Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus (JPT/BPP/1000-801/67/Jld.2(36) KPT/JPS/DFT/US/B21)

No. 1, Jalan Taylor’s, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Tel : 603-5629 5000 Fax : 603-5629 5333

E-mail : postgraduate@taylors.edu.my

www.taylors.edu.my/tgs

Taylor’s Graduate School

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ENQUIRIESCounselling hours for course enquiries are between 8.30 am – 6.00 pm from Monday to Friday

MASTER OF SCIENCEIN ENGINEERINGBe a Leader in Innovative Engineering Research

2012

At Taylor’s University we are constantly aspiring towards a culture of academic excellence while at the same time ensuring our students receive a well-rounded education. From humble roots when we started in 1969, our founders had a vision of an institution that is synonymous with teaching excellence and capable of producing students with highest merits. This philosophy is practiced at every level of our organisation from our teaching faculty to management of campus facilities and last but not least into the psyche of our students so that they are armed with the right knowledge to make their mark in their respective career fields.

FIRST MODERN TROPICAL UNIVERSITY CAMPUS - Integrated Campus Experience

Our award winning* campus is set on 27 acres of tropical greenery and built around a 5.5 acre lake. It addresses the needs of traditional and non-conventional students through an integrated community that is ecological and conducive for learning and leisure. This campus boasts world-class educational facilities and amenities that prioritises the needs of our students. Students can take advantage of the amenities offered including a student accommodations, our own hotel called Reumz, clinic, banks, food outlets, convenience stores, student life centre, sports arena and multi-purpose hall. There are also general learning resources such as a library, computer labs, lecture theatres and laboratories.

*2011 Gold Award in Category 5 (Education) by PAM (Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia) & 2011 Global Interior Design Award

TAYLOR’S LAKESIDE CAMPUS UNIVERSITY AWARD

Putra BrandAwards 2011 - Gold

Putra BrandAwards 2010 - Gold

Student ChoiceAward 2009- Most Popular College/University

Student ChoiceAward 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Business/Accounting Management

Student ChoiceAward 2009 - Most Popular College/ University- Hospitality & Tourism

Student Choice Award 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Pre University Studies

Readers’ Digest Trusted Brand - Gold

Student Choice Award 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Engineering

The School of Engineering has a tradition of active contribution and involvement in research and development activities at both the staff and student levels. CERD is established primarily to streamline, increase and promote research activities and outcomes. This centre provides support for individuals who are interested to innovate and pursue research in chemical, electrical & electronic and mechanical engineering.

CENTRE OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (CERD)

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

Taylor’s School of Engineering (SOE) offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in chemical, electrical & electronic and mechanical engineering. We offer a well balanced curriculum, backed by a group of highly qualified academics who possess multidisciplinary research strengths in the fields of aerodynamics, aerothermodynamics, biomedical engineering, vibration, liquid mixing, flow visualisation, embedded system, Application Specific Integrated Circuit design, membrane technology, biochemical engineering and modelling, biosorption, environmental engineering and engineering education. Our peer-reviewed Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (JESTEC) has been indexed by Scopus, thus affirming our commitment to generate and disseminate new knowledge. We are the first and only Malaysian university to be accepted into the prestigious global CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) Initiative, an innovative educational programme for producing the next generation of engineering leaders. SOE

houses the Taylor’s Technology Innovation Centre (TTIC), which is set up to enable industry to tap into the rich expertise within the School.

We are highly skilled in the art of innovation, regularly conducting workshops and consultancies for companies that want to implement a successful culture of innovation. Our strong industry linkages enable us to get involved in many industrial projects where theory comes to life. Such engagement not only allows us to strengthen our curriculum with the element of experiential learning, but also gives our faculty members many opportunities to share their expertise with the industry via consultancy. Through TTIC, SOE aims to motivate and groom our students to become successful technopreneurs.

SOE has a tradition of attracting research grants from various sources to support and facilitate different research project activities.

At Taylor’s University we are constantly aspiring towards a culture of academic excellence while at the same time ensuring our students receive a well-rounded education. From humble roots when we started in 1969, our founders had a vision of an institution that is synonymous with teaching excellence and capable of producing students with highest merits. This philosophy is practiced at every level of our organisation from our teaching faculty to management of campus facilities and last but not least into the psyche of our students so that they are armed with the right knowledge to make their mark in their respective career fields.

FIRST MODERN TROPICAL UNIVERSITY CAMPUS - Integrated Campus Experience

Our award winning* campus is set on 27 acres of tropical greenery and built around a 5.5 acre lake. It addresses the needs of traditional and non-conventional students through an integrated community that is ecological and conducive for learning and leisure. This campus boasts world-class educational facilities and amenities that prioritises the needs of our students. Students can take advantage of the amenities offered including a student accommodations, our own hotel called Reumz, clinic, banks, food outlets, convenience stores, student life centre, sports arena and multi-purpose hall. There are also general learning resources such as a library, computer labs, lecture theatres and laboratories.

*2011 Gold Award in Category 5 (Education) by PAM (Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia) & 2011 Global Interior Design Award

TAYLOR’S LAKESIDE CAMPUS UNIVERSITY AWARD

Putra BrandAwards 2011 - Gold

Putra BrandAwards 2010 - Gold

Student ChoiceAward 2009- Most Popular College/University

Student ChoiceAward 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Business/Accounting Management

Student ChoiceAward 2009 - Most Popular College/ University- Hospitality & Tourism

Student Choice Award 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Pre University Studies

Readers’ Digest Trusted Brand - Gold

Student Choice Award 2009 - Most Popular College/University- Engineering

The School of Engineering has a tradition of active contribution and involvement in research and development activities at both the staff and student levels. CERD is established primarily to streamline, increase and promote research activities and outcomes. This centre provides support for individuals who are interested to innovate and pursue research in chemical, electrical & electronic and mechanical engineering.

CENTRE OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (CERD)

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

Taylor’s School of Engineering (SOE) offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in chemical, electrical & electronic and mechanical engineering. We offer a well balanced curriculum, backed by a group of highly qualified academics who possess multidisciplinary research strengths in the fields of aerodynamics, aerothermodynamics, biomedical engineering, vibration, liquid mixing, flow visualisation, embedded system, Application Specific Integrated Circuit design, membrane technology, biochemical engineering and modelling, biosorption, environmental engineering and engineering education. Our peer-reviewed Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (JESTEC) has been indexed by Scopus, thus affirming our commitment to generate and disseminate new knowledge. We are the first and only Malaysian university to be accepted into the prestigious global CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) Initiative, an innovative educational programme for producing the next generation of engineering leaders. SOE

houses the Taylor’s Technology Innovation Centre (TTIC), which is set up to enable industry to tap into the rich expertise within the School.

We are highly skilled in the art of innovation, regularly conducting workshops and consultancies for companies that want to implement a successful culture of innovation. Our strong industry linkages enable us to get involved in many industrial projects where theory comes to life. Such engagement not only allows us to strengthen our curriculum with the element of experiential learning, but also gives our faculty members many opportunities to share their expertise with the industry via consultancy. Through TTIC, SOE aims to motivate and groom our students to become successful technopreneurs.

SOE has a tradition of attracting research grants from various sources to support and facilitate different research project activities.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The Master of Science in Engineering is a one-year research programme. It prepares students to advance their careers in the industry, research and development and teaching, as well as pursue a PhD. Graduates of this programme will be skilled at conducting independent research.

The Master of Science in Engineering is a research based programme. Students are required to take one taught module, that is, Scientific Research Practices and Entrepreneurship. The details of this module are described below.

KEY RESEARCH AREAS

• Aerodynamics

• Aeronautics

• Airplane and Missile Design

• Artificial Intelligence

• Biotechnology

• Computational Fluid Mechanics (CFD)

• COMSOL Multiphysics Modelling

• Drying Technology

• Engineering Education

• Enzyme Kinetics

• Flow Visualisation

• Food Processing

• Heat Transfer

• High Speed Flow

• Mixing

• Panel Method

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this programme are in line with the Malaysian government’s aim to spur industrial research and development activities. Through the programme, students will be able to demonstrate their ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Specifically, they will learn how to:

• Identify and craft the research question

• Use appropriate research methods to address the research question

• Execute the chosen research methodology

• Prepare and present research findings in a format that is appropriate to their academic discipline

• Report research findings through a high quality master’s thesis

KPT / JPS ( N / 520 / 7 / 0017 ) 07 / 16

MINIMUM DURATIONMODE OF STUDY MAXIMUM DURATION

FULL TIME

PART TIME

1 year

2 years

4 years

6 years

Scientific Research Practices and Entrepreneurship

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING

• Separation Technology

• Shadowgraph Technique in Natural Convection

• Smart, Safe and Security

• Sonication and Esterification Study

• Stability and Control of Airplane and Missiles

• Turbulence Modelling

• Vibration

• Very-Large-Scale Integration (VLSI)

This course begins with an exposition of the characteristics of what a critical analysis of literature research must possess at the graduate level. Then, a synthesis and documentation of the information gathered will be conducted as it is of paramount importance for any success in understanding the landscape of the existing knowledge boundary. Working closely with their respective supervisors, students are expected to narrow their thesis problem statement without losing sight of its significance. Once the present domain specific knowledge is fairly well-understood,

a comparison between the different channels of communications, such as journal publications, conference proceedings, expository magazines and poster presentations will be expounded. Subsequently, the course will focus on research ethics and regulations for experiments involving human and animal specimens to prepare students‘ selection and execution of domain specific research methodology. This is followed by a forum discussion on sourcing research funding internally and externally. Finally, basic aspects of commercialisation will be explained.

Part-time students who are confident of graduating in two years should register for full-time status at the end of the first year.

Extension of candidature beyond the maximum period is only possible with the approval of the Senate and the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

*For more research area kindly contact Taylor’s Graduate School (TGS)

at 603-5629 5000 (EXT: 5335) or email postgraduate@taylors.edu.my

March and AugustINTAKE

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The Master of Science in Engineering is a one-year research programme. It prepares students to advance their careers in the industry, research and development and teaching, as well as pursue a PhD. Graduates of this programme will be skilled at conducting independent research.

The Master of Science in Engineering is a research based programme. Students are required to take one taught module, that is, Scientific Research Practices and Entrepreneurship. The details of this module are described below.

KEY RESEARCH AREAS

• Aerodynamics

• Aeronautics

• Airplane and Missile Design

• Artificial Intelligence

• Biotechnology

• Computational Fluid Mechanics (CFD)

• COMSOL Multiphysics Modelling

• Drying Technology

• Engineering Education

• Enzyme Kinetics

• Flow Visualisation

• Food Processing

• Heat Transfer

• High Speed Flow

• Mixing

• Panel Method

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The objectives of this programme are in line with the Malaysian government’s aim to spur industrial research and development activities. Through the programme, students will be able to demonstrate their ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques to their chosen field of study. Specifically, they will learn how to:

• Identify and craft the research question

• Use appropriate research methods to address the research question

• Execute the chosen research methodology

• Prepare and present research findings in a format that is appropriate to their academic discipline

• Report research findings through a high quality master’s thesis

KPT / JPS ( N / 520 / 7 / 0017 ) 07 / 16

MINIMUM DURATIONMODE OF STUDY MAXIMUM DURATION

FULL TIME

PART TIME

1 year

2 years

4 years

6 years

Scientific Research Practices and Entrepreneurship

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING

• Separation Technology

• Shadowgraph Technique in Natural Convection

• Smart, Safe and Security

• Sonication and Esterification Study

• Stability and Control of Airplane and Missiles

• Turbulence Modelling

• Vibration

• Very-Large-Scale Integration (VLSI)

This course begins with an exposition of the characteristics of what a critical analysis of literature research must possess at the graduate level. Then, a synthesis and documentation of the information gathered will be conducted as it is of paramount importance for any success in understanding the landscape of the existing knowledge boundary. Working closely with their respective supervisors, students are expected to narrow their thesis problem statement without losing sight of its significance. Once the present domain specific knowledge is fairly well-understood,

a comparison between the different channels of communications, such as journal publications, conference proceedings, expository magazines and poster presentations will be expounded. Subsequently, the course will focus on research ethics and regulations for experiments involving human and animal specimens to prepare students‘ selection and execution of domain specific research methodology. This is followed by a forum discussion on sourcing research funding internally and externally. Finally, basic aspects of commercialisation will be explained.

Part-time students who are confident of graduating in two years should register for full-time status at the end of the first year.

Extension of candidature beyond the maximum period is only possible with the approval of the Senate and the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

*For more research area kindly contact Taylor’s Graduate School (TGS)

at 603-5629 5000 (EXT: 5335) or email postgraduate@taylors.edu.my

March and AugustINTAKE

STEPS TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Ensure that you meet admission criteria

Identify your research interest area and potential supervisor. A list of the supervisor is available here

Write a research proposal

Submit your application to Taylor’s Graduate School

A recognised Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Engineering or Science*

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Students may elect to convert their Master of Science programme to the PhD programme after one year of study. Candidates must demonstrate outstanding work such as publications or creation of intellectual property which extends existing boundary of knowledge.

CONVERSION TO PhD CANDIDACY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

*subject to approval by School’s Postgraduate Committee

Sound English language skills are required for the Master’s programme. Prospective students must meet at least one of the following English language requirements:

• Successful completion of tertiary studies conducted entirely in English including formal assessment of written work

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum total score of 550 and a score of at least 4.5 in TWE (written English)

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with an overall score of 6.0 or equivalent

• Other qualifications approved by the Senate of Taylor's University

Fully documented evidence in support of English language requirements must be submitted with the admission application form. Prospective students who are unable to meet any of the above English language requirements may be admitted conditionally subject to attendance in a full-time English programme at Taylor’s Language Centre. The cost of attending such a programme will be borne by the students.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Incomplete application forms will not be processed by Taylor’s Graduate School (TGS). Complete applications are forwarded to the respective Schools (Postgraduate Committee) for approval. If the application is successful, you will be assigned a supervisor and TGS will issue an offer letter.

Note:

All information is correct at time of printing (November 2011) and is subject to change. Please refer to www.taylors.edu.my/en/university/entry_requirements for full details of admission requirements

Note:

DISCLAIMER: The information in this booklet is correct as of November 2011. Changes in circumstances after this date may alter the accuracy or currency of the information. Taylor’s University reserves the right to alter any matter described in this booklet without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the University.

FACULTY PROFILE

Associate Professor Dr. Marwan ShamelPhD in Biochemical Engineering, University of Malaya, Malaysia

Dr. Abdulkareem MahdiPhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Technology Baghdad, Iraq

Associate Professor Dr. Mushtak Al-AtabiPhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Sheffield, UK

Dr. Mushtak Al - Atabi is the Dean of Taylor’s School of Engineering. He has concluded successful research on the flow of bile in human cystic duct, blood flow in the human heart, wing tip sails on wing performance and synthetic jets. He has well established memberships with research groups in the UK, Australia and Japan, and is a professional member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, International Association of Engineers, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and International Solar Energy Society. Dr. Mushtak serves as editor-in-chief of the School of Engineering’s Journal of Engineering Science and Technology.

Dr. Marwan Shamel is the Programme Director of Taylor’s School of Engineering’s chemical engineering department and the Associate Dean for Research and Development. His areas of expertise are removal of pollution from fresh water, porosity measurement and engineering education. Dr. Marwan is an associate member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and has served as an academic fellow in University of Birmingham’s Faculty of Engineering since 2007.

Dr. Abdulkareem Mahdi has 20 years of experience in the field of mechanical engineering. He excels in the area of predicting aerodynamic coefficients and aerothermodynamics. He has also mastered experimental aerodynamics and the design of wind tunnels. His research interests include aerodynamics, flight mechanics, stability, control and guidance. Dr. Abdulkareem serves as executive editor of the School of Engineering’s Journal of Engineering Science and Technology.

Professor Dr. Paul Ratnamahilan HooleD.Phil. Engineering, University of Oxford, UK

Prof. Paul Hoole specialises in the fundamental principles of electrical and electronic engineering applied to telecommunication, biomedical, electric power, safety and security systems and devices. He has published several research papers in leading engineering journals in USA and Japan, as well as a few books on signal processing, electromagnetic imaging and engineering electromagnetics. He is currently working on the second draft of a book (Volume 1) called Reference Book on Engineering Electromagnetics in Telecommunications, Biomedical, Power, Security and Electronic Systems (UK).

Prof. Hoole’s research interests address three interdisciplinary areas: wireless and mobile technology in communications, biomedical, remote sensing and fast moving safety/security systems; bioelectromagnetics and medical diagnostic/treatment systems; and new micro/nano-electromechanical systems (M/NEMS) and electrostatic discharge (ESD). His work aims to bring out new digital devices, virtual instruments and systems, as well as new computer software algorithms and tools for high impact technology. Prof. Hoole is a life member of both Wolfson College, University of Oxford (UK) and Electromagnetics Academy of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (USA), as well as a life fellow of Wessex Institute of Technology (UK).

http://www.taylors.edu.my/en/university/schools/graduate/programmes/master_of_science_in_engineering/faculty_profile

Dr. Tirunelveli Narayana Pillai PadmeshPhD in Chemical Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, India

Dr. Tirunelveli Narayana Pillai Padmesh’s research interests include bioabsorption, biodegradation, bioaccumulation and its environmental impact and environmental microbiology and biotechnology. He is the executive editor of the School of Engineering’s Journal of Engineering Science and Technology.

Dr. Mohammad HosseiniPhD in Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia

Dr. Mohammad Hosseini is an expert in the field of vibration, with research interests in sound and vibration source identification and insulation; machine condition monitoring; acoustic materials; human sound and vibration comfort; ergonomics and environmental acoustics. Dr. Mohammad has published his work in several highly acclaimed journals.

Dr. Obai Younis Taha ElaminPhD in Mechanical Engineering, Univesitat Rovira I Virgili, Spain

Dr. Obai Younis Taha Elamin pursues extensive research in thermofluid mechanics. He is an expert in computational fluid dynamics CFD, natural convection heat transfer and shadowgraph techniques.

Dr. Soundarajan KrishnanPhD in Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India

Dr. Soundarajan Krishnan focuses on research in the areas of fluidisation, air pollution control, water and waste water treatment and heat transfer.

Dr. Florence Choong Chiao MeiPhD in Engineering, Multimedia University Malaysia

Dr. Florence Choong started her career at Telekom Malaysia (TM), where she worked for three years in various departments, such as networking, IT, quality assurance and customer service. Passionate about research and education, she moved into academia in 2005. Dr. Choong has authored and co-authored numerous conference papers and articles in international journals on topics that include power quality, very-large-scale integration (VLSI) system design and artificial intelligence. Her research interests are in the areas of artificial intelligence and VLSI design. She has contributed her knowledge and expertise in these two areas through consultancy work.

Dr. Chong Chien HwaPhD in Engineering, University of Nottingham

Dr. Chong Chien Hwa is an accomplished researcher, whose research work on fruit drying methods have been published in several international journals, namely Journal of Food Engineering, Drying Technology and ASEAN Journal of Chemical Engineering. He has also written a book chapter on the topic of drying exotic fruits. In addition, he serves as a reviewer for a number of renowned journals, such as the Journal of Food Engineering, Journal of Food Science and Technology, Journal of Food, Agriculture and Environment, Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia and Scientific Research and Essays. He is an associate member of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and a graduate member of the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM).

http://www.taylors.edu.my/en/university/schools/graduate/programmes/master_of_science_in_engineering/faculty_profile

STEPS TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Ensure that you meet admission criteria

Identify your research interest area and potential supervisor. A list of the supervisor is available here

Write a research proposal

Submit your application to Taylor’s Graduate School

A recognised Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Engineering or Science*

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Students may elect to convert their Master of Science programme to the PhD programme after one year of study. Candidates must demonstrate outstanding work such as publications or creation of intellectual property which extends existing boundary of knowledge.

CONVERSION TO PhD CANDIDACY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

*subject to approval by School’s Postgraduate Committee

Sound English language skills are required for the Master’s programme. Prospective students must meet at least one of the following English language requirements:

• Successful completion of tertiary studies conducted entirely in English including formal assessment of written work

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum total score of 550 and a score of at least 4.5 in TWE (written English)

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with an overall score of 6.0 or equivalent

• Other qualifications approved by the Senate of Taylor's University

Fully documented evidence in support of English language requirements must be submitted with the admission application form. Prospective students who are unable to meet any of the above English language requirements may be admitted conditionally subject to attendance in a full-time English programme at Taylor’s Language Centre. The cost of attending such a programme will be borne by the students.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Incomplete application forms will not be processed by Taylor’s Graduate School (TGS). Complete applications are forwarded to the respective Schools (Postgraduate Committee) for approval. If the application is successful, you will be assigned a supervisor and TGS will issue an offer letter.

Note:

All information is correct at time of printing (November 2011) and is subject to change. Please refer to www.taylors.edu.my/en/university/entry_requirements for full details of admission requirements

Note:

DISCLAIMER: The information in this booklet is correct as of November 2011. Changes in circumstances after this date may alter the accuracy or currency of the information. Taylor’s University reserves the right to alter any matter described in this booklet without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the University.

Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus (JPT/BPP/1000-801/67/Jld.2(36) KPT/JPS/DFT/US/B21)

No. 1, Jalan Taylor’s, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Tel : 603-5629 5000 Fax : 603-5629 5333

E-mail : postgraduate@taylors.edu.my

www.taylors.edu.my/tgs

Taylor’s Graduate School

Facebook.com/TaylorsGraduateSchool

ENQUIRIESCounselling hours for course enquiries are between 8.30 am – 6.00 pm from Monday to Friday

MASTER OF SCIENCEIN ENGINEERINGBe a Leader in Innovative Engineering Research

2012