Diploma of Technopreneurship in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

The Diploma of Technopreneurship in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning at Institut Kemahiran MARA (IKM) Kuala Lumpur is designed to equip students with technical skills, entrepreneurial knowledge, and corporate ethics to thrive in a modern economy. The program integrates technical training with 21st-century entrepreneurial skills, aligning with Industry 4.0 and digital platforms.

Objective: To produce technopreneurs capable of adapting to dynamic business environments through hands-on projects and real-world business exposure.

Duration: 1 to 1.5 years (1200–2000 learning hours).

Location: Bahagian Kemahiran Dan Teknikal MARA, Tingkat 20 & 21, Ibu Pejabat MARA, 21, Jalan MARA, 50609, Kuala Lumpur.

The curriculum is divided into three main modules:

Module	Hours	Percentage	Description
Technical Skills	360–720	30%	Core discipline focusing on refrigeration and air conditioning techniques.
Entrepreneurship Skills	600–1200	50%	Marketing, financial management, networking, and business coaching.
Corporate and Social Ethics	240–480	20%	Business ethics, Muslim entrepreneurial identity, and character building.

Learning Phases:

• Phase 1 (3–6 months): Introduction to technical, entrepreneurial, and ethical modules.
• Phase 2: Project-based learning in real business environments.

Assessment is conducted through formative and summative evaluations:

Criteria	Passing Requirement
Company Profile	≥ 90%
Business Documentation	≥ 90%
Sales	100%
Product/Service	≥ 90%
Business Plan	≥ 90%

Evaluation Methods:

• Continuous Assessment: Monthly progress monitoring.
• Final Assessment: Presentation covering company profile, business documentation, sales, product/service, and business plan.

Evaluators: Facilitators, mentors, external panels (e.g., MARA representatives, industry experts).

Below are key forms used in the program. Click to view details:

Equipment Usage Form Special Leave Form External Premises Form