Transcript for illustration purpose only - Faculty of Computer Science and

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AN OVERVIEW OF FCSIT (FSKTM)
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Computer Centre was officially formed in – 1965. Mainly for the provision of
computer facilities and services.
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Dec 1969 - The Computer Centre took on an additional role of teaching and
research of computer science and information technology.
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1974 - Diploma in Computer Science postgraduate programme was introduced.
With the inception in the 1974/75 session to the 1999/2001 session, a total of 304
students had been awarded the Diploma.
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Along the way, started in 1985 – Bachelor Degree as well as Master of Computer
Science and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes were introduced.
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April 1993 - proposed for the establishment of a faculty
establishment of the Faculty on Sept 1994.
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From Semester I, 1995/1996 Academic Session, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Master
of Computer Science & Master of Library & Information Science Programme has
been offered.
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For Semester I, 2013/2014 Academic Session, now is Batch 37.
- FCSIT. Formalized the
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ABOUT THE FACULTY
Academic Staff:
78
Admin and
Technical Staff:
40
Undergraduates:
Postgraduates:
370
503
(15% International)
(49% International)
PhD students:
198
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FACULTY ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
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PROGRAMME OFFERED
Departments
Artificial
Intelligence
Information
System
Computer
System &
Technology
Software
Engineering
Library &
Information
Science
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
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Master of Computer Science
Master of Software Engineering
Master of Library and Information Science
Doctor of Philosophy
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DURATION OF PROGRAMME
The duration of studies depends on a particular programme
and the progress of the individual student. Basically, the
minimum and maximum periods are as follows:
Programme
Duration
Master’s
PhD
Minimum
2 or 3 semesters
4 semesters
Maximum
8 semesters
12 semesters
* Average
4 semesters
6 semesters
*Average semesters are the length of time when candidates
usually completed their programme.
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DIRECTIONS OF THE FACULTY
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Increasing emphasis on quality education
 Graduate within 4 semesters (Masters) / 8 semesters (PhD)
(financial rewards for early completion for PhD students)
 Have the necessary knowledge and soft skills
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Increasing emphasis on research and publication
 Incentives for students doing research, e.g. financial support,
conference participation, publication, etc.
 Increased facilities.
 Extra space for Postgraduate in the Wisma R&D.
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Graduate On Time (GOT) Schedule
For Masters By Mixed Mode Candidates
Semester
Activities
Output
Semester 1
Register for Part I: Courses
• Attend Bahasa Melayu course*
• Attend English Language course**
• Complete all courses in Semester I and Semester II
• Attend relevant workshops/ research seminars (Compulsory:
EndNote, Turnitin, Stylewriter)
• Come up with a study plan to decide on programme specific and
elective courses to take as suitable foundation for research area of
interest
OUTPUT OF SEM 1:
• Completed Bahasa Melayu course
• Completed English Language course
• Completed a portion of required courses
• Familiarized
with
EndNote,
Turnitin,
Stylewriter
Semester 2
• Complete all courses in Semester I and Semester II
• Consult Coordinator/supervisor to determine broad area of interest
to research on.
• Choose a research topic from a list collated by programme
coordinator.
OUTPUT OF SEM 2:
• Completed all courses
• Familiarized
with
EndNote,
Stylewriter
• Identified research topic
Register for Part II : Dissertation
• Prepare and present proposal
• Research Plan (Gantt Chart)
• Prepare research instruments (if applicable)
• Plan data collection procedures (identify research site, seek
permission)
• Collect Data/conduct experiment
• Analyse Data
• Expand Research Proposal into drafts of Chapters 1, 2, 3
• Finalize Draft of Chapter 1 (Introduction) and 3 (Methodology)
OUTPUT OF SEM 3:
• Research Proposal Approved by Panel
• Completed draft of chapters1, 2 & 3
(Approved by supervisor)
• Collected data.
• Analysed data
Semester 3
Turnitin,
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Graduate On Time (GOT) Schedule
For Masters By Mixed Mode Candidates
Semester
Activities
Output
Semester 4
• Begin Chapter 4 (Results/Analysis) and Chapter 5 (Discussion and
Conclusion)
• Prepare and present Candidature Defence
• Submit 3 months notice
• Finalize all chapters
• Submit dissertation for examination
OUTPUT OF SEM 5:
• Reviewed and completed all chapters
(Approved by supervisor)
• Completed Candidature Defense
• Submitted 3 months’ notice.
• Submitted dissertation for examination
Semester 5
Exam Committee meeting
Outcome of Exam Committee meeting
Notes:
Monitoring Panel
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4.
Chairman & 1 member who is an expert in the field and a supervisor. A fourth member is allowed to be appointed if
necessary.
The same panel should follow through the proposal presentation and Candidature Defence.
It is strongly recommended that one member is appointed as internal examiner.
The main responsibilities of the panel should include the following:a) Advise the student to improve the research proposal.
b) Monitor the progress of the student
c) Improve the research plan.
*Applicable to all international candidates.
** Applicable to international candidates who are writing their dissertation in languages other than English.
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CANDIDATURE REQUIREMENTS
• For Master’s by Coursework & Dissertation (Mixed-Mode)
i.
Proposal Presentation
a. Proposal presentation at the beginning of the research
component
ii. Candidature Defense Presentation
a. Present research progress in a Candidature Defence
session
b. Faculty Regulation : 12 months after registration date
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FOR COURSEWORK PART
Marking Scheme
For intake starting 2009 onwards for Master Programmes only.
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FOR COURSEWORK PART
Conditional Pass
A Conditional Pass means a pass in the
course concerned if the CGPA is 3.0 or
greater in the semester which the course is
taken.
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FOR COURSEWORK PART
ALERT
Failed and Terminated
A candidate may be terminated from his programme of study if
he/she-
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ii.
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does not achieve after three attempts the minimum pass grade for
all courses for which the Faculty has made compulsory to obtain in
order to pass;
has obtained a GPA of less than 3.00 (even though more than
2.00) for three consecutive Normal Semesters.
has obtained a GPA of less than 2.00 in two consecutive Normal
Semesters.
University Of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulation 2010, Page 26
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FOR COURSEWORK PART
Academic Probationary Period
Any candidate with a GPA below 3.00 in any semester shall be given a
Probation and will be placed under an Academic Probationary Period in
the following normal semester.
The Period shall continue until the candidate has achieved a GPA of 3.00.
University Of Malaya (Masters Degree) Regulation 2010, Page 26
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SCHOLARSHIP FOR RESEARCH CANDIDATES
Contact: Scholarship Unit, IPS, Mr. Mohd Hadi Jantan @ 03 – 7967 4605/4604
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POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH
EXCELLENCE SYMPOSIUM (PGRES)
MAY 2011
– Postgraduate Research Excellence Symposium (PGReS)
was introduced. In the year of 2011 to 2013, 163 students have
presented their research works.
AIM
To assist students in achieving excellence in research.
OBJECTIVES
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To facilitate students activities towards ISI publication
To provide a platform for student to exercise presentation skills
To increase students contributions of publication in ISI Journal
To improve students technical writing skills
http://pgres.fsktm.um.edu.my/
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PG ACHIEVEMENTS
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH EXCELLENCE SYMPOSIUM (PGRES)
Winners of PGRES 2012
Winners of PGRES 2013
Department of Artificial Intelligence
LIM CHERN HONG (WHA110010)
Department of Artificial Intelligence
ELFIZAR (WHA090033)
Department of Computer and System Technology
ABDUL NASIR KHAN (WHA110003)
Department of Computer and System Technology
ZOHREH SANAEI MOGHADDAM (WHA100049)
Department of Library and Information Science
NAHID BAYAT (WHA090035)
Department of Library and Information Science
HUSRIATI HUSSAIN (WGB100012)
Department of Information System
GAN KENG HOON (WHA050004)
Department of Information System
SHAHARUL ANWAR SHAFIE (WHA100047)
Department of Software Engineering
SIMA ZAMANI (WHA100046)
Department of Software Engineering
SAIF UR REHMAN KHAN (WHA110022)
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PG ACHIEVEMENTS
UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA THREE MINUTE THESIS (UM3MT) – FACULTY LEVEL
FSKTM 3MT 2012
FSKTM 3MT 2013
WINNER
MR. SAEED REZA AGHABOZORGI SAHAF YAZDI
(WHA080005)
SV : DR. TEH YING WAH
WINNER
MR. MUHAMMAD SHIRAZ
(WHA100052)
SV : ASSOC. PROF. DR. ABDULLAH GANI
1ST RUNNER UP
SAMAN MIRZA ABDULLA
(WHA080028)
SV : ASSOC. PROF. DR. MISS LAIHA MAT KIAH
1ST RUNNER UP
MRS. AMINEH AMINI
(WHA090004)
SV : ASSOC. PROF. DR. TEH YING WAH
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FACULTY FACILITIES
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At FCSIT, our classrooms and laboratories are
equipped with sophisticated computers and
audio-visual tools.
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Our wireless networks are available from any
classrooms, laboratories and the foyers of the
faculty’s building.
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Our e-learning system called Spectrum is used
intensively in the delivery of all courses.
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The faculty has its own library, canteen and surau
and there is shuttle bus service in campus.
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All students are privileged to access UM’s library
and other well known digital libraries for free.
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Students also have free access to UM Sports
Centre and many more.
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FACULTY LIBRARY
Level 1, Block A (Main Building)
Librarian Assistants :
1. Mrs. Sedigheh Famil Dardashti
2. Ms. Maryam Alsadat Derakshan
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FACULTY FACILITIES
Main Office
Foyer
CCNA Labs
Cafeteria
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THE OUTLOOK
Web of Science Journals
Specialized Research Labs
MJCS
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IMPROVEMENTS ON FACILITIES (1)
7 0 .9
in . x
3 1 .5
in .
Up
• A ‘leisure space’
is in the making….
• Location :
First Floor, Block B
(Annex Building).
H
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FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSE ONLY
Site view : Student Concourse
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FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSE ONLY
Pantry space will be provided
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FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSE ONLY
Photostat / printing & Vending Machine will be provided for students
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Leisure space and discussion area
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Front view : Student Concourse
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IMPROVEMENTS ON FACILITIES (2)
• The faculty is also in the process of
upgrading/replacing the computers
for PhD and research labs.
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KEEP IT CLEAN
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REMINDERS
• Please register for your courses as per schedule
– refer to Institute Graduate Studies (IGS) website (www.ips.um.edu.my)
• Please sign up for SISWAMAIL when you register – much of communication
from the University and IGS will be through e-mail / mailing list using your
SISWAMAIL address
• Sign up for your program mailing list
[email protected] (MCS)
[email protected] (MLIS)
[email protected] (MSE)
[email protected] (PHD)
• Important communication from the faculty will be through mailing list
• Check your e-mail at least once a day; messages from UMMAIL will be
removed after one week
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REMINDERS
Please read :
1. The Laboratory Regulations <Link>
2. Programme Handbook: <Link>
3. Postgraduate Rules & Regulation : <Link>
4. Student Dress Code : <Link>
5. FCSIT - Postgraduate Activities : <Link>
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DISPLAY STUDENT CARD IN CAMPUS
(INCLUDING WISMA R&D)
Purposes :
1. Identification
2. Book borrowing
3. Other matters that will be enforced from time
to time
Note : Element of fine will be implemented in the
nearer future to those who disobey.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit the Faculty website http://www.fsktm.um.edu.my
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
• Academic matters:
Program Coordinators
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PhD:
MSE:
MCS:
MLIS:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Miss Laiha Mat Kiah - [email protected]
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zarinah Mohd Kasirun - [email protected]
Dr. Sri Devi d/o Ravana
- [email protected]
Dr. Kiran Kaur d/o Gurmit Singh
- [email protected]
• Program Administrative matters
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PhD:
MCS :
MSE :
MLIS:
Mr. Mazrulhisham Mat Yusuf
Mrs. Norhazariah Husin
Mrs. Norhafidzan Ahmad
Mrs. Norazirah Mohd Supi
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
- [email protected]
• General Administrative Matters
• Deputy Dean (Postgraduate)
: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Miss Laiha Mat Kiah
• Senior Assistant Registrar : Mrs. Nor Azian Abdul Bari
[email protected]
• Assistant Office Secretary : Mrs. Noordalilia Ilyana Kiwam [email protected]
Contact No : 03 -7967 6307 / 6306 / 6380 / 6316 / 6311
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CONFERENCE/SEMINAR
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR
ATTENDING A CONFERENCE/SEMINAR
FOR POSTGRADUATE CANDIDATES
 For SUBSEQUENT APPLICATION, an evidence that a
paper HAS BEEN PUBLISHED in an ISI journal needs to
be provided.
Downloadable Form at www.fsktm.um.edu.my
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WARNING !
IRRESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOUR
AND
ABUSIVE / VULGAR WORDS
SERIOUS THOUGHT…
Disciplinary action can be taken.
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CLASS INFORMATION
Class : WXGC6110 (Object-Oriented Techniques)
Lecturer : Dr. Chiam Yin Kia
Day : Tuesday
Time : 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Venue : Tutorial Room 3 (BT 3), Block B, FCSIT
Please be informed that the above class will
commence on 17th September 2013, Tuesday
(week 2).
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