Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM118,800

Course Highlights

  • Execute several engineering projects to learn higher-level critical thinking, analysis and solution development skills which will enhance your employability
  • Undertake an internship or industrial training for a minimum period of 16 weeks
  • Learn hands-on practical experiences through petroleum engineering related software tools
  • Mechatronic Engineering Minor/Extension Pathways are available

Course Structure

Common Modules:

  • Engineering Materials
  • Instrumentation and Measurement
  • Programming with Python
  • Engineering Design
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Engineering Statics and Dynamics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

Common Modules:

  • Digital Electronics
  • Engineering Mathematics 3
  • Introduction to Electrical Systems
  • Strength of Materials
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Innovation Processes
  • Safety in Oil and Gas Engineering
  • Formation Evaluation and Well Logging
  • Petroleum Geochemistry

Common Modules:

  • Control Engineering
  • Venture Building
  • Mechanics of Machine
  • Machine Design
  • Industrial Automation
  • Microprocessor Systems & Embedded Software
  • Advanced Manufacturing Technology
  • Computer Aided Engineering
  • Engineering Project Management

Minor/ Extension Pathway: Choose 1 module (In the 2nd Semester of Year 3)

Internship (16 weeks)

Common Modules:

  • Project Phase 1 (Investigation)
  • Project Phase 2 (Implementation)
  • Group Design Project I
  • Group Design Project II
  • Engineering Vibration
  • Heat Transfer
  • Engineer in Society

Minor/Extension Pathway: Choose 1 module as a continuation from the module selected in Year 3 Semester 2

MQA Compulsory Subjects*

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
  • Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Workplace Professional Skills
  • Integrity and Anti-corruption
  • Co-Curriculum

(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)

Mechanical Engineering Minor/Extension Pathways

Minor Pathway – Gain breadth of knowledge by taking 3 set modules outside of a particular major field of study. There are minor packages available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2 Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2.

  • Internet of Things
    • Knowledge Discovery and Big Data Analytics (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Internet of Things: Concepts and Applications (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • FinTech
    • FinTech Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Digital Finance (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Robo Advisor (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Digital Transformation
    • Digital Execution (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Digital Strategy & Analytics (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Data Analytics
    • Knowledge Discovery and Big Data Analytics (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Behavioral Science and Marketing Analytics (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Optimization & Deep Learning (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Artificial Intelligence
    • Machine Vision Intelligence (MVI) (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Text Analysis & Sentiment Analysis (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Digital Age Psychology
    • Industrial & Organizational Psychology (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Cyberpsychology (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Human Factors Psychology (Y4 Sem 2)

Extension Pathway – Expand depth of knowledge by taking three (3) set modules in a specific area within a certain field of study. There are extensions available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2, Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2

  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
    • Machine Vision Intelligence (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Robot Operating Systems (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Drone Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Drilling Technology
    • Drilling Fluids & Hydraulics (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Directional Drilling & Surveying (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Well Control (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Oil and Gas Operations
    • Gas Engineering (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Petroleum Economics (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Drilling Fluids & Hydraulics (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Smart Robotics
    • Machine Vision Intelligence (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Robot Operating Systems (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Product Creation Technology (Y4 Sem 2)

Entry Requirements

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:

  • STPM: 2 Passes with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry), and a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM Level or its equivalent.
  • A Level: 2 Passes (Grade A-D) including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry)
  • UEC: 5 Grade B's including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry)
  • Matriculation/Foundation: Passed the relevant programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0) with a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent

Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:

Diploma:

  • Successful completion of the APU/APIIT Engineering Diploma and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board OR
  • Successful completion of a Diploma in Engineering with other recognised Institutions and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board.

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

International Students    

  • IELTS: 5.0
  • TOEFL IBT: 40
  • Pearson (PTE): 47
  • MUET: Band 3.5

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

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Tuition fees

RM118,800

Other miscellaneous fees

RM1,800

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-RM800

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RM119,800

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