INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah
Department

Centre for Languages and Pre-University Academic Development

(CELPAD)
Bahasa Melayu Division

Programme

Science, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy and AED.

Name of Course / Mode

Bahasa Melayu Kerjaya (Sains dan Teknologi)

Course Code

LM 2026K

Name (s) of Academic

staff / Instructor(s)
Rationale for the
inclusion of the course /
module in the
programme
Semester and Year
Offered
Status

TBD

Level

Undergraduate

Proposed Start Date

Semester 1, 2011/2012

Batch of Students
to be Affected

Semester 1, 2011/2012

To equip students with the necessary bahasa Melayu skills needed in the
field of sciences for occupational purposes
Semester 1 & 2, Year 1, 2, 3 & 4

56
Credit Value / Hours

Pre-requisites (if any)

Nil

Co-requisites (if any)

Nil

Others

Practical

Total Student Learning

Time (SLT)

Tutorial

Lecture

Face to Face

30

Total Guided and

Independent Learning
86

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The objectives of this course are to:

Course
Objectives

1.
2.
3.
4.

familiarize students with scientific genre and register.

develop students writing skills.
develop students presentation skills.
expose students to scientific texts in bahasa Melayu.

At the end of this course, students are expected to have the ability to:
Learning
Outcomes

1. write appropriate scientific register. (A1, C1, LL2)

2. produce scientific writing. (C3, LL2)
3. apply public speaking skills appropriately in different contexts. (A2,
C3, P2, CS3, LL2)
4. translate scientific text in meaningful context. (C3)
Skills
(corresponding to
LOs)

Skill development
technique

Assessment
method

Ability to write
appropriate
scientific register

Group discussion and

writing exercise

Midterm and
Technical report/
Project paper
Final examination

Ability to speak in
public
appropriately in
different contexts

Group discussion
and role play

Group presentation

Ability to produce
scientific writing

Group discussion and

writing exercise

Technical report/
Project paper

Ability to speak
using appropriate
scientific register

Group discussion
and class presentation

Group presentation

Ability to translate
scientific text in
meaningful context

Writing exercise

Final examination

Transferable Skills

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Teaching-Learning and
Assessment Strategy

Course Synopsis

Mode of Delivery
Assessment Methods
and Type / Course
Assessment
State weightage
of each type of
assessment

Mapping of the course/

module to the
programme aims

Teaching-learning
strategy
Interactive teaching in
class and online

Assessment strategy
Combination of coursework
evaluation and final examination

This course is specially formulated to prepare students with the

knowledge and practices of scientific skills in bahasa Melayu. The
course covers the following topics such as public speaking, technical
report, meeting, minute writing, project paper, interview and translation.
In addition, this course also enhances self-image.
Lecture
LOs
1, 2
1, 3
1, 2, 4

Method
Midterm
Group presentation
Technical report/ project paper

%
10
20
20

1, 2, 4

Final exam

50
Total

Course LOs
Aim 1

Programme Aims
Aim 2

100

Aim 3

1
2
3
4

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Mapping of course / module to the Programme Learning Outcomes

Programme Outcomes

Learning Outcome of the course

1.
2.
3.

01

02

use appropriate scientific register. (A1)

produce scientific writing. (C3)

use public speaking skills appropriately in

different contexts. (A1, P2, CS3, LL2)

translate scientific text in meaningful

context. (C3)

4.

Weeks
1

4-5

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

Content outline of the course / module and the SLT per topic
Topics
Learning
Task/Reading
Hours
Topic 1: Communication An Introduction
4
Meenakshi Raman &
Sangeeta Sharma. (2004).
Definition
pp.1-37
Communication obstacle

2-3

03

Interpersonal communication

Wan Khuzaimah Wan

Mamat. (2010). pp. 1-19

Topic 2: Public Speaking

Definition
General principle
Salutation
Effective public speaking
Speech writing
(speech, talk & briefing)

Topic 3: Language Unit of Scientific Text

Concept of language in science
Characteristic
Terminologies
Morphology
Syntax

Maimunah Haji. Omar.

(1993). pp. 2-43
Supyan Hussin & Azhar
Jaludin. (2003). pp. 10-21

Amat Juhari Moain. (2010).

pp. 25-57
Asmah Hj. Omar. (2005).
pp. 1-50
Nik Safiah Karim, Farid M.
Onn, Hashim Hj. Musa &
Abdul Hamid Mahmood.
(2002). pp. 43-56

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10

11-12

Topic 4: Technical Report

Type
Language register
Primary research report laboratory
and fieldwork
Documentation
Technical report writing
- Purpose
- Type
- Characteristic

Meenakshi Raman &

Sangeeta Sharma. (2004).
pp. 365-457

Topic 5: Project Paper

Format
Language register
Project paper writing

Abd. Rahman Abd. Rashid

& Yap Kim Fatt. (2002). pp.
396-406

Topic 6: Official Letter

Type
Format
Language aspect
- Specific expression
- Appropriate personal pronouns
Language register

Topic 7: Meeting
Language register
Type
Organizing meeting
Ethics of meeting
Minute writing

Topic 8: Translation
Principle and technique
Method
Translation of text

Meenakshi Raman &

Sangeeta Sharma. (2004).
pp. 458-499
Abd. Rahman Abd. Rashid
& Yap Kim Fatt. (2002). pp.
327-343
Samsudin Wahab. (2005).
pp. 3-27
Sulaiman Masri & Ahmad
Khair Mohd Nor. (2004).
pp. 152-183
Abd. Rahman Abd. Rashid
& Yap Kim Fatt. (2002). pp.
282-314
Sulaiman Masri & Ahmad
Khair Mohd Nor. (2004).
pp. 227-241
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
(1975). pp. 1-37
Ainon Mohd & Abdullah
Hassan. (2003). pp. 69-78
288-290

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Topic 9: Interview
Type
The good quality of job seeker
Attending interview
Language register

Topic 10: Presentation Skill

Presentation style
Language skill

Abd. Rahman Abd. Rashid

& Yap Kim Fatt. (2002). pp.
205-215
Jabatan Tenaga Kerja
Semenanjung Malaysia.
(2007). pp. 1-16
Meenakshi Raman &
Sangeeta Sharma. (2004).
pp. 46-67
Supyan Hussin & Azhar
Jaludin. (2002). pp. 60-81

Main references supporting the course

The reference lists shall be presented in accordance with APA bibliographic practices and in alphabetical order.

Required
Abd. Rahman Abd. Rashid & Yap Kim Fatt. (2002). Bahasa kebangsaan. Selangor: Longman.
Ainon Mohd. & Abdullah Hassan. (2003). Teori dan teknik terjemahan. Kuala Lumpur: PTS
Professional Publishing Sdn. Bhd.
Amat Juhari Moain. (2010). Penggubalan istilah ilmiah dalam bahasa melayu. Ampang,
Hulu Kelang: Dawama Sdn. Bhd.
Asmah Haji Omar. (2005). Bahasa malaysia saintifik. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. (1984). Pedoman umum pembentukan istilah bahasa malaysia.
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. (2003). Istilah sains untuk sekolah-sekolah malaysia . Kuala Lumpur:
Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia. (2007). Panduan & tips temuduga.
Maimunah Hj. Omar. (1993). Panduan bahasa dan format penulisan laporan. Shah Alam:
Institut Teknologi Mara.
Meenakshi Raman & Sangeeta Sharma. (2004). Technical communication: Principle and practice.
Oxford University Press.
Samsudin Wahab. (2005). Surat, minit mesyuarat,dokumen perniagaan & laporan. Pahang: PTS
Professional Publishing Sdn. Bhd.
Sulaiman Masri & Ahmad Khair Mohd Nor. (2004). Seni mengarang. Shah Alam: Karisma
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Publication Sdn. Bhd.

Supyan Husin & Azhar Jaludin. (2002). Kecemerlangan dalam
Kuala Lumpur: Utusan Publications & Distributors Sdn Bhd.

pengucapan

awam.

Wan Khuzaimah Wan Mamat. (2010). Bahasa melayu komunikasi untuk kerjaya. Kuala Lumpur:
IIUM.
Additional references supporting the course
Recommended
Abdullah Hamid Mahmood. (2002). Menguasai bahasa melayu tinggi. Selangor: UPM.
Ismail Ahmad. (2002). Penulisan saintifik. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Kamaruddin Haji Husin. (1995). Laras bahasa. Kuala Lumpur: Utusan Publications & Distributors
Sdn Bhd.
Kamaruddin Haji Husin. (1993). Panduan bahasa dan format penulisan laporan. Shah Alam: ITM.
Mokhtar Hj. Mohd. Tohar & Ahmad Fawzi M. Basri. (2003). Protokol di malaysia: Tradisi dan
amalan. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa Pustaka.
Nik Safiah Karim, Farid M. Onn, Hashim Hj. Musa & Abdul Hamid Mahmood. (2008). Tatabahasa
dewan. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Omardin Hj. Ashaari. (1996). Kaedah mengendalikan mesyuarat. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa
Pustaka.
Omardin Hj. Ashaari. (1997). Pengurusan persatuan: Suatu panduan lengkap. Kuala Lumpur:
Utusan Publications & Distributurs Sdn. Bhd.
Internet
http://www.akademisains.gov.my
www.dbp.gov.my
www.majalahsains.com
www.dogpile.com
www.sciencedirect.com

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Prepared by:

Checked by:

Approved by:

Course Coordinator
Bahasa Melayu Divison
CELPAD

Head
Bahasa Melayu Division
CELPAD

Dean
CELPAD

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At the end of the programme, students are expected to have the ability to:
Apply the knowledge acquired in the field of science and technology for cognitive and practical purposes.
1.
2.

Use relevant skills learnt in science and technology for professional and personal development.

3.

Cooperate with others and apply knowledge in a socially responsible manner for the progress of the nation and the
ummah.

4.

Exhibit autonomy and professionalism at work and deal with various life situations ethically.

Practical Skills
Social skills and
Responsibilities
Value, Attitudes and
Professionalism

5.
Communicate with people from a diverse range of backgrounds with empathy, showing leadership qualities.
6.

Analyse issues and demonstrate skilfulness in planning, executing and evaluating strategies and action plans.

7.

Use the necessary learning skills in information management and apply effective strategies for lifelong selfimprovement.

8.

Apply basic managerial and entrepreneurial skills in relevant fields.

9.

Use Islamic principles to analyse and evaluate ideas and theories in modern disciplines OR
Contribute ideas toward greater effectiveness in the implementation of Islamic principles and guidance in
contemporary settings.

10.

Combine divine revelation and human wisdom to deal with contemporary issues and problems.

Knowledge

Communication,
Leadership and Team
Skills
Problem Solving and
Scientific Skills
Information
Management and
Lifelong Learning Skills
Managerial and
Entrepreneurial Skills
Islamization and
Relevantization
Integration

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