Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Machining with Honours (UR6521006)
Overview
The Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Machining with Honours prepares you with strong practical skills for modern manufacturing and precision engineering. The program focuses on CNC machining, CADCAM integration, tooling systems, and sustainable machining practices.
The program duration is 3.5 years, structured as:
- 2.5 years at university for academic and laboratory learning
- 1 year Work-Based Learning (WBL) in industry for real working experience
You will spend most of your time in hands-on activities, supported by essential theory:
- 70% practical learning through lab work, machining tasks, and projects
- 30% theory to support technical understanding and analysis
Assessment is fully continuous:
- 100% coursework-based evaluation
- No final examination
You will learn through real machining applications, project-based tasks, and industry-relevant problems. The curriculum builds your ability to handle machining operations, analyse machinability, and produce high-precision components using advanced technologies.
The program integrates:
- CNC machining and multi-axis technology
- CADCAM design and manufacturing systems
- Tooling, jig and fixture design
- Surface finishing and heat treatment
- Sustainable machining practices
- Industry exposure through Work-Based Learning
You will complete 122 credits, including industrial training and a final industrial project in industry.
In addition, you will graduate with relevant professional certification, which strengthens your competency profile and improves employability in the machining and manufacturing industry.
This structure ensures you graduate with strong technical competence and direct industry experience, ready to contribute to manufacturing sectors from day one.
Career Path
Graduates are prepared for roles across manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and precision engineering sectors. Based on industry demand trends from JobStreet Malaysia, machining professionals are highly sought after in Malaysia.
You can pursue roles such as:
- CNC Machinist
- CNC Programmer
- Manufacturing Technologist
- Tooling Engineer
- CADCAM Specialist
- Production Engineer
- Quality Control Engineer
- Maintenance and Reliability Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Technical Supervisor
With experience, you can advance into:
- Production Manager
- Manufacturing Consultant
- Technical Trainer
- Entrepreneur in precision machining and fabrication
Subject
Year 1 – Fundamental Skills
You build core knowledge in machining fundamentals and technical drawing.
- Product Drafting and Specification (Including GD&T)
- Standard Product Precision
- Workpiece and Cutting Tool Properties
- Jig and Fixture
- Tool Setup and Refurbishment
Year 2 – Machining and Process Understanding
You develop machining capability and process evaluation skills.
- Sustainable Machining
- Assessment of Machinability
- Condition Monitoring in Machining
- Precision and Finishing in CNC Technology
- Precision and Finishing in EDM and Grinding Technology
- Prismatic CADCAM Product
Year 3 – Advanced Manufacturing and Integration
You focus on complex machining and integrated manufacturing systems.
- Multi Axis Machining
- Complex CADCAM Product
- Heat Treatment of Machined Component
- Surface Aesthetics of Machined Component
- Technopreneur Project 1 and 2
Year 4 – Industry and Professional Practice
You apply your knowledge in real industry settings and project work.
- Assembly Method
- Rework and Rehabilitation of Machined Component
- Machine Maintenance
- Project Management and Supervision
- Acts and Risk Assessment in Machining Production
- Final Industrial Project
- Industrial Training
Elective Courses
You can specialise based on your interest:
- Tool and Die Making
- Aerospace Machining
- Rapid Machining
- Human Factor Technology
- Production Planning in Machining
University Core Courses
You also develop communication, ethics, and entrepreneurship skills:
- Engineering Entrepreneurship
- Technical Communication
- Ethics and Civilization
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Co-curriculum and language courses
Graduate Advantage
By the end of the program, you will:
- Operate and program CNC machines with confidence
- Apply CADCAM tools for product manufacturing
- Analyse machining performance and optimise processes
- Understand industrial standards, safety, and risk management
- Adapt to real manufacturing environments
This program prepares you to meet current industry needs and future manufacturing challenges.
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