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Master of Forensics Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Program overview

The Master of Forensic Engineering program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia strives to integrate and generate advanced knowledge in the specialized areas of Forensic Engineering within professional practices. This program combines four key disciplines associated with the failure of structures and constructions in civil, electrical, mechanical, and chemical engineering. Students will receive guidance in identifying the root cause or causes of failures with the intention of enhancing the performance or lifespan of a component, as well as aiding courts in establishing the facts surrounding accidents.

Entry Requirement

  • Bachelor's Degree: Candidates should possess a good honors bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or an equivalent qualification. The degree should have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5 and above. The bachelor's degree should provide a solid foundation in civil engineering principles and relevant coursework.
  • Lower Degree Grade with Working Experience: In certain cases, candidates with a lower degree grade may be considered for admission if they have sufficient working experience in the field. The working experience should demonstrate practical knowledge and skills in civil engineering.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Curriculum

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UNIVERSITY COURSES (6 credits)

  • PRINCIPLE OF ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT
  • RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

CORE COURSES (18 credit)

  • PRINCIPLES OF FORENSIC ENGINEERING
  • LAWS IN FORENSIC ENGINEERING
  • SAFETY ENGINEERING
  • RISK ANALYSIS

INVESTIGATION OF STRUCTURAL PROBLEMS AND

FAILURES

  • ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

ELECTIVE COURSES (choose any 4 courses) (12 credit)

1-GROUPS A (CIVIL ENGINEERING)

  • ENGINEERING MATERIALS
  • ADVANCED STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
  • ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF STRUCTURAL SYSTEM
  • STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT & REPAIRS
  • STRUCTURES FIRE ENGINEERING
  • ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

SOFTWARE APPLICATION IN GEOTECHNICAL

ENGINEERING

  • ENVIRONMENTAL GEOTECHNICS
  • WATER SUPPLY ENGINEERING
  • PORT AND HARBOUR ENGINEERING
  • ADVANCED ROAD MATERIAL
  • TRANSPORT SAFETY
  • ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND ANALYSIS

2- GROUPS B (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING)

  • CRASHWORTHINESS AND STRUCTURAL IMPACT

MICROSTRUCTURE AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

OF MATERIALS

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES OF MATERIALS

CHARACTERISATION

  • CORROSION 1
  • CORROSION 2

3-GROUPS C (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING)

  • IC TESTING
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FORENSIC
  • NETWORK MODELING AND PERFORMANCE

CONDITION ASSESSMENT OF HIGH VOLTAGE

INSULATION

4-GROUPS D (CHEMICAL ENGINEERING)

  • ASSET INTEGRITY
  • PROCESS SAFETY AND LOSS PREVENTION
  • INCIDENT INVESTIGATION
  • EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT
  • INHERENT SAFETY AND HEALTH DESIGN

MASTER PROJECT (10 CREDITS)

  • MASTER PROJECT I
  • MASTER PROJECT II

Entry requirements

Master's: a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

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