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Original research THE CORNERSTONE REVOLUTION: A FULLY INTEGRATED BACHELOR’S IN ENGINEERING CURRICULUM ALIGNED WITH ELEVEN PROGRAM OUTCOMESPages 229-240
Abstract
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS launched Malaysia's first Bachelor of Integrated Engineering with Honours in 2025, featuring a fully integrated curriculum aligned with 11 Programme Outcomes. This innovative program combines mechanical, electrical, electronic, and chemical engineering principles into a unified four-year structure. It addresses the critical gap between traditional single-discipline curricula and the interdisciplinary demands of modern engineering practice. Unlike conventional approaches that limit project-based learning to final-year capstone projects, this program employs a progressive four-stage learning model reinforced by systematic course mapping using SMART learning objectives. The study examines the curriculum's structure and industry alignment, comparing it with international models including Northwestern University's flexible pathways, INSA Lyon's industry-integrated program, and Purdue's dual-degree approach. The program's significant impact lies in producing engineers capable of addressing global challenges like climate change and net-zero transitions, while maintaining rigorous technical training standards. This integrated approach serves as a model for engineering education reform, effectively bridging the gap between academic preparation and real-world engineering requirements.
Keywords: Integrated Program, Engineering Education, Program Outcomes, Project-based Learning.
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Nur Dalila Rizuan, 
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