SELF-ASSESSMENT REPORT DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (DIPLOMA KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL)

Abstract

This Self-Assessment Report (SAR) has been prepared for the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering programme offered by Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah (PSA). The report serves as a comprehensive document to demonstrate the programme’s commitment towards academic excellence, continuous quality improvement, and compliance with the standards and requirements established by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC), Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The preparation of this report involved the collective efforts and collaboration of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, academic staff, management team, industry partners, students, alumni, and supporting personnel. The report highlights various aspects of the programme, including curriculum development, teaching and learning processes, facilities, student achievements, industry collaborations, quality management systems, and continuous improvement initiatives that support the development of competent and industry-ready graduates. This SAR reflects PSA’s aspiration to remain a leading TVET institution that is responsive to technological advancements and industrial needs, particularly in the field of industrial packaging and mechanical engineering. It is hoped that this report will provide clear evidence of the programme’s strengths, achievements, and future direction in producing holistic, skilled, and competitive graduates who are able to contribute effectively to the nation’s industrial and economic development. The Department of Mechanical Engineering would like to express its sincere appreciation to all individuals and organizations who have contributed directly and indirectly towards the successful preparation of this report.