mohdkhairulafzan@utm.my
+607-5531581
Faculty of Civil Engineering Universiti Teknologi Malaysia 81310 Johor Bahru Johor, Malaysia
Khairul Afzan
He is a senior lecturer in Faculty of Civil Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). He graduated with a Bachelor degree and a Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering, and a Doctor of Philosophy from Universiti Teknologi Mara, Malaysia. He has over 10 years of teaching, research and consultancy experience from various universities before joined UTM.
Expertise Area
He truly passionate about this field, and while he’s gained some knowledge along the way, he humbly considers himself a lifelong learner. He here to share what he’ve discovered so far and to continue growing alongside you. Let’s explore the world of together, seeking knowledge and practical solutions that can make a positive impact.
Railway Engineering
Public Transportation
Traffic Engineering
Human Behaviour
Pedestrian Characteristic
Noise and Vibration
Academic Leadership in Higher Education
In the world of higher education, being an academic leader as a lecturer is all about being a dedicated and passionate lecturer who really loves what they do. These leaders are like the experts in their subjects; they know a lot about what they’re teaching, and they’re always learning more to stay up-to-date. But what makes them special is their focus on the students. They want to create a friendly and exciting place to learn. They encourage students to think and ask questions and give each student the attention they need to do their very best.
The academic leaders is also open to trying new and fun ways to teach, like using cool gadgets and technology. They’re not afraid to change things up to make learning interesting. And they’re not just there in the classroom; they often help students outside of class, offering guidance and support when students face challenges. But there’s more to it. Many of these leaders also get involved in research – that’s when they dig deep into a subject to discover new things. Some even get students excited about doing research too! They are also great at talking and explaining things in a way everyone can understand. They share their knowledge with other lecturers and work together to make learning better for everyone.
One important thing they do is keeping an eye on how well the students are doing. They give feedback and use information to change how they teach and make learning even better. They’re always learning themselves and going to workshops and meetings to get better at what they do. And you know what’s really cool about these leaders? They don’t stop learning, ever! They show their students that learning is a lifelong adventure, and it’s never too late to learn new things.
Lastly, these leaders are like role models. They show everyone how to be honest and fair, treating students the same and being professional at all times. So, as lecturers, they have a big role in making sure students learn, grow, and succeed. They also help make the whole world of higher education better, one class at a time.