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UNIVERSITI TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN Faculty of Information, Communication & Technology (FICT) Perak Campus, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Barat, 31900 Kampar, Perak, Malaysia .

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[This questionnaire is to be completed by the interns. Kindly complete Section A to Section I.

Please return the completed questionnaire to the visiting academic.]

Section A: Intern’s Particulars

Name:

Gender:

Contact Number:

E-mail:

University:

Faculty:

Department:

Course of Study:

Adviser / Head of

Department:

Duration of Internship:

Date of Visit:

Time of Visit:

Comments:

Student’s Signature:


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Section B: Supervisor’s Particulars

Name:

Designation:

Contact Number:

E-mail:

Job Position:


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Section C: Please rate the level of each measure taken by you to impart and/or to

provide the evidence of possession of skills to employers. For each item, please rate

from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)

1. Properly prepared CV

2.

Attending training courses using own funds

3. University job fairs

4. Register with job centres

5. Others [Please state:]

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Section D: Please rate the level of Job Focus of your company. For each item, please rate

from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)

Job Focus

1. Technical/end user support

2. Computer programming

3. Networking

4. Database design/development

5. Web design/development

6. Information management

7. Systems analysis/design

8. Information security

9. Information management and security

10. E-commerce

11. Others: [Please State]

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Section E: Please rate the level of importance given to each transferable skill for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)

Basic Skills

1. Oral communication (speaking, listening)

2. Writing

3. Reading (understanding and following instructions)

4. Basic arithmetic

Higher-Order Thinking Skills

5. Problem solving

6. Creative and innovative thinking

7. Learning skills

8. Decision making

Affective Skills and Traits

9. Responsibility/dependability

10. Positive attitude towards work

11. Interpersonal skills

12. Cooperation

13. Working as a team member

14. Punctuality

15. Conscientiousness

16. Efficiency

17. Self-confidence / Positive-image

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18. Ability to work without supervision

19. Adaptability/flexibility

20. Enthusiasm

21. Motivation

22. Self-discipline / Self-management

23. Appropriate Dressing/grooming

24. Honesty

25. Integrity

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Section F: Please rate the level of importance given to each technical skill for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)

Programming Environments, Methodologies or Tool Skills

1. Database languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL)

2. Java

3. Application servers (e.g., WebSphere, WebLogic)

4. Application lifecycle management

5. C/C++

6. PHP

7. Java Platforms (e.g., Java Enterprise Edition, SE)

8. Microsoft .NET Framework

9. z/OS internals (e.g., system error codes, ECB)

10. COBOL

Programming and Administration Skills

11. Backup/recovery

12. Storage administration

13. Disaster recovery

14 Security Deployment and Administration

15 Performance analysis

16. Network administration

17. Diagnostics and remediation

18. Capacity planning

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19. Debugging

20. Virtualization

21. Batch processing

22. Web administration

23. FTP

24. Infrastructure Library (ITIL)/IT service management

25. Transaction management

Business Analysis and Architectural Skills

26. Project management skills

27. Analytics/business intelligence

28. Enterprise architecture

29. Business analysis

30. Systems analysis

31. Data modeling skills

32. Others: [Please state]

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Section G: Please rate the level of importance given to each cognitive ability and practical ability for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)

Computing-related cognitive abilities

1. Knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to computing and computer applications

2. The use of such knowledge and understanding in the modelling and design of computer-based systems for the purposes of comprehension, communication, prediction and the understanding of trade-offs

3. Recognise and analyse criteria and specifications appropriate to specific problems and plan strategies for their solution

4. Analyse the extent to which a computer based-system meets the criteria defined for its current use and future development

5. Deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of computer-based systems

6. Recognise the legal, social, ethical and professional issues involved in the exploitation of computer technology and be guided by the adoption of appropriate professional, ethical and legal practices

7. Knowledge and understanding of the commercial and economic context of the development, use and maintenance of information systems

8. Knowledge and understanding of the management techniques which may be used to achieve objectives within a computing context

9. Knowledge and understanding of information security issues in relation to the design, development and the use of information systems

10. Knowledge and understanding of the methods and issues involved in deploying systems to meet business goals

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11. Knowledge and understanding of methods, techniques and tools for information modelling, management and security

12. Knowledge and understanding of systems architecture and related technologies for developing information systems

13. Knowledge and understanding of the use of scientific and engineering principles in the creation, use and support of information systems for the solution of practical problems, founded on appropriate scientific and technological disciplines

14 Knowledge and understanding of mathematical principles necessary to underpin their programme of study and the ability to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations proficiently in the analysis and solution to problems

15 Knowledge and understanding of the principles of computational modelling used for the comprehension of scientific and engineering phenomena

16 A knowledge of mathematics necessary to support the application of key engineering principles

17 Understanding of the principles of managing computing processes

18 Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the knowledge of the domain of their programme of study, with depth being achieved in particular areas. This should include the foundations of the discipline and/or issues at the forefront of professional practice in the discipline; it should also include an understanding of the role of these in contributing to the effective design, implementation and usability of relevant computerbased systems

19 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the essential principles and practices of the domain of the programme of study including current standards, processes, principles of quality and the most appropriate software support; the reasons for their relevance to the discipline and/or professional practice in the discipline; and an ability to apply these

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20 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework within which they would have to operate as professionals in their area of study

21 A systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights in the development and implementation of systems, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of their field of study

22 A comprehensive understanding of the state-of-the-art techniques and methodologies for developing systems

23 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework as professionals in systems, software or information engineering

24 A systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights in the area of computing science research, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of their field of study

25 A comprehensive understanding of the scientific techniques applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship

26 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework in computing science

Computing-related practical abilities

27. Specify, design or construct computer based Systems

28. Evaluate systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade-offs presented within the given problem

29. Recognise any risks or safety aspects that may be involved in the operation of computing equipment within a given context

30. Deploy effectively the tools used for the construction and documentation of computer applications, with particular emphasis on understanding the whole process involved in the effective deployment of computers to solve practical problems

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31. Use appropriate theoretical and practical processes to specify and deploy, verify and maintain information systems, including working with technical uncertainty

32. Define a problem, research its background, identify constraints, understand customer and user needs, identify and manage cost drivers, ensure fitness for purpose and manage the design process and evaluate outcomes

33. Apply the principles, methods and tools of systems design to develop information systems that meet business needs

34. Apply the principles of appropriate supporting engineering and scientific disciplines

35. The ability to deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the specification, design and implementation of computer-based systems according to customer and user needs and use innovation and creativity in a practical context

36. The ability to evaluate systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade-offs presented within the given problem

37. consistently produce work which applies and is informed by research at the forefront of the developments in the domain of the programme of study; this should demonstrate critical evaluation of aspects of the domain

38. demonstrate the ability to apply the principles and practices of the discipline in tackling a significant technical problem; the solution should demonstrate a sound justification for the approach adopted as well as a self-critical evaluation of effectiveness but also a sense of vision about the direction of developments in aspects of the discipline

39. Develop and apply new technologies

40. Show originality and innovation in the application of knowledge and techniques for developing systems

41. Make general evaluations of commercial risk through some understanding of the basis of such risks

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42. Show critical awareness of current research issues, problems and/or insights

43. Show an ability to apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative research methods and tools for creating and interpreting knowledge in the field

44 Make general evaluations of scientific risk through some understanding of the basis of such risks

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Section H: What kind of transferable skills did you acquire from your industrial training? Kindly check the “Y” radio button if you had acquired such skill during your industrial training or check “N” if you had not acquired such skill during your industrial training.

Basic Skills

1. Oral communication (speaking, listening) Yes No

2. Writing Yes No

3. Reading (understanding and following instructions)

Yes No

4. Basic arithmetic Yes No

Higher-Order Thinking Skills

5. Problem solving Yes No

6. Creative and innovative thinking Yes No

7. Learning skills Yes No

8. Decision making Yes No

Affective Skills and Traits

9. Responsibility/dependability Yes No

10. Positive attitude towards work Yes No

11. Interpersonal skills Yes No

12. Cooperation Yes No

13. Working as a team member Yes No

14. Punctuality Yes No

15. Conscientiousness Yes No

16. Efficiency Yes No

17. Self-confidence / Positive-image Yes No

Y N

Y N

Y N

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Y N

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Y N

Y N

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Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N


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18. Ability to work without supervision Yes No

19. Adaptability/flexibility Yes No

20. Enthusiasm Yes No

21. Motivation Yes No

22. Self-discipline / Self-management Yes No

23. Appropriate Dressing/grooming Yes No

24. Honesty Yes No

25. Integrity Yes No

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Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

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Y N


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Section I: What kind of technical skill did you acquire from your industrial training? Kindly check the “Y” radio button if you had acquired such skill during your industrial training or check “N” if you have not acquired such skill during your industrial training.

Programming Environments, Methodologies or Tool Skills

1. Database languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL) Yes No

2. Java Yes No

3. Application servers (e.g., WebSphere, WebLogic)

Yes No

4. Application lifecycle management Yes No

5. C/C++ Yes No

6. PHP Yes No

7. Java Platforms (e.g., Java Enterprise Edition, SE)

Yes No

8. Microsoft .NET Framework Yes No

9. z/OS internals (e.g., system error codes, ECB)

Yes No

10. COBOL Yes No

Programming and Administration Skills

11. Backup/recovery Yes No

12. Storage administration Yes No

13. Disaster recovery Yes No

14 Security Deployment and Administration Yes No

15 Performance analysis Yes No

16. Network administration Yes No

17. Diagnostics and remediation Yes No

18. Capacity planning Yes No

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

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19. Debugging Yes No

20. Virtualization Yes No

21. Batch processing Yes No

22. Web administration Yes No

23. FTP Yes No

24. Infrastructure Library (ITIL)/IT service management

Yes No

25. Transaction management Yes No

Business Analysis and Architectural Skills

26. Project management skills Yes No

27. Analytics/business intelligence Yes No

28. Enterprise architecture Yes No

29. Business analysis Yes No

30. Systems analysis Yes No

31. Data modeling skills Yes No

32. Others: [Please state] Yes No

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

Y N

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Y N

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THANK YOU


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Definitions of the various Skills and Traits

Skills and Traits Definition

Interpersonal Skills The skills that a person uses to interact with other people

(Interpersonal skills - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

Cooperation 1) The action of cooperating : common effort

2) Association of persons for common benefit

(Merriam Webster Dictionary)

Conscientious 1) governed by or conforming to the dictates of conscience : scrupulous

2) meticulous, careful


Efficiency The quality or degree of being efficient


Punctuality Being on time


Adaptable Capable of being or becoming adapted


Flexible Characterized by a ready capability to adapt to new, different, or changing

requirements


Enthusiasm 1) strong excitement of feeling

2) something inspiring zeal or fervor


Motivation The act or process of motivating


Self-discipline Correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement


Self-management In business, education, and psychology, self-management refers to

methods, skills, and strategies by which individuals can effectively direct

their own activities toward the achievement of objectives, and includes

goal setting, decision making, focusing, planning, scheduling, task

tracking, self-evaluation, self-intervention, self-development, etc.


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(Self-management - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

Honesty 1) fairness and straightforwardness of conduct

2) adherence to the facts : sincerity


Integrity Firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values :

incorruptibility


Self-confidence Self-assuredness in one's personal judgment, ability, power, etc

(Self-confidence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, 2011)

Transferable skills certain personal abilities of an individual, which can be taken from one

job role to another, used within any profession and at any stage of his/her

career.

(Cox, S., & King, D. (2006))

References: Self-confidence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (2011, October 5). Retrieved October 6,

2011, from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-confidence

Self-management - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (n.d.). Retrieved September 27, 2011,

from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia web site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-

management

Merriam Webster Dictionary. (n.d.). Retrieved September 27, 2011, from Merriam Webster:

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary

Cox, S., & King, D. (2006). Skill sets: an approach to embed employability in course design.

Education + Training , 48 (4), 262 - 274.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary

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