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SEMESTER I 6 – 13 MARCH 2023
SEMESTER II 15 – 24 MAY 2023
SEMESTER III 3 – 12 JULY 2023
FINAL EXAMINATION 24 – 25 JULY 2023

VENUE
MPOB Sabah Region
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB)

Ministry of Plantation and Commodities
www.mpob.gov.my
 CONTENTS
Foreword 1

Introduction 2

About the Programme 2

Who Should Attend 2

Entry Qualifications 2

Objectives of the Programme 2

Course Period 3

Course Fee 3

Payment 3

Examination and Project Reports/Assignments 3

Course Content

Semester I 4

Semester II 5

Semester III 6

Application Procedure 7

Registration Form 9
 FOREWORD

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, 30 programmes have been conducted.

This programme is designed and improved annually by the Technical 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. Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir

Director-General
Malaysian Palm Oil Board

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 DIPLOMA IN PALM OIL MILLING TECHNOLOGY AND
MANAGEMENT

INTRODUCTION

The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) offers the Diploma in Palm Oil Milling Technology and Management
(DIPOM). Thirty courses have been conducted since 1991-2022, 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,
Distinction (70%-100%) and Pass (50%-69%).

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Diploma, comprising lectures, project reports, assignments, practical 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

• For Malaysian only.

• Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with minimum two years working experience in palm oil
mill and will be given preference sponsored by their respective organisations.
• Basic proficiency in English.

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:

• knowledgeable on the current development and status of the palm oil industry;
• acquainted with research and developments in oil palm and palm oil;
• able to discuss the latest developments with the industry experts; and
• able to apply the principles of management in their work.

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COURSE PERIOD

The course consists of three semesters in 24 days.

Semester Period Duration

I 6 – 13 March 2023 6 days
II 15 – 24 May 2023 8 days
III 3 – 12 July 2023 8 days
Final Examination 24 – 25 July 2023 2 days
No. of days 24 days

COURSE FEE

The course fee is RM4000.00 per participant.

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

EXAMINATION AND PROJECT REPORTS/ASSIGNMENTS

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

Title Percentage (%)

Examination 70
Project Reports/Assignments (1 and 2) 30

PAYMENT

• Payment can be done by bank transfer or cheque.

• Please send us a copy of the bank slip once payment has been made by email to [email protected].

Beneficiary : Malaysian Palm Oil Board

Bank Beneficiary : CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad
Tingkat Bawah dan Tingkat Satu,
Blok A-2 & A-3, MKH Avenue,
Jalan Avenue 1A,
43000 Kajang, Selangor
SWIFT Code : CTBBMYKL
CIMB Bank Current Account : 8600471810

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 COURSE CONTENT

SEMESTER I

Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 The Oil Palm (Part I) 1.5
2 The Oil Palm (Part II) 1.5
3 Estate Management 1.5
4 Palm Oil Chemistry 1.5
5 Fresh Fruit Bunch Reception and Grading 1.5
6 Sterilisation Station - Design 1.5
7 Threshing and Pressing Station - Design 1.5
8 Kernel Recovery Plant - Design 1.5
9 Clarification Station - Design 1.5
10 Sterilisation Station - Operation 1.5
11 Threshing and Pressing Station - Operation 1.5
12 Kernel Recovery Plant - Operation 1.5
13 Clarification Station - Operation 1.5
14 Product Storage and Handling 1.5
15 Quality Control 1.5
16 Laboratory: Equipment and Analysis 1.5
17 Process Control to Enhance OER 1.5
18 Effluent Treatment Plant 1.5
19 Palm Oil Application 1.5
20 Palm Oil Marketing 1.5

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 SEMESTER II

Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 Environmental Quality Act 1974 1.5
2 OSHA 18001 1.5
3 Basic Electrical Theory 1.5
4 Electrical Applications in Palm Oil Mill 1.5
5 Irrigation and Land Application 1.5
6 Raw and Boiler Water Treatment 1.5
7 Turbine Operation and Maintenance 1.5
8 Boiler Operation and Maintenance 1.5
9 Air Pollution Control System 1.5
10 Pump Operation and Maintenance 1.5
11 Fan Selection Operation and Maintenance 1.5
12 Bearings Types, Application, Installation and Failure Analysis 1.5
13 Power Station Operation 1.5
14 Fuel Steam Balance 1.5
15 Diesel Engines 1.5
16 Maintenance and Workshop 1.5
17 Control Theory and System Integrate 1.5
18 Noise Control 1.5
19 Biogas Capture and Application 1.5
20 Biomass Utilisation 1.5

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 SEMESTER III

Lecture No. Lecture Hour

1 Introduction to ISO 9001 1.5
2 Introduction to ISO 14000 1.5
3 Industrial Relations and Labor Law 1.5
4 Introduction and Implementation of MSPO 1.5
5 Licensing and Enforcement for Palm Oil Mill 1.5
6 Palm Oil Current Issues and Challenges 1.5
7 Introduction to Accounting and Costing 1.5
8 Understanding Financial Statements 1.5
9 Principle of Budgeting and Budgeting of Palm Oil Mill Operation 1.5
10 Cost Savings in Palm Oil Mill Operations 1.5
11 Purchasing and Inventory Control 1.5
12 Factory Management 1.5
13 Risk Management and Insurance 1.5
14 Security 1.5
15 Tribology and Lubrication 1.5
16 Introduction to Food Safety and Quality 1.5
17 Technical Visit

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application form with payment should be sent to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board before
24 February 2023. Registration can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment or the sponsorship
guarantee letter.

VENUE
The course venue will be at MPOB Sabah Region, Lot 1, Jalan 1A, KKIP Timur off Jalan Norowot,
Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park, 88460 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

ENQUIRIES

Dr. Andrew Yap Kian Chung

Technical Secretary of DIPOM
Tel : 03-8769 4466
E-mail : [email protected]

Noor Asmawati Abdul Samad

Training and Conference Management Unit
Tel : 03-8769 3942
E-mail : [email protected]

Mohd Hakeem Osman

Training and Conference Management Unit
Tel : 03-8769 4396
E-mail : [email protected]

Ghazali Kasim
Training and Conference Management Unit
Tel : 089-897 106/107/108
E-mail : [email protected]

Disclaimer: The organiser reserves the right to change or

amend the course date/content/programme.

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 REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete and mail it to MPOB or fax to 03-8925 7549 before 24 February 2023

PLEASE USE CAPITAL LETTERS THROUGHOUT, IF NOT TYPE WRITTEN

Note: * Delete whichever is not applicable

______________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Course:
DIPLOMA IN PALM OIL MILLING TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT (DIPOM) 2023

______________________________________________________________________________________
1. Full Name

______________________________________________________________________________________
2. NRIC No. 3. Male/Female*

______________________________________________________________________________________
4. Nationality 5. Bumiputra/Non-bumiputra*

______________________________________________________________________________________
6. Mailing Address 7. Vegetarian/Non-vegetarian*

______________________________________________________________________________________
8. E-mail 9. HP No.

______________________________________________________________________________________
10. Name of Employer 11. Private/Government/Semi-Government*

______________________________________________________________________________________
12. Employer’s Address 13. Position/Job Title

______________________________________________________________________________________
14. Tel. No. 15. Fax No.

______________________________________________________________________________________
16. Highest Academic Qualification 17. Experience (years):

( ) Degree ( ) minimum two years (for Palm Oil Mill Engineers)
( ) Diploma ( ) minimum 10 years (for Palm Oil Mill Supervisors)
( ) Secondary school certificate/SPM
_____________________________________________________________________________________

I certify to the best of my knowledge that the above statements are correct.
_____________________________ Date: __________________________
Signature of Applicant

______________________________________________________________________________________
18. PAYMENT FOR REGISTRATION FEE

Cheque No. ________________________ Amount: RM ______________

19. CONTACT PERSON AT SPONSORING ORGANISATION

Name: _____________________________________________________________________________

Designation: ________________________________________________________________________

Organisation: _______________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

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

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

_____________________________ Date: _____________________________

Signature

20. APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Participants are advised to send their completed application form with payment payable to
Malaysian Palm Oil Board before 24 February 2023 and send it to:

Director-General
Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB)
6 Persiaran Institusi
Bandar Baru Bangi
43000 Kajang, Selangor
(Attn: Mohd Hakeem Osman, Training and Conference Management Unit)

Registration will only be confirmed on receipt of the application form and payment.
 MALAYSIAN PALM OIL BOARD
Ministry of Plantation and Commodities
www.mpob.gov.my