Bachelor of Engineering ( Bio-Medical )
The Bachelor of Engineering (Bio-Medical) is offered on a full-time basis. The full-time programme is offered only at the UTM Johor Bahru campus. Student enrolment for full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and the duration of study is between four (4) to six (6) years.
The curriculum is planned based on a 2-semester per academic session. Generally, students are expected to undertake courses between twelve (12) to eighteen (18) credit hours per semester or equivalent for credit exemption. Assessment is based on coursework and final examinations given throughout the semester.
Graduates of this course can find work opportunities in hospitals, companies involve in biomedical products, either manufacturing them, sales and service, or R&D, Ministry of Health, Malaysia, and any other party interested in health care. Among the job opportunities available to the biomedical engineer are:
- Government regulators to oversee the implementation of the Medical Devices Act when it is enacted.
- Engineers in hospitals or medical centers responsible for the procurement, maintenance and usage of medical devices.
- Sales engineer of biomedical devices.
- Engineers involve in R&D in biomedical engineering.
- Engineers to perform test and calibration services.
- Engineers involve in the manufacturing of medical devices.
- Engineers in the Ministry of Health,Malaysia,responsible for the planning,management and operation of the engineering services of the public health care sector.
General Information
1. Awarding Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia |
2. Teaching Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia |
3. Programme Name | Bachelor of Engineering (Bio-Medical) |
4. Final Award | Bachelor of Engineering (Bio-Medical) |
5. Programme Code | SMBE-03 |
6. Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation | Malaysian Qualification Agency Engineering Accreditation Council |
7. Language(s) of Instruction | English and Bahasa Melayu |
8. Mode of Study (Conventional, distance learning, etc) | Conventional |
9. Mode of operation (Franchise, self-govern, etc) | Self-governing |
10. Study Scheme (Full Time/Part Time) | Full Time |
11. Study Duration | Minimum: 4 years Maximum: 6 years |
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
Code | Intended Educational Objectives |
PEO1 | Graduates with competency to work in biomedical industry |
PEO2 | Graduates with leadership positions in the biomedical engineering sector |
PEO3 | Graduates embrace professional development through biomedical engineering practice and life-long learning |
PEO4 | Graduates who conduct their professional work ethically and contribute towards societal responsibilities. |
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
After having completed the programme, graduates should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
Code | Intended Educational Objectives |
PLO1 | Apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals to the solution of complex biomedical engineering problems. |
PLO2 | Identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems through structured literature research and scientific approach using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences. |
PLO3 | Design solutions for complex biomedical engineering problems with consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental needs. |
PLO4 | Conduct investigation into complex Biomedical Engineering problems using research-based knowledge and methodology to provide scientific conclusions. |
PLO5 | Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern medical engineering and IT tools, to complex biomedical engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations. |
PLO6 | Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues to professional biomedical engineering practice. |
PLO7 | Understand the role of biomedical engineers in society regarding social, cultural, environmental and global responsibilities for sustainable development. |
PLO8 | Ability to evaluate and make appropriate professional decision by taking into account ethical principles, social and environmental responsibilities. |
PLO9 | Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities through written, oral, visual and graphical forms to colleagues and society at large. |
PLO10 | Develop leadership attributes and be committed in achieving common goals in multi-disciplinary setting using good team working skills. |
PLO11 | Ability to adapt with the latest development within the biomedical engineering field for life-long learning and continuous knowledge improvement. |
PLO12 | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of management and financial aspects of biomedical engineering and develop entrepreneurship skills. |
Entry Requirements
The minimum qualifications for candidates who intend to do a Bachelor of Engineering (Bio-Medical) are as follows:
Note : Year of entry and duration of study will be based on the credit exemptions or credit transfer awarded by the university.
Category | Specific Requirements | General Requirements |
Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM)
Results would be based on the general requirements as well as other conditions as the pre-requisites for the programme set by the university |
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Matriculation Certificates (KPM) / Asasi Sains UM Fulfil the general requirements set by the university as well as other conditions of the programme. |
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Certificates/Diplomas
Fulfill the general requirements set by the university as well as specific requirements of the programme. |
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Award Requirements
To graduate, students must:
- Attain a total of not less than 138 credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 0.
- Professional Skill Certificate (PSC)
- How to Get Yourself Employed (HTGYE)
- ISO 9001: 2008 Quality Management System Requirement (ISO)
- Occupational Safety and Health Awareness (OSHA)
- How to Manage Your Personal Finance (HTMYPF)
- Test of English Communication Skills for Graduating Students (TECS):
(i) TECS 1001 (Paper I – Oral Interaction)
(ii) TECS 1002 (Paper II – Writing)