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    Master of Science in Industrial Environmental Engineering

    (JPT/BPP(R/0717/7/0003)07/29) (MQA/SWA11857)

    Introduction
    Civil and Environmental Engineering Department (CEE), Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS is offering MSc in Industrial Environmental Engineering (MIEE) from January 2020.
    This master's programme is to provide graduates and practicing engineers with advanced knowledge for water, air, and solid waste management. It includes the sustainable solutions for environmental opportunities.
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    Programme Objectives

    1. Industrial Environmental Engineering specialists with insights to articulate complex industry problems and solutions.
    2. Industry leaders with integrity towards sustainable development through continuous improvement and innovation for the betterment of society.

    Programme Outcomes


    1. Demonstrate in-depth and frontier knowledge and understanding in Industrial Environmental Engineering or practice.
    2. Critically and creatively apply knowledge in Industrial Environmental Engineering  or more fields to resolve complex disciplinary and practical problems.
    3. Conduct credible problem solving or investigation to resolve complex issues and questions in Industrial Environmental Engineering or practice.
    4. Conduct research or investigation Industrial Environmental Engineering with minimal supervision adhering to legal, ethical, professional and sustainable practice.
    5. Demonstrate leadership qualities through collaboration with peers and others.
    6. Communicate and interact effectively with peers in Industrial Environmental Engineering as well as general audience.
    7. Select and use suitable digital and analytical tool techniques to resolve problems; and
    8. Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and personal development in Industrial Environmental Engineering.

    Programme Highlights


    1. The only MSc in Malaysia focuses on Industrial Environmental Engineering

    2. Focuses on preventing, managing and providing cost effective & high efficiency solutions to industrial environmental issues through advanced physical, chemical and biological treatment technologies, renewable energy technologies, waste management and recover the byproducts which creates a circular economy cycle

    3. Offers two technical electives for specialisation area to choose for
    • Environmental Management OR;
    • Pollution Prevention

    4. ​​The programme will support the domestic Oil, Gas and Energy (OGE) National Key Economic Area (NKEA) within the government's economic transformation programme (ETP) in developing sufficient and competent human capital for the country's growing OGE industry.​

    5. The students will be equipped with a global outlook and adopt bold ambitions to contribute towards achieving global sustainability goals in line with United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals; SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, SDG 11 -Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 13 – Climate Action, and SDG 14 – Life Below Water.​

    Programme Details

    Department:  Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering​

    Intakes: January, May, and September

    Mode of Deliverance:

    Non-Modular, 12 weeks in a semester
    Min 1 year, Max 3 years
    Full Time/Full Time ODL


    Entry Requirements
    • Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Engineering Technology or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 OR;
    • When candidates with Bachelor’s of Science or Technology degrees or their equivalents (non-engineering or engineering technology) are admitted, prerequisite modules (Pass for at least Grade B) in Engineering and Engineering Technology must be offered to adequately prepare them for their advanced study. Degree holders with CGPA above 2.0 but less than 2.5 may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal assessment process.

    Apel.A field:
    • Industrial Environmental Engineering

    English Requirements
    • A minimum TOEFL score of 500 or equivalent
    • A minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent

    Pre-requisite courses

    Bachelor’s Degree from non-engineering relevant will have to take pre-requisite courses as below:

    • Mechanics of Solid
    • Structural Analysis​

    It will be conducted 100% online


    Estimated Total Cost Fee
    ​• RM 29,550 (Malaysian)
    • RM 38,600 (International)

    Programme Curriculum Structure and Programme Module Synopsis

    MSc Industrial Environmental Engineering (Conventional mode)

    SEMESTER 1

    CODE

    COURSE

    CR

    TYPE

    ZBM5013

     Advanced Biological Wastewater Treatment

    3

    Core

    ZBM 5033

    Sludge Management and Disposal

    3

    UR

    DAM5363

    Data Analyt​​ics

    3

     Core

    SNB/OAU5052

    Project Management

    2

    UR

     SNB/OAN5032

     Research Methodology

    2

    UR 

    Total

    12

    SEMESTER 2

    CODE

    COURSE

    CR

    TYPE

    ZBM 5053

    Advanced Physical-Chemical Treatment Technologies

    3 

    Core

    ZBM 5063

    Renewable Energy Technology

     3

    Core

    ZBM 5073

    Research Project I

     3

    Core

    ZBM 5XX3

    Major Elective I

    3 

    Elective

    ZBM 5XX3

    Major Elective II

    3 

    Elective 

    Total

    15

    SEMESTER 3

    CODE

    COURSE

    CR

    TYPE

    ZBM 5083

    Air Pollution Prevention and Control

     3

     Core

    ZBM 5097

    Research Project II

     7

     Core

    ZBM 5XX3

    Major Elective III

     3

    Elective 

    Total

    13

    Core courses

    Advanced Biological Wastewater Treatment

    This course covers the advanced technologies for biological wastewater treatment in removal of biological nitrogen and phosphorus. Wastewater pumping, anaerobic treatment, industrial wastestreams and their treatment.

    Sludge Management and Disposal

    Treatment and disposal of sludge are major factors in design and operations of all wastewater treatment plants. The knowledge of sludge management and disposal is crucial to understand the final stage of treatment in a wastewater treatment plant and to handle the sludge disposal in an appropriate manner.

    Environmental Hazardous Substances and Waste Management

    This course discusses the issues related to municipal and hazardous waste and integrated management of these kinds of waste. It deals the selection and application of suitable methods to achieve the specific waste management objectives and goals. The course covers the solid and hazardous waste issues in Malaysia and abroad, solid and hazardous waste generation reduction, reuse, separation, recycling, collection and transportation, solid and hazardous waste treatment techniques and technologies, incineration and land disposal.

    Advanced Physical-Chemical Treatment Technologies

    Overview of the physical and chemical process to treat industrial wastewater as well as sludge. The focused processes include chemical precipitation, coagulation-flocculation, filtration, adsorption, adsorption, disinfection, nitrogen removal, ion exchange, membrane process, and chemical oxidation.

    Renewable Energy Technology

    Constant depletion of fossil fuels worldwide has led to the search for alternative and renewable sources of energy. This course focuses on the technological and environmental aspects of emerging sources of energy, viz., hydropower, wind, oceanic, solar, geothermal, and biomass. The suitability of each technology will be investigated. On completion of the course, students will have a good understanding of emerging energy sources.

    Air Pollution Prevention and Control

    This course will discuss the basic chemical processes occurring in each region of the atmosphere and the difference between primary and secondary air pollutants and determine the dominant effect of air and list effects on human health. Introduction of air pollution model based on their advantages and disadvantages will explain why a clear and correct understanding of atmospheric science is critical for formulating effective air quality policy.

    Research Project I

    This module focuses on the project proposal preparation, i.e. literature review, problem statement formulation, research objectives and scope, methods (e.g. numerical, experimental, etc.) required to achieve the research objectives, reporting and project proposal defence examination.

    Research Project II

    This module focuses on the implementation of the research project, i.e. data aquisition, results analysis & interpretation, research planning and management, reporting & presentation and continuing professional development.

    Elective courses

    Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Management

    The course provides an introduction to climate change, carbon footprinting and energy management. It presents an overview of different methodologies (e.g. the Greenhouse Gas Protocol) to identify, quantify and account for GHG emissions and plan actions to reduce them.

    Environmental Impact and Risk Management

    Environmental Impact and Risk Assessment (EIRA) is an important tool for public and private development and planning decisions toward creating a sustainable society. EIRA also provide tools that assist in the anticipation and minimization of development’s negative effects and risks. Undertaken in the early stages of project planning and design, EIRA helps shape development in a manner that best suits the local environment and is most responsive to human needs.

    Environmental Management System for Industries

    Overview of Environmental Management System (EMS), environmental legislation, Industry and the Environment, Environmental Management System series of Standard (EMS/ISO14000)

    Contaminated Site Assessment and Remediation

    The aim of this course is to create awareness of the occurrence of and risks posed by contaminants in contaminated soil and groundwater remediation issues and to develop basic engineering skills and knowledge required to identify appropriate groundwater protection and remediation strategies for the contaminated soil and groundwater. 

    Spill Prevention and Control

    The aim of this course is to create awareness on the occurrence of solid,liquid and gas spills from industries, and to develop basic engineering skills and knowledge required to provide appropriate prevention and control of such spills as well as the preparation and implementation of spill plan.

    Integrated Solid Waste Management

    This course discusses the issues related to municipal waste and integrated solid waste management of these kinds of waste. It deals the selection and application of suitable methods to achieve the specific waste management objectives and goals. The course is divided into several topics such as: solid waste issues in Malaysia and abroad, solid and waste generation rate, reduction, reuse, separation, recycling, collection and transportation, solid waste treatment techniques and technologies, incineration and design of landfill for disposal.

    Care​er Prospects

    • Academics from local and overseas universities
    • Government representatives
    • Industry practitioners
    • Representative from accreditation & statutory bodies.
    • Local & International experts
    • Consultants

    Contact Information

    Programme Manager
    Assoc Prof Dr Muhammad Raza Ul Mustafa 
    Email: raza.mustafa@utp.edu.my
    Direct Line: ​+6053687359 .

    Academic Executive
    Mr Abdul Hafiz Mohd Arif
    Email: hafiz.arif@utp.edu.my
    Direct Line: +6053687362

    General Inquiries
    Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman
    Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my
    Direct Line: +6053688192​​​​