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JOURNAL ONLINE JARINGAN PENGAJIAN SENI BINA

VOLUME 03 - 2016
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Paper 01/2016 - Semi Auto Wheelchair
D.M Elias, Zulkarnain Hamid & Noraizam Miswan
Main Author from Politeknik Shah Alam, Malaysia
Abstract - Semi-Auto Wheelchair (SAWc) is mobility device to provide patient independently movement for indoor and outdoor, such as moving to and placing on bed, and self-lift assistance through electrical control. Currently, patients and attendees are facing problem to be shifting from wheelchair to vehicles or bed. This research project started to know its evaluation from earlier to the present generation through literature review and market survey. Also considered to know the customer satisfaction and needs of existing product in market through questionnaires. Market survey was taken from different users and attendees for design methodologies. SAWc are driven by manual and 24 volt electrical power control. The redesign of manual wheel chair divided into two main functions: 1. Controlling lifting for up and down with electrical control, 2. the positioning control for sitting state and lying state was considered for this project, and 3. alarm or emergency system is provided to inform the attendee that there is a need of his or her presence to the patient. The design motivation of the SAWc is to reduce injury  according to lack of patient handling and will meet a customer satisfaction.

Paper 02/2016 - Digital Studio vs Conventional Studio in Teaching Architectural Design Process
Isham Shah Hassan, Ruslinda Abdullah & Siti Amirah Mohtaram
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Design is a complex and open process.  A designer starts the idea from an abstract form to a final idea in the form of a product to solve the design problem.   At the early design stage discussion occurs regularly between students and lecturer to improve the design quality.  The selection of a proper media for presentation is important in the design process to make sure the media selected has strong visual impact.  CAD technology gives opportunity for students to use three dimensional digital models in the design process to develop good design concept. The digital model can decrease the aspect of abstraction on a design idea.  The main objective of this study is to compare the development in the design activities between students that use digital studio and students that use conventional studio. The study had been done for four years on diploma architectural students at Port Dickson Polytechnic. All the semester six students had been selected as the sample for this study. The quasi experimental method was used to study the effect of integrating digital studio in the design process.  The research outcome showed that significant difference between digital model product (M=80.2) compared to conventional product from the aspect of creativity, t(238) = 9.198 significant.  This study shows that integration of digital studio in the learning process of design modules in polytechnic provides learning environment that ignites students to produce creative architectural design product.

Paper 03/2016 - Rumah Ibu – An Analysis on Concept and Function
Roslina Muda, Rohani Mohd Noor & Izawati
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - The layout and functions  of ` rumah ibu ‘ in a traditional Malay house design  which once characterize the socio-cultural community now was less inherited by the current generation. Perhaps it is inappropriate or incompatible with the lifestyle in this modern age. The importance and role of this space in the formation of the family institution has been proven in the Malay heritage architecture. However, most modern Malay tends to model more of the foreign    architectural design mainly from the west. Pride conscious, westernization characteristics as well as underrating the   ethnic Malay native elements have deteriorated  the   identity that leads to the confusion and identity crisis. Hence, this study was undertaken to assess whether the concept of   `rumah ibu' is relevant and suitable to be applied in residential and modern way of life towards upholding the Malay resilience today. This study is carried out using document data or text and image analysis methods. This study aimed at identifying  the basic principles that support the importance of  `rumah ibu’ to the community and its relationship with  the formation of national identity. The results of the study are   to reveal the concept and the importance of  ‘rumah ibu’. Some practical approaches would be suggested towards the establishment of  the   family institution and the nation dignity.

Paper 04/2016 - The Flexibility of Communal Mosque in Malaysia
Siti Nur Yusra, Nornawarlaili & Norzalina Yusop
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Most of the mosque in Malaysia have their own design in order to express better appearance imposing its aesthetically pleasing as well as a symbol of  power, splendor and to show the advancement of the country. However it was seen as a dilapidation in cost consumption in terms of building materials and mechanical system applied for the building. Islam never teaches its followers wasting money on constructing a mosque. Therefore, the study of flexibility Communal Mosque in Malaysia is seen to be enlightened on the true function of the mosque as claimed in Islam. References on construction of the previous mosque will be important references for today mosque. Functional and spiritual aspects, which should dominates the design of the mosque is not taken into consideration without thinking of the impacts that would occur if these aspects are ignored. In this research, issues to discuss are privacy, brotherhood, function, safety and design of the mosque. Methodology of the study is a literature review. The result from the study is expected to make a reassessment of the function and importance of the elements in the design of the mosque in order to develop a real character of new Muslim generation in this modern world.

Paper 05/2016 - The Integration of Facebook in Teaching and Learning
Isham Shah Hassan, Zanariah Kassim & Norzalina Yusop
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Facebook, a social media web application, is a part of million student lives. Students use Facebook for communicating with friends and playing games. Since they use Facebook frequently and comfortably, we may exploit this entertainment-oriented site as an edutainment tool. Although there are many tools available for eLearning, Facebook seems to be one of the most effective tools because students generally respond to discussions quickly and are comfortable enough in their "space" to share their information and opinions. By using Facebook in learning, the role of students can therefore shift from only receiving knowledge to both searching and sharing their knowledge. Moreover, interactions with teachers can become more instant since teachers and students can respond quickly via Facebook. It is worthy to realize, however, that teachers cannot use Facebook as a single teaching and learning tool. Facebook still lacks features such as file submission and file sharing to support the complete learning process. This paper presents the approach and the experience in using Facebook for architectural students in Port Dickson Polytechnic for both informal and formal learning. In the formal courses, Facebook is used for discussion, sharing video and document links. We found that students actively and quickly participated in both asking and answering a lecturer’s questions. In addition, students also shared their new knowledge even after the classes have ended and grades were assigned. As a result, Facebook has an excellent potential to serve as a lifelong learning channel for lecturers and students in polytechnic.

Paper 06/2016 - Potential Concept of 'Park and Ride' at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Skudai Kampus
Norliza Johan
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - UTM is the centre point of its citizens to get to work and study, by that UTM were filled with vehicles, mainly from private vehicles and buses. Too many vehicles entering the UTM can cause traffic congestion. It also affects the car park where it is too limited in UTM. Basically vehicles have at present is overflowing and increasing every year at the request of the public and became one of the main sources to go to work or college. People are less likely to use transit vehicles such as buses and car pool to work. This is one of the main cause of traffic congestion and affect the lack of parking area in UTM. The use of too many vehicles also causes traffic congestion in certain areas in the campus. The parking problem will occur if the area was built without planning for the long term. UTM campus is also involved in this issue. For UTM citizens, parking facilities are important for those who have a vehicle. To reduce congestion and lack of parking spaces, a public method that provides ample parking and connecting with the public service was introduced and it was named the Park and Ride. Park and Ride concept gives priority to the use of buses and thus reduce the use of private vehicles.

Paper 07/2016 - An Intepretation of Acehnese Tombstone
Ayub Awang, Setiawan Hardono & Siti Amirah
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Batu Aceh or Acehnese Tombstone is believed to have been originated from Aceh in Northern Sumatra which is used from the late 15^th to the late 19^th century (Othman, 1988). The most privileges about Acehnese Tombstones that they are exhibit the variety of shapes, designs, sizes, ornamentals and decorations. Acehnese tombstone admitted consists of richest values to be studied whether from the shape of the tombstone typology or decoration on the facade. The design of the Acehnese tombstone shape is greatly influenced by past era elements as well as Hindu-Buddhist arts, Sufism and prehistoric arts. All the elements in design make Acehnese Tombstones really unique, different and significant as a one of greatest masterpiece in Malay Archipelago. The study on the design of Acehnese Tombstone is a way to tell the public about Malay heritage that worth to preserve permanently.

Paper 08/2016 - Application of Electrical Wire Trainer (EWT) in Electrical Wiring Course (DET1022)
Mohd Zaiham Hamzah, Rozaini Rahi & Yeo Li Min
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - This study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the developed EWT to apply for the DET1022 course. EWT is a package consisting of eight (8) modules along with an interactive video produced specifically to ease the understanding and smooth a process of learning and teaching. The study was descriptive survey comprised the study sample consisted of 37 first semester students of the Diploma in Electrial Engineering (DET). The method used in this study was a questionnaire. The raw data were analyzed to determine the number of students to evaluate whether the characteristics of EWT is user-friendly in terms of motivation, interface design, application understanding and user comfort. The results from this study showed that students agree that the use of this EWT in DET1022 course help them to understand better and also can be the basis for all DET1022 course’s lecturers to help the process of learning and teaching run smoothly and have positive impact on students.

Paper 09/2016 - Integrating Flipped Classroom at Port Dickson Polytechnic: Students’ Perception
Isham Shah Hassan , A. Ghafar Maarof & Reduan Mahat
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - New technology produces new directions for education.  The increase in tuition costs and the new offer from free online course open discussion and bringing change in the physical classroom. The flipped is the focus of this journal. As we know, flipped classroom is a new pedagogical method which video lectures, theory and notes as homework. The discussion and problem solving activities conducted in classroom under lecturer supervision.  This paper provides a comprehensive survey for on-going research in Port Dickson Polytechnic of the flipped classroom. The purpose of this study was to provide information about polytechnic students’ perceptions on Flipped Classroom in teaching 3D modelling module at Port Dickson Polytechnic. This study will provide lecturers in polytechnic system some information on the effectiveness and clear examples of how flipped classroom being implemented and executed.  To be more focus on the study the following research questions were formulated students’ perception of the Flipped Classroom, students’ perception upon how Flipped Classroom supports their learning and how to improve Flipped Classroom.  The findings of this study show that technology can provide own paced instructional setting.  Lectures who use the Flipped Classroom can add supporting elements like assessment strategy, problem based inquiry and can create environment for instruction that is more flexible than traditional classroom settings. Some recommendations that found from this research in order to improve Flipped Classroom implementation in Port Dickson Polytechnic include interactive instructional videos, increased in class learning activities and some changes on the assessment method.

Paper 10/2016 - The Influences and Design Evolution in Acehnese Tombstone
Ayub Awang
Main Author from Politeknik Port Dickson, Malaysia
Abstract - Stone carving is one of the earliest examples in Malay Archipelago be found in gravestones (Farish & Khoo, 2003) and it was identified exist during the prehistoric era which flourishing of the megalithic culture (Abdul Halim, 1087). It has certain attractive characteristics, interesting historical contents and cultural influences to be revealed. Acehnese tombstone was greatly influenced by past era elements as well as Hindu-Buddhist arts and prehistoric arts. The three major influences from Persian, Hindu-Buddha and Megalithic cultures become the base of Acehnese tombstone shape and decoration. The study also to interpret the meaning of shapes, types, symbols and motifs detail through studying on the typology and decorations to elevate this property as a prominent symbol of Malay Archipelago history. It is also revealed the specialties of the Malays that will increase the self-esteem besides to proof Acehnese tombstone is a genius loci of the Malays. All proposed proposition are aimed in elevating the Malay-Islamic arts to the public eyes in order to spark and trigger the sense of proud to be Malay.