APU School of Engineering

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APU’s School of Engineering is growing fast and many students fresh out of school are choosing it. This is because the five engineering courses the school offers are update with the latest technology and what the job market wants, so students have a good chance of getting jobs after they graduate.

The school’s main goal is to be a top place for students to learn about Engineering and Technology. They want to teach in new and creative ways that will help students in their careers for a long time. APU focuses on giving a combination of classroom learning, experiments, and teaching about doing the right thing. They also give students chances to be involved in research, work internships, and study more than one subject.

Something special about all the degree courses at the School of Engineering is that they work closely with different industries. This helps the school find places for students to do their internships. In fact, doing an internship is a must for all students because the Board of Engineers Malaysia says so.

The programs at APU School of Engineering include:

• Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering 
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering 
• Bachelor of Computer Engineering 
• Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering
• Master of Philosophy in Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering

Goals of Engineering School

• An extensive education that explores foundational engineering concepts and best practices, teaching graduates a robust and adaptable foundation suitable for diverse engineering roles.
• Focused training in a specific area of study, ensuring graduates are ready to step into beginner engineering roles. Some of these graduates might also be ready and efficient enough to follow further studies at a postgraduate level.
• An engaging and approachable curriculum that focuses on understanding the global and social implications of engineering solutions, as well as contemporary challenges. This teaches students to apply and adapt this knowledge in their upcoming careers.
• A chance for students from varied backgrounds and skill sets to gain both intellectual and practical advantages from engineering courses. Graduates who stand out by showing qualities like intelligence, creativity and originality in all their activities.
• A challenging study program that generate a continuous passion for learning, producing graduates who are not only innovative but also proactive and creative in their professional approach.

Engineering Programs

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

An individual specializing in Electrical or Electronic Engineering might handle tasks such as research, crafting, developing, producing, and controlling complicated hardware and software systems. Additionally, they manage the creation of dependable, cost efficient devices, often incorporating information and computer technologies. Some of these include:

• Integrated electronic systems
• Renewable energy systems
• Generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power
• Instrumentation in electrical and electronic systems
• Manufacturing
• Microelectronics
• Photoelectronics

Mechatronic Engineering

Mechatronic Engineering focuses on the development, design, and construction of smart machines. Engineers in this field blend expertise from mechanical, electronic, and computer engineering, adopting an interdisciplinary approach. This is essential in today’s industry as projects become more intricate and resources become scarcer. The primary sectors of involvement include:

• Fundamental design and build – ways of embedding intelligence and interfacing to the real world
• Process control – plant condition monitoring and control
• Advance robotics and intelligent Machines
• Image Processing and collision avoidance
• Industrial system such as CIM system, CAD/CAM system
• Design and develop a Mechatronics system

Mechanical Engineering

A Mechanical Engineer holds an important position across different sectors, utilizing their skills to design, assess, and keep mechanical structures and tools. They stand at the forefront of innovative progress, pushing the boundaries of modern technologies while enhancing traditional systems. Here is a brief overview of the role of a Mechanical Engineer:

• Automobile Design and Development
• Analysis and Testing of Machines
• Thermo fluids Problem Solving
• Prototyping and Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Research and Development
• Climate Control System Developer
• Regulatory Compliance
• Production and quality control
• Aircraft and Spacecraft Design Specialist

Computer Engineering

Computer engineering stands as an important discipline, addressing various global needs such as intelligent energy grids, responsive buildings, and energy regulation. In recent times, an increasing number of application platforms have shifted to cloud-based solutions. At the intersection of hardware and software are Computer Engineers, moving the field of computer science to make an increasing number of digital aspirations come true. Key areas in this field include:

• Digital Logic Design
• Computer Networks
• Embedded and Desktop Operating Systems
• Microcontroller Selection and Programming
• Signal Processing

Petroleum Engineering

Petroleum engineers path to locations identified to have petroleum reservoirs. Their role involves identifying, developing, and ensuring the most profitable extraction of oil and gas. Within petroleum engineering, there are various specialized fields in the oil & gas sector, each offering distinct challenges and benefits. Potential career paths and job functions in this domain include roles as a:

• Drilling engineer, working with geologists and contractors in designing and supervising drilling operations.
• Production engineer, developing processes and equipment to optimize oil and gas production.
• Manager, an entrepreneur, economist, or environmental/safety specialist.
• Reservoir engineer and help determine ideal recovery processes, estimate the number of wells that can be economically drilled, and simulate future performance using sophisticated computer models.