Telephone and Fax Numbers

Dean / Faculty of Engineering Technology 011-2881228

011-2881351
Fax: 011-2822737

Department of Agricultural and Plantation Engineering 011-2881089

Department of Civil Engineering 011-2881248
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering 011-2881481
Department of Mathematics and Philosophy of Engineering 011-2881484
Department of Mechanical Engineering 011-2881440
Department of Textile and Apparel Technology 011-2881261

University Hunting Line 011-2881000

Faculty webpage: https://ou.ac.lk/fengtec/

e-mail: [email protected]
Faculty of Engineering Technology
The Open University of Sri Lanka
P. O. Box 21, Nawala
Nugegoda 10250
Sri Lanka

Our Mission
To provide lifelong learning opportunities in Engineering
and Technology for all to meet industrial and social
needs through open and distance learning, and support
research & scholarship by efficient & sustainable use of
resources.
 Content
Part A: General Information
A1. About the Open University ........................................................................... 1
A2. What We Offer ............................................................................................ 1
A3. Teaching and Learning at OUSL.................................................................... 2
A4. General Information about Study Programmes and Courses .......................... 2
A5. Registering for Courses ............................................................................... 4
A6. Recognition of Prior Learning ....................................................................... 5
A7. Industrial Training ....................................................................................... 5
A8. Student Academic Readiness Training @OUSL ............................................. 6
A9. Assessment and Evaluation......................................................................... 6
A10. Course Fees and Bursaries ........................................................................ 8
A11. Learner Support........................................................................................ 9
A12.Learning Management System and MIS ....................................................... 9
A13. Special Awards for the Best Performing Students ...................................... 10
A14.Temporary Residential Facilities................................................................ 11
A15. Regional and Study Centres ..................................................................... 11

Part B: Details of Study Programmes

B1. Bachelor of Science Honors in Engineering Programme ............................... 12
B2. Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours Programme .................................... 50
B3. Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology Programme ............................. 69
B4. Postgraduate Study Programmes and Research Degrees ............................. 70

Annexes
Annex 1: Different Methods of Fulfilling the Industrial Training Requirements .. 71
Annex 2: Information of the English for Academic Purpose (EAP) Programme .. 72
Annex 3: Details of Financial Support Available for Students .......................... 74
Annex 4: Locations and Contact Information of Regional and Study Centres ... 78
Annex 5: Important Contact Information ...................................................... 80
 Important Events and Dates
Applicants should submit applications online by visiting the university website,
https://reginfo.ou.ac.lk/applyonline. Relevant payments can be made online through Debit or
Credit cards or at the Centres.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering, Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours,

Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology, and Stand-Alone courses

Event Centres Dates

Colombo Regional Centre 16, 17, 18, 21 December 2024

Registration of new
students All other Regional Centres
17,18, 21 December 2024
and Study Centres

Colombo Regional Centre 19, 21, 22, 23 April 2025

Re-registration of
students All other Regional Centres
19, 22, 23 April 2025
and Study Centres
Adding and Dropping
All Regional Centres and
of courses for all 23, 24 May 2025
Study Centres
students
Dropping courses for All Regional Centres and
23 July 2025
all students Study Centres
Commencement of
All Regional Centres and
the StART@OUSL 11 January 2025
selected Study Centres
programme
Commencement of
26 April 2025
academic activities
10 December 2024
Last date for
submitting non- Submit the application online to the Faculty email ([email protected])
approved or hand it with relevant documents to the office of the Faculty of
qualifications for Engineering Technology. (The application forms are available on the
evaluation Faculty of Engineering website)

Note: Details of OUSL Regional and Study Centres are in Annex 4.

Important Notice
The Faculty of Engineering Technology plans to implement revised curricula for its
study programmes, also transitioning from the current academic year system to a
semester-based system from the next academic year, 2025/26
 A1. About the Open University
A1

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL), The OUSL’s learner-centric model,
established in 1980 under the Universities combining remote learning resources with
Act No. 16 of 1978, is the premier national necessary face-to-face support, fosters
institution dedicated to providing higher both academic excellence and lifelong
education through flexible, distance learning learning.
methodologies. As the only recognised
With the OUSL Ordinance No. 1 of 1990, as
university in Sri Lanka that fully embraces
amended, the OUSL holds the same legal
the Open and Distance Learning (ODL)
and academic standing as other national
philosophy, the OUSL caters to a diverse
universities in the country. According to
range of learners by offering opportunities
Public Administration Circular No. 16/92,
for education beyond the traditional
dated 13/03/1992, issued by the Ministry of
classroom. This innovative approach
Public Administration, Provincial Councils,
ensures that individuals, regardless of
and Home Affairs, the degrees conferred by
geographic location, professional
OUSL are considered equivalent to those
commitments, or personal circumstances,
awarded by other national universities
have access to a wide range of
under the University Grants Commission
undergraduate and postgraduate
(UGC) of Sri Lanka.
programmes.

A2. What We Offer A2

The Faculty of Engineering Technology offers a The study programmes include:

range of highly regarded study programmes,
• Advanced Certificate in Apparel
all designed in accordance with the Sri Lanka
Technology
Qualifications Framework. Both
undergraduate and postgraduate programmes • Bachelor of Science Honours in
are accredited by the University Grants Engineering (with the intermediate
Commission. award of Higher Diploma in
Technology)
The courses of the study programmes are
• Bachelor of Industrial Studies
offered by six academic departments:
Honours (with the intermediate
• Agricultural and Plantation Engineering award of Higher Diploma in
Industrial Studies)
• Civil Engineering
• Bachelor of Software Engineering
• Electrical and Computer Engineering Honours (with the intermediate
• Mathematics and Philosophy of award of Higher Diploma in Software
Engineering Engineering)
• Postgraduate degree programmes
• Mechanical Engineering
Note: Courses from all programmes may
• Textile and Apparel Technology
be offered as stand-alone.

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 A3. Teaching and Learning at OUSL
A3

The Open University of Sri Lanka In addition to the self-study aspect, students are
employs an Open Distance Learning encouraged to participate in interactive learning
(ODL) system, which emphasises activities, practical sessions, and assessments
flexible, independent study. Students are conducted either at the main campus in Nawala
primarily responsible for their learning, or at one of the many Regional Centres across
using various resources provided by the the country. This approach allows students from
university. While self-learning is a key different regions and backgrounds to access
component, students receive support higher education at their convenience, while still
and guidance from teachers throughout benefiting from the structure and support of a
their academic journey. formal academic environment.

A4. General Information about Study Programmes and Courses

A4

Study Programmes and Courses

What is the level of a course?
A study programme is an organised collection of
courses designed to provide students with the The learning content of courses
knowledge and skills required for a particular varies in complexity, requiring
qualification. different levels of intellectual
engagement and understanding.
Courses within a programme are typically classified As a result, each course is
into two categories: compulsory (core) courses and assigned a level based on its
elective courses. Compulsory courses are mandatory relative difficulty, as defined by
for all students, ensuring they gain essential the Sri Lanka Qualifications
knowledge in key areas, while elective courses offer Framework (SLQF).
flexibility, allowing students to explore subjects of
interest or specialise in a particular field. These levels range from 3, which
is the lowest for university
What are “Credits”? education, typically representing
first-year courses, to level 12,
The amount of learning is measured in terms of which is the highest and
"Credits." Credits represent the workload and time corresponds to advanced
commitment associated with a course. For theory- research leading to a PhD. This
based courses, one credit typically corresponds to 50 system ensures that the
hours of learning, which includes lectures, reading, academic rigor of courses is
assignments, and self-study. In contrast, project- aligned with the qualifications
based or training courses require a more hands-on they contribute to, reflecting the
approach, with one credit equivalent to approximately progression from basic to
100 hours of work, including project proposal advanced knowledge and skills.
development, research, and practical applications.

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Categorisation of courses within the faculty Letters for course categories

All courses offered by the Faculty are classified Engineering X

into specific categories, each represented by a Engineering Projects Y
letter, as outlined here. This classification
Mathematics Z
system ensures that students can clearly
understand how their courses contribute to Industrial I
fulfilling the requirements of their chosen Computer Literacy K
programme. Each study programme specifies English E
both a minimum and a maximum number of Management M
credits that students must earn from each
Industrial Training W
course category to meet graduation
requirements.

Departmental Codes Letters for course categories

Courses are offered by various Department/Faculty Code

departments of study, with each
Agricultural and Plantation Engineering AG
course assigned a departmental
code for easy recognition by Civil Engineering CV
students. The first two letters of Electrical and Computer Engineering EE
the course code indicate the
relevant department. The letters Mathematics and Philosophy of MH
Engineering
allocated to the different
Mechanical Engineering DM
departments within the faculty
are given here. Textile and Apparel Technology TA
Faculty of Engineering Technology FD

How are the Credit Value and Example: DMX3401

the Level of a Course found?
First 2 characters (DM): Department code
Each course is assigned a unique (In this case, it is Mechanical Engineering)
code that provides key
Third character (X): Course category
information about the course.
(In this case, it is Engineering Category)
This code reflects the credit
value, the academic level, and Fourth character (3): Level of the course
the category of the course. (In this case, it is level 3)
Additionally, the code identifies
the Department responsible for Fifth character (4): Credit value
administering the course, (In this case, it is 4 requiring 200 hours of learning)
helping students and staff easily Credit Values 1 to 9 are represented by corresponding
locate and understand the digits, and from 10 onwards are indicated by letters; A,
course’s placement within the B, C, ...... Z.
broader curriculum.
The last 2 characters (01): Serial Number

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 A5. Registering for Courses
A5

Unlike traditional universities, where students What is the validity period of course
are typically required to follow a rigid, year-by- registration?
year course structure, the Open University of
Currently, all programmes offered by the
Sri Lanka (OUSL) offers greater flexibility in
Faculty operate on an academic year basis.
course registration. Upon meeting the entry
Once you register for your courses, the
requirements for a particular programme,
registration remains valid for that academic
students have the option to register for
year.
courses at any level/year, provided they fulfil
the necessary prerequisites. Is there a minimum or maximum number
Prerequisites are usually defined by one or of courses that I can register in an
more of the following criteria: academic year?
While there are no specific limits on the
• Completion of Lower-Level Courses:
minimum or maximum number of courses
Students may need to have
you can register for, restrictions are based
successfully passed relevant courses
on the number of credits.
from a lower level in the programme.
In an academic year, you may register for up
• Passing Continuous Assessments: In
to a maximum of 38 credits. However,
some cases, students may be required
during the first enrolment in the programme,
to demonstrate satisfactory
you are required to register for a minimum
performance in continuous
of 8 credits.
assessments for specified courses.
If you do not register for courses in a given
• Credit Requirements: Students might
academic year, you must renew your
need to accumulate a certain number
studentship. Failure to maintain
of credits through passed courses or
studentship for a consecutive period of five
continuous assessments before they
years will result in discontinuation from the
can register for higher-level courses.
programme. To reactivate your registration,
• Concurrent Registration: Some you need to submit an appeal. The final
courses may need to be taken decision on reactivation rests with the
together, as understanding the University.
concepts of one course requires
knowledge of the other, or because Can I change my course selection?
they are mutually complementary. Yes, you are permitted to modify your
This flexible approach allows students to course selection after reviewing the study
progress through their academic journey at material, during the designated Add/Drop
their own pace, facilitating individualised Period, without incurring any academic
learning paths and enabling the pursuit of penalties. Following the end of the
courses in a sequence that aligns with Add/Drop Period, you have an additional
personal preferences and professional one-month window to withdraw from
goals, provided they meet the necessary courses you find unmanageable. In such
prerequisites. cases, the relevant tuition fees already paid
will be forfeited.

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 A6. Recognition of Prior Learning
A6

The OUSL acknowledges and values Is there a maximum limit for course
student’s prior learning by granting course exemptions?
exemptions based on earned
Yes, regardless of the number of credits
qualifications. The faculty has conducted
granted for course exemptions, you must still
thorough evaluations of various recognised
register for courses and earn a minimum of
qualifications, identifying specific courses
50% of the total credit requirements to qualify
that can be exempted from relevant
for the award of the qualification. In addition,
programmes offered by the faculty.
you must meet the minimum level-wise and
A comprehensive list of these evaluated category-wise requirements specified for each
qualifications and corresponding course programme.
exemptions is provided under the details of
each programme. This ensures that
students can easily determine how their If a qualification has not yet been evaluated;
previous academic and professional how can I get it evaluated?
experiences may contribute to their current You are required to apply by the deadline set
educational journey, allowing for a more by the Faculty each academic year, before the
personalised and efficient pathway toward annual course registration. Along with the
completing their degree.
application, all necessary supporting
For GPA calculation, an exempted course is documents must be provided. The application
assigned the Grade Point Value of a C grade. form can be downloaded from the Faculty
Refer to Section A9 for details about GPA. website.

A7. Industrial Training

A7

By integrating industrial training into the The placement of students for industrial training is
curriculum, the Faculty aims to bridge managed by a Training Engineer, who works closely
the gap between academic knowledge with industry partners to secure relevant
and practical application, equipping placements. This ensures that students gain
students with the skills and experience hands-on experience aligned with their academic
required to succeed in their chosen and professional objectives. Furthermore, all
fields. training is overseen and regulated by the National
Apprenticeship and Industrial Training Authority
Students of the Bachelor of Science
(NAITA) to ensure that the placements and training
Honours in Engineering and the
meet national standards.
Bachelor of Industrial Studies are
required to complete industrial training Refer to Annex 1 for detailed information on the
equivalent to 8 credits. The training registration process for training courses, as well
period must span a minimum of 26 as the available options for exemptions for
weeks to ensure comprehensive individuals with prior work experience or other
exposure to real-world industrial relevant qualifications that include training
environments. components.

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 A8. Student Academic Readiness Training @OUSL
A8

This aims to equip students with the skills and

The Open University of Sri Lanka offers a
knowledge needed to navigate their studies
specialised university adaptation
effectively, ensuring they are well-prepared to
programme for new students to help them
engage with course materials and actively
transition into the Open Distance Learning
participate in their learning experience.
(ODL) environment, where self-directed
learning is essential. Proficiency in English is During this adaptation phase, students
also a crucial requirement, as most study participate in the Empowering for Independent
programmes offered by the Faculty of Learning (EfIL) course and an English language
Engineering Technology—except for certain course to improve their English proficiency,
Certificate and Advanced Certificate which are compulsory for the degree, along with
programmes—are conducted exclusively in various other activities. They are also
English. Recognising the importance of compulsory for the award of a degree.
these competencies, the Faculty has The students also have the opportunity to
introduced a university adaptation phase engage in selected components of the main
called Student Academic Readiness Training programme, gaining firsthand experience of
at OUSL (StART@OUSL), for all new learning at OUSL. Students may be eligible for
students before the commencement of exemptions from English language courses
main programme courses. based on certain qualifications (Annex 2).

A9. Assessment and Evaluation

A9

The assessment of courses comprises of Together, these components not only measure
two key components: Continuous student performance but also play an integral
Assessment (CA) and Final Evaluation (FE). role in deepening students' engagement with
Continuous Assessment is not solely a the material, fostering critical thinking, and
method of evaluation but serves as a crucial preparing them for the final examination.
tool for enhancing and facilitating the
learning process throughout the course. This CA Components
ongoing assessment ensures that students
Various activities are integrated into
engage with the material consistently and
Continuous Assessment to provide a
deeply, allowing for more interactive and
comprehensive understanding of the subject
practical learning experiences.
matter. These activities include laboratory
In addition, mini projects and design work, where students can apply theoretical
projects are crucial in promoting problem- knowledge in practical settings, and field
solving skills and creative thinking, as classes, which offer real-world experiences to
students work on real-world problems or reinforce learning. Tutor-marked assignments
designs related to their field of study. (TMAs) encourage regular reflection and self-
Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) serve assessment, while presentations help
as periodic evaluations that provide both students develop communication skills and
students and teachers with feedback on articulate their understanding of course
progress and areas for improvement. content.

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Overall Continuous Assessment Mark Is Continuous Assessment
compulsory?
The Overall Continuous Assessment Mark (OCAM)
represents the cumulative score of all the To be eligible for the final evaluation,
Continuous Assessment (CA) components in each you must achieve a minimum Overall
course. The weight assigned to each component Continuous Assessment Mark
when calculating the OCAM may vary between (OCAM), making it crucial to complete
courses. all components of Continuous
Assessment (CA). These activities,
Students can obtain detailed information on how such as lab work, assignments, and
the OCAM is calculated for each course by projects, are not only evaluative but
consulting the course detail sheets. Additionally, also integral to the learning process.
they can download the activity schedule from the Failure to meet the OCAM requirement
Faculty website, which not only outlines the may prevent students from taking the
assessment components but also provides final evaluation, highlighting the
important details such as the dates, times, and importance of consistent engagement
locations of these activities, along with the throughout the course.
contact information for the course coordinators.

Overall Assessment Mark Can I postpone taking the final

The overall assessment mark for the course is a evaluation, and what will happen to
combination of the OCAM and the final evaluation their OCAM (Overall Continuous
marks. For courses conducted by the faculty, equal Assessment Mark) in such cases?
weight is given to both components. You may choose to defer the final
Course Grades and GPA evaluation to the next available
opportunity, with your OCAM carried
Based on the overall assessment mark (Z) for each forward. Please note that the OCAM
course, grades, and grade point values are assigned. remains valid for only two consecutive
These grade point values are then used to calculate academic years. Therefore, you must
the Grade Point Average (GPA), which reflects a take the final evaluation before your
student's overall academic performance. OCAM becomes invalid.
Z mark Grade Grade Point Value
Z > 85 A+ 4.00 What happens if I fail the final
75 < Z < 85 evaluation?
A 4.00
70 < Z < 75 A- 3.70 If you fail the final evaluation, you may
63 < Z < 70 B+ 3.30 re-sit it at the next available
55 < Z < 63 opportunity. Upon passing this second
B 3.00
attempt, you will receive only a C grade,
50 < Z < 55 B- 2.70 regardless of the actual score
45 < Z < 50 C+ 2.30 achieved.
40 < Z < 45 C 2.00
If you fail again, you must re-register
35 < Z < 40 C- 1.70 and repeat the course from the
30 < Z < 35 D+ 1.30 beginning, and in this case, will also
20 < Z < 30 D 1.00 receive only a C grade, regardless of
Z < 20 E 0.00
your performance in the course.

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 A10. Course Fees and Bursaries
A10

Unlike other national universities in Sri Lanka, Payment by Instalments

OUSL charges fees from its students, reflecting Payments can be made in two
its focus on accommodating employed instalments each year. The first
individuals who meet the minimum entry instalment for new students is based on
requirements. However, the government and the an estimate of 30 credits at levels 3 and 4
university do not aim to recover the full cost of for the tuition fee. This instalment covers
education; most funding for study programmes 60% of the tuition fee and additional fees
comes from the government. Currently, income such as the annual registration fee,
from student fees covers only a small portion of facilities fee, library facility fee, and, if
the university's total expenses, with the applicable, the instrument usage fee.
government providing significant support With the first instalment payment, the
through grants from the University Grants student can obtain the first dispatch of
Commission. Fees payable by students include course materials. The actual tuition fee
registration, facilities, exemption (if applicable), for the year is adjusted in the second
library access, and tuition fees. instalment, reflecting the exact number
Students must pay the following fees annually of credits enrolled in.
(except for the instrument usage fee and Library
facility fee), in addition to the course tuition fees. The second instalment voucher, the
amount of which will be based on the
Up to
Postgraduate course credits registered by the student,
Type of Fee bachelor’s
(Rs.) will be sent later. To collect the second
degree (Rs.)
dispatch of course materials, you must
Registration 500 1,500
present the payment receipt for this
Facilities 2,500 2,500 second instalment.

Library facility 100 200

All new students who submit online
Instrument 12,500 (Except applications will receive a voucher
usage (one for Certificate - which includes the first instalment. At
time only) Programme) registration, you must bring the
university copy of the payment receipt
The course tuition fees for the academic year
for the voucher, confirming that the
2024/2025 are in the table below. These fees are
payment has been completed.
subject to change in forthcoming academic
years.

SLQF Level of the Tuition fee per Bursaries

course Credit (Rs.)
The University offers a limited number of
2 1,400 bursaries, including University Bursaries,
3 and 4 2,080 Dean's List awards, and Mahapola
Scholarships, to support students in
5, 6 and 7 3,220
need of financial assistance. For more
Course exemption: Rs. 300 per credit details, please refer to Annex 3.
Fee for each EGAP: Rs. 5,500

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 A11. Learner Support
A11

The faculty has implemented various mechanisms Make the most of these support
to support students in addressing both common services to confidently navigate the
challenges related to the open distance learning ODL mode, develop essential skills,
environment and subject-specific content, ensuring and boost your academic
continuous guidance as outlined below. performance. We're here to ensure that
your learning experience is as smooth
Learner Support Unit
and enriching as possible.
Through the Learner Support Unit (LSU) of the
University and the Faculty Learner Support Cell Student Academic Counsellors
(LSC), we provide the guidance and support you In addition to the Learner Support Cell,
need to thrive in the Open and Distance Learning you can communicate with student
(ODL) environment. academic counsellors appointed for
At the faculty level, the LSC is dedicated to each department of study. You can
addressing your unique needs. It offers discuss common issues affecting all or
personalised assistance, fosters open groups of students with them.
communication between you and the academic
Course Academic Coordinators
staff, and actively enhances its services through
ongoing research and awareness initiatives. Each course is assigned to an
Whether you seek advice, guidance, or prompt Academic or Course Coordinator, who
solutions, the LSC is your primary resource for is available to discuss all matters
support. primarily related to the course content.
You can access the contact details of
You can reach out to the LSC through:
the academic staff responsible for your
• Email: [email protected] courses through the LMS, course detail
• The Learner Support Hub on the OUSL Learning sheets, or activity schedule.
Management System (OULMS)

A12.Learning Management System and MIS

A12

The OUSL employs Single Sign-On (SSO) to give you The email account should be
seamless access to their university-assigned email accessed through Gmail.
accounts, Learning Management System (OULMS), and
Username: Student Identification
the student portal (MyOUSL) within the University’s
Number (SID) given in your record
Management Information System.
book
OUSL email
Example: S12345678
After completing onsite registration, an email account
Password: U [Your NIC] (use capital
is created for you with the following credentials. Your
V for old NICs)
email address will follow the format "Your
SID"@ousl.lk. The SID is the Student Identification Example: U899912345V or
Number printed in your Student Record Book For U123456789123
example, [email protected].

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Learning Management System (OULMS) Management Information System
OULMS is crucial for Open Distance Learning (ODL) The Management Information System
at OUSL because it serves as the central platform (MIS) offers numerous benefits to
that facilitates teaching and learning in a virtual students by providing easy access to
environment. OULMS enables students to access essential information like course
course materials, submit assignments, engage in schedules, notifications, examination
discussions, and interact with teachers and peers results, and fee payments in one
from anywhere and at any time. centralized platform. The MIS also
How to access the OULMS allows students to track their academic
progress.
Once you have registered for courses, you will gain
How to access the Student Portal
access to them in the OULMS. Your login details are
MyOUSL
as follows:
You can log in to the 'MyOUSL' Portal
Web Address: https://oulms.ou.ac.lk/login
through the 'MyOUSL' tab on the OUSL
Username: ‘s’ number (SID) given in the student
website (myousl.ou.ac.lk).
record book
Password: U [National Identity card number] The Username is your student number
(with Capital V for old NICs) (starting with 's') as provided in your
student record book. The default
If you don’t see the courses you have registered for,
password is your National Identity Card
please contact the relevant Head of the
number.
Department.

A13. Special Awards for the Best Performing Students

A13

Students who demonstrate exceptional performance in Honours Degree programmes are

recognised with prestigious Gold Medals awarded by the Faculty. These medals include:

• Kulshreshtha Gold Medal: Top-performing student in the Bachelor of Science Honours

in Engineering programme.
• Thurairajah Gold Medal: The best final-year project in the Bachelor of Science Honours
in Engineering programme.
• H Sriyananda Gold Medal and Cash Prize: The Best Society-Oriented Electrical
Engineering Research Project
• ERU Gold Medal: The best published research paper, based on a final-year research
project in the Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering programme.
• S.M. Abeygunesekera de Silva Gold Medal: The outstanding Mechatronics Engineering
student in the Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering programme.
• Liyanaguruge Assie Annette de Silva Gold Medal: The best-performing Agriculture
student in the Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours programme.
• Gold Medal for the Best Civil Engineering Final Year Project: The student with the top
final-year project in Civil Engineering within the Bachelor of Science Honours in
Engineering programme.
• Gold Medal for the Best Civil Engineering Student: The most outstanding student in
Civil Engineering in the Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering programme.
For more information visit the Faculty website.

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 A14. Temporary Residential Facilities
A14

The Open University of Sri Lanka Obtaining Temporary Residential facilities:

offers temporary residential facilities
To reside in the TRF, you must obtain a "TRF Card"
(TRF) for students at its Regional
issued by the Student Welfare Division. Your
Centres in Colombo, Kandy, and
permanent residence should be at least 50 km from
Matara. These centres provide
the relevant centre, and you must be a registered
spacious TRF accommodation for
student for the current academic year.
over 200 students at a reasonable
daily rate. Students engaged in Students can visit the relevant Regional Centre
ongoing academic activities or those offices during office hours to obtain a TRF Card.
traveling from remote areas can Outside of office hours and on holidays, students
apply for TRF accommodation, can go directly to the TRF premises. It is essential
subject to approval by the relevant for students to always carry a valid student record
academic coordinator. book.

A15. Regional and Study Centres

A15

The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) Regional Centres also organise tutorials,
operates a comprehensive network of nine workshops, seminars, and examinations,
Regional Centres and nineteen Study creating a comprehensive support
Centres across the country, all managed by environment to meet diverse student
the Regional Education Services (RES) needs.
Division. The RES Division is responsible for
In contrast, the Study Centres are smaller
planning, implementing, and overseeing the
facilities, primarily located in more remote
delivery of regional education services.
regions, providing basic support services to
This network ensures that students can students. They offer limited resources,
access study programmes from any part of such as study spaces and small libraries,
the island, making OUSL an ideal institution and assist students with assignments and
for individuals living and working in even the coursework. While Study Centres can
most remote areas of Sri Lanka. address immediate or routine needs, they
often refer students to the nearest Regional
The Regional Centres of OUSL serve as the
Centre for more complex administrative
primary hubs for student support, offering a
and academic support. Together, these
wide array of services and facilities across
centres extend OUSL’s reach and
various parts of the country. These Centres
accessibility, ensuring students receive the
provide essential administrative services,
necessary support regardless of location.
including registration, exam coordination,
and counselling, along with academic See Annex 4 for the locations and
resources like libraries, computer labs, and contact information of Regional/Study
study areas. Centres.

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 B1. Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering Programme
B1

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Duration

Engineering Programme
BScHons(Eng) programme, beginning at level 3, has
[BScHons(Eng)] aims to provide
a minimum duration of four academic years. The
qualified candidates with access to
maximum period allowed for a student to complete
a comprehensive educational
the programme is three times the minimum duration.
system, offering up-to-date
academic content within a well-
structured curriculum. It features Areas of Specialisation
flexible course selection, allowing
• Agricultural Engineering
students to focus on emerging
• Civil Engineering
industry-relevant fields while gaining
• Computer Engineering
essential knowledge and skills
• Electrical Engineering
across diverse engineering
• Electronic and Communication Engineering
disciplines. Designed to
• Mechanical Engineering
accommodate open distance
• Mechatronics Engineering
learning, the programme also
• Textile and Clothing Engineering
addresses social and environmental
considerations, preparing students
Eligibility for Admission
for both postgraduate studies and
research as future career To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of
opportunities. Science Honours in Engineering programme,
applicants must meet at least one of the following
The BScHons(Eng) degree is criteria:
meticulously designed in
accordance with the Sri Lanka • Passes in all subjects in the Physical Science
Qualifications Framework (SLQF), stream (Combined Mathematics, Physics, and
specifying the minimum and Chemistry) at a single sitting of the General
maximum limits for each course Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
category to ensure a well-balanced Examination, or
programme. It meets the academic • Advanced Certificate in Science with courses in
standards required by the Institution Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, offered
of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL). by the Open University of Sri Lanka, or

A student can also obtain a Higher • A minimum of three credit (C) passes in
Diploma in an approved technology Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at the
discipline upon successful Cambridge/Edexcel Advanced Level
completion of the required courses Examination obtained within three years, or
and credit requirements. This • Possession of an equivalent or higher
qualification serves as a key pathway qualification acceptable to the Senate of the
for entry into middle-level technical University.
roles within engineering disciplines.
Note: To qualify for IESL membership, it is mandatory to
The medium of instruction of the have obtained at least two credit passes and one simple
programme is English. pass in a single sitting of the GCE (A/L) examination in the
Physical Science stream.

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Requirements for the award of the Requirements for the award of the
Degree Higher Diploma in Technology

To qualify for the award of the To qualify for the award of a Higher
BScHons(Eng) degree, a student must Diploma, a student must meet the
fulfil the following requirements within a following requirements.
maximum of 12 academic years.
(1) Successful completion of all
(1) Successful completion of all compulsory courses at levels 3 and 4 for
compulsory courses for the selected the selected engineering specialisation,
engineering specialisation, and and

(2) Fulfil the level-wise and the category- (2) Fulfil the level-wise and the category-
wise course credits as given in Table 1. wise course credits as given in Table 1.

Table 1: Requirements for the Award of Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering Degree and
Higher Diploma in Technology

Degree Higher Diploma

Course Category
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
credits credits credits credits

90 95 45 50
Engineering (X)
Subject to a minimum of 40 at
Subject to a minimum of 20 at
Level 5 or above, of which at least
Level 4 or above
20 at Level 6 or above

9 14
Engineering projects (Y) 1 at Level 4 4 at Level 4
Subject to a minimum of 8 at Level
6 or above

20 25
Mathematics (Z) 10 15
Subject to a minimum of 5 at Level
5 or above

General (J) 5 10 0 5

15 20
Management (M) 5 at Level 3 or 4 7 at Level 3 or 4
Subject to a minimum of 10 at
Level 5 or above

Industrial Training (W) 8 8 8 8

152
Subject to a minimum of 75 at 74
Total Level 5 or above, of which at least Subject to a minimum of 30 at
30 at Level 4
Level 6 or above

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Grade Point Average (GPA) Limits for course exemptions

The GPA is calculated by considering Regardless of any exemptions granted for prior
courses from Levels 4, 5, 6, and 7, qualifications, a student must successfully
totalling 90 credits. The following complete, in accordance with the Scheme of
sequence is used for selecting courses to Assessment, a minimum number of credits as
fulfil the 90-credit requirement: specified below for each award.

1. Compulsory courses at Levels 5, 6, For Degree:

and 7.
Level 6 or above (All Categories): 15
2. Non-compulsory courses at Levels 5,
Levels 6 or above (X and Y Categories): 14
6, and 7 with the highest GPVs.
Levels 5 or above (All Categories): 38
3. Compulsory courses at Level 4 with
the highest GPVs. Total (All Categories and all levels from 3 to 7): 76

If exactly ninety (90) credits cannot be

obtained, courses will be selected to the For Higher Diploma in Technology:
nearest value below ninety (90) credits,
with the remaining credits taken as a part Levels 3 and 4 (All Categories): 30
credit of the next course. Industrial Level 4 and above (X and Y Categories): 11
training courses are not included in the
Total (All Categories and all levels from 3 to 7): 37
GPA calculation.

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed as follows:

(∑ 𝐶𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑡 𝑉𝑎𝑙𝑢𝑒 𝑥 𝐺𝑃𝑉) + 𝑃𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝐶𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑡 𝑥 𝐺𝑃𝑉

𝐺𝑃𝐴 =
90

Curricula for different specialisations The specialisations presented are:

The following pages present the • Agricultural Engineering

recommended curriculum, with courses • Civil Engineering
listed according to the suggested year of
offering for the degree. However, students • Computer Engineering
can enrol in courses across the entire • Electrical Engineering
curriculum, provided they meet the • Electronic and Communication
prerequisite requirements. This allows Engineering
students to tailor their academic journey
based on their commitments, schedules, • Mechanical Engineering
and constraints. Nevertheless, students are • Mechatronics Engineering
limited to 38 credits per academic year. • Textile and Clothing Engineering

Please note that for the award of the Higher Diploma, only the courses in Year 1 and Year 2,
except those marked with '+', are compulsory.

Abbreviations used for prerequisite: (CR) – Concurrent Registration, (CA) – Pass in Continuous
Assessments, (P) – Obtained at least a C grade for the course

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 (1) Curriculum for Agricultural Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

AGX3201 Basic Biology None

CVX3340 Introduction to Hydraulics and Hydrology DMX3401(CR), MHZ3551 (CR)

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552 (CR)

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203 (CR)

EEX3351 Electronics EEX3410(CR)

DMX3302 Engineering Mechanics MHZ3551 (CR), MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552 (CA)

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

AGX4404 Crop Technology None

AGX4405 Postharvest Engineering and Technology I None

AGX4356 Soil Science None

CVX4342 Surveying I DMX3305(CA), MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX4205 Strength of Materials I DMX3302(CA)

AGX4302 Design of Agricultural Machine Elements None

AGX4376 Crop processing Technology AGX4404(CR) or AGI3552(P), AGX4405(CR) or

AGI4561(CA)

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 Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

AGX5206 Food Science None

AGY4180 Group Project (Agric. Eng) Pass in 15 credits

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers Pass in18 credits in level 3

AGW4402 Industrial Training (Agric. Engineering) Pass in 36 credits in Level 3

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

AGX5308 Soil Management Tillage and Traction AGX4356 (CR)

AGX5314 Engineering Design (Agricultural AGX4302 (CA), DMX4205 (CA)

Engineering)
AGX5510 Design and Management of Irrigation and AGX4356(CA)
Drainage
AGX5511 Farm Power and Mechanization DMX4205(CA)

CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307 (CA), 30 credits (P)

AGW5402* Industrial Training II AGW4402(CR), Pass in 15 credits at level 4 and

above
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 9 credits including 2 credits from the J category.

AGX5212 Postharvest Engineering and Technology II AGX4405 (CA), AGX5206 (CR)

AGX5277 Food safety and quality Management Pass in 30 Credits

systems
AGX5415 Horticultural Landscaping and Technology AGX4404 (CA)

AGX5565 Soil Plant Water Relationship AGX4356(CA)

AGX5309 Sustainable Agricultural Technology AGX3201 (P), AGX4356 (CR)

MHJ 4241 History of Technology 20 Credits (P)

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws in Sri Lanka None

*Also compulsory for the Higher Diploma

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Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGX6180 Research Methodology and Project Identification 30 credits (P) at level 4 or above
(Agricultural Engineering)
AGX6387 Plantation Crop Technology AGX3201 (P), AGX4356(CR)

AGX7417 Agricultural Hydrology AGX4356 (P), AGX5510 (CA)

AGX7216 Structural Design for Commercial Farming None

AGX7283 Groundwater Resources Management AGX4356 (P)

AGX7418 Food Engineering AGX4405(P)

AGY7880 Engineering Research project (Agricultural Pass in 80 credits including 50 credits (P)
Engineering) in X category, AGX6180 (CR)
DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits (P) in X category at level 3 & 4,
15 credits (CA) in X category at level 5
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 8 credits including 3 Credits from the J Category

AGX6490 Soil and Water Conservation AGX4356 (P)

AGX6377* Precision Agriculture 50 Credits (P)

AGX6284 Impact of Climate Change on Water Resources AGX5565(CR), AGX 4356 [CR]

DMX6302 Energy, Environment and Sustainability 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3

&L4, 15 credits (CA) in X category at L5
CVX7350 Remote Sensing and GIS None

MHJ5342 Technology Science and Environment 45 Credits (P)

MHJ5343 Nature of science 45 Credits (P)

*Not available in 2024/25

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 (2) Curriculum for Civil Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

CVX3340 Introduction to Hydraulics and Hydrology DMX3401(CR), MHZ3551(CR)

CVX3441 Structural Analysis and Design I DMX3305(CR), CVX3442 (CR)

CVX3442 Strength of Materials MHZ3551(CR), MHZ3552(CR)

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

CVX4240 Hydraulic Engineering i CVX3340(CA), DMX3401(CA),

MHZ3551(CA)
CVX5241+ Hydraulic Engineering II CVX4240(CR), CVX4241(CR)

CVX4241 Engineering Hydrology CVX3340(CA), MHZ3551(CA),

MHZ3552(CA)
CVX4342 Surveying I DMX3305(CA), MHZ3551(CA),
MHZ3552(CA)
CVX4343 Soil Mechanics CVX3340(CA), CVX3442(CA)

CVX4344 Engineering Geology CVX4343(CR), CVX4241(CR)

CVX4545 Structural Analysis and Design ii CVX3441(CA), CVX3442(CA)

CVX4446 Construction Engineering & Materials CVX3442(CA), MHZ3552(CA), AGM3203

(CA), DMX3107(CR)

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers 18 credits (P) at Level 3

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 2 credits

LLJ3245+ Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241+ History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 3 Credits

CVX4347 Irrigation Engineering CVX3340(CA)

CVX4348 Water and Wastewater Engineering CVX3340 (CA)

DMX3305(CA), EEX3410 (CA), CVX4446

CVX4349 Building Engineering
(CR)

CVX4350 Quantity Surveying CVX4342(CR), CVX4446(CR)

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

CVX5242 Mechanics of Fluids CVX4240(CA), CVX4241(CA)

CVX5443 Structural Analysis CVX4545(CA), MHZ4553(CA), CVX3441(P),

CVX3442(P)
CVX5440 Surveying II CVX4342(P), CVX4241(P), CVX4344(P), MHZ4553(P) &
pass an additional 30 credits in X Category, subject to
a minimum of 16 at Level 4 or above.
CVX6444 Geotechnics CVX4343 (P)

CVX6345 Environmental Engineering CVX3340(P), CVX4240(P), CVX4241(P)

CVX6180 Research Methodology and Project Pass in 60 credits including 40 credits Pass in X
Identification (Civil) category courses
CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307 (CA), 30 Credits [P]

CVW6803 Industrial Training (Civil - CVX5440(CR), CVX5241(CA). CVX5242(CR),

Undergraduate) CVX5443(CR)
Elective Courses (J Category): Select courses for 3 Credits

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and 45 credits (P)

Environment
MHJ5343 Nature of Science 45 credits (P)

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Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

CVX6546 Construction Engineering and CVX4446(P), CVX4545(P)

Management
CVX7640 Structural Design CVX5443(CA), CVX4545 (P)

CVX7241 Geotechnical Design CVX6444(CA)

CVX7242 Environmental Design CVX6345(CR)

DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits (P) in X category at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) in X category at level 5
CVY7880 Engineering Research Project (Civil Pass in 100 credits including 70 credits Pass in X
Engineering) category courses, CVX6180(P)
CVY7385 Comprehensive Design Project (Civil Pass in 100 credits including 70 credits Pass in X
Engineering) category courses, CVX7640(CR), CVX7241(CR),
CVX7242(CR)
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 6 Credits

CVX7343 Bridge Engineering CVX7640(CR)

CVX7344 Computational Mechanics using Finite CVX7640 (CR)

Element Methods
CVX7345 Highway Engineering and Design CVX4343(P), CVX4446 (P), CVX5440 (CA)

CVX7346 Ground Improvement Techniques CVX4343(P), CVX6444 (CA)

CVX7347 Applied Engineering Geology and Rock CVX4344(P), CVX6444 (CA)

Mechanics
CVX7348 Coastal Engineering and Coastal Zone CVX5242(CA), MHZ5554 (CA), CVX6345 (CR)
Management
CVX7349 Environmental Modeling and CVX5242(CA), CVX6345(CA), CVX7242(CR)
Management
CVX7350 Remote Sensing and GIS None

Industrial Training requirement for the award of the Higher Diploma

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

CVW4802 Industrial Training MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), EEX3417(P), DMX3401(P),

EEX3410(P), DMX3305(P), AGM3203(P), CVX3340(P),
CVX3441(P), CVX3442(P), Eligibility in 20 credits at level
4 or above

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 (3) Curriculum for Computer Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

EEX3331 Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation None

EEX3336 Communications and Computer Technology AGM3203(CR), EEX3351(CR), EEX3417(CR)

EEX3351 Electronics I EEX3410(CR)

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

Elective Courses: Select one Course

EEX3266 Information Systems and Data Management None

EEX3269 Mobile Application Development for Android None

EEX3262 Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming EEX3417(CR)

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers Pass in 18 credits at Level 3

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

EEX4331 Circuit Theory and Design EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

EEX4332 Electrical Power EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA)

EEX4435 Data Structures and Algorithms EEX3417(CA), AGM3203(CA), 8 credits (CA)

at level 3
EEX4347 Software Engineering Concepts EEX3417(CA), AGM3203(CA), 8 credits (CA)
at level 3

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

EEX4436 Microprocessors and Interfacing {[EEX4351(CR), EEX3336(CA)] or DMX3304(CA),

EEX3417(CA), 12 credits (CA) at level 3
EEX4351 Electronics II EEX3410(CA), EEX3351(CA), 8 credits (CA)
at level 3
EEY4181 Group Project (Computer Engineering) Pass in 24 credits at level 3

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

MHZ5355+ Discrete Mathematics MHZ3551(P)

Elective Courses: Select 1 Course

EEX3372 Programming in Python EEX3417(CR)

EEX4362 Object Oriented Design and EEX3262(CA), MHZ3551(CA), 8 credits (CA)

Programming at level 3
EEX4366 Data Modelling and Database Systems EEX3266(CA), 8 credits (CA) at level 3

Elective Courses (J Category): Select one Course+

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241 History of Technology 20 credits (P)

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307(CA), 30 Credits(P)

EEX5270 Information Security EEX3336(P), EEX3417(P), EEX4435(CA), EEX4436(CA),

24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5434 Data Communications & Networking EEX3336(P), AGM3203(P), 24 credits (P) at level 3

EEX5335 Operating Systems EEX4435(CA), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P) at level 3,

15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5536 Computer Architecture EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4435(CA), EEX4436(CA),
24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5346 Embedded Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P)
at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5351 Digital Electronic Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P)
at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX6181 Research Methodology and Project EEX4435(P), EEX5335(CR), EEX5536(CR), 45 credits
Identification (Computer Engineering) (P) at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CR) at level 5
MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

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 Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

EEW6801 Industrial Training EEX3417(P), EEX4435(P), EEX4347(P), EEX5335(CR),

(Computer Systems) EEX5536(CR), 45 credits (P) at levels 3 and 4, 15
credits (CR) at level 5

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Environment 45 credits (P)

EEX5360 Signals and Systems EEX3351(P), MHZ4553(CR), 24 credits (P) at level 3

EEX6335 Compiler Design EEX4435(P), EEX5536(CA), MHZ5355(CA), 45 credits

(P) at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
EEX6236 Advanced Computer Architecture EEX4436(P), EEX5335(CA), EEX5536(CA), 45 credits
(P) at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits (P) in X category at levels 3 and 4, 15
credits (CA) in X category at level 5
EEM6201 Professional Practice 36 credits (P) at level 3, 24 credits (P) at level 4 or
above
EEX7436 Processor Design EEX4436(P), EEX5351(CA), EEX5536(CA), 45 credits
(P) at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
EEX7337 System Design in Groups EEX4347(P), EEX5351(CA), EEX5346(CA), 45 credits
(P) at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
EEY7881 Engineering Research Project EEX6181(P), EEX7436(CR), EEX6236(CR), 80 credits
(Computer Engineering) (P) including 50 credits (P) in X category
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 4 Credits

EEX5280* Creative Design 24 credits (P) at L3, 15 credits (CA) at L4, EEX3417(P),
DMX3305(P)
EEX7241 Neural Network & Fuzzy Logic EEX3417(P), MHZ4553(P), 45 credits (P) at
Applications levels 3 and 4
EEX7244* Data Mining EEX3266(P), EEX3417(P), EEX4366(CA), 45 credits (P)
at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
EEX7340 AI Techniques & Agent Technology EEX3417(P), MHZ3551(P), 45 credits (P) at
levels 3 and 4
EEX7171 Emerging Technologies AGM3203(P), MHZ5554(CA), 45 credits (P) at
levels 3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
*Not available in 2024/25

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Industrial Training requirement for the award of the Higher Diploma

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

EEW4401 Industrial Training I (Electronics) 36 credits (P) at L3, EEX4351(CR)

EEW4411 Industrial Training II (Computing) 36 credits (P) at L3, EEX4435(CR), EEX4347(CR),

EEW4401(CR)

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 (4) Curriculum for Electrical Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

EEX3331 Electrical Measurements and Instrumentation None

EEX3336 Communications and Computer Technology AGM3203(CR), EEX3351(CR), EEX3417(CR)

EEX3351 Electronics I EEX3410(CR)

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 2 Credits

EEX3266 Information Systems and Data Management None

EEX3269 Mobile Application Development for Android None

EEX3262 Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming EEX3417(CR)

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers Pass in 18 credits at Level 3

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

EEX4331 Circuit Theory and Design EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

EEX4351 Electronics II EEX3410(CA), EEX3351(CA), 8 credits (CA) at

level 3
EEX4434 Electrical Installations EEX3410(CA)

EEX4436 Microprocessors and Interfacing {[EEX4351(CR), EEX3336(CA)] or DMX3304(CA),

EEX3417(CA), 12 credits (CA) at level 3

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

EEX4448 Electrical Machines EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

EEX4542 Power Systems I EEX3410(CA), EEX4331(CR), EEX4448(CR)

EEY4182 Group Project (Electrical Engineering) 24 credits (P) at level 3

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

EEW4301 Industrial Training I (Electronics) 36 credits (P) at L3, EEX4351(CR)

EEW4502* Industrial Training II (Electrical power) 30 credits(P), EEX4542(CR), EEX4448(CR),

EEW4301(CR)
Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 2 Credits

LLJ3245+ Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241+ History of Technology 20 credits (P)

+ Not compulsory for Higher Diploma * Only for Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307(CA), 30 Credits(P)

EEX5338 High Voltage Engineering 24 credits (P) at level 3, EEX4448(CA), EEX4542(CA)

EEX5348 Electrical Machines and Drives 24 credits (P) at level 3, EEX4448(CA), EEX5453(CR)

EEX5351 Digital Electronic Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA),

24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5352 Power Systems II 24 credits (P) at level 3, EEX4448(CA), EEX4542(CA),
MHZ4553(CA)
EEX5453 Power Electronics 24 credits (P) at level 3, EEX4351(CA), EEX4331(CA)

DMX5403 Control Systems Engineering MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), 8 credits in X category

courses (P)
EEX6182 Research Methodology and Project 45 credits (P)
Identification (Electrical
Engineering)

Electrical Engineering Design EEX4542(P), EEX4448(P), EEX5453 (CR)

EEX6354
Group project

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

EEW6502 Industrial Training II (Electrical 60 credits (P), EEX4542(CA), EEX4448(CA), EEW4301(CR),

Power - undergraduate) EEX5352(CR)

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Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits (P) in X category at levels 3 and 4, 15 credits
(CA)in X category at level 5
EEX6441 Electromagnetism and Wave Propagation 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4, EEX3410(P),
MHZ5554(CR)
EEX7231 Advanced Circuit Design and Analysis 45 Credits (P), EEX4331(P), MHZ4553(CA)

EEX7432 Power Systems Planning, Operations and 45 Credits (P) at L3, L4, DMX5403(CA),
Control EEX5352(CA), EEX4542(P)
EEY7882 Engineering Research Project [Electrical] 90 Credits (P) including 60 Credits (P) in X category,
EEX6182(P)

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 14 Credits including, at least 6 Credits at L6 or above

EEX5280* Creative Design 24 credits (P) at L3, 15 credits (CA) at L4,

EEX3417(P), DMX3305(P)
EEX5346 Embedded Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits
(P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5360 Signals and Systems 24 Credits(P) at L3, MHZ4553 (CR), EEX3351(P)

EEX5434 Data Communications & Networking 24 Credits(P) at L3, EEX3336(P), AGM3203(P)

EEX5564 Computer Architecture and Operating 15 Credits (CA) at L4, 24 Credits(P) at L3,
Systems EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA)
EEX6253 Physical and Optoelectronics 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX4351(CA), EEX3351(P)
DMX6301 Industrial Engineering 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4, 15
credits in X category courses (CA) at L5
EEX6450 Analog Electronic Systems and 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
Instrumentation EEX4351(P), EEX3331(P), EEX4331(CA)
TAX6556 Ergonomics 45 Credits (P) at L3 & L4, 15 credits (CA) at L5

EEX7171 Emerging Technologies AGM3203(P), MHZ5554(CA), 45 credits (P) at levels

3 and 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
EEX7241 Neural Network & Fuzzy Logic EEX3417(P), MHZ4553(P),45 credits (P) at levels 3
Applications and 4
DMX7301 Thermal Power Generation 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4, 15
credits in X category courses (CA) at L5,
DMX3401(P)
DMX7305 Renewable Sources of Energy DMX3401(P), 45 credits in X category courses (P)

*Not available in 2024/25

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Elective Courses (J Category): Select one Course

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Environment 45 credits (P)

MHJ5343 Nature of Science 45 credits (P)

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 (5) Curriculum for Electronic and Communication Engineering Specialisation

Year 1

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

EEX3262 Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming EEX3417(CR)

EEX3331 Electrical measurements and instrumentation None

EEX3336 Communications and Computer Technology AGM3203(CR), EEX3351(CR),

EEX3417(CR)
EEX3351 Electronics I EEX3410(CR)

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

EEX4330 Communications 8 credits (CA) at L3, EEX3336(CA), EEX3351(CA)

EEX4331 Circuit Theory and Design EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

EEX4332 Electrical power EEX3410(CA), MHZ3551(CA)

EEX4351 Electronics II 8 credits (CA) at L3, EEX3410(CA), EEX3351(CA)

EEX4436 Microprocessors and Interfacing 12 credits (CA) at L3, EEX3417(CA), [EEX3336(CA),

EEX4351(CR)] or DMX3304(CA)
EEX5150+ Electronic Circuit Design 24 Credits(P) at L3, EEX4351 (CR), EEX3351(P)

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

EEX5360+ Signals and Systems 24 Credits(P) at L3, MHZ4553 (CR), EEX3351(P)

EEX5434+ Data Communications & Networking 24 Credits(P) at L3, EEX3336(P), AGM3203(P)

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers Pass in 18 credits at Level 3

EEY4183 Group Project (Electronics and 24 credits (P) at L3

Communication)
EEW4403 Industrial Training I [Electronic and 36 credits (P) at L3, DMX3107(CR), EEX4351(CR),
Communication] EEX4330(CR)
+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

DMX5403 Control Systems Engineering MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P),8 credits in X category

courses (P)
EEX5333 Communication Theory and Systems 15 Credits (CA) at L4, 24 Credits(P) at L3,
MHZ5554(CR), EEX4330(CA)
EEX5351 Digital Electronic Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P)
at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5564 Computer Architecture and Operating 15 Credits (CA) at L4, 24 Credits(P) at L3,
Systems EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA)
EEX6183 Research Methodology and Project 60 Credits(P) at L3 & L4, EEX5333(CR), EEY4183(P),
Identification (Electronics and EEX5150(CR)
Communication)
EEX6441 Electromagnetism and Wave 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4, EEX3410(P),
Propagation MHZ5554(CR)
CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307(CA),30 Credits (P)

EEW5403 Industrial Training II [Electronic and 15 credits (CA) at L4, 36 credits (P) at L3 and L4,
Communication] MHZ5554(CR), EEX4351(CA), EEX4330(CA)
Elective Courses (J Category) : Select Courses for 2 Credits

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241 History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 3 Credits

EEX5346 Embedded Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P)

at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
DMX7304 Factory Automation 45 credits in X category (P)

Note: EEW4403 & EEW5403 are compulsory for the award of the Higher Diploma

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Year 4

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

DMM6601 Management for Engineers CVM5401(CA), 60 credits(P)

EEX6253 Physical and Optoelectronics 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX4351(CA), EEX3351(P)
EEX6339 Wireless Communications 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX5333(CA), MHZ5554(CA)
EEX6450 Analog Electronic Systems and 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
Instrumentation EEX4351(P), EEX3331(P), EEX4331(CA)
EEX7333 Microwave Devices and Antennas 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX6441(CA), MHZ5554(P)
EEX7355 Comprehensive Electronics Design 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 60 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX5150(P), EEX6183(CA)
EEY7883 Engineering Research Project 15 Credits (CA) at L5, 60 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
(Electronics and Communication) EEX5333(P), EEX6339(CR), EEX5150(P), EEX6183(P),
EEX7355(CR)
Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 3 Credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Pass in 45 credits

Environment
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 6 credits

EEX5280* Creative Design 24 credits (P) at L3, 15 credits (CA) at L4, EEX3417(P),
DMX3305(P)
EEX7434 Digital Signal Processing 21 Credits (CA) at L5, 45 Credits(P) at L3 and L4,
EEX5360(P)
DMX7304 Factory Automation 45 credits in X category (P)

EEX5346 Embedded Systems EEX3417(P), EEX3336(P), EEX4436(CA), 24 credits (P)

at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
EEX5453 Power Electronics 24 credits (P) at level 3, EEX4351(CA), EEX4331(CA)

EEX7171 Emerging Technologies 45 credits (P) at L3 and L4, 15 credits (CA) at L5,
AGM3203(P), MHZ5554(CA)
EEX7436 Processor Design 45 credits (P) at L3 and L4, 15 credits (CA) at L5,
EEX4436(P), EEX5351(CA), EEX5536(CA)
EEX7241 Neural Network & Fuzzy Logic EEX3417(P), MHZ4553(P),45 credits (P) at
Applications levels 3 and 4
*Not available in 2024/25

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 (6) Curriculum for Mechanical Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

DMX3302 Engineering Mechanics MHZ3551(CR), MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3203 Introduction to Engineering Materials None

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3304 Applied Electronics None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

DMX3206 Introduction to Manufacturing Processes DMX3107(CR)

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX4201 Advanced Engineering Design Graphics DMX3305(CA)

DMX4202 Applied Thermodynamics I DMX3401(CA)

DMX4203 Applied Fluid Dynamics I DMX3401(CA)

DMX4204 Machine Dynamics DMX3302(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX4205 Strength of Materials I DMX3302(CA)

DMX4306 Design of Machine Elements DMX3305 (CA), DMX4205(CR)

EEX4436 Microprocessors and Interfaces 12 credits (CA) at L3, EEX3417(CA),

[EEX3336(CA), EEX4351(CR)] or DMX3304(CA)
DMX4307 Electrical Machines and Drives EEX3410 (CA), DMX3304(CA)

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMX4208 Automobile Technology DMX3401(CA)

DMX4212 Manufacturing Engineering DMX3206(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX5403+ Control Systems Engineering MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), 8 credits in X

category courses (P)
AGM4307 Economics and marketing for engineers Pass in 18 credits at Level 3

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 2 Credits

LLJ3245+ Introduction to laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241+ History of technology 20 credits (P)

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

DMX5201 Advanced Engineering Mechanics DMX3302(P),MHZ3551(P)

DMX5302 Strength of Materials II DMX4205(CA), DMX3302(P)

DMX5205 Applied Thermodynamics II DMX4202(CA), DMX3401(P)

DMX5206 Applied Fluid Dynamics II DMX4203(CA), DMX3401(P)

DMX5307 Mechanical Engineering Design Project DMX4201(CA), DMX4306(CA)

DMY4101* Group project (Mechanical Engineering) 8Cr (CA) at L3

DMX6180 Research Methodology and Project Identification 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4
(Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering)
CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307(CA), 30 Credits(P)

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 3 Credits

MHJ5342 Technology, society, and environment Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 4 Credits

DMX5208 Automobile Engineering DMX4208(CA)

DMX5209 Automotive Electronics DMX3304(P), DMX4208(CA)

DMX5210 Vehicle Dynamics and Design of Automotive DMX4208(CA)

Components

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMX5211 Plant Maintenance DMX3206(P)

DMX5212 Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing DMX4201(CA)

DMW6801 Industrial Training (Mechanical - 45 credits in X category courses(P) at L3 &L4

Undergraduate)
*Also compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

DMX5204 Materials Engineering DMX3203 (P)

DMX6301 Industrial Engineering 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4,

15 credits in X category courses (CA) at L5
DMX6302 Energy, Environment and Sustainability 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4,
15 credits in X category courses (CA) at L5
DMX7301 Thermal Power Generation 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4,
15 credits in X category courses (CA) at L5,
DMX3401(P)
DMX7402 Analysis of Manufacturing 45 credits in X category courses (P)
Systems & Processes
DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4,
15 credits in X category courses (CA) at L5
DMY7880 Engineering Research Project (Mechanical) DMX6180(CA), 45 credits in X category
courses (P)
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 9 Credits

DMX6303 Nano Technology DMX3203(P), DMX3206(P), 45 Credits (P)

DMX6304 Computational Fluid Dynamics MHZ4553 (P), DMX5206 (CA)

DMX7303 Control of Robotics Manipulators DMX5201(CA), MHZ5554 (CA)

DMX7304 Factory Automation 45 credits in X category courses (P)

DMX7305 Renewable Sources of Energy DMX3401(P), 45 credits in X category courses

(P)

Industrial Training requirement for the award of the Higher Diploma

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMW4801 Industrial Training (Mechanical -Diploma) DMX4208(CR) or DMX4212(CR)

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 (7) Curriculum for Mechatronics Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

EEX3417 Software development for engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

DMX3302 Engineering Mechanics MHZ3551(CR), MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3203 Introduction to Engineering Materials None

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3304 Applied Electronics None

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

DMX3206 Introduction to Manufacturing Processes DMX3107(CR)

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX4409 Sensors EEX3410(CA), DMX3304(CA)

DMX4410 Electrical & Pneumatic Machines EEX3410(CA), DMX3304(CA)

DMX4204 Machine Dynamics DMX3302(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

DMX4205 Strength of Materials I DMX3302(CA)

DMX4306 Design of Machine Elements DMX3305 (CA), DMX4205(CR)

EEX4436 Microprocessors and Interfaces 12 credits (CA) at L3, EEX3417(CA),

[EEX3336(CA),EEX4351(CR)] or DMX3304(CA)
DMX4411 Signal Processing MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552 (CA)

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMX5403+ Control Systems Engineering MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), 8 credits in X

categorycourses (P)
AGM4307 Economics and marketing for engineers Pass in 18 credits at Level 3

DMY4102 Group project (Mechatronics Engineering) 8Cr (CA) at L3

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 2 Credits

LLJ3245+ Introduction to laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241+ History of technology 20 credits (P)

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

DMX5201 Advanced Engineering Mechanics DMX3302(P), MHZ3551(P)

DMX5204 Materials Engineering DMX3203 (P)

DMX5211 Plant Maintenance DMX3206(P)

DMX5212 Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing DMX3305(P)

DMX5313 Power Electronics and Motor Drives DMX3304 (P),DMX4410(CA)

DMX5314 Machine Vision DMX4409(CA),DMX4410(CA)

DMX5315 Artificial Intelligence DMX4410(CA),DMX5403(CR)

DMX5316 Mechatronics Product Design DMX3304(P), DMX4409(CA)

DMX6180 Research Methodology and Project 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4,
Identification (Mechanical/Mechatronics
Engineering)
CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307(CA), 30 Credits(P)

DMW6802 Industrial Training (Mechatronics - 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4

Undergraduate)

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

DMX6305 Modern Control Systems DMX4411(CA),DMX5403(CA)

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMX6306 Micro and Nano Electromechanical DMX3206 (P),DMX4409(P)

Systems
DMX7303 Control of Robotics Manipulators DMX5201(P), DMX5403(P)

DMX7304 Factory Automation 45 credits in X categorycourses (P)

DMX7306 Intelligent Control Systems DMX5315(CA),DMX6305(CR)

DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4, 15

credits in X category courses (CA) at L5
DMY7881 Engineering Research Project (Mechatronics) DMX6180(CA), 45 creditsin X category courses (P)

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 6 Credits

DMX6303 Nano Technology DMX3203(P), DMX3206(P), 45 Credits(P)

DMX7301 Thermal Power Generation 45 credits in X category courses (P) at L3 &L4, 15

credits in X category courses (CA) at L5,
DMX3401(P)
DMX7305 Renewable Sources of Energy DMX3401(P), 45 credits in X category courses (P)

DMX7402 Analysis of Manufacturing Systems & 45 credits in X categorycourses (P)

Processes
Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 3 Credits

MHJ5342 Technology, society, and environment Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

Industrial Training requirement for the award of the Higher Diploma

Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

DMW4802 Industrial Training (Mechatronics -Diploma) DMX4306(CR), DMX4409(CR)

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 (8) Curriculum for Textile and Clothing Engineering Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3551 Engineering Mathematics I None

MHZ3552 Engineering Mathematics II None

EEX3417 Software Development for Engineers AGM3203(CR)

DMX3401 Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics None

EEX3410 Introduction to Electrical Engineering MHZ3552(CR)

DMX3305 Introduction to Engineering Design Graphics None

TAX3458 Fibre Science and Technology None

TAX3459 Yarn Manufacture 1 None

TAX3331 Garment Analysis and Sewing Machinery None

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4553+ Engineering Mathematics III MHZ3551(CA), MHZ3552(CA)

TAX4539 Quality Assurance for Textile & Clothing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4540 Garment Manufacture TAX3331(CA), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4560 Woven Fabric Technology 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4361 Knitting Technology 8 credits (CA) at level 3

DMX3107 Workshop Practice None

TAX5648+ Fabric Structure and Analysis 24 credits (P) at level 3

AGM4307 Economics and Marketing for Engineers 18 credits (P) at Level 3

TAY4181 Group Project (Textile & Clothing Engineering) 8 credits (CA) at level 3

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 4 Credits

TAX4462 Pattern Development 8 credits (CA) at level 3

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

TAX4438 Production Planning and Organization 8 credits (CA) at level 3

+ Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ5554 Engineering Mathematics IV MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552(P), MHZ4553(CA)

DMX5403 Control Systems Engineering MHZ3551(P), HZ3552(P), 8 credits (P) in X c ategory

TAX5551 Textile Colouration 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAX5547 Plant Utilities 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAX5349 Nonwoven Textiles [TAX3458(P) or TAX3530(P)], 19 credits (P) at level

3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
TAX6180 Research Methodology and Project 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4
Identification (Textile & Clothing
Engineering)
CVM5401 Accounting for Engineers AGM4307 (CA), 30 Credits [P]

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 5 Credits

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241 History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

TAJ5353 History and Traditions of Clothing 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

MHJ5342 Technology, Society and Environment Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 2 Credits

TAX6263 Textile Product Engineering 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4

TAX6268** Nano Technology for Textiles [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CA)], [TAX3458(P) or

TAX3530(P)], 35 credits (P) at level 3 & 4
Elective Courses (W Category): Select Courses for 4 Credits

TAW4401 Industrial Training I (Apparel) TAX3331(P), TAX4438(CR), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAW5403 Industrial Training II (Yarn Manufacture) TAX3459(P), 20 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits
(CA) at level 4
TAW5404 Industrial Training II (Weaving) TAX4560(P), 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits
(CA) at level 4

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

TAW5405 Industrial Training II (Chemical [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CR)], 19 credits (P) at

Processing) level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
TAW5406 Industrial Training II (Knitting) TAX4361(P), 21 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits
(CA) at level 4
**Not offered in 2024/25

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX6556 Ergonomics 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

DMM6601 Management for Engineers 45 credits (P) in X category at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) in X category at level 5
TAY7880 Engineering Research Project (Textile & TAX6180 (CA), 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15
Clothing Engineering) credits (CA) at level 5
TAY7381 Comprehensive Design Project (Group TAX6180(CA), 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
Project - Textile & Clothing Engineering) (CA) at level 5
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 12 Credits

TAX6454 Technical Textiles 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6265 Advanced Weaving Preparation and

Machinery TAX4560(P), 40 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) at level 5
TAX6366 Yarn Manufacture II TAX3459(P), 41 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) at level 5
TAX6367 Advanced Colouration [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(P)], 40 credits (P) at level 3
& 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
TAX7368 Specialty Fabrics TAX4361 (P), TAX4560 (P), 37 credits (P) at level 3 &
4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
TAX7464 Yarn & Fabric Mechanics TAX4560 (P), MHZ3551(P), MHZ3552 (P), 30 credits
(P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
TAX7369 Engineering Aspects of Weaving TAX4560 (P), 40 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) at level 5
Elective Courses (W Category): Select Courses for 4 credits

TAW4401 Industrial Training I (Apparel) TAX3331(P), TAX4438(CR), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAW5403 Industrial Training II (Yarn Manufacture) TAX3459(P), 20 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAW5404 Industrial Training II (Weaving) TAX4560(P), 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAW5405 Industrial Training II (Chemical [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CR)], 19 credits (P) at level
Processing) 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

TAW5406 Industrial Training II (Knitting) TAX4361(P), 21 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4

Industrial Training requirements for the award of the Higher Diploma:

Students need to complete any 2 W-category courses listed in Year 3 to be awarded the Higher Diploma.

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Exemptions applicable for Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering Study Programme
Please note that the course exemptions mentioned below are valid for only the 2024/25 academic year
due to the curriculum revision in 2025/26.

Qualifications in English Language

Please refer Annex 2 for the qualifications accepted for the exemptions for the Courses English for
General Academic Purpose (EGAP).

Qualifications in Mathematics
Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
BSc with Mathematics in the final year/BSc with Applied MHZ3551
Mathematics and Pure Mathematics in the final year MHZ3552
MHZ3551 MHZ4553 MHZ5554
BSc Special Degree in Mathematics
MHZ3552

Qualifications in Civil Engineering and Related Disciplines

Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5

NCIT (Civil) CVX3441 DMX3107

NAB (Civil) AGM3203 DMX3401 DMX3107

EEX3410 DMX3305
Diploma in Civil Engineering, GITI CVX3442 CVX3340 CVX4342

HNDE (Civil) or NDET (Civil) AGM3203 EEX3410 MHZ3551 CVX4342

CVX3340 DMX3401 MHZ3552 CVW4802
CVX3441 DMX3305
CVX3442 DMX3107
*NDT (Civil) or NDES (Civil) AGM3203 EEX3410 MHZ3551 CVX4342
CVX3340 DMX3401 MHZ3552 CVW4802
CVX3441 DMX3305
CVX3442 DMX3107

BSc (Civil Eng.), General Sir John AGM3203 EEX3410 MHZ3551 CVX4342 CVX5440
Kothalawala Defence Academy CVX3340 DMX3401 MHZ3552 CVX4343
CVX3441 DMX3305 CVX4545
CVX3442 DMX3107 CVX4546
CVX4348
BSc (Surveying Science), Institute of CVX4342 MHZ3551 CVX5440
Surveying & Mapping, Diyatalawa EEX3410 MHZ3552
BSc Eng, in Earth Resources AGM3203 EEX3410 MHZ3551 CVX4342 MHZ5554
Engineering, University of Moratuwa. CVX3340 DMX3107 MHZ3552 CVX4343
CVX3441 DMX3401 CVX4544
CVX3442 DMX3305 AGM4307
MHZ4553

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Qualifications in Electrical/Electronic/Communications/ Computer Engineering/ IT and
related disciplines

Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5

NCT (Electrical and Electronics) EEX3410

EEX3410 DMX3107 EEX4331

EEX3331 EEX4332
NCIT (Electrical and Electronics) EEX3336
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304
NAB Special Apprentice (AIT) – EEX3410 EEW4401 or EEW4403 or
Electrical/Electronic DMX3107 EEW4301
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304
Diploma in Electronics and Communications, AGM3203 EEX3336 EEX4331
Jaffna College Institute of Technology EEX3410 DMX3305 EEX4332
EEX3331

(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or

DMX3304
Diploma in Computer System Design, (NIBM) EEX3336 EEX3266 EEX4347
EEX3262 EEX4362
Advanced Technician Diploma in Electrical and EEX3410
Electronic Engineering (Level 5 IVQ)
Higher Diploma in Computer-based EEX3269 EEX4366 EEX5467
Information Systems (NIBM) EEX4435
EEY4181
Higher National Diploma in IT, Advanced EEX3336 EEX4435
Technological Institute EEX4347
NDT (Electrical) or NDES (Power) or AGM3203 DMX3305 EEX4331
HNDE (Electrical Power) EEX3410 DMX3107
EEX4332 or (EEX4542 &
EEX3331 MHZ3551
DMX3401 MHZ3552 EEX4448)
EEW4403 or EEW4401 or
(EEW4301 and EEW4502)
HNDE (Electrical Power) New curriculum from AGM3203 DMX3401 EEX4331
2014 EEX3410 DMX3305
EEX4332 or (EEX4542 &
EEX3417 DMX3107
EEX4448)
EEX3331 MHZ3551
EEX3336 MHZ3552
EEW4403 or EEW4401 or
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or (EEW4301 and EEW4502)
DMX3304
{EEY4182 or EEY4183}

National Diploma in Technology (NDT) – EEX4434

Electronics and Telecommunications with
Electrical Installations & Wiring Diagrams

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5

NDT (Electrical) (2014-2021) AGM3203 DMX3401 EEX4331

EEX3410 DMX3305 EEX4332 or (EEX4542
EEX3331 DMX3107 & EEX4448)
EEX3336 MHZ3551
MHZ3552 EEX4434
EEX4436
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304 EEW4403 or EEW4401 or
(EEW4301 and EEW4502)

NDES* (Power) (New curriculum) AGM3203 DMX3401 EEX4331

EEX3410 DMX3305
EEX4332 or (EEX4542
EEX3417 DMX3107
& EEX4448)
EEX3331 MHZ3551
EEX3336 MHZ3552 EEX4434
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or EEX4436
DMX3304
EEW4403 or EEW4401 or
(EEW4301 and EEW4502)
{EEY4182 or EEY4183}

NDT (Electronic & telecom.) or AGM3203 DMX3401 EEX4331

NDES (Electronics) or EEX3410 DMX3107 EEX4332
NDES (Telecommunication) EEX3331 MHZ3551 EEX4436
EEX3336 MHZ3552
DMX3305 (EEW4301 or EEW4403 or
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or EEW4401) and EEW5403
DMX3304
NDES* (Electronics) or AGM3203 DMX3401 EEX4331
NDES *(Telecommunication) EEX3410 DMX3305 EEX4332
(New curriculum) EEX3417 DMX3107 EEX4330
EEX3331 MHZ3551 EEX4436
EEX3336 MHZ3552 (EEW4301 or EEW4403 or
EEW4401) and EEW5403
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304 (EEY4183 or EEY4182)
HNDE (Electronics) – Before 2014 AGM3203 DMX3305 EEX4331
EEX3410 DMX3107 EEX4330
EEX3331 MHZ3551
EEX3336 MHZ3552 (EEW4301 or EEW4403 or
DMX3401 EEW4401) and EEW5403
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304
HNDE (Electronics) New curriculum from 2014 AGM3203 DMX3305 EEX4331
EEX3410 DMX3107 EEX4332
EEX3331 MHZ3551 EEX4330
EEX3336 MHZ3552 (EEW4301 or EEW4403 or
DMX3401 EEW4401) and EEW5403
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or (EEY4183 or EEY4182)
DMX3304

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5

National Diploma in Engineering Technology AGM3203 DMX3401

(NDET)- Electrical/Electronic EEX3410 DMX3305
EEX3336 DMX3107
(EEX3351 & EEX4351) or
DMX3304
*Effective year 2003 onwards **Effective year 2008 onwards

Note: Candidates who have fulfilled only the academic requirements without the industrial
training components in NDT (Electrical), NDT (Electronic & Telecom.), HNDE (Electrical Power),
and HNDE (Electronics) are eligible for exemptions as listed, but they will not be exempted from
the industrial training courses at Levels 4 and 5.

Qualifications in Mechanical/ Automobile/ Manufacturing/ Marine/ Aeronautical/

Nautical/Chemical engineering and related disciplines
Courses
Qualification Level 4 and
Level 3
Level 5
German Training School- Full Certificate or Full Certificate of DMX3107
Basic Training Programme conducted by the Training Schools of
Central Transport Board (Werahara/Borella)
National Certificate for Industrial Technicians (NCIT) AGM3203 DMX3305 DMX4201
(Mechanical) DMX3401 DMX3206
DMX3203 DMX3107
NDT (Mechanical) AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMX4208
DMX3304 MHZ3552 DMX4212
DMX3305 DMW4801 or
DMW4802

NDT (Chemical) AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201

DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
DMX3203 MHZ3551
DMX3304 MHZ3552
DMX3305
AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
NDT (Marine)
DMX3203 MHZ3551
DMX3304 MHZ3552
DMX3305

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5
AGM3203 DMX3305 DMX4204
NDT (Nautical studies & technology) DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4205
DMX3302 EEX3410
AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4212
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4204
NDES (Mechanical - General)
DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMX4205
DMX3304 MHZ3552 DMW4801 or DMW4802
DMX3305
AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
HNDE (Mechanical)-Production Engineering
DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMX4212
DMX3304 MHZ3552 DMW4801 or DMW4802
DMX3305
AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
HNDE (Mechanical)-Automobile Engineering
DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMX4208
DMX3304 MHZ3552 DMW4801 or DMW4802
DMX3305
AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
HNDE (Mechanical)-Refrigeration and Air DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
conditioning DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMW4801 or DMW4802
DMX3304 MHZ3552
DMX3305
NDES (Automobile) AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
DMX3203 MHZ3551 DMX4208
DMX3304 MHZ3552 DMW4801or DMW4802
DMX3305
NDES (Marine) AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410 DMX4205
DMX3203 MHZ3551
DMX3304 MHZ3552
DMX3305
BSc (Defence Studies) in Aeronautical AGM3203 EEX3410
Engineering DMX3401 MHZ3551
DMX3304 MHZ3552
DMX3305
DMX3107
Note: Candidates who have fulfilled only the academic requirements without the industrial
training components in NDT (Mechanical) and HNDE (Mechanical) may be granted exemptions
but will not be exempted from the industrial training modules at Levels 4 and 5.

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Qualifications in Textile and Clothing Engineering and related discipline

Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5

Certificate in Textile Technology (One-year TAX3458 TAX4560

Fulltime), Textile Training & Services Centre, TAX3459 TAX5551
Ratmalana
Certificate in Textile Technology (One year full- TAX3458 TAX4560
time) and Diploma in Technology (Extension TAX3459 TAX5551
Course), Textile Training & Services Centre, TAX3331
Ratmalana
Certificate in Textile Dyeing and Printing (Part- TAX5551
time) from the Textile Training and Services
Centre, Ratmalana
Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX5551
(Part-time), Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and
Apparel (SLITA), Ratmalana

Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3458 TAX4438 TAX4462

(Full time), Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and TAX3459 TAX4539 TAX5551
Apparel (SLITA), Ratmalana TAX3331 TAX4540 TAX5648

TAX3458 TAX4560
Diploma in Textile Technology from the Textile
TAX3459 TAX5551
Training and Services Centre, Ratmalana
TAX3331
TAX3331 TAX4438
Diploma in Clothing Technology from the TAX4539
Clothing Industry Training Institute, Ratmalana TAX4462
TAW4401
Certificate in Textile Colouration and Finishing TAX3458 TAX5551
(Part-time) and Diploma in Textile Colouration
and Finishing (Part-time) from the Textile
Training and Services Centre, Ratmalana
Certificate in Garment Production TAX3331
Management (Part-time) from Clothing
Industry Training Institute, Ratmalana
College Diploma in Clothing Technology and TAX3331 TAX4539 TAX4462
Management (full-time), Brandix College of TAX4438 TAW4401
Clothing Technology, Ratmalana TAX4540 TAX5648
NDT (Textile) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) AGM3203 TAX3458 TAX4539
DMX3401 TAX3459 TAX4560
DMX3305 MHZ3551 TAX5551
DMX3107 MHZ3552
EEX3410 Any two of TAW5403, TAW5404,
(TAX5648 TAW5405, TAW5406
or
TAX3331)

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 and Level 5

NDT (Textile) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) AGM3203 TAX3458 TAX4539

without completion of training DMX3401 TAX3459 TAX5551
DMX3305 MHZ3551 TAX4560
EEX3410 MHZ3552
(TAX5648
or
TAX3331)
NDT (Clothing) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) AGM3203 TAX3459 TAX4539 Any two of
DMX3401 (TAX5648 or TAX4540 TAW4401
DMX3305 TAX3331) TAX4438 TAW5403
DMX3107 MHZ3551 TAX4462 TAW5404
EEX3410 MHZ3552 TAW5405
TAX3458 TAW5406
TAX5551
NDT (Clothing) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) AGM3203 TAX3459 TAX4438
without completion of training DMX3401 (TAX5648 or TAX4539
DMX3305 TAX3331) TAX4540
EEX3410 MHZ3551 TAX5551
TAX3458 MHZ3552 TAX4462
*NDT (Textile and Clothing Technology)- From AGM3203 TAX3331 DMX4204 Any two of
2007 to 2021 DMX3401 TAX3458 TAX4438 TAW4401
DMX3302 TAX3459 TAX4539 TAW5403
DMX3305 MHZ3551 TAX4540 TAW5404
DMX3107 MHZ3552 TAX5648 TAW5405
EEX3410 TAX5551 TAW5406
TAX4560
TAX4462

NDT (Textile and Clothing Technology) – From AGM3203 TAX3331 DMX4204 TAX5648
2007 to 2021 without completion of training DMX3401 TAX3458 TAX4438 TAX5551
DMX3302 TAX3459 TAX4539
DMX3305 MHZ3551 TAX4540
EEX3410 MHZ3552 TAX4560
TAX4462
NDT (Polymer Technology) AGM3203 DMX3206 DMX4201
DMX3401 DMX3107 DMX4204
DMX3302 EEX3410
DMX3203 MHZ3551
DMX3305 MHZ3552
TAX3331 TAX4438 TAW5401
Diploma in Clothing Manufacture – CITI,
TAX4539
Ratmalana
TAW4401
Diploma in Polymer Technology – CITI, TAX4539
Ratmalana
TAI3540- Pattern construction and TAI5538 – TAX4462
Advanced pattern construction, OUSL

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Licentiateship of Textile Institute (LTI) Examination /Associateship of Textile Institutes (ATI)
Technology Group Examination

Subject Level 3 Level 4 Level 5

Paper 2 in LTI/Paper 2(a) in ATI – Fibre Technology and Textile
TAX3458
Science
Paper 3 in LTI /Paper 2 (b) in ATI – Yarn Technology and Yarn
TAX3459
Preparation
Paper 4 in LTI /Paper 2 (c) in ATI- Fabric technology TAX4560 TAX5648
Paper 5 in LTI /Paper 2 (d) in ATI-Dyeing and Finishing
TAX5551
Technology
Paper 6 in LTI – Textile Testing TAX4539

Paper 11 in LTI – Garment Technology TAX3331

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 B2. Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours Programme
B2

The Bachelor of Industrial Studies • Obtained three passes at the General

Honours Degree (BISHons) programme Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
at OUSL is meticulously designed to Examination, Sri Lanka, in one sitting, or
meet the Sri Lanka Qualification • Obtained a minimum of three credit (C)
Framework (SLQF) standards, catering passes in any three subjects in the Cambridge
specifically to individuals currently International/Edexcel Advanced Level
employed in middle-management or Examination within three years, or
technical roles across various industries.
• Obtained the Certificate in Industrial Studies
Additionally, students can earn a Higher
in Apparel Technology offered by The Open
Diploma in an approved Industrial
University of Sri Lanka, or
Studies discipline upon completing the
necessary courses and credit • Obtained the Advanced Certificate in
requirements. Industrial Studies in Apparel Technology
offered by The Open University of Sri Lanka, or
The medium of instruction of the
• Obtained the Advanced Certificate in Apparel
programme is English.
Technology offered by The Open University of
Areas of Specialisation Sri Lanka, or
• Agriculture • Completed all courses of any foundation
• Apparel Production and programme offered by The Open University of
Management Sri Lanka, or
• Fashion Design and Product • Obtained the Advanced Certificate in Science
Development with courses from any three disciplines
• Textile Manufacture offered by The Open University of Sri Lanka, or

Duration • Secured an equivalent or higher qualification

acceptable to the Senate of the University.
The BISHons programme, beginning at
level 3, has a minimum duration of four For admission to the Bachelor of Industrial
academic years. The maximum period Studies Honours degree programme with a
allowed for a student to complete the specialisation in Agriculture, an applicant shall
programme is three times the minimum be required to have:
duration, totalling twelve academic years.
• Obtained three passes from Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, or Agriculture at the
Eligibility for Admission General Certificate of Education (Advanced
Level) Examination, Sri Lanka, in one sitting,
To be eligible for admission to the or
Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours
• Obtained a minimum of three credit (C)
degree programme in the specialisations
passes in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry in
of Apparel Production and Management, the Cambridge International/Edexcel
Textile Manufacture, or Fashion Design Advanced Level Examination within three
and Product Development, an applicant years, or
shall be required to have:

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• Obtained the Advanced Certificate in • Secured an equivalent or higher qualification
Science with courses in Biology, acceptable to the Senate of the University.
Physics, and Chemistry offered by The
Open University of Sri Lanka, or

Requirements for the award of the Degree Requirements for the award of the
Higher Diploma in Industrial Studies
To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of
Industrial Studies Honours degree, a student To qualify for the award of a Higher
must fulfil the following requirements within a Diploma, a student must meet the
maximum of 12 academic years, by the rule that following requirements.
the maximum period allowed is three times the
(1) Successful completion of all
minimum duration of 4 years.
compulsory courses at levels 3 and 4
(1) Successful completion of all compulsory for the selected specialisation, and
courses for the selected specialisation, and
(2) Fulfil the level-wise and the category-
(2) Fulfil the level-wise and the category-wise wise minimum course credits as given
course credits as given in the Table 2 in Table 2.

Table 2: Requirements for the Award of Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours Degree and Higher
Diploma in Industrial Studies

Degree Higher Diploma

Course Category
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
credits credits credits credits

74 88 42 46
Engineering (X) or
Industrial (I) Subject to a minimum of 30 at
Subject to a minimum of 15 at
Level 5 or above, of which at least
Level 4 or above
12 at Level 6

8 11
Engineering projects (Y) N/A N/A
Subject to a minimum of 8 at
Level 6

Mathematics (Z) 8 10 5 9

General (J) 5 6 0 4

Management (M) 10 15 7 11

Industrial Training (W) 8 8 8 8

Computer Literacy (K) 2 2 2 2

130
68
Subject to a minimum of 60 at
Total Subject to a minimum of 30 at
Level 5 or above, of which at least
Level 4
30 at Level 6

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Grade Point Average (GPA) Limits for course exemptions

The GPA is calculated by considering Regardless of any exemptions granted for prior
courses from Levels 4, 5, and 6 totaling qualifications, a student must successfully
74 credits. The following sequence is complete, in accordance with the Scheme of
used for selecting courses to fulfil the Assessment, a minimum number of credits as
74-credit requirement: specified below for each award.

1. Compulsory courses at Levels 5 For Degree

and 6.
Level 6 (considering all Categories): 15
2. Non-compulsory courses at Levels Level 6 (considering X, I, and Y categories): 10
5 and 6 with the highest GPVs. Levels 5 and 6 (considering all Categories): 30
Levels 5 and 6 (considering X, I, and Y Categories):
3. Compulsory courses at Level 4 with
19
the highest GPVs.
Total (considering all Categories and all levels
If exactly seventy-four (74) credits from 3 to 6): 65
cannot be obtained, courses will be
selected to the nearest value below For Higher Diploma in Industrial Studies
seventy-four (74) credits, with the
Level 4 (considering all Categories): 15
remaining credits taken as a part credit
Level 4 and above (considering X and I
of the next course. Industrial training
Categories): 8
courses are not included in the GPA
Total (considering all Categories and all levels
calculation.
from 3 to 6): 34

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed as follows:

(∑ 𝐶𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑡 𝑉𝑎𝑙𝑢𝑒 𝑥 𝐺𝑃𝑉) + 𝑃𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝐶𝑟𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑡 𝑥 𝐺𝑃𝑉

𝐺𝑃𝐴 =
74

Curricula for different specialisations Nevertheless, students are limited to a

maximum of 38 credits per academic year.
The following pages present the
recommended curriculum, with courses listed The specialisations presented are:
according to the suggested year of offering.
However, students have the flexibility to enrol • Agriculture
in courses across the entire curriculum, • Apparel Production and Management
provided they meet the prerequisite • Fashion Design and Product
requirements. This allows students to tailor Development
their academic journey based on their • Textile Manufacture
individual commitments, schedules, and
constraints.

Please note that for the award of the Higher Diploma, only the courses in Year 1 and Year 2,
except those marked with '+', are compulsory.

Abbreviations used for prerequisite: (CR) – Concurrent Registration, (CA) – Pass in Continuous
Assessments, (P) – Obtained at least C grade for the course

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 Curriculum for Agriculture Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ3458 Mathematics for Agriculture None

AGI3450 Land and Soil Tillage Management None

AGI3551 Agricultural Biology None

AGI3552 Crop Production and Technology None

AGI3553 Plant Protection None

AGM3354 Principles of Economics None

TAK3237 Introduction to Computer Applications None

AGM3203 Communication Skills None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

MHZ4357 Applied Statistics Pass in 15 credits in level 3, MHZ3458(CA)

AGI4555 Irrigation and Drainage Engineering AGX4356 (CR)

AGI4559 Food and Nutrition None

AGI4460 Animal Husbandry & Production None

AGI4561 Postharvest Biology and Technology AGI3551(P))

AGI4362 Environmental Agriculture AGI3551(CA), AGX4356(CR)

AGX4356 Soil Science None

AGM4363 Agricultural Marketing None

AGW4401 Industrial Training I (Agriculture) AGI3551(CA), AGI3552(CA), Pass in 15 credits at

level 3 or above

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Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGZ5367 Experimental Design MHZ3458(P) and MHZ4357(CA)

AGM5364 Farm Power and Machinery AGI3450 (P)

AGI5166 Research Methodology MHZ3458(P), MHZ4357(CA), AGZ5367(CR),

Pass in 30 credits
AGX5565 Soil Plant and Water Relationship AGX4356(CA)

AGJ5368 Indigenous Knowledge of Herbal Products Pass in 30 credits

AGW5401* Industrial Training II (Agriculture) AGW4401(CR), 15 credits (P)

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 13 Credits

AGI5569 Molecular Biology and Biotechnology AGI 3551(P)

AGI5470 Food Microbiology AGI4559(CA)

AGI5471 Animal Biology None

AGI5572 Fisheries and Aquaculture None

AGI5373 Agro-Forestry AGI3551(P), AGX4356(CA)

AGI5274 Fruit Crops and Cut Flower Production AGI3553(P), AGI3551(P)

AGX5415 Horticulture and Landscape Technology AGI3553(P), AGI3552 (P)

AGX5376 Crop Processing AGI3552(P), AGI4561(CA)

AGX5277 Food Safety and Quality Management Pass in 30 credits

Systems
AGM5475 Economics and Management AGM3354(P), MHZ3458(P)

*Also Compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

AGI6478 Hydrology and Water Resources AG14555(P), AGX5565(CR)

AGM6379 Agricultural Extension Pass in 30 credits

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

AGJ6381 Rural Sociology Pass in 30 credits

AGY6880 Individual Project (Agriculture) MHZ3458 (P), MHZ4357 (P), AGZ5367 (CR),
AGI5166 (CA), Pass in 50 credits.
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 15 Credits

AGI6582 Food Processing AGI4559(P)

AGI6585 Applications in Biotechnology AGI5569(CA)

AGX6283 Ground Water and Resource Management AGX5565(CA), AGX4356(P)

AGX6284 Impacts of Climate Change on Water AGX5565(CR)

Resources
AGX6387 Plantation Crop Technology AGI3552(P)

AGX6490 Soil and Water Conservation AGX4356(P), AGX5565(CR)

AGI6486 Field and Laboratory Techniques in Plant AGI3553(P)

Protection
AGX6377* Precision Agriculture 50 Credits (P)

*Not available in 2024/25

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 Curriculum for Apparel Production & Management Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX3530 Fibre to Fabric None

TAX3331 Garment Analysis and Sewing Machinery None

TAI3332 Garment Accessories None

TAI3533 Pattern Construction None

TAM3234 Basics of Human Resource Management None

TAM3535 Management Studies None

MHZ3576 Statistics for Industrial Studies None

TAK3237 Introduction to Computer Applications None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX4438 Production Planning and Organisation 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4539 Quality Assurance for Textile and Clothing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4540 Garment Manufacture TAX3331(CA), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4441 Knitted Garment Technology 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4442 Advanced Pattern Construction TAI3533(P), 3 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4243 Foundation Garments TAX3530(CA), TAI3533(CA), TAX4540(CR)

TAI4344 Industrial Garment Washing and Finishing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAM4445 Apparel Merchandising 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAW4401 Industrial Training I (Apparel) TAX3331(P), TAX4438(CR), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

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Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAI5246 Current Topics in Textile and 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
Clothing
TAX5547 Plant Utilities 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAX5648 Fabric Structure and Analysis 24 credits (P) at level 3

TAX5349 Nonwoven Textiles [TAX3458(P) or TAX3530) (P)], 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15

credits (CA) at level 4
MHZ5570 Quantitative Techniques 45 credits(P), MHZ3576(P)

TAW5401 Industrial Training II (Apparel) TAW4401(CR), 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at
level 4
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 5 Credits

TAX5551 Textile Colouration 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAI5552 Principles of Fashion Design 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 5 credits

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241 History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Pass in 45 credits

Environment
TAJ5353 History and Traditions of Clothing 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX6454 Technical Textiles 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6455 Fabric Technology 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6556 Ergonomics 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6263 Textile Product Engineering 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4

TAM6457 Fashion Marketing 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAY6882 Research Project (Apparel TA5246(CA), 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 13 credits (CA)
Production) at level 5

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Elective Courses: Select Courses for 3 Credits

TAX6367 Advanced Colouration [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(P)], 40 credits (P) at level 3 & 4,

15 credits (CA) at level 5
TAX6368* Nano Technology for Textiles [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CA)], [TAX3458(P) or
TAX3530(P)], 35 credits (P) at level 3 & 4
* Not available in 2024/25

Note: Students need to complete the 2 courses of the W category listed in Years 2 and 3 to be awarded the
Higher Diploma.

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 Curriculum for Fashion Design & Product Development Specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX3530 Fibre to Fabric None

TAX3331 Garment Analysis and Sewing Machinery None

TAI3332 Garment Accessories None

TAI3533 Pattern Construction None

TAI3270 Fashion Illustration I None

TAM3234 Basics of Human Resource Management None

TAM3535 Management Studies None

MHZ3576 Statistics for Industrial Studies None

TAK3237 Introduction to Computer Applications None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX4539 Quality Assurance for Textile and Clothing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4540 Garment Manufacture TAX3331(CA), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4371 Concept of Fashion 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4472 Concept of Fashion Designing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4373 Fashion Illustration II TAI3270(CA), 6 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4474 Process of Fashion Designing TAI4472(CR), 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4442 Advanced Pattern Construction TAI3533(P), 3 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4243+ Foundation Garments TAX3530(CA), TAI3533(CA), TAX4540(CR),

TAW4402 Industrial Training I (Fashion) TAX3331(P), TAI4371(CR), TAI4472(CR), 5 credits

(CA) at level 3
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 2 Credits

LLJ3245+ Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

MHJ4241+ History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

+Not compulsory for the Higher Diploma

Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAI5375 Design Through Draping TAI3533(P),19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAI5478 Fashion Design Development TAI4373(P), 21 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAI5579 Theoretical Aspects of Visual TAI5478(CR), 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits
Presentation and Exhibition Design (CA) at level 4
MHZ5570 Quantitative Techniques 45 credits(P), MHZ3576(P)

TAY5384 Inspiration of Fashion Designing TAI4373(CA), TAI4474 (CA), 24 credits (P) at level 3,
8 credits (CA) at level 4
TAW5402 Industrial Training II (Fashion Design TAI4474(CA), TAW4402(CR), 24 credits (P) at level
and Product Development) 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 5 Credits

TAX5551 Textile Colouration 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAI5376 Computer-Aided Pattern Drafting TAI3533(P), 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAI5277 Computer-Aided Fashion Illustration TAI4472(CR), TAI4373(CA), 24 credits (P) at level 3,
12 credits (CA) at level 4
Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 3 Credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Environment Pass in 45 credits

TAJ5353 History and Traditions of Clothing 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAI6580 Fashion Show Production TAI4474(P), 41 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at
level 5
TAX6556 Ergonomics 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAM6457 Fashion Marketing 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

TAY6885 Creating and Exhibiting Fashion TAY5384(P), TAI5579(CA), 42 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 10
Products credits (CA) at level 5
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 8 Credits

TAX6454 Technical Textiles 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6455 Fabric Technology 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6263 Textile Product Engineering 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4

TAX6367 Advanced Colouration [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(P)], 40 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15

credits (CA) at level 5
TAX6368* Nano Technology for Textiles [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CA)], [TAX3458(P) or TAX3530(P)], 35
credits (P) at level 3 & 4
* Not offered in 2024/25

Note: Students need to complete the 2 courses of the W category listed in Years 2 and 3 to be awarded the
Higher Diploma.

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 Curriculum for Textile Manufacture specialisation

Year 1
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX3458 Fibre Science & Technology None

TAX3459 Yarn Manufacture 1 None

TAX3370 Textile Preparation None

TAX3331 Garment Analysis and Sewing Machinery None

TAI3332 Garment Accessories None

TAM3234 Basics of Human Resource Management None

TAM3535 Management Studies None

MHZ3576 Statistics for Industrial Studies None

TAK3237 Introduction to Computer Applications None

Year 2
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX4539 Quality Assurance for Textile and Clothing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4540 Garment Manufacture TAX3331(CA), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4560 Woven Fabric Technology 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4361 Knitting Technology 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAX4571 Textile Colouration and Finishing TAX3370(CA), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAI4344 Industrial Garment Washing and Finishing 8 credits (CA) at level 3

TAM4445 Apparel Merchandising 8 credits (CA) at level 3

Note:

Those who wish to take TAW4401 may register for TAX4438 in year 2 Table
Prerequisites for TAX4438 are [8 credits (CA) at level 3].

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Year 3
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX5547 Plant Utilities 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAX5648 Fabric Structure and Analysis 24 credits (P) at level 3

TAX5349 Nonwoven Textiles [TAX3458(P) or TAX3530) (P)], 19 credits (P) at level 3,

15 credits (CA) at level 4
TAI5552 Principles of Fashion Design 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

TAI5246 Current Topics in Textile and Clothing 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

MHZ5570 Quantitative Techniques 45 credits(P), MHZ3576(P)

Elective Courses (J Category): Select Courses for 5 credits

LLJ3245 Introduction to Laws of Sri Lanka None

MHJ4241 History of Technology Pass in 20 credits

MHJ5343 Nature of Science Pass in 45 credits

MHJ5342 Technology, Society, and Environment Pass in 45 credits

TAJ5353 History and Traditions of Clothing 24 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4

Elective Courses (W Category): Select Courses for 4 Credit

TAW4401 Industrial Training I (Apparel) TAX3331(P), TAX4438(CR), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAW5403 Industrial Training II (Yarn Manufacture) TAX3459(P), 20 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAW5404 Industrial Training II (Weaving) TAX4560(P), 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAW5405 Industrial Training II (Chemical [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CR)], 19 credits (P) at level 3,
Processing) 15 credits (CA) at level 4
TAW5406 Industrial Training II (Knitting) TAX4361(P), 21 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4

Year 4
Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

Compulsory Courses

TAX6263 Textile Product Engineering 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4

TAX6556 Ergonomics 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

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Course Code and Course Title Prerequisites

TAY6883 Research Project (Textile TA5246(CA), 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 13 credits
manufacture) (CA) at level 5
Elective Courses: Select Courses for 15 Credits

TAX6454 Technical Textiles 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

TAX6265 Advanced Weaving preparation and TAX4560(P), 40 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
machinery (CA) at level 5
TAX6366 Yarn Manufacture II TAX3459(P), 41 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits
(CA) at level 5
TAX6367 Advanced Colouration [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(P)], 40 credits (P) at level 3 &
4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5
TAX6368* Nano Technology for Textiles [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CA)], [TAX3458(P) or
TAX3530(P)], 35 credits (P) at level 3 & 4
TAM6457 Fashion Marketing 45 credits (P) at level 3 & 4, 15 credits (CA) at level 5

Elective Courses (W Category): Select Courses for 4 Credits

TAW4401 Industrial Training I (Apparel) TAX3331(P), TAX4438(CR), 5 credits (CA) at level 3

TAW5403 Industrial Training II (Yarn TAX3459(P), 20 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
Manufacture) at level 4
TAW5404 Industrial Training II (Weaving) TAX4560(P), 19 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
TAW5405 Industrial Training II (Chemical [TAX4571(P) or TAX5551(CR)], 19 credits (P) at level
Processing) 3, 15 credits (CA) at level 4
TAW5406 Industrial Training II (Knitting) TAX4361(P), 21 credits (P) at level 3, 15 credits (CA)
at level 4
* Not offered in 2024/25

Industrial Training requirements for the award of the Higher Diploma:

Students need to complete any 2 W-category courses listed in Year 3 to be awarded the Higher Diploma.

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Exemptions applicable for the Industrial Studies Study Programme
Please note that the below-mentioned course exemptions are valid only for the 2024/25 academic year
due to the curriculum revision in 2025/26.

Qualifications in English Language

Please refer Annex 2 for the qualifications accepted for the exemptions for the Courses English for
General Academic Purpose (EGAP).

Qualifications in Agriculture and related disciplines

[Applicable for Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honors Programme]

Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Diploma in Agriculture – Schools of Agriculture or AGI3450 AGM3203 AGI4460 AGW5401
Diploma in Agriculture – Aquinas College AGI3552 TAK3237 AGX4356
AGM3354 AGI3553 AGW4401
NDT (Agriculture) or AGI3450 AGM3203 AGI4460 AGW5401
National Diploma in Agriculture (NDA) or Higher AGI3552 TAK3237 AGX4356
National Diploma in Agriculture (HNDA)- AGM3354 AGI3553 AGW4401
Department of Technical Education and Training
Diploma in Animal Husbandry, Sri Lanka, School AGI4460 AGI5471
of Animal Husbandry, Department of Animal
Production and Health, Welisara
HNDT (Agriculture) – Sri Lanka Institute of AGI3450 AGM3203 AGI4460 AGW5401
Advanced Technological Education AGI3552 TAK3237 AGX4356
AGM3354 AGI3553 AGW4401
NDT, HNDT, HNDA, and NDA in Agriculture - Exemptions granted for NDT, HNDT, HNDA, and
without training NDA (Agriculture) except AGW4401 & AGW5401

Qualifications in Textile/Apparel and related disciplines

Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 & 6
Certificate in Textile Technology (One TAX3458 TAX3530 TAX4560
year full-time) and Diploma in TAX3331 TAX3459
Technology (Extension Course), Textile [TAX3370 and TAX4571]
Training & Services Centre. or TAX5551
Certificate in Fabric Technology (Part- TAX3530
time) from the Textile Training and
Services Centre.
Certificate in Textile Dyeing and Printing [TAX3370 and TAX4571]
(Part-time) from the Textile Training and or TAX5551
Services Centre.

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 & 6
TAX3458 TAX3331 TAX4571
Diploma in Textile Technology from the Textile
TAX3459 TAX3530 TAX4560
Training and Services Centre.
TAX3370
Certificate in Textile Colouration and Finishing TAX3458
(Part-time) and Diploma in Textile Colouration {TAX3370 and TAX4571}
and Finishing (Part-time) from the Textile or TAX5551
Training and Services Centre.
Diploma in Clothing Technology, Clothing TAX3331 TAI3533 TAX4438 TAW5401
Industry Training Institute. TAI3332 TAX3530 TAX4539
TAW4401
Certificate in Garment Production TAX3331
Management (Part-time) from the Clothing
Industry Training Institute.
College Diploma in Clothing Technology and TAX3530 TAX3331 TAX4438 TAX5648
Management (full-time), Brandix College of TAI3332 TAI3533 TAX4539
Clothing Technology. TAM3234 TAX4540
TAM3535 TAI4442
MHZ3576 TAW4401
Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3530 TAX3331 TAX4539 TAX5648
(Full time), Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and TAI3332 TAI3533 TAX4540 TAX5551
Apparel (SLITA) - (Only for the Apparel TAM3234 TAX4438
Production and Management and Fashion TAM3535 TAI4442
Design & Product Development streams) MHZ3576

Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3530 TAX4539

(Full-time after 2015), Sri Lanka Institute of TAI3332 TAX4438
Textile and Apparel (SLITA) - (Only for Apparel MHZ3576
production and management stream and
Fashion Design and Product Development
stream)

Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3458 TAM3234 TAX4539 TAX5648

(Full time), Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and TAX3331 TAM3535
Apparel (SLITA) - (Only for Textile manufacture TAX3459 MHZ3576
TAX3370
stream

Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3458 TAX4539

(Full-time after 2015), Sri Lanka Institute of TAX3459 TAX4571
Textile and Apparel (SLITA) - (Only for Textile TAX3370 TAX4560
MHZ3576 TAX4361
manufacture stream

Diploma in Textile and Apparel Technology TAX3530 TAX5551

(Part-time), Sri Lanka Institute of Textile and
Apparel (SLITA).
Diploma in Lanka Institute of Fashion TAI3270 TAI4474 TAI5375
Technology (LIFT) – (Only for the Fashion TAI4373
Design and Product Development Stream) TAI4371
TAI4472

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 Courses
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 & 6
NDT (Textile) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) TAX3530 TAX3331 TAX4539 TAX5648
TAX3370 TAX3530 TAX4571 TAX5551
TAX3459 TAK3237 TAX4560
TAM3234 [Any two of
TAM3535 TAW4401
TAW5403
TAW5404
TAW5405]
TAW5406]
NDT (Textile) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) without TAX3530 TAX3331 TAX4539 TAX5648
completion of training TAX3370 TAX3530 TAX4571 TAX5551
TAX3459 TAK3237 TAX4560
TAM3234
TAM3535
NDT (Clothing) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) TAX3530 TAX3530 TAX4539 TAX5648
TAX3458 TAI3332 TAX4571 TAX5551
TAX3370 TAI3533 TAX4540
TAX3331 TAK3237 TAI4442
TAM3234 TAX4438
TAM3535 [Any two of
TAW4401
TAW5401
TAW5403
TAW5404
TAW5405
TAW5406]
NDT (Clothing) (Old Curriculum-till 2007) TAX3530 TAX3530 TAM3535 TAX5648
without completion of training TAX3370 TAI3332 TAX4539 TAX5551
TAX3331 TAX3331 TAX4540
TAX3458 TAI3533 TAX4438
TAK3237 TAI4442
TAM3234 TAX4571
NDT (Textile and Clothing Technology) – From TAX3458 TAX3530 TAX4539 TAX5648
2007 to 2021 TAX3459 TAI3332 TAI4442 TAX5551
TAX3370 TAX3331 TAX4571
TAK3237 TAI3533 TAX4540
TAM3234 TAX4560
TAM3535 TAX4438
[Any two of
TAW4401
TAW5401
TAW5403
TAW5404
TAW5405
TAW5406]
NDT (Textile and Clothing Technology) – From TAX3458 TAX3530 TAX4539 TAX5648
2007 to 2021 TAX3459 TAI3332 TAX4571 TAX5551
Without completion of training TAX3370 TAX3331 TAX4540
TAM3234 TAI3533 TAX4560
TAM3535 TAK3237 TAX4438
TAI4442
Diploma in Clothing Manufacture – CITI TAX3530 TAX4438 TAW5401
TAX3331 TAX4539
TAI3533 TAW4401

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 Courses exempted
Qualification
Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 & 6

BSc (Eng) Textile and Clothing, University of TAM3234 TAX3530 TAX4539 CVM5401
Moratuwa TAM3535 TAI3533 TAX4571 DMM6601
TAX3458 TAX4560 TAX5648
TAX3459 TAI4442 [Any two of
TAX3370 AGM4307 TAW4401
TAW5403
TAW5404
TAW5405
TAW5406]

Licentiateship of Textile Institute (LTI)

Examination /Associateship of Textile Institutes See below for exemptions for individual papers
(ATI) Technology Group Examination

Paper 1 in LTI /Paper 1 (e) in ATI – Textile

TAX3530
Technology

Paper 2 in LTI/Paper 2(a) in ATI – Fibre TAX3458

Technology and Textile Science

Paper 3 in LTI /Paper 2 (b) in ATI – Yarn TAX3459

Technology and Yarn preparation

Paper 4 in LTI /Paper 2 (c) in ATI- Fabric TAX4560 TAX5648

technology

Paper 5 in LTI /Paper 2 (d) in ATI-Dyeing and [TAX3370 and TAX4571] or

Finishing Technology TAX5551

Paper 6 in LTI – Textile Testing TAX4539

Paper 9 in LTI- Quality Management in

MHZ3576
Textiles

Paper 2 in LTI – Garment Technology TAX3331

Certificate in Industrial Studies (OUSL) See below for exemptions for individual papers

TTI2631 Yarn manufacture TAX3459

TTI2632 Weaving TAX4560 TAX5648

TTI2633 Textile Chemical processing [TAX3370 and TAX4571] or

TAX5551

TTI3650 Pattern Making TAI3533

Diploma in Technology (Textile Engineering) TAX3459 TAX3458 TAX4539 TAX5551

from the OUSL TAX3530 TAX4560

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 B3. Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology Programme
B3

This programme offers industry ● obtained six passes including Mathematics

professionals the opportunity to deepen and the first language in the General
their knowledge in the area of Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level)
specialisation. Admission to the Examination, Sri Lanka or,
programme requires six passes at the
G.C.E. (O/L) examination, including ● secured an equivalent or higher qualification
Mathematics and the first language. acceptable to the Senate of the University.

The programme is offered in both Sinhala

and English media. Requirements for the award of the Advanced
Certificate
Duration
The OUSL awards the Advanced Certificate in
The minimum duration of the Advanced
Apparel Technology to students who complete
Certificate programme is one year, and the
30 credits from the courses listed below.
maximum is three years.
Students with relevant qualifications may
Eligibility for Admission to the Programme apply for exemptions from certain courses in
of Study the programme. However, to qualify for the
An individual seeking admission to the Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology,
programme leading to the award of the they must register for and complete at least 15
Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology credits. A list of qualifications eligible for
must meet the following requirements: exemptions is on the following page.

Curriculum

Course Code and Course Title Pre-requisites

TAX2585 Introducing Textiles None

TAI2886 Apparel Technology None

TAZ2587 Mathematics and Science for Textile Technology None

TAI2488 Laboratory Practices and Industrial Exposure None

TAI2289 Introducing Fashion None

TAY2690 Advanced Certificate Project None

For further information about the Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology programme, please call
0112881310.

Note: Students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology programme who
wish to pursue the Bachelor of Industrial Studies Honours degree programme in the
following year must apply online during the application period and complete registration for
the degree programme during the re-registration period.

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Exemptions applicable for Advanced Certificate in Apparel Technology Study Programme

Qualification Courses

• G.C.E.(A/L) Sri Lanka – Combined mathematics or

• G.C.E.(A/L) Sri Lanka – Pure mathematics and Applied mathematics or TAZ2587
• G.C.E.(A/L) Sri Lanka – Physics

Certificate in Fabric Technology (Part-time) from the Textile Training and Services Centre. TAX2585

Certificate in Garment Production Management (Part-time) from the Clothing Industry

TAI2886
Training Institute.

Certificate in Garment Industry Management from Garment Industry Management Institute. TAI2886

Licentiateship of Textile Institute (LTI) Examination /Associateship of Textile Institutes (ATI)

TAX2585
Technology Group Examination - Paper 1 in LTI /Paper 1(e) in ATI (Textile Technology)
Licentiateship of Textile Institute (LTI) Examination - Paper 2 in LTI (Garment Technology) TAI2886

B4. Postgraduate Study Programmes and Research Degrees

B4

The Faculty is currently revising its • Master of Science in Structural

postgraduate programs in alignment with the Engineering (Two-year programme)
Sri Lanka Qualification Framework and
• Master of Science in Data Science (Two
evolving industry trends. Some of the
– year programme)
postgraduate programmes offered include:
• Master of Data Science (One - year
• Master of Energy Management (One-year
programme)
programme)
The Faculty also offers postgraduate
• Master of Science in Energy for Circular
research degrees leading to MPhil and PhD
Economy (Two-year programme)
awards. Interested applicants should
• Master of Science in Industrial contact the respective Heads of
Engineering (Two-year programme) Departments for the relevant study areas.

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Annex 1: Different Methods of Fulfilling the Industrial Training Requirements

Method
Action to be Exemption for Qualifications having
followed by the Industrial training components (1) Releasement for work experience
students or
For the same For different (2) Undergoing Training
disciplines disciplines
Registration Not required

Required subject to fulfilment of

Prerequisites

Application for Not required The application form FET/TRG/01 should

training/getting Students must be submitted to the Training Engineer
releasement register for all after the add/drop period of the current
required training academic year before the deadline the
courses unless deadline announced.
exempted. They
Request for Not Applicable should follow the The students seeking releasement:
evaluation instructions The application form FET/TRG/07 along
provided under with documentary evidence of
“Releasement for employment or prior internship should
Work Experience or be submitted to the Training Engineer
Undergoing before the stipulated deadline for the
Training” in the last current academic year. The qualified
column of the learners will then be requested to submit
table. their Work Experience Report.

The students who have undergone

training courses:
The application form FET/TRG/02, the
Daily Diary, and the Training Report
should be submitted to the Training
Engineer.

Final Assessment
Not Applicable Not Applicable Viva Voce Examination
Method

The students seeking releasement:

0.5 x Mark for the Training Report + 0.5 x
Viva Mark
Overall
Assessment Not Applicable Not Applicable For students who completed training
Criteria courses:
0.1 x Mark for the Daily Diary + 0.4 x Mark
for the Training Report + 0.5 x Viva Mark

For further information please the Faculty of Engineering Technology web page https://ou.ac.lk/industrial-
training/. All application forms and the Industrial Training Guideline (FET/TRG/00) can be downloaded
from the given web link.

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Annex 2: Information of the English for Academic Purpose (EAP) Programme

1. Composition and pre-requisites for EAP courses

To complete the degree programme, you need to fulfil English Language - Intermediate level
requirement.

There are two English levels you need to complete as shown below:

Code Title Prerequisite

Elementary Level – English for General Academic

LTE34TE None
Purpose (EGAP)

Intermediate Level – English for General Academic

LTE34TI LTE34TE(P)
Purpose (EGAP)

You can claim exemptions for the compulsory English courses, if you have the qualifications
listed in the table below:

Exemption Minimum Qualification for Exemptions Exempted

Course(s)

Intermediate Level – ● Bachelors Degree / Postgraduate Diploma /

English for General Masters Degree in English medium
Academic Purpose ● A Grade for General English in GCE (A/L)
(EGAP) Exemption ● B Grade for English as a main subject at the
GCE (A/L)
● Complete GCE (A/L) Examination in English LTE34TI / LTE34TE
medium
● English Language Course offered for the
National Diploma in Technology (NDT),
● Any Diploma programme offered by the Open
University of Sri Lanka in English medium
Check below for the full list!
Elementary Level – ● B Grade for English at the GCE (O/L)
English for General Examination
LTE34TE
Academic Purpose ● C Grade for General English at the GCE (A/L)
(EGAP) Exemption Examination
● S Grade for English as a main subject at the
GCE (A/L) Examination

If you do not qualify for any exemption, you need to start at the Elementary level.

If you are exempted only from Elementary level, you need to register for the Intermediate level.
With intermediate level exemption you need not register for English at all.

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2. Qualifications accepted for exemptions for EAP – Intermediate Level (LTE34TI)

(1) Bachelors Degree/Postgraduate Diploma/Masters Degree in English medium

(2) UTEL score of not less than band 6.00 in four skills
(3) IELTS overall score of at least 5.0 (Academic) or 5.5 (General) with not less than 4.00 in
writing.
(4) TOEFL:
Paper-based overall score of at least 450 with 3.5 in writing
Computer-based overall score of at least 200 with 3.5 in writing
Internet-based overall score of at least 90 and writing score of 20 marks and above
(5) Complete G.C.E. (A/L) Examination in English medium
(6) Completion of London A/L (Edexcel or Cambridge)
(7) National Diploma in Teaching (English), National Collage of Education, awarded by NIE
(8) Higher National Diploma in English (SLIATE)
(9) Diploma in English obtained from UGC recognised Non-state Higher Education Institutes
(10) Diploma in Library and Information Science (English medium) conducted by the Sri
Lanka Library Association
(11) English as a subject at G.C.E. (A/L) Examination A Grade for General English in GCE (A/L)
(12) Diploma in English Language and Literature, and Advanced Certificate in English
conducted by the Department of Language Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
(13) The English Language Course offered for the National Diploma in Technology (NDT),
Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa
(14) Any Diploma programme offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka in English medium
(15) Any other qualification acceptable to the Senate of the Open University of Sri Lanka

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Annex 3: Details of Financial Support Available for Students
Please visit the website https://ou.ac.lk/scholarships/ for application forms and stay updated on
available financial support options.
Various loan schemes are also available for students. For more details Visit the website
https://ou.ac.lk/educational-loans/.

1. University Bursaries
The Open University of Sri Lanka annually awards University Bursaries to students. The bursary covers
50% of the tuition fee paid by the student in the previous academic year, provided the student meets the
eligibility criteria. A student can be awarded a bursary for a maximum of two academic years, at different
levels of their study programme. Selection is based on both merit and financial need, with students
required to apply.
Eligibility Criteria for the Award of a Bursary
• The student must be registered in a study programme with a minimum duration of two years.
However, students progressing from one qualification level to another (e.g., from Certificate to
Advanced Certificate, or from Diploma to Degree) may also be considered.
• The student must have completed courses totalling at least 15 credits in the previous academic
year and achieved a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 in final examinations at the
relevant level.
• Only the courses contributing to the final award of the programme will be considered in the GPA
calculation.
• The student’s gross family income must be less than Rs. 500,000/= annually, as certified by a
Gramasewaka certificate.
• The student must not have any disciplinary actions taken against them.

2. Open University Enrolment Bursary

The Open University of Sri Lanka offers the “Enrolment Bursary”, to economically disadvantaged
students during their first year of enrolment. This bursary covers 50% of the tuition fees for the courses
registered by the student in their first year. The bursary is awarded only in the first year of registration and
will be considered when the second instalment of the tuition fee is due.
A recipient of the Enrolment Bursary may also be eligible to receive either the University Bursary or the
Mahapola Scholarship in two subsequent academic years, at different levels of the programme.
However, a student awarded a Mahapola Scholarship can only receive a University Bursary in another
academic year. Students cannot hold both awards simultaneously.
Students are selected for the Enrolment Bursary based on an application, with selection criteria focusing
on financial need and active participation in academic studies.
Eligibility Criteria for the Open University Enrolment Bursary

• The student must be enrolled in a study programme with a minimum duration of two years,
starting at Level 3. However, students progressing from one qualification level to another (e.g.,
from Certificate to Advanced Certificate or Diploma/Degree) may also be considered.
• The student’s gross annual family income must be less than Rs. 500,000/=. A Gramasewaka
certificate must be provided as proof of income.
• The student must have actively participated in continuous assessments and other compulsory
academic activities for the courses they are registered in, up to the date of the bursary evaluation.
• No disciplinary actions should have been taken against the student.

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3. University Enhancement Bursary
The University Enhancement Bursary is offered by the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) to
encourage degree-level students to complete their courses within a given academic year and finish
their degrees on time. The value of the bursary varies depending on how frequently the student meets
the eligibility criteria. A student may receive the University Enhancement Bursary up to three times
during their academic career at OUSL. Additionally, students who have been awarded a Mahapola
Scholarship or the University Bursary are still eligible for the University Enhancement Bursary.

Eligibility Criteria for Award of University Enhancement Bursary

• A student to become eligible for the award of the University Enhancement Bursary s/he should
register for a minimum of 27 credits of courses in the first year of registration at the OUSL and
complete all the credits s/he registered in the same academic year. However, if a student
chooses to register for credits more than 27 credits, s/he shall be required to complete the
additional credits s/he has registered to become eligible for the bursary.

• In the subsequent year/s the student shall be required to register for a minimum of 27 credits
of courses at the OUSL and successfully complete all the credits s/he registered for in the
same academic year. However, if a student chooses to register for credits more than 27
credits, s/he shall be required to complete the additional credits s/he has registered for to
become eligible for the bursary.

• A student who fulfils the requirements given in (a) or (b) for the first time will be eligible for an
award of a bursary equivalent to 10% of the tuition fee in the next academic year.

• Similarly, a student who fulfils the requirements given in (a) or (b) for the second time will be
eligible for an award of a bursary equivalent to 20% of the tuition fee in the next academic year.

• A student who fulfils the requirements given in (a) or (b) for the third time will be eligible for an
award of a bursary equivalent to 30% of the tuition fee in the next academic year.

• The bursary amounts awarded to the students as per (c), (d) and (e) above, would be set aside
from the tuition fee for the next academic year.

4. Mahapola Scholarships
Mahapola Scholarships are awarded by the Mahapola Higher Education Scholarship Trust Fund to the
value of Rs. 8,000/- each towards the payment of tuition fees of courses. The scholarship payments
will be made in two installments. The second installment will be paid only if the conduct and academic
performance of the student are satisfactory. Mahapola Scholarship shall be awarded only once to a
student. A student who has been awarded a University Bursary can be considered for the Mahapola
Scholarship only in another academic year. That is, a student shall not hold both the awards
simultaneously. Students shall be selected based on an application made by them based on Merit and
Need.

Eligibility Criteria for the Award of Mahapola Scholarship

• Student should have been registered for courses at Level four or above in an undergraduate
programme

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 • Student should not be employed or engaged in any other higher educational study

• Student should not have exceeded the age of 30 years on the date of selection

• Student should have sat and attained a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 in the final
examinations of courses adding up to a total of at least 18 credits at the particular Level in the
previous year. Only courses considered for the final award of the programme will be taken for the
calculation of GPA for the scholarship.

• Parental income ceiling should be equal to or less than Rs, 300,000/-, with the relevant
concessions per annum added to the income ceiling, as specified by the U.G.C.

(Current concessions applicable: Rs. 24,000/- per annum per school going sister/brother who is
18 years or under, up to a maximum of three children and Rs. 36,000/- concession per annum per
sister/brother following a course in a university but not in receipt of a Mahapola scholarship or a
Bursary)

• Students will be required to provide a letter from a Grama Sevaka to certify the annual parental
income.

• No disciplinary action should have been taken against the student.

5. Dean’s List Awards

The Dean’s List Awards consider undergraduate study programmes offered by the faculty. This academic
honor is awarded by the university to recognize students who achieve a high-grade point average (GPA)
over an academic year. Being on the Dean's List signifies outstanding academic performance and
distinguishes students as top achievers within the faculty.

Eligibility Criteria for the Dean’s List Award

A student registered in an undergraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Engineering Technology
will qualify to be placed on the Dean’s List of the relevant academic year, provided that the following
criteria are fulfilled.

• Completed a minimum of 30 credits in an academic year with a *Grade Point Average of 3.70 or
better, in the first instance of obtaining eligibility to sit the final examinations, and,

• Obtained C grades or above for any credits completed at the final examinations of the relevant
academic year (including credits completed over and above the minimum 30 credits
considered), and,

• No repeats (F grades) or Re-sits are permitted among the total registered courses in the relevant
academic year, however, RX grades are permitted, and,

• No disciplinary action should have been taken against the student.

• *Grade Point Average will be the weighted mean of the Grade Point Values a student earns by
completing the final examinations in the relevant academic year (including credits completed
over and above the minimum 30 credits considered).

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Special benefits to the students

• The Dean’s List placement will be noted on the Student’s Transcript.

• Each student placed on the Dean’s List will receive a Letter of Commendation from the Dean of
the Faculty of Engineering Technology.
• A scholarship to the value of 24 credits of courses (tuition fees as relevant to the programme)
will be awarded to the top five students placed on the Dean’s List of each programme.

Criteria for the Awarding Scholarships for the Dean’s List Awardees

• In selecting 24-course credits for the scholarship, the credits should be selected sequentially
from higher to lower-level courses.

• In situations where more than five students are eligible for the top five places, all such students
shall be awarded the scholarship.

• A student, who has already been awarded any other scholarship or bursary by the OUSL for the
relevant academic year, shall not be considered for this scholarship.

• The Dean’s List of the relevant academic year will be computed for each undergraduate
programme of the faculty after all final examination results of the relevant academic year are
released. The Faculty Board will be responsible for approval of Dean’s List Awards.
• If and when necessary, the criteria may be amended with the approval of the Faculty Board.

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Annex 4: Locations and Contact Information of Regional and Study Centres

The Regional Educational Services (RES) division of the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL)
plays a pivotal role in supporting the six faculties of the university in delivering their academic
programs. The RES oversees a comprehensive network of nine Regional Centres and nineteen
Study Centres strategically located across the country. This division is responsible for
planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of regional educational services. Contact
details of the Regional and Study Centres are given below

Regional Centres
Regional Centre Address & Contact Person Telephone

Anuradhapura Assistant Director 025-2222871

Jayanthi Mawatha, Anuradhapura
Badulla Assistant Director 0552228842, 0553012151
No.18/1 Bandaranayake Mw., Badulla
Batticaloa Senior Assistant Director, 065-2222264
23, New Road, Batticaloa
Colombo Actg. Assistant Director 011-2853930, 011-288128, 011-2881464,
Nawala, Nugegoda 011-2881380
Jaffna Assistant Director 021-2223374
Browns Road, No.303, Kokkuvil, Jaffna
Kandy Assistant Director 081-2494083, 081-2494495, 081-
Polgolla, Kandy 2494496,
081-2494497
Kurunegala Assistant Director 037-2223473
Negombo Road, Malkaduwawa,
Kurunegala
Matara Assistant Director 041-2222943, 041-2229782
Nupe, Matara
Ratnapura Assistant Director 045-2228660
Hidellana, Ratnapura

Study Centres
Study Centre Contact Person & Address Telephone

Ambalangoda Regional Officer 091-2258585

80/1, Polwatta Road, Halwathura,
Ambalangoda
Ambalantota Assistant Director 047-2225533
Rajasaranagama Road, Lunama South,
Ambalantota
Ampara Assistant Director 063-2222052
Inginiyagala Road, Samapura, Ampara

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Study Centre Contact Person & Address Telephone

Bandarawela Assistant Director 057-2222820

St. Thomas Road, Wewatenna, 057-2223747
Bandarawela
Galle Regional Officer, 091-2223784, 091-2247564
Labuduwa, Galle
Gampaha Regional Officer 033-2234571, 033-2234572
Gampaha Road, Miriswatte,
Mudungoda
Hatton Co-ordinator 051-2225139, 051-2223492
Thondaman Vocational Training Centre,
Hatton
Kalutara Assistant Director 034-2223286, 034-2223399
66/2, Nagoda Road,
(Nissanaka Mw Junction),
Kalutara South
Kegalle Assistant Director 035-2222501
Kumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha,
Kegalle
Kilinochchi Assistant Director 077-7705963, 021-2283970
155th Mile Post, Kandy Rd,
Kilinochchi.
Mannar Actg. Assistant Director 023-2251999, 077-5625352
No. 363, Talaimannar Rd,
Mannar.
Matale Assistant Director 066-2058083
No. 9, MC Road,
Matale
Monaragala Assistant Director 055-2277395
Technical College Junction, Sirigala,
Potuvil Road, Monaragala
Mullaitivu Assistant Director 021-2290868
Oddusuddan Road, Puthukkudiyiruppu,
Mullaitivu
Naththandiya Actg. Assistant Director 0322060405
Marawila - Nattandiya Rd, Nattandiya
Polonnaruwa Assistant Director 027-2225776
24th Post, Bendiwewa, Jayanthipura,
Polonnaruwa
Puttalam Assistant Director 032-2266822
1/137, Colombo Road, Puttalam
Trincomalee Assistant Director 026-2222088
No. 26/A, Post Office Rd., Trincomalee
Vavuniya Assistant Director 024-2222995
No: 366, Kandy Road, Tekkawaththai, Vavuniya

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Annex 5: Important Contact Information

Faculty Office
Assistant Registrar: [email protected] | 0112881283
Personal Assistant to the Dean: 0112881228
Office Staff: 0112881429

Industrial Training Staff

Training Engineer: [email protected] | 0112881223

Department of Agricultural and Plantation Engineering

Head of the Department: Mr. P. K. J. De Mel |[email protected], [email protected]
Academic counsellor: Dr. N. S. Weerakkody | [email protected] | 0714275323

Department of Civil Engineering

Head of the Department: Mr. D. I. Fernando | [email protected]
Academic counsellor: Dr. Chandana Kulasuriya | [email protected] | 0703593512
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Head of the Department: Mrs. H. Pasqual | [email protected] | 011 2881481
Academic counsellor: Mr. I. A. Premaratne | [email protected] | 077 611 5604

Department of Mathematics and Philosophy of Engineering

Head of the Department: Dr. K. D. N. Kumari | [email protected] | 0112881484
Academic counsellor: Dr. W. A. L. Niwanthi | [email protected] | 0705959889

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Head of the Department: Eng. H.D.N.S. Priyankara | [email protected], [email protected]
Academic counsellor: Dr. B. G. D. Achintha Madhusanka | [email protected] | 0716166779

Department of Textile and Apparel Technology

Head of the Department: Prof. C.N. Herath| [email protected], [email protected] | 0112881261
Academic counsellor: Prof. C.N. Herath| [email protected]| 0718248272
IT Help Desk
[email protected], 0112881055, 0112881378

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02: Registration/Course Materials
Dispatch Block
02a: Stores, 02b: CRC Classrooms
03: Blocks 01 – 20
04: Printing Press
05: Faculty of Education
06: Pre-School
07: Health Centre, 7a: Daycare Centre
08: Automobile Lab
09: Shrine Room
10: Science and Technology Building
11: Exam Hall No. 3 / Conference Hall
11a, 11b, 11c, 11d: Exam Halls
12: CETMe
13: Library
14: Faculty of Humanities and Social
Sciences
15: Senate House, 15a: IT Building
16: Administrative Building
17: Temporary Residential Facility (Old)
18: Staff Development Centre
19: Lands and Building Department
20: Guest House
21: Canteen
22: Post Graduate Institute of English
23: Exam Hall No. 5
24: Temporary Residential Facility (New)
25: Exam Hall No. 5
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