Technology and Information System / SECP1513 - 02
[ Project and Assignments ]
In this subject, we have several tasks that involve both individual and group work. One major task is a Design Thinking project focused on AI and Big Data, where we apply creative problem-solving techniques. We also need to create a report and a poster based on an industry talk from UTM Digital and a semiconductor company. Additionally, we must produce a video summarizing our experience during the industry visit to UTM Digital. Lastly, we are required to prepare a newsletter-style report for the upcoming industry visit to Petronas on January 17, 2025. These assignments are aimed at enhancing our understanding of the tech industry and developing skills in research, communication, and teamwork.
Introduction of Technology and Information System
Technology and Information Systems course covers key topics such as Hardware, Database management, Networking, Cloud Computing, and Ethics in Security and Privacy. It emphasizes teamwork through projects like Design Thinking, Poster presentations, Video production, and Academic Reports. The course also offers opportunities for industry visits and talks, helping students gain insights into the tech field and explore potential career paths after graduation. These experiences bridge the gap between theory and real-world practice, enhancing students' career readiness.
- Software : Divide by 4 categories which is System Software, Application Software, Programming Software and Malicious Software.All types of software share the purpose of providing instructions to the computer, whether it’s to manage hardware or perform specific tasks
- Infomation System : A collection of people, procedures, software, hardware, data and the Internet
- Database and Data : An electronic system that allows data to be easily accessed, manipulate and updated
- Hardware :
- Privacy and Security Ethics :Develop modular and reusable code by creating custom functions to perform specific tasks.
Knowledge :
Reflection : What is your reflection for this subject ?
The Technology and Information Systems subject provides a well-rounded introduction to key tech concepts like hardware, databases, networking, cloud computing, and security ethics. What makes it stand out is the focus on teamwork and real-world experience, with projects like Design Thinking, industry talks, and visits to companies like UTM Digital and Petronas. These activities help connect theory with practice, making learning more engaging. The subject also explores exciting areas like AI and Big Data, allowing students to dive into cutting-edge technologies. Overall, it’s a great course that prepares students for careers in the tech industry.
Desktop PC Assembly
PC assembly is the process of building a computer by combining its key components, such as the motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage, and power supply, into a case. It’s a hands-on way to create a customized PC tailored to your specific needs, whether for gaming, work, or general use. Building your own PC not only helps you save money compared to buying pre-built systems but also gives you valuable insight into how computers work. It’s a rewarding experience that lets you choose exactly the parts you want, troubleshoot issues, and enjoy the satisfaction of powering on a system you built yourself!
- Learning Experience: Assembling a PC helps me understand how hardware works together, troubleshoot issues, and gain technical skills valuable in both personal and professional contexts.
- Satisfaction and Ownership: Identifying logical errors or inefficiencies in pseudocode and resolving them.
- Customization:I can choose specific components like the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage to match your needs, whether for gaming, video editing, or general use.
- Upgradability:Building a PC makes it me easier to upgrade in the future since i already familiar with the parts and can replace or add components as needed>
Benifits Successfully Acquired by Doing PC Assembly:
Reflection for Lab 1 : What is your feeling after completing this hands-on experience which is PC Assembly.
Building a PC is a fun and rewarding experience that goes beyond just putting parts together. It’s a great way to learn how computers work and pick up problem-solving skills along the way. You’ll discover the importance of choosing compatible parts, staying patient, and paying attention to detail.
[ Project Materials ]
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Design Thinking : Ask and Dine In Wit Adi
"Design Thinking Project : ADi (Food and Dine-in Service with AI)", was created by Bistro 2 Square Bytes (B4B) for the SECP1513-02 STEM course, guided by Dr. Aryati. The project addresses challenges in the UTM Dining Section using AI-integrated solutions to enhance user experiences for students, food managers, and delivery riders. Using the Design Thinking framework—Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test—the team identified key issues like system usability, menu updates, and delivery logistics. They developed "ADi", an AI-driven platform that streamlines food ordering, delivery services, and management tasks. Through surveys, interviews, and prototyping, the solution was refined and positively received, showcasing the team’s commitment to innovation and collaboration.
- Emphatize : The team gathered insights from 70 students via a Google Form and conducted interviews with a food rider and a food manager. Key challenges identified included incomplete system information, menu update difficulties, and poor delivery coordination.
- Define : These were categorized into specific problems: inconsistent operating hours and limited menus for students, complex systems for food managers, and delivery inaccuracies for riders.
- Ideate : Our team brainstormed solutions, including an AI chatbot for real-time updates, an online ordering system with live location and photo verification, and added features like nutritional tracking.
- Prototype : Our team developed a functional design for the ADi system that can solve all the problem that we get during define phase
- Test : Users provided positive feedback, particularly on the chatbot and tracking features, which refined the final solution. This approach ensured a user-centered, innovative system.
Design Thinking Phases :
Reflection for Lab 2 : What is the main objective for your Design Thinking Project to your group ?
This Design Thinking project demonstrated the value of understanding user-specific challenges, such as students struggling with inconsistent operating hours, food managers finding it difficult to update menus, and food riders facing issues with delivery locations and poor connectivity. The ideation process led to targeted solutions like an AI chatbot for real-time updates, an online ordering system with live location and photo verification, and nutritional tracking. Prototyping translated these ideas into a functional system, and user testing validated its effectiveness, with feedback highlighting the chatbot and tracking features as particularly useful. A key insight was the need to simplify technology for food managers, ensuring the system's usability.
Link Video for Industry Visit : Click here !!
Industry Visit : UTM Digital
The Industry Visit at UTM Digital is a program organized by the Faculty of Computing for first-year, first-semester students. The program exposes students to the organizational structure of UTM Digital, which manages all of the university's virtual services. One of the key features highlighted during the visit is the UTM Smart application. This app was developed to help students easily access up-to-date information from the university's administration. Additionally, it allows students to submit various online applications, streamlining the process and making it more efficient. Furthermore, the visit provides students with the opportunity to explore various levels and rooms within UTM Digital, including seminar halls, staff offices, and rooms that are sponsored by global companies.
- Organizational Structure : ChatGPT The organization consists of three divisions: Digital Innovation, Digital Strategy, and Digital Architecture, along with the Department of Digital Services at UTM KL and a directory office handling HR and finances. UTM Digital employs 170 staff, with 150 at UTM JB and 20 at UTM KL.
- Digital Services and Platforms :UTM WIFI, UTM Smart, UTM VPN, UTM fleet, UTM Fin, UTM Nexus, UTM e-learning
- Facilities and Sponsored Rooms : Staff Office, Seminar Halls, Sponsored rooms (Ruckoss, Sangfor), UTM Digital Care Unit
Information that that gained from the visit :
Reflection : What do you feel about the industry visit ?
The Industry Visit was thoroughly enjoyed as many things about the UTM Digital organization were learned. Each aspect was explained in greater detail, with clear information provided about who is involved and how the work is carried out behind the scenes. It was made clear how the team works diligently to ensure that the best services are provided to staff, lecturers, and students. The process by which these services are delivered was thoroughly outlined, giving a deeper understanding of the efforts involved in maintaining and supporting the university's digital infrastructure.
Industrial Talk : Micro SemiConductor & UTM Digital
On December 17, 2024, students from Sections 02 and 03 came together in Bilik Kuliah 1, N28, for an enlightening industry talk focused on bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry expectations in computer science. The event featured two distinguished speakers, one in-person and the other virtually via Webex, who shared invaluable insights into industry requirements and entrepreneurship preparation.The talks encouraged students to actively engage and broaden their perspectives on how to enhance their skills and knowledge. This proactive learning experience aimed to empower participants to excel as high-quality graduates in the ever-evolving field of computer science
- Understanding Industry Needs : Importance of matching university skills with what industries require. Tips on starting businesses and being innovative.
- Learning Key Technical Skills : Programming languages like HTML, C, C++, and Python are essential. Tools like Visual Studio, VS Code, and Sublime Text make coding easier.
- Problem-Solving and Debugging : Strong analytical thinking helps solve problems and design system. Debugging skills improve programming and ensure software works well.
- Staying Security-Aware : Be alert to security issues like SQL Injection and XSS (Cross-Site Scripting).Learn to write secure code to avoid these risks.
- Building Communication Skills : Good communication is key to working with teams and explaining ideas.
- Preparing for the Future : Stay updated with technology trends. Gain experience through internships and projects to stand out in the job market.
Knowledges and Facts Successfully Acquired during the talk :
Reflection for Industrial Talk : What
To ensure my career success, both soft and technical skills will be developed. Clear communication will be practiced through group projects and presentations, and teamwork will be strengthened by participating in hackathons. Time management will be improved by using tools like Trello, and networking opportunities will be embraced by attending industry events and maintaining a LinkedIn profile. On the technical side, programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++ will be mastered, and tools like VS Code and Git will be learned. Debugging and system-building projects will be undertaken to enhance expertise, and technology trends will be followed through webinars and online resources. This plan is designed to prepare for future challenges and opportunities.
Assignment Poster : Runcloud X CelcomDigi
This poster was created as part of an assignment to explore careers and opportunities in the ICT industry. It highlights key topics like leadership, AI, startups, software development, and technologies like VR and AR. The goal was to help students understand the skills and qualities needed for success in the tech world while encouraging creative and critical thinking about their future careers.
Poster's Content :
- Technological Innovation :The collaboration between CelcomDigi and RunCloud focuses on enhancing technology to improve daily life and business operations, with emphasis on AI, AR, and VR.
- Career Development : Leadership, proper planning for startups, and skills in software development are essential for success in the modern tech-driven world.
- Opportunities in IT : Careers like software development and computer science play a vital role in solving real-world problems using advanced tools and technologies.
- Personal Growth : Identifying strengths, improving weaknesses, and leveraging opportunities are key to personal and professional success.
Reflection : What do you learn from this two companies ?
Upon completing this poster assignment, I have gained a deeper insight into CelcomDigi and RunCloud. I discovered that both companies share similar strategies and objectives, particularly in advancing technologies such as AI, AR, and other innovations that emphasize creativity to align with current technological trends and provide widespread benefits. Therefore, it is essential for us to acquire diverse skill sets rather than limiting ourselves to a single field. This approach will broaden our perspectives, enhance our adaptability, and better position us to thrive in the global industry.
