On 21 April 2025, the Faculty of Engineering & Technology (FET) in collaboration with the Centre for Alumni (CfA), successfully organised an inspiring alumni sharing session titled “From Graduate to Ir. – A Professional Engineer’s Journey”. The session featured Ir. Ts. Mohamad Azlan Abd Aziz, an alumnus who graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electronics from FET, Multimedia University. Currently, he serves as the Director of Campus Operations Division at Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM).
Ir. Ts. Mohamad Azlan is a Professional Engineer (PE) registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM). He also holds the title of Professional Technologist (Ts.) under the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT) and is recognized as an ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer (ACPE). His extensive expertise is supported by a suite of professional certifications, including Registered Energy Manager (REM Type 1), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management (CEPSWAM), Certified Safety & Health Officer (SHO), and HRD Corp Certified Trainer.
During the two-hours session, Ir. Ts. Mohamad Azlan shared insights into his professional journey—from graduating as an engineering student to achieving the status of a Professional Engineer. He outlined five essential steps to becoming an “Ir.”, beginning with obtaining an accredited engineering degree, followed by registration as a Graduate Engineer (GE) with BEM. He emphasised the importance of gaining at least three years of practical experience before qualifying for the Professional Assessment Examination (PAE). He also encouraged students to proactively plan their professional roadmap and explore various engineering domains to enhance their competencies to increase their chances of becoming recognized professional engineers.
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where both FET students and staff actively participated. Attendees expressed that the session was both insightful and relevant, providing valuable guidance on the preparation process for professional registration and career development in engineering.
