Faculty of Electronic Engineering & Technology

Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Electronic Automation
with Honours

Programme Code: BTIEA  |  Duration: 3½ Years  |  Mode: Full-time

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Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Electronic Automation with Honours is a specialised technology programme focused on the automation of industrial systems using electronic, control, and robotic technologies. Graduates are prepared to drive Malaysia's Industry 4.0 transformation in manufacturing and process industries.

The programme covers programmable logic controllers, robotics, machine vision, intelligent control systems, and industrial IoT. Strong emphasis is placed on applied learning through industry visits, laboratory simulations, and project-based automation challenges that mirror real production environments.

Programme Highlights

Industry 4.0 aligned curriculum covering robotics, AI, and smart manufacturing
State-of-the-art automation and robotics laboratory
Strong partnerships with manufacturing and automation industries in Perlis and northern corridor
Collaborative final year projects with local manufacturing companies
Industrial training in Year 3 at leading manufacturing and process plants

Programme Curriculum

Official Academic Curriculum 2025/2026 (UR6523011), structured over 7 semesters plus a short semester, totalling 121 credit hours (103 Discipline Core & Elective, 18 University Requirement).

Year 1

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hours
NMT10102Technology and Development Skills2
NMT10205Fundamental Electronic5
NMT10302Programming Technology2
NMT10404Electronic Digital Technology4
NMT10502Industrial Networking Technology2
NMT10603Industrial Programming Technology3
NMT10702Operation Management2
NMT10804Embedded System Programming Tool4
SMZ1XX01Co-Curriculum 11
SMZ2XX01Co-Curriculum 21
SMB1XX02Third Language[5]2

Year 2

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hours
NMT20103Data Acquisition Technology3
NMT20205Industrial Automation5
NMT20304Advanced Data Acquisition Technology4
NMT20404Industrial IoT and Data Analytics4
NMT20502Database Design and Development2
NMT20605Advanced Industrial Automation5
NMT21403Network Security Implementation3
SMU13002Philosophy and Current Issues2
SMU12102Integrity and Anti-Corruption[3]2

Year 3

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hours
NMT30104System Optimization Technology4
NMT30204Application System Development4
NMT30302Professional Practices2
NMT30410Final Industrial Project10
NMT31304Quality Management Technology4
NMT31404Technopreneur Project II4
NMT32105System Integration Design5
NMT22504Technopreneur Project I4
NMT3XX04Elective4
SMU13102Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization2
SMB41002University Malay Language[4]2

Final Semester & Industrial Training

Course CodeCourse NameCredit Hours
NMT41112Industrial Training12
SMB20102English for General Communication[2]2
SMB31202English for Technical Communication2
SMU22402Engineering Entrepreneurship2

Elective: NMT30504 Maintenance Management System.
Audit course: SMB10102 Preparatory English[1] (compulsory for students with MUET 2.5 and below / TOEFL 4.5 / IELTS 4.0 and below).

Programme Outcomes

PO1 – Knowledge: Applies technology fundamental knowledge to broadly defined procedures, processes, systems, and methodologies in the field of study.
PO2 – Practical Skills / Modern Tool Usage / Digital Skills: Proposes and employs current tools and techniques to resolve broadly defined / complex problems.
PO3 – Analytical, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking and Scientific Approach / Numeracy Skills: Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking abilities to design and provides a solution for broadly defined / complex problems in the field of study.
PO4 – Communication Skills: Communicates effectively and flexibly in oral and written language for social, academic, and professional purposes.
PO5 – Social Responsibility in Society and Technologist Community: Illustrates the understanding of corresponding issues related to the society and subsequent responsibilities to the broadly defined technology practices.
PO6 – Lifelong Learning and Information Management / Personal Skills: Acknowledges the requirement of professional establishment and to employ independent continuing learning in specialist technology.
PO7 – Technopreneurial and Management Skills: Illustrates consciousness of management and technopreneurial routine in real perspective.
PO8 – Ethics and Professionalism: Illustrates ethical awareness and professionalism.
PO9 – Teamwork and Leadership: Illustrates leadership character, mentoring and works efficiently in diverse teams.

Career Prospects

Industrial Electronic Automation graduates are highly sought after as Malaysia's manufacturing sector transitions to smart manufacturing under the Industry 4.0 agenda.

Automation Engineer Project Engineer PLC/SCADA Engineer Control Engineer Manufacturing Systems Engineer Machine Vision Engineer Industry 4.0 Consultant Maintenance Engineer Technologist Technology Manager

Graduates are employed by global automation and technology companies including Siemens, ABB, Infineon, Perodua, Proton, Petronas, Rockwell Automation, and Mitsubishi Electric operating in Malaysia.

Programme Details

AwardBachelor with Honours
Duration3½ Years (7 Semesters)
ModeFull-time
Credit Hours121 Credit Hours
LanguageEnglish / Bahasa Malaysia
AccreditationTTAC / MQA

Entry Requirements

Diploma: CGPA ≥ 2.50 in relevant fields

DVM: CGPA ≥ 2.00 in relevant fields

DLKM / DKM: CGPA ≥ 2.00 in relevant fields

Enquiries

fkten@unimap.edu.my

04-988 5509 / 5515

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