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Master of Science

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering,Universiti Teknologi Malaysia,81310 Johor Bahru, Johor, MalaysiaTel: +607-555 7061/7062/7034Fax: +607-556 6159Email: postgraduate@mail.fkm.utm.myWebsite: www.fkm.utm.my

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How to Apply

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Students must obtain a minimum grade of B- (60%) for each course and overall average grade of B (65%) to graduate. Students are also required to complete a minimum of 40 credits (9 credits of the core mechanical engineering courses; 18 credits of the elective mechanical engineering courses; 10 credits of the master project and 3 credits of the university compulsory course). For the award of Master of Science (Mechanical Engineering), the students should achieve a total minimum of 40 credit hours with minimum CPA of 3.0, including the completion of Master Project.

GraduationRequirement

The normal requirement for admission to the programme is a four-year bachelor degree recognized by the university in either engineering or sciences with a minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 or equivalent. Students applying for admission with an overall grade point average of less than 3.0 but with relevant professional

experiences may however be considered.

AdmissionRequirement

ProgrammeDuration

For a full-time student, the completion of a master programme typically requires three semesters (1½ years). However, the programme may be completed in a minimum time of 1 year (2 normal and 1 short semesters). The maximum duration allowed for full-time students is 6 normal semesters (or 3 years) while part-time students are given a maximum of 8 normal semesters. The full time student is allowed to take a maximum of 20 credits in a normal semester and 10 credits in a short semester. The part time student is allowed to take a maximum of 12 credits in

a normal semester and 6 credits in a short semester.

The aim of MSc. (Mechanical Engineering) programme is to provide an opportunity for applied scientists and engineers to pursue an in-depth study beyond the undergraduate level in the broadly based mechanical engineering disciplines, thus

enhancing the technological developments.

ProgrammeObjective

MKMM 1283 Vibration Control and Instrumentation The course addresses the physical principles and related adaptive signal processing techniques to achieve the control of sound fields and structural vibrations. Topics covered include: propagation in ducts, minimization of radiation using source coupling, sound field control in enclosures, vibration control of lumped element and distributed parameters structures, structural control to minimize acoustic radiation, feedback and feedforward control theory, stability analysis, LMS based algorithms, hardware for control implementation.

MKMM 1293 Structural Dynamics Vibration of Plates, Longitudinal, shear and flexural wave equations, Natural modes and frequencies of finite beams, bars, and torsion members, Effects of different boundary conditions, Mechanical Impedance and Mobility, Impedance and mobility of systems, Mobility approach to structural analysis and vibration Isolation, Approximation Methods of Calculating Modes and Natural Frequencies.

MKMM 2213 Adaptive and Intelligent Control System Theory and analysis of control system using modern control techniques, intelligent methods for dynamic system design., Control System Design, State Space Model, Linear Observer, Neural Network Models, Fuzzy System, Genetic Algorithm. MKMM 2243 Robot System and Control Introduction to robot system, Kinematics, Statics and Dynamics of Robot, Robot Control, Practical Applications & Case Studies. MKMM 2253 Advanced Control Engineering Topics of current interest in control system theory for advanced graduate students with adequate preparation in linear and nonlinear system theory.

MKMM 2283 Mechatronic System Design Introduction to mechatronics and applications, mechatronic design and method, mechatronic design process, artificial intelligence (AI) and adaptive elements in mechatronic system, practical applications and case studies.

Thermofluids

MKMM 1313 Advanced Fluid Mechanics Introduction to potential flow, compressible flow, and viscous flow including lubrication and boundary layers. Applications to be discussed will be selected from topics in piping networks, turbomachinery, computational methods, turbulence and measurement techniques.

MKMM 1323 Compressible Flow Fundamental Concepts of Compressible Fluid Dynamics, Normal Shock Waves, Oblique and Conical Shock Waves, Prandtl‐Meyer Flows and Shock‐Expansion Procedure, Simple One‐dimensional Flow Formulations, Simple Area Change (Isentropic), Other Simple Flows, Non‐simple and Generalized Flows, The Method of Characteristics.

**Any extra semester will be charged according to University charges.Fees for an international applicant (is not include Personal Bond; VISA, Medical Check-up & Accommodation).

Student Category

New Student (First Semester)

Master (Taught Course)Local students

Full Time (RM)3,485.00

9,355.00 8,290.00 22,330.00 19,590.00

2,935.00

2,485.00

1,935.00

7,810.00

7,260.00

5,310.00

4,760.00

2,935.00 1,935.00 7,260.00 4,760.00

Part Time (RM) Full Time (RM) Part Time (RM)

Master (Taught Course)International students

Fees for Per Semester by Programme

Continuing Student

Continuing Student (Semester III)

** (Any extra sem) 1,935.00 ** (Any extra sem) 4,760.00Continuing Student (Semester IV & beyond)

Total Tuition Fees(Normal Duration)

Tuition Fees

Facilities & LabsThermodynamics & Fluids laboratoryWater tunnel

Structural laboratoryNoise & vibration laboratoryComputational Solid Mechanics laboratory

MKMM 1333 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) The Governing Equations of Fluid Dynamics, Mathematical Behaviour of PDE’s: Impact on CFD, Basic Aspects of Discretisation, Grids with Appropriate Transformations, Some Simple CFD Techniques, Numerical Solutions of Quasi 1‐D Nozzle Flows, Numerical Solutions of 2‐D Supersonic Flow, Numerical Solutions of Supersonic Flow over a Flat Plate: Numerical Solutions by Solving the Complete Navier‐Stokes Equations, Advanced Topics in CFD. MKMM 1413 Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics Basics of Thermal Sciences, performance improvement of thermal devices, advanced first and second law of thermodynamics, exergy analysis, gas mixtures and multiphase systems in combustion and air condition system, statistical thermodynamics, Fundamental Equation and Partition Functions. MKMM 1423 Energy Management This course will examine a wide array of new energy technologies being proposed to improve energy efficiency, promote the transition to renewable resources and reduce or eliminate adverse environmental impacts. It will review the energy cycle from exploration, extraction, conversion, distribution, and the application and impact of new technologies to increase the amount and delivery of traditional fuel supplies. Also, new technologies to produce energy from wind, water, solar, geothermal and biomass will be analysed. Research efforts in fuel cells, batteries, electric vehicles and engine efficiency by various organizations and governments are also examined. MKMM 1433 Advanced Heat Transfer Advanced theories and classical, modern, and complimentary methods of solving engineering heat transfer Problems, Multidimensional Conduction, Convection, Heat Transfer with Phase Change, Fundamentals of Radiation Heat Transfer, Solution Methods in Radiation Heat Transfer.

MKMM 1443 Advanced Combustion Flame classification, thermodynamics of combustion processes, chemical kinetics and conservation of equations for reacting flows, turbulent reacting flows, ignition and stability, pollutant formation, current topics. MKMM 1453 Sustainable Energy Technology Introduction to sustainable development, energy and climate change, thermal energy systems, energy resources and renewable technologies, impact and indicators.

MKMM 1463 Computational Heat Transfer Mathematical background, finite difference method, finite element method, computational conduction heat transfer, computational convection heat transfer, computational radiation heat transfer.

MKMM 2413 Thermo Fluid Measurement and Diagnostic Thermal and fluid measurement parameters and tools, optics and laser basics, fluid flow measurement, thermal and combustion measurements, image capturing, flow and image processing.

*Elective courses are offered based on availability of academic staff and facilities

Course DescriptionCourse DescriptionMechanical Core

MKMM 1213 Advanced Engineering Mathematics Series, Boundary Value Problems (BVP) and Initial Value Problems (IVP) in ODEs, Partial Differential Equations, Selected Topics in Calculus of Variations & Applications, Selected Topics in Integral Equations and Applications.

MKMM 1223 Instrumentation, Measurement and Control Measurement, Signal Conditioning, Transducers, Basic Control Theory, Computer Aided Design and Simulation.

MKMM 1903 Research MethodologyThis course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of research and the methodologies commonly used in engineering. It encompasses literature review, problem formulation, designing research methods, analysis methods and report writing. The outcomes of this course will be translated in forms of a technical proposal.

Engineering Computing

MKMM 1113 Computational Methods for Engineers Basic linear algebra, parabolic partial differential equations (PDE), elliptic PDE, hyperbolic systems, hyperbolic equations of the second order, application in engineering.

Applied Mechanics

MKMM 1133 Fatigue and Fracture MechanicsFatigue of Engineering Materials, Fretting, Mechanics of Sharply Cracked Bodies, Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM), Non‐linear Fracture Mechanics (NFM), Fatigue Crack Propagation, Fracture Mechanics of Composites.

MKMM 1153 Computational Methods in Solid Mechanics Introduction to computational methods in engineering, basic concepts in engineering analysis, formulation of finite element method, non‐linear analysis in solid and structural mechanics, computer procedures for finite element analysis.

MKMM 1183 Elasticity and Plasticity Stress vector concept, equilibrium, stress tensor concept, principal axes and stresses, principal shearing strains, octahedral shear stress, stress deviator, kinematics of deformable solid, small strain and linear strain, Hooke’s law and elasticity tensor, isotropy, physical interpretation of elastic constants, formulation of exact solution to some linear elasticity problems.

MKMM 2123 Plates, Shell and Pressure Vessels Stress and deflection analysis of structural plates and membranes under mechanical and thermal loads; variational and numerical methods; instability and vibrations; membrane shell theory; cylindrical shells; pressure vessel and piping design applications; ASME Pressure Vessel Code.

MKMM 2143 Advanced Mechanics of Composite Structures Classification of composite materials, material development for advanced technology, lamina analysis, laminates analysis, failure analysis, sandwich structures and impact mechanics of composite materials. Engineering DesignMKMM 1543 CAD Applications Overview of graphics technology and hardware, the mathematics behind Computer‐Aided Design (CAD), viewing operations, visual realism, curves, surfaces, solid modelling, engineering applications, emerging technology and advanced application of CAD.

MKMM 1553 Optimisation in Engineering Design Introduction to optimisation theory, formulation of optimisation problems, iterative optimisation approach, existence and uniqueness of an optimum solution, function of a single variable, unconstrained functions of several variables, sequentially unconstrained minimization techniques, constrained function minimization, special topics.

MKMM 2513 Engineering DesignDeveloping efficient and effective design techniques as well as project-oriented skills from both technical and non-technical consideration. Identify and apply appropriate methodology in performing design tasks, recognize the fundamental principles of mechanical design and practices, and formulate and apply general problem solving strategy in the analysis of situation, problem and potential problem.

MKMM 2543 Graphics in CAD Graphics systems and models, introduction to graphics programming, input and interaction, geometric objects and transformations, viewing, shading, graphics implementation—modelling, geometric processing, rasterization, display, working with models, curves and surfaces.

MKMM 2553 Virtual Reality Programming for Engineers Fundamental concept of Virtual Reality (VR), enabling technologies of VR, applications, human factors and human perception, computer graphics and geometric modelling principles of VR, modelling of virtual environments, existing tools, special topics.

System and Control

MKMM 1233 Acoustics Theory of acoustics, introduction to the propagation of acoustic disturbances, one‐dimensional acoustic wave motion, waves in three‐dimension, sound in enclosures, sound radiation, enclosed sound fields, sound in ducts. MKMM 1243 System Modelling and Simulation The essence of modelling and simulation of dynamical systems, computer models versus physical models, types of mathematical models, verification and validation and establishing credibility of models, modelling and simulation design tools, modelling and simulation stages, modelling and simulation software, practical applications and case studies.

MKMM 1253 Advanced Industrial Automation Automation components, industrial pneumatics, industrial hydraulics, industrial sequences control system and application, programmable logic controller and microprocessor‐based control, Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), class projects.

MKMM 1263 Condition MonitoringThe course relates to practical aspects of maintenance and assets management practices in industry. The course focus on the condition base maintenance strategy where condition monitoring is the key aspects of this success. Several condition monitoring techniques such as vibration, ultrasonic, thermography, oil analysis/tribology based analysis, acoustic emission, temperature monitoring and performance monitoring are discuss in details. Important aspects of data acquisition, signal processing and data interpretation are covered in details. The course involves practical exercises to demonstrate and to apply knowledge in condition monitoring.

List of Academic Staff

Programme Structure :

40Total Credits

Course CreditUniversity Core (1 course only)UHAP 6013 Development & Global IssuesUHAW 6023 Science Philosophy & Social Development(or other courses UXXX xxx3)

Mechanical CoreMKMM 1213 Advanced Engineering MathematicsMKMM 1223 Instrumentation, Measurement & ControlMKMM 1903 Research Methodology

Electives (18 credits only)Engineering ComputingMKMM 1113 Computational Method for Engineers

Applied MechanicsMKMM 1133 Fatigue and Fracture MechanicsMKMM 1153 Computational Methods in Solid MechanicsMKMM 1183 Elasticity and PlasticityMKMM 2123 Plates, Shells and Pressure VesselsMKMM 2143 Advanced Mechanics of Composite Structures

Engineering DesignMKMM 1543 CAD ApplicationMKMM 1553 Optimization in Engineering DesignMKMM 2513 Engineering DesignMKMM 2543 Graphics in CADMKMM 2553 Virtual Reality Programming for Engineers

System & ControlMKMM 1233 AcousticsMKMM 1243 System Modelling and SimulationMKMM 1253 Advanced Industrial AutomationMKMM 1263 Condition MonitoringMKMM 1283 Vibration Control and InstrumentationMKMM 1293 Structural DynamicsMKMM 2213 Adaptive and Intelligent Control SystemMKMM 2243 Robot System and ControlMKMM 2253 Advanced Control EngineeringMKMM 2283 Mechatronic System Design

ThermofluidsMKMM 1313 Advanced Fluid MechanicsMKMM 1323 Compressible FlowMKMM 1333 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)MKMM 1413 Advanced Engineering ThermodynamicsMKMM 1423 Energy ManagementMKMM 1433 Advanced Heat TransferMKMM 1443 Advanced CombustionMKMM 1453 Sustainable Energy TechnologyMKMM 1463 Computational Heat TransferMKMM 2413 Thermo Fluid Measurement and Diagnostic

Free ElectiveStudents are allowed to take a graduate-level course (3 credits) from any other engineering faculty throughout the study duration

Master ProjectsMKMM 1914 Master Project 1MKMM 2926 Master Project 2

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ProgrammeDescriptionMechanical engineering programme offers a broad and diverse subject that derives its breadth from the need to analyse and design various mechanical components. Throughout the period of study, students may learn about materials, solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, control, instrumentation and design to comprehend various mechanical systems. The breadth of the mechanical engineering discipline allows students a variety of career options. For those interested in applied scientific and mathematical aspects of the discipline, graduate study in mechanical engineering programme can lead to a career of research and teaching.

Professor Ir. Dr. Salman LeongPhD, Heriot-Watt UniversityArea of Expertise: Structural Vibration and Condition Monitoring

Professor Ir. Dr. Roslan Abd RahmanPhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Structural Dynamic and Vibration Control

Professor Dr. Mohd Nasir TaminPhD, University of Rhode IslandArea of Expertise: Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics

Professor Dr. Musa MailahPhD, University of DundeeArea of Expertise: Control & Mechatronics

Professor Ir. Dr. Azhar Abdul AzizPhD, UMISTArea of Expertise: Internal Combustion Engines

Professor Ir. Dr. Farid Nasir AniPhD, University of LeedsArea of Expertise: Fuel and Energy Associate Prof. Dr. Mohamed HusseinPhD, De Monfort UniversityArea of Expertise: Instrumentation and Control

Associate Prof. Ir. Dr. Amran AyobPhD, University of LiverpoolArea of Expertise: Applied Mechanics & Pressure Vessels

Associate Prof. Dr. Amran AliasPhD, University of LiverpoolArea of Expertise: Applied Mechanics & Composite Structures

Associate Prof. Dr. Intan Zaurah Mat DarusPhD, University of SheffieldArea of Expertise: Automatic Control & System Engineering

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohamad Kasim Abdul JalilPhD, University at Buffalo SUNYArea of Expertise: CAD & Virtual Reality

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ruslan AbdullahPhD, University of LiverpoolArea of Expertise: Impact Properties of Composite Materials

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafiek YaacobPhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohd Zarhamdy Md ZainPhD, University of SheffieldArea of Expertise: Instrumentation & Measurement

Associate Prof. Dr. Nor Azwadi Che Sidik PhD, Keio UniversityArea of Expertise: Computational Fluid Dynamics

Associate Prof. Dr. Abu Hassan Abdullah PhD, University of BathArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mathematics

Associate Prof. Dr. Kahar Osman PhD, HamshireArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Associate Prof. Dr. Mazlan Abdul Wahid PhD, State University of New YorkArea of Expertise: Combustion Energy & Heat Transfer

Associate Prof. Dr. Nazri Kamsah PhD, University of New HampshireArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering & Air-conditioning System

Associate Prof. Dr. Syahrullail Samion PhD, Kagoshima UniversityArea of Expertise: Tribology

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohd Yazid Yahya PhD, University of LiverpoolArea of Expertise: Composite Structure & Ballistic Impact

Associate Prof. Ir. Hayati Abdullah MEng, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Mechanical engineering

Associate Prof. Ir. Yahaya Ramli MSc, University of BathArea of Expertise: Fluid Power System

Associate Prof. Mustafa YusofMSc, UMISTArea of Expertise: Structural Impact & Applied Mechanics

Dr. Zaini Ahmad PhD, Queensland University of TechnologyArea of Expertise: Structural Impact & Crashworthiness

Dr. Aminuddin Saat PhD, University of Leeds Area of Expertise: Combustion & Heat Transfer

Dr. Ardiyansyah Syahrom PhD, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Area of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Hishamuddin Alham PhD, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Area of Expertise: Structural Mechanics

Dr. Maziah Mohamad PhD, University of SheffieldArea of Expertise: System & Control Engineering

Dr. Md Afendi M. Yusuf PhD, University of StrathclydeArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Mohd Fadzil Daud PhD, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Area of Expertise: Engineering Education

Dr. Mohd Foad Abdul Hamid PhD, State University of New York Area of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Mohd Nasir Hussain PhD, Loughborough UniversityArea of Expertise: Industrial Design

Dr. Mohd Shuisma Mohd Ismail PhD, Coventry UniversityArea of Expertise: Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Mohamad Noor Harun PhD, University of LeedsArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Nor Fasiha Mohd Yusof PhD, Kobe UniversityArea of Expertise: Engineering Design

Dr. Mohd Yusoff Senawi PhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: HVAC

Dr. Shukur Abu Hassan PhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Composite Structures

Dr. Tang Howe Hing PhD, University of New South WalesArea of Expertise: Electrical Engineering

Dr. Wong King Jye PhD, Institut Supérieur de l'Automobile et des Transports (ISAT)Area of Expertise: Mechanics & Energetics

Dr. Zair Asrar Ahmad PhD, Otto-von-Guericke Universität MagdeburgArea of Expertise: Guided Wave & Structural Monitoring

Dr. Nur Safwati Mohd NorPhD, Shibaura Institute of TechnologyArea of Expertise: Functional Control Systems

Dr. Zainab AsusPhD, Institut Supérieur de l'Automobile et des Transports (ISAT)Area of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Haslinda Mohamed Kamar PhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Air-conditioning System

Dr. Md Mizanur Rahman PhD, Aalto University School of Engineering, HelsinkiArea of Expertise: Energy Technology

Dr. Mohd Fairus Mohd Yasin PhD, Cambridge UniversityArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Mohd Faizal HasanPhD, Keio UniversityArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Zulkarnain Abdul Latiff PhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Fazila Mohd Zawawi PhD, University in ToulouseArea of Expertise: Aeronautical Engineering

Dr. Muhamad Hasbullah Padzillah PhD, Imperial CollegeArea of Expertise: Turbomachinery

Dr. Muhamad Noor Afiq WitriPhD, Universiti Teknologi MalaysiaArea of Expertise: Computational Fluid Dynamics

MKMI 1803 – Production and Operations ManagementApply production and operations management concepts and issues from both strategic and operational perspectives. Analysis of strategic issues related to competitiveness in production and operations management, and application of tools to improve productivity in production and operations.

MKMI 1813 – Supply Chain ManagementSupply chain design and management which covers supply chain drivers, supply chain strategy, roles of supply chain members and supply chain networks in order to satisfy end customers. This course also concerns about techniques for purchasing management, designing transportation networks, distribution issues, logistics management, integration issues and performance measurement.

MKMI 1823 – Human Factors EngineeringThe course covers concepts and tools in human factors engineering for industrial application. Application and practice of ergonomics principles and methodology, solving industrial problems related to ergonomics. Information input and design, human physical work capacity, job design and task analysis.

MKMI 1833 – Quality Engineering This course is about statistical methods in quality improvement. It encompasses various statistical process control problem-solving tools. For control charts, emphasis is given on additional control charts not covered previously at the undergraduate level. Advanced tools and techniques such as Gauge Reliability and Reproducibility (GR & R), and experimental design methodology are also covered.

MKMI 1843 – Operations ResearchThis course provides students with the concepts and tools to model manufacturing or service systems efficiently using mainly Operations Research techniques. It focuses on formulating models based on deterministic and stochastic Operations Research techniques, applying these techniques for decision making, developing solutions from the models, and conducting simulation studies.

MKMI 2843 – Engineering and Environmental SafetyThe course provides concepts of engineering safety and environmental safety beside some knowledge in the safety management of engineering and environment. In engineering safety, the focus is on the safety of equipment commonly used in engineering installation and maintenance, safety of chemicals used in engineering processes, and implementation of safety engineering programs in engineering installations and plants. In environmental safety, it provides the principles and concepts of environmental safety elements, hazardous waste control, environmental impact assessment, impact and cause of global warning, green design and manufacturing, sustainable energy and design for environment. It also includes hazard identification, risk assessment and control, planning and implementing an effective safety program, and assessment of the effectiveness of safety program.

MKMI 2853 – Safety ManagementThis course provides students with the issues related to safety management industry, the principles in hazard identification, risk assessment & control, planning & implementing an effective safety program, and assessment of the effectiveness of safety program.

MKMI 2863 – Quality ManagementThe course covers the application of quality management concepts, principles, and philosophy. It also covers the Total Quality Management (TQM) in organization, and develops a strategy for the development of the TQM in an organization. It also applies the problem-solving processes and relevant tools for organizational improvement, and using the continuous improvement process for establishing a quality organization.

MKMI 2873 – Industrial MeasurementThis course covers industrial measurement system for achieving quality in manufacturing and operations. It focuses on the concepts and principles on how to measure quality, selection and design of measurement systems, and interpretation of quality data. Related research issues are highlighted