Career Prospects

Mutual Credit Recognition Programme

UTAR's collaboration with OTH Regensburg, one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Bavaria, Germany, allows graduates of the UTAR Bachelor of Electronics Engineering with Honours to continue their education and apply for the UTAR-OTH Regensburg Mutual Credit Recognition programme.

Check out the Student Testimonial on the Mutual Credit Recognition Programme.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

The UTAR Bachelor of Electronics Engineering with Honours is recognised by the following organisations.

• Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)

• Minimum Entry Requirements

  STPM with Passes of Grade C in Mathematics and 1 relevant Natural Science subject

  OR

  A-Level Passes of minimum Grade D in Mathematics and 1 relevant Natural Science subject

  OR

  South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in Mathematics and 1 relevant Natural Science subject

  OR

  Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of 70% in Mathematics and 1 relevant Natural Science subject (and 4 other subjects including another Mathematics subject)

  OR

  Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B in 5 subjects including Mathematics and 1 relevant Natural Science subject

  OR

  Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

  OR

  Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field

  OR

  Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education

  OR

  Dilpoma, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (TAR UC) in the relevant field

  OR

  Diploma from other Institution of Higher Learning in the relevant field

  OR

  Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government

• Programme Structure

  Programme Structure: Bachelor of Electronics Engineering with Honours

  (R2/0713/6/0027)(01/26)(MQA/FA4541)

  Year 1

  • Analogue Electronics
  • Basic Electronics
  • Circuit Theory
  • Co-curriculum
    
  • Digital Electronics
  • English for Professional Communication
    
  • Fundamentals of Programming
    
  • Introduction to Electrical Machines and Power Systems
    
  • Mathematical Techniques for Engineering
    
  • Mathematics for Engineering I
    
  • Signals, Circuits and Systems
    
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
  • 
    

  Year 2

  • Analogue Communications
  • Asic Design Methodology
  • Communication Systems
    
  • Digital Integrated Circuit Design
    
  • Elective I
    
  • Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
    
  • Introductory Electromagnetics
    
  • Mathematics for Engineering II
    
  • Microprocessor & Microcontroller System
    
  • Process Control and Instrumentation
    
  • Project Management
    
  • 
    

  Year 3

  • Analogue CMOS IC Design
    
  • Control Systems
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • Embedded System Design
    
  • Engineer in Society
  • Industrial Training
    
  • Law for Engineers
  • National Language/Other Languages
    
  • Numerical Methods and Statistics
    
  • Power Electronics and Drives
    
  • Solid State Electronics
    
  • 
    

  Year 4

  • Basic Economics, Accounting and Management
    
  • CAPSTONE Project
  • Computer Organisation and Architecture
  • Elective II
  • Elective III
  • Fundamentals of Digital Media Technology
    
  • MPU1*
    
  • MPU1**
  • Project
  • 
    

  Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Digital System Design
  • Green Chemistry in Engineering
    
  • Microelectronic Circuit Analysis
  • Mixed Signal Design
    
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Signal Integrity for High Speed Integrated Circuit
    
  • Smart Manufacturing
    
  • VLSI Modelling, Simulation and Verification
    
  • 
    

  Elective II - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Electromagnetic Compatibility
  • Image Processing
    
  • Nuclear Engineering
    
  • Optics and Opto-Electronics
  • Quality and Reliability Engineering
    
  • Renewable Energy
  • Virtual Instrumentation

  Elective III - Choose 1 course(s)
  

  • Experiential Research Skills (ERS)
  • Introduction to Internet Of Things and Its Applications
    
  • Personal Financial Planning and Management
    
  • Social Media Strategies for Business

  MPU I* - Choose 1 course
  

  • • • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students

      • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students
    • 
      

    • MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

      • • Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students
        • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban - For Local Students
      • 
        

  National Language/Other Language - Choose 1 course

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
  • Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
  • Introduction to Chinese Language I
  • Introduction to French
  • Introduction to German Language
    
  • Introduction to Japanese
    
  • Introduction to Korean
    
  • Introduction to Tamil Language
    
  • Introduction to Thai Language

  
  

  Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course

  • Arts and Cultural Performance
    
  • Community Project
  • Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
    
  • Language, Culture and Social Study Abroad
    
  • Leadership and Teambuilding
    
  • Managing Personal Finance
    
  • Management of Martial Arts Activity
    
  • Management of Sports Activity
    
  • Music Performance
    
  • Oral Communication
    
  • Social Entrepreneurship Project
    
  • Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
    
  • Team Work and Collaborative Project
  • Work Ethics and EQ
• Programme Objectives
  The Programme Objectives describe the career and professional accomplishments that the Electronic Engineering programme would prepare the graduates to achieve in a few years after their graduation.

  PEO1	Graduates competent in practising fundamental scientific and engineering principles in Electronic Engineering.
  PEO2	Graduates capable of communicating and managing effectively in diverse areas of Electronic Engineering.
  PEO3	Graduates practising professional ethics, life-long learning, and sustainable development for the betterment of the profession and society.

  
  Mapping between University's mission and PEOs

  Mission	PEO1	PEO2	PEO3
  Universal values in our beliefs			✓
  Tenacity and resilience in overcoming challenges		✓
  Agility in facing new frontiers		✓
  Responsibility and commitment in pursuit of excellence	✓

  
  Performance indicators for each PEO
  

  PEOs	Domains	Performance Indicators
  PEO1	Technical Competence	1. Practicing Engineering 2. Functional Position and / or award recognition 3. Involvement in creative and innovative project
  PEO2	Communication Skills and Leadership	1. Executive position 2. Recognition of communication and leadership ability
  PEO3	Professional Ethics and Lifelong Learning	1. Professional membership 2. Postgraduate degree 3. Professional / technical development

  
  
• Programme Learning Outcome (before February 2025 intake)
  The Programme Learning Outcomes refer to the attributes that students should possess at the point of their graduation.
  
  The programme learning outcomes are as follows:

  PLO1	Engineering Knowledge: Apply fundamental knowledge of science, engineering, mathematics, and computing, with an engineering focus in developing solutions to complex engineering problems.
  PLO2	Problem Analysis: Identify, study, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems based on systematic approach and leading to authenticated conclusions, with holistic considerations for sustainable development.
  PLO3	Design/Development of Solutions: Devise creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs by taking into consideration cost-effectiveness, public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon as well as resource, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  PLO4	Investigation: Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research methods including research-based knowledge, including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
  PLO5	Modern Tool Usage: Apply original engineering techniques and state of the art engineering and IT resources to model, simulate and analyse complex engineering problems within the relevant constraints and range of validity.
  PLO6	The Engineer and Society: Apply appropriate knowledge in the evaluation and assessment of subject matters pertinent to the professional engineering practice with considerations of public health and safety, community welfare and cultural perspectives as well as legal, moral and ethical responsibilities.
  PLO7	Environmental and Sustainability: Recognise the significance of sustainable development when devising professional solutions to engineering problems with a clear understanding and pro-active considerations of economy and environmental concerns as well as needs for eco-friendly continual growth for local and global community.
  PLO8	Ethics: Apply professional virtues and principles with strong commitment to moral and ethical responsibilities, demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion, and adhere to the relevant national and international laws.
  PLO9	Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, taking into account cultural, language, and learning differences.
  PLO10	Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and in multidisciplinary, face to face, remote and distributed settings.
  PLO11	Life Long Learning: Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.
  PLO12	Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

  
  

  Mapping between PEOs and PLOs are as follows:

  PLO1

  PLO2

  PLO3

  PLO4

  PLO5

  PLO6

  PLO7

  PLO8

  PLO9

  PLO10

  PLO11

  PLO12

  PEO1

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

  PEO2

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

  PEO3

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

  ✓

• Programme Learning Outcome (after February 2025 intake)
  The Programme Learning Outcomes refer to the attributes that students should possess at the point of their graduation.
  
  The programme learning outcomes are as follows:

  PLO1	Engineering Knowledge: Apply fundamental knowledge of science, engineering, mathematics, and computing, with an engineering focus in developing solutions to complex engineering problems.
  PLO2	Problem Analysis: Identify, study, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems based on systematic approach and leading to authenticated conclusions, with holistic considerations for sustainable development.
  PLO3	Design/Development of Solutions: Devise creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs by taking into consideration cost-effectiveness, public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon as well as resource, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  PLO4	Investigation: Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research methods including research-based knowledge, including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
  PLO5	Tool Usage: Apply original engineering techniques and state of the art engineering and IT resources to model, simulate and analyse complex engineering problems within the relevant constraints and range of validity.
  PLO6	The Engineer and the World: Analyse and evaluate sustainable development impacts to society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment, in solving complex engineering problems.
  PLO7	Ethics: Apply professional virtues and principles with strong commitment to moral and ethical responsibilities, demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion, and adhere to the relevant national and international laws.
  PLO8	Individual and Collaborative Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and in multidisciplinary, face to face, remote and distributed settings.
  PLO9	Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, taking into account cultural, language, and learning differences.
  PLO10	Project Management and Finance: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
  PLO11	Life Long Learning: Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.

  
  

  Mapping between PEOs and PLOs are as follows:

  	PLO1	PLO2	PLO3	PLO4	PLO5	PLO6	PLO7	PLO8	PLO9	PLO10	PLO11
  PEO1	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
  PEO2								✓	✓	✓
  PEO3						✓	✓				✓

  
  
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• Contact Us
  For technical enquiries on the course, please contact:
  
  Assistant Professor Dr. Lee Yu Jen
  E-mail: leeyj@utar.edu.my
  Tel: 05-468 8888 ext: 4481
  
  For general course enquiry, please contact us via our programme promotion team.