Centre of Biomedical Engineering

The Centre of Biomedical Engineering aims to be at the forefront of cutting-edge research and development in the field of biomedical engineering. The centre is a testament to their dedication to advancing education, research, and innovation in biomedical engineering.

The center focuses on a wide array of biomedical engineering-related disciplines, encompassing electronics, imaging, mechanics, prosthetics, and tissue engineering. This holistic approach aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to excel in various industries that serve all fields related to biomedical engineering disciplines.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Kamalia Zahari, serves as the Director of the Centre of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Cyberjaya (UOC). Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to academic and research excellence, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Kamalia possesses an experience and expertise in Biomedical Engineering and its associated disciplines. Her efforts are dedicated to cultivating research and forging collaborations with industries and institutions, both within the country and abroad.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Kamalia's academic journey comprises a Bachelor of Biomedical Electronics Engineering (Honours), an MSc in Tissue Banking, and a PhD in Tissue Engineering. Her expertise extends across diverse domains of Biomedical Engineering, covering cell culture, molecular biology, pathology, material science, biomaterials, gamma radiation (sterilization), and tissue banking. Notably, she was recognized with the Young Scientist Award in 2015 by the Singapore Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and has been sought after as a keynote speaker at conferences and biomedical engineering events globally.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nor Kamalia has garnered prestigious research fellowships and grants from both industrial sources and the Research Grant Scheme. As a prolific researcher and educator, she has significantly contributed to the field of biomedical engineering, authoring and presenting over 20 research articles in locally and internationally recognized Web of Science and Scopus-indexed journals.

Vision

To be a leading centre of excellence for education, research and innovation in Biomedical Engineering. 

Mission

To produce competent biomedical engineering graduates through holistic and experiential learning.

Graduates who demonstrate professionalism in multi-disciplinary engineering domain with ethics and social responsibility.

Graduates who are highly committed to the lifelong learning.

PLO 1. Knowledge: apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to defined and applied engineering procedures, processes, systems or methodologies; (SK1 to SK4)

PLO 2. Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse broadly-defined engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using analytical tools appropriate to their discipline or area of specialization; (SK1 to SK4)

PLO 3. Design/ development of solutions: Design solutions for broadly-defined engineering technology problems and contribute to the design of systems, components or processes to meet specified need with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations; (SK5)

PLO 4. Investigation: Conduct investigations of broadly-defined problems; locate, search and select relevant data from codes, data bases and literature, design and conduct experiments to provide valid conclusions; (SK8)

PLO 5. Modern Tool Usage: Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to broadly-defined engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations; (SK6)

PLO 6. The Engineer and Society: Demonstrate understanding of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to engineering technology practice and solutions to broadly-defined engineering problems; (SK7)

PLO 7. Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of engineering technology solutions of broadly-defined engineering problems in societal and environment context and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development; (SK7)

PLO 8. Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering technology practice; (SK7)

PLO 9. Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse technical teams;

PLO 10. Communications: Communicate effectively on broadly-defined engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, by being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions;

PLO 11. Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

PLO 12. Lifelong Learning: Recognize the need for, and have the ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in specialist technologies.