No 1

Final Year Project Title Engineering properties of lightweight concrete (different density) with ash (different type) as filler

Supervisor Dr Lim Siong Kang

Description / Objective / Scope Study the effects of various types of ashes as filler in lightweight concrete with different densities as well as different curing conditions

No. of students 5 to 7

Equipment Required Casting and testing apparatus and instruments

Suitable for Courses CI

Remarks (if any )

Microstructural behaviour of lightweight foamed concrete

Dr Lim Siong Kang

Study the microstructure of foamed concrete which related to its strength properties as well as durability.

1 to 3

Casting and testing apparatus and instruments. SEM machine or optic microscope Casting and testing apparatus and instruments. SEM machine or optic microscope, testing Casting and acoustic apparatus and instruments. Structural magnus frame, hacking hammer, bar bending and bar cutting machines Casting and testing apparatus and instruments. Structural magnus frame, hacking hammer, bar bending Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Acoustic behaviour of lightweight foamed concrete

Dr Lim Siong Kang

Study the sound insulation of foamed concrete which related to its microstructure

1 to 2

CI

Development of cementitious grout material for concrete repair

Dr Lim Siong Kang

Develop of cement grout and study the engineering properties of the grout. You might need to cast the structure beams and test for its structural integrity after remedial work by using the grout developed.

2 to 3

CI

Development of resin grout material for concrete repair

Dr Lim Siong Kang

Develop of resin grout and study the engineering properties of the grout. You might need to cast the structure beams and test for its structural integrity after remedial work by using the grout developed.

2 to 3

CI

Effect of feed water temperature on RO membrane system performance through a computer software

Koo Chai Hoon 1) To investigate the effect of various feed water temperature on RO membrane system performance 2) To determine the feed temperature in achieving optimum permeate water quantity

CI

Effect of feed saliinity on RO membrane system performance through a computer software

Koo Chai Hoon To investigate the effect of various feed salinity on RO membrane system performance 2) To determine the feed salinity in achieving optimum permeate water quantity

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual.

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Optimisation of the design of RO membrane through a computer software

Koo Chai Hoon To identify the order of feed water constituents being omitted by RO membrane system

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Study on the cost effectiveness of an existing water recycling plant using a computer software

Koo Chai Hoon To evaluate the cost effectivenes of an existing water recycling plant

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Study on the relationship between Koo Chai Hoon To determine the specific energy requirement to produce specific energy and water recovery of a given volume of water. RO membrane

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Reduction of TDS and hardness using RO membrane system through a computer software

Koo Chai Hoon To determine the parameters affecting the reduction of TDS and hardness.

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Effect of concentration of total solids on the reduction of sludge amount produced Optimisation of total suspended solids removal by dissolved air flotation

Koo Chai Hoon To investigate the effect of total solids on the reduction of sludge amount produced

Koo Chai Hoon To determine the optimum parameters in removing total suspended solids using experimental method

Sample collection and testing; experimental work. Anaerobic digestion Sample collection and testing; experimental work. Dissolved air flotation Sample collection and testing.

CI

CI

Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have ability to stand for dirt and sewage as well as strong commitment and selfmotivated. Candidate must have ability to stand for dirt and sewage as well as strong commitment and selfmotivated. Candidate must have ability to stand for dirt and sewage as well as strong commitment and selfmotivated. Candidate must be willing to work in soil laboratory. Candidate must be willing to work in soil laboratory. Candidate must be willing to work in soil laboratory.

Potential use of sewage effluent in landscape plant

Koo Chai Hoon To study the potential use of sewage effluent in landscape plant

CI

Modification of Sand Permeability through Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation Improvement of Sand Strength through Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation Modification of Residual Soil Permeability through Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation

Lee Min Lee

To investigate the effectiveness of microbially induced calcite prepitation in modifying the permeability of sand. To investigate the effectiveness of microbially induced calcite prepitation in improving the shear strength of sand. To investigate the effectiveness of microbially induced calcite prepitation in modifying the permeability of typical residual soil.

Standard soil testing equipments Standard soil testing equipments Standard soil testing equipments

CI

Lee Min Lee

CI

Lee Min Lee

CI

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Improvement of Residual Soil Strength through Microbially Induced Calcite Precipitation Case Study of Rainfall-Induced Landslide in Hulu Kelang Area

Lee Min Lee

Lee Min Lee

To investigate the effectiveness of microbially induced calcite prepitation in improving the shear strength of typical residual soil. To investigate the mechanisms of rainfall-induced slope failure in Hulu Kelang area through an in-depth analysis on a selected study case. To study the capillary barrier effect in a soil cover system that subjected to rainfall infiltration.

Standard soil testing equipments Geotechnical modeling software, e.g. Seep/W, Slope/W Geotechnical modeling software, e.g. Seep/W, Slope/W Programming software Standard soil testing equipments Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Candidate must be willing to work in soil laboratory.

CI

Numerical Assessment on Infiltration Characteristics of Sloping Cover with Capillary Barrier Effect A Web-Based Early Warning System for Rainfall-Induced Landslide Consolidation behaviours of CementTreated Clay PMP Derivation and Flood Routing for Reservoir

Lee Min Lee

CI

Lee Min Lee

To develop a web-based program to predict the occurrence of landslide. To investigate the consolidation behaviours of clay treated with cement. 1) to review the state of the art PMP/PMF derivation 2) To determine the flood rise for dams in safety review

CI

Lee Min Lee

CI

The ideal candidate would be a student with good programming skill. Candidate must be willing to work in soil laboratory. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual. Candidate must have interest in working with computer software and data analysis; candidate must be able to work independently, self-motivated and hardworking to explore the software manual.

Heng HH

CI

Retroffiting Water Supply reservoir to Hydropower

Heng HH

1) to review the status of water supply dams in Malaysia 2) To determine the flood rise for dams in safety review

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Review of Export coefficients in Malaysia

Heng HH

1) to review the status of export coefficients in Malaysia 2) to derive export coefficients

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

Regionalization techniques in water resource engineering

Heng HH

1) to review the state-of-the-art regionalization technique 2) to estimate regionalizaiton parameters

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

sedimentation issues in Malaysia

Heng HH

1) to review the state of the art technqiues in sedimentation analysis

Computer software and previous literature data

CI

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No 1 2

Final Year Project Title A Case Study of Parking Problem in FES campus An optimization of traffic signal timing under self similarity arrival pattern

Supervisor

Description / Objective / Scope

A study on the bus transit system performance

The development of Sustainable Transportation concept

Dr. Khoo Hooi -a survey study on the parking problem of FES campus Ling Dr. Khoo Hooi -to use the genetic algorithm to optimize a single isolated traffic signal timing Ling '-to use the cell transmission model to simulate the traffic propagation Dr. Khoo Hooi -to analyse the headway adherence of bus services '-to study the contributing factors to dwell time Ling '-to develop miscroscopic simulation modeling for bus '-to develop the bus-car demand function Dr. Khoo Hooi -to study the factors contributing to a sustainable transportation system Ling '-to analyse the relationship among these factors 'to carry out survey study to ask for experts' opinion Supervisor Description / Objective / Scope

No. of students 2 2

Equipment Required -video camera -Microsoft visual C++ software

Suitable for Courses CI CI

Remarks (if any ) Have been booked by students -students must have interest and knowledge in programming using any C/C++ commands -students must have interest in simulation modeling '-students with own transport is an added advantage None

-Paramics '-video camera

CI

None

CI

No 1

Final Year Project Title Environmental Life Cycle Assessments UTAR campus sustainability

Ms.Lam Foong To be discussed Sin Ms.Lam Foong To be discussed Sin Ms.Lam Foong To be discussed Sin Ms.Lam Foong To be discussed Sin

No. of Suitable for Equipment Required students Courses Up to 4 max All engineering courses Up to 4 max All engineering courses CI All engineering courses

Remarks (if any )

3 4

Bamboo as alternative building material Community Service Learning: Buidling hands-on science interactives for primary schools Final Year Project Title Investigation on efficiency of metakaolin on concrete Investigation on efficiency of egg shell powder on concrete Study on workability and strength properties of mortar using used oil motor and superplasticizer Final Year Project Title

Up to 4 max Up to 6 max

No 1 2 3

Supervisor

Description / Objective / Scope

Pan Wang Fook Study on optimum replacement levels and its effect on durability of concrete Pan Wang Fook Study on optimum replacement levels and its effect on durability of concrete Pan Wang Fook Investigate the effect of motor oil on properties of mortar as compared to superplasticizer

No. of students 2 2 2

Equipment Required

Suitable for Courses CI CI CI

Remarks (if any ) Physical labour is required Physical labour is required Physical labour is required

No

Supervisor

Description / Objective / Scope

No. of students

Equipment Required

Suitable for Courses

Remarks (if any )

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Reviewing design, fabrication and construction methodology for wide span steel roof truss for safety considerations with focus on lateral buckling / unbalanced rotational effect

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of steel roof truss system. 2) To study the manufacture and fabrication of steel truss components, for safe design. 3) To compare the use of different types of truss systems for wide roof construction, as applied and built safely. Scope: 1) Analytical and expert study on steel roof truss system, from a manufacturer's and constructor's point of view.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Steel Design and Construction Technology subjects. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand on the use of simple analytical modeling using software.

Investigative studies into the effect of strong wind in analysis and design for wide span steel roof truss

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of steel roof truss system. 2) To study the manufacture and fabrication of steel truss components, for safe design to high wind conditions. 3) To compare the use of different types of truss systems for wide roof construction, as applied and built at locations exposed to high winds. Scope: 1) Analytical and expert study on steel roof truss system, from a designer's and constructor's point of view.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Steel Design and Construction Technology subjects. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand on the use of simple analytical modeling using software.

Investigative studies into the effect of strong wind in analysis and design for high lattice towers

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of truss system in lattice towers. 2) To study the manufacture and fabrication of steel truss components, for safe design to high wind conditions. 3) To compare the use of different types of truss systems for high tower construction, as applied and built at locations exposed to high winds. Scope: 1) Analytical and expert study on steel tower truss system, from a designer's and constructor's point of view. Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of RC flat slab floor system. 2) To model the proposed flat slab floors using simple analytical and design modeling by software. 3) To compare the numerical and analytical results in computed output with existing standards. Scope: 1) Analytical and numerical study on RC flat slab floor system.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Steel Design and Construction Technology subjects. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand on the use of simple analytical modeling using software.

Reviewing design considerations for punching shear failures in RC flat slabs in multi-storey buildings

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand the use of simple analytical and design modeling using software.

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Reviewing design considerations for punching shear failures in prestressed concrete flat slabs in multi-storey buildings

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Investigate design considerations for demolition work in RC framed multistorey buildings with focus on beamcolumn-slab components

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Investigative studies into the methodology and sequencing in undertaking safe and effective demolition work of high-rise RC buildings from consultant's / contractor's viewpoint

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Developing seismic response spectra for design considerations in local construction practices due to far field seismic effects

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of prestressed concrete flat slab floor system. 2) To model the proposed flat slab floors using simple analytical and design modeling by software. 3) To compare the numerical and analytical results in computed output with existing standards. Scope: 1) Analytical and numerical study on prestressed concrete flat slab floor system. Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis and design of RC framed building structures for demolition works. 2) To model the proposed RC structural frame using simple analytical and design modeling by software. 3) To compare the numerical and analytical results in computed output with existing standards. Scope: 1) Analytical and numerical study on RC multi-storey frame building system for demolition works. Objective: 1) To investigate the proper methodology and sequencing of work in carrying out demolition of high rise RC building structures. 2) To model the proposed RC structural frame using simple analytical and design modeling by software. 3) To compare the numerical and analytical results in computed output with existing standards. Scope: 1) Analytical and numerical study on RC multi-storey frame building system for demolition works. Objective: 1) To investigate the general and unique methodology in developing seismic response spectra for earthquakes. 2) To study the need for design considerations for seismic effect in Malaysian context. 3) To compare the measured magnitude of seismic effect from far field effect, with provisions in current standards. Scope: 1) Study and develop seismic response spectra in local conditions under far field effect, and compare its accuracy with methods in international standards.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand the use of simple analytical and design modeling using software. Students who have taken Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand the use of simple analytical and design modeling using software. Students who have taken Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand the use of simple analytical and design modeling using software. Students who have taken Steel and Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand on the use of simple analytical modeling using software.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

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Investigative study on RC building structures' performance to far field seismic effects

Ir Dr Jeffrey Chiang

Objective: 1) To investigate the analysis for seismic actions in buildings and infrastructures. 2) To study the need for design considerations for seismic effect in Malaysian context. 3) To compare the measured magnitude of seismic effect from far field effect, with provisions in current standards. Scope: 1) Analytical and numerical study on structural responses to far field seismic effect, and design considerations to counter them.

Computer, Simple Analytical Modelling Software (e.g. ETABS software, STRAP software, etc)

CI

Students who have taken Steel and Concrete Design subjects, and Structural Analysis subject. Keen interest in reading a lot of books and analyze data. Able to create Excel calculation Spreadsheet. Able to self-study and understand on the use of simple analytical modeling using software.

No 1

Final Year Project Title Analysis of the water quality in Malaysia lake/river water

Supervisor Lee Khia Min

Description / Objective / Scope To analysis water constituents in the polluted water and to determine its quality through WQI

No. of students 4

Equipment Required Sample collection and testing; experimental work. Sample preparation and testing

Suitable for Courses CI / CL

Remarks (if any ) Candidate must have interest in water analysis that could be applied in the environmental field. Candidate must have interest in waste utilisation that could be applied in the environmental field. Remarks (if any )

Potential use of agricultural waste in waste water treatment

Lee Khia Min

To evaluate the potential use of the agricultural waste in the field of wastewater.

CI / CL

No

Final Year Project Title

Supervisor

Description / Objective / Scope To acquire an in-depth understanding of earthquake in one study so as o provide basis for acceptance or otherwise the importance of earthquake engineering in Malaysia To acquire an in-depth understanding of earthquake in one study so as o provide basis for acceptance or otherwise the importance of earthquake engineering in Malaysia

No. of students

Equipment Required

Suitable for Courses

Study if earthquake engineering should be treated seruiously in Malaysia and taught formally in its universities Examine based on previous experience the damaging effects earthquakes have on engineering structurs and suggest their counteractive measures student) Review critically earthquake resistance methods in existence before examine closely the usefulness of base isolation technique Investigate the mechanism of existing rubber bearing base isolators for earthquake resistance and suggest possible methods for their improvement (for 1 student)

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

Computer and reference books

CI

The findings of the study may form part of a policy paper

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

Computer and reference books

CI

The outcome may contribute towards earthquake engineering

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

To acquire an in-depth understanding of earthquake in one study so as o provide basis for acceptance or otherwise the importance of earthquake engineering in Malaysia

Computer and reference books

CI

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

1
To complement the current effort of drafting the first Malaysian earthquake code by beefing up the understanding of base isolation aspect of the code

Computer and reference books

CI, ME

The results of the study may be adopted in the 'National Annex of Malaysia Earthquake code currently under preparation. Essentially a vibration-related project where its findings may contribute towards base isolation earthquake resistance technology

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5 Develop a small-scale shaking table suitable for earthquake resistance study (for 2 students) 6 Develop a scaled model suitable for softground engineering and ground consolidation investigation (for 2 students) Detailed investigation to identify the order of importance the contributory factors of a 'Green Building' (1 student) Study critically the various processes and factors responsible for the admission of heat into a building. (for 1 student 9 Compare and suggest remedies for various geohazards with particular reference to earthquake, softground & sink holes, slope instability and ground contamination (for 1 student) 10

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

To be seen as the first step towards turning UTAR into an earthquake study centre and at the same time to compliment the current effort of drafting the first Malaysian earthquake code by beefing up the understanding of earthquake engineering in general To enhance the understanding and hence hope to provide a suitable solution for softground engineering problem.

Streel plates and bars, accelerometer, data acquisition system Perspex box, LVDT, 4 dial gauges, strain gauges, data acquisition system Computer, and reference books

CI, ME

A project involving significant practical fabrication work.

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

CI

A project involving significant practical fabrication work.

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

To provide systematic information as the first step to contribute towards the Green Building Index rating for the country As part of the effort to contribute towards energy efficient and sustainable construction

CI, ME & EE A joint study between CI, ME & EE students is ideal

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

Computer and reference books

CI, ME

A desk study involving an extensive review of literatures

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

To provide systematic information in one study on various hazards that relate to ground/soils which serves as the foundation of all civil engineering construction

Computer and reference books

CI

A desk study involving an extensive review of literatures

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

The results of this study should provide an effective mean for a green building designer to achieve energy efficiency during the design stage.

Devise a theoretical approach to predict room temperature to facilitate the design of a 'Green Building' (for 1 student) 11 Devise a theoretical model for the design of a used-rubber-wall for earth retention application (for 1 student)

Dr. Ir. Low Kaw Sai

To provide an sound and appropriate basis for the popular use of discarded used-rubber-tyres for a meaningful application in civil engineering

Computer and reference books, Microsoft C++ softwarea, a continue study program in the university where facilities for study are in existence Computer, Microsoft C++ software and reference books

CI, ME

Takers should have interest and knowledge in computer programming

CI

Takers should have interest and knowledge in computer programming

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