Apart from theories, students will hands-on the experience in practical sessions in the laboratory. Students are required to undergo an industrial training to enhance their knowledge on the real challenge in the industrial world and related services.On top of that, they have to conduct a research project and submit the thesis upon completion of the degree programme.
The objectives of the program are:
Course offered:
Core courses
Chemical Process Calculations
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Bioresource as Industrial Raw Materials
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Basic Bioresource Science and Technology
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Bioresource Based Products
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Bioresource Technology Laboratory I & II
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Pulp Production and Paper Recycling
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Stock Preparation and Papermaking
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Additives and Paper Properties
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Paper Technology Laboratory I & II
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Basic Coatings Technology
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Raw Materials and Coatings Chemistry
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Coatings Process and Equipment
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Coatings Technology Laboratory I & II
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Furniture Manufacturing
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Wood Engineering
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Elective courses
Process Heat Transfer
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Process Fluid Mechanics
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Advanced Paper Technology - Instrumental Analysis For Pulp and Paper
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Advanced Technology of Coatings
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Fibre and Lignocellulosic Composite
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Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Product Development
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Environmental, Health and Safety Legislation
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Industrial Waste Management
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Industrial Quality Management
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Experimental Design with Computer Application
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Renewable Biomass
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SPM+STPM+MUET or its equiv.
Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology graduates are employed by various industries, especially those related to wood, furniture, panel, pulp, paper, paperboard, recycling, inks, paints, adhesives, resins, coatings and packaging materials. Other employment opportunities for graduates are in electronic, automotive companies, marketing and public sectors. The choice of work covers a wide spectrum. Graduates are placed in management, research, engineering, marketing, and production. Positions include process engineering, product development engineering, technical service engineering, research scientist, a range of production supervisors and quality control.
The Table below shows some examples career prospect for Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology graduates.
Job titles/options |
General job title: bioresource, paper or coatings technologist.
a) Technical: product development; process development; packaging technologist; quality analyst, quality assurance technologist. b) Production: production supervisor/executive/manager. c) Commercial management: sales and marketing manager/executive; management trainee. d)Training/teaching and development; government regulatory bodies. |
Typical Job responsibilities |
Product development: converting an idea into a product that the consumer can safely enjoy.
Process development: taking a newly created product from the laboratory into the factory and onto the production line where it will be manufactured at high volume with minimum alteration to the product specification. Quality control or assurance: ensuring safety and quality of the product through all stages of production to final packaging. Production: ensuring smooth running of the manufacturing process, where different raw materials are transformed into finished products whilst maintaining the high quality and safety standards demanded by customer. Marketing: creating, maintaining and increasing of consumer demand for company’s products. |
Typical Requirement |
a) B. Sc. or B.Tech. Degree in Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology (or other technical degree).
b) Good interpersonal skills; self-starters who are eager to learn and implement; clear, logical thinking and communications; ability to think long term and strategically; problem solving ability; leadership ability; a team player. |
Examples of hiring companies |
Donghwa Malaysia, ICI, Top Glove, Malayan Adhesive and Chemical, GS Paper and Packaging, Nibong Tebal Paper Mill, Muda Paper Mill, Forest Research Institute of Malaysia, Malaysian Timber Industry Board, Malaysian Palm Oil Board, Malaysia Agriculture Research and Development Institute, USM, UiTM, UPM.
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