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CONTENTS

Foreword 1

DIPLOMA IN PALM OIL MILLING TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT Introduction 2

About the Programme 2 Who Should Attend 2

Entry Qualifications 2

Objectives of the Programme 2

Course Period 3

Course Fee 3

Examination and Project Reports/Assignments 3

Course Content

Semester I 4

Semester II 5

Semester III 6

Application Procedure 7

Application Form 9

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I am pleased to announce that the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) in collaboration with the

Institute of Malaysian Plantation and Commodities (IMPAC) together with various oil palm

organisations from the industry and government agencies, continue to offer the Diploma in Palm Oil

Milling Technology and Management (DIPOM). This course encompasses not only oil palm and palm

oil technologies but also the management aspects of a palm oil mill. This unique technical training

provides knowledge in the upstream and downstream aspects of palm oil production.

This Diploma caters to the needs of a wide spectrum of target groups – mill managers, assistant mill

managers and supervisors. Lately, participants for DIPOM included fresh university graduates and those

intending to join the oil palm industry.

MPOB has been offering this annual palm oil training programme since 1991. The programme was

upgraded to a Diploma in 1999. To date, 23 programmes have been conducted for 806 personnel from

139 organisations.

This programme is designed and improved annually by the Main Steering Committee comprising

members and experts from the oil palm industry, associations and government agencies.

The Diploma is a valuable asset for career advancement in the milling industry. The majority of past

participants have been promoted to senior positions whilst others gained salary increments.

Feedback on the programme from past participants has been favourable. They had gained new

insights into the latest oil palm technology from discussions and interaction with experts in the

different fields. Interactions and sharing of experiences with their fellow participants from various

organisations have further enhanced their knowledge in palm oil milling and management.

It is therefore our utmost pleasure to invite you to participate in this course.

Thank you.

Datuk Dr Choo Yuen MayDirector-General

Malaysian Palm Oil Board

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FOREWORD

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DIPLOMA IN PALM OIL MILLING TECHNOLOGY ANDMANAGEMENT

INTRODUCTION

The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) offers the Diploma in Palm Oil Milling Technology and

Management (DIPOM). Fourteen courses have been conducted since 1999-2013, with training in oil

palm management, palm oil technology and overall management of palm oil mills.

DIPOM is a qualification which will pave the way for career advancement for those in the oil palm

industry. Participants are assessed on project assignments and an examination. Two grades will be

conferred, viz: Distinction (70%-100%) and Pass (50%-70%).

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Diploma, comprising lectures, project reports, assignments, practicals and examination, is

conducted in English. Participants are encouraged to actively participate in discussions and interactions

with experts from the oil palm industry, related agencies and MPOB.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Individuals from the oil palm industry and other interested parties involved either directly or indirectly

with the crop. Those intending to move to the palm oil industry, including fresh graduates, are

encouraged to apply.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Palm oil mill engineers preferably with minimum two years working experience in palm oil mill or

supervisors with minimum 10 years experience and will be given preference sponsored by their

respective organisations.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The objective of the programme is to expose participants to various technologies related to palm oil

and its products with the emphasis on milling management. At the end of the course, participants

should be:

• knowledgeableonthecurrentdevelopmentandstatusofthepalmoilindustry;

• acquaintedwithresearchanddevelopmentsinoilpalmandpalmoil;

• abletodiscussthelatestdevelopmentswiththeindustryexperts;and

• abletoapplytheprinciplesofmanagementintheirwork.

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THE COURSE PERIOD

The course consists of three semesters, each of nine days duration:

Semester Period

I 10 – 19 March 2014

II 19 – 28 May 2014

III 11 – 20 August 2014

Final Examination 29 – 30 September 2014

COURSE FEE

The course fee is RM 3300 per participants.

The fee will cover lectures and inclusive of course materials, meals, refreshments and visits. Accommo-

dation could be arranged based on request. Please call Pn Nor Khaizan Kimin (Tel: 03-8769 4866) and

En Muhammad Ansri Raydien (089-897106) for assistance.

EXAMINATION AND PROJECT REPORTS/ASSIGNMENTS

Examination and project reports/assignments will be used to gauge the performance of participants.

Title Percentage (%)

Examination 65

Project Reports/Assignments (1, 2 and 3) 35

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COURSE CONTENT

SEMESTER I Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 & 2 The Oil Palm (Part I & II) 3

3 Estate Management 1.5

4 The Palm Oil Factory 1.5

5 Fruit Quality/Handling 1.5

6 Fresh Fruit Bunch Reception 1.5

7 Sterilisation Station-Design 1.5

8 Sterilisation Station-Operation 1.5

9 Threshing Station-Design 1.5

10 Threshing Station-Operation 1.5

11 Pressing Station-Design and Screw Press (Part I) 1.5

12 Pressing Station-Design and Screw Press (Part II) 1.5

13 Depericarper 1.5

14 Kernel Recovery 1.5

15 Kernel Station Equipment 1.5

16 OER Booster 1.5

17 Sludge Separator 1.5

18 Clarification: Decanter Operation 1.5

19 Clarification: Station Operation 1.5

20 Product Storage and Handling 1.5

21 Process Control and Product Losses 1.5

22 Statistical Application in Process Control of Palm Oil Mill 1.5

23 Laboratory: Equipment and Testing 1.5

24 Quality Control 1.5

25 Environmental Quality and Standard 1.5

26 Effluent Treatment (Anaerobic digestion and biogas utilisation) 1.5

27 Aerobic Treatment (Theory and Principle) 1.5

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SEMESTER II

Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 Air Pollution Control 1.5

2 Land Application 1.5

3 Raw Water Supply/Treatment 1.5

4 Boiler Water Treatment 1.5

5 System Intergrate 1.5

6 Pressure Vessel Regulations 1.5

7 Power Station: Design and Operation 1.5

8 Fuel Steam Balance 1.5

9 Diesel Engines 1.5

10 Boiler Operation 1.5

11 Turbine: Design and Operation 1.5

12 Bearings and their Maintenance (Part I) 1.5

13 Bearings and their Maintenance (Part II) 1.5

14 Maintenance and Workshop 1.5

15 Palm Oil Chemistry 1.5

16 Palm Oil End Uses 1.5

17 Palm Product Marketing 1.5

18 Discussion on Mill Trouble Shooting 1.5

19 Effects and Constraints on Quality of Production (briefing and visit) 3

20 Pump Design Operation and Maintenance 1.5

21 Fan Design Operation and Maintenance 1.5

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SEMESTER III

Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 Noise Control 1.5

2 Basic Electrical Theory 1.5

3 Electrical Applications in Palm Oil Mill (Part I) 1.5

4 Electrical Applications in Palm Oil Mill (Part II) 1.5

5 Lubricants (Part I) 1.5

6 Lubricants (Part II) 1.5

7 Computerisation and Automation 1.5

8 Introduction to ISO 9000 (including ISO 14000) 1.5

9 Factory Management 1.5

10 Insurance 1.5

11 Introduction to Accounting 1.5

12 Understanding Financial Statements 1.5

13 Introduction to Costing 1.5

14 Principle of Budgeting and Budgeting of Palm Oil Mill Operation 1.5

15 Cost Savings in Palm Oil Mill Operations 1.5

16 Purchasing and Inventory Control 1.5

17 Industrial Relations 1.5

18 Security 1.5

19 Occupational Safety and Health 1.5

20 Technical Visit 1.5

21 Biomass Technologies for Renewable Energy 1.5

22 Biogas Production 1.5

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Completed application form with payment should be send to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board before

17 February 2014. Registration can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment or the sponsorship

guarantee letter.

VENUE

The course venue will be at PLASMA Lahad Datu, MPOB Lahad Datu, Sabah.

ENQUIRIES

Suraya HarunHRD & Conference Management Unit

Tel : 603-8769 4868Fax : 603-8925 7549

E-mail : suraya@mpob.gov.my

Nor Khaizan KiminHRD & Conference Management Unit

Tel : 603-8769 4866Fax : 603-8925 7549

E-mail : khaizan@mpob.gov.my

Disclaimer: The organiser reserves the right to change or amend the course date/content/programme.

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REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE USE CAPITAL LETTERS THROUGHOUT, IF NOT TYPE WRITTENNote: * Delete whichever is not applicable

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Name of Course:DIPLOMA IN PALM OIL MILLING TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT (DIPOM) 2014

______________________________________________________________________________________1. Full Name

______________________________________________________________________________________2. Date of Birth Place of Birth Male/Female*

______________________________________________________________________________________3. Nationality Vegetarian*/Non-vegetarian*

______________________________________________________________________________________4. (a) Home Address NRIC No.

______________________________________________________________________________________ 4. (b) Office Address E-mail Tel./Fax No.

______________________________________________________________________________________5. Name of Employer Private/Government/Semi-Government

______________________________________________________________________________________6. Employer’s Address Tel. No. Fax No.

______________________________________________________________________________________7. Position/Job Title

______________________________________________________________________________________8. Highest Academic Qualification Experience (years): ( ) Degree ( ) minimum two years (for Palm Oil Mill Engineers) ( ) Diploma ( ) minimum 10 years (for Palm Oil Mill Supervisors) ( ) Secondary school certificate/SPM _____________________________________________________________________________________

Please complete and mail it to MPOB or fax to 03-8925 7549 before 17 February 2014

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I certify to the best of my knowledge that the above statements are correct.

_____________________________ Date: __________________________ Signature of Applicant ______________________________________________________________________________________10. PAYMENT FOR REGISTRATION FEE

Cheque No. ________________________ Amount: RM ______________

11. CONTACT PERSON AT SPONSORING ORGANISATION Name: _____________________________________________________________________________

Designation: ________________________________________________________________________

Organisation: _______________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

Tel. No. _______________________ Fax No. ____________________ E-mail: ________________

_____________________________ Date: _____________________________ Signature

12. APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Participants are advised to send their completed application form with payment payable to Malaysian Palm Oil Board before 17 February 2014 and send it to:

Director-General Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) 6, Persiaran Institusi Bandar Baru Bangi 43000 Kajang, Selangor

(Attn: HRD and Conference Management Unit)

Registration will only be confirmed on receipt of the application form and payment.

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