- Head of Schools and Coordinator
- Introduction
- Wood Industry
- PD007/PD008– Pre Diploma Science
- AS120 - Diploma in Science
- AS117 - Diploma In Wood Industry
- AS247 - Bachelor of Science (Honors) Furniture Technology
- AS255 - Bachelor of Science (Honors) Biodiversity Management
- Staff Directory
Head of Schools and Coordinator
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Dr. Wan Aizuddin bin Wan Razali Ketua Pusat Pengajian Sains Gunaan Email : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Dr. Nurul Husna binti Mohd Hassan Ketua Pusat Pengajian Industri Perkayuan Email : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Introduction
The Faculty of Applied Science is one of the university's core science and technology faculties. The faculties strives to continuously provide a dynamic environment that seeks to foster academic innovations and excellence in teaching, learning and research. In all of our activities, be it teaching, research or outreach, we aim to operate with a forward-thinking, results-oriented and community-responsive approach - in persuit of realising our vision of becoming a premier institution in science and technology .
Wood Industry
Background
FACULTY/SCHOOL: Faculty of Applied Sciences/ School of Wood Industry
ANCHOR PROGRAM: Diploma in Wood Industry (AS117)
Bachelor of Science (Honors) Furniture Technology (AS247)
Study Duration:
Diploma : 3 years
Bachelor : 2 years (AS117 students)
: 3 years (Matriculation & other Diploma)
Development History:
Diploma in Wood Industry
-1973 (UiTM Shah Alam)
-1995 (offered in Jengka Campus)
Bachelor of Science (Honors) Furniture Technology
- 1995 (UiTM Shah Alam)
- 2009 (transferred to Jengka Campus)
Introduction
- Diploma in Wood Industry (AS117) and Bachelor of Science (Honors) Furniture Technology (AS247) are the Anchor Campus for Faculty of Applied Sciences.
- The program curriculum was designed for student preparation in their career progression, competing with other programs and to have high employability.
- There are 3 main workshops available in the campus; Primary Workshop (Processing), Secondary Workshop (Composite) and Tertiary Workshop (Furniture Manufacturing) to fulfill the teaching and learning processes in this program.
- Sri Gading Camp – Learning forest for students practical and hands on training.
- DIP Laboratory, Pulp and Paper Laboratory and Auto CAD Laboratory – completed with learning facilities that relevant with industry needs.
Career Prospect
- Research Officer
- Science Officer
- Assistant Research Officer
- Laboratory Manager
- Furniture Designer
- Entrepreneur
- Furniture / Wood Industry
- Lecturers
- Pulp and Paper Industry
PD007/PD008– Pre Diploma Science
PROGRAMME PROFILE | Pre-diploma science programme is focusing on basic sciences and mathematics. The minimum duration of this programme is one semester which can be extended to two semesters depending on the student’s performance. The courses offered are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English. Graduates with Pre-Diploma may further their education in any science and technology based diploma programmes in UiTM offered by various faculties such as Applied Sciences, Allied Health, Pharmacy, Engineering, Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Information Technology & Quantitative Sciences as well as Sport Science & Recreation | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
OBJECTIVE |
The objectives of this programme are:
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENT |
Pass SPM recognized by the Malaysian Government and obtained three (3) credits including Bahasa Malaysia
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COURSE OUTLINE
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AS120 - Diploma in Science
PROGRAMME PROFILE |
Diploma in Science (DIS) was offered at UiTM Cawangan Pahang, UiTM Cawangan Perlis, UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan, UiTM Cawangan Terengganu, UiTM Cawangan Sabah and UiTM Cawangan Sarawak. This programme was conducted over 5 semesters (90 credit hours). There are two flows for final year (semester 4 and 5) which are physical and biological flows. This programme emphasizes on strengthening the knowledge of students in Science and Mathematics. Apart from this, students are also exposed to various lab skills that cover the area of Chemistry, Physics and Biology. The graduates of this programme can further their studies in a vast area at degree level. |
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS |
Fulfil General University Requirement and Special Programme Requirement A) General University Requirement B) Program Requirement
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COURSE OUTLINE
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AS117 - Diploma In Wood Industry
Kod UPU: E2042
Fakulti: Fakulti Sains Gunaan
Tempoh Pengajian: 6 Semester
Syarat Am
Lulus SPM atau yang diiktiraf setaraf dengannya oleh Kerajaan Malaysia dengan mendapat LIMA (5) kepujian termasuk Bahasa Melayu DAN lulus Sejarah (Mula diguna pakai SPM 2013)
Syarat Khas - Lepasan SPM
Memenuhi SYARAT AM UNIVERSITI dengan mendapat kepujian dalam mata pelajaran:
- Matematik / Matematik Tambahan
- Bahasa Inggeris
DAN lulus
- Biologi / Fizik
- Kimia
Syarat Khas - Lepasan PRA DIPLOMA UiTM
Lulus Naik Taraf (LNT) program Pra Diploma Sains (PD007/PD008) dari UITM
Syarat Khas - Lepasan APEL (ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING)
- Lulus MQA (ujian Aptitud dan Penilaian Portfolio).
- Berumur tidak kurang daripada 20 tahun pada tahun permohonan.
- Pengalaman bekerja dalam bidang berkaitan sekurang-kurangnya lima (5) tahun.
- Lulus temu duga peringkat Fakulti
STUDY PLAN
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AS247 - Bachelor of Science (Honors) Furniture Technology
Kod UPU: ES61
Fakulti: Fakulti Sains Gunaan
Tempoh Pengajian: 6 Semester
Syarat Am
- Lulus SPM/ setaraf dengan baik.
- Kepujian dalam Bahasa Melayu/ Malaysia di peringkat SPM/ setaraf.
- Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred C (NGMP 2.00) dalam Pengajian Am dan sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 2.00.
- Lulus Matrikulasi KPM/ Asasi Sains UM/ Asasi UiTM dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 2.00.
- Lulus Diploma dari IPT yang diiktiraf oleh Kerajaan Malaysia.
- Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 1
Syarat Khas - Lepasan Matrikulasi KPM/Asasi UiTM/Asasi UM
CGPA 2.00 (Syarat Am Matrik)
Gred C (2.00) dalam tiga (3) mata pelajaran termasuk Chemistry / Engineering Chemistry dan dua (2) daripada mata pelajaran berikut:
- Mathematics
- Physics / Engineering Physics
- Biology
DAN
Lulus SPM / Setaraf dengan kepujian dalam Matematik / Matematik Tambahan serta lulus Fizik / Kimia / Biologi dan Bahasa Inggeris.
DAN
MUET Band 2
Syarat Khas - Lepasan Diploma UiTM
CGPA 2.00 : Diploma Industri Perkayuan, Sains, Mikrobiologi, Teknologi Polimer, Kimia Perindustrian, Pengurusan Ladang, Kejuruteraan (Awam, Kimia, Mekanikal, Elektrik), Pengajian Perniagaan, Perakaunan, Ukur Bahan, Senilukis dan Senireka (Seni Reka Perindustrian)
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MUET Band 2
Syarat Khas - Lepasan Diploma IPT yang Diiktiraf
CGPA 3.00 : Lepasan Diploma IPT Teknologi Berasaskan Kayu, Perhutanan, Pertanian, Pengurusan Perniagaan, Pemasaran, Perakaunan
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Lulus SPM / Setaraf dengan lima (5) kepujian termasuk Matematik / Matematik Tambahan serta lulus Fizik/ Kimia/ Biologi dan Bahasa Inggeris.
CGPA 2.75 : Lepasan Diploma IPT Teknologi Berasaskan Kayu, Perhutanan, Pertanian, Pengurusan Perniagaan, Pemasaran, Perakaunan dengan dua (2) tahun pengalaman bekerja dalam bidang tersebut
DAN
Lulus SPM / Setaraf dengan lima (5) kepujian termasuk Matematik / Matematik Tambahan serta lulus Fizik / Kimia / Biologi dan Bahasa Inggeris
DAN
MUET Band 2
Syarat Khas - Lepasan APEL (ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING)
- Lulus MQA (ujian Aptitud dan Penilaian Portfolio).
- Berumur tidak kurang daripada 21 tahun pada tahun permohonan.
- Pengalaman bekerja dalam bidang berkaitan sekurang-kurangnya tujuh (7) tahun.
- Lulus temu duga peringkat Fakulti
DAN
MUET Band 2
Syarat Khas - Lepasan STPM
PNGK 2.00
Gred C (NGMP 2.00) dalam dua (2) mata pelajaran berikut:
- Mathematics T / Further Mathematics T / Mathematics S
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
DAN
Lulus SPM / Setaraf dengan kepujian dalam Matematik / Matematik Tambahan serta lulus Fizik / Kimia /Biologi dan Bahasa Inggeris
DAN
MUET Band 2
COURSE OUTLINE
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AS255 - Bachelor of Science (Honors) Biodiversity Management
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The program focuses on some of the principles and practices of biodiversity management practiced today and in the future. Courses offered include the introduction and diversification of flora and fauna, policies and laws on biodiversity management and conservation as well as environmental science research techniques covering aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This theory, practice and field course will ensure graduates have the knowledge, skills and ability to manage biodiversity more efficiently and systematically for the sustainable development.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
This programme will provide insights into the principles of biodiversity, biodiversity measurement, the human dimension of conservation and allow students to gain skills in the application of biodiversity management. The programme will provide the opportunity for in-depth study of a specific biodiversity management issue through a research project involving critical evaluation of the literature, collection and/or analysis of data, and interpretation of results in the context of biodiversity management.
CAREER PROSPECTS
Science Officer / Wildlife or Ecotourism Officer/ Environmental Consultant
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A minimum CGPA 2.50 in STPM, 2.67 in two of the following subjects:
• Biology
• Mathematics/Chemistry
AND pass SPM with credits in:
• Mathematics
• English
AND Band 2 MUET.
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A minimum CGPA of 2.50 from Asasi UiTM / PASUM / Matriculation with 2.67 in two subjects which
includes Biology and 2.00 in the following subjects:
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
AND pass SPM with credits in Mathematics and English
AND Band 2 MUET.
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A minimum CGPA of 2.50 in relevant Diploma (all Diplomas from FSG) from UiTM:
OR
A minimum CGPA of 2.30 in relevant Diploma (all Diplomas from FSG) from UiTM with two years working experience in relevant fields;
AND pass SPM with five credits include Mathematics and English
AND Band 2 MUET;
OR
A minimum CGPA of 3.00 in relevant Diploma from other institutions recognized by the Malaysian government:
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A minimum CGPA of 2.75 in the relevant Diploma from other institutions recognized by the Malaysian government with two years working experience in the relevant field;
AND pass SPM with five credits include Mathematics and English
AND Band 2 MUET.
COURSES
- Botany
- Zoology
- Global Biodiversity
- Biodiversity & Protected Area
- Biodiversity GIS & Remote Sensing
- Biodiversity Resources Management
- Biodiversity Protection: Laws & Policies
- Community-Based Biodiversity Management
- Wildlife Conservation & Management
- Seminar in Biodiversity Management
- Captive Wildlife Management
- Wilderness First Responder
- Project: Biodiversity Management
- Natural Resources Economics
- Forest Stand Dynamics
- Forest & Aquatic Habitats
- Coastal & Marine Habitats
- Recreation Ecology
- Bioinformatics
- Kayaking
STUDY DURATION
3 Years
POSTGRADUATE STUDIES OPPORTUNITY
Credible students graduated with B.Sc. (Hons.) in Biodiversity Management are encouraged to pursue their study in M.Sc. in Biodiversity Management (by research) and Doctor of Philosophy
RESEARCH FIELD
- Biodiversity Management
- Bioinformatics
- Biochemistry
- Biodiversity
- Biology