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UNIVERSITI TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN Faculty of Information, Communication & Technology (FICT) Perak Campus, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Barat, 31900 Kampar, Perak, Malaysia .
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[This questionnaire is to be completed by the interns. Kindly complete Section A to Section I.
Please return the completed questionnaire to the visiting academic.]
Section A: Intern’s Particulars
Name:
Gender:
Contact Number:
E-mail:
University:
Faculty:
Department:
Course of Study:
Adviser / Head of
Department:
Duration of Internship:
Date of Visit:
Time of Visit:
Comments:
Student’s Signature:
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Section B: Supervisor’s Particulars
Name:
Designation:
Contact Number:
E-mail:
Job Position:
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Section C: Please rate the level of each measure taken by you to impart and/or to
provide the evidence of possession of skills to employers. For each item, please rate
from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)
1. Properly prepared CV
2.
Attending training courses using own funds
3. University job fairs
4. Register with job centres
5. Others [Please state:]
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Section D: Please rate the level of Job Focus of your company. For each item, please rate
from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)
Job Focus
1. Technical/end user support
2. Computer programming
3. Networking
4. Database design/development
5. Web design/development
6. Information management
7. Systems analysis/design
8. Information security
9. Information management and security
10. E-commerce
11. Others: [Please State]
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Section E: Please rate the level of importance given to each transferable skill for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)
Basic Skills
1. Oral communication (speaking, listening)
2. Writing
3. Reading (understanding and following instructions)
4. Basic arithmetic
Higher-Order Thinking Skills
5. Problem solving
6. Creative and innovative thinking
7. Learning skills
8. Decision making
Affective Skills and Traits
9. Responsibility/dependability
10. Positive attitude towards work
11. Interpersonal skills
12. Cooperation
13. Working as a team member
14. Punctuality
15. Conscientiousness
16. Efficiency
17. Self-confidence / Positive-image
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18. Ability to work without supervision
19. Adaptability/flexibility
20. Enthusiasm
21. Motivation
22. Self-discipline / Self-management
23. Appropriate Dressing/grooming
24. Honesty
25. Integrity
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Section F: Please rate the level of importance given to each technical skill for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)
Programming Environments, Methodologies or Tool Skills
1. Database languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL)
2. Java
3. Application servers (e.g., WebSphere, WebLogic)
4. Application lifecycle management
5. C/C++
6. PHP
7. Java Platforms (e.g., Java Enterprise Edition, SE)
8. Microsoft .NET Framework
9. z/OS internals (e.g., system error codes, ECB)
10. COBOL
Programming and Administration Skills
11. Backup/recovery
12. Storage administration
13. Disaster recovery
14 Security Deployment and Administration
15 Performance analysis
16. Network administration
17. Diagnostics and remediation
18. Capacity planning
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19. Debugging
20. Virtualization
21. Batch processing
22. Web administration
23. FTP
24. Infrastructure Library (ITIL)/IT service management
25. Transaction management
Business Analysis and Architectural Skills
26. Project management skills
27. Analytics/business intelligence
28. Enterprise architecture
29. Business analysis
30. Systems analysis
31. Data modeling skills
32. Others: [Please state]
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Section G: Please rate the level of importance given to each cognitive ability and practical ability for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) undergraduates for entry-level ICT graduate jobs. For each item, please rate from a scale of 1 to 5. (5 = Very high, 4 = High, 3 = Average, 2 = Low, 1 = Very low)
Computing-related cognitive abilities
1. Knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to computing and computer applications
2. The use of such knowledge and understanding in the modelling and design of computer-based systems for the purposes of comprehension, communication, prediction and the understanding of trade-offs
3. Recognise and analyse criteria and specifications appropriate to specific problems and plan strategies for their solution
4. Analyse the extent to which a computer based-system meets the criteria defined for its current use and future development
5. Deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of computer-based systems
6. Recognise the legal, social, ethical and professional issues involved in the exploitation of computer technology and be guided by the adoption of appropriate professional, ethical and legal practices
7. Knowledge and understanding of the commercial and economic context of the development, use and maintenance of information systems
8. Knowledge and understanding of the management techniques which may be used to achieve objectives within a computing context
9. Knowledge and understanding of information security issues in relation to the design, development and the use of information systems
10. Knowledge and understanding of the methods and issues involved in deploying systems to meet business goals
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11. Knowledge and understanding of methods, techniques and tools for information modelling, management and security
12. Knowledge and understanding of systems architecture and related technologies for developing information systems
13. Knowledge and understanding of the use of scientific and engineering principles in the creation, use and support of information systems for the solution of practical problems, founded on appropriate scientific and technological disciplines
14 Knowledge and understanding of mathematical principles necessary to underpin their programme of study and the ability to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations proficiently in the analysis and solution to problems
15 Knowledge and understanding of the principles of computational modelling used for the comprehension of scientific and engineering phenomena
16 A knowledge of mathematics necessary to support the application of key engineering principles
17 Understanding of the principles of managing computing processes
18 Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the knowledge of the domain of their programme of study, with depth being achieved in particular areas. This should include the foundations of the discipline and/or issues at the forefront of professional practice in the discipline; it should also include an understanding of the role of these in contributing to the effective design, implementation and usability of relevant computerbased systems
19 Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the essential principles and practices of the domain of the programme of study including current standards, processes, principles of quality and the most appropriate software support; the reasons for their relevance to the discipline and/or professional practice in the discipline; and an ability to apply these
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20 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework within which they would have to operate as professionals in their area of study
21 A systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights in the development and implementation of systems, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of their field of study
22 A comprehensive understanding of the state-of-the-art techniques and methodologies for developing systems
23 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework as professionals in systems, software or information engineering
24 A systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights in the area of computing science research, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of their field of study
25 A comprehensive understanding of the scientific techniques applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship
26 Understand and be able to participate within the professional, legal and ethical framework in computing science
Computing-related practical abilities
27. Specify, design or construct computer based Systems
28. Evaluate systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade-offs presented within the given problem
29. Recognise any risks or safety aspects that may be involved in the operation of computing equipment within a given context
30. Deploy effectively the tools used for the construction and documentation of computer applications, with particular emphasis on understanding the whole process involved in the effective deployment of computers to solve practical problems
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31. Use appropriate theoretical and practical processes to specify and deploy, verify and maintain information systems, including working with technical uncertainty
32. Define a problem, research its background, identify constraints, understand customer and user needs, identify and manage cost drivers, ensure fitness for purpose and manage the design process and evaluate outcomes
33. Apply the principles, methods and tools of systems design to develop information systems that meet business needs
34. Apply the principles of appropriate supporting engineering and scientific disciplines
35. The ability to deploy appropriate theory, practices and tools for the specification, design and implementation of computer-based systems according to customer and user needs and use innovation and creativity in a practical context
36. The ability to evaluate systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade-offs presented within the given problem
37. consistently produce work which applies and is informed by research at the forefront of the developments in the domain of the programme of study; this should demonstrate critical evaluation of aspects of the domain
38. demonstrate the ability to apply the principles and practices of the discipline in tackling a significant technical problem; the solution should demonstrate a sound justification for the approach adopted as well as a self-critical evaluation of effectiveness but also a sense of vision about the direction of developments in aspects of the discipline
39. Develop and apply new technologies
40. Show originality and innovation in the application of knowledge and techniques for developing systems
41. Make general evaluations of commercial risk through some understanding of the basis of such risks
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42. Show critical awareness of current research issues, problems and/or insights
43. Show an ability to apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative research methods and tools for creating and interpreting knowledge in the field
44 Make general evaluations of scientific risk through some understanding of the basis of such risks
45. Others: [Please state]
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Section H: What kind of transferable skills did you acquire from your industrial training? Kindly check the “Y” radio button if you had acquired such skill during your industrial training or check “N” if you had not acquired such skill during your industrial training.
Basic Skills
1. Oral communication (speaking, listening) Yes No
2. Writing Yes No
3. Reading (understanding and following instructions)
Yes No
4. Basic arithmetic Yes No
Higher-Order Thinking Skills
5. Problem solving Yes No
6. Creative and innovative thinking Yes No
7. Learning skills Yes No
8. Decision making Yes No
Affective Skills and Traits
9. Responsibility/dependability Yes No
10. Positive attitude towards work Yes No
11. Interpersonal skills Yes No
12. Cooperation Yes No
13. Working as a team member Yes No
14. Punctuality Yes No
15. Conscientiousness Yes No
16. Efficiency Yes No
17. Self-confidence / Positive-image Yes No
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
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18. Ability to work without supervision Yes No
19. Adaptability/flexibility Yes No
20. Enthusiasm Yes No
21. Motivation Yes No
22. Self-discipline / Self-management Yes No
23. Appropriate Dressing/grooming Yes No
24. Honesty Yes No
25. Integrity Yes No
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
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Section I: What kind of technical skill did you acquire from your industrial training? Kindly check the “Y” radio button if you had acquired such skill during your industrial training or check “N” if you have not acquired such skill during your industrial training.
Programming Environments, Methodologies or Tool Skills
1. Database languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL) Yes No
2. Java Yes No
3. Application servers (e.g., WebSphere, WebLogic)
Yes No
4. Application lifecycle management Yes No
5. C/C++ Yes No
6. PHP Yes No
7. Java Platforms (e.g., Java Enterprise Edition, SE)
Yes No
8. Microsoft .NET Framework Yes No
9. z/OS internals (e.g., system error codes, ECB)
Yes No
10. COBOL Yes No
Programming and Administration Skills
11. Backup/recovery Yes No
12. Storage administration Yes No
13. Disaster recovery Yes No
14 Security Deployment and Administration Yes No
15 Performance analysis Yes No
16. Network administration Yes No
17. Diagnostics and remediation Yes No
18. Capacity planning Yes No
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
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19. Debugging Yes No
20. Virtualization Yes No
21. Batch processing Yes No
22. Web administration Yes No
23. FTP Yes No
24. Infrastructure Library (ITIL)/IT service management
Yes No
25. Transaction management Yes No
Business Analysis and Architectural Skills
26. Project management skills Yes No
27. Analytics/business intelligence Yes No
28. Enterprise architecture Yes No
29. Business analysis Yes No
30. Systems analysis Yes No
31. Data modeling skills Yes No
32. Others: [Please state] Yes No
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
Y N
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THANK YOU
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Definitions of the various Skills and Traits
Skills and Traits Definition
Interpersonal Skills The skills that a person uses to interact with other people
(Interpersonal skills - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
Cooperation 1) The action of cooperating : common effort
2) Association of persons for common benefit
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Conscientious 1) governed by or conforming to the dictates of conscience : scrupulous
2) meticulous, careful
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Efficiency The quality or degree of being efficient
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Punctuality Being on time
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Adaptable Capable of being or becoming adapted
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Flexible Characterized by a ready capability to adapt to new, different, or changing
requirements
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Enthusiasm 1) strong excitement of feeling
2) something inspiring zeal or fervor
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Motivation The act or process of motivating
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Self-discipline Correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Self-management In business, education, and psychology, self-management refers to
methods, skills, and strategies by which individuals can effectively direct
their own activities toward the achievement of objectives, and includes
goal setting, decision making, focusing, planning, scheduling, task
tracking, self-evaluation, self-intervention, self-development, etc.
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(Self-management - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
Honesty 1) fairness and straightforwardness of conduct
2) adherence to the facts : sincerity
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Integrity Firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values :
incorruptibility
(Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Self-confidence Self-assuredness in one's personal judgment, ability, power, etc
(Self-confidence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, 2011)
Transferable skills certain personal abilities of an individual, which can be taken from one
job role to another, used within any profession and at any stage of his/her
career.
(Cox, S., & King, D. (2006))
References: Self-confidence - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (2011, October 5). Retrieved October 6,
2011, from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-confidence
Self-management - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (n.d.). Retrieved September 27, 2011,
from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia web site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-
management
Merriam Webster Dictionary. (n.d.). Retrieved September 27, 2011, from Merriam Webster:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary
Cox, S., & King, D. (2006). Skill sets: an approach to embed employability in course design.
Education + Training , 48 (4), 262 - 274.