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VOLUME 02 - 2015
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Paper 01/2015 - Rumah Gadang as Symbolic Representation of Negeri Sembilan Ethnic Identity
Isham Shah Hassan, Norwira Harun & Isdawati Ismail
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Minangkabau is one of the important ethnic groups in Negeri Sembilan.  Every ethnic group has common visual identity use for their identification.  One of the symbolic representations of Minangkabau’s is Rumah gadang the traditional house of Minangkabau.  In Negeri Sembilan this unique form of rumah gadang can be identified in many visual identities of Minangkabaus’ people in Negeri Sembilan such as corporate identity, restaurant’s logo, building’s design and virtual identity. This phenomenon is becoming the visual language in Negeri Sembilan’s culture.  I intend to analyze the visual form of rumah gadang as the symbolic representation of Negeri Sembilan Minangkabau’s ethnic identity in this paper.  The focus is on rumah gadang as a visual object and the analysis is using semiotic method. Based on this study, rumah gadang is becoming the icon of Negeri Sembilan Minangkabau’s ethnic group and becoming their strong ethnic identity.  As a conclusion for this research rumah gadang is a symbolic representation of Minangkabau’s ethnic identity.

Paper 02/2015 - Web Mobile Development for Heritage Module at Port Dickson Polytechnic
Isham Shah Hassan, Norhaslinawati Md Saad & Nordiana Nordin
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Computers and Internet have successfully provided students with various online educational services. With the latest developments in the mobile technology, new methods are emerging to provide educational services through mobile technologies such as mobile phones and PDAs. By providing the educational services using the wireless medium, the educational institutions can facilitate self-access learning.  By using the mobile educational services, lecturers and students can access the services anytime and anywhere they want. This paper discusses the possibility of providing architectural heritage studies on web application through mobile technology. This offers a new approach in architectural education, namely imparting knowledge, or facilitating the imparting of knowledge, through a medium other than the traditional methods used in polytechnic. It does not seek to replace the conventional methods of teaching, which have traditionally been through lecture classes and design studios. It merely aspires to bridge some of the gap that is found between the two and thereby promote better understanding of architectural knowledge. The case study is an important tool in architectural education. Students learn by analyzing, comparing and evaluating aspects of important architectural works. By providing a tool by which this evaluation is facilitated and enhanced through the process of associative thinking, architectural learning is enriched. The paper will conduct formative evaluation of the student projects with the aim to test the feasibility of providing mobile educational services for diploma level architectural students in Port Dickson Polytechnic.  The study found that the mobile learning can be a useful complement to the current computer based learning.

Paper 03/2015 - Soil Stabilization Using Polypropelene
Jothy Rani, Haslienda Mohd Iham & Marlya Dahuri
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Rapid improvements in the engineering world have influence a lifestyle of human beings in ultimate extends but day to day activities of mankind are augmenting risk in the environment in the same proportion. Soil stabilization helps to reduce the risk of natural destruction which is caused due to rainfall or other aspect. The main objective of this study is to identify the soil properties and strength by using polypropylene in geotechnical application and determine the comparisons of the original soil’s and altered soil properties by laboratory result on the soil sample that we obtain from Soft Soil From Research Centre For Soft Soil (Recess), University Tun Hussien Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia. Polypropylene strips  obtained from waste plastic were mixed randomly with the soil. A series of Direct Shear Stress tests were carried out on randomly reinforced soil by varying percentage of polypropylene with same lengths and proportions.The result obtain are compared with the original soft soil and with altered soft soil using polypropylene.The results and conclusion were summed up which shows that use of polypropylene in soil in an appropriate amount really aids in improving the strength of soil and also helps in modification of soil properties.

Paper 04/2015 - The Integration of CiDOS in Design Process for Producing Creative Product
Nik Hasnira Nik Pa, Isham Shah Hassan & Siti Nur Yusra
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - The purpose of this research is to examine the effect of integrating CiDOS on teaching architectural design process for Malaysian polytechnic architectural students in producing a creative product. The web based information is set up based on Caroll’s minimal theory, while the integration is based on Brown and Campione’s technology of learning theory. This study utilized a quasi-experimental method. Final semester students from two (2) classes being used as research samples where sixty (25) students are in the treatment group and another sixty (25) students are in the control group. The final products being evaluated by the experts in architectural field using an instrument based on Creative Product Analysis Model (CPAM). The inferential statistics namely T-Test and Pearson Correlation Analysis with a significant level p = 0.01 were utilized. Research outcome shows that there is a significant difference between the treatment group product (M=79.1) and control group product (M=70.5).  This research contributes to the use of real case in the development of an architectural website, in the use of mobile technology as media information sources and in the construction of validated instrument which is used to evaluate creative architectural products.

Paper 05/2015 - Studies on Islamic Faith/Believe Among Malaysian Polytechnic Students
Alias Md Saad & Nurul Balqis Ahmad Balqis
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - The learning experience is an important factor that helps students to develop thinking skills as well as build good personal attitude and social behavior. This research paper attempted to look at Islamic faith behavior among Malaysian polytechnic students. The research design is a combination of both the quantitative and qualitative method. A set of questionnaire was distributed to current and former students of polytechnic to gain information for this study. In addition to the questionnaire, an interview session was conducted in order to strengthen the quantitative data collected. For the purpose of testing the reliability of the research construct, Alpha Cronbach coefficient was obtained. The value of Alpha Cronbach obtained was (ά0.87) for the construct on Islamic faith behavior. Research findings showed that Islamic faith behavior among polytechnic students and polytechnic graduates is at a high level. This points to the conclusion that the learning experience at the polytechnic institution emphasizes not only the cognitive domain, but also the affective domain where both domains serve to develop students’ personality. As for curriculum developers, the findings from this study will help them to design a curriculum specifically related to developing students’ personality.

Paper 06/2015 - Negeri Sembilan Traditional House and Minangkabau House in Sumatra: The Assimilation of Matrilineal in the Architectural Sustainability
Setiawan Hardono, Ayub Awang & Siti Amirah
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - This article examines the architectural concept in Negeri Sembilan traditional house and Minangkabau house in Western Sumatera. Both houses are interconnected to one another. This traditional house is inhabited by a community originating from Minangkabau offsprings who adopt a similar Minangkabau traditional system known as matrilineal. The uniqueness of the architectural elements in the interior design of both houses is not naturally formed, but it is built through the compatibility of an authentic Minangkabau matrilineal system from Western Sumatera and assimilated with local matrilineal system in Negeri Sembilan which forms a unique traditional house. However, many are not able to relate the philosophical values and connection between these two houses. Thus, the objective of this study is to analyse the distortion in the assimilation of matrilineal custom that exists in the architectural elements in Negeri Sembilan Traditional House and Minangkabau house. Among the aspects that are scrutinized in this study concern the entire organization, circulation and architectural elements. This research needs to be disclosed to the public in order to preserve the elements of matrilineal system on the sustainability of its architecture. This study operates with review methodology, literature review and ethnography method of research. The data were simultaneously obtained in the research area. The results from this study will authorize a realistic research finding, as to prove the existent in the assimilation of matrilineal custom and the architectural sustainability of Negeri Sembilan Traditional House and Minangkabau House in Western Sumatera.

Paper 07/2015 - Facility Planning for Biotechnology Program Using Semantic Relationship
Halimah Che Hassan & Ahmad Yazid Abd Rahman
Main Author from Politeknik Nilai Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Abstract - Facility planning for a technical education diploma program is a complex process. Proper and flexible planning strategy is needed especially when the institution undergoes program expansion or program change. An appointed person-in-charge needs clear information and knowledge to suggest a set of user requirements and specification for the  design of this complex facility.  The problem in planning is in the capturing of adequate and relevant knowledge in biotechnology training and its delivery during designing stage. Decisions on physical facilities specifications and requirements need to be made by program expert in biotechnology. All decisions made are documented in a project brief (PB) document that should address the operational needs of the end user. In this paper, a user requirement assessment framework was proposed by the biotechnology planning coordinators to capture and organize relevant knowledge using semantic relationship concept so as to simplify the documentation process of PB. A combination of qualitative methods and non-participatory observation were used to uncover the hidden relationships of relevant data and draft PB were produced using semantic relation and algorithm.  A simple decision making process was incorporated in a prototype to showcase the user requirements and decisions made from the captured and stored knowledge. The findings of this paper contribute to the development of a meaningful and functional PB for the enhancement of Biotechnology Diploma Program in the institution.

Paper 08/2015 - The Influence of Islam in Minangkabau Architectural Heritage
Isham Shah Hassan, Norul Fazlina & Rohani Mohd Noor
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Islam brings upon harmony and peace to humanity. From an architectural perspective, harmony is valued based on how a space designed to bring comfort, peace and protection to the occupants. A comfortable home is a necessity. The design of a house has to plan by taking into consideration the physical factors, environment and the major needs of the occupants. Unfortunately, nowadays the design of the modern Malay houses has neglected the factor of harmony. The design of the modern Malay houses no longer takes into consideration factors such as climate, the Malay culture, religious restrictions and the comfort of the occupants. This has consequently produced designs of buildings, which are not conducive to be occupants. The solution to this problem is the Malay heritage architecture. This research will look into the benefits of the Malay architecture, specifically the Minangkabau architecture in Negeri Sembilan. The main advantage of the Minangkabau architecture is the ability of the craftsmen in understanding the needs of the environment while designing the houses. The living culture that is Islamic based has blended well among the Malays and the craftsmen have successfully materialised it in designing the Malay houses. Generally, the Minangkabau architecture clearly follows the Islamic concept in providing harmony and comfort to the occupants. This research attempts to see how the Minangkabau architecture has practically applied the Islamic concept in the modern Malay houses to build harmony and comfortable houses in terms of ventilation, the usage of natural sunlight, the design of nature-friendly space and the usage of space to preserve the tradition and culture, which based on Islam. Research carried out by making comparisons between modern Malay architecture and Minangkabau heritage architecture in relation to the concept of harmony in Islam. The finding of the research become as guidelines in designing houses in Malaysia to provide harmony and comfort to the occupants.

Paper 09/2015 - The Proposal of Landscape Design Concept for Islamic Graveyard at Berangan, Selangor, Malaysia
Bambang Hariyanto, Siti Amirah Mohtaram, Setiawan Hardono & Ayub Awang
Main Author from Kolej Komuniti Masjid Tanah, Malaysia
Abstract - Islam brings upon harmony and peace to humanity. From an architectural perspective, harmony is valued based on how a space designed to bring comfort, peace and protection to the occupants. A comfortable home is a necessity. The design of a house has to plan by taking into consideration the physical factors, environment and the major needs of the occupants. Unfortunately, nowadays the design of the modern Malay houses has neglected the factor of harmony. The design of the modern Malay houses no longer takes into consideration factors such as climate, the Malay culture, religious restrictions and the comfort of the occupants. This has consequently produced designs of buildings, which are not conducive to be occupants. The solution to this problem is the Malay heritage architecture. This research will look into the benefits of the Malay architecture, specifically the Minangkabau architecture in Negeri Sembilan. The main advantage of the Minangkabau architecture is the ability of the craftsmen in understanding the needs of the environment while designing the houses. The living culture that is Islamic based has blended well among the Malays and the craftsmen have successfully materialised it in designing the Malay houses. Generally, the Minangkabau architecture clearly follows the Islamic concept in providing harmony and comfort to the occupants. This research attempts to see how the Minangkabau architecture has practically applied the Islamic concept in the modern Malay houses to build harmony and comfortable houses in terms of ventilation, the usage of natural sunlight, the design of nature-friendly space and the usage of space to preserve the tradition and culture, which based on Islam. Research carried out by making comparisons between modern Malay architecture and Minangkabau heritage architecture in relation to the concept of harmony in Islam. The finding of the research become as guidelines in designing houses in Malaysia to provide harmony and comfort to the occupants.

Paper 10/2015 - Adaptability Model for Precast Panel Housing: Case Study at Teacher’s Quarters in Malaysia
Zulkefle Ismail
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - The preliminary idea to this research come from the Construction Industry Master Plan that is to transform and industrialized the Malaysian construction industry to a more systematic and mechanized system.  The development of adaptable housing is still in its infancy stage in Malaysia.  Adaptable housing with open systems offers the possibility of using products from different manufacturers.  Understanding the user’s needs, designing solutions and developing architectural programming for adaptable housing may enhance the usage of Industrialized Building System (IBS) in housing.  This research is a continuation from a previous research carried out by Asiah et al (2009).  The objectives of this paper: first, to study about the level of satisfaction of users in Teacher’s Quarters, and; second, the application of concept of adaptability in housing using IBS.  The questionnaires were distributed to the tenants of teachers’ quarters in the urban, suburban and rural area of Selangor and Perak.  The teacher’s quarters which were constructed during 1998 to 2002 remain as the biggest housing in Malaysia constructed using IBS.  The research examined the needs and level of satisfaction of residents for every internal space of the quarters such as the living area, dining area, kitchen, bedroom and bathrooms.  Most of respondents are dissatisfied with the spaces in their house.  Although all five spaces are equally important but have varying impact on adaptability varies.  Thus study reviewed all spaces in an integrated manner in accordance to the conceptual model proposed in this study.  The model is considered as a part of criteria in developing architectural programming for adaptable housing in the future.