McGraw Hill.
30. MSG 327/4 Mathematical Modelling
The objective of this course is to enable students to see how mathematical
models are developed from first principles and then to see the consequences
through further mathematical and numerical analysis.
Models (which should be amenable to analysis) from a particular area of applied
mathematics are taken to illustrate the ideas.
References will be provided by the instructor of the course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. formulate and solve simple real life problems by ODE by analytical and
numerical methods such as RK2 and RK4
2. formulate and solve real life problem simulations by PDE using analytical
and numerical solution techniques such as FDM and FSM
3. design and implement efficient codes by FORTRAN, MATLAB and
MATHEMATICA to solve real life problem simulations
4. interpret and synthesize simulation results by means of WASP7 and in-
house simulation models I1Disp, E2DISP, TUNA, DEER.
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31. MSG 354/4 Network Flows
Basic concepts of graphs and network
Minimum spanning tree problem: Kruskal algorithm, Prim algorithm and
applications.
Shortest route problem: tree building program, tree changing algorithm, Floyd
algorithm, Yen algorithm and applications.
Maximum flow problem: cut-set concept, Ford-Fulkerson labelling algorithm
and applications.
Minimum cost flow problem: Busacker & Gowen algorithm, Klein algorithm,
General network simplex method, 'Out-of-Kilter' algorithm and applications.
Chinese postman problem: Eulerian circuit and some solutions methods.
Travelling salesman problem: Hamiltonian circuit and some branch and bound
solution techniques.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. formulate/translate real life problems as network flow problems
2. comprehend the underlying theorems of network flow problems
3. use appropriate algorithms to solve network flow problems
4. perform economic interpretation of network flow solutions.
Reference Books
1. Ahuja, R.K, Magnanti,T.L & Orlin, J .B . Network Flows: Theory,
Algorithmn and Application. Prentice Hall.
2. Adli Mustafa (1991). Aliran Rangkaian, Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM.
3. Taha, H.A. (2003). Operation Research: An Introduction, 7
th
edition. New
J ersey : Prentice Hall.
32. MSG 355/4 Inventory Control
Basic concepts of inventory control. ABC inventory system. General inventory
control model.
Deterministic inventory models: classic EOQ model, buffer stock, price breaks
model, N-period production scheduling model, N-period dynamic EOQ model,
multiple-item with storage limitation model.
Probabilistic models: continuous review model single period model, multiperiod
model.
MRP, J IT system. Use of computer packages to obtain solutions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. explain clearly the basic issues in inventory management
2. identify a suitable model for a given inventory problem
3. use a suitable method for finding the optimum solution to a given inventory
problem
4. interprete the solution obtained from a given inventory problem.
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Reference Books
1. J ohnson, L. and D. Montgomery (1974). Operations Research in
Production, Planning, Scheduling and Inventory Control. New York:
Wiley.
2. Love, S. (1979). Inventory Control, New York: MacGraw-Hill.
3. Taha, H.A. (2003). Operations Research: An Introduction. New J ersey :
Prentice Hall.
33. MSG 356/4 Mathematical Programming
Introduction: review of differential calculus, basic concepts in optimisation
theory, including extremum (maximum and minimum), optimality criteria and
convexity.
Nonlinear programming problems (NLPs): definition and formulation,
techniques used to solve NLPs with one and several variables, unconstrained and
constrained problems including the golden section search, the method of steepest
ascent, the Newton-Raphson method, the Lagrange multiplier, the Kuhn-Tucker
method, quadratic programming, separable programming, the method of feasible
directions, geometric programming.
Introduction to dynamic programming and its applications to sequential decision
problems.
Exposure to some relevant software packages. Case studies.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. recognise the differences between linear programming problems (LPs) and
non-linear programming problems (NLPs)
2. formulate the real problems to NLPs
3. solve NLPs using the appropriate techniques
4. interpret the solutions and making inferences from the results
5. use software packages to solve NLPs and interpret the software output.
Reference Books
1. Winston. W.L. and Venkataramanan, M. (2003). Introduction to
Mathematical Programming, 4
th
edition. Duxbury.
2. Taha, H.A. (2003). Operations Research: An Introduction, 7
th
edition New
J ersey: Prentice Hall.
3. Wismer, D.A. and Chattergy, R. (1978). Introduction to Nonlinear
Optimisation: A Problem Solving Approach, North-Holland: Elsevier.
4. Bazaraa, M.S., Sherali, H.D. and Shetty, C.M. (1993). Nonlinear
Programming: Theory and Algorithms, 2
nd
edition. New York, J ohn Wiley.
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34. MSG 366/4 Multivariate Analysis
Introduction. Multivariate data. Applications of multivariate techniques.
Revision of matrix algebra and random vectors. Quadratic forms. Sample
geometry. Random sampling.
Multivariate normal distribution. Sampling distributions for X and S .
Inference for the mean vector. Confidence region and simultaneous comparison
of the component means.Comparison of several multivariate means.
MANOVA.
Introduction to principal component analysis. Population and sample principal
components. Applications.
Introduction to factor analysis. Orthogonal factor model. Methods of
estimation. Factor rotation and factor scores. Applications.
Introduction to discrimination and classification. Discriminationtechniques.
Classification for two multivariate normal populations. Fishers discriminant
Function. classification for several populations. Applications.
Introduction to clustering methods. Similarity measures. Hierarchical clustering
methods: single linkage, average linkage and complete linkage. Nonhierarchical
clustering methods: Mac Queens K-mean methods. Applications.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. define and describe the ideas of multivariate data and techniques
2. apply both graphics and quantitative multivariate techniques to data analysis
3. analyze, interpret and solve multivariate problems
4. work as a team to solve multivariate problems
5. communicate orally and in written form pertaining to multivariate analysis.
Reference Books
1. J ohnson, R.A. & Wichern, D.W. (2002). Applied Multivariate Statistical
Analysis, 5
th
edition. Prentice Hall International, New J ersey.
2. Hair, J .F., Anderson, R.E., Tatham, R.L. & Black, W.C. (1998).
Multivariate Data Analysis, 5
th
edition. Prentice Hall International, New
J ersey.
3. Manly, B.F.J . (1994). Multivariate Statistical Methods: A primer, 2
nd
edition. Chapman & Hall, New York, USA.
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35. MSG 367/4 Time Series
Introduction: examples of time series data, stationary time series, transformation
(filtering and differencing). Autocorrelation functions and partial autocorrelation
functions.
Probability models for time series: pure random process (white noise), random
walk, moving average process (MA process), autoregressive process (AR
process), mixed model (ARMA process), integrated models (ARIMA process).
Estimation in the time domain, forecasting: Box-J enkins methods.
Frequency approach to time series. Spectral analysis.
Case studies will be given.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. fully understand and explain the fundamental time series concepts and
terminologies
2. select appropriate models for the given time series
3. critically differentiate time series elements such as non-stationary, seasonal
and heteroscedasticity
4. apply a group of time series models to any time series data using various
time series statistical packages such as Minitab, SPSS and EViews
5. produce a well-organized report which includes concise explanation of the
steps taken and interpreting results of time series analysis.
Reference Books
1. William W. S. Wei Univariate and Multivariate Methods.
2. J ohn Gottman A Comprehensive Introduction for Social Scientists,
Cambridge University Press.
3. Chatfield, C. (1996). The Analysis of Time Series: An Introduction, hapman
& Hall.
36. MSG 368/4 Sample Survey and Sampling Technique
Sampling design: simple random sampling design for finite population with
and without replacement, stratified sampling design, cluster sampling design,
systematic sampling design, two-stage sampling design. Regression and ratio
estimates. Estimation and bound estimation error.
Sample size determination for the above sampling designs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. identify the design of sample survey
2. apply the sampling procedures for selecting the sample from the population
3. differentiate methods for estimating population parameters and the bounds
on the error of estimations
4. generate inferences about a population from the information contained in a
sample.
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Reference Books
1. Scheaffer, L.R, Mendenhall, W. and Ott, R.L. (1995) Elementary Survey
Sampling, Duxbury Advanced Series.
2. Cochran, W.G. (1977). Sampling Techiques, J ohn Wiley. Sons.
3. Thompson, M.E. (1997). Theory of Sample Surveys, Chapman & Hall,
37. MSG 383/4 Data Structures for Computer Graphics
Introduction to information and data. Ones and twos complements. Ways to
store data in different data types, for example as integers, real numbers and
characters.
Computer memory management. Static and dynamic memory allocations.
Advantages and problems of each allocation.
Introduction to linear data structures, for example, linked list; and non-linear
data structures, for example, binary trees, binary search trees, quadtrees, octtrees
and BSP trees. Representation of the data structures by using both arrays and
linked lists.
Recursion: definitions and processes. Behaviours of recursion and its program
implementation.
Sorting: background in general. Bubble sort, selection sort, quick sort, binary
tree sort and radix sort.
Searching: algorithms and analysis of searching; sequential search, binary search
and binary tree search.
Fractal geometry: descriptions of self-similarities and fractal dimensions by
using Sierpinski triangle and von Koch snow flakes. Comparison of fractals and
L-grammars.
Introduction to graphics file format. Differences between bitmap graphics and
vector graphics. Graphics file compression techniques by using run-length
encoding and Huffman codings. Descriptions of commonly used graphics file
formats, for example, CGM, DXF, BMP, J PG, GIF and PNG.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have the knowledge on the fundamental concepts and computational
algorithms of data structures for computer graphics
2. implement the computational algorithms and techniques of data structures
with a high level of confidence and proficiency
3. design, manipulate, combine and compare different types of data structures
used in computer graphics.
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Reference Books
1. J ames D. Foley et al. (1993). Introduction to Computer Graphics, Addison-
wesley Publishing Company.
2. Donald Hearn and M. Pauline Baker (1986). Computer Graphics C.
Version, 2
nd
edition. Prentice-Hall.
3. Malik,D.S. Data Structures Using C++, (2003). Thomson Course
Technology.
38. MSG 387/4 Computer Graphics
Introduction to computer graphics and its applications. Overview of raster
graphics and transformation pipeline, i.e. transformations between different
coordinate systems, which involve modelling coordinate system, device
coordinate system, world coordinate system, normalized coordinate system,
display window coordinate system and screen coordinate system.
Graphics output primitives in drawing of lines, polygons, triangles, etc. Draw
polylines with different line joining methods. Attributes of graphics primitives
like colour, line style and fill style. Difference between RGB colour code and
colour lookup tables. Constructing pixel mask for line styles and using bit arrays
for fill style.
2D and 3D transformations and viewing. Describing and using viewing
parameters to change the shape of the object, using viewport to change the ratio
of clipping window. Differences in viewing and modelling transformations.
Window clipping by Cohen-Sutherland algorithm.
Explanation on software standards and GKS, logical input devices defined
under GKS. Various interactive picture construction techniques, e.g. basic
positioning methods, dragging, constraints, grids, rubber-band methods and
gravity field.
Raster methods for computer animation, i.e. double buffering and raster
operations. The effect caused by difference in refresh cycle of raster monitors
and object construction time taken by the buffer. Design of animation sequence
in 4 development stages, i.e. storyboard layout, object definitions, key-frame
specifications, generations of in-between frames.
OpenGL functions are used throughout the syllabus to illustrate the computer
graphics concepts.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. understand the fundamental concepts and standards in computer graphics
2. use graphics pipeline and appropriate transformations involved at each
stage of the pipeline
3. apply the right techniques in producing pictures through programming
4. produce 2-D animations.
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Reference Books
1. Donald Hearn, M. Pauline Baker (2003). Computer Graphics with OpenGL,
3
rd
edition. Prentice Hall.
2. J ames, D. Foley et al. (1993). Introduction to Computer Graphics, Addison-
wesley Publishing Company.
3. Richard, S. Wright, Benjamin Lipchak. OpenGL SuperBible, 3
rd
edition.
Sams Publishing Company.
39. MSG 388/4 Mathematical Algorithms for Computer Graphics
Bzier curves and surfaces:
Degree elevation and subdivision algorithm, reparameterization, composite
curves and surfaces, rational curves and surfaces. Triangular Bzier surfaces.
Splines:
Splines and natural splines. Basis functions using truncated power functions and
properties.
B-spline curves and surfaces:
Basis functions using convolution method, de Boor Cox algorithm. Uniform and
non-uniform basis functions, subdivision algorithm, knot insertion algorithm,
relation between the number of control points and knots, conversion between
basis functions, NURBS, beta splines and corner-cutting algorithm, subdivision
algorithm for irregular surfaces (Catmull-Clark).
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. have a firm understanding of the mathematical algorithms in computer
graphics, and the principles and theories of computer modelling
2. use mathematical and computational methods to describe and design curves
and surfaces
3. simulate and represent an object geometrically under a computer control.
Reference Books
1. Faux and Pratt (1980). Computational Geometry for Design and
Manufacture, Chichester, England: Halsted Press.
2. Mortenson (1997). Geometric Modelling, Wiley.
3. David Salamon (1999). Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling,
Springer-Verlag.
40. MSG 389/4 Engineering Computation II
Ordinary Differential Equations
Initial value problems: single step and multi-step methods. System of equations
and higher order equations.
Boundary value problems: shooting method, finite segment and finite difference
methods.
Partial Differential Equations
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Parabolic equations: FTCS and Crank Nicolson method. Consistency, stability
and convergence.
Hyperbolic equations: method of characteristics and finite difference methods
for the wave equation.
Elliptic equations: standard finite difference schemes for Poisson equation.
Solution of resulting systems of linear equation.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. recognize and solve IVP for ODE by analytical and numerical methods such
as RK2 and RK4
2. formulate and solve real life problem simulations such as lake and river
pollution by BVP for PDE
3. design and implement efficient codes FORTRAN to solve real life problem
simulations for ODE and PDE
4. interpret and synthesize simulation results.
Reference Books
1. Fausett, L.V. (1999). Applied Numerical Analysis Using MATLAB,
Prentice-Hall.
2. Cheney, E.W. and Kincaid, D.R. (2004). Numerical Mathematics and
Computing, 5
th
edition. Thomson.
3. Schilling, R.A. and Harris, S.L. (2000). Applied Numerical Methods For
Engineers Using MATLAB, Thomson.
41. MSG 391/6 Project
The aims of this course are
(i) to give an opportunity for students to work on a particular topic relevant to
the program
(ii) to give students an introduction to the methods and experience of research
and to make them better prepared to start a research degree or work in a
research and development environment
(iii) to develop students ability to organize their work in a substantial project
(iv) to develop students ability to present their work in both written and oral
form.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are able to
1. carry out a research project
2. conduct a meaningful discussion on the various aspects related to the project
3. write a report and present their research findings.
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Index to Undergraduate Courses
Advanced Calculus MAT 102/4 257
Algebra for Science Students MAA 111/4 254
Applied Statistical Methods MSG 162/4 260
Calculus for Science Students I MAA 101/4 252
Calculus for Science Students II MAA 102/4 258
Calculus MAT 101/4 251
Computer Graphics MSG 387/4 279
Data Structures for Computer Graphics MSG 383/4 278
Design and Analysis of Experiments MSG 265/4 269
Differential Equations I MAT 122/4 259
Differential Equations II MAT 222/4 263
Elementary Statistics MAT 161/4 254
Engineering Computation I MAT 282/4 265
Engineering Computation II MSG 389/4 280
Fluid Mechanics MSG 322/4 273
Introduction to Analysis MAT 202/4 261
Introduction to Geometric Modelling MSG 284/4 271
Introduction to Modelling MSG 228/4 266
Introduction to Operations Research MAT 251/4 263
Inventory Control MSG 355/4 274
Linear Algebra MAT 111 253
Linear and Integer Programming MSG 252/4 267
Mathematical Algorithms for Computer Graphics MSG 388/4 280
Mathematical Modelling MSG 327/4 273
Mathematical Programming MSG 356/4 275
Modelling Laboratory I MSG 281/2 270
Modelling Laboratory II MSG 282/2 270
Multivariate Analysis MSG 366/4 276
Network Flows MSG 354/4 274
Operations Research Laboratory MSG 286/2 272
Probability Theory MAT 263/4 264
Programming for Scientific Applications MAT 181/4 259
Project MSG 391/6 281
Quality Control MSG 262/4 168
Queueing System and Simulation MSG 253/4 267
Sample Survey and Sampling Technique MSG 368/4 277
Statistical Inference MAT 363/4 265
Statistical Laboratory MSG 285/2 272
Statistics for Science Students MAA 161/4 256
Time Series MSG 367/4 277
Vector Calculus MAT 203/4 262
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