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Urbanization and Consequent Carbon Footprints from Transportation and Construction Sector in Malaysia after Industrial Revolution 4.0 Musarat, Muhammad Ali; Alaloul, Wesam Salah; Bukhari, Hamna; Ayub, Saba; Thiong, Thiong Samuel Ateny
Journal of Engineering and Technological Sciences Vol. 56 No. 4 (2024)
Publisher : Directorate for Research and Community Services, Institut Teknologi Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5614/j.eng.technol.sci.2024.56.4.1

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Malaysia has experienced rapid urbanization since Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0, which has resulted in significant changes in energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Its urban areas are characterized by high population densities, which has led to increased demand for transportation and construction activities, thereby enhancing the carbon footprint of Malaysia. Yet, the country has also set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and has committed itself to the Paris Agreement on climate change. The government has set a target to reduce the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions by 45%, compared to the level in 2005, by 2030. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the domains from the transportation and construction sectors that are most responsible for Malaysia’s CO2 emissions along with exploring the government’s initiatives to mitigate these emissions. In order to recommend sustainable techniques that are currently most suitable for the Malaysian context, a survey was conducted. The results showed that sustainable building materials and green building certifications should be the two top priorities of the government in order to control emissions from selected domains. The research also provides practical suggestions to help the country achieve its sustainability targets.
Evaluating the knowledge ability of students by inquiry-based learning technique Alaloul, Wesam Salah; Alzu’bi, Khalid Mhmoud; Musarat, Muhammad Ali
International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE) Vol 15, No 2: April 2026
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijere.v15i2.31593

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Inquiry-based learning (IBL) as an instructional approach has been popular amongst science, technology, engineering, mathematics disciplines, but the practice specifically in engineering education deserves further exploration. This study explores the impact of IBL on student engagement and learning within an engineering project management course. Using a case-study methodology, engineering students engaged in real-world problem-solving activities and provided feedback through a questionnaire assessing lecturer deliverables and IBL effectiveness. For this study, a questionnaire approach was adopted comprised of 34 questions compressed under two main groups. The distribution was made among engineering students of various disciplines. The descriptive and reliability analysis of the responses revealed that IBL positively influenced students’ engagement and problem-solving abilities, fostering a collaborative learning environment. However, students noted a high workload associated with IBL tasks, suggesting the need for careful assignment structuring. Overall, the study highlights IBL’s potential to enrich engineering education by aligning learning outcomes with industry demands, recommending that future implementations consider workload optimization to maintain balance. This research contributes to understanding effective pedagogical approaches in engineering, promoting student-centered learning that prepares students for professional challenges.