Emma Marinie Ahmad Zawawi

Nurul Asra Abd. Rahman

Ezlina Mohd Ahnuar
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 TABLE OF CONTENT

List of Table .......................................................................................................................ix

List of Figure .......................................................................................................................xi

GENERAL INFORMATION.......................................................................................... 1
1.0 Introduction............................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Dissertation Programmes..................................................................................... 2
1.3 Research Methodology – Lecture Schedule....................................................... 2
1.4 Research Methodology and Dissertation Milestone......................................... 4
1.5 Monitoring Progress of Dissertation................................................................... 4
1.6 Rubric for CMA603/CMA613............................................................................... 7
1.7 Assessment Criteria.............................................................................................. 10
1.7.1 Abstract and Introduction........................................................................ 10
1.7.2 Awareness and Understanding of Relevant Literature....................... 10
1.7.3 Research Approach or Methodology...................................................... 10
1.7.4 Depth of Analysis...................................................................................... 10
1.7.5 Quality of Findings and Discussions...................................................... 10
1.7.6 Conclusions and Recommendations...................................................... 10
1.7.7 Presentation and Writing Style................................................................ 11
1.8 Plagiarism.............................................................................................................. 11
1.9 Assessment by Third Examiner (for CMA613)................................................ 11

GUIDELINE FOR WRITTEN PRESENTATION OF DISSERTATION............... 13

2.0 Guideline for Written Presentation of Dissertation......................................... 13
2.1 Introduction........................................................................................................... 13
2.2 Definitions.............................................................................................................. 13
2.3 General................................................................................................................... 14
2.3.1 Use of Dissertation.................................................................................... 14
2.3.2 Length......................................................................................................... 14
2.3.3 Conventions............................................................................................... 14
2.4 Text and Illustrative Material on paper............................................................. 14
2.4.1 Conventions............................................................................................... 14
2.4.2 Text Production.......................................................................................... 14
2.4.3 Format......................................................................................................... 14
2.4.4 Paper ........................................................................................................... 15

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 2.4.5 Production of Text..................................................................................... 15
2.4.6 Photographic Prints and Computer Printout ....................................... 15
2.4.7 Large Illustrations..................................................................................... 15
2.4.8 Margin......................................................................................................... 15
2.5 Typographic Design............................................................................................. 16
2.5.1 Character Size............................................................................................ 16
2.5.2 Word Spacing and Division .................................................................... 16
2.5.3 Line Length................................................................................................ 16
2.5.4 Line Spacing............................................................................................... 16
2.5.5 Paragraphs ................................................................................................. 16
2.5.6 Quoted Matter............................................................................................ 16
2.6 Tables ...................................................................................................................... 17
2.6.1 Use .............................................................................................................. 17
2.6.2 Position....................................................................................................... 17
2.6.3 Arrangement and Orientation ................................................................ 17
2.6.4 Number and Title...................................................................................... 17
2.6.5 Rows and Columns................................................................................... 17
2.6.6 Grouping ................................................................................................... 17
2.6.7 Notes........................................................................................................... 18
2.6.8 Character Size............................................................................................ 18
2.7 Headings ............................................................................................................... 18
2.7.1 Levels.......................................................................................................... 18
2.7.2 Position....................................................................................................... 18
2.8 Illustrations ........................................................................................................... 18
2.8.1 Location ..................................................................................................... 18
2.8.2 Quality of Production............................................................................... 18
2.8.3 List of Illustrations.................................................................................... 19
2.8.4 Legends and Labels................................................................................... 19
2.9 Consistency in Details.......................................................................................... 19
2.10 Numbering............................................................................................................ 19
2.10.1 Principles.................................................................................................... 19
2.10.2 Position of Page Numbers ....................................................................... 19
2.10.3 Page Numbering........................................................................................ 20
2.10.4 Chapters and Sections............................................................................... 21
2.10.5 Appendices................................................................................................. 21
2.10.6 Illustrations ............................................................................................... 21
2.10.7 Table ........................................................................................................... 21
2.11 Footnotes and Endnotes ..................................................................................... 21
2.11.1 Locations Keys .......................................................................................... 21
2.11.2 Footnotes ................................................................................................... 21

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2.12 Bibliographical References.................................................................................. 22
2.12.1 Bibliography............................................................................................... 23
2.13 Front and End Matter........................................................................................... 24
2.13.1 Arrangement of Dissertation................................................................... 24
2.13.2 Title Page.................................................................................................... 24
2.13.3 Title and Subtitle....................................................................................... 24
2.13.4 Abstract....................................................................................................... 24
2.13.5 List of Contents.......................................................................................... 27
2.13.6 List of Tables and Illustrations................................................................ 27
2.13.7 List of Accompanying Material............................................................... 27
2.13.8 Preface, Acknowledgement..................................................................... 27
2.13.9 Author's Declaration................................................................................. 27
2.13.10 Definitions................................................................................................. 30
2.13.11 Appendices .............................................................................................. 30
2.13.12 Glossary .................................................................................................... 30
2.13.13 List of References .................................................................................... 30
2.14 Errata ..................................................................................................................... 30
2.14.1 Author's Responsibility ........................................................................... 30
2.14.2 Manuscript Corrections ........................................................................... 30

GUIDELINE FOR SUBMISSION OF DISSERTATION......................................... 31

3.0 Content Guidelines .............................................................................................. 33
3.1 Consultation Session ........................................................................................... 33
3.2 Examination of Dissertation ............................................................................... 33
3.3 Viva Voce .............................................................................................................. 33
3.4 The Process of Dissertation Submission ........................................................... 35
3.5 Quality and Integrity of Dissertation ................................................................ 36

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 LIST OF TABLE

Table 1: Dissertation Programme......................................................................................2

Table 2: Research Methodology (CMA603) Lecture Schedule.....................................3
Table 3: Dissertation Milestone (CMA613)......................................................................4
Table 4: Meeting Log...........................................................................................................7

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Figure 1: Research Methodology CMA Flow Chart......................................................5

Figure 2: Dissertation CMA613 flow chart......................................................................6
Figure 3: Dissertation Rubric (CMA603).........................................................................8
Figure 4: Dissertation Rubric (CMA613).........................................................................9
Figure 5: Research Proposal Template............................................................................12
Figure 6: Examples of illustrations/figures/tables.........................................................20
Figure 7: Examples of Social Science Abstract...............................................................25
Figure 8: Examples of Experimental Study Abstract....................................................26
Figure 9: Examples of acknowledgement.......................................................................28
Figure 10: Examples of author’s declaration..................................................................29
Figure 11: Application for Change of Supervisor Form...............................................34
Figure 12: Supervisor’s endorsement form....................................................................35
Figure 13: Example of dissertation cover........................................................................37

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
GENERAL INFORMATION

1.0 INTRODUCTION

This handbook provides general guidelines and learning support in the preparation
of a dissertation for honours undergraduate students based on the requirements of
the Centre of Studies for Construction, Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying,
Universiti Teknologi MARA.
The dissertation is a major element of the honours degree programmes. It
is a partial requirement for the award of the honours degree of Bachelor of Science
(Hons) Construction Management.

1.1 RATIONALE FOR CONDUCTING A DISSERTATION

The justification for adding a dissertation as a core component of undergraduate

courses is that it allows students to develop intellectual and communication abilities
that are not fully enabled by other aspects of the course. In that it demands students
to take responsibility for their own learning, establishing and defining activities, and
defining learning outcomes, the dissertation requirement aligns with the educational
philosophy of the Undergraduate Course.

Therefore, the objectives for conducting a dissertation are:

• To train students to undertake an independent research by investigating, in depth,
a subject in which they have a particular interest and of their own selection;
• To provide students with an opportunity of learning how to acquire detailed in-
formation on a particular issue involving the use of primary and secondary sourc-
es of data, collection of new data, the use of bibliographies and library references
system.
• To encourage students to develop new forms of analysis and conclusions, that
may make an original contribution to the knowledge in the field of study.
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• To require the proper use, presentation and communication of data by using in-
tellectual skill and technical skill.

1.2 DISSERTATION PROGRAMMES

The Dissertation Programme is shown in Table 1. The process of learning for

undergraduates is planned in which, full research methodology class (CMA603)
could be introduced in Semester 06, including of reviewing the literature and data
collection exercises , while analysis of data, structuring and writing up the dissertation
is carried out in Semester 07 (CMA613). Therefore, this could lead to the process of
learning being comprehensive and conclusive.

Table1 Dissertation Programme

Item Modules Module Code Credit hours
1 Semester 06
Research Methodology
(Lecture), Selection of Supervisor,
Review of Literature and Search and CMA603 2 credit hours
Preparing for Data.

2 Semester 07
Data Collection, Analysis and CMA613 3 credit hours
Dissertation Writing

1.3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY – LECTURE SCHEDULE

The Research Methodology (CMA603) Lecture Schedule is presented in Table 2 and

Dissertation Milestone (CMA613) is presented in Table 3. It starts with briefing,
followed by conducting 6 to 7 lectures tentatively and combines with group
discussions and formal presentations. The layout topics for conducting this program
are as follows:

1. Introduction to research, selecting a topic

2. Reviewing the literature
3. Research paradigm, a quantitative and qualitative research methods
4. Research Design and techniques for data Collection
5. Sampling Methods

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6. Measurement and probability

7. Analysis of the data/results
8. Structuring and writing the dissertation

Table 2 Research Methodology (CMA603) Lecture Schedule

WEEK NO ACTIVITIES REMARKS
1 Introduction to Research
- What is research
- Choosing topics
- Stages in research project
- Statement of Research Problems
- Aims and objectives
- Research Methods and Methodology
- Types of research design
- Theory & Hypothesis

2 Introduction to Research
- Statement of Research Problems
- Aims and objectives
- Research Methods and Methodology
- Types of research design
- Theory & Hypothesis

3 Literature Review
- A good & poor review
- Critical assessment

Identify research area and potential supervisor

4 Citation/referencing
5 Group Discussion
- Statement of Research Problems
- Aim and Objectives

Confirmation of research area and potential supervisor

6 The Nature of Research Design
- Variables and Level of Measurements
- Sampling and Sampling Analysis
7 Data Analysis
Submission of research proposal

8 Lab and instrumentation

- End Notes & using Microsoft wording
- Thesis Writing

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9 Test
10 Lab and instrumentation

11 Writing-up your research

- Presentation & style & References
12 Ethics in research
13 Similarity Check

14 Submission of Final Draft

1.4 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND DISSERTATION MILESTONE

FLOW CHART

Figure 1 shows Research Methodology (CMA603) flow chart for Semester 06 and
Figure 2 shows Dissertation (CMA613) flow chart for 07 students.

Table 3 Dissertation Milestone (CMA613)

WEEK NO ACTIVITIES REMARKS
1 Developing instrument for data collection
2
3 Data Collection
4
5
6
7 Discussion of data collection progress with the supervisor
8 Analysis and result
9
10 Conclusion and Recommendation

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12 Originality Check
13
14 Submission of final draft

1.5 MONITORING PROGRESS OF DISSERTATION

Students are required to see their respective Supervisors at least 7 times per semester
(06 & 07). A Meeting Log will be used by Supervisors to record consultation session
and monitor students’ progress. A sample of the Meeting Log is shown in Table 4.

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WEEK 1 & 2 LECTURE 1 & 2

Introduction to Research

WEEK 8 LECTURE 7
Lab and instrumentation
WEEK 3 LECTURE 3
Literature Review
- Identify research area
TASK 1

- Identify potential
supervisor WEEK 9 TEST

WEEK 10 LECTURE 8
WEEK 4 LECTURE 4
Lab and instrumentation
Citation/referencing
TASK 2

Preparation of research
proposal

WEEK 11 LECTURE 9
Writing-up your research

WEEK 5 TASK 2
Preparation of research
proposal
WEEK 12 LECTURE 10
- Group discussion: Ethics in research
i. Statement of research
problem
ii. Aim and objectives
Confirmation of research area
& potential supervisor
WEEK 13 LECTURE 11
Similarity check

WEEK 7 LECTURE 6
Data Analysis
WEEK 14
Submission of research
proposal to the supervisor Submission of Final Draft

Figure 14: Research Methodology (CMA603) Flow Chart

Figure 14 Research Methodology (CMA603) Flow Chart

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WEEK 1 & 2 TASK 1

Developing instrument

WEEK 3-6 TASK 2

Data collection

WEEK 7
Submission Interim 1 for
progress evaluation

WEEK 8 & 9 TASK 3

Analysis and result

WEEK 10 & 11 TASK 4

Conclusion & Recommendation

WEEK 12 & 13 TASK 5

Similarity check

WEEK 14
Submission of Final Draft
(Exit Survey)

Figure 15: Dissertation (CMA613) flow chart

Figure 15 Dissertation (CMA613) flow chart

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Table 4 Meeting Log

1.6 Rubric for

1.6 RUBRIC FORCMA603/CMA613
CMA603/CMA613

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Figure 16 Dissertation Rubric (CMA603)

Figure 16: Dissertation Rubric (CMA603)

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Figure 17 Dissertation Rubric (CMA613)

Figure 17: Dissertation Rubric (CMA613)

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1.7 ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.7.1 Abstract and Introduction

Comprehensiveness and conciseness of the abstract includes coverage of relevant

information, methodology and important findings. Introduction will be assessed in
terms of how well the aims and objectives are defined, definition of the scope of the
dissertation, distinguishing central issues of the dissertation from related ones.

1.7.2 Awareness and Understanding of Relevant Literature

A combination of extent to which the student is familiar with existing scholarship

and debates in the subject area and situation of the current work to the previous
work in the field and synthesis of the literature reviewed.

1.7.3 Research Approach or Methodology

Appropriateness of the selected research methodology. How easy it is to follow the

flow of the dissertation; i.e. logical flow with relevant cohesion between sections.

1.7.4 Depth of Analysis

The extent to which the student looks into the views of different authors, probes
concepts and data rather than just listing. This involves adopting a critical and
questioning approach based on qualitative and/or quantitative data collected for the
purpose.

1.7.5 Quality of Findings and Discussions

The clarity of argument, how convincing, how logical, level of imagination and
relevance including the level of understanding of implications of the results, and the
integration of literature with the findings.

1.7.6 Conclusions and Recommendations

The extent to which the dissertation directly answers the questions raised by the aims
and objectives in the light of the preceding arguments, evidences, and discussions.

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1.7.7 Presentation and Writing Style

Conformity to requirements contained in the “Guidelines for Dissertation”. Overall

structure of the dissertation. Use of tables, figures, illustrations, and photos where
relevant. Appropriate use of Appendixes. The use of paragraphs to develops ideas,
the link between chapters and the use of English.

1.8 PLAGIARISM

The University takes the issue of plagiarisms extremely seriously (please refer to
Peraturan Akademik (Program Diploma dan Ijazah Sarjana Muda) Pindaan 2008-
page 11, head 1.70 and page 26 subhead 2.22.3.
If plagiarism is being confirmed, then the rules and regulations of the University
will be followed. Plagiarism could lead to the termination of the student from the
university. It could also result in the student failing a course/programme with grade F.
In addition, it may lead to the student being asked to re-submit his/her
work and then the mark of resubmitted work being capped at 50%. If the student’s
dissertation is found to violate the regulation of UiTM, the student would voluntarily
waive the right of conferment of a degree and be subjected to the disciplinary rules of
UiTM

1.9 ASSESSMENT BY THIRD EXAMINER (FOR CMA613)

i. Where the difference in mark between the first and the second examiner does not
exceed 15% then the average of the marks is taken;

ii. In situations where the difference in marks between the first and the second
examiner is above 15% then the third examiner is required. The average of the
marks between the third examiner and the nearest examiner to the third exam-
iner will be taken for the final marks. However, where the third examiner’s mark
is greater than the average mark between the third examiner and the nearest
examiner to the third examiner, then the student will be given the benefit of the
doubt and offered the third examiner’s mark. Students must complete a standard
Research Proposal Form like the one illustrated in Figure 5. To ensure that the
proposal is accepted, use the checklists provided in the form. In the Research.

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Figure 5 Research Proposal Template

Figure 18: Research Proposal Template

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
GUIDELINE FOR WRITTEN PRESENTATION OF
DISSERTATION

2.1 INTRODUCTION

This guideline provides recommendations for the presentation of dissertation which

include advice on paper quality, design, sequence of material, methods of producing
text, quality of typeface and also on the treatment material that is in form not suitable
for binding.

2.2 DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of these recommendations of the following definitions apply:-

Bibliographical reference – A set of data describing a document or part of a
document, sufficiently precise and detailed to identify it and to enable it to be located.
In this context the term document the term document applies to all the different kinds
of work that may be cited, including books, periodicals, articles, maps, computer
software and data bases, music, recorded sound, prints, photographs and moving
images.

Illustration – Line drawing, graph, diagram, photograph or map produce on paper.

Location key – Symbol used to link a statement in the text to its corresponding note.
Note – An extension of the text, in a footnote or endnote, that elucidates a
point in greater detail; than the main text or that, if included in the
text, would otherwise interrupt its flow.
Recto – The right-hand page of an open book.
Dissertation – A statement of investigation of research, presenting the author’s
findings and any conclusions reached, submitted in support of the
author’s candidature for the degree award.
Verso – The left-hand page of an open book.

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2.3 GENERAL

2.3.1 Use of Dissertation

Authors should bear in mind that dissertation are read, stored and copied, and should
be designed and produced for such use. It is an author’s own interests to ensure that
those who first read their dissertation can do so with ease.

2.3.2 Length
The author should bear in mind that a dissertation is more likely to suffer from
being too bulky than from being too slim. The length of a dissertation will depend
on the subject and the discretion of a supervisor. It is suggested that dissertation for
undergraduate is at minimum of 10,000 words.

2.3.3 Conventions
It is essential that the presentation of a dissertation follows the conventions of its
particular discipline. For example, the rules four use of italic, bold and initial capitals
may vary from one discipline to another. Italic, Script and fancy typefaces should not
be use merely for decorative effect. Displayed quotations should not be set in italic,
nor should capital letters be use for long passages. Unusually wide line spacing (e.g
triple spacing in type script) should be avoided.

2.4 TEXT AND ILLUSTRATIVE MATERIAL ON PAPER

2.4.1 Conventions
The use of colour in the text or illustrations of a dissertation should be avoided. In
the production of graphs, maps and diagrams, hatching or broken lines, which will
reproduce in monochrome, should be considered as an alternative to colour.

2.4.2 Text Production

Whatever the form of the final version of the dissertation, which may be typescript,
printout or typeset, the text should be of the quality recommended.

2.4.3 Format
The text and, wherever possible, all the material of the dissertation including
illustrations, should be produced on A4-size paper.

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2.4.4 Paper
Paper used for the text should be of a substance within the range 70g/m2 to 100g/m2.
It should be white or of a colour that gives good contract with the text, so that it is
easy to read and reproduce.

2.4.5 Production of Text

To avoid risk of show-through, text should be produced either:-
a. Entirely on rectos
b. Mostly on rectos, but occasionally on versos, e.g. to allow a diagram to face re-
lated text; or
c. On paper that is opaque enough to avoid show-through, in which case text may
be produced on both sides of the paper.

The dissertation should be divided into appropriate units such as chapters,

sections, and subsections. There should be some visual indication of the beginning of
a chapter.
Every chapter should begin on a new page, either a rector or on the page
immediately following the last page of the previous chapter, whether it is a verso or
recto.

2.4.6 Photographic Prints and Computer Printout

Photographic prints should, if bound with the text, be on medium-weight
photographic paper (within the range 70g/m² to 100g/m²) or permanently mounted
on 44 size card or substantial paper.
Computer printout should be on medium - weight paper and should be
burst and coarse perforations trimmed before binding.

2.4.7 Large Illustrations

If it is necessary to bind in an illustration on a paper size larger than A4, it should be
produced on paper that can be folded to fit within the dissertation. If an illustration is
too large for such treatment, it should be folded and stored in pocket attached to the
inside back cover of the volume. Illustration should not be pasted across both pages
of an open volume.

2.4.8 Margin
To allow for binding, reading and reproduction, the margin on the binding edge of
the page, i.e. the left-hand edge of a recto and the right-hand edge of a verso, should
be not less that 40mm. Other margins should not be less than 15mm. The character
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size and line length should also be taken into account when deciding margin width.
Running heads and page numbers should be within the recommended margins. The
margins around all illustrations and off-prints should normally be no smaller than
those of the text, if they are bound into the dissertation.

2.5 TYPOGRAPHIC DESIGN

2.5.1 Character Size

The size of character used in the main text, including displayed matter, should be
about 3.0 mm for capitals and 2.0 mm for x-height (height of lower-case x). If smaller
characters are used in notes, etc., care should be taken to avoid serious loss of legibility
when copies are made, particularly if the copies are reduced. The output from some
production methods, e.g. coarse dot-matrix draft quality, is not acceptable.

2.5.2 Word Spacing and Division

Unless an advanced typesetting system is used, text should be set with even spacing
between words because unequal spaces between words tend to impede reading.
Word division at the end of lines should be avoided if possible.

2.5.3 Line Length

Lines should be between 60 and 70 characters long, including word spaces, even if
margins wider than recommenced.

2.5.4 Line Spacing

There should be enough space between lines to allow people ease of horizontal
scanning. In typescript or printout, one-and-a-half line spacing should be used. In
closer spacing e.g. in notes, the space between lines at any point should be not less
than the space contains mathematical formulae, diacritical marks or strings of capital
letters may need additional space.

2.5.5 Paragraphs
Paragraphs should be set flush left with an additional line space between paragraphs,
e.g. in one-and-a-half line spacing, three-line spaces between paragraph.

2.5.6 Quoted Matter

Quoted matter that is displayed, normally more than 30 words, and should be
indented 5 mm to 10 mm. Text should be the same size as the main text. Lines may
be in single spacing, but that is not recommended, for long quotations. Displayed
quotations do not need quotation marks.

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2.6 TABLES

2.6.1 Use
If tables are used within a dissertation e.g. to summarize data, to provide an
alternative to prose for expressing complex contingencies (if this, then that), or to
show the relations between several items, they should be designed with care.

2.6.2 Position
If there are relatively few tables, each should appear as near as possible to the first
reference to it in the text. If there are frequent references to tables, or if there are many
tables, they may be collected together at the end of the text.

2.6.3 Arrangement and Orientation

Each table should, if possible, appear complete on one page. A table should be neither
spaced out to fill the available space nor reduced to fit a small space.
Tables should normally be in the same orientation as the main text. If a
table is too wide for the page, the author should consider whether row and column
information can be transposed, or whether a large table may be presented as several
smaller ones.

2.6.4 Number and Title

Each table should have a number and title, which should appear above or beneath
the table. The number should precede the title. The title should describe the content
of the table, e.g. 'Table 4: Influence of legislation on motoring offences'. If a table
occupies more than one page, its number should be given on each page.

2.6.5 Rows and Columns

The order of rows and columns should be selected to clarify the content. Each
row and column should have a label or heading. Obscure abbreviations should be
avoided, even if columns are narrow. Rows labels may be repeated on the right of
the table, if that is helpful. If a table occupies more than one page, column headings
should appear on each page. Numeric tables may include summary values, e.g. in the
bottom row for column or right-hand column for rows.

2.6.6 Grouping
Items within a table may be grouped within a column to show their relation to each
other, such grouping should be governed by the content of the table and will not
necessarily appear uniform. Space or lines should be used to make visual groupings
of items. Cell values should be appropriately aligned, e.g. on the decimal point.

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2.6.7 Notes
If notes are used within a table, they should be clearly linked to the headings or
values they explain.

2.6.8 Character Size

The character size used in tables should be large enough to allow the table to be
reproduced without risk to legibility. Tables consisting largely of numeral sometimes
require a larger character size than the main text because values of numbers cannot
generally be guessed from their context. The presentation of a series of tables should
be consistent in character size, use of space and other typographic treatment.

2.7 HEADINGS

2.7.1 Levels
Headings should be used to indicate the hierarchical structure of the text. There
should normally be not more than four levels, including the chapter headings as
the first level. Each level should be distinguished from the others. The position and
graphic dominance of headings should reflect their status in the hierarchy.

2.7.2 Position
The space that precedes and follows a heading should be not less than the space
between paragraphs. Headings of equal level should start at the same point on the
line, but not necessarily at the same point as headings of a different level. Headings
should not normally be centered, except, possibly, for chapter and part headings.

2.8 ILLUSTRATIONS

2.8.1 Location
An illustration should normally appear near the first reference made to it in the text.
The desirability of grouping illustrations at the back of a volume or in a separate
volume should be considered if they:-
a. need to be compared with one another,
b. are referred to frequently in the text, or
c. need to be separate because of their nature, e.g. their size or method of production

2.8.2 Quality of Production

Illustrations should be of a technical quality that reproduces well. Clear and accurate
representation may often be made with line illustrations because they are capable of

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good reproduction in most copying processes. If reproduction of continuous tonal

gradations is required, photographic prints are likely to be most suitable.

2.8.3 List of Illustrations

Every illustration in the dissertation, including appendices and material that cannot
be bound, should be included in the list of illustrations with page numbers or other
identification and referred to in the index, if one is included.

2.8.4 Legends and Labels

A short legend should appear beneath or above each illustration. It should give the
title of the illustration and any other information the reader may need, e.g. meaning
of codes used, size and source of the item reproduced.
Each label within an illustration should be either so positioned that the part
it applies to cannot be confused with any other, or linked to the part by a thin line.
The lettering should be large enough and clear enough to remain legible after it has
been reduced, and possibly degraded, when the illustration is photographed and
subsequently copied. Examples of illustration can be view at Figure 6.

2.9 CONSISTENCY IN DETAILS

Consistent forms of language, spelling, numbering, symbols, etc. should be used

throughout a dissertation. Different disciplines have different conventions and it is
essential that authors consult an appropriate source.

2.10 NUMBERING

2.10.1 Principles
Arabic numerals should normally be used for numbering all sequences within a
dissertation. Roman numerals should be used only when there is no alternative. A
single sequence of numbers should be used throughout a multi-volume work.
Illustrations and tables should have separate sequences. Any other system of
numbering should be explained near the table of contents.

2.10.2 Position of Page Numbers

Page numbers should be visibly clear of the text in the bottom centre on each page.

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2.10.3 Page Numbering

The pages of the dissertation should be numbered in a single sequence beginning
with the title page, which should be counted but not numbered, including pages that
carry tables, illustrations, appendices, etc. the use of blank pages should be avoided if
possible. lf there are any, they should carry the word 'BLANK' and the page number.

Figure
Figure
Figure 1: Questionnaire
1 :1Questionnaire
Questionnaire construction
construction process
process
construction (Synodinos,
(Synodinos,
process 2003)
2003)
(Synodinos, 2003)

Figure 2 BuildingFigure
size, number
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Building
Building and
size,
size, repairs
number
number ofrequest
of staff
staff demand
and
and in office buildings
repairs
repairs
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Figure 6 Examples of illustrations/figures/tables

Figure
Figure 19:19: Examples
Examples ofof illustrations/figures/tables
illustrations/figures/tables

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2.10.4 Chapters and Sections

Chapters should be numbered from the start to the finish of the dissertation
continuing across volumes if necessary. Section numbering should normally be not
more than four levels including the chapter as the first level.

2.10.5 Appendices
Appendices should be numbered in a separate sequence from that used for chapters.

2.10.6 Illustrations
Illustration should be numbered consecutively in a single sequence throughout the
dissertation or according to chapters, generally without distinguishing between
different kinds of illustration, e.g. maps, drawings and graphs. In the text, reference
to illustrations should take the form 'see figure 20' or (figure 20).

2.10.7 Table
Tables within the text should be numbered in a single sequence throughout the
dissertation or according to chapters, separate from the illustrations. Tables that
were not designed by the author but are reproduced in the dissertation should be
numbered and treated as illustrations. Tables in an appendix should have a separate
sequence. If there is more than one sequence of tables, the different sequences should
be identified, e.g. 'table 3.5'. In the text, reference to tables should take the form 'see
table 3.5' or (table 3.5).

2.11 FOOTNOTES AND ENDNOTES

2.11.1 Locations Keys

Locations keys for endnotes should be superior numerals or letters and for footnote,
superior numerals, letters or topographic signs (*§ † ‡). If superior numerals are used
for references in the numeric system, or are likely to be confused with text matter,
e.g. in mathematical equations, different location keys should be used for footnotes
and endnotes.

2.11.2 Footnotes
Footnotes should be clearly separated from the main text and from each other. They
may be in a smaller size than main text and more closely spaced. Every line, except
the first of each footnote, should be intended so that the location key projects to the
left.

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2.11.3 Endnotes
Endnotes appear either at the end of the chapter or the end of the text. They should
be listed in numeric or alphabetic order, according to their location keys.

2.12 Bibliographical References

a. General
A bibliographical reference should be given for every work, published or unpub-
lished, cited in the text. Citations in the text should be linked to the list of refer-
ences.

b. Name and Date System (APA)

The originator's name and the date (year) of the work cited are given in paren-
theses in the text. If two or more works have the same originator and year, they
are distinguished by lower-case letters given after the year. References are given
in the list of references at the end of the dissertation, set out in alphabetic order
of originators' surnames, with the year and lower-case letter, if any, immediately
after each surname.

Example
Text:

The notion of an invisible college has been explored in the sciences (Crane, 1972).
Its absence among historians is noted by Stieg (1981). It may be, as Burchard (1965)
points out...

List of references (appears at the end of the dissertation, see 1.18)

Burchard, J.E., 1965. How humanists use a library. In Intrex : report on a planning
conference on information transfer experiments, Sept. 3, 1965. Cambridge, Mass. : MIT
Press.

Crane, D. 1972, Invisible Colleges. Chicago : University of Chicago press.

Stieg, M.F., 1981, The information needs of historians. College and Research Libraries,
Nov. 1981, vol. 42, no. 6, p. 549 - 560.

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Sample bibliography from APA Website

Journal article, one author
Simon, A. (2000). Perceptual comparison through the mindʺs eye.
Memory & Cognition, 23, 635-647

Journal article, two author

Becker, M.B., & Rozek, S.J. (1995). Welcome to the energy crisis.
Journal of Social Issues, 32, 230-343.

Magazine article, one author

Garner, H.J. (1997, July). Do babies have universal song?
Psychology Today, 102, 70-77.

Newspaper article, no author

Study find free care used more. (1982, April 3). Wall Street Journal, pp A1, A25.

Book, two author

Strunk, W., & White, E.B. (1979). The elements of Style (3rd Ed). New York: MacMillan.

Edited book
Letheridge, S., & Cannon, C.R. (Eds). (1980). Bilingual education. New York: Praeger.

Dissertation
Olsen, G.W. (1985). Campus child care within the public support post secondary
educational institutions in the state of Wisconsin (dare care) (Doctoral dissertation,
University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1985). Dissertations Abstracts International, 47/03, 783.

Web page with private organisation as author

The Midwest league. (2003). Pitching, individual records. (2003). Retrieved October
1, 2003 from [Link] [Link].

2.12.1 Bibliography
a. Content
The bibliography, if present, should list all sources consulted in writing the
dissertation, but not necessarily all material relevant to it. Sources may include
personal interviews, lectures, tape recordings and radio and television broadcasts. lf
the name and date system is used for bibliographical references, a bibliography may
not be needed in addition to the list of references.
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b. Order of Entries
Entries in the bibliography should be given either in alphabetic order of originators'
name or, if the bibliography is long, according to some scheme of classification, e.g.
separate lists for primary and secondary sources, or references grouped according
either to subdivisions of the subject or to the kind of material, with journals, books,
manuscripts, etc. listed separately.

c. Presentation
A consistent form of presentation should be used for all bibliographical references
throughout the dissertation. As a general rule, all titles of books and periodicals
should be set in italic, or underlined if the method of production does not allow use
the of italic.

2.13 FRONT AND END MATTER

2.13.1 Arrangement of Dissertation

Front matter should be set out in the sequence.

2.13.2 Title Page

The title page of every volume should give the following information in the order
listed:-
a) The name of the organisation (UiTM) to which the dissertation is submitted.
b) The full title of the dissertation and any subtitle.
c) The total number of volumes, if more than one, and the number of the particular
volume.
d) The full name of the author, followed, if desired, by any qualifications and
distinctions.
e) The qualification for which the dissertation is submitted.
f) The Department and Faculty in which the research was conducted.
g) The month and year of submission.

2.13.3 Title and Subtitle

The title should describe the content of the dissertation accurately and concisely. lf
necessary, a subtitle should be added to provide greater detail.

2.13.4 Abstract
The abstract should follow the title page. It should provide a synopsis of the
dissertation, starting the nature and scope of work undertaken and the contribution

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made to knowledge in the subject treated. It should appear on its own on a single
page. Figure 7 and Figure 8 show an example of abstracts.

2.5 cm
ABSTRACT
2.5 cm
Construction activities take place outdoors under conditions that are
not favourable to the workers‟ safety and health. Many accidents
occurs partially because the workers did not have sufficient training

Statement
and knowledge of safe working practices. As attending safety training

Problem
courses is voluntary, there is a need to understand the motivations and
barriers to attending these training courses. This will help the
organisers of such courses to make suitable steps to increase the
attendance of the workers in such courses.

The objectives of this research are to identify the reasons for the

Objective &
barriers to the attendance of construction site supervisors in safety

Subjects
training courses. A portal survey using questionnaires were done on
120 site supervisors in Selangor. Only 30 site supervisors responded
(response rate 25%). The questionnaire inquired on the subjects‟

Method
Collection
background and reasons and barriers to attending safety training

Data
courses.

The data of the respondents were analysed using statistical which are

Analysis
Method
the mean, standard deviations, and chi-square. The respondents were
all male, with 60% having qualifications above diploma, and 35% Data
were single. The most popular reasons for attending safety courses
were to improve skill, improving qualifications, gain satisfaction and
to get some relaxation. The barriers of attending safety course were
Findings

cost of the courses, workloads and no employer support. There are

very weak correlation between the background variables and the
reasons and barriers to attending safety courses.

Figure
Figure 20:7Examples
Examples of
ofSocial
SocialScience Abstract
Science Abstract

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2.5 cm
ABSTRACT

2.5 cm
Concrete is arguably the material most used in construction of
structures. These structures range from buildings, bridges, tunnels
and furnaces. The material is exposed to the weather and artificial

ment
State
extreme conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold and extreme

Problem
chemicals. The exposure to such conditions may contribute to the
deterioration of the strength characteristics of the concrete.

The objective of this research is to determine if the loss of compressive

strength of concrete is influenced by the temperature to which it is
exposed. It is also determine if the duration of exposure of concrete to

Objectives
extreme heat influences the amount of loss of its compressive strength.

Eighteen cubes test cubes 10 cm by 10 cm were cast using a mix 1:3:6.

Sungai Selangor graded river sand was used as fine aggregate. Ipoh

Specimens
limestone graded rock was the coarse aggregate and Cap Unta
Portland cement was used as the cement. The cubes were cured by
water submersion for28 days.

A pair of cubes (total=8 cubes) was exposed for two hours at

temperatures of 100o, 200 o, 300o, and 400o Celsius respectively in
Metho
d
Collection

an electric furnace. A pair of cubes (total 8 cubes) was also exposed

Data

at 400o Celsius heat for 2, 4, 6 and 8 hours respectively in an electric

furnace. A pair of cube was used as control specimens. When the
heated cube was cooled down to room temperature, they and the
control specimens were subjected to compressive loads until failure.

Loss of compressive strength was calculated from the difference

Data Analysis
methods

between the average compressive strength of the control specimens

and that of the heated pair of cubes. Regressions was used on
temperature against loss of compressive strength and on duration of
extreme heat exposure against loss of compressive strength.
Findings

The results of the regression indicated that there was a log linear
relationship between the loss of compressive strength and the
temperature. No relationship was found between the loss of strength
and the duration of heat exposure.

Figure
Figure 21:8Examples
Examples of
ofExperimental
ExperimentalStudy Abstract
Study Abstract

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2.13.5 List of Contents

The list of contents should follow the abstract. It should give, in sequence, with page
numbers and all relevant subdivisions of the dissertation as stated in section 18. If a
dissertation comprises more than one volume, the contents of the whole dissertation
should be shown in the first volume and each subsequent volume should have its
own separate list of contents.

2.13.6 List of Tables and Illustrations

The list of illustrations and tables should follow the list of contents.

2.13.7 List of Accompanying Material

A list of any material intended to be removed should follow the lists of illustrations,
etc. It should, if necessary, give details of equipment required to consult the material.

2.13.8 Preface, Acknowledgement

The preface should precede the acknowledgement, if both are included separately.
The preface or acknowledgement should include reasons for undertaking the study
as well as acknowledgement of assistance, for example, support such as scholarships
and grants, consultations and discussions with supervisors and colleagues. If there
is no preface; the acknowledgement should have its own heading. Examples of
acknowledgement can be view at Figure 9.

2.13.9 Author's Declaration

When submitting the dissertation, the author should draw attention to any material
contained in the dissertation that has been presented before. If the dissertation is
based on joint research, the nature and extent of the author's individual’s contribution
should be stated. The declaration should follow the acknowledgement, under a
separate heading. Sample of author’s declaration can be view at Figure 10.

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2.5 cm
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

2.5 cm
I honour my humble respectful appreciation and gratitude towards my
most graceful and love aspiring merciful Almighty Allah S.W.T for
blessing me with all required knowledge, health and courage to
successfully accomplish and render this dissertation.
I dedicated to acknowledge with a deep sense of gratitude and
appreciations to my supervisor Dr. Puteri Melati Megat Ahmadi for
giving me the idea on working out this dissertation. She was extremely
helpful. The explanation, guidance and support she gave made it possible
for me to complete this dissertation successfully.

It‟s my great pleasure to acknowledge lecturers at Faculty of

Architecture, Planning and Surveying (FSPU), Shah Alam for all their
valuable assistance and supports rendered for the successful completion
of this dissertation work, and lastly but not least I dedicate with full
responsibility my respectful appreciation, honor and gratitude to my most
beloved parents who has always been there for me providing love, care,
moral and financial supports to successfully complete this dissertation
works.

Thanks to all the people that contributed their ideas, without their
ideas and advice, this research could not have been completed. Last but
not least, thanks to the maintenance supervisor at Hentian Pelabuhan
Klang and Putrajaya Sentral.

'
Figure
Figure22: Examples
9 Examples of acknowledgement
of acknowledgement

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2.5 cm
Author’s Declaration
2.5 cm

I declare that the work in this dissertation was carried out in

accordance with the regulations of University Teknologi MARA. It is
original and is the result of my own work, unless otherwise indicated
or acknowledged as referenced work. This dissertation has not been
submitted to any other academic institution or non-academic
institution for any other degree or qualification.

In the event that my dissertation is found to violate the conditions

mentioned above, I voluntarily waive the right of conferment of my
degree and agree to be subjected to the disciplinary rules and
regulations of University Teknologi MARA.

Name of author : Murni binti Abdullah

Authors I.D : 200712345
Programme code : APP246
Faculty : Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying
Dissertation title : The effect of design towards maintenance service

Figure 10 Examples
Figure of author’s
23: Examples declaration
of author’s declaration

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2.13.10 Definitions
Definitions of any terms specific to the dissertation should be given.

2.13.11 Appendices
Appendices may consist of material of considerable length or of lists, documents,
commentaries, tables or other evidence that, if included in the main text, would
interrupt its flow. The presentation of appendices, including character size, should
be consistent with the style of the main text. If long appendices are divided into
chapter, they should be entered in the list of contents under the main heading of the
appendix. In a single-volume dissertation, appendices should follow the main text,
possibly with a separate list of contents. If in a multi-volume dissertation they are
issued in a separate volume, it should have its own list of contents.

2.13.12 Glossary
If there is a glossary, it should follow the text and any list of appendices. Terms that
require explanation should be defined in a glossary, which should include a key to
any abbreviations used. For an abbreviation not in common use, the term should be
given in full at the first instance followed by the abbreviation in brackets. In a multi-
volume dissertation, a glossary should be provided in each volume. Definitions of
terms specific to the dissertation should be included.

2.13.13 List of References

The list of references should follow the glossary.

2.14 ERRATA

2.14.1 Author's Responsibility

The dissertation should be checked for spelling and accuracy, including cross-
references and sequence of numbers. The author of the dissertation is responsible for
any errors before submitting the dissertation for examination.

2.14.2 Manuscript Corrections

If the author wished to make minor handwritten changes to the dissertation before
it is submitted for examination, or if the examiners require the author to make them,
they should be made neatly in the black ink on the text.

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GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION OF DISSERTATION

3.0 CONTENT GUIDELINES

CMA613 is the continuation of CMA603. Both are core subjects to the final year
students.
Distribution of marks for CMA603 and CMA613 are as follows;

CMA601
Course Learning Outcome MQF LOD MOHE Taxonomy Assessment
Write problem statements, LOD 6 3 C5 Test: 20%
research objectives, literature Content of
review, research design and dissertation :
methods related to the research 60%
topics systematically and
independently on appropriate
research topic or issue relevant to
the construction industry
Demonstrate initiative ad interest LOD7 7 A3 Supervision
in adhering to supervision (10%)
requirements and research
standards.
Show ethics and professionalism LOD4 6 A3 Ethics,
in conducting research originality
development work. and language
(10%)

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CMA613
Course Learning Outcome MQF LOD MOHE Taxonomy Assessment
Follow ethical principles in LOD4 3 A3 Ethics,
conducting research development originality
work. and language
(10%)
Demonstrate initiative LOD7 7 A3 Supervision
and interest in adhering to (10%)
supervision requirements and
research standards.
Synthesize research findings to LOD6 3 C5 Content of
advance construction theory and dissertation
practice. (80%)

3.1 CONSULTATION SESSION

3.1.1 Every student must consult with their supervisor at least SEVEN (7) times
during the semester. Students would be guided and assisted in the production
of their dissertations by their supervisors. Failure to comply will give right to
the supervisor to reject submission of the dissertation.

3.1.2 Meeting Log is provided at the end of this book to record consultation sessions.

3.2 EXAMINATION OF DISSERTATION

3.2.1 All students who had registered for the course must submit the final draft for
examination. Students who did not submit will be given the status Fail.

3.2.2 If any of the student fails CMA603, they will be required to repeat the course
and they will not be allowed to undertake CMA613 simultaneously.

3.2.3 The student is only allowed to change supervisor if he/she fails CMA603. In this
case, the student must complete a "Application for Change of Supervisor Form"
(See Figure 11). It is necessary to obtain feedback from a former supervisor
as well as approval from the Coordinator. The application must be submitted
during the first week of the semester. Once the application is complete, a new
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3.2.4 The supervisor will assess the dissertation for CMA603, whereas two examiners,
the supervisor and an appointed second examiner, will evaluate the dissertation
for CMA613.

3.2.5 If examiners identify any inadequacy in the content of the dissertation, they
have the authority to declare the students' work incomplete (TL). Students
are expected to extend and complete their dissertations in one semester. Non-
submission and plagiarism will receive the status FAIL.

3.2.6 A third examiner will be appointed in the following circumstances:

a) The difference in marks between the supervisor and the second examiner is
greater than 15 points.
b) When any of the examiner failed the students.

3.3 VIVA VOCE

3.3.1 Viva-voce if necessary, will be conducted upon request from any of the
examiner.
3.3.2 The coordinator will notify the selected student of the date and time of viva-
voce. Session will be conducted after the final examination.
3.3.4 The presentation should be about 15-20 minutes and will be cross-examined by
a panel of examiners. The students should be able to defend their work.

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Figure 11 Application for Change of Supervisor Form

Figure 24: Application for Change of Supervisor Form

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3.4 THE PROCESS OF DISSERTATION SUBMISSION

3.4.1 CMA603: student must submit one (1) copy of the final draft to respective
3.4 The Process of Dissertation Submission
supervisor in week 14 of that semester. Student will only get thirty percent
(30%) of marks
3.4.1 for LATE
CMA603: submission.
student must submit one (1) copy of the final draft to respective
supervisor in week 14 of that semester. Student will only get thirty percent
(30%)must
3.4.2 CMA613: student of marks for two
submit LATE
(2) submission.
copies of the final draft through course
coordinator at week 12 of that semester. Course Coordinator will distribute the
3.4.2 CMA613: student must submit two (2) copies of the final draft through
dissertation course
to the supervisor
coordinatorand
at second examiner.
week 12 of that semester. Course Coordinator will
distribute the dissertation to the supervisor and second examiner.
3.4.3 The final draft should be in the form of comb binding.
3.4.3 The final draft should be in the form of comb binding.
3.4.5 Coordinator will announce the date to collect dissertation from supervisor and
3.4.5 Coordinator will announce the date to collect dissertation from supervisor
examiner. Students will be Students
and examiner. required will
to dobethe corrections.
required to do the corrections.

3.4.6 Supervisor
3.4.6 Supervisor will verify will
the verify the works
corrected corrected
by works
signingbythe
signing the “Supervisor’s
“Supervisor’s
Endorsement Form” (Refer Figure 12)
Endorsement Form” (Refer Figure 12)

Figure25:
Figure 12 Supervisor’s
Supervisor’sendorsement form
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3.4.7 Final submission should be submitted as .pdf soft copy via submission form
which will be provided by the coordinator. Date for submission will be decided
and announced by the coordinator.

3.5 QUALITY AND INTEGRITY OF DISSERTATION

Students are reminded that consistency and accuracy of presentation are important.
Careful editing is required to ensure that the dissertation is free of errors before
submission for examination.

3.5.1 Plagiarism

3.5.2 It is mandatory for students to follow the current plagiarism policy at UiTM.
The current software utilised at UiTM will be used to check for similarity, and
the results must be submitted with the dissertation.

3.5.3 Students must write their dissertations entirely in their own words.

Quotations from published or unpublished sources, as well as the sources of

any additional materials, should be acknowledged and cited. Citation and reference
styles must be followed in a methodical manner. Visual presentation sources, such
as images or maps, must also be identified. Students are reminded that plagiarism is
taken seriously at UiTM, and examiners have the authority to sanction students who
are found guilty of plagiarism, which could result in expulsion or suspension from
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DISSERTATION TITLE

18 fonts size,
times news
roman, cap initial

STUDENT NAME
STUDENT ID

BSC (HONS) CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

CENTRE OF STUDIES FOR CONSTRUCTION
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING AND SURVEYING
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

MONTH YEAR

Figure
Figure13
26:Example
Exampleof of
dissertation cover
dissertation cover

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