ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR TS. DR. ROSTAM AFFENDI BIN HAMZAH

‏اَلسَلامُ عَلَيْكُم وَرَحْمَةُ اَللهِ وَبَرَكاتُهُ 

All Praise to Allah, the Most Gracious and Most Merciful. A warm welcome to all of you joining the  faculty of Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology at Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM).

First of all, congratulations on becoming a part of our faculty. Your decision to join us marks the beginning of an exciting and meaningful journey,  one that we are committed to supporting every step of the way. With a student body of 2,297 undergraduates and 169 postgraduates, we take pride in fostering an environment that encourages learning, innovation, and personal growth. You will be supported by 171 dedicated academic staff and an administrative and technical team of 43 individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure you have everything you need to succeed.

We believe in providing an education that not only meets the demands of the industry but also pushes the boundaries of what’s possible. That’s why our programs are designed with the future in mind, incorporating cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Industry 4.0 principles. Our strong ties to the industry and full accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC), Engineering Technology Accreditation Council (ETAC), and the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) ensure that your education is not just theoretical but grounded in real-world relevance.

Since the faculty’s inception in 2001, we’ve celebrated the achievements of 4,331 graduates, many of whom have gone on to make significant contributions in their respective fields. Our graduates continue to be in high demand, with over 99.1% securing employment right after graduation in 2023.

We are confident that you, too, will be well-prepared to step into a fulfilling career when the time comes. As you embark on this new chapter, I encourage you to embrace every opportunity that comes your way.